Maroons plan Hammer and Lightning raid on NSW Queensland are preparing to unleash fullback Reece Walsh and centre Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow on NSW in a State of Origin one-two punch for the ages. AAP · Jun 25, 2024
It means nothing – Mike Catt not interested in South Africa comments on Ireland The Springboks camp have accused the Irish of being “arrogant”. The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2024
Fergus Burke open to representing England or Scotland as he reveals Test rugby ambitions after Saracens move Burke will first be tasked with helping Saracens adapt to life without Owen Farrell Evening Standard · Jun 24, 2024
New Saracens signing Fergus Burke reveals international ambitions Burke qualifies to play for both England and Scotland The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2024
Borthwick backing England to show mental strength to handle All Blacks Teams in past have been beaten before stepping off plane in New Zealand but head coach believes current squad are up to task The Guardian - UK · Jun 24, 2024
All Blacks reveal new captain as New Zealand squad for England series named Scott Robertson has named his first squad with Crusaders lock Scott Barrett appointed skipper The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2024
Legacy on the line as Latrell braces for Origin return Latrell Mitchell returns to the NSW side at the MCG on Wednesday with the Blues down in the series and his great State of Origin legacy on the line. AAP · Jun 24, 2024
'Latrell not in our heads': Hunt responds to Joey barb Queensland hooker Ben Hunt has hit back at Andrew Johns' claims that NSW centre Latrell Mitchell has them rattled ahead of the MCG State of Origin showdown. AAP · Jun 24, 2024
Maroons prop Cotter the 'Little Big Man' of Origin Queensland's Reuben Cotter is one of the smallest props the Maroons have fielded but his giant heart and motor has him ready to take on behemoth Payne Haas. AAP · Jun 24, 2024
Conditions won't dampen NSW spirits in women's decider NSW struggled to adapt to wet conditions in the second women's State of Origin match and more rain is forecast on the night of the decider. AAP · Jun 24, 2024
England plan same starting XV for New Zealand opener in drive for consistency England are keen to name an unchanged starting line-up for the first Test against New Zealand with Marcus Smith set to stay at fly-half The Guardian - UK · Jun 23, 2024
Wales boss Warren Gatland set to finalise tour squad after injury-hit build-up Gatland is due to name a likely 34-strong group on Monday. The Independent UK · Jun 23, 2024
Charlie Ewels banned for two games after dismissal in England victory over Japan Saracens’ Nick Isiekwe will replace the Bath second row in Steve Borthwick’s 36-man group. The Independent UK · Jun 23, 2024
Munster gives Dearden faith MCG will be field of dreams Queensland No.6 Tom Dearden has been leaning on the boundless belief of Cameron Munster ahead of his vital State of Origin assignment at the MCG. AAP · Jun 23, 2024
The Independent UK · Jun 22, 2024 Warren Gatland hails ‘exceptional’ performance by Wales captain Dewi Lake Two late South African scores confirmed a 41-13 victory for the Springboks.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 22, 2024 Gloucester-Hartpury seal comeback against Bristol to retain PWR title Gloucester-Hartpury recovered from a 10-point half-time deficit to defeat Bristol 36-24 and successfully defend the Premiership Women’s Rugby title
The Guardian - UK · Jun 22, 2024 Jesse Kriel inspires South Africa to emphatic victory against Wales Makazole Mapimpi, Bongi Mbonambi and Edwill van der Merwe also scored tries in South Africa’s 41-13 win against Wales in the Twickenham international
The Independent UK · Jun 22, 2024 Makazole Mapimpi inspires relentless Springboks past resilient Wales ahead of Ireland series Wales 13-41 South Africa: Warren Gatland’s side trailed just 14-13 at half-time, but the world champions powered to victory with 27 unanswered points in the second half
The Guardian - UK · Jun 22, 2024 Steve Borthwick warns England must improve discipline to beat All Blacks Steve Borthwick says England’s discipline will have to improve if they want to beat the All Blacks next month after their victory against Japan
The Independent UK · Jun 22, 2024 Japan vs England: Marcus Smith’s breakthrough, a golden wing pair at last and five things we learnt Japan 17-52 England: An eight-try win was marred by Charlie Ewels’s dismissal late on in Tokyo
Evening Standard · Jun 22, 2024 Marcus Smith dazzles as electric England thrash Japan in eight-try rout Harlequins fly-half takes opportunity to cement his status as Steve Borthwick’s starting No10 before New Zealand series
The Independent UK · Jun 22, 2024 Marcus Smith shines as impressive England thrash Japan despite late sending off Japan 17-52 England: The hosts were overwhelmed in their first match since Jones’ return to Tokyo
The Guardian - UK · Jun 22, 2024 Rejuvenated England run in eight tries to thrash Japan and open tour in style There was plenty to admire in England’s eight-try flattening of Eddie Jones’s inexperienced Japan side
The Independent UK · Jun 22, 2024 It felt like there was someone with me – Brodie Croft on Rob Burrow-style try It was an emotional night at Headingley.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 22, 2024 Japan 17-52 England: rugby union international – as it happened England score eight tries in an attacking show marred by a red card to get their summer tour off to a bright start.