France v Ireland a tempting hors d’oeuvres for a spectacular Six Nations All eyes will be on Marseille for heavyweight opener but Scotland, with Finn Russell pulling the strings, are dark horses The Guardian - UK · Jan 28, 2024
From social secretary to captain: Jamie George ticks all England’s boxes Jamie George has many merits say those in the game who know him best: ‘He connects with everyone’ The Guardian - UK · Jan 27, 2024
Springboks boss Rassie Erasmus recovering in hospital after suffering chemical burns in 'freak accident' The 51-year-old is set to return to work in the next few weeks Evening Standard · Jan 27, 2024
Peter O’Mahony has big boots to fill but is the right fit for Ireland New captain may not have a job by the end of this season but could have been born to lead the side against France on Friday The Guardian - UK · Jan 27, 2024
GB women stun Aussie World Cup champs in Perth Sevens Australia have been upset 19-12 by Great Britain in a rare group-stage defeat in the women's event at the Perth Sevens, as both home sides endured a mixed day. AAP · Jan 26, 2024
Super Rugby Rebels deny voluntary administration status The Melbourne Rebels are yet to formally enter voluntary administration, however the Super Rugby battlers remain in huge financial strife. AAP · Jan 26, 2024
‘It’s a drug’: Maro Itoje commits to England until 2027 Rugby World Cup Maro Itoje has given English rugby a timely boost by revealing his desire to continue representing his country until after the next Rugby World Cup The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2024
Six Nations Rugby Starts Feb. 2 on Peacock, CNBC England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, Wales battle for honor of best in Europe Multichannel News · Jan 24, 2024
Six Nations: Full Contact review – like a desperately dated rugby highlights package Will this Netflix docuseries be rugby union’s Drive to Survive? Not judging by how formulaic, shallow and ludicrously behind the times it is The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2024
Perth 'bubble' to test Olympics-bound sevens squads Australia's men's and women's rugby sevens teams will fine-tune their preparations for July's Olympics when the world series visits Perth. AAP · Jan 24, 2024
O'Connor ditches pressures of past, plans to play on Queensland Reds playmaker James O'Connor has no plans to retire this year and would love another chance to end a fluctuating Wallabies career on his terms. AAP · Jan 24, 2024
Netflix’s one-size fits all approach misses the real selling point of rugby union Six Nations: Full Contact focuses on interviews with the sport’s stars when the real draws are the odd couple Italy coaches who scream authenticity The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2024
Owen Farrell right to look after his own future after Racing 92 move confirmed A much-deserved new life adventure, a break from the boo-boys or a stage-managed Test rugby exit? Perhaps a mix of all three Evening Standard · Jan 23, 2024
Winds of change blow through Six Nations to spark new sense of purpose Anticipation for the competition is soaring with teams under new leadership and a fascinating backdrop after World Cup The Guardian - UK · Jan 23, 2024
AAP · Jan 23, 2024 Wallabies' Schmidt a great rugby mind: All Blacks coach All Blacks coach Scott Robertson says fellow Kiwi Joe Schmidt will set the Wallabies on a clear path forwards following their chaotic stint under Eddie Jones.
Broadcasting & Cable · Jan 22, 2024 Netflix Set To Kick Off Six Nations Rugby Docuseries ‘Full Contact’ has behind-the-scenes stuff from annual tournament featuring best national teams in U.K., Europe
AAP · Jan 22, 2024 Furious RLPA wants Volkman the line-in-sand moment Clint Newton has demanded the Ronald Volkman saga becomes a line-in-the-sand moment for contracting, with the Rugby League Players Association CEO furious.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 22, 2024 ‘Rugby needs all the help it can get’: sport hunts F1-style Netflix uplift Big names prepare for their close-ups as Six Nations: Full Contact aims to take rugby union to whole new audience
AAP · Jan 21, 2024 Rugby star Beale faces jury for alleged bar sex assault Australian rugby union star Kurtley Beale has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman at a Sydney pub, a claim he denies.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 20, 2024 Borthwick all business with England prepping for demands of Six Nations A winter trip to Spain will provide the chance for Steve Borthwick to focus on England’s scrum and the breakdown in the buildup to the Six Nations
AAP · Jan 20, 2024 Lynagh shines for Quins in Europe with great solo try Michael Lynagh's son Louis got a shock late call-up for Harlequins and celebrated with two tries - one quite brilliant - in their European Champions Cup win.
AAP · Jan 20, 2024 Robbie Deans' Wild Knights dominate in Japan Former Wallabies coach Robbie Deans' Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights have crashed home 10 tries in a 70-12 win to consolidate top spot in Japan Rugby League One.
AAP · Jan 19, 2024 Wallabies' Cup review complete as Schmidt era begins With a new coach at the helm, Rugby Australia are mulling over the release of a freshly delivered review into the Wallabies' woeful World Cup showing.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 19, 2024 Steve Borthwick says English rugby has turned a corner, but has it really? The England coach sees cause for optimism at domestic and international level yet it is too early to claim everything is rosy
Top News · Jan 19, 2024 Joe Schmidt appointed as new Wallabies head coach by Rugby Australia Rugby Australia announces Joe Schmidt as the new Wallabies head coach, bringing his extensive experience and success from coaching Ireland and New Zealand.