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Challenge cup-winning coach and broadcaster John Kear dies aged 71 as tributes pour in

Rugby league mourns the loss of influential figure John Kear, who passed away at 71. Renowned for his tactical acumen and ability to inspire underdogs, Kear's four-decade career as a coach, mentor, and broadcaster earned him widespread respect. His legacy includes transforming struggling teams and fostering a deep love for…

The Times of India

Rugby league legend dies suddenly after commentating for BBC on Challenge Cup final

Kear twice won the Challenge Cup and was admired and respected throughout the sport

The Independent UK

Rugby league legend John Kear dies suddenly aged 71

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Rugby league great John Kear dies aged 71

Kear coached two Challenge Cup-winning sides before becoming a successful broadcaster.

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RU:Reds speedster switches codes to join Broncos

Promising outside back Caitlin Urwin has signed with the Brisbane Broncos, moving across from the Queensland Reds and Wallaroos rugby programs.

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Reds speedster switches codes to join Broncos

Promising outside back Caitlin Urwin has signed with the Brisbane Broncos, moving across from the Queensland Reds and Wallaroos rugby programs.

AAP

Challenge Cup crowds are dwindling but rugby league must save Wembley relationship

Fewer than 60,000 saw Wigan beat Hull KR in the Challenge Cup final and the sport needs to address its attendance problem

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Doddie Weir’s wife to join Lewis Moody’s 500-mile ride to fund MND research

The 500-mile, seven-day cycling challenge will raise money for research into motor neurone disease.

Evening Standard

RU:Aussie teams seal clean sweep at Valladolid Sevens

Comeback wins over the No.1-ranked teams earned Australia's men's and women's rugby sevens team a title double at the the Valladolid finals in Spain.

AAP

Aussie teams seal clean sweep at Valladolid Sevens

Comeback wins over the No.1-ranked teams earned Australia's men's and women's rugby sevens team a title double at the the Valladolid finals in Spain.

AAP

Two Queens of NZ sport hailed by the King

Outgoing White Ferns hero Suzie Bates and discus legend Beatrice Faumuinā are among 11 women recognised by the King for bettering NZ sport

Newsroom.co.nz

Springboks star Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu to undergo scans on ‘pretty serious’ injury

The Stormers fly half suffered an ankle injury in the URC quarter-final win over Cardiff

The Independent UK

RU:Foley's final countdown as Spears make Japan decider

Ahead of an expected return to the Waratahs, former Wallaby Bernard Foley's Spears side have booked a place in the Japan Rugby League One grand final.

AAP

Foley's final countdown as Spears make Japan decider

Ahead of an expected return to the Waratahs, former Wallaby Bernard Foley's Spears side have booked a place in the Japan Rugby League One grand final.

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Lomax to become bulletproof as Force aim for greatness

Kurtley Beale is set to extend his time at the Western Force for another year, while Zac Lomax will be aiming to build on his impressive debut campaign.

AAP

I'm contracted: Waratahs coach McKellar keen to stay

The NSW Waratahs have finished eighth after a 5-9 campaign, but coach Dan McKellar is optimistic a bright future lies ahead.

Newcastle Herald

How a glass of red led to a touching tribute for a late brother and funds for vital charity

The touching story behind Big Dog Wine charity launch

AAP

RU:Pasifika's Super dream not over yet, despite no owner

Moana Pasifika may have played their final Super Rugby Pacific game, but they aren't letting all hope go just yet.

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AAP

Pasifika's Super dream not over yet, despite no owner

Moana Pasifika may have played their final Super Rugby Pacific game, but they aren't letting all hope go just yet.

The Guardian - UK

Ruthless Wigan romp to dominant win over Hull KR in Challenge Cup final

Wigan produced another Challenge Cup masterclass to extend their record as the kings of rugby league’s most prestigious competition

AAP

Tahs shattered for Gordon as Force end season with win

Dylan Pietsch and Carlo Tizzano have scored doubles as the Western Force snatched victory against the Waratahs, who lost two of their stars to injury.

TechRadar

How to watch Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors: Free streams, TV channels for Challenge Cup Final 2026

All the ways to watch Challenge Cup Final 2026 live streams online – including for FREE – with Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors on rugby league's big day at Wembley.

The Guardian - AU

Moana Pasifika sign off from Super Rugby with a win and emotionally charged hymn

Undermanned side upsets finals-bound ACT Brumbies 21-19 before players and staff come together to mark the victory and club’s expected demise

AAP

RU:'Proud' Pasifika upset Brumbies, plunge into unknown

Moana Pasifika's potential final Super Rugby Pacific match has ended in victory, denying the Brumbies an opportunity to claim a valuable fourth-placed finish.

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RU:Pasifika plunge into unknown, but enjoy Brumbies win

Moana Pasifika's potential final Super Rugby Pacific match has ended in victory, denying the Brumbies an opportunity to claim a valuable fourth-placed finish.

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