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Former England international Mike Brown becomes Sporting Director at Esher

Former England international Mike Brown becomes Sporting Director at Esher

November sets up a cracker of a December as festive fixtures begin in National League Rugby

November sets up a cracker of a December as festive fixtures begin in National League Rugby

Wales find learnings but off-field instability could stall any progress

Wales find learnings but off-field instability could stall any progress

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Bristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam

James Williams signs new contract with Bristol Bears

Bristol Bears secure James Williams on new contract as midfield mainstay.

Rassie Erasmus signs four-year contract extension to lead Springboks until 2031.

Rassie Erasmus signs four-year extension as Springboks head coach

Rassie Erasmus signs four-year contract extension to lead Springboks until 2031.

Eben Etzebeth receives 12-week ban for eye-gouge incident vs Wales.

Eben Etzebeth handed 12-week ban for eye-gouge incident

South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth has received a 12-week suspension following his red card for making contact with the eye area of Wales flanker Alex Mann during their Test match on 22 November 2025.

Former All Black Jarrad Hoeata joins Chiefs coaching team for 2026.

Jarrad Hoeata joins Chiefs coaching staff for 2026 season

Former All Black Jarrad Hoeata joins Chiefs coaching team for 2026.

 
England's Marcus Smith benched for Six Nations clash with Italy

England's Marcus Smith benched for Six Nations clash with Italy

After moving from fly-half to full-back, seeing Smith now amongst the replacements has raised questions.

Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter

Josh Iosefa-Scott signs new two-year Exeter Chiefs deal

Exeter Chiefs prop Josh Iosefa-Scott signs a new two-year contract, committing to the club until 2026.

Bath captain Ben Spencer extends his stay with the club until 2028

Ben Spencer signs new three-year deal with Bath Rugby

Bath captain Ben Spencer extends his stay with the club until 2028, signing a new three-year contract.

Wales winger Josh Adams sidelined with a hamstring injury

Wales' Josh Adams ruled out of Scotland Six Nations clash

Wales winger Josh Adams sidelined with a hamstring injury, missing the upcoming Six Nations match against Scotland.

 
 
 
 
 
 
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Charlie Beckett Interview: 'To be a very small part of this explosion of women’s sport is amazing'

Charlie Beckett Interview: 'To be a very small part of this explosion of women’s sport is amazing'

Bury St Edmunds 'flattered' and 'proud' to kick off Kevin Sinfield's latest MND fundraising challenge

Bury St Edmunds 'flattered' and 'proud' to kick off Kevin Sinfield's latest MND fundraising challenge

Hollie Williamson: The self-confessed sevens fanatic who is ready to realise her dream

Hollie Williamson: The self-confessed sevens fanatic who is ready to realise her dream

Positives amid pain as Wales fall again to ruthless All Blacks

Positives amid pain as Wales fall again to ruthless All Blacks

National League Rugby Preview: Top half battles dominate the narrative as November draws to a close

National League Rugby Preview: Top half battles dominate the narrative as November draws to a close

Last-gasp Evans kick can lift Wales while Eddie Jones slams late defeat

Last-gasp Evans kick can lift Wales while Eddie Jones slams late defeat

Ratu Vakalutukali Interview: Armed Forces Day special for Taunton and National League Rugby

Ratu Vakalutukali Interview: Armed Forces Day special for Taunton and National League Rugby

Maro Itoje: Confidence and clarity can help England land first win over All Blacks since 2019

Maro Itoje: Confidence and clarity can help England land first win over All Blacks since 2019

National League Rugby Preview: Noteworthy clashes across the board could shape aspirations

National League Rugby Preview: Noteworthy clashes across the board could shape aspirations

'Breath of fresh air’, glimpses of identity but Argentina defeat highlights plenty of work ahead for Wales

'Breath of fresh air’, glimpses of identity but Argentina defeat highlights plenty of work ahead for Wales

Wales boss Tandy hands Carré start, with Rees-Zammit on bench vs Argentina

Wales boss Tandy hands Carré start, with Rees-Zammit on bench vs Argentina

Late Bonfire Night sparks set to fly as National League Rugby returns with a bang

Late Bonfire Night sparks set to fly as National League Rugby returns with a bang

Jodie Ounsley Interview: Changing misconceptions, women’s rugby on the rise, and life as “Fury”

Jodie Ounsley Interview: Changing misconceptions, women’s rugby on the rise, and life as “Fury”

England aiming to adopt Bazball mentality for autumn series

England aiming to adopt Bazball mentality for autumn series

Welsh regions in focus: URC form and the state of play before autumn internationals

Welsh regions in focus: URC form and the state of play before autumn internationals

Joe Marler: From scrums to secrets and a rebuild of the heart

Joe Marler: From scrums to secrets and a rebuild of the heart

Fixture list sets up fascinating conclusion to first block of National League games

Fixture list sets up fascinating conclusion to first block of National League games

Louis Rees-Zammit returns as Tandy names first Wales squad

Louis Rees-Zammit returns as Tandy names first Wales squad

Teams seek a spark while landscapes towards the top are set to shift in National League Rugby

Teams seek a spark while landscapes towards the top are set to shift in National League Rugby

Dragons face Cardiff on derby day, Scarlets head to South Africa and Ospreys meet Glasgow

Dragons face Cardiff on derby day, Scarlets head to South Africa and Ospreys meet Glasgow

George Ford rejects R360 to focus on World Cup

George Ford rejects R360 to focus on World Cup

‘Sour taste’ fuelling Northampton’s derby redemption bid against Leicester

‘Sour taste’ fuelling Northampton’s derby redemption bid against Leicester

Rotherham vs Rosslyn Park headlines exciting weekend of National League Rugby action

Rotherham vs Rosslyn Park headlines exciting weekend of National League Rugby action

Winless Welsh regions eye URC breakthrough while Cardiff look to build on positives

Winless Welsh regions eye URC breakthrough while Cardiff look to build on positives

Ollie Hassell-Collins: ‘You see their tries but the focus is on doing my job and what's best for Leicester'

Ollie Hassell-Collins: ‘You see their tries but the focus is on doing my job and what's best for Leicester'

Standout fixtures set to heighten or dampen early-season aspirations in National League Rugby

Standout fixtures set to heighten or dampen early-season aspirations in National League Rugby

United Rugby Championship Round 2: Welsh teams seek victories after mixed opener

United Rugby Championship Round 2: Welsh teams seek victories after mixed opener

Redefining Women's Rugby - Transformative World Cup will help game go to next level

Redefining Women's Rugby - Transformative World Cup will help game go to next level

United Rugby Championship recap: Cardiff shine but Welsh regions endure tough start

United Rugby Championship recap: Cardiff shine but Welsh regions endure tough start

United Rugby Championship 2025/26: What defines a strong campaign for the Welsh regions?

United Rugby Championship 2025/26: What defines a strong campaign for the Welsh regions?

National League Rugby Round Four: Final September fixtures bring opportunities to many

National League Rugby Round Four: Final September fixtures bring opportunities to many

TRU’s 2025/26 Prem Rugby Guide: Can anyone topple Bath?

TRU’s 2025/26 Prem Rugby Guide: Can anyone topple Bath?

Ugo Monye: 'This might be the most enjoyable World Cup I’ve worked on'

Ugo Monye: 'This might be the most enjoyable World Cup I’ve worked on'

National League Rugby Preview: Title contenders tested, unbeaten runs to protect and first wins up for grabs

National League Rugby Preview: Title contenders tested, unbeaten runs to protect and first wins up for grabs

Joe Makin Interview: 'I don’t quite know how I’ve got to 400 games but I have!'

Joe Makin Interview: 'I don’t quite know how I’ve got to 400 games but I have!'

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'

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'

Encouraging attendances expected as derby weekend lights up National Leagues

Encouraging attendances expected as derby weekend lights up National Leagues

Kai Horstmann: Ex-Exeter Chiefs star on epic Vesuvius-to-Etna ride for Looseheadz and Worcester's revival

Kai Horstmann: Ex-Exeter Chiefs star on epic Vesuvius-to-Etna ride for Looseheadz and Worcester's revival

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

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

 
Italy v. South Africa - Pool D, Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025

Italy v. South Africa - Pool D, Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025

England cruise into quarter-finals with record-breaking win over Samoa

England cruise into quarter-finals with record-breaking win over Samoa

Wales exit Women's World Cup after being outclassed by Canada

Wales exit Women's World Cup after being outclassed by Canada

Six-try Ireland beat Japan for winning World Cup start

Six-try Ireland beat Japan for winning World Cup start

Sarah Hunter hopes World Cup will inspire next generation as Red Roses prepare for Sunderland opener

Sarah Hunter hopes World Cup will inspire next generation as Red Roses prepare for Sunderland opener

WRU eyes radical shake-up as Welsh Rugby consultation begins

WRU eyes radical shake-up as Welsh Rugby consultation begins

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

WRU to present 'optimal solution’ for Welsh rugby restructure, says Abi Tierney

WRU to present 'optimal solution’ for Welsh rugby restructure, says Abi Tierney

Mackenzie Carson Interview: ‘That drive to win a World Cup, and not just go to a World Cup, is what has motivated me’

Mackenzie Carson Interview: ‘That drive to win a World Cup, and not just go to a World Cup, is what has motivated me’

Lucy Weaver Interview: Embracing new opportunities with England Students and Leicester Tigers

Lucy Weaver Interview: Embracing new opportunities with England Students and Leicester Tigers

Steve Tandy: There’s no magic wand or quick fix but Wales have to be a collective

Steve Tandy: There’s no magic wand or quick fix but Wales have to be a collective

Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm focused on Rugby World Cup after off-field distractions

Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm focused on Rugby World Cup after off-field distractions

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

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

Australia’s Lions win salvages series pride as Wallabies gain boost ahead of Rugby Championship

Australia’s Lions win salvages series pride as Wallabies gain boost ahead of Rugby Championship

Maud Muir Interview: “I hope the World Cup shows that normal people and normal women can do incredible things”

Maud Muir Interview: “I hope the World Cup shows that normal people and normal women can do incredible things”

Tom Curry wins back row spot for Lions opening Test against Australia

Tom Curry wins back row spot for Lions opening Test against Australia

Mack Hansen set to miss Lions’ first Test vs Australia due to foot Injury

Mack Hansen set to miss Lions’ first Test vs Australia due to foot Injury

Olamide Sodeke Interview: 'What we make of World U20s will be a good metric of where we are as people'

Olamide Sodeke Interview: 'What we make of World U20s will be a good metric of where we are as people'

Owen Farrell set for Lions return in final match before Test series

Owen Farrell set for Lions return in final match before Test series

England Under-20s aim to ‘increase efficiency’ in attack

England Under-20s aim to ‘increase efficiency’ in attack

A nod towards the first Test? Andy Farrell names strong Lions side to face Brumbies

A nod towards the first Test? Andy Farrell names strong Lions side to face Brumbies

Kane James Exclusive: “To see Henry play for us to skyrocketing into the Lions is pretty cool”

Kane James Exclusive: “To see Henry play for us to skyrocketing into the Lions is pretty cool”

“Let's hope it's the start of something” - Wales set for key battle with Eddie Jones’ Japan

“Let's hope it's the start of something” - Wales set for key battle with Eddie Jones’ Japan

Lions record comprehensive win over Reds as Andy Farrell's side take another step forward

Lions record comprehensive win over Reds as Andy Farrell's side take another step forward

A convincing victory, putting down markers, injury woe and Lions team news for Reds encounter

A convincing victory, putting down markers, injury woe and Lions team news for Reds encounter

Josh Beaumont Exclusive: The 'relief' of retirement, reflections and his testimonial year

Josh Beaumont Exclusive: The 'relief' of retirement, reflections and his testimonial year

Pollock handed first Lions start as Andy Farrell names team for tour opener

Pollock handed first Lions start as Andy Farrell names team for tour opener

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

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

The Lions work-ons that can be ironed out in Australia

The Lions work-ons that can be ironed out in Australia

England Under-20s ready to ‘create own stories’ as they gear up for world title defence

England Under-20s ready to ‘create own stories’ as they gear up for world title defence

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

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

Johnny Sexton ‘here to help’ Finn Russell as past criticism put to bed

Johnny Sexton ‘here to help’ Finn Russell as past criticism put to bed

‘The sky can be the limit for Bath’ after treble-winning campaign

‘The sky can be the limit for Bath’ after treble-winning campaign

Will Muir Exclusive: 'Last year's final ate away at me - now we want to complete the job'

Will Muir Exclusive: 'Last year's final ate away at me - now we want to complete the job'

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

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

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

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

Sam Underhill to miss rest of Bath's season with ban

Sam Underhill to miss rest of Bath's season with ban

Defeat for England Students but the programme continues to create memories and act as a springboard

Defeat for England Students but the programme continues to create memories and act as a springboard

Emmanuel Iyogun Exclusive: “You feel like it’s your turn to write some history - Why can’t it be us?”

Emmanuel Iyogun Exclusive: “You feel like it’s your turn to write some history - Why can’t it be us?”