England smash Japan to get back to winning ways at Twickenham

England responded to their loss to Argentina with a much-improved performance in their demolition of Japan, reaching a half-century of points and scoring seven tries in the process.

Italy sneak past Australia in historic victory

Italy edged Australia in an all-time classic in Florence, the Wallabies losing by a single point once more.

How to watch Barbarians vs. All Blacks XV

The Barbarians play their first match of the autumn, taking on a New Zealand All Blacks XV at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

How to watch France vs. South Africa

Two of world rugby's international powerhouses go to battle at the Stade de France, as France host South Africa. France beat Australia by the slimmest of margins last time out, while the Springboks lost in similar fashion to Ireland.

The mandatory World Rugby video top teams must now watch

World Rugby have rolled out a video that all teams partaking in competitions using HIA protocols must now watch.

The Exeter 'problem' every time they bring over an Australian

Exeter boss Rob Baxter had given his verdict on Scott Sio, their new signing who has started twice in recent weeks after a dozen seasons at the Brumbies in Australia.

England make five changes for Japan and hand debut to Dave Ribbans

England will take the field at Twickenham on Saturday to play Japan with a starting XV showing five changes from the team beaten 29-30 by Argentina last Sunday.

France name the same XV, only changing two subs to face Springboks

France have named an unchanged team to take on the world champion Springboks this Saturday in Marseille, naming the same XV that defeated the Wallabies last weekend but making two changes on a bench that maintains its six/two forwards and backs split.

Argentina team unchanged for Wales after shock defeat of England

Michael Cheika has given a huge vote of confidence to Argentina, naming the same starting 15 that defeated England last Sunday in London to take the field again this Saturday versus Wales in Cardiff.

Wales change three and hand Louis Rees-Zammit an exciting new role

Wayne Pivac has named a Wales team to take on Argentina on Saturday in Cardiff that shows three changes from last Saturday’s bashing by the All Blacks. Alex Cuthbert, Dillon Lewis and Dan Lydiate have all been included.

Women's Rugby World Cup final: How to watch New Zealand vs. England

How to watch England face New Zealand in the women's Rugby World Cup final at Eden Park.

Where will the Rugby World Cup Final be won?

When you’re looking at the two best teams in the world, there won’t be one specific thing that’ll make the difference. That said, we’re going to have a look at one area for each team that could make an impact.

The one thing Ardie Savea would 'love to see change' about rugby

All Blacks back-rower Ardie Savea has revealed the one thing he would love to change about rugby, predicting that the popularity of the sport should explode in the coming years.

The All Black who ‘must’ start at blindside

Rugby World Cup winner Israel Dagg believes Shannon Frizell could be the new Jerome Kaino for the All Blacks, and explained why the Test regular “must” start at blindside flanker.

Replacement named as Seibold exit is confirmed

Last month’s speculation that Anthony Seibold will quit as the England defence coach after just a year in that job has been confirmed as true by the RFU.

Aqua Rugby 2022: What you need to know

Combine rugby, water, a floating pontoon and yachts ... and you have Aqua Rugby.

Rennie ‘gutted’ but ‘proud’ after French test

Coach Dave Rennie said he was “wrapped with the character and attitude” shown by the Wallabies during their thrilling Test against France on Sunday morning.

How Black Ferns great reacted to thrilling semi-final

Four-time Rugby World Cup winner Anna Richards expected Saturday’s semi-final between France and New Zealand to be close, but still “couldn’t believe” how the Test ended.

Clive Woodward has gone to town on Eddie Jones

Rugby World Cup winner Sir Clive Woodward has given Eddie Jones both barrels following England's dismal loss to Argentina on Sunday in the Autumn Nations Series.

Three England stars and 4 All Blacks confirmed in full Barbarians

The Barbarians have named a star-studded panel of players for their upcoming match with an All Blacks XV at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday 13 November.

All Blacks face 'juggling act'

The All Blacks have a juggling act on their hands with just two matches remaining on their end-of-year tour and only seven games to play between now and their opening Rugby World Cup fixture against France.

Wallabies great’s blunt assessment after French Test

Wallabies great Drew Mitchell doesn’t believe Australia should “celebrate getting close” against France, after losing to the World No. 2 30-29 in a thrilling Test.

Campbell ‘shattered’ after missing key tackle vs France

Australian fullback Jock Campbell felt “shattered” after missing a key tackle in the Wallabies’ tense 30-29 loss to France on Sunday morning (AEDT).

The 'bad thing' Nienaber has accepted about latest Springboks loss

You’d imagine that yet another Springboks defeat, the ninth in the 23-match reign of Jacques Nienaber, would be the cause for grave concern for the head coach ten months out from his country’s 2023 World Cup title defence...

Rugby World Cup Final set to break attendance record again

The 2021 Rugby World Cup Final between England and New Zealand in Auckland next week is set to break a new attendance record at Eden Park.

'We thought he wasn't fazed but he told us he was s****ing it'

Playing 53 minutes in the midfield against the world champion Springboks and finishing up on the winning side with Ireland wasn’t how the weekend was supposed to pan out for international rookie Jimmy O’Brien.

Argentina beat England by a point in historic test at Twickenham

England's end-of-year campaign got off to a poor start at Twickenham as they lost 30-29 to a clinical Argentina, their first defeat to the Pumas since 2006.

Eddie Jones urged to let England rip

England fans have been waiting an age to watch this midfield combination in action and there shouldn’t be any holding back.

France score late to edge Australia in Saint-Denis

Damian Penaud's last-gasp try helped France over the line in a game that saw the lead change hands several times.

New Zealand power to huge victory over Wales in Cardiff

New Zealand were too much for Wales to handle in Cardiff, pulling away in the second half to score eight tries in a massive 55-23 win.

The rankings permutations ahead of a massive weekend of rugby

World Rugby's No.1 rankings could change hands this weekend in Dublin if the Springboks best Andy Farrell's men in the first of their November Tests.

Three teams face World Cup oblivion in RWC's final qualification stage

Three teams face Rugby World Cup oblivion with the Final Qualification Tournament set to take place over the next three weekends in Dubai.

How to watch Ireland vs. South Africa

Ireland and South Africa begin their end-of-year campaigns in Dublin, as the two face off at the Aviva Stadium. It's the Springboks' first trip to the Emerald Isle since 2017.

How England can realise their 'ultimate potential' at RWC

Coach Simon Middleton believes England can “realise our ultimate potential” if they get the chance to play the Black Ferns in the World Cup Final next weekend.

How Scotland really gifted a win to the Wallabies

Former All Blacks hooker James Parsons believes Scotland gifted the win to the Wallabies by squandering key moments during their hard-fought Test last weekend.

Canada confident before semi-final against England

Canada captain Sophie de Goede believes the “pressure’s not on us” ahead of a blockbuster World Cup semi-final with England, who are on a 29-Test win streak.

Nigel Owens' 'clear message' after controversial Glen Young yellow

Retired referee Nigel Owens has weighed in on last Saturday’s controversial decision by Luke Pearce to only yellow card Scotland forward Glen Young against Australia.

USA Eagles draft in Test coach heavyweights

Gary Gold, the USA Eagles head coach, has drafted in experienced coaches Mario Ledesma and John Plumtree in a bid to grab the final place at the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France by winning the qualifying tournament in Dubai .

Who Will Genia would start at scrum half for Australia

Will Genia has revealed who he would want to start at scrumhalf for Australia in a big Test match, as he believes one player is better suited to the “Wallabies structure.”

'It would be a belter': ANZAC team could take on B&I Lions in 2025

An ANZAC team could reportedly take on the British and Irish Lions during their 2025 tour to Australia, with New Zealand Rugby “considering the idea.”

Canada's 2014 World Cup final loss inspired Sophie de Goede

Sophie was more smitten with volleyball and basketball as a teenager, but rugby was never far away from her heart. In 2014 she attended the World Cup final between England and Canada in France, a formative experience.

Wallabies debutant opens up about gym injury

Wallaby Jock Campbell has opened up about the potentially devastating injury that left him “a bit nervous” last week, before he was cleared to make his Test debut.

Antoine Dupont relishes Springboks meeting with new France

Antoine Dupont is the reigning World Player of the Year and captained France to a first Grand Slam in more than a decade but the Les Bleus superstar insists he is still not the finished article- writes Paul Eddison.

Holloway confident Australia can compete with the best

Australian flanker Jed Holloway is confident that if his team can compete with the best teams in the world if they play “the Wallaby way.”

How Black Ferns star reacted to disastrous RWC start

When the Black Ferns went 17-nil down against the Wallaroos in their Rugby World Cup opener last month, logically it would’ve been a time for panic.

The Black Ferns ever-changing pack the biggest question mark

The Black Ferns forward pack has been changed consistently in 2022 and has been the subject of earnest examination after the pathetic lack of resistance in 2021.

World Rugby statement: Retallick cops ban after his red card

All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick has copped a ban following his red card in the 66th minute of his country’s win last Saturday over Japan in Tokyo.

Kolbe recalled as Springboks make three changes to play Ireland

Jacques Nienaber has named a Springboks team to face Ireland this Saturday in Dublin that shows three changes - including a recall for Cheslin Kolbe - from the September 24 Rugby Championship win over Argentina in Durban.

Kiwi pundits give Japan their flowers

"They were always trying something different and they were changing pictures for that All Black team and it made it hard to defend."

ABs legend praises Wallabies after 'great win'

All Blacks great Andrew Mehrtens has praised the Wallabies for showing “a bit of character” in their hard-fought 16-15 win over Scotland at Murrayfield.

Carlos Spencer slams All Blacks after ‘frustrating’ performance

Rugby legend Carlos Spencer has slammed the All Blacks after a “frustrating” attacking display during their 38-31 win over Japan on Saturday.

Wallaroos star reflects on World Cup after quarter-finals exit

Wallaroos inside centre Sharni Williams said she doesn’t “want to have to be proud” after Australia were knocked out of the Rugby World Cup.

Bok legend backs prospect Henco van Wyk

Seals of approval don't come much bigger in South African rugby than that of Springboks great Bakkies Botha, that's what he's done in the case of Lions centre Henco van Wyk.

Rennie upbeat about Wallabies' chances

While the victory over Scotland did snap the Wallabies’ three match losing streak, their next Test might just be their toughest yet.

Ian Foster responds after swipe at All Blacks' aura by Jamie Joseph

All Blacks head coach Ian Foster has hit back at Jamie Joseph’s claim that teams no longer fear the All Blacks.

McCall 'staggered' that Alex Goode has only got 21 England caps

Saracens boss Mark McCall has claimed he is staggered that the long-serving Alex Goode has only won 21 England caps during his stellar career.

All Blacks fans not convinced after struggle over Japan

The All Blacks have copped a truckload of flak after a poor showing in the first Test of their end-of-year tour against Japan.

Red Roses player ratings v Australia

We break down who soared and who sunk on a rainy Auckland afternoon as the Red Roses booked their semi-final berth.

Premiership eclipsing Super Rugby, according to Harlequins assistant

Harlequins assistant Jerry Flannery believes the Gallagher Premiership has eclipsed Super Rugby as a spectacle and insists that the product remains world-class despite the recent loss of Wasps and Worcester, who have been forced into administration and reduced the league to an eleven-team tournament.

Australia pip Scotland to win close test match at Murrayfield

Scotland and Australia kicked off the end-of-year internationals in a pulsating match at Murrayfield, the Wallabies getting over the line by a solitary point.

All Blacks sneak to victory over spirited Japan side

New Zealand edged Japan in a tightly fought game in Tokyo, surviving a late rally from the Brave Blossoms to prevent a shock upset.

Robertson on Crusaders youngsters and his future

Super Rugby’s most successful coach, Scott “Razor” Robertson, has reaffirmed his ambition to take on the All Blacks coaching role.

How to watch Scotland vs. Australia

The end-of-year internationals in Europe begin with a clash between Scotland and Australia at Murrayfield. The hosts are seeking a fourth consecutive win over the Wallabies.

Areas that could swing the World Cup quarter-finals

The Rugby World Cup quarter-final draw has left us in a situation whereby there are four clear favourites to progress to the tournament’s close, but each one is faced with a banana skin.

Twickenham Test a big chance for All Blacks and Springboks

France and Ireland sit at the pinnacle of the world game at present - that's not up for debate. But is it South Africa or New Zealand who sits immediately behind them in the pecking order at present?

12 changes for All Blacks, including a first Tuivasa-Sheck start

The All Blacks have made a dozen changes to their starting XV to face Japan on Saturday, Brodie Retallick, Richie Mo’unga and Caleb Clarke the three players who have kept their places from the team that defeated Australia in round six of The Rugby Championship

Hooper recalled as Wallabies make five changes for tour opener

Dave Rennie has made five changes to his Australia team for Saturday’s Autumn Nations Series game versus Scotland following the September 24 Rugby Championship loss to New Zealand in Auckland.

Scotland name team for Australia that shows six XV changes

Gregor Townsend has named a Scotland XV to face Australia this Saturday at BT Murrayfield that has six changes from the team that agonisingly lost the Test series decider in Argentina last July.

Crusaders name 2023 squad

“The mixture of enthusiasm and experience in the squad is great and we can’t wait to see the growth of the group.”

'If he has picked on form, f*** me it was a great 20 minutes'

Former Scotland second row Jim Hamilton and ex-England out-half Andy Goode have engaged in a lengthy discussion about the controversial decision taken by Gregor Townsend to omit Finn Russell from his squad for the Scots’ upcoming four-game Autumn Nations Series.

NZR statement: Saturday's All Blacks, Black Ferns fixtures gaffe

New Zealand Rugby have issued a statement admitting it neglected to take into account the women’s World Cup schedule when organising this Saturday’s All Blacks match with Japan in Tokyo.

The Erasmus verdict on Libbok, Mngomezulu after Springboks camp

Rassie Erasmus has given his thoughts on how newcomers Manie Libbok and Sacha Mngomezulu fared during this week’s Springboks training camp in Stellenbosch.

Cockerill's England squad update zeroes in on hooker situation

England assistant Richard Cockerill has given his assessment of how Eddie Jones’ squad have fared in the early part of their Autumn Nations Series preparations in Jersey, including the intriguing battle for selection at hooker.

Italy's Tounesi suspended 12 games for biting

The Committee concluded that the player bit a Japanese player which offence merited a red card and accordingly upheld the citing complaint.

The 'quite weird' Redpath reaction to his Scotland unavailability

Cameron Redpath is finally back to full fitness and is raring to go with Scotland, but the Bath midfielder is unavailable for this Saturday’s Autumn Nations Series opener versus Australia even though his club have a bye week in the Gallagher Premiership.

Three more flyers lost to the Chiefs

While Chiefs head coach Clayton McMillan has lamented his side's lack of consistent finishing prowess in the outer channels in recent years, it appears that a handful of players representing NPC sides within the region have again been lost to other franchises.

Ireland statement: Positive injury update for Farrell's squad

Andy Farrell has had a fitness boost ahead of this November’s Autumn Nations Series, as Ireland have reported that the recent injury anxiety over Tadhg Furlong and Peter O’Mahony should be alleviated later this week.

NZ Rugby blasted for schedule clash

While the All Blacks are back on the menu this weekend, the Black Ferns will also be tackling Wales in their World Cup quarter-final, with the two games set to clash.

All Blacks and Springboks set for Twickenham clash

The All Blacks will play the Springboks in a 2023 pre-Rugby World Cup warm-up in Twickenham, it has been announced.

Four more Wales players potentially out of Autumn Nations Series

Wayne Pivac's Wales have been hit by a spate of late injuries on the eve of the Autumn Nations Series.

Lillicrap on 50 caps and facing the Black Ferns again

Wales captain Siwan Lillicrap has spoken about reaching the milestone of 50 caps after earning her first cap relatively late at the age of 28.

Slade among 3 call-ups as England confirm injury toll

Henry Slade's omission from Eddie Jones England squad has in the end been short-lived as the RFU confirm the extent of injuries suffered at the weekend.

All Blacks lose another player ahead end-of-year tour

A seventh All Blacks player has been forced to withdraw from the team's end-of-year tour of Japan and Europe.

Re-jigged Springbok Women 'so into this game'

Springbok Women head coach Stanley Raubenheimer has decided to ring the changes for their game against England.

'We came here to change the way the world thinks about Japan women's rugby'

A shock win in 2015 propelled Japan's men into the spotlight and the hope was that 2022 would see the women do the same.

Rugby World Cup 2021 quarter-final draw announced

The quarter-final draw for Rugby World Cup 2021 was announced on Sunday after a thrilling pool phase final round determined the eight teams who remain in the hunt to lift the coveted trophy in New Zealand.

'Every match between Canada and the USA is such a big rivalry for us.'

Canada claim second seed after a strong 29-14 win over USA to secure a quarter final game against.... USA again

Stormers trio earn Springboks call up

The Stormers trio of Manie Libbok, Sacha Mngomezulu and Evan Roos will travel to Stellenbosch to join up with the Springbok training camp this weekend.

Elton Jantjies breaks silence on Springboks omission

Elton Jantjies says he “supports” the decision not to include him in the Bok squad for the upcoming November tour.

All Blacks accused of poaching

Manu Samoa coach Seilala Mapusua believes New Zealand rugby’s selection of Moana Pasifika’s Super Rugby Pacific centre Levi Aumua proves the All Blacks can still cherry-pick players who are qualified for Islands nations.

Wales announce four changes to starting line up for Australia clash

There are four changes and two positional swaps in the Wales Women side named to face Australia in the Rugby World Cup on Saturday (2.15am) following defeat against New Zealand in round 2.

England will be the blockbuster test, but Scotland is the banana peel

Most would pick the England test as the toughest of this tour, and it will be tough, but Scotland is the less fancied opponent that can cause problems going under the radar.

Only one change for Scotland as they face Black Ferns

Scotland have made one change to the starting line-up ahead of this weekend’s final Rugby World Cup Pool A fixture against hosts, New Zealand, at Northland Events Centre, Whangarei.

‘This is Carys Williams, but she's running on for England?'

As Wales prepare to take on Australia in their final pool match at the Rugby World Cup, former England player Carys Williams-Morris has been given the nod to start in the centres alongside captain Hannah Jones.

Springbok Women's coach swings the axe for England

Springbok Women coach Stanley Raubenheimer has swung the axe on his underperforming team ahead of their final game of the tournament against England in Auckland on Sunday.

RFU statement: England arrange 'benchmark' pre-World Cup friendly

Eddie Jones has added an away date in Ireland to the World Cup 2023 build-up he has planned for his England squad next year. It is the fourth match that has been announced ahead of the finals in France.

The building and blossoming of The Sakura Fifteen

Sometimes, and perhaps more often than we could have dared dream –when Japanese teams dive into the pool of a World Cup, a sort of alchemy occurs. They become Goliath-slaying Davids; small dogs with the very biggest of fights in them.

Erasmus takes a pop at Eddie Jones over dual-qualified Mngomezulu

Rassie Erasmus has returned to the Springboks media spotlight with aplomb, even taking a pop at England boss Eddie Jones amid reports that Sacha Mngomezulu, the 20-year-old Stormers newcomer, is on the rival coach’s radar.

Andy Farrell includes six uncapped players in 37-man Ireland squad

Andy Farrell has named six uncapped players in his 37-man Ireland squad for the upcoming Autumn Nations Series which begins with a November 5 match in Dublin versus South Africa.

The Crusaders must spread the love

The selection of so many young, unproven Crusaders in the All Blacks XV raises the question whether New Zealand Rugby should investigate encouraging franchises to loan some of their players out around the country.

Shaun Stevenson's All Blacks XV omission fuels NRL rumours

Stevenson's play for the Maori All Blacks against Ireland was the big amplifier in discussions around his test-level potential.

The Black Ferns skipper who's leading by example

In a World Cup year, Ruahei Demant was left speechless when coach Wayne Smith asked her to captain the Black Ferns for the Pacific Four Series in June and into the upcoming home World Cup.

France's Laure Sansus ruled out of remainder of World Cup

France’s Rugby World Cup campaign has suffered a major blow with the news that scrum-half Laure Sansus has been ruled out of the rest of the tournament with a serious knee injury sustained against England.

No Dan Biggar as Wales name five uncapped players in 35-man squad

Dan Biggar has not been included in Wales’ 35-man Autumn Nations Series squad due to the continued assessment of his knee injury. Biggar went off during Northampton’s Gallagher Premiership victory over Wasps on October 9.

Erasmus breaks silence on Munster return and his 2019 Foley promise

South Africa director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has revealed that he will next month keep the poignant promise he made in 2019 about the late Anthony Foley, his former colleague at Munster who tragically passed away in his sleep in a Parisian

Black Ferns pay detracting from World Cup

Former All Blacks John Kirwan and Jeff Wilson have been left disappointed after reports surfaced last week over pay differences between the England women's team and the Black Ferns.

Dave Rennie clarifies the plan for Wallabies captaincy

The Wallabies have been boosted by the return of Michael Hooper, the most capped Wallaby captain of all-time, for their Spring tour of Europe.

Wayne Smith's biggest struggle with the Black Ferns

Black Ferns head coach Wayne Smith admitted there are aspects of coaching that Black Ferns that he struggles to adjust with compared with the All Blacks.

All Black Ardie Savea confirms he will head offshore after World Cup

All Blacks and Hurricanes loose forward Ardie Savea has confirmed he will take an offshore playing break in 2024.

The 7 major omissions from England's 36-man squad

There have been a number of omissions from Eddie Jones' England squad for the Autumn Nations Series as the men in white prepare to meet Japan, Argentina, South Africa and New Zealand.

Wales fears grow for Biggar but England set for Lawes boost

Fears are growing that Dan Biggar will be unable to lead Wales in their Autumn internationals with the outside half seeking specialist advice on his knee injury but Courtney Lawes...

Time for England to reveal plan B?

England win again, their 27th consecutive victory, but the cracks are beginning to show. Against a dogged and determined France the Red Roses finally looked fallible but had enough in the tank to see out the game.

England duo injured on eve of Autumn Nations Series

Two more England stars have been injured with just weeks to go until Eddie Jones' men contest the Autumn Nations Series.

We came here wanting to win the Rugby World Cup

A 22-12 victory over Italy sees Canada sitting atop their group and second in the seedings, with the prospect of a game against their old rivals USA looming.

Springbok Women out of World Cup after Fijian defeat

Fiji against South Africa might be viewed by some as an anti-climactic end to a weekend of international rugby, but both teams put on a show. The rugby was fast and loose, perhaps not a game for purists, but hugely entertaining nonetheless.

Japan XV bests Australia A in 15-try thriller

Japan XV has prevailed 52-48 against Australia A in a stunning 15-try point-scoring extravaganza in the final match of the teams’ three-match series, won 2-1 by Australia A.

Scotland make three changes for Australia clash

Scotland have made three alterations to the starting line-up ahead of this weekend’s Rugby World Cup match against Australia.

How the All Blacks XV can utilise Damian McKenzie

"Depending on Jordie Barrett and what his position is going to be moving forward, that double pivot role, Damo can do that position as well."

Wallaroos name side for Scotland test

“There’s been a shift in our intensity and the team is raring to compete against Scotland.”

Minutes still not guaranteed for Tuivasa-Sheck

"We're making all sorts of assessments on players, on how they're training, the energy levels and the opportunities that they need to have."

'I'm resigning because I can no longer peddle a lie'

The former Springbok Sevens captain decided to step down as Springbok Women’s Sevens coach following the Rugby World Cup Sevens in Cape Town last month.

Scorelines don't tell the full story on a record breaking RWC weekend

After a year’s wait Rugby World Cup 2021 has finally arrived, and if week one is anything to go by, it will be a tournament worth the wait with plenty to be positive about!

'England kept scoring tries and the girls started to get bored'

Fiji made their Rugby World Cup 15s debut on the weekend at Eden Park. Doing so in front of tens of thousands at Eden Park and against the number one team in the world must have been a baptism of fire.

Highlanders promote from within

The Highlanders have announced Otago NPC Coach Tom Donnelly has been appointed as their forwards coach for two years from 2023.

Could the All Blacks XV backfire on NZ Rugby?

Will the All Blacks XV act as another carrot to prevent New Zealand’s next generation of talent from taking their services offshore, or could it have the opposite effect?

Tasman flyer inks three-year deal with Crusaders

Tasman outside back Macca Springer has signed a three-year deal with the Crusaders which will see him run out for the Super Rugby Pacific champions until at least 2025.

Banks handed No 15 jersey for Australia A

Melbourne Rebels scrumhalf James Tuttle has been named to lead Australia A in their final match against the Japan XV in Osaka on Friday night.

Japan could tip over All Blacks in ambush

Former Highlanders lock Joey Wheeler has warned the All Blacks over what awaits the side on the first match of the Northern Tour.

All Blacks 'owe' Stephen Perofeta

Ian Foster said that he feels like they 'owe' Perofeta another chance to show what he has learned from being in the All Blacks environment.

Rugby needs to be the winner at the Women's Rugby World Cup

Let’s let the tournament breathe first. Let’s get a few more games under our belts, let’s get to the knockout rounds and then let’s evaluate the footy.

France 2023 statement: The sacking of CEO Claude Atcher

Claude Atcher has been sacked as CEO for the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France after a French labour investigation concluded that he oversaw an environment where bullied employees were reportedly suffering panic attacks and burnout.

Irish born Oli Jager takes a step closer to All Blacks

Irish-born tighthead Oli Jager has taken a step closer to donning the famous black jersey after being named in a 28-man All Blacks XV touring squad alongside a host of former and would-be Test players.

Emerging Ireland accused of gamesmanship after 3-nil tour of SA

The Emerging Ireland team will celebrate an unbeaten three-match tour of South Africa. However, their hosts are fuming over the obvious and blatant gamesmanship employed during the Challenge Series they competed in.

Springboks Women's coaches defend team after French thrashing

The Springboks Women team coaches have defended their players after they were thrashed in their opening Women's Rugby World Cup game at Eden Park.

Ruby Tui on how Black Ferns overcame early jitters

Star wingers Ruby Tui and Portia Woodman bagged a combined five tries while Tui was named player of the match after a terrific double and tough defensive work.

America suffer opening World Cup defeat against spirited Italian side

Italy recorded their first win over the USA in three attempts in their opening Pool B encounter on match day two of the Women’s World Cup.

All Blacks squad named for Northern Tour

The bulk of the Rugby Championship squad has been retained as the All Blacks set their sights on the Northern Tour.

Women's Rugby World Cup 2021: Australia results, schedule, standings, how to watch, squad

After a 12-month delay because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Women's Rugby World Cup 2021 is up and running in New Zealand.

New Zealand Rugby lambasted over new investment

New Zealand Rugby has raised the heckles of many online fans with their latest curious investment.

'Fantastic' Barnes set to overtake Owens' Test referee record

England referee Wayne Barnes is set to make history when he takes charge of his 100th and 101st Test matches during the upcoming November international window.

World Rugby statement: MND study findings on ex-Scottish players

World Rugby has welcomed the findings of a study which revealed concerning evidence of a considerably increased risk of motor neurone disease among former players and called for the elimination of contact training and a reduction in the global calendar.

Steven Luatua to suit up for Samoa

Two former All Blacks will join Samoa's ranks for their upcoming trip to Europe.

Springbok Women name side for RWC opener

The Springbok Women’s team to play France in their opening Pool C match of the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand has a familiar and experienced look to it, with only prop Sanelisiwe Charlie not a regular starter in the 2022 season.

Jordie Barrett confirms playing future in New Zealand

“I feel as though the Hurricanes franchise is in a really good place at the moment and I feel like the All Blacks are building towards something special.”

Can the Black Ferns lift to Red Roses level?

The Black Ferns may have demolished their opposition so far this International season, but just how close they are to competing with the northern giants of England and France is still a relative mystery.

SA Rugby statement: Rassie Erasmus and the upcoming A team tour

Fresh from the expiry of his lengthy World Rugby ban, South Africa director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has given himself an additional role on the upcoming tour of Europe.

Springbok Women: South Africa's 'deeply patriarchal' society

In August this year, the Springboks rugby teams gathered for a photo. Notice the plural in the previous sentence. But a photo is little more than window dressing. Major redevelopment is needed if the women’s Springboks are to match their male counterparts.

Why England boss Jones isn't smiling about Prem's high try count

The towering try counts which continue to mark out this season’s Gallagher Premiership might just be irking England boss Eddie Jones.

Springboks and Wales to face-off in RWC warm-up

The Springboks will face off against Wales again in 2023 as part of a series of Rugby World Cup warm-up matches to be staged in Cardiff.

England to play Fiji in RWC warm-up

The RFU have confirmed that England will play Fiji as well as a doubleheader against Wales as part of the Rugby World Cup warm-ups in 2023.

RTS responds to NRL return rumours

Rumours have now started to circulate that Roger Tuivasa-Sheck might be weighing up a return to the 13-man game - what has the man himself got to say about a shift back to rugby league?

Eddie Jones' explicit warning to players eyeing England call-ups

Eddie Jones has reacted to the new Gallagher Premiership season being launched with a glut of tries by warning his England players they will be dropped if they are vulnerable in defence.

Evan Roos' latest off the ball skirmish

Evan Roos is one of the most exciting young players in South Africa, but his temperament has been under the spotlight.

The training ground punch that nearly ended a life

Picking the form team of The Rugby Championship

Erasmus confirms his ban is over

September 30 is a momentous day in the Springboks career of Rassie Erasmus as the ten-month ban handed down to the SA director of rugby by World Rugby has finally expired.

Black Ferns zoned in for World Cup

"What I love most about it was it's almost like the scoreboard wasn't there."

These All Blacks need to learn how to win ugly

"If they were more experienced, if there was a combination that had been to the coal face a lot more, had seen consistency in selection, I felt they still would have found a way to get the job done."

Darcy Swain branded an 'absolute coward' by ex-All Black

Wallabies forward Darcy Swain has been branded 'an absolute coward' by former All Blacks flyhalf Lima Sopoaga after the latest news on the extent of New Zealand centre Quinn Tupaea's knee injury.

Trailer for England documentary gets the World Cup pulses racing

A trailer for the two-part documentary on the England women’s rugby team has whetted the appetite ahead of the October 8 start of the World Cup in New Zealand.

'Andy Farrell will not be travelling, so what I am missing here?'

An ex-Ireland and Lions out-half has questioned the value of the Emerging Ireland tour to South Africa, a trip that Andy Farrell isn't on.

Three Irish players named as concussion lawsuit proceedings begin

Three players - two of them former Ireland internationals, including David Corkery - have begun legal proceedings against the IRFU and other rugby governing bodies over concussion.

The next two pivotal instalments of the Jones vs Cheika saga

Who wouldn’t love to see ol’ Eddie Jones’ notes on Los Pumas, their first opponents come November? And also their first opponents in RWC 2023.

Referee post-match interviews could be on the cards

"I've done some work with a number of the referees around Super Rugby Pacific and certain things we're looking at and they actually just want their opportunity to explain."

Kolbe tips northern giants as World Cup 'Favourites'

He is set to return in time for the Boks’ November Tests against Ireland, France, Italy and England three years on from lifting the Webb Ellis trophy in Japan.

Behold the next two pivotal instalments of the Eddie Jones vs Michael Cheika saga

Who wouldn’t love to see ol’ Eddie Jones’ notes on Los Pumas, their first opponents come November? And also first opponents in RWC 2023.

Proposal of referee post-match interviews could clarify calls for fans

"I've done some work with a number of the referees around Super Rugby Pacific and certain things we're looking at and they actually just want their opportunity to explain."

Could cross-code star Roger Tuivasa-Sheck return to the NRL?

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck was one of rugby league's elite players, but his move across to rugby union hasn't exactly been a seamless transition.

Eddie Jones names England squad for October training camp

England head coach Eddie Jones has named a 36-man squad for his England Rugby October training camp ahead of the Autumn Nations Series.

Wallabies their own worst enemy at Eden Park

The Wallabies malfunctioned to open both tests against the All Blacks, the first game saw them drop the ball off the initial kickoff and in the second they received a yellow card in the opening minutes.

Jordie Barrett 'Loved' his start at 12

Jordie Barrett started in the All Blacks No 12 jersey for the first time on Saturday night, a positional shift from his usual fullback role but a shift that the 196cm tall Kiwi has made it known he is ready for.

Raynal on time wasting call

Referee Mathieu Raynal has addressed his controversial decision to penalise Bernard Foley in the first Bledisloe Cup Test against the All Blacks, saying "I try to do what is the most fair."

The selection questions the Boks have answered

Head coach Jacques Nienaber believes the Springboks have answered a lot of selection questions despite falling short of winning the Rugby Championship.

Wallabies score bizarre 'own try' in heavy loss to All Blacks

A contentious try by veteran second row Sam Whitelock has left many fans scratching their heads after the All Blacks defeated the Wallabies in Auckland on Saturday.

Bledisloe Cup 2022 - How to watch Wallabies vs. All Blacks

The first installment of this year's two-match Bledisloe Cup will take place tonight with Australia hosting New Zealand in Melbourne.

Fihaki extends stay with Crusaders

Dynamic young utility back Chay Fihaki has re-signed with the Crusaders, presenting exciting prospects for the team taking the field in the 2023 season.

RTS's rare opportunity to showcase development

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is set to make his second appearance for the All Blacks this season, having been named on the bench for their Bledisloe Cup clash with the Wallabies.

All Blacks team to play Wallabies

All Blacks selectors Ian Foster, Joe Schmidt and Jason Ryan have announced the match-day 23 for this week’s Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship Test against Australia at Eden Park in Auckland.

Wallabies lock banned after dangerous cleanout

Australia's Darcy Swain is set for a spell on the sideline after a dangerous act during the first Bledisloe Cup match.

Swain 'devastated' following Tupaea injury

While a significant injury wasn't confirmed at the time, the replays didn't project well for Tupaea, as his knee buckled at an unnatural angle.

Two-Test All Black joins Hurricanes coaching group

Former All Blacks prop Jamie Mackintosh has been named as the Hurricanes' new set-piece coach for the upcoming Super Rugby Pacific season.

Two changes to Springboks team and bomb squad is also beefed up

Jacques Nienaber has named a Springboks team showing two changes for this Saturday’s Rugby Championship finale versus Argentina in Durban.

England World Cup squad features six survivors from 2014 title win

England have named a squad featuring six survivors from their 2014 World Cup triumph for their bid to claim New Zealand’s crown this autumn.

Chiefs loosie heading to Japan

Chiefs loose forward Mitch Brown will head to Japan at the end of the provincial season, with the 29-year-old signing a two-year deal with the Yokohama Eagles.

Watch: Aumua produces two stunning assists

Tasman Mako centre Levi Aumua has produced two incredible try assists in the space of three minutes but it wasn't enough to prevent Auckland.

Ex-All Black comes in to bat for Wallaby flyhalf

Former All Black wing John Kirwan has come to the defence of Wallabies flyhalf Bernard Foley after his late game stalling cost his side.

'You're running out of time': Kiwi pundit calls for All Blacks to give Tuivasa-Sheck a shot

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is currently playing for Auckland in the NPC after being released from the All Blacks' Rugby Championship squad.

How the All Blacks have philosophically changed since Ireland

The attacking kicks have continually found their mark and the All Blacks have turned into the best kicking team in the world over the last two months with four quality kicking options outside the halfback.

Springboks call up 2 players ahead of final Test

The Springboks have called up two players ahead of their final Rugby Championship match against Argentina at Hollywoodbets Kings Park in Durban on Saturday.

Springboks get hit for a try with the same play

Argentinian midfielder Matias Moroni was the recipient on this occasion, ripping through the heart of the South African ruck defence.

Springbok head coach Jacques Nienaber praises spirit

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber praised his team’s fighting spirit to grind their way to a crucial 36-20 victory against Argentina.

'I’d recommend it to anyone, definitely do it - you’ll love it'

Joe Marchant was at it again on Saturday, the midfielder demonstrating his invaluable backline flexibility by filling in on the Harlequins right wing and exhibiting the fast twitch that now makes him a regular Test-level player with England.

'I'm sorry Nic' - Raynal and White's heated exchange after final whistle

Unseen footage released by an Australian network reveals Mathieu Raynal apologised to Nic White after his late refereeing call helped New Zealand beat Australia....

Shock omission flagged in England's World Cup squad

Sources in the UK are reporting that Natasha ‘Mo’ Hunt is set to miss out on England Women’s Rugby World Cup squad.

'Ridiculous call' - Matthieu Raynal underfire for critical call

'Ridiculous call': That's how Australian commentators Morgan Turini and Tim Horan on Stan Sport described Mathieu Raynal's late time-wasting call that gave the All Blacks' the opportunity to strike back in the final play of the game.

Wallabies player ratings vs All Blacks

The Wallabies have fallen to a heart-breaking defeat to the All Blacks in Melbourne. Who were their most impressive performers in the loss?

Seven changes for Argentina as Cheika reacts to Hamilton hammering

Michael Cheika has made seven changes to his Argentina side as they look to remain in The Rugby Championship title race with this Saturday’s home game in Buenos Aires versus the Springboks.

Watch: Rieko Ioane's rocks and diamonds plays

Rieko Ioane's best position in the backline has long been debated. Against the Wallabies in Melbourne, he showed off both his strengths and his weaknesses in the midfield.

Foster and Rennie disagree over controversial call

The two opposing coaches from Thursday night's Bledisloe Cup encounter in Melbourne unsurprisingly shared different views of referee Mathie Raynal's controversial decision in the dying moments of the game.

Bledisloe Cup 2022: When was the last time the Wallabies won the Bledisloe?

So, the wait goes on. The Wallabies were beaten 39-37 in Melbourne on Thursday night ending their hopes of claiming the Bledisloe Cup that the All Blacks have had a mortgage on since 2002.