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Tom Willis confirms international return after England exile

Saracens No.8 Tom Willis will line up for the Barbarians against Wales this June after being named in Robbie Deans’ squad for the clash at Allianz Stadium, Twic

Cornish Pirates boosted by ‘milestone’ seven-figure deal with US private equity firm

Stonewood take minority stake in Champ club Pirates officials call it a ‘landmark’ deal Cornish Pirates have stolen a march on some bigger sides in the Prem b

Bakkies Botha names All Black legend as toughest opponent

The iconic Springbok enforcer Bakkies Botha has opened up on the men who gave him the sternest challenges during his career. Often described as the “hardest of

Rugby Union Weekly

Sara, Kat Merchant and Philippa Tuttiett debate the size 4.5 ball and preview round four.

Bundee Aki’s decision to nearly quit rugby explained

Before becoming one of Ireland’s most recognisable players, Bundee Aki came dangerously close to walking away from rugby altogether. After falling out of the pr

The Ireland Rugby Social Podcast

Gavin and Lindsay are joined by Ulster and Ireland international Brittany Hogan.

World Rugby change reduces number of foreign-born players in Ireland and Scotland squads

World Rugby have quietly tweaked a key rule — and it could seriously shake up Test squads, especially in Ireland and Scotland. In 2024, the residency qualificat

Bristol sign Davies as cover for hooker Oghre

Bristol hooker Garbiel Oghre will miss the rest of the season with a knee injury, with Doncaster's Fred Davies joining on a temporary deal.

Ireland must be 'more clinical' in final two games

Assistant coach Alan O'Connor admits Ireland must be "more clinical" as they attempt to turn the page on last month's Women's Six Nations loss to France.

Super Rugby: Team News for Round 13 – George Bower makes 100th Crusaders cap

The 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season continues to roll on at a frantic pace, with Round 13 set to commence this Friday night down in the Southern Hemisphere. Joi

Dalton: Ireland ready to hit 'another level' v Wales

After a weekend off, Ireland are ready to go "up another level" as they look to cap off another improved Guinness Women's Six Nations campaign, according to cen

Adam Hastings banned from rugby with immediate effect

Glasgow Warriors will be without experienced playmaker Adam Hastings until the United Rugby Championship play-offs after the fly-half was handed a two-match ban

Two Six Nations wins key to back up Irish fighting talk

Hannah O'Connor says Ireland need to finish off their Women's Six Nations campaign with two home wins to back up their fighting talk.

'It's like Boca v River' - how Argentine Moro was sold East Midlands derby

Leicester's Argentine flanker Joaquin Moro says their East Midlands derby meeting with Northampton Saints has been compared to the Superclasico between River Pl

Gallagher PREM Rugby unveil HUGE new Trophy – It’s Twice as Heavy as before!

Gallagher PREM Rugby have unveiled a huge new trophy, that will be presented to the winners of the 2025/26 season. With the league set to culminate on Saturday,

Legendary racing trainer Andrew Balding’s 18-year-old son is a 6ft 10 future Gloucester lock

Whilst some of the world’s accomplished sporting families stick to a singular on-field event, be it a solo or team sport – the Baldings are steadily bucking tha

Press Pass | Connacht v Munster

The Munster squad are currently preparing to face Connacht at Dexcom Stadium for Saturday’s URC Round 17 clash (KO 7.45pm). Hear from Mossy Lawler, Alex Kendell

Scarlets confirm signing of Welsh-Qualified lock from Bath – former England U18s star

Scarlets have announced the signing of Welsh-qualified second row Harvey Cuckson from Bath. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent

Every ‘Foreign born’ Player in 2026 Women’s Six Nations – Australian talent set for England debut

The 2026 Women’s Six Nations returns this weekend, with England travelling out to face Italy in Parma. Red Roses head coach John Mitchell has named his side, an

“Hates them” – England centre Mike Tindall explains his medals

Mike Tindall, a former professional rugby player and member of the royal family, has received three medals since marrying Zara in 2011. The first of these, an M

New investment could boost Exeter squad - Baxter

Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter says fresh investment in the club could allow some new players to join this summer.

Connacht v Munster: Team News, Kickoff Time, TV Info

Jim Hamilton Sees Two Ominous Warning Signs For Leinster From Semi-Final Win

Jim Hamilton has said that there were two dangerous warning signs for Leinster ahead of their Champions Cup final against Bordeaux

Rugby union’s Pacific heartlands threatened by NRL spree after Moana Pasifika’s collapse

It is feared soft-power politics and a $240m war-chest could leave Samoa and Tonga uniquely vulnerable There’s a new war in the Pacific brewing, with the Super

Leinster and Ulster are Bilbaound, Ireland's W6N home run

Neil Treacy is joined by Brett Igoe and Jonny Holland as we look back on Leinster and Ulster's Champions and Challenge Cup semi-final wins, while Hannah O'Conno

Energia All-Ireland League Awards Nominees Announced

The shortlist of nominees for the Energia All-Ireland League Awards 2025/26 season has been announced ahead of the awards night to be held in Energia Park on Th

Gallery | Connacht Preparations

The Munster squad are continuing their preparations ahead of their round 17 fixture against Connacht in the URC this Saturday, May 9th, 7.45pm kick-off. Gallery

Galway-Born Prop Connolly ‘Thrilled’ To Join Connacht

Connacht Rugby has announce a further new arrival to their playing squad for next season, with the signing of tighthead prop Thomas Connolly. A native of Kinvar

Best Uncapped Player from EVERY Tier One Rugby Nation

Making the senior test debut for your country, is one of the golden career milestones that all professional rugby players strive to achieve. Pulling on your nat

Transfer News: Ben Earl could make shock cross-code switch

Rugby league’s biggest clubs are beginning to circle Ben Earl after the England international admitted he has considered switching codes. According to City AM,