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Rugby Daily Digest – October 1, 2026

The latest rugby headlines, team news, match reaction, injury updates and talking points from across the sport.

Australia rugby star reveals shock MND diagnosis at 37 as sport rocked overnight

The former Test hooker was previously diagnosed with cystic fibrosis as a baby

Wales Online


Ardie’s new club revealed

All Blacks captain Ardie Savea’s new Super Rugby home has finally been made public.

SA Rugby Mag


Former Wallabies star Nathan Charles diagnosed with motor neurone disease at age 37

When the doctor confirmed the shattering news, he had to ask one obvious yet chilling question.

7news


Wallabies centre banned for Sacha hit

Published on October 1, 2026 The Wallabies have been dealt a massive blow ahead of their Bledisloe Cup double-header against the All Blacks this month.

SA Rugby magazine


Marky Mark has set the NRL alight. But he’ll still have to earn Wallabies spot

Wallabies coach Les Kiss says the high praise for Mark Nawaqanitawase’s league stint is justified, but there are no selection guarantees when he returns to rugby next month.

Sydney Morning Herald


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Hurricanes bolster squad with signing of six-time Super Rugby champion

The Hurricanes have called upon six-time Super Rugby Pacific champion Bryn Hall to back up Cameron Roigard for the 2027 season, signing the former Crusaders and Blues halfback on a one-year deal.

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Munster statement: CEO Ian Flanagan steps down

Munster have confirmed that chief executive Ian Flanagan will step down from his role at the end of October, bringing his tenure at the province to a close.

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Neil Barnes on Beauden Barrett: ‘He’s earned his stripes from what he does on the paddock’

Barrett was named in the outside-backs group, while the Highlanders’ Josh Jacomb and the Crusaders’ Richie Mo’unga were named as the squad’s "first-fives".

Rugby Pass


Rennie reveals Bok Test venues

All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has let slip where his team will face the Springboks in two Tests in New Zealand next year.

SA Rugby Mag


Bulls rejig backline for Munster battle

The Bulls have made three personnel changes and a positional switch to their backline for Saturday night’s URC match against Munster at Thomond Park.

SA Rugby Mag


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Clohessy and Gallagher handed first Ireland starts

Ireland head coach Scott Bemand hands first starts to Jane Clohessy and Niamh Gallagher for Saturday’s Test with Japan.

BBC


Paul Gustard rewarded with new Stade Francais deal after turnaround

Former Leicester Tigers and Harlequins boss Paul Gustard will remain Stade Français boss until at least 2029 after agreeing to a two-year extension to his deal, which was due to run out at the end of this season.

Rugby Pass


Wales star returns for derby and English rugby boss sparks fresh controversy

The latest rugby news from Wales and around the world

Wales Online


Rugby World Cup 2027 marks one year to go with ticket sales milestone

It’s officially one year until Rugby’s pinnacle tournament, the Rugby World Cup, with World Rugby celebrating a special ticketing milestone for the tournament, which will be held in Australia between October 1 and 13 November 2027. 1.

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‘The gap’s getting bigger’: The changing face of English rugby

Six Nations titles, low-scoring games and former rugby league players: three things that have seemingly vanished from men’s rugby union in England.

Rugby Pass

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