The Latest Breaking News on Rugby Union

Australia coach Andrew McDonald says Ashes ‘done’ ahead of SCG Test

The teams reconvene for the final time at the SCG on Sunday with the hosts seeking an emphatic 4-1 win.

The Independent UK · Dec 29, 2025

Khawaja guaranteed for SCG, future unclear after that

Usman Khawaja will play in the Ashes finale at the SCG, but Australian coach Andrew McDonald remains in the dark about the 39-year-old's future beyond that.

AAP · Dec 29, 2025

Greg Fisilau sets the tone as Exeter show strength with dismissal of Leicester

Greg Fisilau was the star as Exeter beat Leicester 24-10 to move to within a point of leaders Northampton

The Guardian - UK · Dec 28, 2025

Jacques Vermeulen on song as Sale batter Harlequins in second half

The South African flanker scored two tries to help Sale overrun Harlequins 43-17 after trailing 17-12 at half-time

The Guardian - UK · Dec 26, 2025

England reeling as 20 wickets tumble on chaotic first day of fourth Ashes Test in Melbourne

England bowled out for 110 as Australia hold second-innings lead of 46 after almost farcical day at the MCG

Evening Standard · Dec 26, 2025

Royal family walks to traditional church service on King’s Sandringham Estate

Missing from the party was the disgraced Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

Evening Standard · Dec 25, 2025

Chile coach Pablo Lemoine: ‘Rugby is in trouble, even in countries like Wales’

The former Uruguay prop has praise for the new World Cup format but believes World Rugby must do more for developing nations

The Guardian - UK · Dec 23, 2025

Steve Smith captains Australia in Boxing Day Test as Pat Cummins plays no further part in Ashes

Fast bowler takes precautionary decision after back problems

Evening Standard · Dec 23, 2025

For first time in 15 summers, Australia need a spinner

The last time Australia entered a home Test with a frontline spinner other than Nathan Lyon, Michael Beer was the surprise selection. Another big call looms.

AAP · Dec 22, 2025

‘RIP’: Australian media revels in ‘deeply lamented’ death of Bazball after Ashes woe

Local media gleefully homed in on English pre-series predictions after Australia retained the urn having played just 11 days of cricket

The Guardian - AU · Dec 22, 2025