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Ma'a Nonu joined San Diego Legion in 2020

San Diego Legion announce re-signing of All Blacks legend Ma'a Nonu

San Diego Legion announced the re-signing of All Blacks legend Ma'a Nonu ahead of the 2024 season.

Major League Rugby now have 11 teams ahead of the 2024 season

Rugby New York joins Toronto Arrows in Major League Rugby exit

Rugby New York becomes the latest team to withdraw themselves from the upcoming 2024 season of Major League Rugby.

Toronto Arrows reached the semi-finals in the 2019 season

Canada's Toronto Arrows to not compete in 2024 Major League Rugby season

Canada's only side in the Major Rugby League Toronto Arrows has withdrawn from the competition for the upcoming 2024 season.

New England to bring in Pom Simona to provide ‘spark’ in title defence

After being unveiled as an assistant coach with the New England Free Jacks, Pom Simona spoke to TRU about what he is looking to bring to Major League Rugby.

Thomas Grant – Meet the Kiwi hoping to be the voice of North American rugby

With hopes of being one of the lead commentators in Major League Rugby next season, Thomas Grant spoke to TRU about his journey from New Zealand to North America.

Exclusive – Why Wayne van der Bank has ‘fallen back in love with rugby’ in New England

Enjoying an impressive debut season with the New England Free Jacks in Major League Rugby, Wayne van der Bank spoke to TRU about falling back in love with rugby in America and ambitions for the 2023 season.

Harry Bennett Exclusive - The former New York fly-half carving rugby futures at UCLA

After retiring from professional rugby earlier this year to take charge of UCLA’s rugby programme, former Rugby New York fly-half, Harry Bennett, spoke to TRU’s Joe Harvey about the challenges he faces in California and bridging the gap between university and professional rugby in the USA.

Nehe Milner-Skudder Exclusive: ‘I had all my identity wrapped up in being this All Black’

Now playing his rugby in Major League Rugby for Rugby New York, former All Black back Nehe Milner-Skudder is looking to put several years of injury behind him and spoke to TRU about his return to fitness, rugby in America and more.

Exclusive: Aaron Jarvis talks about the Dallas Jackals’ potential and Wales

Ahead of the Dallas Jackals’ Major League Rugby debut, TRU's Joe Harvey spoke to the team’s assistant coach and former Wales international Aaron Jarvis about his new challenge and how his nation are shaping up for the Six Nations.

Exclusive: Championship a ‘step up’ for journeyman Steven Longwell

Jersey Reds tighthead prop Steven Longwell spoke to TRU’s Joe Harvey about his route to the Championship via America, Italy and his native Scotland.

Henry Trinder Exclusive: My debt to Gloucester, being at Ampthill and the American Dream

Henry Trinder discusses his upcoming move to Major League Rugby, his stint with Ampthill and his gratefulness to Gloucester.

Dan Kriel has signed a contract from 2022 to 2024

Lions centre Dan Kriel signed by Seattle Seawolves

Lions centre Dan Kriel is set to make his debut in the Major League Rugby after signed by Seattle Seawolves.

Ruben de Haas Exclusive: “If you are not winning, you will never be satisfied.”

Ahead of an encounter with Ireland at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin, USA Eagles’ scrum-half spoke to TRU's Joe Harvey about his career so far, returning home and his hopes for this weekend before he joins up with Saracens.

David Ainu’u Exclusive: The Eagles’ superstar prop ahead of a return to Twickenham

Having lifted the Champions Cup with Toulouse in May, the USA prop is back at England HQ as the Eagles prepare to face Eddie Jones' side.

Chris Robshaw Q&A Exclusive: Playing in MLR and life in America

In her latest Q&A session for Talking Rugby Union, Elizabeth Cartwright speaks to Chris Robshaw about his move over to America and playing in Major League Rugby.

Stan South Exclusive: “I didn’t want to be holding a pad for the rest of my life”

Prior to hosting Rugby United New York this weekend, Old Glory DC lock Stan South spoke to TRU’s Joe Harvey about life in MLR so far, the past year of his career and his hopes for the rest of this season.

Exclusive: Sean McNulty on the LA Giltinis adventure

LA Giltinis hooker Sean McNulty spoke to TRU’s Joe Harvey about the team’s start to life in Major League Rugby, playing with legendary Wallabies, Nicole Scherzinger and stepping out at the SoFi Stadium this weekend.

Joe Harvey Column: A summer of rugby like no other

Following the announcement of England’s summer internationals, TRU’s resident North American, Joe Harvey, looks at the positives and negatives for England, the USA and Canada.

Sebastian de Chaves Exclusive: Success on the field will make us Austin’s team

Ahead of a Texas Cup clash against Houston SaberCats, the Austin Gilgronis’ Sebastian de Chaves spoke to TRUs Joe Harvey about life in the USA and his hopes for this season.

Major League Rugby: Crop of Scots getting ready to live the American dream

The new MLR season begins this weekend and Gary Heatly has looked at the Scottish connections dotted across the league ahead of the 2021 campaign.

Matt Giteau played 103 Tests for Australia between 2002 and 2016

Major League Rugby side LA Giltinis secure signing of former Australia star Matt Giteau

Major League Rugby side the LA Giltinis has confirmed the signing of former Australia international Matt Giteau on a one-year deal.

James the Jackal ready to live US dream

James Malcolm believes the experiences he has gone through with Glasgow Warriors, Doncaster Knights and London Scottish in recent years will help him as he steps out of his comfort zone to move to Dallas in a few months’ time.

Zack Test - The Eagle that went to Loughborough

Zack Test experienced university rugby in England during his time at Loughborough and now the San Diego Legion coach hopes the system in the USA can follow suit by producing players who are ready to take the next step.

Lee Radford's new challenge in rugby union with the Dallas Jackals

Lee Radford has been associated with rugby league for the past 23 years, but now he is making his steps in rugby union over in the USA.

From BUCS to MLR - Adrian Wadden is hoping to make an impact at the Arrows

After three seasons wearing the purple of Leeds Beckett University, Adrian Wadden has returned to Canada in order to represent the Toronto Arrows in Major League Rugby.

Chris Robshaw on his move to San Diego Legion

After the announcement last week that Harlequins and England stalwart Chris Robshaw would be joining Major League Rugby side San Diego Legion, Joe Harvey spoke to the flanker about his move to California.

Andrew Durutalo on getting ready for life after rugby

Having played rugby professionally with Ealing, Worcester and the Sunwolves in his career, Andrew Durutalo moved back to America mid-season to take up a role with USI Insurance Services in Seattle.

Chris Robshaw has played 66 Tests for England

Former England skipper Chris Robshaw to feature in MLR

Former England skipper Chris Robshaw is set to make his debut in the Major League Rugby after he was signed by San Diego Legion for the 2021 and 2022 seasons.

TRU Talks - Ross Neal

In the latest edition of TRU Talks, Joe Harvey speaks with former Wasps and London Irish player Ross Neal about his time in Major League Rugby.

The changing face of college rugby with Colton Cariaga

With the first ever Major League Rugby Draft just over a day away, TRU's Joe Harvey has spoken to Life University Men’s Rugby head coach, Colton Cariaga about the process.

New York's Greg McWilliams on the continued improvement of rugby in the USA

This Saturday will see the very first Major League Rugby Draft take place and Rugby United New York Coach Greg McWilliams shared his thoughts with TRU.

MLR: Updates from North America

It has been two and a half months since TRU has provided an update of the goings on in Major League Rugby, so Joe Harvey has done just that.

Mark Winokur on Building the Toronto Arrows

When the Toronto Arrows were inducted into Major League Rugby, it marked a changing in the tide for the sport in Canada.

Dave Clancy - Developing America

The University of California, Los Angeles has a rich rugby history and Joe Harvey caught up with Dave Clancy, the man who is now charged with taking UCLA forward.

Blaine Scully: We have a lot of things we need to work on

When Blaine Scully was replaced after only 20 minutes in the USA’s final 2019 World Cup pool stage fixture, little did the wing know that would be the final time he would step out on a rugby field as a player.

Major League Rugby suspended until 2021

Major League Rugby becomes the latest rugby tournament to be suspended due to the outbreak of the coronavirus.

MLR 2020: Week Four

After another weekend in which there were surprises, great tries and legends of the game in action, Talking Rugby Union’s Joe Harvey brings you the latest from Major League Rugby.

MLR 2020: Week Three

The opening two weekends have provided thrills, spills and so much more. Quite frankly, week three was no different. With each side in the league so evenly matched, there is no certainty of one of the leagues perceived stronger sides coming away with four or five points.

Mtawarira is the big star in Washington, but Mason is making his mark in MLR

There are home debuts and then there are home debuts - and Mungo Mason had a “monster game” last weekend for Washington-based Old Glory DC, according to the experts who pick the Major League Rugby (MLR) team of the week.