Rugby: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

'That's a big call': World Rugby boss rejects rugby league assessment

World Rugby chairman Brett Robinson has rejected suggestions the sport is slowly morphing into rugby league, but he admits there is plenty to discuss when the shape of game conference takes place later this month.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / February 3

Senior All Blacks duo come out in defence of 'scapegoat' Savea

All Blacks veterans Patrick Tuipulotu and Codie Taylor say they're disappointed to see Ardie Savea taking heat in the wake of Scott Robertson's departure from the team, calling the vice-captain's treatment "totally unfair".

Rugby News / RugbyPass / February 3

Ian Foster is not the answer while NZR need to decide the fate of seven All Blacks

What’s missing from the “Razor Rumble” is a closer microscope on the players, especially the senior leadership group, which remains largely unchanged since the chaotic start to the 2022 season.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / February 3

Matatu announce Blair Baxter as new Super Rugby Aupiki head coach

Baxter was part of the China Sevens program as an assistant, before taking the New Zealand U18 Girls to the Global Youth Sevens title in late 2025.

Rugby News / The42 / February 3

Irish teenager key as Hearts' title challenge rocked to boost Celtic

Jacob Devaney impressed as St Mirren earned a stunning win.

Arsenal FC News / The42 / February 3

Arsenal sink Chelsea to reach League Cup final

Kai Havertz came off the bench to finish the job in the closing moments at the Emirates Stadium.

Tottenham Hotspur News / The42 / February 3

Troy Parrott continues superb season as winning goal sends AZ to semis

The Irish international scored his 22nd in all competitions during the defeat of Twente.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / February 3

Ulster to sign versatile Donnell from Cardiff

Cardiff forward Ben Donnell will join Ulster at the end of the current season on a three-year deal.

Rugby News / The42 / February 3

Six rising stars who could light up this year's Six Nations

Meet the youngsters who could have a big say in this year’s championship.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / February 3

Dupont will have 'extra motivation' against Ireland

Former Ireland scrum-half Conor Murray believes France's Antoine Dupont will "have a point to prove" against Ireland on Thursday after being injured against them in last year's Six Nations.

Lindsey Vonn on medal hunt at Winter Olympics despite ruptured ACL

‘As long as there’s a chance I will try,’ says US ski star.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / February 3

Stockdale 'back to what he's good at' - Farrell

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell says Jacob Stockdale "deserves" to start against France in the Six Nations opener in Paris on Thursday night.

Rugby News / The42 / February 3

Mark English breaks his Irish indoor 800m record again

Donegal man continues stunning start to season.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / February 3

Warrington skipper Williams to leave at end of 2026

Warrington Wolves confirm captain George Williams will leave the club to join a team in the NRL.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / February 3

Alex Mann braced for 'interesting battle' with 'niggly' Henry Pollock

Wales flanker Alex Mann admitted he likes getting “under people’s skin” ahead of his back-row battle with England at Allianz Stadium.

Rugby News / The42 / February 3

Gavin and Duggan sign new Connacht deals as McCormack joins Harlequins on loan

Oisín McCormack heads to Premiership on short-term deal.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / February 3

'Niggly' Mann aims to get under England's skin

Wales flanker Alex Mann says he likes to try and get under the skin of the opposition as he prepares to face England in Saturday's Six Nations opener.

Rugby News / The42 / February 3

The view from France: Ireland aren't quite the powerhouse they used to be

The 42 speaks to Arnaud Coudry, rugby journalist with Le Figaro.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / February 3

'One of the best in the world': Mako Vunipola lauds former team-mate

Mako Vunipola has hugged Jamie George more times than his own family, and their close front-row bond was a key factor for the British and Irish Lions, England and Saracens.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / February 3