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“I don’t want to leave rugby when I’m clinging on” – Maro Itoje reveals retirement date
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Harlequins coaching target confirms next move
Chinnor have secured a major boost ahead of next season with the news that Nick Easter has agreed to extend his stay at the club, ending speculation about a potential… The post Harlequins coaching target confirms next move appeared first on Ruck.
Newcastle sign Edinburgh fly-half Healy on loan
Newcastle Red Bulls bring in Edinburgh fly-half Ben Healy on loan for the rest of the season.
“Absolute dogs***” – Format change confirmed for 2027 Rugby World Cup
Donncha O’Callaghan has ripped into the new-look 2027 Rugby World Cup format — even with Ireland handed what many see as their smoothest-ever path to the final. World Rugby’s expansion from… The post “Absolute dogs***” – Format change confirmed for 2027 Rugby World Cup appeared first on Ruck.
Newcastle Red Bulls sign Scotland international until end of the season
Edinburgh’s Ben Healy has completed a loan move to Newcastle Red Bulls, where he will remain until the end of the current season. Join RUCK’s Instagram broadcast channel and get… The post Newcastle Red Bulls sign Scotland international until end of the season appeared first on Ruck.
2026 Super Rugby Americas – Round Five summary: Dogos avenge Peñarol defeat as Selknam bounce back
In round five of the 2026 Super Rugby Americas, Dogos avenged last season’s defeat in the final with a convincing 32-22 victory over Peñarol in Córdoba. The post 2026 Super Rugby Americas – Round Five summary: Dogos avenge Peñarol defeat as Selknam bounce back appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Quins feel pain, Russell prevails & Tigers tear it up - Prem talking points
The Prem returned with a bang as Leicester ran it from deep, Finn Russell goaded and glided his way to victory and Harlequins slipped deeper into the mire.
PREM Rugby: Team of the Week for Round 11
Round 11 of PREM Rugby marked a welcome return to domestic action after the Six Nations, and it did not disappoint. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest… The post PREM Rugby: Team of the Week for Round 11 appeared first on Ruck.
Saints won despite 'every error in the playbook'
The Northampton centre says the team has high standards and handling errors let Newcastle back into the game.
Springbok Asenathi Ntlabakanye to attend hearing over banned substance allegation
Springbok tighthead prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye is set to appear at a disciplinary hearing this week following allegations of using banned substances. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest… The post Springbok Asenathi Ntlabakanye to attend hearing over banned substance allegation appeared first on Ruck.
“Major handful” – Five England hopefuls who stood out this weekend
England’s underwhelming Six Nations has left Steve Borthwick with big decisions and several positions now open for competition. With the PREM Rugby season heating up, a number of players have… The post “Major handful” – Five England hopefuls who stood out this weekend appeared first on Ruck.
England to host Canada in Rugby World Cup final rematch
England will face Canada in a rematch of the 2025 Women's World Cup final as part of a trio of fixtures in the WXV Global Series in September.
“Total disaster” – Nigel Owens says ONE rugby law needs scrapping immediately
Former referee Nigel Owens has issued a characteristically blunt verdict on rugby’s laws, welcoming some of the recent tweaks but slamming others as a “total disaster” that should be scrapped… The post “Total disaster” – Nigel Owens says ONE rugby law needs scrapping immediately appeared first on Ruck.
Dan Carter names Springbok as his toughest opponent
l Blacks icon Dan Carter, celebrated as one of the finest fly-halves in rugby history and arguably the greatest back of the professional era, has opened up about the toughest opponents… The post Dan Carter names Springbok as his toughest opponent appeared first on Ruck.
Chessum makes Tigers purr on return from England duty as Bristol fall short
Leicester 33-19 Bristol Victory lifts Leicester into third place in Prem table Swapping the bright Saturday night lights of the Stade de France for the rusty old Crumbie Stand can be a real mental challenge. There is certainly less demand for foie gras in Aylestone but for certain people nothing beats a constant diet of rugby. England’s Ollie Chessum did occasionally look a tad weary during another selfless 80-minute shift but a vital 33-19 Leicester win made all those hard yards worthwhile. T
Leicester dig deep to beat play-off rivals Bristol
Leicester climb above fellow play-off hopefuls Bristol into third place in The Prem with a thrilling bonus-point 33-19 win at Welford Road.
Title-chasing Stormers overcome tenacious Dragons
Stormers move back to second in the United Rugby Championship with a four-try victory against Dragons in Cape Town.
The five greatest halfback partnerships in rugby history (Ranked 5-1)
Halfback pairings are the engine room of any great rugby team. The connection between scrum-half and fly-half dictates tempo, shapes attacking patterns, and often decides the biggest matches. The very… The post The five greatest halfback partnerships in rugby history (Ranked 5-1) appeared first on Ruck.
Gethin Jones' split from famous fiancee, sports career and Helen Skelton romance claims
BBC star Gethin Jones has piqued fans' interest due to his personal life
England handed nightmare start to the 2027 Six Nations, Fixtures confirmed
2027 Six Nations fixtures confirmed: England and Steve Borthwick handed a nightmare start to the tournament. ⭐ Save us to your Google Favourites for nonstop RUCK content! Next year’s tournament will kick… The post England handed nightmare start to the 2027 Six Nations, Fixtures confirmed appeared first on Ruck.
Newcastle Red Bulls ready to add ‘world-class’ International winger
Newcastle Red Bulls are continuing their aggressive recruitment drive ahead of next season, with RUCK sources indicating they are targeting a marquee winger signing. ⭐ Save us to your Google Favourites for… The post Newcastle Red Bulls ready to add ‘world-class’ International winger appeared first on Ruck.
Martin Johnson makes his feelings clear on England captain Maro Itoje
Former England captain and 2003 Rugby World Cup winner Martin Johnson has delivered a blunt message to current skipper Maro Itoje — no one’s place in this team is safe. Johnson, one of England’s… The post Martin Johnson makes his feelings clear on England captain Maro Itoje appeared first on Ruck.
Tournament Regulars OUT of the 2027 Rugby World Cup
Namibia’s long-standing presence at the Rugby World Cup has come to an end, as they failed to qualify for the 2027 tournament in Australia. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here… The post Tournament Regulars OUT of the 2027 Rugby World Cup appeared first on Ruck.
Richie McCaw explains why he rejected a knighthood
While Sir Steve Hansen earned his knighthood in 2019 after an era-defining run with the All Blacks, there’s always another name that sparks debate: Richie McCaw. Widely regarded as the greatest… The post Richie McCaw explains why he rejected a knighthood appeared first on Ruck.
Former England wing Chris Ashton urges RFU to listen to players on Steve Borthwick decision
England bosses have been urged to copy the All Blacks lead and give the players influence over the future coaching direction of the team. The post Former England wing Chris Ashton urges RFU to listen to players on Steve Borthwick decision appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
It’s a hard road back to the top of the Prem for Northampton Saints
Northampton Saints returned to the top of the Prem table with a hard-fought one-point win over Newcastle Red Bulls. The post It’s a hard road back to the top of the Prem for Northampton Saints appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Stephen Jones to focus on attack at Newcastle Red Bulls
Stephen Jones believes this year’s Six Nations has shown the game is in fine fettle as he looks to bring the same attacking mindset to Newcastle Red Bulls. The post Stephen Jones to focus on attack at Newcastle Red Bulls appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Jeremy Guscott: Now is the time for England to learn to be streetwise
It’s been hailed as the best ever Six Nations because of its topsy-turvy nature, unpredictability, and exciting edge-of-the-seat stuff, as well as the tournament in which the most tries have been scored. The post Jeremy Guscott: Now is the time for England to learn to be streetwise appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Harlequins 19-26 Gloucester: Arthur Clark has a day to remember
George Skivington’s Gloucester savoured the spring sunshine to stun Harlequins and lift their Premiership morale. The post Harlequins 19-26 Gloucester: Arthur Clark has a day to remember appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Benetton 31-19 Ospreys: Jac Morgan is only bright spot for the Welsh side
Ospreys’ URC playoff hopes suffered a blow as they went down to defeat in Treviso against Benetton, with Ross Moriarty picking up two yellow cards. The post Benetton 31-19 Ospreys: Jac Morgan is only bright spot for the Welsh side appeared first on The Rugby Paper.