Welsh Rugby Union was a ‘toxic’ environment, independent report finds The review followed the airing of a BBC programme in January The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2023
WRU’s ‘toxic’ culture of discrimination lambasted by independent panel Welsh rugby’s governing body apologises after accepting panel’s findings of bullying and discrimination The Guardian - UK · Nov 14, 2023
Super League awards: the complete review of the 2023 season Jack Welsby will be box-office material for years to come, Oldham and Warrington were left crying over spilt milk and a tip for 2024 The Guardian - UK · Nov 14, 2023
Welcome to Wayne’s world: Barnes lifts lid on the dark side of refereeing The former referee’s new autobiography is required reading and lays bare some of the more disturbing aspects of modern rugby The Guardian - UK · Nov 14, 2023
NRL cap exemptions for rugby raids will be fair: Abdo NRL boss Andrew Abdo says salary-cap incentives for a raid on rival codes could be implemented without jeopardising a level playing field for all clubs. AAP · Nov 14, 2023
Waratahs commit to RA alignment, Brumbies not so keen Rugby Australia has taken the first step towards centralisation, with New South Wales the first state to commit to an alignment with the governing body. AAP · Nov 13, 2023
Kilmarnock planning to re-install grass pitch at Rugby Park Kilmarnock plans to return to a grass pitch at Rugby Park revealed. The National (Scotland) · Nov 13, 2023
Flag-winning psychologist hired to find Rebels success Melbourne have recruited AFL sports psychologist Andrew Waterson to help their battered Wallabies players and the under-performing Rebels find success. AAP · Nov 12, 2023
Prince Louis ‘is mad’ about rough and tumble hobby that once ‘captured’ this family member’s ‘heart’ The royal youngster isn't afraid to get in on the action GoodToKnow · Nov 11, 2023
On this day in 2015: Stuart Lancaster resigns as England head coach England became the first host nation to be knocked out at the pool stage after a 28-25 defeat to Wales and a 33-13 loss to Australia at Twickenham. The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2023
Glasgow Warriors head coach Franco Smith didn't want Ali Price Edinburgh exit Glasgow Warriors head coach Franco Smith admits he was 'disappointed' to lose Ali Price to Edinburgh. The National (Scotland) · Nov 10, 2023
‘I heard what I heard’ – Tom Curry stands by racism claim against Bongi Mbonambi World Rugby found “insufficient evidence” to back up the England flanker’s claim. The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2023
How South Africa rose to the top of world rugby South Africa's historic 4th Rugby World Cup win was a result of years of planning, left-field thinking, systemic change and a culture of winning. Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber's partnership led to the first black Test captain, Siya Kolisi, lifting the trophy twice. Their revolutionary shake-up of the system opened… The Hindu · Nov 10, 2023
Sports quiz of the week: Chelsea, Cricket World Cup and Champions League Have you been following the big stories in football, rugby league, cricket, boxing, surfing and tennis? The Guardian - UK · Nov 10, 2023
AAP · Nov 9, 2023 Rebels excited to have Tupou in Super Rugby ranks Melbourne's biggest signing Taniela Tupou will be at Super Rugby training early next month, with coach Kevin Foote looking to make the Rebels' scrum a weapon.
AAP · Nov 9, 2023 RA chair McLennan's pitch to remain after 'ugly' Cup Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan has defended the decision to appoint Eddie Jones as Wallabies coach, and argued why he should remain at the helm.
Evening Standard · Nov 8, 2023 What is the 7 in 7 in 7 Challenge? Kevin Sinfield takes on race for MND charities The English rugby star was inspired by best friend Rob Burrow
Evening Standard · Nov 8, 2023 Wayne Barnes exclusive: Rugby World Cup final referee calls on Government to do more to tackle online abuse The English referee, who has since retired from the game, was subjected to online threats after the Paris showpiece
The Guardian - UK · Nov 8, 2023 World Cup final referee Wayne Barnes wants action on ‘vile’ social media abuse The Rugby World Cup final referee, Wayne Barnes, has described social media abuse towards him as “vile” and called for trolls to be held to account.
The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023 Wayne Barnes details how social media abuse ‘crossed the line’ after Rugby World Cup final The record-setting English referee has called for more action to be taken against those sending abuse to officials
Evening Standard · Nov 8, 2023 Rugby World Cup boosts ITV audience numbers, but advertising market 'remains challenging' ITV today cheered the success of the Rugby World Cup in wooing audiences but warned that the advertising market “remains challenging” and is likely to be down 8% for the full year.
The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023 On this day in 2004: Jason Robinson named as England’s first black captain Robinson captained England to a 70-0 victory over Canada at Twickenham where he scored a hat-trick of tries.
The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2023 England ‘unprofessional’ over racism allegation – South Africa’s Bongi Mbonambi World Rugby found ‘insufficient evidence’ to back up Tom Curry’s claim he had a racist slur directed at him by Mbonambi.
The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2023 Bongi Mbonambi accuses England of being ‘unprofessional’ after allegation of racial slur England flanker Tom Curry accused South Africa hooker Mbonambi of calling him a ‘white c***’ during the World Cup semi-final
The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2023 England announce return of ‘A team’ and reveal date of Portugal clash England’s second-string side will return to action as head coach Steve Borthwick bids to build greater depth