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Damian de Allende (in picture) and Quinn Tupaea form a physically imposing centre partnership.

Forget the obvious combined XV - how good is the team it leaves behind?

TRU removes the obvious combined XV and builds an alternative Springboks-All Blacks match-day 23, revealing the extraordinary depth produced by Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry.

Go Fiji -Three winners, three statements as WXV Challenger bursts into life in Hong Kong

Fiji complete a stunning comeback, Hong Kong China rally on home soil and the Netherlands dominate as the WXV Global Series Challenger begins in style.

Rugby's American Gamble Just Paid Off. Can It Last?

A record 68,000-plus crowd in Baltimore offered a glimpse of rugby’s potential in America, but the real test is whether momentum can last through LA 2028 and Rugby World Cup 2031.

Will Jordan kept delivering even as the All Blacks endured a bruising series against South Africa.

The One Bright Light: Will Jordan and the Long Road Back to Eden Park

Will Jordan's four tries across Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry underline his importance to New Zealand as the All Blacks turn from Baltimore towards the Bledisloe Cup.

Rhode to Glory? Marcus Rhodes on his move to Coventry, Champ ambitions and his Premiership dream

Interview: Coventry No.8 on his journey with Durham University and the “massive excitement” at getting the chance to chase his dream.

Latest Rugby News

South Africa won the Greatest Rugby Rivalry series with a 3-1 margin

Neil Barnes questions calls after Springboks series win

Rassie Erasmus reflects on South Africa’s 3-1 Greatest Rivalry series win over the All Blacks and the history behind the revived tour.

Rassie Erasmus reflects on Greatest Rivalry Revival

Ronan O'Gara signs a La Rochelle contract until 2031

Ronan O'Gara extends La Rochelle deal to 2031

Super Rugby Pacific reveals its 2027 draw with 17 rounds, more Sunday games, Easter fixtures and Super Round returning to Christchurch.

Super Rugby Pacific reveals 2027 draw

Unique to TRU

I Went Looking for Johnny Matthews in Montauban. He Was in the Pyrenees.

More Than a Super Rugby Team: Why the Fijian Drua Project Matters to World Rugby

2026/27 Previews: National Two West

2026/27 Previews: National Two East

National League Rugby

Podcasts & Video

Rassie Has Seen Enough - Boks Change Course For Cape Town

Emerging Talent

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

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

Women's Rugby

Meg Jones was one of the try scorers for England

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

TRU Xtra

Maro Itoje returns to England’s 36-man squad after his summer break

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From Fake Transfers to Phishing Links: Social Engineering Threats Facing Rugby Fans

Competitions

Win the ultimate Twickenham hospitality experience for the Big Game 14

Calling all Harlequins fans, here’s your chance to win the ultimate rugby experience - two matches, hospitality at the home of rugby and a full day’s entertainment.