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How Red Roses star Abby Dow emerged from sister’s shadow to become England’s wing wonder

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: As she prepares to win her 50th cap, Dow opens up to Harry Latham-Coyle about dreading game day, studying the world’s best wings and how being the youngest sibling shaped her rugby journey

The Independent UK

Four milestones add extra spice to Reds-Brumbies derby

Two players will rack up 100 games for their state, while another two 50 each in a special Queensland versus ACT Brumbies Super Rugby Pacific derby.

AAP

Bennett delivers special message to Perth NRL fans

The chances of Perth having its own NRL franchise appear to be getting smaller by the day, but Rabbitohs coach Wayne Bennett is optimistic a deal can be struck.

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Traded like assets, expected to be loyal: the unique double standard of being an Australian footy player

Few issues in Australian sport generate as much media noise or emotional fan reactions as player movement, especially in our major winter codes the National Rugby League (NRL) and Australian Football League (AFL).

The Conversation

Robinson can't see Manu returning to Roosters this year

If Joey Manu returns to Australia this year, Trent Robinson doesn't believe it'll be at the Sydney Roosters where he became an NRL star across 181 games.

AAP

McKellar says no as Kiss firms as next Wallabies coach

NSW Waratahs mentor and ex-Wallabies assistant coach Dan McKellar says he isn't in the mix to replace Joe Schmidt at the helm of the Australian national team.

AAP

Rugby wants cash to keep stars after losing TV exposure

Rugby Australia CEO Phil Waugh says the organisation has prioritised retaining its talent, with a broadcast deal that has no Super Rugby games on free-to-air.

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Door open for Kiss to coach share Wallabies, Reds roles

Phil Waugh says he wants to keep Joe Schmidt involved with the Wallabies and could allow the next coach to job share with a Super Rugby Pacific club.

AAP

Saints’ Dowson says English clubs hampered by ‘dysfunctional’ schedule

Director wants fewer club games in the international window while Cardiff are on the brink of entering administration

The Guardian - UK

NRL takeover of Super League depends on keeping French sides

Any potential deal for the NRL to take control of Super League depends on the continued presence of French clubs in the British game

The Guardian - UK

Cardiff set to enter administration in latest Welsh rugby crisis

The Welsh Rugby Union is poised to step in to support the capital club

The Independent UK

France allowed 'major failures' in finances of 2023 Rugby World Cup, watchdog says

"Major failures" in the French government's oversight of the 2023 Rugby World Cup led to heavy financial losses and left the French Rugby Federation in difficulty, the state's financial watchdog said on Tuesday.

Radio France Internationale

Premiership clubs’ European debacle illustrates growing French strength

Four English clubs conceded 215 points on a calamitous weekend with French clubs poised to improve further

The Guardian - UK

Lower rugby tackle height linked to drop in head collisions – study

Researchers used video analysis to study 18,702 tackles.

Evening Standard

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Why Wallabies prop almost rang the Bell on rugby career

Wallabies prop Angus Bell has revealed he almost retired last year as he prepares to join the NSW 50-game club in the Waratahs' home clash with the Chiefs.

International Business Times

France Have 'Great Chance' Against New Zealand Despite Weakened Side: Ex-All Black Cruden

Former New Zealand fly-half Aaron Cruden believes France will pose a serious threat to the All Blacks in July despite sending a depleted outfit on this year's three-Test tour.

The Guardian - UK

World Rugby finds no medical evidence to outlaw 7-1 bench splits

World Rugby insists there is no evidence that 7-1 bench splits will lead to more injuries and the governing body has no current plans to outlaw the tactic as a result

The Independent UK

Why English clubs are struggling in the Champions Cup

The Premiership provides just one of the remaining eight clubs in the continental competition

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The Independent UK

Parachutist left dangling from rugby stadium roof after crash

A parachutist was left dangling from a rugby stadium roof after crashing in France ahead of Sale's Champions Cup on Sunday, 6 April.

The Independent UK

Wales great Dan Biggar to retire from rugby at end of season

The fly half won 112 caps for Wales before retiring from international rugby after the 2023 World Cup

AAP

Ex-Sevens star Leo relishes league return with Storm

Melbourne rookie Moses Leo's winding road to his NRL debut makes an interesting story.

AAP

Aussie Singapore Sevens slip before world championships

Australia's rugby sevens teams have had a sobering weekend in Singapore, with much work to be done before they shoot for world championship gold in Los Angeles.

AAP

Aussie women win silver, Fiji men Singapore 7s gold

Australia's women's side have been beaten by New Zealand in a World Rugby Sevens final for the second time in as many weeks, going down 31-7 in Singapore.

AAP

Waratahs, Reds to clash in Super Rugby Women's decider

The Reds are eyeing their first Super Rugby Women's title after an amazing 54-40 semi-final win over Fijian Drua to set up a clash with the NSW Waratahs.

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Wallabies lock Philip returning home, joins Waratahs

After another stint off-shore, Wallabies lock Matt Philip is returning to Australia through to the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

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