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World Rugby’s self-reinforcement on concussion is a problem for the sport

The latest conference, dominated by sceptics of recent research, will do nothing to bring clarity to the CTE debate

The Guardian - UK

England warned ahead of time-wasting crackdown by referees in Autumn Nations Series

England will be warned this week that Test referees are prepared to penalise time wasting in the Autumn Nations Series.

Evening Standard

Scotland beware: Vern Cotter has Fiji well-drilled and ready for fight - Martin Hannan

The World Rugby official rankings for the men’s international game made interesting reading when they were updated on Monday. There in sixth place…

The National (Scotland)

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World Cup fans help vulnerable girls play rugby

As girls across NZ are captured by the Rugby World Cup, and Black Ferns role models, girls in vulnerable communities throughout the Pacific are being given a chance to pick up an oval ball.

Newsroom.co.nz

Women’s Rugby World Cup a stepping stone rather than final destination

This year’s Women’s Rugby World Cup is the first to feature teams of professionals and the queues of locals of all ages in New Zealand provide an encouraging snapshot

The Guardian - UK

How the Black Ferns can beat France

Rain, rain, go away, Black Ferns fans will be singing, to help the home side blast past defence queens France, and into the Rugby World Cup final, Suzanne McFadden discovers.

Newsroom.co.nz

Wāhine toa of the north

With thousands of fans expected to pour into Whangārei's Northland Events Centre today for the RWC quarterfinals, Adam Julian looks back at the proud history of women's rugby in the north.

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Wallaroos tap into professional mindset for World Cup clash with England

Australia believe they are amateur in name only as the team begins to click ahead of their quarter-final in Auckland this weekend

The Guardian - AU

A new consensus? Change in the air as concussion conference begins

Much is at stake as the sixth International Consensus Conference on Concussion in Sport gets under way in Amsterdam

The Guardian - UK

Steve Tandy cool over Finn Russell returning to Scotland squad

Finn Russell’s exploits for Racing 92 over the weekend seem to have attracted only a passing glance from the Scotland coaching team, and while the…

The National (Scotland)

Fitzpatrick could be talisman for Black Ferns

As the Black Ferns graduate to the quarterfinals of the Rugby World Cup, selections are crystallising for coach Wayne Smith. And Theresa Fitzpatrick may have claimed the No.12 jersey.

Newsroom.co.nz

Black Ferns pioneer now rating the world's refs

One of the first Black Ferns and a trailblazing ref, Nicky Inwood is playing a crucial role at this Rugby World Cup - rating the referees. Adam Julian reports.

Newsroom.co.nz

What a difference a decade makes for women

From being 'invisible' a decade ago, women's rugby is finally on a roll, Toni Bruce finds in her research into what Rugby World Cups mean to Kiwis.

Newsroom.co.nz

Tears shed as men fall for women's rugby

Witnessing the Black Ferns' magic has made dyed-in-the-wool men's rugby aficionado Jim Kayes fall for the women's game at this Rugby World Cup. And he's not alone, he writes.

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Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as Josh Adams doubt emerges hours after squad announcement and French move for Wales captain and coach

The latest rugby headlines from Wales and beyond today

Newsroom.co.nz

The sisters Black Ferns are lucky to have

Black Ferns coach Wayne Smith sings the praises of sisters Alana and Chelsea Bremner, but laments his team's lack of discipline, after they storm into the quarterfinals of the Rugby World Cup

Wales Online

Former Wales captain warns rugby 'is on a cliff edge' and World Rugby must step in

Issues are piling up for the sport on different fronts

Newsroom.co.nz

From Oamaru to Irish rugby captaincy - and home

How did a Kiwi-Samoan girl from Oamaru end up leading the Irish women's rugby team? Ashley Stanley talks to Sene Naoupu about her incredible career on and off the field.

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The Guardian - UK

Latest McCrory retractions leave sport facing a reckoning over concussion

Dr Paul McCrory’s work shaped concussion policy across global sport for the past 20 years – but organisations have been misled

Newsroom.co.nz

Savvy sevens stars balance out green Black Ferns

The Black Ferns' scarcity of test caps may have left them exposed in an emotional Rugby World Cup opener, Jim Kayes writes. But their experienced sevens stars who've come to the rescue.

The Guardian - UK

Steve Thompson’s film should make rugby sit up and listen. But will it?

Drake Foundation hopes World Cup winner’s film leads to a much-needed reduction in the cumulative intensity of impacts

Wales Online

Today's rugby headlines as Dan Biggar injury update issued after worrying exit

The latest rugby news from Wales and beyond

Newsroom.co.nz

Could magical moment in sport ignite new era?

A thrilling Black Ferns' win and a record-smashing crowd to open the Rugby World Cup should kickstart a new era for the game - and for women's sport, Suzanne McFadden reports.

Wales Online

Nigel Owens: My new job in rugby and the illegal trend we've already spotted

The world renowned referee has taken up a new job within the URC and outlines exactly what it involves

Newsroom.co.nz

All you need to know: The Rugby World Cup

It's time! After five years' wait, the Rugby World Cup finally gets underway at Eden Park today. Here's our guide to get you started on the five-week tournament in Aotearoa.

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