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Richie McCaw News / RugbyPass / September 18

The ‘venom’ warning Richie McCaw shared before All Blacks-Boks rematch

All signals from within the All Blacks camp point to the team being well prepared for a Springboks counterpunch in Wellington in response to the Eden Park result, even according to team icon Richie McCaw.

Manchester United News / The42 / September 18

Is another Man United outcast set for a stellar season?

Marcus Rashford caught the eye as Barcelona overcame Newcastle in the Champions League this evening.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / September 18

Hull KR see off Wire to win League Leaders' Shield

Hull Kingston Rovers secure the League Leaders' Shield with a dramatic comeback win over Warrington Wolves.

Rugby News / The42 / September 18

'The stuff of dreams' - Cian McPhillips' coach hails Tokyo breakthrough

Longford man stormed into 800m final with new national record at World Athletics Championships.

Rugby News / The42 / September 18

Haaland scores 50th Champions League goal as Man City cruise past Napoli

The Norwegian became the fastest player to reach the landmark in his 49th appearance.

Rugby News / The42 / September 18

Rashford finds goalscoring touch as Barcelona win at Newcastle

Anthony Gordon pulled one back at the death for the Magpies.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / September 18

Hull FC play-off bid ends with Catalans defeat

Hull FC's bid for the Super League play-offs ends as they lose at home to Catalans Dragons, sealing a top-six place for Wakefield Trinity.

Rugby News / The42 / September 18

'Now that we've had a taste of it, we want to be there again' - Athlone pride after European run

The 42 watched on as the Midlanders’ historic campaign came to an end last night.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / September 18

Women's home nations gain control of autumn games

England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales gain control of their autumn fixtures as part of World Rugby's alterations to the women's global calendar.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / September 18

‘We’ve said it all along’: Christie on confidence driving Black Ferns

Black Ferns assistant coach Tony Christie isn’t spending any time thinking about which team are favoured to win Friday’s semi-final against Canada.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / September 18

WXV Global Series launched on eve of RWC 2025 semi-finals

World Rugby has unveiled WXV Global Series, the second iteration of the women’s Test competition it hopes will build on the success of Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025.

Rugby News / The42 / September 18

Former Barca presidents deny corruption at ref scandal court appearance

Dispute over nature of payments to vice-president of refereeing committee.

Rugby News / The42 / September 18

Tributes paid after Champion Hurdle winner Brave Inca dies, aged 27

10-time Grade One winner will be best remembered for his 2006 Champion Hurdle success.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / September 18

'Both teams are fun to watch' - Rouet expects fireworks in Canada semi-final

Canada head coach Kévin Rouet has said he is “excited” for his team’s 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup semi-final with New Zealand.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / September 18

Fiji's Mesake Doge free to play after sending off overturned

Fiji prop Mesake Doge has been cleared to play after having a red card rescinded following an appeal hearing.

Jose Mourinho returns to club where he began managerial career

The ex-Chelsea and Man United boss has been appointed by Benfica.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / September 18

'We know we are underdogs' - France accept status ahead of Red Roses showdown

France have accepted their underdog status ahead of taking on tournament hosts England in the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup semi-finals.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / September 18

Liam Williams having medical at Newcastle Red Bulls

Liam Williams is on the verge of becoming Newcastle Red Bulls' latest signing.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / September 18

Jake White: We need to talk about the All Blacks

Seven days ago, New Zealand were ranked the world’s No.1 team and the Springboks were under the pump and rolling the dice with their selections...

Rugby News / RugbyPass / September 18

France reshuffle XV with four personnel changes for England semi-final

Carla Arbez has been named in France’s run-on side at fly-half ahead of this weekend’s semi-final against England.

Rugby News / ESPN / September 18

John Mitchell: 'I don't really care' what people think of Red Roses rugby style

England coach John Mitchell has said he doesn't care what people think about his side's brand of rugby as they prepare for the World Cup semifinals.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / September 18

Gilmore succeeds Wilson at Quins as Booth returns

Jason Gilmore is named Harlequins' senior coach as part of a new set-up also including Toby Booth, following the departure of Danny Wilson.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / September 18

Van Graan plays it cool despite fly-half setback for champions Bath

Bath could be forced to field their fifth-choice fly-half for the start of their Gallagher PREM title defence away to Harlequins on Friday, September 26.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / September 18

Cling film, fake tan and Block 16 - welcome to Red Roses' Hogwarts

One institution has been taking in teenagers and turning out Red Roses for more than a decade. Why Hartpury's influence might be key to Rugby World Cup glory.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / September 18

Bradford appoint former Salford coach Haggerty

Bradford Bulls appoint Kurt Haggerty as their new head coach for next season.

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