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What did we learn from the first Welsh derby of the URC season?

Cardiff began the URC season with a 21-15 derby victory over Scarlets, who showed their attacking threat, while an international pair impressed. Iestyn Rhys-Thomas analyses the contest.

Zoe Harrison converted try in added time wins thriller

Red Roses beat Black Ferns 26-19 to return to winning ways

England returned to winning ways in dramatic fashion as Zoe Harrison’s converted try with the clock in the red sealed a thrilling 26-19 victory over New Zealand at Allianz Stadium.

Perfect starts put to the test, Friday night lights and first wins on the mind in National League Rugby

As the curtain comes down on the first month of the season, 100 per cent starts go under the spotlight, Friday night rugby takes centre stage in National Two East, and winless sides hunt for that elusive victory.

Big scorelines, a debut win and a statement from the champions - BUCS Super Rugby is back

BUCS Super Rugby returned on Wednesday with all the drama, tries and tribalism that make it such a spectacle. TRU's Adam Gaston wraps up the action.

TRU's 'Ones to Watch' as Red Roses prepare for Black Ferns test

New Zealand are England’s nearest challengers at the top of the world rankings, but TRU’s Elizabeth Cartwright has highlighted three 'game changers' that could give the Red Roses the edge.

Latest Rugby News

Tom Pearson has signed a new Northampton Saints contract after helping the club win two Gallagher PREM titles in three seasons.

Tom Pearson signs new Northampton Saints deal

The Nations Championship Hemisphere Shield has been unveiled ahead of a 9-9 North-South battle culminating at Finals Weekend in London.

Hemisphere Shield unveiled for Nations Championship

Jack Willis has been named Top 14 Player of the Year for a second straight season after helping Toulouse win a fourth consecutive title.

Jack Willis retains Top 14 Player of the Year Award

Rassie Erasmus says South Africa gained valuable World Cup insight despite a 42-38 defeat to an improving Wallabies side in Perth.

Rassie Erasmus sees value in Wallabies defeat

Unique to TRU

Pro D2 Notes: Four Rounds In, and This Week Could Tell Us Plenty

Bigger and bolder than ever before - BUCS Super Rugby returns

The TRU View: National Two North’s leading trio lay down early markers

A new broadcast home for BUCS Super Rugby - and a journey TRU has followed closely

National League Rugby

Mike Brown set to leave Esher for Loughborough role in 2027

Podcasts & Video

Rassie Has Seen Enough - Boks Change Course For Cape Town

Emerging Talent

Darlington Mowden Park and Newcastle Red Bulls - Striking the balance between ambition and realism

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

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

Women's Rugby

Sarah Bern is included in England line up for the game against New Zealand

University Rugby

Scottish Rugby

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

TRU Xtra

Fiji and Hong Kong China meet in the WXV Global Series Challenger after remarkable opening-round comebacks

Rugby Mash powered by sponsors

What’s next for South Africa following their series win against the All Blacks?

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