Louis Rees-Zammit admits rugby return has not gone to plan
Welsh star Louis Rees-Zammit conceded he is still searching for his best form nearly a year after ending his NFL pursuit, admitting his return to rugby has not been as smooth as hoped.
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England and Argentina set to clash in Nations Championship
England and Argentina will face off in Santiago del Estero as part of rugby’s Nations Championship on Saturday, shortly after their recent match in the FIFA World Cup semi-finals.
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Former Wales U21 prop Geraint Liddon dies at 45 after cancer battle
Former Beddau, Caerphilly, and Pontypridd prop Geraint Liddon has passed away at age 45. Before his death, he raised over £4,000 for charity and donated ticket sales to mental health support.
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Junior Boks prepare to face France in World Championship Final
Junior Boks head coach Kevin Foote stated his squad has prepared effectively during the week to face a formidable French team in the World Rugby Junior World Championship Final.
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Concern grows as England’s Henry Pollock set to exceed player welfare limit
England star Henry Pollock is set to exceed the RFU’s player welfare limit again this weekend, prompting concern from officials over his overall workload and physical demands.
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SA Rugby Magazine predicts Springboks win over Wales and All Blacks victory
The SA Rugby magazine team’s Superbru predictions forecast another dominant win for the Springboks against Wales, alongside an All Blacks victory over Ireland to extend their Eden Park streak.
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Jack Willis remains ineligible for England selection due to RFU ruling
Despite being considered one of the world’s best flankers, Toulouse star Jack Willis remains unable to play for England due to the RFU’s selection policy regarding overseas players.
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Wales lock Alaw Pyrs signs new Gloucester-Hartpury contract
Wales international lock Alaw Pyrs has signed a contract extension to remain with Premiership Women’s Rugby side Gloucester-Hartpury.
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Felipe Contepomi highlights rugby’s growing popularity in Argentina
Head coach Felipe Contepomi says amateur rugby is booming across all social classes in Argentina, despite the country lacking a professional club team since the Jaguares folded.
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Tupou Vaa’i discusses inspiration behind his aggressive style of play
All Blacks forward Tupou Vaa’i has revealed that a former New Zealand international inspired him to embrace his on-field reputation as an aggressive competitor and "menace."
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Scotland fans reflect on Fijian players’ impact ahead of Murrayfield clash
As Scotland prepares to host Fiji at Murrayfield, supporters are celebrating the historic and exciting contributions made by Fijian players to the Scottish rugby community.
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Gloucester appoints former Premiership prop Ryan Bower as new scrum coach
Gloucester has appointed former Premiership prop Ryan Bower to replace Trevor Woodman as scrum coach. Bower, who coached at nearby Hartpury, joins amid tight budget constraints at the club.
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Australian-born prop Charlie Abel to make USA Eagles debut at 34
Australian-born prop Charlie Abel is set to earn his first international cap for the USA Men’s Eagles at the age of 34 in their World Rugby Nations Cup match against Spain.
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Wales U20 captain Deian Gwynne tipped for senior World Cup squad
Wales Under-20s co-captain Deian Gwynne will conclude his youth career against Scotland, with coach Richard Whiffin tipping the 20-year-old forward for a senior World Cup call-up next year.
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Analysis highlights Wallabies’ second-half struggles ahead of Perth clash
Rugby analysts point to the Wallabies’ tendency to fade in the second half of matches as a key area of concern, offering opponents a clear pathway to victory ahead of the game in Perth.
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