The Latest Breaking News from Rugby

Local rugby club will hold firefighters killed in Bicester blaze ‘in our hearts’

Firefighters Jennie Logan, 30, and Martyn Sadler, 38; and business owner David Chester, 57, died in the major incident.

Evening Standard · May 18, 2025

Inside the British and Irish Lions ‘first day of school’

Andy Farrell’s chosen 38 assembled for the first time at a Richmond hotel to begin their preparations for the tour of Australia

The Independent UK · May 18, 2025

Steelers storm their way into Japan Rugby semi-finals

Former Chiefs flyhalf Bryn Gatland created two of his side's four tries to help steer the Kobe Steelers into the Japan Rugby League One semi-finals.

AAP · May 18, 2025

RFU unveils plans for radical revamp of second tier of English rugby

The league formerly known as the Championship will grow to 14 teams, including a revived Worcester, and be known as ‘Champ Rugby’

The Independent UK · May 16, 2025

Reds hunt rare feat in top-four Super Rugby battle

With an ugly record in Canberra, Queensland captain Tate McDermott has declared the clash with the Brumbies crucial to their hopes of hosting a Super final.

AAP · May 16, 2025

Force coach Cron lashes out at zig-zag fixture beast

The Western Force have been dudded by poor fixturing, with coach Simon Cron having to rest stars Nic White, Hamish Stewart and Harry Potter this weekend.

AAP · May 16, 2025

NSW Blues’ historic Origin series win turns the tide for women’s rugby league

The Blues were red-hot even in wet conditions in Game 2 to claim the State of Origin shield from the Maroons and lay down a marker for years to come

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2025

Boost for Wallabies as star commits past World Cup

Tom Wright has signed a new contract with Rugby Australia and the Brumbies, saying he doesn't want to miss the opportunity to play in the next World Cup.

AAP · May 15, 2025

English second tier gets Champ Rugby rebrand in new 14-club league

English rugby union’s second tier will be rebranded as Champ Rugby from next season in a move designed to raise standards and add greater aspiration and jeopardy for clubs

The Guardian - UK · May 15, 2025

‘The Queen is here’: Australia gets chance to witness rugby juggernaut Ilona Maher up close

One of the most influential figures in women’s sport is in Canberra this week as the USA Eagles face the Wallaroos in the Pacific Four Series on Saturday

The Guardian - AU · May 15, 2025