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Scotland’s World Cup exit signals change but also opportunity

Changes are coming for Scotland, but TRU's Gary Heatly has highlighted five young stars who can play big roles in the future.

The incident happened during the quarter-final game between France and Ireland

France's Axelle Berthoumieu has ban cut to nine matches

Axelle Berthoumieu’s suspension for biting Ireland’s Aoife Wafer has been shortened to nine matches, after the French international had originally been handed a 12-match ban.

Abby Dow of England runs with the ball during the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 Quarter Final matc

England crush Scotland 40-8 to reach World Cup semi-finals

Red Roses delivered another statement of intent at the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 as they defeated Scotland 40-8 at Ashton Gate in Bristol on Sunday.

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'

After bravely opening up about her mental health on social media, Lloyd has more than rediscovered her love for rugby and believes Scotland have “nothing to lose” against England this weekend.

Encouraging attendances expected as derby weekend lights up National Leagues

From the North-East down to Cornwall, derby fever grips National League Rugby this weekend, with some bumper crowds expected across the country.

Latest Rugby News

South Africa name squad for Argentina Tests

Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter

Immanuel Feyi-Waboso doubtful for Premiership season start

Jacques Nienaber has extended his stay with Leinster

Leinster confirm contract extensions for coaching team

Julian Montoya was one of the try scorer for Argentina

Carreras and Montoya inspire Pumas to narrow win over Wallabies

Women's Rugby World Cup

Sophie de Goede will be part of Canada's second row

Karen Paquin to earn 50th cap in Canada's unchanged squad

Jorja Miller ruled out of New Zealand’s semi-final vs Canada

Black Ferns lose Jorja Miller for semi-final against Canada

Canada v. Australia - Quarter Final, Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025

Pauline Bourdon Sansus of France kicks the ball clear from a ruck

France survive Ireland onslaught to book semi-final spot

RFU Championship and National League Rugby

National League Rugby Returns: Friday Night lights kicks off opening weekend

After a summer of preparation, the 2025/26 National League Rugby season kicks off on Friday night, with Taunton hosting Exeter University as we gear up for a campaign full of anticipation and intrigue.

Cinderford unveil “one of the best pitches in the country” as new era begins

Cinderford have entered a new chapter with the unveiling of their state-of-the-art 3G pitch, which has been hailed by club president Peter Bell as “one of the best in the country”.

Play-off introduced as fixtures confirmed for 2025/26 National League Rugby season

Due to the expansion of 'Champ Rugby', a play-off and 'Access Final' has been introduced to National One.

Bill Beaumont Division 1 County Championship Final - Kent target three-peat while Yorkshire look to avenge 2024 heartache

In a rerun of last year’s final, Kent face Yorkshire at Twickenham.

Alfie Longstaff Interview: “I have developed so much - Sometimes you just need to get stuck in”

Podcasts & Video

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

Emerging Talent

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

Women's Rugby

Sophie de Goede of Canada runs with the ball whilst under pressure from Michaela Leonard of Australia

University Rugby

‘Element of confidence’ for Bristol as Bears look to harness recent record to reach Premiership final

Scottish Rugby

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

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Competitions

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