Shaun Wane had ‘difficult conversations’ before naming England squad Elliot Minchella is a notable absentee. The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2024
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 · Oct 22, 2024
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 The Guardian - AU · Oct 22, 2024
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 · Oct 22, 2024
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. AAP · Oct 22, 2024
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 The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2024
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 The Guardian - UK · Oct 21, 2024
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. AAP · Oct 21, 2024
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 · Oct 20, 2024
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 · Oct 19, 2024
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 The Guardian - UK · Oct 19, 2024
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. AAP · Oct 19, 2024
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 The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2024
The Lion king in waiting? Why Ireland’s new talisman Caelan Doris fits the bill The country boy from Lacken who is now a world-class No 8 on enjoying captaincy, a fascination with psychology and his penchant for hot yoga The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2024
AAP · Oct 18, 2024 Kangaroos down Tonga in Pacific Championships victory Australia have shut out Tonga 18-0 in Brisbane to deny the visitors a fairytale second straight win against the Kangaroos.
Radio France Internationale · Oct 18, 2024 Judges to review rape case against French rugby players in Argentina Judges in Argentina are on Friday expected to start a detailed review of evidence that could lead to the dismissal of rape charges levelled against two French rugby players.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2024 Sports quiz of the week: perfect starts, cheating claims and England coaches Test your knowledge of the past seven days in football, tennis, rugby, cricket, boxing and more
AAP · Oct 18, 2024 Tuivasa-Sheck afraid he'd lost chance to play for Samoa After making his return to the NRL, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is set to earn a maiden Samoan cap on the Test tour of England.
The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2024 Marlie Packer says England ready to deal with difficult World Cup group The Red Roses are on run of 20 successive victories after retaining their WXV 1 title.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 17, 2024 First Nations Championship rugby finals to be hosted in London then Qatar London is set to be the first host of finals in the Rugby Nations Championship in 2026
The Guardian - UK · Oct 17, 2024 Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 draw: champions New Zealand to face Ireland Women’s Rugby World Cup holders New Zealand have been drawn in the same pool as Ireland for next year’s tournament in England
The Guardian - UK · Oct 17, 2024 Borthwick struggles to cast off shadow of uncertainty after coaching exits Coach could have done with drawing a line under staffing reshuffle but his backroom team still remains up in the air
AAP · Oct 17, 2024 Harris, Konstas to face Test grilling in Shield clash NSW and Victoria are set to field five Test bowlers between them in their Shield clash, providing the perfect showdown for Marcus Harris and Sam Konstas.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 16, 2024 Ronnie Dawson obituary Irish hooker who captained the British & Irish Lions rugby team on their 1959 tour to Australia, New Zealand and Canada
Evening Standard · Oct 16, 2024 Steve Borthwick reveals George Ford vow as England fly-half races to return from injury Ford is eyeing a swift return from a tear in his right quad suffered last month while featuring for Sale Sharks