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“£80m blow” – Nations Championship rocked as finals weekend plans scrapped
The Nations Championship has suffered a significant setback after Qatar withdrew from an £80 million agreement to host the tournament's finals in 2028 and 2032. The decision will also end its planned title sponsorship deal with Qatar Airways, due to ongoing uncertainty in the…
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England confirm new Steve Borthwick exit date as RFU make final decision
Steve Borthwick's future as England head coach has been decided, with the RFU making its position clear despite a disastrous Six Nations campaign. England won just one match in this year's championship, leaving Borthwick facing serious questions over his future. However, Rugby…
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Michael Carrick receives backing from World Cup-winning coach
World Cup-winning England head coach Sir Clive Woodward has shared his thoughts on Manchester United manager Michael Carrick's future, with the former midfielder facing mounting pressure at Old Trafford. Woodward coached England between 1997 and 2004, leading the national team…
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Former Māori All Black will make his debut for England this weekend
England A have named their matchday squad for Friday’s clash against Argentina XV, with a former Māori All Black set to make his first appearance in an England shirt. Newcastle Red Bulls’ Max Hicks, who has been capped by New Zealand A and the Maori All Blacks, could make his…
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Andy Farrell drops key Ireland star as fans question shock selection call
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has made a surprise selection call ahead of Friday night's clash with Argentina, leaving Jamison Gibson-Park out of his starting XV. Munster scrum-half Craig Casey has been handed the number nine shirt, with Gibson-Park named among the…
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"Tallest player in rugby" - Newcastle Red Bulls sign 6ft11 giant with immediate effect
Newcastle Red Bulls have bolstered their squad with two short-term signings, bringing in Edinburgh lock Rob Carmichael and Great Britain 7s scrum-half Kaleem Barreto. Carmichael is a Scottish second-rower who joins on-loan from Edinburgh Rugby, and has formerly played for…
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Joe Marler returns to England squad for the 2026 Autumn Internationals
Former England prop Joe Marler is back in the England camp. Yes, really. The 36-year-old has made a surprise return to the national team setup as Steve Borthwick prepares his side for Sunday's Nations Championship opener against Australia. But before anyone starts dusting off…
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“Junior" - Rugby legend Rupeni Caucaunibuca's son gets first international call-up
The son of legendary Fiji winger Rupeni Caucaunibuca has earned a place in the Fijian Latui squad, the newly formed Europe-based team representing Fiji. The Fiji Rugby Union have named a 37-man squad to face a Munster Selection side on November 14, before taking on Ireland A the…
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Warren Gatland lands new role after missing out on Fiji job
Warren Gatland has secured a new role with World Rugby after missing out on the Fiji head coach job. The former Wales boss has been appointed as a coaching consultant, while his long-time assistant Jonathan Humphreys has also landed a new role with the governing body. Fiji…
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Jerry Collins would have turned 46 today – his daughter is now following in his footsteps
All Blacks legend Jerry Collins would have celebrated his 46th birthday today, November 4, with his rugby legacy now living on through the next generation. The former New Zealand flanker was one of the most feared players in world rugby, famous for his enormous tackles and…
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Wales team to play Japan: Louis Rees-Zammit starts as 'surprised' selection call made
Wales face Japan at Principality Stadium in the second instalment of the Nations Championship. For the opening fixture against the Brave Blossoms, head coach Steve Tandy named a 39-player squad for this month’s action. After their meeting with Eddie Jones’ side, Wales face New…
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Rassie Erasmus 'not angry' after All Blacks poach key Springboks coach
Springboks boss Rassie Erasmus has insisted he holds no grudges after the All Blacks secured the services of his attack coach Tony Brown. The New Zealander will leave South Africa following the 2027 Rugby World Cup before joining their biggest rivals in 2028. Brown has been a…
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England legend forced to pull out of I'm A Celebrity amid cheating allegations
Former England rugby star Danny Cipriani reportedly missed out on a six-figure I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! deal following the breakdown of his marriage. The former fly-half had been lined up for the 2023 series, but withdrew just days before the programme began. His…
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Brian O'Driscoll leaves Bundee Aki out as he picks Ireland XV to face Argentina
Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll has left Bundee Aki out of his predicted starting XV for Friday night's Nations Championship clash with Argentina. The former Ireland captain has backed Stuart McCloskey and Robbie Henshaw to start in midfield, with Aki among several big names…
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Every Autumn squad ranked by foreign-born players – England among lowest
We've ranked all 12 Autumn Nations Championship squads by the percentage of foreign-born players – with some surprising results for England, Scotland and the Springboks. One nation has more than 40% of its squad born overseas, while another has just one foreign-born player.…
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French side confirm signing of 68-cap All Black with immediate effect
Top 14 club Clermont have signed an All Blacks prop on a short-term deal to bolster their injury-hit front row. The French side have secured the services of 68-cap New Zealand international Ofa Tuʻungafasi, who will join immediately on a three-month contract as a medical joker.…
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The 10 greatest flankers in rugby history ranked – Springboks legend beats Richie McCaw to top spot
Some of rugby's greatest players have worn the number six and seven shirts, but who deserves to be called the greatest flanker of all time? From World Cup winners to breakdown specialists, the position has produced some of the toughest and most talented players in the sport's…
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"I wasn't happy"- Wales coach demands improvements ahead of Nations Championship
Wales defence coach Peter Murchie has called for major improvements ahead of their Nations Championship match against Japan this Saturday. After joining from Japan's Kobelco Kobe Steelers, this will be Murchie’s second campaign as Wales’ defence coach, with the 2027 Rugby World…
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"Something is going on" - Springboks legend explains why England aren't a threat
Springboks great Victor Matfield has compared Scotland and England, suggesting the form of the Scottish clubs makes them a tougher challenge. The former South African international is widely regarded as one of the greatest locks in rugby history. He captained the Springboks and…
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England star stood down and ruled out of entire Autumn Internationals
England have been dealt another major injury blow, with Alex Mitchell ruled out of the entire Autumn Internationals. The Northampton Saints scrum-half was left out of Steve Borthwick's latest squad on Monday, although the full extent of his injury was unclear at the time.…