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Rugby News / RugbyPass / July 16

Jakkie Cilliers: 'Some ugly perceptions about women’s rugby still exist in South Africa'

Jakkie Cilliers played her first organised rugby match four years ago. A few weeks later she was playing provincial rugby, and within months she was debuting for the South Africa Springboks.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / July 16

Second Georgian signing announced as Exeter boss admits change of focus

The Chiefs have completed the signing of young Georgian international prop, Bachuki Tchumbadze, ahead of the 2025/26 season.

Rugby News / The42 / July 16

'There has to be a step up' - Sheehan looks to go to next level with Lions

The Ireland hooker has been in impressive form in recent months.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / July 16

What does the data tell us about Andy Farrell's first Test Lions combinations?

By analysing combinations used across key positions, we might just be able to read the tea leaves and predict the squad for the opening Test in Australia.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / July 16

Wallabies reportedly suffer double injury blow before first Lions Test

Australia back-row Rob Valetini has failed to recover from a calf injury to make Saturday's first Test against the British & Irish Lions in Brisbane, according to The Roar. 

Rugby News / RugbyPass / July 16

Are green shoots emerging after annus horribilis? Wales' turbulent year reviewed

Coaching change, losing streaks and off-field controversy have blighted the Welsh game, but there may be some cause for optimism.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / July 16

Curry and Tuipulotu set to start for Lions in series opener

Tom Curry is set to win the competitive race to be the British and Irish Lions open-side flanker ahead of Jac Morgan, with Sione Tuipulotu featuring in an all-Scotland midfield.

Rugby News / The42 / July 16

Eve McMahon takes gold at LA Grand Slam

The event marks a major milestone ahead of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

Rugby News / The42 / July 16

The Brisbane school where ex-Leinster man Brad Thorn coaches

The legendary All Black is part of an impressive set-up at Brisbane Boys’ College.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / July 16

Lions' back-row depth leaves Jack Conan 'nervous'

The players will be told who has made the matchday 23 for Saturday’s series opener at a meeting on Wednesday.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / July 16

Sons of 2 former World Cup greats set for Samoa debut

Tusi Pisi has named his first matchday squad as head coach of Manu Samoa, with six uncapped players included in the 23.

Rugby News / ESPN / July 16

Springboks vs Georgia - Last chance for rookies to show Rugby Championship worth

South Africa's Springboks will play their final Test of the incoming tour series against Georgia at Mbombela Stadium on Saturday, their last chance to blood new players ahead of the Rugby Championship.

Crystal Palace News / The42 / July 16

Crystal Palace fans protest against Europa League ejection

The club were demoted last week to the Conference League after a ruling on multi-club ownership issues.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / July 16

Johan Ackermann named new Bulls head coach

Johan Ackermann has been named the new head coach of the Bulls, returning to the club he started his playing career at.

Rugby News / The42 / July 16

Wallabies get Valetini fitness boost ahead of Lions Test

Australia name their matchday 23 on Thursday..

Rugby News / RugbyPass / July 16

Iconic Lions moments of the professional era: 15-11

Gibbs tramples The Ox, Warburton sweet-talks the ref and a selection bombshell feature in the latest of our 25 iconic Lions moments.

Rugby News / ESPN / July 16

British and Irish Lions' first Test vs. Australia: Where to watch, kick-off time

Here is everything you need to know as the British and Irish Lions face the Wallabies in the first of a three-Test series.

Rugby News / BBC Sport / July 16

Five restored to Scotland line-up to face Samoa

Scotland have made five personnel changes and one positional switch for Friday's final tour match against Samoa (09:05 BST).

Rugby News / BBC Sport / July 16

Sorting out Super League's fixtures: Is it fair?

With a fixture list that sees some teams playing each other three times, BBC Sport takes a look at how Super League's schedule is decided, whether it's fair and whether it matters.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / July 16

Scotland forced into midfield change for Samoa after Tom Jordan blow

Gregor Townsend has made six changes to the team that started the loss to Fiji last weekend.

Rugby News / RugbyPass / July 16

Pair of Wallaroos stars undergo surgeries, set to miss Wales Tests

Both Wallaroos captain Siokapesi Palu and star Sevens convert Charlotte Caslick have been ruled out of Australia's upcoming two-Test series against Wales following surgeries.

Columbus Crew News / The42 / July 16

Jake Morris: 'It’s just really sweet. It will bring the group on a massive amount'

The Tipperary vice-captain attributes the best year of his career to being granted greater freedom to roam.

Rugby News / The42 / July 16

Romance and reality collide in Shelbourne's Champions League decider with Linfield

Tonight’s first-round qualifier is in the balance at Windsor Park after 1-0 win for League of Ireland side in Dublin.

Rugby News / The42 / July 16

Conor Lehane: 'It's about being a grown up, you've got to take it on the chin and just drive on'

The Midleton star on his changing role with the Cork hurlers and a return after being cut from the panel in 2021.

Rugby News / ESPN / July 15

Wallaroos sweating over fitness of leading stars

Two of the Wallaroos' biggest stars are in doubt for the Rugby World Cup with sevens convert Charlotte Caslick undergoing ankle surgery and skipper Siokapesi Palu in danger of suffering a similar fate.

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