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Rugby News / RugbyPass / December 16

Desiree Miller among five World Cup Wallaroos re-signed for 2026

Rugby Australia have announced another five key re-signings, including new deals for try-scoring machines Desiree Miller and Maya Stewart.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / December 16

Dupont the GOAT, Roigard and Pollock rise: Bold Top 100 2026 predictions

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu was crowned the world’s best by RugbyPass journalists in the 2025 Top 100.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / December 16

'He is the most respected individual I've ever seen inside the All Blacks'

Former All Blacks mental skills coach Gilbert Enoka made room in his recent book, 'Become Unstoppable', for a special tribute to All Blacks great Kevin Mealamu, and has since doubled down on that sentiment.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / December 16

Tony Johnson weighs in on Jordie Barrett's position in 2026

"There's been six different midfield combinations this year now, part of that was because was because of injury, because the one they used the most was Jordie Barrett and Billy proctor.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / December 16

Namibian international re-signs with Seattle after All-MLR First XV season

Divan Rossouw is all set for a third season in Major League Rugby, with the Seattle Seawolves re-signing a key member of their roster.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / December 16

Hounds loan out highly-rated 2025 first round pick to Anthem RC

The Chicago Hounds have loaned 2025 first round draft pick Elias Garza to another Major League Rugby side for the 2026 season.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / December 16

Chicago Hounds land South African MLR veteran Tiaan Loots

Major League Rugby veteran Tiaan Loots is the latest addition to the Chicago Hounds roster for the 2026 season.

Mils Muliaina News / RugbyPass / December 16

Highlanders sign 18-year-old nephew of All Blacks great Mils Muliaina

The Highlanders have announced the signing of emerging Southland star Mika Muliaina on a deal beginning in 2027.

Rugby News / The42 / December 16

Garnacho double helps Chelsea book semi-final spot with win over Barry-Murphy's Cardiff City

Two late goals killed off the Bluebirds’ hopes of an upset.

New Orleans Saints News / The42 / December 16

Charlie Smyth: 'The last few days have been crazy. I just felt so ready for the moment'

The Down native has been savouring the reaction after his breakthrough with the New Orleans Saints.

Rugby News / The42 / December 16

FIFA announces €51 World Cup tickets for 'loyal fans'

The draw for tickets of all prices in this first round of sales will take place on Tuesday 13 January.

Rugby News / The42 / December 16

Jim Gavin's presidential candidacy was first suggested to Fianna Fáil by All-Ireland winner Keith Barr

The internal review into Fianna Fáil’s disastrous presidential campaign has been released this evening.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / December 16

Former RFL chief Rimmer joins Giants board

Huddersfield Giants announce that Ralph Rimmer will be joining the club's board as director for change.

Rugby News / The42 / December 16

Prendergast and Ioane set to return for Connacht

The pair had been suffering from hamstring and groin issues, respectively.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / December 16

Pumas star Matías Moroni earns new deal at Bristol Bears

Experienced Argentinian international Matías Moroni will return to Bristol Bears on a deal until the end of the 2026/27 season.

Rugby News / The42 / December 16

Ulster's Murphy tells players to up physicality ahead of Leinster clash

The coach is under no illusions of what it will take to snare a result at the Aviva Stadium.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / December 16

Josh Kemeny admits to 'draw factor' of end-of-season Northampton exit

Josh Kemeny, who is coming into the final six months of his contract, admits that he doesn’t know if he will still be at Northampton Saints next season.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / December 16

Gloucester boss 'wants strong Wales' despite double raid

George Skivington insists he wants Welsh rugby to get back on its feet - despite signing Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake for Gloucester.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / December 16

Cardiff in 'good space' to retain top players

Cardiff and Scarlets are hopeful of retaining their top players after Wales captains Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake opted to swap Ospreys for Gloucester.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / December 16

'Obviously, everyone's going to be upset with losing Tommy': George Skivington

Tomos Williams will retain the Gloucester captaincy despite his decision to leave the club at the end of the season.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / December 16

Most Worcester fans 'happy' to be in Champ - Mulcahy

Most Worcester Warriors fans are "just happy to have the club back" and are not concerned over an immediate Prem return says supporters trust chairman Marcus Mulcahy.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / December 16

'The only thing he can improve’: Boks' one concern over SFM before RWC

Former Wales captain Dan Biggar has said "you can't find a weakness" in Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's general game, but has flagged his goalkicking as an area in which South Africa will want him to improve.

Rugby News / The42 / December 16

Ulster's Jude Postlethwaite and Stuart McCloskey to return for Leinster clash

The provinces will meet at 7:45pm on Friday at the Aviva Stadium.

Rugby News / The42 / December 16

PSG ordered to pay around €60m to Mbappe in wage dispute

France captain Mbappe, who left PSG in June 2024 to join Real Madrid, had been claiming over 260 million euros in total from his former club.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / December 16

South African Nick Schonert set to embark on new Test career

The former Junior Springbok has pledged his allegiance to Germany.

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