The Latest Breaking News on Rugby Union

Prem team of the season: from teen with a sky-high ceiling to a stat-topping No 8

The league has been a launchpad for players such as Noah Caluori while showcasing the best English rugby has to offer

The Guardian - UK · Jun 5

Leeds end long wait for home victory against St Helens to build lead at top

Leeds ended their decade-long wait for a home victory over their great rivals St Helens to solidify their position at the Super League summit after a 24-16 win

The Guardian - UK · Jun 4

RFU council member punished for Maggie Alphonsi comment on Facebook

Matthew Smith had his privileges temporarily removed after which rugby pundit Alphonsi said she was ‘disappointed’ with the outcome

The Guardian - UK · Jun 4

Wigan secure Challenge Cup with dominant win over Hull KR at Wembley

Jack Farrimond scored Wigan’s opening two tries in a seven-try thrashing.

The Independent UK · May 30

Saracens climb into top four with win over Harlequins in McCall’s home farewell

Saracens beat Harlequins 26-12 to enter the top four of the Prem for the first time this season

The Guardian - UK · May 30

Moana Pasifika sign off from Super Rugby with a win and emotionally charged hymn

Undermanned side upsets finals-bound ACT Brumbies 21-19 before players and staff come together to mark the victory and club’s expected demise

The Guardian - AU · May 30

Saracens aim for top four as Mark McCall’s final season at the helm comes to a close

Quiet architect of Saracens’ modern dynasty prepares for emotional farewell as his side battle for a playoff spot in penultimate match of the season

The Guardian - UK · May 29

NSW make history with first clean sweep of Women’s State of Origin in game three

Blues defeat Maroons 12-4 to complete 3-0 whitewash with Yasmin Meakes named player of the series

The Guardian - AU · May 28

Blues seal Women’s State of Origin with game three win – as it happened

New South Wales lift Origin shield after beating Queensland 12-4 in third game on the Gold Coast

The Guardian - AU · May 28

There'll be a spot for Moses in game two: Daley

Mitch Moses missed the State of Origin series opener through injury but there'll be a spot for him on the NSW teamsheet for game two, says coach Laurie Daley.

AAP · May 27