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Rassie Erasmus warns the Springboks must prepare for a faster, more physical All Blacks attack ahead of the Greatest Rivalry opener.

Rassie Erasmus wary of All Blacks' new attacking threat

Newcastle Red Bulls lock Oscar Usher signs a new three-year contract after winning the club’s 2025-26 Young Player of the Season award.

Oscar Usher signs new Newcastle Red Bulls deal

Uilisi Halaholo retires aged 36 after more than 100 Cardiff appearances and a Six Nations-winning career.

Uilisi Halaholo announces rugby retirement

Wales centre Eddie James signs a new Scarlets contract

Eddie James extends Scarlets contract

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Why Dublin Remains One of Rugby’s Great Cities

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Henry Pollock’s potential £1m contract could reshape Premiership Rugby, testing salary-cap rules and rewards for home-grown stars.

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Preston Grasshoppers confirm three August friendlies as Matt Sturgess returns to Lightfoot Green and pre-season turns into match preparation.

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Robin Cowling helped shape a generation of players who would eventually establish Exeter as one of Europe’s elite clubs

Robin Cowling: The England Prop Who Built Futures Long After His Playing Days

National League Rugby

Mapping the Champ: How Geography Will Shape the 2026-27 Season

Mapping the Champ: How Geography Will Shape the 2026-27 Season

Rotherham Titans’ return to tier two reshapes the Champ’s rugby map, creating new Yorkshire dynamics with Doncaster and renewing focus on travel, rivalry and survival.

Fylde at Kirkby Lonsdale in August 2018

The Long Road Starts Here: National League Rugby Clubs Are Back To Work

National League Rugby clubs have returned to pre-season training, with squads rebuilding fitness, systems and belief.

Pre-Season Hell: What National League Clubs are Learning

Pre-Season Hell: What National League Clubs are Learning

A sharp look at National League rugby pre-season, from bleep tests and hill reps to smarter training, contact conditioning and injury prevention.

Opinion: Tarleton RUFC’s 2026/27 season is the kind of fixture list that makes grassroots rugby worth following

Opinion: Tarleton RUFC’s 2026/27 season is the kind of fixture list that makes grassroots rugby worth following

Tarleton RUFC’s 2026/27 fixtures offer a reminder of what makes grassroots rugby special.

Opinion: Sedgley Park's relegation hurts, but the foundations for a quick return are already there

Opinion: Sedgley Park's relegation hurts, but the foundations for a quick return are already there

After relegation from National One, Sedgley Park reset for another promotion push with continuity, experience and history on their side.

Johnson relishing Twickenham return as Lancashire reignite county fire

Johnson relishing Twickenham return as Lancashire reignite county fire

Lancashire captain Chris Johnson reflects on their return to the Bill Beaumont County Championship Division 1 final as well as Heath's historic promotion to National Two North.

National 1 Accession Final Preview: Will Birmingham Moseley or Oundle be heading to the third tier?

National 1 Accession Final Preview: Will Birmingham Moseley or Oundle be heading to the third tier?

A clash of rugby stalwarts and ambitious new challengers awaits as Birmingham Moseley face Oundle for a place in National One.

National One Play-Off Preview: Blackheath and Plymouth Albion lock horns for shot at Champ Rugby

National One Play-Off Preview: Blackheath and Plymouth Albion lock horns for shot at Champ Rugby

The National One Promotion Play-Off is arguably the biggest game in the country, with Blackheath taking on Plymouth Albion.

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Jimmy Staples and England ready for physically demanding semi-final against hard-edged South Africa

Jimmy Staples and England ready for physically demanding semi-final against hard-edged South Africa

‘Time to put our best foot forward’: Nick Lilley on England's U20 hopes, different environments and Exeter's shift in mentality

‘Time to put our best foot forward’: Nick Lilley on England's U20 hopes, different environments and Exeter's shift in mentality

Brunel stun league champions Hartpury as Loughborough's men set up final against Bath

Brunel stun league champions Hartpury as Loughborough's men set up final against Bath

Meet Isaac Mears, the Bath scrum-half who has enjoyed a memorable few weeks

Meet Isaac Mears, the Bath scrum-half who has enjoyed a memorable few weeks

“I’ve got a smile on my face every time I play” - Harlequins rising star Sarah Parry

“I’ve got a smile on my face every time I play” - Harlequins rising star Sarah Parry

Bath create history by securing first-ever BUCS Super Rugby league title

Bath create history by securing first-ever BUCS Super Rugby league title

 

Women's Rugby

John Mitchell says the new size 4.5 women’s rugby ball could increase contestable kicking

John Mitchell questions smaller ball rugby trial

Sione Fukofuka will become Wallaroos head coach in 2027, leading Australia through to the home Rugby World Cup in 2029

Sione Fukofuka named Wallaroos head coach

John Mitchell names a 40-player Red Roses squad as England begin preparations for the WXV Global Series.

Red Roses name 40-Player WXV squad

Red Roses' Sadia Kabeya

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Women's Rugby Chose Different Sponsors - Was That the Smartest Decision Either Code Has Made?

Emily Scarratt commits to Red Roses as Red Roses Attack Coach for the next Rugby World Cup cycle

Emily Scarratt takes full-time England role

University Rugby

BUCS Super Rugby pathway proves its worth (again) after Bath success and exciting England Students squad

BUCS Super Rugby pathway proves its worth (again) after Bath success and exciting England Students squad

Third time's a charm for Loughborough and Williams in Women’s BUCS Super Rugby final

Third time's a charm for Loughborough and Williams in Women’s BUCS Super Rugby final

Men's BUCS Super Rugby Final: Bath clinch league and cup double with victory over Loughborough

Men's BUCS Super Rugby Final: Bath clinch league and cup double with victory over Loughborough

'This is the gold medal - this is the one' - Dream endings and history on the line on BUCS Super Rugby finals day

'This is the gold medal - this is the one' - Dream endings and history on the line on BUCS Super Rugby finals day

Scottish Rugby

Ollie Blyth-Lafferty is the 'exceptional prospect' who Scotland fans can be excited about

Ollie Blyth-Lafferty is the 'exceptional prospect' who Scotland fans can be excited about

Scotland’s World Cup exit signals change but also opportunity

Scotland’s World Cup exit signals change but also opportunity

Rhona Lloyd: 'Six months ago, I didn’t know if I’d go to the World Cup - Now I have a smile on my face again'

Rhona Lloyd: 'Six months ago, I didn’t know if I’d go to the World Cup - Now I have a smile on my face again'

Flag day for Molly Wright: Scotland star celebrated for 'hard work' and 'enthusiasm'

Flag day for Molly Wright: Scotland star celebrated for 'hard work' and 'enthusiasm'

 
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New Zealand head coach Dave Rennie

Ollie Norris ruled out of All Blacks Tour

All Blacks wing Caleb Clarke will miss the four-Test Springboks series after suffering a shoulder tendon injury

Caleb Clarke ruled out of Springboks series

Harry Wilson was one of the try scorer for Wallabies

Australia sweep Japan series with 56-17 win

Saracens retain promising lock Olamide Sodeke on a new deal

Olamide Sodeke signs new Saracens Deal

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus

Bulls add Springbok duo for All Blacks clash

Fijian Drua retain hooker Penaia Cakobau for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season

Fijian Drua retain Penaia Cakobau for 2027

Will Jordan is suffering from a minor back injury

All Blacks rest key trio before Springboks Test

Willie le Roux starts at fullback for South Africa

Bulls name strong matchday squad All Blacks clash

Hunter Paisami will start at midfield for Australia

Massimo De Lutiis poised to become Wallaby No.1000

Richie Mo’unga earns his first All Blacks recall since 2023 after replacing injured centre Billy Proctor on the South Africa tour.

Richie Mo'unga recalled to All Blacks squad

Saracens secure highly rated centre Angus Hall on a new long-term deal as the England U20 winner continues his development.

Angus Hall signs new Saracens deal

Canan Moodie says the Springboks are confident ahead of their four-Test All Blacks series after extending their winning run to 12 matches.

Springboks confident ahead of All Blacks series - Canan Moodie

Scarlets sign experienced tight-head prop Chris Apoua, adding power and Super Rugby experience to their forward pack.

Scarlets sign tight-head prop Chris Apoua

Damian McKenzie was one of the try scorer for New Zealand

New Zealand thrash Sharks 54-0 in Durban

Wallabies lock Miles Amatosero receives a three-match ban after his red card for dangerous play during Australia’s victory over Japan.

Wallabies lock Miles Amatosero banned for three matches

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii ruled out of second Japan Test

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii ruled out of second Japan Test

JP Pietersen defends selecting Ma’a Nonu for the Sharks against the All Blacks, insisting the veteran has not blocked younger players.

Pietersen defends Ma'a Nonu Sharks selection

New Zealand head coach Dave Rennie

All Blacks suffer Billy Proctor blow

Gloucester confirm their 2026/27 Slater Cup clash with Leicester Tigers will return to Kingsholm

Gloucester move Slater Cup back to Kingsholm

Rassie Erasmus says Siya Kolisi's latest hamstring injury does not appear serious after the Springboks' 17-10 win over Argentina.

Rassie Erasmus hopeful over Siya Kolisi injury

All Blacks prepare to face former star Ma’a Nonu after the 44-year-old was named on the Sharks bench for Tuesday’s Durban clash.

All Blacks brace for Ma'a Nonu reunion

Eddie Jones reveals his ambition to establish a Japanese NRL team, believing Japan could build a competitive rugby league franchise.

Eddie Jones reveals dream of Japan NRL Team

Kyuden Voltex forward Saimoni Vunilagi has died aged 26 after suffering symptoms consistent with severe heatstroke following training.

Fijian forward Saimoni Vunilagi dies aged 26

Scarlets appoint Brad Harrington as high performance consultant for 2026-27 season

Brad Harrington returns to Scarlets as High Performance Consultant

Lucio Cinti of Argentina starts at outside centre

Argentina name four debutants for Springboks clash

All Blacks legend Ma’a Nonu is named on the Sharks bench for their historic Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry clash against New Zealand

Ma'a Nonu named for Sharks-All Blacks clash

Blues sign 23-year-old halfback Nic Shearer for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season

Blues sign Nic Shearer for 2027 season

Dewaldt Duvenage will make his final Stormers appearance against the All Blacks before moving into a full-time coaching role.

Dewaldt Duvenage set for final Stormers match

Former England fly-half Freddie Burns retires after a career featuring five Test caps and Leicester’s dramatic 2022 Prem title.

Freddie Burns retires from rugby

All Blacks lose Wallace Sititi to illness before the Stormers clash, with Anton Segner starting and Peter Lakai moving to No.8.

New Zealand lose Wallace Sititi for Stormers clash

Tomas Albornoz banned for referee incident

Tomas Albornoz banned for referee incident

France full-back Thomas Ramos will leave Toulouse for Racing 92 on a three-year contract ahead of the 2027-28 Top 14 season.

Thomas Ramos to leave Toulouse for Racing 92

Siya Kolisi makes a return to the South African line up

Siya Kolisi leads South Africa returns against Argentina

Fiji squad

Newcastle sign Fiji hooker Zuriel Togiatama

World Rugby confirms the referees and match officials for the 2026 Springboks-All Blacks series in South Africa and Baltimore.

Referees named for Springboks-All Blacks series

All Blacks coach Dave Rennie

New Zealand lose George Bell to injury

Sione Fukofuka steps down as Scotland women’s head coach due to personal reasons

Sione Fukofuka leaves Scotland role

Northampton Saints sign Italy international tight-head prop Ion Neculai from Zebre Parma ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Northampton Saints sign Ion Neculai

Codie Taylor says the All Blacks are excited to face South African teams again after six years away from traditional tours.

Codie Taylor relishes epic tour of South Africa

Rotherham Titans sign experienced tight-head prop Corrie Barrett ahead of the 2026/27 season at Clifton Lane.

Rotherham Titans sign Corrie Barrett

Quade Cooper says he never retired and remains interested in a Wallabies comeback for the home Rugby World Cup.

Quade Cooper eyes Wallabies World Cup comeback

The All Blacks in the UK in 2015

All Blacks Name 44-Strong Squad for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Tour

Bulls prop Lizo Gqoboka retires at 36 after a remarkable career featuring two Springbok caps and over a decade at Loftus.

Lizo Gqoboka retires from rugby

Siya Kolisi returns to the South African squad

Springboks welcome back stars for Argentina Test

Scarlets insist they will remain at the heart of west Wales after WRU plans left them battling Ospreys for survival.

Scarlets vow to fight for West Wales future

Julian Savea has been appointed head coach of Mahurangi Rugby Club after his NPC season with Wellington

Julian Savea named Mahurangi head coach

Sale Sharks Director of Rugby Alex Sanderson

Nathan Jibulu signs long-term Sale deal

Western Force re-sign utility back Taj Annan on a two-year deal after his first season with the Super Rugby club.

Western Force re-sign Taj Annan