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Manuel Vareiro Interview: From social media criticism to climbing to the top

The 21-year-old was part of Portugal’s memorable 2026 Rugby Europe Championship triumph, 12 months on from a difficult period in his young career.

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

The exciting Bath prospect, who has been a driving force in the success of the university side, is hoping to hit one or two more heights this season after captaining England Under-19s.

Quins fall 26-19 to Gloucester at The Stoop

Harlequins were beaten 26-19 by Gloucester in Round 11 of the Gallagher Premiership at The Stoop after surrendering a second-half lead.

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

Exclusive: After being named in the Red Roses' Six Nations squad, centre Sarah Parry continues to excite for Harlequins as they aim for a top-four finish in Premiership Women’s Rugby.

Welsh clubs aim to feed off promising Six Nations campaign as URC clicks back into gear

Following an encouraging Six Nations, Wales’ regions return to the URC hoping to build momentum and push for strong finishes.

Latest Rugby News

Samson Adejimi has signed a one-year contract with Newcastle Red Bulls after impressing during his loan spell from Saracens.

Samson Adejimi signs new Newcastle deal

Gregor Hiddleston extends Glasgow contract

Alex Mann has signed a new long-term Cardiff Rugby contract

Alex Mann signs new long-term Cardiff deal

Connacht fly-half Jack Carty will retire at the end of the season after 231 appearances, 1,260 points and 11 Ireland caps.

Jack Carty to retire at end of season

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Wales focused on 'performance' rather than outcome ahead of Italy test

Bath roar back against Loughborough to take BUCS Super Rugby title race to final day

Lingering questions will only grow if Borthwick’s sweeping selections don’t pay off

Jorn Vögtli and Switzerland eager to build on 'massive moments' in Rugby Europe Championship

National League Rugby

Podcasts & Video

National League Rugby Preview Show | National 2 North | Round 9

Emerging Talent

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

Women's Rugby

England will host Australia, Canada and New Zealand in September as part of the WXV Global Series in a major home Test schedule.

University Rugby

'I’ve absolutely loved it': Former Ulster wing Rory Telfer on his time in BUCS Super Rugby

Scottish Rugby

Scotland’s World Cup exit signals change but also opportunity

TRU Xtra

'Bring large parts of what we did against Scotland and we'll be in the game' - Wales aiming to build in Dublin

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