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Rugby News / BBC Sport / August 16

The Red Rose who could have been a Black Fern - Feaunati's World Cup call

Maddie Feaunati could have played for New Zealand or Samoa. But the explosive number eight has found a home in John Mitchell's England side.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / August 16

It was always going to be England - Feaunati

England forward Maddie Feaunati talks to BBC Sport's Jo Currie about her pride of playing for the Red Roses and about her aspirations going into the Rugby World Cup.

Rugby News / The42 / August 16

'I do believe somebody was looking down on us that day and I can honestly say it was Aisling'

Mayo All-Ireland winner Marcella Heffernan was honoured as part of the Jubilee team by the LGFA recently.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / August 16

Scott Robertson is flirting with too much of a good thing

I see the logic in what All Blacks coach Scott Robertson is trying to do. Depth helps. Just ask Rassie Erasmus.

Rugby News / The42 / August 16

Shelbourne's European adventure: Belfast, Baku, Batman, Croatian cages and German groundhoppers

With one final shot at league phase qualification on the table, The 42′s Gareth Lyons reflects on a summer following Joey O’Brien’s men in Europe and beyond.

Rugby News / The42 / August 16

'I feel so lucky. If this is my only World Cup I want to grab it with both hands'

Ireland prop Niamh O’Dowd has made a big impression over the past year.

Rugby News / The42 / August 16

'It's just the nature of the beast. You can't expect to be on the same contract'

Shamrock Rovers forward Rory Gaffney discusses decision to take pay cut after ankle operation.

Rugby News / The42 / August 16

Sunshine on Leith: The Irish origins of Hibernian FC, as they celebrate 150 years

A century and a half on from their formation by a Canon and a young man from Roscommon to feed to poor of Edinburgh, Hibernian’s roots remain.

Scott Barrett talks Pumas-induced 'sick feeling' and All Blacks redemption

All Blacks captain Scott Barrett has felt the full force of playing Los Pumas in Argentina, and while those memories aren't pretty, he's prepared to do it all again for his team.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / August 15

Du'Plessis Kirifi: 'I'm not 21 or 22, there's a lot of rugby under my belt'

Du'Plessis Kirifi is in line for his fourth Test cap this weekend when the All Blacks play Los Pumas in round one of the Rugby Championship, and the flanker is hoping 2025 is just the start of his chapter in the infamous black No.

Rugby News / The42 / August 15

MacIntyre in control at BMW Championship as McIlroy climbs leaderboard

McIlroy recovered from an early double-bogey to sit just outside the top 10.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / August 15

Hull KR stretch lead at top with victory at Wigan

Hull KR put one hand on the League Leaders' Shield with victory in an intense encounter against Wigan Warriors.

Rugby News / The42 / August 15

Dane Murray celebrates contract with goal as Celtic smash Falkirk

Ex-Shamrock Rovers striker Johnny Kenny made a rare start for the Bhoys.

Rugby News / The42 / August 15

Forgotten man Chiesa the hero as Liverpool win opener late on

An Antoine Semenyo-inspired Bournemouth almost left Anfield with a point.

Rugby News / The42 / August 15

Kamara's late winner sees Cork past Waterford

The 19-year-old Preston North End loanee headed in the 80th-minute winner.

Rugby News / The42 / August 15

Teenager Elding scores 10th of the season as Sligo knock out Bohs

A Sam Sargeant penalty save also proved crucial.

Bayern Munich News / The42 / August 15

Kingsley Coman to end 10-year spell at Bayern amid €30 million move

The France winger is joining Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr.

Bayer Leverkusen News / The42 / August 15

Ex-Man United boss Erik ten Hag makes winning return to management

Bayer Leverkusen overcame a 45-minute storm delay to beat fourth-division Grossaspach

Rugby News / RugbyPass / August 15

Siya Kolisi honest response to playing No.8 for the first time as a Bok

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says he will not try to replicate the approach of Jasper Wiese or Duane Vermeulen when he starts at No.8 for the first time in his Test career against Australia at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / August 15

Salford v Wakefield cancelled over welfare concerns

Salford's Super League game against Wakefield on Sunday is called off because of welfare concerns after discussions with the Rugby Football League.

Rugby News / The42 / August 15

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Rugby News / RugbyPass / August 15

Fissler Confidential: Newcastle Red Bulls line up next signing

Newcastle Red Bulls are closing in on another signing, and Steve Diamond has fixed his sights on the Bulls' fly-half, Boeta Chamberlain, to strengthen his squad and provide competition for Ethan Grayson.

'It's a chance for him to revive his career' - Leeds sign free agent Dominic Calvert-Lewin

New boss Daniel Farke expects the striker to make a significant contribution to their survival bid.

Rugby News / The42 / August 15

Ireland lose out to Scotland after taking third-quarter lead

Ireland will face England in their final outing on Sunday.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / August 15

Arthur backs Rhinos for Grand Final charge

Brad Arthur believes Leeds Rhinos can mount a Grand Final charge this season if they become more consistent.

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