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Rugby Daily Digest – September 28, 2026

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

Wallabies Hold Off Springboks in Perth Despite Being Reduced to 11 Men

Australia survived a chaotic final ten minutes against South Africa, holding onto their lead to win after Harry Wilson, Ryan Lonergan, Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii, and Hunter Paisami were all yellow-carded.

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Beauden Barrett Among 14 All Blacks Released for Hilux NPC Round

First-five Beauden Barrett is set to play for Taranaki against Wellington in the Hilux NPC, joining 13 other released All Blacks as players compete for spots in the upcoming Bledisloe Cup squad.

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Stormers Lose Evan Roos and Marcel Theunissen to Injury Ahead of Edinburgh Clash

Loose forwards Evan Roos and Marcel Theunissen have been ruled out of the Stormers’ match against Edinburgh and sent back to Cape Town for specialist assessments on hamstring and calf injuries.

SA Rugby Mag — Read Source Article »


Anton Segner Signs Long-Term Extension With New Zealand Rugby and Blues Until 2031

German-born loose forward Anton Segner has signed a historic four-year contract extension with New Zealand Rugby, committing to the Blues and Auckland through to the 2031 World Cup.

NZ Herald — Read Source Article »


Shaun Edwards Joins England Red Roses Coaching Setup to Boost Defence

Renowned coach Shaun Edwards has begun working with the England women’s national rugby union team, with his defensive influence already becoming apparent on the Red Roses squad.

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Wales Women’s Coach Sean Lynn Finds Positives Despite Narrow 26-24 Loss to USA

Wales head coach Sean Lynn expressed optimism regarding his team’s performance at Cardiff Arms Park, despite suffering a narrow 26-24 defeat against the sixth-ranked United States.

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Exeter Chiefs Boss Rob Baxter Demands Reaction After Heavy 45-24 Loss to Gloucester

Following a surprising 45-24 home defeat to Gloucester, Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter has urged his squad to respond after pre-match illness and key absences disrupted their Premiership opener.

BBC — Read Source Article »


Jamie Dobie Celebrates 100th Glasgow Appearance With Try Double in Win Over Munster

Glasgow Warriors scrum-half Jamie Dobie marked his milestone 100th appearance for the club by scoring two tries to help secure a comeback victory away against Munster to start the season.

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Jeremy Guscott Urges Premiership Rugby to Admit Two Welsh Clubs to Expand League

Former England and Lions centre Jeremy Guscott has advocated for expanding the Premiership by allowing two Welsh teams to join, arguing that a ten-team competition does not provide enough fixtures.

Wales Online — Read Source Article »

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