In a cruel twist of fate, England flanker Alex Matthews has been ruled out of the remainder of the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 due to a significant knee injury sustained in training, dealing a massive blow to the Red Roses' title ambitions.
World Rugby delivers a seismic blow to the proposed R360 breakaway league, rejecting its application and leaving the future of the rebel competition in serious doubt. The governing body's firm stance protects the global calendar.
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Rugby league legend Wayne Bennett has launched a fierce defence of Kotoni Staggs, dismissing the police investigation into the Broncos star as a 'trivial' matter blown out of proportion. Get the full story on the NRL coach's explosive comments.
In a landmark moment for Rugby League, Sinéad Peach became the first woman to officiate a men's competitive match for York Knights, breaking new ground in the sport's officiating.
In a dramatic selection twist, Queensland Reds star Harry Wilson has been named Wallabies captain for the crucial Rugby Championship Test against Argentina, as coach Joe Schmidt rings the changes.
Gregor Townsend's seismic Scotland Rugby World Cup squad announcement has one glaring omission. Discover the strategic masterstroke behind leaving out a key British & Irish Lion.
Scottish Rugby CEO Mark Dodson delivers a staunch defence of head coach Gregor Townsend, dismissing calls for his dismissal and backing his long-term strategy for the national team.
Australian rugby sensation Caitlyn Halse has launched a scathing attack on the England Red Roses, branding their behaviour during the Women's Rugby World Cup as 'disrespectful' and 'arrogant', igniting a fiery transcontinental rivalry.
Rugby Australia is battling a staggering $80m debt. The upcoming British & Irish Lions tour and a new broadcast deal are now critical to saving the sport from financial ruin.
The manager of a top-tier NRL player has issued a blanket ban on 'cringeworthy' TikTok videos, demanding all content focus exclusively on serious football analysis in a major shift for player branding.
Head coach Gregor Townsend signs a contract extension with Scottish Rugby, committing to lead the national team through to the 2026 season following a successful autumn campaign.
England's Rugby World Cup plans have been dealt a severe blow as a key forward is ruled out for the entire autumn series following a gruesome training ground injury, casting doubt on his participation in the upcoming tournament.
England international rugby league player Sinead Peach is under investigation after an alleged slur against a match official was posted on her social media, sparking outrage and a potential suspension.
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.
A storm has erupted after Channel Nine presenter Matt Thompson was accused of deliberately avoiding saying Wallabies star Mark Nawaqanitawase's complex surname correctly, sparking a fierce debate about cultural respect in sports broadcasting.
Brisbane Broncos fullback Reece Walsh faces internal discipline after a viral social media video appears to show the NRL star drinking water from a toilet. The club releases an official statement as the incident sparks outrage among fans.
Brisbane Broncos star Reece Walsh shocks the rugby league world with a bizarre pre-match ritual. The club breaks its silence on the viral video, revealing the prank that backfired and left fans utterly bewildered.
Queensland Rugby League player Laitia Moceidreke has been charged following a violent incident allegedly stemming from a car sale dispute, leaving a 31-year-old man with catastrophic spinal injuries.
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 Women's Rugby League player has been sent off and faces a potential ban after allegedly directing a shocking, X-rated question at a match official during a heated Championship fixture, sparking a major disciplinary investigation.
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.
England rugby star Jess Breach is set to earn her 50th cap against Australia, describing the milestone as a 'phenomenal feeling' and praising the team's 'special' culture under coach John Mitchell.
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.