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Leicester Tigers coach Geoff Parling apologised after a pre-match clash with TNT Sports presenter Craig Doyle at Villa Park.

Geoff Parling apologises after Craig Doyle clash

Tamaiti Williams will miss the rest of the 2026 Super Rugby season after the Crusaders prop was diagnosed with a spinal disc infection.

Tamaiti Williams out for rest of season

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus

Springboks add England analyst Joe Lewis

Alex Dombrandt scored the opening try for Harlequins

Harlequins beat Bristol Bears 18-14 in Cardiff

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

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

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

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

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

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

 

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Game-changing weekend kicks off gripping National League Rugby run-in

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With the season entering its final two months, every game is crucial as clubs compete for promotion, play-offs, and survival.

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National League Rugby Preview: 'Rest' weekend full of importance as final two months of regular season begins

Even with only five games scheduled for this weekend, each fixture carries significance across National One and National Two.

National League Rugby Preview: Season-defining weekend for some as February finale provides crucial clashes

National League Rugby Preview: Season-defining weekend for some as February finale provides crucial clashes

With just five rounds remaining after this weekend, Round 21 could prove pivotal in shaping the season.

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The Netherlands international has played at various levels of the English game and has found a home at London Scottish.

National League Rugby: Anticipation surrounds title races as expectation swirls around survival battles

National League Rugby: Anticipation surrounds title races as expectation swirls around survival battles

As the run-in looms, Round 20 brings decisive top-two clashes in National Two North and East.

National League Rugby Preview: February set to sharpen the minds of many as intensity rises

National League Rugby Preview: February set to sharpen the minds of many as intensity rises

The race to the finish line begins in Round 19, as teams intensify their push for promotion and fight to secure their survival.

100 tries in 100 games - Sheffield's Christian Hooper on putting his best foot forward

100 tries in 100 games - Sheffield's Christian Hooper on putting his best foot forward

Sheffield’s prolific winger reflects on scoring his 100th try on his 100th appearance for the club.

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

Lucien Richardis Interview: Toulouse, Spain and World Cup dreams

Lucien Richardis Interview: Toulouse, Spain and World Cup dreams

Vikas Meijer Interview: “BUCS Super Rugby allows players to keep all doors open”

Vikas Meijer Interview: “BUCS Super Rugby allows players to keep all doors open”

Scotland's Francesca McGhie aims to make her mark at Women’s World Cup

Scotland's Francesca McGhie aims to make her mark at Women’s World Cup

The dominant return of the England Students Women’s side can only be a good thing for Red Roses pathway

The dominant return of the England Students Women’s side can only be a good thing for Red Roses pathway

Loughborough's Becky Boyd starting to find her voice and aiming to make some noise at the World Cup

Loughborough's Becky Boyd starting to find her voice and aiming to make some noise at the World Cup

 

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.

Red Roses to host New Zealand and Canada

Black Ferns complete coaching group with Simon Kneebone joining Whitney Hansen’s staff as set-piece specialist for the next international cycle.

Black Ferns add Simon Kneebone to Coaching team

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Marlie Packer is part of the England training squad

Red Roses begin 2026 Six Nations preparations

Whitney Hansen appointed Black Ferns head coach through to the end of 2027.

Whitney Hansen appointed Black Ferns head coach

Sione Fukofuka appointed Scotland Women head coach after global recruitment process.

Sione Fukofuka appointed Scotland Women head coach

University Rugby

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

Loughborough leave it late against Durham as pulsating BSR title race reaches stunning climax

Loughborough leave it late against Durham as pulsating BSR title race reaches stunning climax

Hartpury Women clinch fourth consecutive BUCS league title as Loughborough and Bath battle for men’s crown

Hartpury Women clinch fourth consecutive BUCS league title as Loughborough and Bath battle for men’s crown

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Bath keep pressure on Loughborough after famous win at Exeter

Scottish Rugby

Scotland’s World Cup exit signals change but also opportunity

Scotland’s World Cup exit signals change but also opportunity

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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'

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

Scotland World Cup star Emma Orr inspires next generation at Biggar RFC

Scotland World Cup star Emma Orr inspires next generation at Biggar RFC

 
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James O'Connor was part of the winning Leicester side

Leicester Tigers beat Gloucester 36-17 in Slater Cup

The Hurricanes produced a dominant performance in Wellington to defeat the Queensland Reds 52-14

Hurricanes thump Reds 52-14 in Wellington

WRU chairman Richard Collier-Keywood will step down in July amid growing pressure over Welsh rugby plans to cut a professional team.

Richard Collier-Keywood to leave WRU

Ross Moriarty has been banned for three games after his red card

Ross Moriarty suspended for three games

Elliot Daly has signed a new Saracens contract until 2028, keeping the England and Lions back at StoneX Stadium.

Elliot Daly signs new Saracens deal

Christ Tshiunza will join Sale Sharks for the 2026-27 season

Christ Tshiunza signs for Sale Sharks

Liam Williams has retired from professional rugby

Liam Williams retires from professional rugby

The Nations Championship starts on July 4, 2026, with New Zealand vs France in Christchurch before the London Finals Weekend.

Nations Championship 100-day countdown begins

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

Glasgow head coach Franco Smith

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

Henry Walker has signed a new Northampton Saints contract

Henry Walker signs new Northampton Saints deal

Harlequins appoint Robbie Deans, Jason Gilmore and Rob Hunter in a major coaching restructure ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Harlequins confirm key coaching appointments

Scotland international Ben Healy has joined Newcastle Red Bulls on loan from Edinburgh until the end of the current season.

Ben Healy joins Newcastle Red Bulls on loan

Quins fall 26-19 to Gloucester at The Stoop

Quins fall 26-19 to Gloucester at The Stoop

Finn Russell kicked seven conversions

Bath beat Saracens 62-15 In nine-try rout

Beauden Barrett was part of the winning Blues side

Blues beat Waratahs 35-20 after second-half surge

Sevu Reece was one of the try scorer for Crusaders

Crusaders beat Moana Pasifika 50-21 In Auckland

Hunter Paisami was part of the winning Reds side

Reds beat Drua 21-6 For first win in Fiji

Munster Rugby and the IRFU have secured Conor Ryan on a new two-year deal

Conor Ryan signs new Munster contract until 2028

Ireland centre Stuart McCloskey has been shortlisted for the 2026 Six Nations Player of the Championship award

Stuart McCloskey shortlisted for Six Nations award

Red Roses squad

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Megan Jones in action for the Red Roses

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South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus

South Africa provide injury update on Hanekom, Fassi, De Klerk

Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter

Jimmy Roots signs new Exeter Chiefs deal

Newcastle Red Bulls have signed Coventry forward Allan Ferrie on a two-year deal after an impressive Champ Rugby season.

Allan Ferrie signs For Newcastle Red Bulls

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Dyson takes 50% stake in Bath Rugby in landmark ownership shift

Champ Rugby has secured Elior UK as its new title sponsor in a multi-year partnership focused on growth

Elior UK becomes Title Sponsor of Champ Rugby

Ulster forwards coach Jimmy Duffy will leave at the end of the 2025/26 season after reaching a mutual agreement for family reasons.

Forwards coach Jimmy Duffy to leave Ulster at end of season

South Africa were the winners of the 2019 and 2023 Rugby World Cups

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The Recreation Ground

Jamie Bhatti returns to Bath until 2028

Queensland Reds centre Isaac Henry has re-signed through to the end of 2027 after returning to strong form in Super Rugby Pacific

Isaac Henry re-signs with Queensland Reds for 2027

Springboks include Carlu Sadie and JJ van der Mescht in their virtual alignment camp

Springboks add two more uncapped players

Eddie Jones says England would be foolish to sack Steve Borthwick as the RFU reviews a Six Nations campaign

Eddie Jones backs Steve Borthwick amid RFU review

Andy Farrell says talks over his Ireland future are not far away after Triple Crown success and second-place Six Nations finish.

Andy Farrell says Ireland future talks are near

Scotland number eight Jack Dempsey will leave Glasgow Warriors for Japan

Jack Dempsey to leave Glasgow for Japan

Newcastle Red Bulls confirm Alan Dickens has left with immediate effect

Alan Dickens leaves Newcastle Red Bulls with immediate effect

Garry Ringrose was part of the winning Ireland side

Ireland beat Scotland 43-21 to win Triple Crown

Fijian Drua defeat Brumbies 42-27 for historic Super Rugby win

Drua beat Brumbies 42-27 In historic Fiji win

Will Jordan scored the opening try for Crusaders

Crusaders beat Highlanders 29-18 in South Island derby

Filipo Daugunu was part of the winning Reds side

Reds beat Waratahs 26-17 at Suncorp Stadium

Maro Itoje says England must show character against France as they seek to salvage pride in the final round of the Six Nations.

Maro Itoje urges England to show character In Paris

World Rugby confirms six Georgia players and one staff member were sanctioned in a sample substitution doping case before the 2023 World Cup.

Six Georgia players sanctioned in doping case

Sione Tuipulotu says Scotland’s tough journey has built belief ahead of Ireland clash with Triple Crown and title hopes alive.

Sione Tuipulotu says Scotland ready for title shot

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell

Bundee Aki returns as Ireland face Scotland

Christian Wade will remain with Newcastle Red Bulls for next season after signing a one-year contract extension,

Christian Wade signs new Newcastle deal

France head coach Fabien Galthié

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