New Zealand coaching legend Wayne Smith sounds the alarm, declaring the All Blacks must evolve tactically to counter South Africa's formidable power-based game or risk losing their top-tier status in world rugby.
England's Red Roses kicked off their Women's Rugby World Cup campaign with a thunderous 92-3 victory over South Africa, showcasing a breathtaking display of attacking rugby and setting a formidable tone for the tournament.
Japan's Sakura Fifteen achieve a monumental 17-13 upset against the mighty New Zealand Black Ferns in a thrilling Women's Rugby World Cup pool match, sending shockwaves through the tournament.
Ireland's dream of a first-ever World Rugby Sevens Series title ends in a dramatic 19-14 semi-final defeat to an inspired Spanish side in Madrid.
Ireland's Rugby World Cup dreams hang by a thread after a shock 22-21 defeat to Spain in a fiery and controversial qualifying match in Madrid.
A powerful moment of cultural exchange or a misstep? England's response to Samoa's traditional Siva Tau challenge before their Rugby World Cup clash has sparked a fierce debate about respect, tradition, and the spirit of the game.
A powerful and disciplined performance from Scotland's Women's Rugby team secures their place in the World Cup quarter-finals after a hard-fought battle against a physical Fiji side.
The USA Women's Eagles soar into the Rugby World Cup final after a breathtaking 20-18 victory over defending champions Australia in a tense, try-less semi-final epic in London.
In a moment of pure sporting drama, Harmony Vatau's successful conversion ended Samoa's 11-year wait for a Rugby World Cup point, sparking emotional celebrations for the Pacific island nation.
England edged a brutal and tense encounter against Samoa 18-17 in Lille, securing their place in the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals despite a spirited and physical challenge from the Pacific Islanders.
England's Women's Rugby World Cup campaign began with a nail-biting 18-17 victory over a ferocious Samoa side, saved by a late Zoe Harrison penalty in a defensive epic.
In a seismic shift for rugby broadcasting, South Africa Rugby has signed a landmark multi-year deal with Amazon Prime Video, moving the Springboks away from traditional terrestrial TV. The exclusive deal covers all home internationals from 2024, sparking
Australia's Wallaroos clinch a nail-biting 17-13 victory over the USA Eagles in a tense, physical Women's Rugby World Cup encounter. Read the full match report and analysis.
England's Red Roses opened their 2025 Rugby World Cup campaign with a hard-fought 22-17 victory over a resilient Samoa in a pulsating encounter at Ashton Gate.
England Women's Rugby head coach John Mitchell voices serious concerns over the one-sided nature of early World Cup matches, calling for a global strategy to close the widening gap between elite and developing nations.
England's Red Roses deploy radical tactical flexibility against Samoa's historic World Cup debut. Coach John Mitchell's masterplan faces ultimate test against Pacific Islanders' physical prowess.
As England's Rugby World Cup campaign continues, we break down their crucial Pool D finale against a dangerous Samoa side. Get the latest odds, team news, and exclusive betting insights for this must-win encounter in Lille.
England's Women's Rugby World Cup campaign suffers a major setback as captain Zoe Aldcroft is sidelined for the rest of the pool stages due to injury, despite the Red Roses' dominant 84-19 victory over Samoa.
Red Roses skipper Marlie Packer delivers a scathing critique of Samoa's cancelled England tour, labelling the decision 'disrespectful' to players and fans. Exclusive insight on the fallout and the team's determined focus ahead of their Sunderland Test mat
England Women's head coach John Mitchell makes a staggering 13 changes to his starting XV for the final Pool B match against Samoa. Captain Marlie Packer returns to lead a revamped side in this crucial World Cup encounter.
Wales' hopes of reaching the 2025 Rugby World Cup are over after a crushing 26-22 defeat to Canada in a tense qualifying final in Dubai. Read the full match report and reaction.
England's all-conquering Red Roses are set to make history as they bring international rugby union to Sunderland's Stadium of Light for the first time ever against the USA this September.
New Zealand rugby sensation Ruby Tui makes startling confession about her future with Black Ferns ahead of women's Rugby World Cup. Exclusive insight into her career crossroads.
Exclusive analysis reveals a worrying trend of record-breaking, one-sided victories at the Women's Rugby World Cup, prompting calls for a major overhaul of the tournament's structure and qualification process to ensure competitive fairness.
World Rugby addresses concerns over early tournament mismatches but remains confident in the long-term growth and competitive future of women's rugby, with record-breaking viewership and participation figures.
In a seismic Rugby World Cup shock, Spain's women's team dethroned the mighty Black Ferns in a breathtaking 25-24 quarter-final victory, ending New Zealand's 31-year unbeaten run in the tournament.
Japan's shock withdrawal from the 2027 Rugby World Cup bidding race paves the way for Ireland to potentially host the tournament. Discover the implications for Irish rugby and the global bidding landscape.
Ireland's Women's Rugby team, the Grand Slam champions, launched their 2025 World Cup campaign with a stunning 36-12 victory over a spirited Japan, setting a new tournament attendance record in the process.
Scotland's women's rugby team delivered a dominant performance against Wales, winning 38-8 in their World Cup opener. Rhona McGhie starred with a remarkable hat-trick in a stunning display of attacking rugby.
A gripping match report from the Women's Rugby World Cup as Canada secures a hard-fought 21-17 victory against a formidable Fijian side, with pivotal tries from Paige Farries and Sophie de Goede.