Schalk Burger urges World Rugby to reverse pre-match referee meeting ban
Former Springboks captain Schalk Burger has called on World Rugby to reverse its ban on one-on-one pre-match meetings between coaches and referees, following tension between South Africa and New Zealand.
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Eastern Suburbs defeat Warringah 31-15 to win Shute Shield title
Eastern Suburbs secured the Shute Shield championship with a comprehensive 31-15 victory over Warringah at Leichhardt Oval, redeeming themselves after last year’s grand final defeat.
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Queensland Reds outline five-year plan to become global rugby powerhouse
Queensland Reds executives David Hanham and Sam Cordingley have launched a five-year strategy focused on on-field success and financial stability to establish the club as a global rugby powerhouse.
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Cardiff Rugby names squad for pre-season opener against Worcester
Cardiff Rugby has named a 29-man squad captained by Daf Hughes for their pre-season opener against Worcester, marking head coach Corniel van Zyl’s first full campaign in charge.
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Japan dominates depleted Canada with 57-12 victory in Niigata
A dominant set-piece performance guided Japan to a comfortable 57-12 win over a depleted Canada side, which was missing several key players including flyhalf Cooper Coats.
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Oli Kebble says Dave Rennie knows how to pressure Rassie Erasmus
Stormers prop Oli Kebble has highlighted All Blacks coach Dave Rennie’s ability to handle media pressure and successfully get under the skin of Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus.
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Sevens stars feature in domestic action as NPC season intensifies
Several prominent international sevens players, including Payton Spencer and Sam Clarke, are featuring in New Zealand’s NPC competition as domestic and international seasons ramp up.
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Wallace Sititi targets strong impact against Springboks
All Blacks loose forward Wallace Sititi is eager to make a significant impact if given the opportunity to play against the Springboks at FNB Stadium this Saturday.
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Harry Wilson balances tactics as Wallabies chase fifth straight win
Wallabies captain Harry Wilson is managing his tactical approach carefully as he returns to a highly competitive backrow, with Australia aiming for a fifth consecutive victory.
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Carter Gordon injury rumors proven incorrect
Recent media reports and rumors suggesting that Australian flyhalf Carter Gordon had suffered an injury have been confirmed as incorrect.
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Portugal appoints Lesley McKenzie to coaching staff ahead of Nations Cup
Portugal has boosted its coaching staff for the upcoming Nations Cup by appointing Lesley McKenzie, who previously spent six years in charge of Japan’s Sakura Fifteen.
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Len Ikitau’s potential Exeter return after 2027 World Cup uncertain
Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter has revealed that the prospects of Wallabies star Len Ikitau returning to the club after the 2027 World Cup remain uncertain.
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Worboys stars with 23 points as Manawatu ends North Harbour’s streak
Former England Under-18 player Worboys kicked nine successful goals to score 23 points, leading Manawatu to a victory that snapped North Harbour’s three-game winning streak.
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