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Rugby Daily Digest – September 23, 2026

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

South Africa make 13 changes for Wallabies Test in Perth

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has named a heavily rotated starting line-up featuring 13 changes for Sunday’s one-off Test match against Australia in Perth.

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Stormers welcome back Siya Kolisi and Springbok stars for URC campaign

The DHL Stormers are welcoming back three returning Springbok superstars, including Siya Kolisi, as the South African franchise targets a second United Rugby Championship title.

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France lock Cloé Correa handed two-match ban after red card against Australia

France lock Cloé Correa has received a two-match suspension following a red card for contact with the eye area of Australia’s Michaela Leonard, after World Rugby ruled the contact was not deliberate.

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Wales prop Corey Domachowski opens up on mental health struggles

Wales and Cardiff prop Corey Domachowski has spoken candidly about his mental health struggles ahead of this weekend’s United Rugby Championship clash against the Scarlets.

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Exeter boss Rob Baxter backs Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to shine at World Cup

Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter believes winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso has the potential to be a standout player for England at next summer’s World Cup, provided he remains fit.

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Cardiff Rugby and Cardiff University announce dual-career partnership

Cardiff Rugby and Cardiff University have launched a joint initiative combining elite rugby development with higher education, aiming to prevent young Welsh talent from moving to English clubs.

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Former Black Ferns flanker Rochelle Martin inducted into Hall of Fame

Former New Zealand flanker Rochelle Martin has been named the 180th inductee into the World Rugby Hall of Fame, celebrating a career that featured 31 victories in 32 Tests for the Black Ferns.

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Jamie George reveals he nearly quit England duty under Eddie Jones

England hooker Jamie George has opened up about the negative environment during the latter years of Eddie Jones’ tenure, revealing he considered retiring from international rugby on multiple occasions.

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Girls’ rugby participation in England rises by 49% through legacy project

A report on the RFU’s Impact ’25 legacy programme shows a 49% increase in girls’ club rugby participation over four years, alongside significant facility upgrades and a rise in female coaches.

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Dan McFarland excited by Red Bull backing for Newcastle Falcons

Newcastle Falcons head coach Dan McFarland is looking to leverage the support and mentality of the club’s Red Bull-backed ownership group to build a competitive squad in the Premiership.

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Wallabies hooker Lachlan Lonergan returns to Brumbies squad

ACT Brumbies have welcomed back eight-Test Wallabies hooker Lachlan Lonergan to their matchday squad following his recovery from minor off-season surgery.

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Tom Shanklin praises influx of high-profile signings in Welsh rugby

Former Wales centre Tom Shanklin believes the arrival of major international signings across the four Welsh regions will boost competitiveness and bring valuable experience to the URC season.

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Scarlets back youngster Osian Williams to step up amid injury concerns

With Fletcher Anderson and Taine Plumtree sidelined by injuries, Scarlets director of rugby Nigel Davies has backed 20-year-old back-rower Osian Williams to make a breakthrough impact.

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Ultimate Sevens heads to Brentford after dramatic Biarritz leg

Following victories for Pacific Current’s women and Albion Athletic’s men in Biarritz, the inaugural Ultimate Sevens competition is set for its final round at Brentford Community Stadium in London.

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