The Latest Breaking News on Rugby Union

RFU to press ahead with lowering tackle height but apologises for ‘anger’ caused

‘We fully acknowledge we got the engagement wrong, and we are truly sorry,’ the RFU said.

The Independent UK · Jan 27, 2023

Stephen Ferris questions Ruan Pienaar call as John Cooney decision looms

Former Ulster and Ireland back rower left baffled as Scotland ponder scrum-half call-up

Belfast Live · Jan 27, 2023

Laporte quits as boss of French rugby federation

Bernard Laporte resigned as president of the French rugby federation (FFR) on Friday following a meeting of the game's most powerful executives.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 27, 2023

New young Wales captain named and coach bets his life he'll be going to the next World Cup

Ryan Woodman has the makings of a serious Wales international

Wales Online · Jan 27, 2023

RFU backtracks after ‘anger and concern’ at tackle height law change

The RFU has promised to now consult the community game following their poorly-received initial announcement

The Independent UK · Jan 27, 2023

Rugby's greatest try and commentary leaves viewers stunned 50 years on

Six Welshmen were involved in the score

Wales Online · Jan 27, 2023

Calls for RFU chief Bill Sweeney to resign after apologetic climbdown in tackle-height rule fiasco

Anger from across the game has forced English rugby bosses to apologise

Evening Standard · Jan 27, 2023

Derry's Rugbytots puts "fun first" in bringing new skills to young children

"We have provided opportunities for hundreds of children across the North West to experience all of the benefits of rugby"

Belfast Live · Jan 27, 2023

RFU apologises for handling of tackle height decision

RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney is potentially facing a no confidence vote from grassroots clubs.

The Independent UK · Jan 27, 2023

Hammer blow for England after Elliot Daly ruled out of Six Nations

Daly must now target the summer’s World Cup warm-up games to add to his 57 caps

The Independent UK · Jan 27, 2023