The Latest Breaking News from Rugby

Wallabies out to continue Brisbane streak

Australia can clinch their rugby Test series against England 2-0 with victory in Brisbane as Taniela Tupou shapes as a key addition for the hosts.

AAP · Jul 8, 2022

Scott Morrison signals interest in joining Australian Rugby League Commission

Former prime minister Scott Morrison has approached key figures inside rugby league about joining the game's governing board.

ABC News · Jul 7, 2022

Young Wales scrum-half leading U20s resurgence doesn't even have a contract for next season

His coach described him as 'outstanding' after one of the pool games

Wales Online · Jul 7, 2022

Tragedy as 'amazing' and 'cheeky' rugby player drowns in hotel swimming pool on family holiday

Ben Woods, from Leigh, died while on holiday in Cyprus

Manchester Evening News · Jul 7, 2022

Bristol Bears star Charles Piutau left out by Tonga after star showing on debut

Tonga face Samoa in the Pacific Nations Cup on Saturday

Bristol Post · Jul 7, 2022

Sharron Davies launches impassioned tirade slamming RFU over transgender stance

Former British swimming star Sharron Davies criticised the RFU for “putting female athletes in danger” by refusing to adopt a stricter policy against transgender athletes

Daily Mirror · Jul 7, 2022

Ireland selection of Sexton deemed a ‘failing’ of concussion protocols

Progressive Rugby, the lobby group for improved treatment of brain injuries in the sport, has condemned the selection of Johnny Sexton for Ireland’s second Test against New Zealand

The Guardian - UK · Jul 7, 2022

Johnny Sexton’s Ireland selection raises concern with safety campaigners

The fly-half has been cleared to play after failing an on-pitch assessment in the first Test.

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2022

Rugby League World Cup kick-off 100 days away with England v Samoa at St James' Park

World Cup organisers hope to sell out Newcastle United's stadium when England take on Samoa, one of four Rugby League World Cup games in the city

Chronicle Live · Jul 7, 2022

Today's rugby news as Wayne Pivac shows his hand, Habana lauds Wales star and England name shock team

The latest rugby stories from the Wales tour and beyond today

Wales Online · Jul 7, 2022