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The Latest Breaking News from Nigel Owens

France star cited for potential eye gouge ahead of Six Nations clash with England

Oscar Jegou is at risk of missing France’s Six Nations clash with England after being cited following an incident in his side’s defeat by Scotland

The Independent UK · Mar 9

France flanker Oscar Jegou cited over alleged gouging incident in Scotland defeat

Jegou appeared to make contact with the eye of Scotland’s Ewan Ashman at a maul

The Independent UK · Mar 9

Nigel Owens gives verdict on the viral schoolboy Tiktok try that’s dividing the internet

A viral schoolboy try has been dividing the internet but Owens has had his say

The Independent UK · May 31, 2025

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Warren Gatland includes uncapped wing Blair Murray in Wales side to face Fiji

Wales are targeting their first Test match win since the 2023 World Cup.

The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2024

Farmers stage mass protest outside Welsh parliament over climate policies

Thousands take part in demonstration as concerns grow that groups denying climate crisis are seeking to exploit campaign

The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2024

Technology and TMOs have turned up spotlight on rugby union referees

Former referee Nigel Owens fears that TMOs offer a ‘licence to get things wrong’ but new technology could change that

The Guardian - UK · Feb 18, 2024

South Africa ‘got it wrong’ with past referee criticism, admits Rassie Erasmus

The Springboks’ director of rugby insists that his side have improved their relationship with officials before the World Cup quarter-final against France

The Guardian - UK · Oct 10, 2023

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Ex-referee Nigel Owens adamant Owen Farrell’s tackle against Wales was red card

Farrell faces an independent disciplinary panel early next week after World Rugby appealed against the decision to downgrade his red card.

The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2023

The former Welsh policeman who stepped in during a World Cup final because 'something wasn't quite right'

Ben Whitehouse is following in his father's footsteps this autumn but has already made a name for himself in world rugby

Wales Online · Jun 28, 2023

Tonight's rugby news as Wales target entirety of England for new players in three-day 'rallying call'

The latest rugby stories making the headlines in Wales and beyond

Wales Online · Jun 20, 2023

Today's rugby news as Wales international announces it's over and club face winding up order

The latest rugby news stories from Wales and beyond

Wales Online · Jun 3, 2023

Nigel Owens column: Why I think Justin Tipuric should become a referee and the day I had to warn Alun Wyn Jones

The departure of Alun Wyn Jones, Justin Tipuric and Rhys Webb is a blow for Wales ahead of the World Cup, but they've bowed out at the right time

Wales Online · Jun 3, 2023

Nigel Owens defends lack of Welsh refs amid World Cup controversy but doesn't envy those going to tournament

Wales will have no referees at a World Cup for the first time

Wales Online · May 20, 2023

Today's rugby news as coach hits out over World Cup referees and club face being thrown out of English Premiership

The latest rugby headlines from Wales and beyond

Wales Online · May 16, 2023

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Wales Online · May 6, 2023

Nigel Owens: Losing Joe Hawkins is such a waste but wonderful Welsh rugby occasion gave me hope

I've seen a glimpse of what our game could be like but some big decisions need to be made

Wales Online · Apr 22, 2023

Nigel Owens calls for football to follow rugby and make referees wear microphones to explain VAR calls

The move, which is currently being trialled in France, could help curb bad language and restore belief in officials

Wales Online · Apr 17, 2023

Wales playmaker set to leave the Dragons with French club leading the chase

Sam Davies is heading for the Rodney Parade exit door but he has many suitors

Wales Online · Apr 17, 2023

Red card for Exeter Chiefs star stuns rugby as internationals appalled and Nigel Owens publicly disagrees

Karl Dickson's decision to send Exeter wing Olly Woodburn off has gone down like a lead balloon

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Wales Online · Apr 16, 2023

Welsh referee mirrors Nigel Owens with brilliant lecture to Springboks star who tried to 'buy a penalty'

Nigel Owens was famous for telling off players when necessary and fellow Welsh official Ben Whitehouse has just done the same

Wales Online · Apr 6, 2023

Nigel Owens won't be accepting South Africa World Cup job offer

The Springboks wanted the legendary referee to join their coaching set-up ahead of their World Cup defence later this year

Wales Online · Apr 2, 2023

Rassie Erasmus reveals why he wants Nigel Owens for World Cup saying he can resolve Springboks' 'aggressive' reputation

World champions South Africa want Nigel's famed communication skills and legendary refereeing expertise to help them defend title

Wales Online · Mar 25, 2023

Today's rugby news as snubbed Six Nations star will have 'steam coming out of ears' with Wales message

Here are some of the stories making the rugby news today

Wales Online · Mar 11, 2023

Nigel Owens reveals he's torn over 'incredibly exciting' South Africa World Cup job after Rassie Erasmus approach

Legendary referee Nigel Owens is wanted by the world champion Springboks as they defend their World Cup crown this year, but has huge commitments in Wales

Wales Online · Mar 5, 2023

Top South African coach says Nigel Owens 'appointment would be a masterstroke' for Springboks

Welsh refereeing legend Nigel Owens addresses speculation over links to a job with South Africa's coaching team

Wales Online · Feb 28, 2023

The major Welsh rugby transfer stories about to unfold and what's likely to happen

Some of Wales' best and most high profile stars could be leaving

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