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Tommy Freeman signs a Northampton Saints contract extension after winning two PREM titles

Tommy Freeman extends Northampton Saints deal

Dan Carter reflects on the All Blacks’ 3-1 series defeat and praises the Springboks after Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry concluded in Baltimore.

Dan Carter praises Boks after Rivalry Series

South Africa won the Greatest Rugby Rivalry series with a 3-1 margin

Neil Barnes questions calls after Springboks series win

Rassie Erasmus reflects on South Africa’s 3-1 Greatest Rivalry series win over the All Blacks and the history behind the revived tour.

Rassie Erasmus reflects on Greatest Rivalry Revival

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I Went Looking for Johnny Matthews in Montauban. He Was in the Pyrenees.

I Went Looking for Johnny Matthews in Montauban. He Was in the Pyrenees.

More Than a Super Rugby Team: Why the Fijian Drua Project Matters to World Rugby

More Than a Super Rugby Team: Why the Fijian Drua Project Matters to World Rugby

2026/27 Previews: National Two West

2026/27 Previews: National Two West

2026/27 Previews: National Two East

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Fiji complete a stunning comeback, Hong Kong China rally on home soil and the Netherlands dominate as the WXV Global Series Challenger begins in style

Go Fiji -Three winners, three statements as WXV Challenger bursts into life in Hong Kong

A record 68,000-plus crowd in Baltimore offered a glimpse of rugby’s potential in America

Rugby's American Gamble Just Paid Off. Can It Last?

Will Jordan kept delivering even as the All Blacks endured a bruising series against South Africa.

The One Bright Light: Will Jordan and the Long Road Back to Eden Park

National League Rugby

2026/27 Previews: National Two North

2026/27 Previews: National Two North

With Sedgley Park dropping down to National Two North, and three clubs being promoted, this division could be more unpredictable than ever.

2026/27 Previews: National League One

2026/27 Previews: National League One

After a thrilling 2025/26 National One campaign - which caught the attention of the national media - we're strapping ourselves in for another breathless season of third-tier action.

Back to the Touchline: What I'll Be Looking For When National League Rugby Returns

Back to the Touchline: What I'll Be Looking For When National League Rugby Returns

Mark Ashcroft returns to the touchline this weekend as National League Rugby begins another season.

Darlington Mowden Park and Newcastle Red Bulls - Striking the balance between ambition and realism

Darlington Mowden Park and Newcastle Red Bulls - Striking the balance between ambition and realism

Interview: Newcastle Red Bulls transition coach and DMP head coach Darren Fearn discusses the clubs’ new long-term partnership.

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10 Days to Go: But Where Will I Be When National League Rugby Returns?

With the National League Rugby season just 10 days away, Mark Ashcroft weighs up his opening-day options and the stories waiting to unfold.

'I’m still as competitive as ever': Former Premiership winger Tom Collins embraces new challenge at 'ambitious' Oundle

'I’m still as competitive as ever': Former Premiership winger Tom Collins embraces new challenge at 'ambitious' Oundle

Former Northampton and Ealing winger on swapping the top levels of the English game for National Two.

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.

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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

Meg Jones will lead England against Canada

Red Roses recall Jess Breach and Alex Matthews for Canada clash

Braxton Sorensen-McGee will start at fullback for Black Ferns

Black Ferns name two debutants for Scotland clash

Meg Jones was one of the try scorers for England

Red Roses storm past Australia after early scare

England head coach John Mitchell

Red Roses name team for Australia WXV opener

John Mitchell names a 36-player Red Roses squad led by Megan Jones for WXV Global Series Tests against Australia, Canada and New Zealand.

Red Roses name 36-player WXV squad

Swys de Bruin exit adds intrigue as South Africa and New Zealand chase England benchmark

Swys de Bruin exit adds intrigue as South Africa and New Zealand chase England benchmark

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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Maro Itoje returns to England’s 36-man squad after his summer break

Maro Itoje returns to England squad for Autumn Tests

Le Notebook No.1: Can Anyone Really Stop Toulouse?

Le Notebook No.1: Can Anyone Really Stop Toulouse?

With Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry locked at 1–1, Mark Ashcroft looks beyond the team sheets ahead of Saturday’s third Test at FNB Stadium.

Springboks v All Blacks: Test Three Has Already Started

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Ronan O'Gara signs a La Rochelle contract until 2031

Ronan O'Gara extends La Rochelle deal to 2031

Super Rugby Pacific reveals its 2027 draw with 17 rounds, more Sunday games, Easter fixtures and Super Round returning to Christchurch.

Super Rugby Pacific reveals 2027 draw

Fraser McReight is part of the Austalian

McLaughlin-Phillips named for Springboks Test

South Africa rise to a record 95.09 ranking points after beating the All Blacks 43-28 in Baltimore to seal the series 3-1.

Springboks extend World No 1 Ranking lead

Dave Rennie says the All Blacks made valuable progress despite losing the Greatest Rivalry series 3-1 to the Springboks.

Dave Rennie sees progress despite series defeat

Ulster ran in seven tries to beat the Ospreys 45-28 in a lively pre-season match at Affidea Stadium in Belfast.

Ulster win high-scoring pre-season clash against Ospreys

Dragons produced a ruthless second-half display to beat Scarlets 80-14 in their pre-season fixture at Church Bank in Llandovery.

Dragons thrash Scarlets 80-14 in pre-season friendly

Tevita Ikanivere was one of the try scorer for Fiji

Fiji reach Pacific Nations Cup final after defeating Canada 45-29

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus

South Africa, New Zealand battle for World No 1

Scarlets centre Gabe McDonald signs a new contract after impressing in pre-season and scoring his first senior try against Exeter.

Scarlets secure Gabe McDonald on new deal

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Steve Hansen joins Manly Sea Eagles

Super Rugby Pacific Super Round returns to Christchurch from April 2-4, 2027

Super Round returns to Christchurch in 2027

Richie Mo’unga will make his first Test appearance for New Zealand since the 2023 Rugby World Cup final

Richie Mo'unga returns as Codie Taylor captains All Blacks

Damian de Allende praises Jordie Barrett’s skillset after facing the All Blacks centre in three consecutive Tests against South Africa.

Damian de Allende hails Jordie Barrett after Test battles

A general view as Frank Lomani of Fiji stands over the scrum during the 2026 Nations Championship

Canada eye Fiji upset in Pacific Nations Cup

Hurricanes sign Highlanders prop Rohan Wingham on a two-year deal from 2027

Hurricanes sign Rohan Wingham on two-year deal

Everards expresses disappointment as its 30-year Leicester Tigers partnership ends, with BrewDog becoming the club’s new beer partner.

Everards disappointed as Leicester Tigers deal ends

Richard Wigglesworth says Courtney Lawes and Joe Marchant must impress for Sale Sharks before earning an England recall.

Lawes, Marchant told to earn England recall

World Rugby confirms the LA28 rugby sevens qualification pathway through HSBC SVNS 2027, regional qualifiers and the 2028 Repechage.

World Rugby confirms LA28 Sevens Qualification Path

Handre Pollard is set to return from injury against the Wallabies in Perth

Handre Pollard set for Springboks return in Perth

teve Borthwick is set for an England contract extension as the RFU backs its head coach ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

Steve Borthwick set for England contract extension

Dave Rennie says the All Blacks must improve at scrum time but does not want controversy over the Springboks set-piece

Dave Rennie wants scrum debate put aside

PREM Rugby appoints Tom Hill as Chief Revenue Officer as the league targets sponsorship growth ahead of its landmark 30th season.

Tom Hill named PREM Rugby revenue chief

Damian Willemse starts at fullback for South Africa

Damian Willemse returns as South Africa make two changes

Ardie Savea has dislocated his shoulder during the third Test in Soweto

All Blacks send nine players home before finale

Jesse Kriel was one of the try scorer for South Africa

Springboks edge All Blacks 29-24 in Soweto

Japan head coach Eddie Jones

Japan score nine tries in Canada win

Cardiff coach Corniel van Zyl believes Taulupe Faletau will want to push for another Wales call-up and a fourth Rugby World Cup.

Van Zyl backs Taulupe Faletau for fourth World Cup bid

Scarlets release Chris Apoua after an Achilles rupture as Taine Plumtree also misses the start of the 2026-27 season.

Scarlets release Chris Apoua after achilles injury

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PREM Rugby Cup Round 1 teams confirmed

Josh Macleod will captain Scarlets for a fourth season in 2026-27

Josh Macleod retained as Scarlets captain

Santiago Carreras returns to fullback as Felipe Contepomi makes four Argentina changes for the second Wallabies Test in Mendoza.

Santiago Carreras returns as Argentina make four changes

Harry Wilson is recalled by Australia for the second Pumas Test

Australia make eight changes for Pumas Test

James Slipper will play a 17th Super Rugby season after extending his ACT Brumbies contract for the 2027 season

James Slipper re-signs with Brumbies for 2027

Taha Kemara will leave the Crusaders and join the Chiefs on a one-year deal for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season.

Taha Kemara leaves Crusaders for Chiefs

Dave Rennie makes three changes to his forward pack for the third Test of the Greatest Rivalry series at FNB Stadium.

Tupou Vaa'i to win 50th cap as All Blacks make changes

Why British Rugby Fans Should Be Watching Pro D2

Why British Rugby Fans Should Be Watching Pro D2

Maro Itoje says being rested from England’s summer Nations Championship campaign has left him refreshed for the season ahead.

Maro Itoje backs benefits of England summer break

Tom Christie will captain Newcastle Red Bulls for the 2026-27 season

Tom Christie named Newcastle Red Bulls captain

James O’Connor returns to Western Force for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season

James O'Connor returns to Western Force

Mike Blair says the All Blacks’ third Test against the Springboks at FNB Stadium could prove decisive in the Greatest Rivalry series.

Mike Blair calls Johannesburg Test a key series decider

Jordie Barrett says the All Blacks must improve their finishing against the Springboks after creating chances in their 33-26 defeat.

Jordie Barrett wants All Blacks to be more clinical

Cheslin Kolbe is named at fullback for South Africa

Cheslin Kolbe at fullback as South Africa make four changes

Hurricanes appoint Roger Randle as assistant and attack coach for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season

Hurricanes appoint Roger Randle as attack coach

Vern Cotter wants a tougher, more physical Queensland Reds side as the new coach targets a Super Rugby Pacific title challenge in 2027.

Vern Cotter wants tougher Reds in Super Rugby bid

New Zealand head coach Dave Rennie

Quinn Tupaea identifies key areas behind Boks defeat

Rassie Erasmus rejects Dave Rennie’s claims over Springbok scrum tactics after South Africa’s 33-26 victory over the All Blacks.

Rassie Erasmus rejects Dave Rennie's Springbok scrum claims

Siya Kolisi led South Africa to a win in Cape Town

Springboks beat All Blacks 33-26 to level series