Rugby: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Uefa 'reluctantly' approves European league games in US, Australia

In its statement, Uefa said it had “reiterated its clear opposition to domestic league matches being played outside their home country”.

Rugby News / The42 / October 6

Crowley: Ireland selection not 'driving factor' for strong start to season

The outhalf has impressed across Munster’s early URC games.

Rugby News / The42 / October 6

Mack Hansen available for Connacht's URC meeting with Cardiff

The Ireland international has yet to feature this season.

Rugby News / The42 / October 6

10 years on from Germany win Ireland need a different Night of the Long Knife

Heimir Hallgrímsson’s side in miracle territory as they prepare to face Portugal in Lisbon on Saturday.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / October 6

Edinburgh hope to benefit from Boan Venter's chance opportunity

Edinburgh could restore Rugby Championship-winning prop Boan Venter straight back into their match-day squad for Friday’s URC fixture against Munster in Cork.

Rugby News / The42 / October 6

Tipperary, Antrim and Donegal GAA club games live on TV next weekend

RTÉ and TG4 are both broadcasting games.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / October 6

Tandy right man to coach Wales - Henson

Gavin Henson says Steve Tandy is now the right man to lead Wales, but warns the new head coach is facing tough times.

Rugby News / The42 / October 6

Israel PT cycling team says to 'rename and rebrand' after protests

‘Moving away from its current Israeli identity’

Rugby News / BBC Sport / October 6

Catalans Dragons sign half-back Dodd

Catalans Dragons sign ex-St Helens half-back Lewis Dodd on a one-year deal after his release by South Sydney Rabbitohs.

Rugby News / The42 / October 6

Edwin Edogbo and Roman Salanoa among 7 players back in full training for Munster

Salanoa missed the last two seasons in their entirety, while Edogbo last featured competitively on St Stephen’s Day in 2023.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / October 6

Kyle Steyn: 'I don’t really know what to say, to be honest'

Glasgow Warriors captain Kyle Styn was left dumbfounded by his side's loss on the road to Italian URC heavyweights Benetton over the weekend.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / October 6

Retiring Waerea-Hargreaves set to miss Grand Final

Hull KR prop Jared Waerea-Hargreaves is set to miss Saturday's Grand Final with Wigan after receiving a three-match ban.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / October 6

Winless Leinster welcome back injured Lions tourist to their ranks

Leinster have received a timely boost ahead of their URC Round 3 clash with the Hollywoodbets Sharks at Aviva Stadium, with British & Irish Lion Jamie Osborne cleared to return.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / October 6

PREM comparative form table reveals surprise frontrunner

Comparing last season's corresponding fixtures to the ones played this term, four teams are in profit in terms of points gained.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / October 6

Bulls to bring 13 Boks on tour but forced to leave two behind

The Bulls will depart for Ireland tonight with 13 Springboks in their ranks for a demanding three-match Vodacom United Rugby Championship tour that includes fixtures against Ulster, Connacht and Glasgow in Scotland.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / October 6

Red Roses winning back-to-back World Cups is RFU growth goal

The Rugby Football Union has challenged the Red Roses to become the first England team to defend a Rugby World Cup as part of its women's game growth strategy.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / October 6

Then there were six: How the Black Lion-less Rugby Europe Super Cup will work

The Rugby Europe Super Cup enters its fifth edition, marking a new chapter for the franchise competition as four-time champions the Black Lion have opted to sit it out, opening the door for a new winner to emerge.

Rugby News / The42 / October 6