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Scarlets appoint Brad Harrington as high performance consultant for 2026-27 season

Brad Harrington returns to Scarlets as High Performance Consultant

Lucio Cinti of Argentina starts at outside centre

Argentina name four debutants for Springboks clash

All Blacks legend Ma’a Nonu is named on the Sharks bench for their historic Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry clash against New Zealand

Ma'a Nonu named for Sharks-All Blacks clash

Blues sign 23-year-old halfback Nic Shearer for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season

Blues sign Nic Shearer for 2027 season

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Why Dublin Remains One of Rugby’s Great Cities

Why Dublin Remains One of Rugby’s Great Cities

From Montevideo to Australia: What the Nations Cup Numbers Mean for RWC 2027

From Montevideo to Australia: What the Nations Cup Numbers Mean for RWC 2027

Valencia to Calais: A Rugby Road Trip

Valencia to Calais: A Rugby Road Trip

Iberian Contrast: Why Portugal’s Numbers Have The Edge On Spain Ahead Of The Autumn

Iberian Contrast: Why Portugal’s Numbers Have The Edge On Spain Ahead Of The Autumn

 

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Premiership Rugby's New Arms Race Isn’t on the Pitch; it's in the Boardroom

Premiership Rugby's New Arms Race Isn’t on the Pitch; it's in the Boardroom

Mapping the Champ: How Geography Will Shape the 2026-27 Season

Mapping the Champ: How Geography Will Shape the 2026-27 Season

Red Roses' Sadia Kabeya

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National League Rugby

Fylde at Kirkby Lonsdale in August 2018

The Long Road Starts Here: National League Rugby Clubs Are Back To Work

National League Rugby clubs have returned to pre-season training, with squads rebuilding fitness, systems and belief.

Pre-Season Hell: What National League Clubs are Learning

Pre-Season Hell: What National League Clubs are Learning

A sharp look at National League rugby pre-season, from bleep tests and hill reps to smarter training, contact conditioning and injury prevention.

Opinion: Tarleton RUFC’s 2026/27 season is the kind of fixture list that makes grassroots rugby worth following

Opinion: Tarleton RUFC’s 2026/27 season is the kind of fixture list that makes grassroots rugby worth following

Tarleton RUFC’s 2026/27 fixtures offer a reminder of what makes grassroots rugby special.

Opinion: Sedgley Park's relegation hurts, but the foundations for a quick return are already there

Opinion: Sedgley Park's relegation hurts, but the foundations for a quick return are already there

After relegation from National One, Sedgley Park reset for another promotion push with continuity, experience and history on their side.

Johnson relishing Twickenham return as Lancashire reignite county fire

Johnson relishing Twickenham return as Lancashire reignite county fire

Lancashire captain Chris Johnson reflects on their return to the Bill Beaumont County Championship Division 1 final as well as Heath's historic promotion to National Two North.

National 1 Accession Final Preview: Will Birmingham Moseley or Oundle be heading to the third tier?

National 1 Accession Final Preview: Will Birmingham Moseley or Oundle be heading to the third tier?

A clash of rugby stalwarts and ambitious new challengers awaits as Birmingham Moseley face Oundle for a place in National One.

National One Play-Off Preview: Blackheath and Plymouth Albion lock horns for shot at Champ Rugby

National One Play-Off Preview: Blackheath and Plymouth Albion lock horns for shot at Champ Rugby

The National One Promotion Play-Off is arguably the biggest game in the country, with Blackheath taking on Plymouth Albion.

National Two Promotion Play-Offs: Birmingham Moseley welcome Luctonians, Tynedale host Oundle

National Two Promotion Play-Offs: Birmingham Moseley welcome Luctonians, Tynedale host Oundle

Birmingham Moseley look to preserve their National One status, while Tynedale, Oundle and Luctonians target a place in the third tier.

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Jimmy Staples and England ready for physically demanding semi-final against hard-edged South Africa

Jimmy Staples and England ready for physically demanding semi-final against hard-edged South Africa

‘Time to put our best foot forward’: Nick Lilley on England's U20 hopes, different environments and Exeter's shift in mentality

‘Time to put our best foot forward’: Nick Lilley on England's U20 hopes, different environments and Exeter's shift in mentality

Brunel stun league champions Hartpury as Loughborough's men set up final against Bath

Brunel stun league champions Hartpury as Loughborough's men set up final against Bath

Meet Isaac Mears, the Bath scrum-half who has enjoyed a memorable few weeks

Meet Isaac Mears, the Bath scrum-half who has enjoyed a memorable few weeks

“I’ve got a smile on my face every time I play” - Harlequins rising star Sarah Parry

“I’ve got a smile on my face every time I play” - Harlequins rising star Sarah Parry

Bath create history by securing first-ever BUCS Super Rugby league title

Bath create history by securing first-ever BUCS Super Rugby league title

 

Women's Rugby

John Mitchell names a 40-player Red Roses squad as England begin preparations for the WXV Global Series.

Red Roses name 40-Player WXV squad

Women's Rugby Chose Different Sponsors - Was That the Smartest Decision Either Code Has Made?

Women's Rugby Chose Different Sponsors - Was That the Smartest Decision Either Code Has Made?

Emily Scarratt commits to Red Roses as Red Roses Attack Coach for the next Rugby World Cup cycle

Emily Scarratt takes full-time England role

Springbok Women confirm 2026 Tests against USA, New Zealand, Italy and Ireland

Springbok Women confirm Test schedule

JAECOO becomes title partner of Premiership Women’s Rugby, with the league rebranded as JAECOO PWR from 2026/27.

JAECOO named Premiership Women's Rugby title partner

?Barbarians Women finalise their squad to face Wales at Allianz Stadium to be played on 27th June

Barbarians Women complete squad to face Wales

University Rugby

BUCS Super Rugby pathway proves its worth (again) after Bath success and exciting England Students squad

BUCS Super Rugby pathway proves its worth (again) after Bath success and exciting England Students squad

Third time's a charm for Loughborough and Williams in Women’s BUCS Super Rugby final

Third time's a charm for Loughborough and Williams in Women’s BUCS Super Rugby final

Men's BUCS Super Rugby Final: Bath clinch league and cup double with victory over Loughborough

Men's BUCS Super Rugby Final: Bath clinch league and cup double with victory over Loughborough

'This is the gold medal - this is the one' - Dream endings and history on the line on BUCS Super Rugby finals day

'This is the gold medal - this is the one' - Dream endings and history on the line on BUCS Super Rugby finals day

Scottish Rugby

Ollie Blyth-Lafferty is the 'exceptional prospect' who Scotland fans can be excited about

Ollie Blyth-Lafferty is the 'exceptional prospect' who Scotland fans can be excited about

Scotland’s World Cup exit signals change but also opportunity

Scotland’s World Cup exit signals change but also opportunity

Rhona Lloyd: 'Six months ago, I didn’t know if I’d go to the World Cup - Now I have a smile on my face again'

Rhona Lloyd: 'Six months ago, I didn’t know if I’d go to the World Cup - Now I have a smile on my face again'

Flag day for Molly Wright: Scotland star celebrated for 'hard work' and 'enthusiasm'

Flag day for Molly Wright: Scotland star celebrated for 'hard work' and 'enthusiasm'

 
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Dewaldt Duvenage will make his final Stormers appearance against the All Blacks before moving into a full-time coaching role.

Dewaldt Duvenage set for final Stormers match

Former England fly-half Freddie Burns retires after a career featuring five Test caps and Leicester’s dramatic 2022 Prem title.

Freddie Burns retires from rugby

All Blacks lose Wallace Sititi to illness before the Stormers clash, with Anton Segner starting and Peter Lakai moving to No.8.

New Zealand lose Wallace Sititi for Stormers clash

France full-back Thomas Ramos will leave Toulouse for Racing 92 on a three-year contract ahead of the 2027-28 Top 14 season.

Thomas Ramos to leave Toulouse for Racing 92

Siya Kolisi makes a return to the South African line up

Siya Kolisi leads South Africa returns against Argentina

Fiji squad

Newcastle sign Fiji hooker Zuriel Togiatama

World Rugby confirms the referees and match officials for the 2026 Springboks-All Blacks series in South Africa and Baltimore.

Referees named for Springboks-All Blacks series

All Blacks coach Dave Rennie

New Zealand lose George Bell to injury

Sione Fukofuka steps down as Scotland women’s head coach due to personal reasons

Sione Fukofuka leaves Scotland role

Northampton Saints sign Italy international tight-head prop Ion Neculai from Zebre Parma ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Northampton Saints sign Ion Neculai

Codie Taylor says the All Blacks are excited to face South African teams again after six years away from traditional tours.

Codie Taylor relishes epic tour of South Africa

Rotherham Titans sign experienced tight-head prop Corrie Barrett ahead of the 2026/27 season at Clifton Lane.

Rotherham Titans sign Corrie Barrett

Quade Cooper says he never retired and remains interested in a Wallabies comeback for the home Rugby World Cup.

Quade Cooper eyes Wallabies World Cup comeback

The All Blacks in the UK in 2015

All Blacks Name 44-Strong Squad for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Tour

Bulls prop Lizo Gqoboka retires at 36 after a remarkable career featuring two Springbok caps and over a decade at Loftus.

Lizo Gqoboka retires from rugby

Siya Kolisi returns to the South African squad

Springboks welcome back stars for Argentina Test

Scarlets insist they will remain at the heart of west Wales after WRU plans left them battling Ospreys for survival.

Scarlets vow to fight for West Wales future

Julian Savea has been appointed head coach of Mahurangi Rugby Club after his NPC season with Wellington

Julian Savea named Mahurangi head coach

Sale Sharks Director of Rugby Alex Sanderson

Nathan Jibulu signs long-term Sale deal

Western Force re-sign utility back Taj Annan on a two-year deal after his first season with the Super Rugby club.

Western Force re-sign Taj Annan

Kieran Read says young All Blacks players face a tough challenge on New Zealand’s traditional South Africa tour.

Kieran Read warns young All Blacks ahead of South African tour

The Welsh Rugby Union confirms one men’s professional team will be cut from 2028/29

WRU to cut one Welsh team from 2028/29

Samoa rugby faces a major crisis after the government withdrew support for Lakapi Samoa

Samoa Rugby plunged into governance crisis

Scottish Rugby dismisses CEO Alex Williamson after an independent investigation found his conduct fell below expected standards.

Scottish Rugby sacks chief executive Alex Williamson

The Recreation Ground

Will Roue signs first Bath contract

Rassie Erasmus refuses to reveal Springboks tactics for the All Blacks series as South Africa weigh kicking and running options.

Rassie Erasmus keeps All Blacks plans under wraps

Joe Schmidt joins Ulster Rugby as Coach Development Advisor, supporting coaching pathways across academy, schools, clubs and province.

Joe Schmidt joins Ulster Coaching Pathway

Joe Schmidt is set to join Ulster Rugby in a consultancy role focused on supporting age-grade coach development.

Joe Schmidt set for Ulster consultancy role

Scarlets have confirmed that experienced tight-head prop Henry Thomas has extended his contract

Henry Thomas extends Scarlets contract

Northampton Saints will kick-start the PREM campaign with a clash against Newcastle Red Bulls

Gallagher PREM 2026/27 fixtures revealed

Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter

Exeter Chiefs sign Archie McArthur

Brad Mooar will leave the Crusaders to become Fijian Drua head coach for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season.

Brad Mooar to join Fijian Drua as Head Coach

Ardie Savea will miss the early non-Test matches of New Zealand’s South Africa tour

Ardie Savea to miss early All Blacks Tour Games

Brave Lupus have confirmed a coaching change ahead of the new Japan Rugby League One season

Brave Lupus replace Todd Blackadder as head coach

Ma’a Nonu joins the Sharks in a mentorship role to help develop the Durban club’s young players.

Ma'a Nonu joins Sharks in mentorship role

Lyon sign South African playmaker Sanele Nohamba from Shizuoka Blue Revs on a two-year deal

Lyon sign Sanele Nohamba on two-year deal

Queensland Reds sign 16-year-old lock Kaiya Tafea on a three-year development deal

Reds sign teenage lock Kaiya Tafea

Hundreds of former rugby players face a major setback in a brain injury legal case as the High Court considers striking out claims.

Rugby brain injury case faces major setback

Matthew Dalton has joined Japanese League One side Kobelco Kobe Steelers after ending his stint with the Irish province.

Matthew Dalton joins Kobe Steelers

Taufa Funaki signs a new Blues deal through 2028

Taufa Funaki re-signs with Blues

Hunter Paisami is part of the Australian squad

Les Kiss names first Wallabies squad

Noah Caluori is set to miss the start of the new PREM season after wrist surgery

Noah Caluori set to miss PREM start

Joe Carpenter commits to Sale Sharks until 2029, strengthening Alex Sanderson’s long-term project

Sale Sharks Secure Another Piece Of The Puzzle

Tomás Albornoz is under scrutiny after Argentina’s 31-24 loss to England

Under the Microscope: Why Tomas Albornoz Is Facing a Storm of Scrutiny

Saracens have confirmed that Samoan international prop Tietie Tuimauga has re-signed with the club for the 2026/27 season.

Saracens re-sign Tietie Tuimauga

Leigh Halfpenny joins Cardiff Rugby full-time as kicking coach

Leigh Halfpenny joins Cardiff coaching staff

Rassie Erasmus says South Africa are building Springboks squad depth for the 2027 Rugby World Cup

Rassie Erasmus focused on building Springboks depth

Ben Earl questions the Nations Championship format after England complete a brutal three-continent July rugby schedule.

Ben Earl calls for Nations Championship format rethink