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Garry Ringrose could be one of the player to watch out for this year

Four Players Who Could Define the Rest of 2026

Aaron Wainwright, Zander Fagerson, Garry Ringrose and Seb Atkinson could shape the rest of 2026 as the Nations Championship moves towards November.

Skulduggery in Santiago del Estero: The Chaos Behind England's Escape in Argentina

England beat Argentina 31-24 in Santiago, but four yellow cards, late TMO drama, Genge’s celebration and Contepomi’s walkout dominated the fallout.

Wales show effort but Steve Tandy still has plenty to fix

Steve Tandy’s first season as Wales head coach ended with a heavy defeat against South Africa, but have they made strides forward and what must change if they are to begin thinking about competing with the top nations again?

Marcus Smith was one of the try scorer for England

Matt's Armchair Ratings from Argentina

Matt's observations from England’s 31-24 win over Argentina, as Marcus Smith, Fin Smith, the centres, back row and bench show growing progress.

England Answered Argentina's Theatre - But Nearly Lost Themselves Again

England beat Argentina 31-24 in a fiery Nations Championship clash shaped by emotion, yellow cards, TMO drama and late controversy in Santiago del Estero.

Latest Rugby News

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

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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

My WHOOP, The Open, And A Weekend I May Not Survive [Lots of Rugby]

Breakfast in Auckland, Bedtime in Argentina: My WHOOP and me

Immanuel FeyiWaboso starts at left wing for England

Argentina v England: Same XV, New Continent and a Sleep Routine Straight Out of a Berocca Advert

National League Rugby

Pre-Season Hell: What National League Clubs are Learning

Podcasts & Video

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

Emerging Talent

‘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

Women's Rugby

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

University Rugby

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

Scottish Rugby

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

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