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'He's a special player': Suaalii backs Lomax rugby move

Wallabies superstar Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii believes his one-time State of Origin teammate Zac Lomax would thrive if he also jumped codes during his NRL exile.

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Gang allegedly enlisted teen in daycare murder plot

A young rugby hopeful allegedly spoke of having to kill a man in a brazen daycare murder plot because he was the newest member of a criminal gang.

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Sophie Cunningham Eyes a Future in Broadcasting With New Side Quest

The WNBA star spoke with Sports Illustrated about her passion for commentating.

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All Blacks appoint new head coach after overlooking favourite Jamie Joseph

Former Australia and Glasgow Warriors coach Dave Rennie will leave his job at Kobe Steelers to take charge of New Zealand until the next World Cup

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Brothers on Super collision course as Reds unleash star

The Queensland Reds will unleash one of Australian rugby's brightest prospects against the unbeaten Brumbies, who will be without one of their stars.

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Historic Rennie appointment to add World Cup intrigue

Dramatically denied the chance to coach the Wallabies at a World Cup, New Zealander Dave Rennie will instead lead the All Blacks into next year's showpiece.

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Brumbies lock down Larkham with contract extension

Linked to the All Blacks, Stephen Larkham has made clear his future is in Canberra with the ACT Brumbies coach extending his contract for another two years.

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Meet Seb Atkinson, England’s new Six Nations centre and perhaps the fittest man in rugby

Exclusive interview: Ahead of his first Six Nations start against Italy, Atkinson reflects on his physical transformation, untimely injuries and why Worcester’s demise was key in him making it to the top

The Independent UK

Joe Marler to make England debut as Soccer Aid 2026 line-up confirmed

Wayne Rooney among big names playing at annual charity match

Evening Standard

Again we dare to wonder if this is Italy’s time – because England’s confidence looks shot

Italy matched France physically, and while England have never lost to the Azzurri, Saturday is a Six Nations chance as good as any for the hosts

The Guardian - UK

NSW Waratahs star shows how club rugby Gamble paid off

An off-contract star has reflected on his rise from suburban club rugby to NSW Waratahs fan favourite as he ponders his future beyond 2026.

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Fine form, poor results continue in Japan for Folau

Former Wallaby Israel Folau has scored yet again in Japanese rugby, but his side suffered another defeat to remain 10th in the 12-team competition.

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Cale's late heroics saves Brumbies from Blues upset

The Brumbies have kept their unbeaten start to the Super Rugby Pacific season in tact, overcoming an almighty scare from the Blues to win 30-27.

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Already on the plane or left at home? How England’s Rugby World Cup squad is shaping up

Steve Borthwick started the Six Nations with a settled squad but three matches in and the journey to Australia 2027 has become a harder selection equation

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Promotion and relegation from Prem to be scrapped as rugby moves to franchise model

The Rugby Football Union council ‘overwhelmingly’ voted to approve a move to a franchise model which will begin in the 2026-27 season

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'We'll force rule changes': Walkers to upset applecart

Ben and Shane Walker are set to transform rugby league again as coaches of the Western Clydesdales as they vow to exploit and change the rules of the game.

Evening Standard

Prem relegation and promotion to be scrapped in major shake-up of English rugby

RFU Council “overwhelmingly” approves proposal to turn top-flight into 12-team franchise model

The Independent UK

RFU set to confirm radical revamp for English rugby’s top league

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English rugby set for radical change as Prem ring-fencing and expansion plans approved

Relegation and promotion will be removed from the English top flight for an alternative model

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Razzle dazzle Reds get Super season on track

The Reds have produced an early frontrunner for try of the season and then kicked on to beat the Highlanders for an important Super Rugby Pacific win.

The Independent UK

World Rugby responds to questions over future of scrums and bid to make sport ‘quicker and simpler’ for fans

The governing body has set a renewed focus on the overall growth of the sport and fan experience

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Western Force break the shackles with Super win in NZ

The Western Force have opened their Super Rugby Pacific season account with a much-needed win over Moana Pasifika in Pukekohe.

The Independent UK

Is rugby any closer to answering the complex brain injury question?

SPECIAL REPORT: With a court case looming large over the sport, Harry Latham-Coyle investigates what is being done to combat head injuries and the players struggling with life after rugby

The Guardian - UK

Sports quiz of the week: Olympic heroes, world champions and Norwegian stars

Have you been following the big stories in football, rugby, ice hockey, skiing, boxing, cricket and motor racing?

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Holmes the US salesman as NRL takes over downtown Vegas

An estimated 16,000 fans have rolled in for the NRL's Las Vegas launch event, with Valentine Holmes the centre of attention for American broadcasters.

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