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The Latest Breaking News on Rugby Union

Kai Pearce-Paul returns to England with a point to prove against Samoa

Pearce-Paul was in the England squad that lost to Samoa at the last Rugby League World Cup.

The Independent UK

RFU must connect grassroots to elite rugby union by aligning player pathway

England are thriving at youth level but governing body has been urged to act to save rugby from irrelevance elsewhere

The Guardian - UK

Kiwis to usher in Stacey Jones era against Australia

Often regarded the greatest Kiwi player of his generation, Stacey Jones begins his tenure as New Zealand head coach in the clash against Australia.

AAP

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Pressure is already on Jillaroos: Ali Brigginshaw

Ali Brigginshaw's Jillaroos have travelled to Christchurch hoping to make amends for their loss to New Zealand in last year's Pacific Championships.

AAP

England players sign RFU contracts but raise ‘extensive concerns’ over workload

England players have voiced ‘extensive concerns’ about their workload after signing new RFU contracts

The Guardian - UK

Calm before storm for Kangaroos forward Mitch 'Wahnett'

Warriors and Australia forward Mitch Barnett has been given a new nickname and embraced by fans in Christchurch, but he expects that all to change on Sunday.

AAP

Henry Slade given chance to prove readiness for All Blacks showdown

England are poised to select Henry Slade against New Zealand after they released him from a training camp to play for Exeter

The Guardian - UK

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Dupont returns to France XV as rape case duo are omitted from autumn Tests squad

Olympic gold medallist Antoine Dupont was named in France's 15-a-side rugby union squad on Wednesday just over three months after his sparkling performances for the sevens team during their surge to glory at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Radio France Internationale

Martin Hannan: I'm beelin' about the Rugby Sevens Commonwealth Games omission

Martin Hannan: I'm beelin' about the Rugby Sevens Commonwealth Games omission.

The National (Scotland)

Elliott fires as Vics roll NSW for opening Shield win

Sam Elliott has claimed all four wickets on day four at the MCG with Victoria wrapping up a convincing 141-run win over a star-studded NSW side.

AAP

'Hurt the most': Kelly hasn't forgot Jillaroos' NZ loss

Isabelle Kelly says the last time Australia played New Zealand ended as her hardest day in a Jillaroos jersey.

AAP

Marcus Smith adopts military breathing technique to improve his goal kicking

Marcus Smith has adopted a military breathing technique and sought advice from Jonny Wilkinson after goal kicking woes on England duty last summer

The Guardian - UK

Shaun Wane had ‘difficult conversations’ before naming England squad

Elliot Minchella is a notable absentee.

The Independent UK

Women’s World Cup has the hallmarks of gamechanger for rugby union

Talking to World Rugby’s Sally Horrox is also to sense energy and momentum as England prepare to host the tournament

The Guardian - UK

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The Guardian - AU

Wallabies seek to spring a grand slam surprise as Lions tour looms large

Joseph Sua’ali’i has been fast-tracked into the Australia side amid coach Joe Schmidt’s search for a spark in four Tests across the UK and Ireland

AAP

Quincy Dodd injured, out of Jillaroos' clash with Kiwis

Starting hooker Quincy Dodd will miss Australia's clash against New Zealand, who ambushed the Jillaroos in the sides' last meeting.

AAP

Complacency a dirty word for Kangaroos rake Grant

Harry Grant will embrace playing big minutes as Kangaroos hooker against New Zealand, but he is not prepared to bank on being the long-term starting No.9 yet.

The Independent UK

King Charles III's Commonwealth visit to Samoa will highlight climate change ... and dance

King Charles III should be prepared to dance when he visits Samoa this week

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The Guardian - UK

RFU warned schools crisis risks rugby becoming a ‘declining minority sport’

The Rugby Football Union has been warned it is facing an existential crisis and has been urged to make radical changes to schools rugby

AAP

I didn't do the jersey proud in last NZ clash: Collins

Sydney Roosters hard man Lindsay Collins is out for redemption after letting himself down the last time Australia played New Zealand.

The Guardian - UK

Handrè Pollard edges Leicester to comeback victory against Gloucester

Handrè Pollard scored a try and guided Leicester to a 29-26 comeback victory against Gloucester despite a hat-trick from Max Llewellyn

The Guardian - UK

Francois van Wyk and buoyant Bath snatch electrifying win over Harlequins

Tries from South African props Francois van Wyk and Thomas du Toit helped Bath battle back for a 26-24 Premiership win against Harlequins

The Guardian - UK

Saracens go top as Elliot Daly inspires thrilling comeback win over Bristol

Alex Lozowski kicked a last-gasp penalty to earn Saracens a 37-35 comeback win in nine-try thriller at Bristol

AAP

McDonald says he and Cummins made Smith No.4 call

Australia's coach Andrew McDonald has insisted the call to move Steve Smith back to No.4 was ultimately one made by he and Test captain Pat Cummins.

The Guardian - UK

Rugby’s 20-minute red card to be trialled in upcoming Autumn Nations Series

Ireland and France opposed the new law over player safety concerns while Premiership coaches wanted changes to keep players on the field

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