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Rugby News / RugbyPass / October 16

All Blacks and Springboks confirm Rugby's Greatest Rivalry 2026 tour details

After much speculation and excitement, 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry' has been confirmed for 2026, with South Africa hosting New Zealand in a four-Test series, and additional games between the All Blacks and South Africa's URC clubs.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / October 16

'If it's not R360, another disrupter will come for rugby'

Rowena Samarasinhe attempted to change rugby by launching World 12s. Does she think R360 can succeed where her own venture failed?

Rugby News / RugbyPass / October 16

Saints sensation Todaro joins 148kg lock as two uncapped teenagers in Italy squad

Northampton Saints wing Edoardo Todaro has been rewarded for his blistering start to the Gallagher PREM season with a call-up to Italy's squad for the upcoming Autumn Nations Series.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / October 16

Bradford bounce-back heralds new Super League era

After 11 years away, fallen giants Bradford Bulls return to Super League in 2026 aiming to rekindle past glories.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / October 16

Bath confirm Springbok Thomas du Toit's exit

South Africa prop Thomas du Toit's end-of-season move to the Sharks from Bath has been confirmed by both clubs.

Rugby News / The42 / October 16

Munster boss McMillan eases concerns over Nash injury

The province’s head coach said Craig Casey is raring to go for Ireland duty.

Rugby News / The42 / October 16

Record high 60 million viewers for Women's Cricket World Cup

Prize money for women’s competition exceeds that of the last men’s World Cup.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / October 16

Ireland 10s to face off for first time in derby

Ireland fly-halves Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley are to line up on opposing sides for the first time in Saturday's derby between Leinster and Munster at Croke Park.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / October 16

Du Toit to leave Bath for former club next summer

South Africa prop Thomas du Toit is to leave Bath at the end of the season, the club have confirmed.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / October 16

Tandy adds 3 Wales stars to staff, including Grand Slam-winning Lion

Wales head coach Steve Tandy has added former Wales internationals Duncan Jones, Dan Lydiate and Rhys Patchell to his coaching staff.

Rugby News / The42 / October 16

Edogbo and Gleeson return to beef up Munster pack for Croke Park clash

Clayton McMillan produces 10 changes for meeting with Leinster.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / October 16

Burnham & Dennett speak to RFL over Salford plight

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham says he has spoke to the RFL about Salford Red Devils being able to enter the Championship.

Rugby News / The42 / October 16

Lions and Snyman return for Leinster's clash with Munster

Leo Cullen has named a very strong side for Saturday’s game at Croke Park.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / October 16

Steve Borthwick's England plans take a hit, but not as severely as feared

England wing Tommy Freeman has been passed fit to start for Northampton Saints on Friday against Newcastle Red Bulls at Kingston Park in the Gallagher PREM.

Rugby News / The42 / October 16

Dual dilemma: From powerhouse clubs to those who don’t even try

The likes of Éire Og Ennis, Loughmore–Castleiney, Naas and Dunloy among many others are enjoying life on the GAA’s open dual carriageway, while countless rivals prefer to stay in their lane.

Rugby News / The42 / October 16

Jordan Flores signs new contract with Bohemians until the end of the 2027 season

Flores joined the club from Northampton Town in January 2022.

Rugby News / The42 / October 16

Five for champions Kildare as Tailteann Cup team of the year announced

There are six counties represented in all on the team.

Rugby News / The42 / October 16

Farrell looks to develop competition around Ireland's familiar core

The Ireland boss has opted for the usual continuity, but there are some fresher faces in the group.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / October 16

Winless Edinburgh make bold No.10 call for crunch fixture

Edinburgh have handed fly-half Cammy Scott only his third senior start and first for nearly two years for Friday’s vital URC game against Benetton at Hive Stadium.

Rugby News / The42 / October 16

Connacht's Lions return for Bulls' visit

Bundee Aki, Finlay Bealham and Mack Hansen will all start tomorrow night in Galway.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / October 16

Bevan leaves WRU for Leicester Tigers role

Leicester Tigers appoint Welsh Rugby Union interim performance director Huw Bevan as their head of rugby operations.

Ricky Hatton was found unresponsive at his home, coroner's court hears

Former boxing world champion died last month.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / October 16

Faletau return boosts Cardiff for Dragons derby

Cardiff number eight Taulupe Faletau has given Wales a boost before the autumn internationals by returning to face Dragons.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / October 16

Sharks go big by naming 9 Rugby Championship-winning Springboks in XV

The Sharks have turned to a host of their South Africa internationals in search of their first United Rugby Championship win of the season against Ulster on Saturday.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / October 16

Bradford replace Salford in Super League for 2026

Bradford Bulls are promoted to Super League for 2026 and will replace Salford Red Devils after they were awarded a higher Grade B status under the sport's grading system.

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