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Six Nations and SANZAAR plot new rugby tournament
Following the World Rugby-hosted summit on the global calendar, Six Nations and SANZAAR have now released details on their planned joint tournament from 2026. According to a release from Six…
Is this the return of Premiership promotion?
Promotion to the Premiership may return after a play-off between the league’s bottom-placed side and the winners of the Championship was announced by the RFU. However, the game will only…
“At the end of a match you’re shattered” – Rowan Kitt on the life of a TMO
Out of view but pivotal to justice on the pitch – that's the TMO
Munster to host Crusaders in first ever Clash of Champions
The match will reunite incoming Crusaders coach Rob Penney with his old side
Who is Sam Cane? All you need to know about All Blacks captain
Sam Cane has been grafting away in an All Blacks jersey for more than a decade now. As gritty as they come and a fine leader, the back-row star has…
Who is Rieko Ioane? Ten things you should know about All Blacks back
Every so often, New Zealand produce a rugby player capable of taking your breath away. Rieko Ioane falls firmly into that category. Standing at 6ft 2in tall and weighing more…
“It’s hideous” – Fans slam All Blacks World Cup shirt
New Zealand's Rugby World Cup 2023 shirt has gone down like a lead balloon on social media
Yes, there is a Portugal Rugby World Cup song
Somos Lobos (translated as ‘We are the Wolves‘) is the new single of legendary Portuguese rock band Xutos e Pontapés, who join the drive to help Portugal men, known as…
Ireland men make Olympics, as do GB women
After defeating Great Britain 26-12 in the final of the sevens at the European Games in Krakow, Ireland men have joined Ireland women in securing their place at the Paris…