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Latest news: Rugby Union
Reds lock in title-winner Cotter as Kiss successor
Vern Cotter, who coached the Blues to the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific title, will take over the Reds job once Les Kiss departs for the Wallabies this year.
Jan 26, 2026
Mo'unga magic in Japan heartens All Blacks fans
A late try gave Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo victory over Kubota Spears, leaving Saitama Wild Knights the only unbeaten side in Japan Rugby League One top tier.
Jan 25, 2026
Wallabies' Aussie tormentor could miss season injured
Ireland's Canberra-born star Mack Hansen will miss the Six Nations with injury, but five Australians are set to feature in Europe's rugby championship.
Jan 21, 2026
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World Cup dream alive as Roosters star defects to rugby
Star second-rower Angus Crichton will leave the Sydney Roosters at the end of the NRL season to play his boyhood code of rugby union.
Jan 21, 2026
Unruffled Rennie shows nerves of Steel with Kobe win
With his team going great guns in Japan, former Wallabies mentor Dave Rennie is one of a number of options to become the new All Blacks coach.
Jan 17, 2026
Wallabies captain Wilson to miss start of Super Rugby
Queensland backrower Harry Wilson has undergone surgery on his troublesome right knee and is expected to be sidelined for about six weeks.
Jan 17, 2026
Razor Robertson cut from All Blacks coaching role
After a disappointing 2025 season and reported player unrest, Scott Robertson, known as "Razor", has been sacked as All Blacks coach halfway through his term.
Jan 15, 2026
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Kerevi helps Japanese club D-Rocks beat Eagles
Former Wallaby Samu Kerevi was among the try-scorers as Urayasu beat Yokohama in Japanese club rugby.
Jan 11, 2026
Flanker Fraser the McReight man to lead Queensland Reds
Fraser McReight will captain Queensland in the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific, with the idea coming from former skipper Tate McDermott.
Jan 09, 2026
No welcome mat for league's Lomax from Wallabies star
Star scrumhalf Tate McDermott feels the Wallabies have enough depth on the wing without chasing former NRL flyer Zac Lomax, who is tossing up a code switch.
Jan 06, 2026
Unhappy Gilmore: Aussie coach under cosh at Harlequins
Famed English rugby club Harlequins have issued a statement about "not acceptable" performances from the team coached by Australian Jason Gilmore.
Jan 04, 2026
Idris Elba, Torvill and Dean knighted in UK honours
Actor Idris Elba, ice dancers Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean and the English women's football and rugby teams lead the New Year Honours list.
Dec 29, 2025
Kobe Steelers earn more bragging rights for Rennie
A trio of All Blacks have helped the Kobe Steelers to a convincing win in Japan Rugby League One.
Dec 28, 2025
Oh what a knight: Koroibete helps Saitama to Japan win
Former Wallaby Marika Koroibete opened the scoring in a five-try romp for Saitama over Urayasu in Japan's Rugby League One.
Dec 21, 2025
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'Anything's possible': Kiss tipping a Wallabies revival
Incoming Wallabies coach Les Kiss truly believes the lowly-ranked tournament hosts can be a force at the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia.
Dec 17, 2025
The Australians gunning for Japanese rugby glory
A former Wallabies coach, plenty of Australian players and a handful of ex-NRL flyers will have a point to prove when the Japanese rugby union season kicks off.
Dec 12, 2025
'Consistency at 10 will help': Joe Schmidt's confession
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt admits settling on a first-choice No.10 is a challenge after the coach used seven flyhalves in a rollercoaster 2025 campaign.
Dec 04, 2025
'Not at this stage': Schmidt coy about Wallabies role
Wily Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has not ruled out staying on as a World Cup advisor - or returning to the All Blacks camp for the 2027 showpiece in Australia.
Dec 03, 2025
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Wallabies want to face All Blacks to open World Cup
In a first-ever scenario, tournament hosts Australia have been drawn in the same group as arch-rivals New Zealand for the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Dec 03, 2025
Aussies humbled by New Zealand in Dubai Sevens finals
Both Australian teams at the Dubai Sevens have suffered anti-climactic losses in their respective finals against their old New Zealand rivals.
Nov 30, 2025
Maddi Levi fires as Aussies reach Dubai Sevens semis
Maddison Levi has begun the sevens season in style, five tries pushing Australia's women into the Dubai semi-finals, while the men reached the last-four too.
Nov 29, 2025
R360's demise could make for one big winner in NRL
Brisbane will be relieved by the news of R360's abandoned launch given their battle to keep Payne Haas and would not be alone in welcoming the collapse.
Nov 29, 2025
Financial boon for Fijian rugby with tournament invite
Fijian rugby is set to flourish following their inclusion in the Nations Championship, with the financial windfall set to improve facilities on the island.
Nov 29, 2025
R360 threat over with NRL ready to welcome back stars
Zac Lomax and Ryan Papenhuyzen will be able to return to the NRL if they wish, after rebel rugby competition R360's launch was abandoned until at least 2028.
Nov 28, 2025
Wallabies say konnichiwa to coach Kiss with Japan Test
With Joe Schmidt overseeing the Wallabies for three Tests of the new Nations Championship, Les Kiss will take over for a home and away series against Japan.
Nov 26, 2025
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