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Amy Cokayne returns to the starting line up

Red Roses make four changes for Canada Test in Toronto

England winger Tom Roebuck signs a new two-year Sale Sharks contract, keeping him at the club until at least 2029.

Tom Roebuck signs new Sale Sharks contract

Natasha Hunt features in the video series

Red Roses stars champion female health awareness to help keep girls in rugby

Emmanuel Iyogun signs new Northampton Saints deal

Emmanuel Iyogun signs new Northampton Saints deal

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Chris Heal talks Nat1 Rugby

Chris Heal talks Nat1 Rugby

National League Rugby x TRU: National Two East Season So Far

National League Rugby x TRU: National Two East Season So Far

What’s in store for Talking Rugby Union readers this season?

What’s in store for Talking Rugby Union readers this season?

How to Plan Your Rugby World Cup 2027 Trip

How to Plan Your Rugby World Cup 2027 Trip

 

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NLR Preview: More battles towards top while search form goes into Round Six

NLR Preview: More battles towards top while search form goes into Round Six

BUCS Super Rugby: Cardiff become 'Clash Kings' as Hartpury stun the champions

BUCS Super Rugby: Cardiff become 'Clash Kings' as Hartpury stun the champions

TRU team looks at the National Two West season so far, highlighting the teams, form and emerging stories shaping another competitive Nat2W campaign.

National League Rugby x TRU: National Two West Season So Far

National League Rugby

NLR Preview: Explosive start moves into October - with Round Five aiming to set the tone

NLR Preview: Explosive start moves into October - with Round Five aiming to set the tone

Over 1,100 tries were scored in a breathless September as the National League Rugby season got off to a flying start. Now, Round Five awaits.

Perfect starts put to the test, Friday night lights and first wins on the mind in National League Rugby

Perfect starts put to the test, Friday night lights and first wins on the mind in National League Rugby

As the curtain comes down on the first month of the season, 100 per cent starts go under the spotlight.

Mike Brown set to leave Esher for Loughborough role in 2027

Mike Brown set to leave Esher for Loughborough role in 2027

Former England and Harlequins full-back set to leave his current role with National Two East side Esher after accepting a full-time position as Director of Rugby at Loughborough University.

The TRU View: National Two North’s leading trio lay down early markers

The TRU View: National Two North’s leading trio lay down early markers

Sedgley Park, Hull Ionians and Preston Grasshoppers maintained their unbeaten starts as TRU's six focus clubs went head-to-head.

NLR Preview: Pace-setters eye more momentum while others look to jump-start their campaigns

NLR Preview: Pace-setters eye more momentum while others look to jump-start their campaigns

National League Rugby rolls into Round Three and, the first signs of how the season may unfold are beginning to emerge.

TRU and National League Rugby: An Intimate Connection

TRU and National League Rugby: An Intimate Connection

When you read National League Rugby content on the TRU website or across our social media channels, it is worth remembering that this is a level of the game our team knows intimately.

From Rugby's Greatest Rivalry to NLR's Local Rivalries, a weekend that got it right

From Rugby's Greatest Rivalry to NLR's Local Rivalries, a weekend that got it right

Mark Ashcroft reflects on National League Rugby’s Local Rivalries round, from Fylde v Preston to packed grounds, young fans and thriving club communities.

'Derby Weekend' and local clashes take centre stage in National League Rugby

'Derby Weekend' and local clashes take centre stage in National League Rugby

With National One and National Two once again representing the highest levels of English domestic rugby available to fans this weekend, expect high-quality action.

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BUCS Super Rugby: Late drama at Hollow Drift and Bath bruise Brunel

BUCS Super Rugby: Late drama at Hollow Drift and Bath bruise Brunel

Big scorelines, a debut win and a statement from the champions - BUCS Super Rugby is back

Big scorelines, a debut win and a statement from the champions - BUCS Super Rugby is back

Bigger and bolder than ever before - BUCS Super Rugby returns

Bigger and bolder than ever before - BUCS Super Rugby returns

A new broadcast home for BUCS Super Rugby - and a journey TRU has followed closely

A new broadcast home for BUCS Super Rugby - and a journey TRU has followed closely

TRU and The Ruck and Roll Show team up ahead of new Champ and University Rugby season

TRU and The Ruck and Roll Show team up ahead of new Champ and University Rugby season

Amelia Williams Exclusive: Why the Loughborough pathway is helping the promising prop scale new heights

Amelia Williams Exclusive: Why the Loughborough pathway is helping the promising prop scale new heights

 

Women's Rugby

British & Irish Lions Women will face France in Cardiff on August 27, 2027, before their inaugural tour to New Zealand.

Lions Women to face France in historic Cardiff clash

The Stoop will host the JAECOO PWR Final in 2027, 2028 and 2029 after Harlequins agreed a new three-year deal.

The Stoop to host JAECOO PWR Final until 2029

TRU's 'Ones to Watch' as Red Roses prepare for Black Ferns test

TRU's 'Ones to Watch' as Red Roses prepare for Black Ferns test

Sarah Bern is included in England line up for the game against New Zealand

Red Roses make three changes for New Zealand

From BUCS to Wales: Sean Lynn’s side rediscover the winning habit

From BUCS to Wales: Sean Lynn’s side rediscover the winning habit

Shaun Edwards joins the Red Roses as a coaching consultant for the remainder of England’s 2026 WXV Global Series campaign.

Shaun Edwards joins Red Roses as consultant

Emerging Talent

Rhode to Glory? Marcus Rhodes on his move to Coventry, Champ ambitions and his Premiership dream

Rhode to Glory? Marcus Rhodes on his move to Coventry, Champ ambitions and his Premiership dream

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

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

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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TRU Xtra

Le Notebook: Pau are for real, Tom Willis makes his mark and the road to Australia takes shape

Le Notebook: Pau are for real, Tom Willis makes his mark and the road to Australia takes shape

URC Focus: What can the Ospreys take from their South Africa tour?

URC Focus: What can the Ospreys take from their South Africa tour?

Pro D2 Notes: Five From Five - Now the Unbeaten Three Go on the Road

Pro D2 Notes: Five From Five - Now the Unbeaten Three Go on the Road

Pro D2 Notebook: Try-scoring Johnny Matthews and thoughts after Round Five

Pro D2 Notebook: Try-scoring Johnny Matthews and thoughts after Round Five

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Ospreys need cleaner first phase possession after their South African tour

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Comparing Rugby Betting Sites Beyond the Headline Odds

The Rugby Union Stars Who Are Quietly Passionate About The Sport of Kings

The Rugby Union Stars Who Are Quietly Passionate About The Sport of Kings

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Fiji appoint 2007 Rugby World Cup winner Jake White as head coach ahead of the 2027 tournament in Australia.

Jake White named new Fiji head coach

Saracens confirm Totoa Auvaa has left the club after a fresh incident, months after the nightclub episode involving Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson.

Saracens sack Totoa Auvaa after fresh incident

Former Springbok winger Courtnall Skosan retires aged 35 after a 16-year career featuring 12 Tests and three Super Rugby finals.

Courtnall Skosan retires after 16-year career

Jordan Petaia will miss the Sydney Bledisloe Test as Wallabies call up Corey Toole and Kadin Pritchard.

Australia hit by midfield injuries for Sydney Test

Immanuel Feyi-Waboso will undergo a scan after suffering a hamstring problem during Exeter Chiefs’ win over Newcastle Red Bulls.

Immanuel Feyi-Waboso set for scan after hamstring concern

Ollie Sleightholme scored a hat-trick for Northampton

Ollie Sleightholme hat-trick inspires Northampton win over Bath

Glasgow Warriors continued their unbeaten start to the United Rugby Championship season with a 36-19 bonus-point win over Connacht

Glasgow Warriors beat Connacht 36-19

Codie Taylor was one of the try scorer for New Zealand

New Zealand retain Bledisloe Cup for 24th Year

Freddie Steward was part of the winning Leicester side

Leicester beat Gloucester 38-31 to move second

Shaun Edwards will join Argentina as defence coach through the 2027 Rugby World Cup

Shaun Edwards and Mario Ledesma joins Argentina for 2027 World Cup

Fraser McReight starts at openside for Australia

Isaac Henry starts as Wallabies face All Blacks

Leicester Tigers hooker Finn Theobald-Thomas has retired from professional rugby aged 23 on medical grounds

Leicester Tigers hooker Finn Theobald-Thomas retires at 23

Cheslin Kolbe shares an update on his recovery from a broken jaw suffered during South Africa's September Test against New Zealand.

Cheslin Kolbe shares jaw injury recovery update

Archie van der Flier signs a new Leicester Tigers contract after making 27 appearances and earning England A recognition.

Archie van der Flier signs new Tigers deal

Estadio San Juan del Bicentenario Stadium in San Juan, Argentina

Argentina leads 2035 Rugby World Cup bid

Meg Jones will be captaining the side

Red Roses confirm 32-player squad for North American WXV tour

Franco Smith says Glasgow Warriors will learn from their dramatic 33-33 URC draw with Ulster after surrendering a late lead.

Franco Smith backs Glasgow to learn from Ulster draw

Ruben Love will miss the Bledisloe Cup and Nations Championship Tests after being ruled out for 2026 with an ankle ligament injury.

Ruben Love ruled out for rest of 2026

Clayton McMillan says Munster’s search for a new CEO will not distract his team after Ian Flanagan confirmed his October departure.

Clayton McMillan says Munster CEO search no distraction

Harry Randall was one of the try scorer for Bristol Bears

Bristol Bears beat Northampton 41-26

Ospreys receive a premises licence for redeveloped St Helen’s ahead of their first URC home game against Dragons on October 24.

Ospreys granted St Helen’s Premises licence

Finn Russell contributed with 13 points

Bath edge Exeter in 40-34 thriller

Lucas Friday, Elliot Williams and Tate Williams have signed long-term Harlequins contracts after breaking into the first-team squad.

Harlequins trio sign long-term extensions

All Blacks captain Ardie Savea will join the Blues for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season following Moana Pasifika’s exit.

Ardie Savea signs with Blues for 2027

John Dobson praises Siya Kolisi’s leadership, energy and physical presence ahead of the Springbok captain’s Stormers return.

John Dobson hails Siya Kolisi's impact on Stormers return

Ian Flanagan will leave his role as Munster Rugby CEO at the end of October as the province continues an organisational review.

Ian Flanagan to step down as Munster CEO

James Chisholm retires from professional rugby aged 31 after an Achilles injury ended his 164-game Harlequins career.

James Chisholm retires from professional rugby

Hunter Paisami will miss both Bledisloe Cup Tests after receiving a four-week suspension following Australia’s win over South Africa.

Hunter Paisami banned for four weeks

Charlie Atkinson signs a new Gloucester Rugby contract until at least 2029 after winning three club Player of the Season awards.

Charlie Atkinson signs new Gloucester contract

Matt Ferguson returns to RFU with Red Roses

Matt Ferguson returns to RFU with Red Roses

Tom Curry signs a new Sale Sharks contract until at least 2028, extending his decade-long association with the Premiership club.

Tom Curry signs new Sale Sharks contract

Len Ikitau has been included in the squad

Wallabies name squad for Bledisloe Cup Tests

Sam Underhill will miss England’s Nations Championship campaign after suffering a ruptured biceps during Bath’s win over Harlequins.

Sam Underhill ruled out of Nations Championship

Tom Pearson has signed a new Northampton Saints contract after helping the club win two Gallagher PREM titles in three seasons.

Tom Pearson signs new Northampton Saints deal

The Nations Championship Hemisphere Shield has been unveiled ahead of a 9-9 North-South battle culminating at Finals Weekend in London.

Hemisphere Shield unveiled for Nations Championship

Jack Willis has been named Top 14 Player of the Year for a second straight season after helping Toulouse win a fourth consecutive title.

Jack Willis retains Top 14 Player of the Year Award

Rassie Erasmus says South Africa gained valuable World Cup insight despite a 42-38 defeat to an improving Wallabies side in Perth.

Rassie Erasmus sees value in Wallabies defeat

All Blacks loose forward Anton Segner has re-signed with the Blues, Auckland Rugby and New Zealand Rugby through to the end of 2031.

Anton Segner signs long-term Blues deal to 2031

Dewi Lake marked his presence with two tries for Gloucester

Gloucester make flying start at Sandy Park with 45-24 win

Joe Cokanasiga was one of the try scorer for Bath Rugby

Bath start season with away win over Harlequins

Tommy Freeman scored a hat-trick for Northampton Saints

Northampton Saints open title defence with 59-26 win over Newcastle

The Gallagher PREM launches its 30th season with a full opening weekend

Gallagher PREM begins landmark 30th season

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii will make his first Wallabies start on the wing as Australia face world champions South Africa in Perth.

Joseph-Aukoso Suaalii starts on wing for Springboks clash

Bristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam

Gabriel Oghre signs new Bristol Bears deal

Bristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam

Ethan Staddon faces long lay-off at Bristol

Darcy Graham will miss Scotland’s Nations Championship campaign and Edinburgh’s early URC season after suffering a ruptured bicep.

Darcy Graham ruled out of Nations Championship

Dragons ready for URC opener after strong pre-season

Dragons ready for URC opener after strong pre-season

Tom Wood will miss Munster’s opening months after shoulder surgery, adding to their fly-half injury problems before the United Rugby Championship seas

Tom Wood ruled out until new year for Munster