The Latest Breaking News from World Rugby

Rugby’s ‘escort’ crackdown prompts disgruntled Borthwick to change tack

Shape of the game has tilted significantly since the latest law tweak that risks tactical monotony and a lack of charm

The Guardian - UK · Nov 15, 2024

Brett Robinson, once a Wallaby, is now at rugby's helm

Former Wallaby Brett Robinson has been elected as the chair of World Rugby, the first official from the Southern Hemisphere to take the reins of the sport.

AAP · Nov 14, 2024

Popham Hopes New World Rugby Chairman Heralds New Dawn In Concussion Issue

Former Wales flanker Alix Popham has told AFP he hopes the new chairman of World Rugby will push for the changes required to prevent players from suffering the long-term effects of successive head injuries, as he has done.

International Business Times · Nov 13, 2024

Women’s World Cup has the hallmarks of gamechanger for rugby union

Talking to World Rugby’s Sally Horrox is also to sense energy and momentum as England prepare to host the tournament

The Guardian - UK · Oct 22, 2024

Rugby’s 20-minute red card to be trialled in upcoming Autumn Nations Series

Ireland and France opposed the new law over player safety concerns while Premiership coaches wanted changes to keep players on the field

The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2024

Martin Hannan: World Rugby’s law changes approved - but is time on our side?

There's several changes to World Rugby in the pipeline.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 16, 2024

Rugby's Red Card Rift Splitting Opinions Across The World

Rugby union has been adept at law trial for decades, but the proposition to bring 20-minute red cards into the game was a point of disagreement between leading players on Tuesday.

International Business Times · Oct 16, 2024

Lawyer leading brain injury lawsuit under investigation over player recruitment

The former Wasps prop Will Green accuses Rylands Garth firm of pressuring him to lie about having dementia

The Guardian - UK · Oct 15, 2024

England defy Canada to secure 20th straight win and clinch WXV 1 title

England defeated Canada 21-12 in the WXV 1 final in Vancouver with the Red Roses extending their winning streak to 20 with a three-try comeback victory

The Guardian - AU · Oct 13, 2024

London emerges as ‘strong possibility’ to host Nations Championship after Qatar bid turned down

The inagural edition of World Rugby’s new competition is set to be held in 2026

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2024