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All Blacks Storm Past Scotland as Ashman's Hat-Trick Goes in Vain
Ewan Ashman's treble wasn't enough as New Zealand ran in 19 unanswered second-half points to beat Scotland 43-21 in Edinburgh.
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Wales Grind Out Bonus-Point Win Over Japan in Cardiff
Wales took five points from Japan at the Principality Stadium, but a 28-21 scoreline shows how hard they had to work for it.
Lake Calls Out Wales After Sluggish 28-21 Win Over Japan
Wales took the win in the Nations Championship, but captain Dewi Lake says the performance against Japan was nowhere near good enough.
All Blacks Crush Scotland's Dream of a First Win Over New Zealand
Scotland's wait for a first win over the All Blacks goes on after a punishing lesson that laid bare the same old weaknesses.
Tandy Demands Ruthless Wales After Sloppy Win Over Japan
Wales took the bonus-point win over Japan, but Steve Tandy wants a far sharper side when New Zealand come calling.
Murray Hails Ireland's Growing Depth as the Squad Keeps Climbing
Former scrum-half Conor Murray says he loves what he sees from Ireland, with strength in depth now a defining feature of the national side.
Monye: England's Backs-to-the-Wall Spirit Can Sink Australia
Ex-England winger Ugo Monye believes a siege mentality will fire Borthwick's side up for the Wallabies, provided Itoje keeps tempers in check.
England's senior players rally round Borthwick, deny dressing-room rift
Jamie George and Maro Itoje call a crisis meeting as England's leaders vow to back Steve Borthwick ahead of Australia.
England Open Nations Championship Battered by Injuries and Borthwick Pressure
Steve Borthwick's depleted England host a battle-hardened Australia at Twickenham with the excuses used up and the pressure rising.
Tuipulotu owns Scotland's second-half collapse against the All Blacks
Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu puts the blame on himself and his side after a second-half unravelling against New Zealand in the Nations Championship.
Keenan's hat-trick powers six-try Ireland past Argentina in Dublin
Hugo Keenan grabs three tries as Ireland open their Nations Championship home leg with a bonus-point win over Argentina.
Buffalo Thunderbolts eye 2028 entry as MLR plots rugby comeback in America
Major League Rugby is down to five teams in 2027, but a Buffalo bid and 17 expansion talks signal a fight to rebuild before the 2031 World Cup.
Ireland Hit Argentina for Six Tries, Yet Farrell Wants More Ruthlessness
Ireland won by 30 points and scored six tries against Argentina, but Andy Farrell and Tadhg Beirne say the finish could have been even more clinical.
Bath Land Argentine Tight-Head Prop Marcos Camerlinckx
Bath have added Argentine tight-head Marcos Camerlinckx, bolstering the scrum with a South American front-rower.
Keenan hat-trick powers Ireland past Argentina in six-try rout
Hugo Keenan returned to the Aviva after 21 months out and scored three tries as Ireland beat Argentina 42-12 in the Nations Championship.
Tuipulotu Leads Scotland Into Another Shot at Slaying the All Blacks
Captain Sione Tuipulotu has Scotland primed to end one of rugby's longest droughts against New Zealand this Saturday.
Itoje's Throne: Chessum Eyes England Captaincy Down the Line
With Maro Itoje setting the standard, Ollie Chessum says leading England one day would be 'pretty special' and he already loves being a voice on the pitch.
Wallabies Have The Magic, But Can They Make It Last?
Australia can stun the Springboks and light up Twickenham, yet consistency against the world's best is still the missing piece.
Twickenham Unveils Hi-Tech Turf for England vs Wallabies Showdown
England's men will christen a revolutionary new Twickenham surface against the Wallabies on Sunday, and the science beneath it is wild.
Sheehan Hits Back: Irish Rugby Decline Talk Is 'Nonsense'
Ireland captain Dan Sheehan has shut down talk of a slump, insisting he has full confidence in the squad he leads.
Tandy pairs Llewellyn and James in Wales midfield for Japan clash
Steve Tandy goes for a physical Wales centre partnership, with Max Llewellyn and Eddie James paired up for Saturday's Nations Championship meeting with Japan.
Russell and Tuipulotu Return as Scotland Brace for Bolder All Blacks
Gregor Townsend welcomes back two key men and warns that New Zealand are playing a far more expansive, adventurous brand of rugby.
Wallabies pay row explodes as England test looms
A bitter pay fight between Rugby Australia and the players' union is hanging over the Wallabies as they chase a reset at Twickenham.
Jones Targets Cardiff History as Japan Chase a First Win Over Wales
Eddie Jones wants Japan to do what no Brave Blossoms side has done before: beat Wales on their own turf in Cardiff this Saturday.
Sheffield-born Jorgensen picks Wallabies loyalty and eyes England again
Born in Sheffield and eligible for England, Max Jorgensen says wearing the gold of Australia was never in doubt, and he's ready to hurt the English again.
RFU Stands Firm: Borthwick Keeps England Job Through the World Cup
RFU chief Bill Sweeney says Steve Borthwick will lead England to next year's World Cup, even if the autumn Nations Championship goes badly.
Hugo Keenan Backs 'Exciting' McNamara to Lead Leinster After Cullen
Noel McNamara is set to take over from Leo Cullen at Leinster next year, and fullback Hugo Keenan is already buzzing about what he'll bring.
Springboks Enter Nations Championship as Rugby Chases Cash and Context
The Nations Championship promises meaning for every Test, but the Springboks and their rivals may pay the price in fatigue and fan costs.
Jack Conan Opens New Series of the Ireland Rugby Social Podcast
Leinster, Ireland and Lions back-rower Jack Conan headlines the season-two opener of the Ireland Rugby Social Podcast.
Jack Conan Isn't Done Yet: Ireland No. 8 Eyes More Rugby After Shoulder Setback
Ireland forward Jack Conan credits Andy Farrell's culture shift and says he'll keep playing as long as body and mind allow.
Ireland Hand Casey, Jansen and Timoney Starts; Gibson-Park on Bench
Ireland shake up their lineup for Argentina, with Jamison Gibson-Park and Josh van der Flier waiting on the bench at the Aviva Stadium.
Qatar quits 2028 Nations Championship finals as Paris emerges as host
The Springboks' road to the 2028 finals now looks different as Qatar withdraws from hosting the Nations Championship and the Stade de France becomes the frontrunner.
England boss Sweeney: Stop the red cards and we're world No. 2
RFU chief Bill Sweeney says England rank among the world's best when they keep 15 on the field, and wants the card problem fixed before the Nations Championship.
Springboks' Sanzaar Joins Six Nations in Landmark Joint Rugby Rights Deal
Rugby's northern and southern giants will pool broadcast and sponsorship sales in a revenue-sharing model that is a first for world sport.
Kurtley Beale, 37, Roars Back Into Wallabies Squad for Nations Championship
Les Kiss turns back the clock, recalling veteran playmaker Kurtley Beale for the Nations Championship with 'unfinished business' to settle.
Meet the Nations Championship's 13th team: the referees running the show
Behind the whistle, the world's top rugby referees are drilling scrum mechanics and the sport's maze of laws ahead of the Nations Championship.
Prem Rugby Clubs' Debt Hits £366m as Losses and Wage Bills Keep Climbing
Despite big-name investors circling, the ten Prem clubs are sinking deeper into debt, with six now balance-sheet insolvent.
Murchie Demands Wales Tighten Up Defence Before Japan Test
Wales defence coach Peter Murchie wants a big step up in the tackle department when Japan visit on Saturday.
England Shine in Tokyo as Wales Fall Short at World Deaf Sevens
England's deaf rugby sevens teams left Tokyo with World Championship success while Wales' men and women missed out on the top prize.
Sale prop Nicky Smith hails Wales' Premiership exports as national pride
Sale front-rower Nicky Smith says the Welsh players testing themselves in England's Premiership are making their country proud.
Rugby's Ruckfest Gamble Hits London: A Three-Day Finale With Everything at Stake
Rugby's festival-style London finale needs a full house and a big party atmosphere to prove the concept can pay its way.
Laidlaw Open to Scotland Job After Hurricanes Title Glory
Clark Laidlaw has made a Super Rugby champion out of the Hurricanes in New Zealand, and he is open to talking about the top job back home in Scotland.
Baxter Tips Fisilau to Thrive After Shock England Call-Up
Exeter boss Rob Baxter is convinced Greg Fisilau has the temperament and skills to step up to Test rugby after his England call-up.
McNamara Named Leinster Head Coach, Taking Over From Leo Cullen
Bordeaux Begles attack coach Noel McNamara will step into the top job at Leinster next season, replacing Leo Cullen.
Dr Phil Returns: Contepomi Leads Argentina Into Dublin to Face Ireland
Felipe Contepomi walks back into the city where he made his name as a Leinster great, this time with Argentina's fate in his hands against Ireland.
Edwards says Borthwick rejected his offer to join England's World Cup staff
Defence guru Shaun Edwards claims England boss Steve Borthwick declined his offer to help the Red Rose at the upcoming World Cup.
England Face a Must-Win Test as Scotland Eye an All Blacks Upset
The pressure is on England, and Scotland are daring to dream of toppling New Zealand. Those are the big questions in this week's rugby union debate.
Joe Schmidt Just Can't Quit Rugby: Ulster Come Calling Again
Years after supposedly walking away from coaching, Joe Schmidt is heading to Ulster for a month, and retirement looks as far off as ever.
Springboks Carry Africa's Flag as Nations Championship Roars Back on Friday
With South Africa as the continent's lone flag-bearer, rugby's new global league returns this weekend and the table is about to get serious.
Sean Lynn: Wales Aren't Finished Yet, But 2029 Is the Destination
Wales boss Sean Lynn admits his side is still a work in progress, yet the WXV Global Series has convinced him the long-term plan is on track.
Marcus Smith Stakes England 10 Claim as Russell's Ball-Drop Sparks Debate
Marcus Smith pushes for England's No.10 shirt against Australia, while Finn Russell's cheeky ball-drop has fans asking if it deserved a penalty.
Mitchell hamstring scare rocks England as Northampton down Gloucester
Alex Mitchell limps off with a suspected hamstring problem days before England face Australia, while Northampton beat Gloucester 28-14.
Ireland Gear Up for Nations Championship Under Andy Farrell
Andy Farrell's Ireland are preparing for the northern hemisphere series of the 2026 Nations Championship, and the questions around his squad are getting sharper.
Wales Chase Redemption as Nations Championship Action Resumes
Wales are back on the Nations Championship stage with a pivotal month ahead and plenty to prove in rugby's brand-new global competition.
Jones urges Red Roses to widen their attack and keep rivals guessing
England captain Meg Jones wants the Red Roses to add new layers to their game so the chasing pack never knows what is coming.
Harlequins Outlast Exeter Chiefs in Nine-Try Thriller
Lucas Schmidt's double, plus scores from Cadan Murley and Jack Kenningham, helped Harlequins squeeze past Exeter Chiefs in a wild try-fest.
Borthwick Demands Discipline From England Before Nations Championship
With 14 yellow cards and a red in 2026, England's head coach wants his players to stop gifting opponents numerical advantages.
Joe Hawkins Fuels World Cup Fire After Missing Out Last Time
Wales centre Joe Hawkins says the pain of missing the last World Cup is driving his push to make the squad for Australia.
England Rugby at a Crossroads: What Comes After WXV?
With the WXV Global Series done, England face big questions on selection, tactics and how to keep their edge on the world stage.
Benetton Stop Edinburgh's Unbeaten Run With 31-12 URC Win
Edinburgh arrived in Italy unbeaten in the URC and left without that record after Benetton powered to a commanding 31-12 victory.
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