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RFU warned schools crisis risks rugby becoming a ‘declining minority sport’

The Rugby Football Union has been warned it is facing an existential crisis and has been urged to make radical changes to schools rugby

The Guardian - UK

Wales head coach Warren Gatland not seeking to ‘protect my own backside’

Fiji, Australia and South Africa await Wales, who have not won a Test match since the 2023 World Cup, in the upcoming Autumn Nations Series.

The Independent UK

Wales recall host of senior figures to squad for Autumn Nations Series

Warren Gatland has included two uncapped players in a 35-man squad captained by hooker Dewi Lake

The Independent UK

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Wales boss Warren Gatland calls up uncapped duo ahead of autumn internationals

Blair Murray and Freddie Thomas have got the nod.

The Independent UK

Stuart Hogg misses court appearance ahead of domestic abuse trial

FORMER Scotland rugby international Stuart Hogg did not attend a court hearing ahead of a forthcoming trial in which he is accused of domestic abuse…

The National (Scotland)

Why Rangers must lie in 'uncomfortable' bed the players made for themselves

The fans vented their fury at the Rangers players following their dreadful showing at Rugby Park on Sunday, and Leon Balogun thinks their anger is…

The National (Scotland)

Football clubs who shared a stadium with another sport

Featuring rugby, American football and... motor racing?!

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Johnson like a kid with free tokens in Kiwis return

Shaun Johnson says he'll play without feeling pressure after coming out of retirement for injury-hit New Zealand in rugby league's Pacific Championship.

AAP

No excuses from Philippe Clement, but one year in, are Rangers on right track?

Philippe Clement offered no excuses after his team were defeated by Kilmarnock at Rugby Park, but a year into his reign, are Rangers on the right…

The National (Scotland)

Killie 1 Rangers 0: Late Watkins goal gives hosts deserved win over flat Gers

Here are the talking points from a blustery Rugby Park as a late Marley Watkins goal gives Kilmarnock a deserved win over a lacklustre Rangers…

The National (Scotland)

Fed-up Rangers fans make feelings known to Ibrox board with ‘must stop now’ message

Rangers fans in attendance at Rugby Park this afternoon have made their feelings known to the Ibrox hierarchy.

The National (Scotland)

Rugby brain injury lawsuit stuck in legal limbo – and players are still suffering

Push and pull for public opinion between lawyers and rugby authorities rumbles on but where would we be if no one had taken action in the first place?

The Guardian - UK

Plum review – Brendan Cowell triumphs as a rugby league player off the rails

Based on its star’s novel of the same name, the series about recovery and redemption is affecting, poetic and anything but cheesy

The Guardian - AU

Rugby’s 20-minute red card to be trialled in upcoming Autumn Nations Series

Ireland and France opposed the new law over player safety concerns while Premiership coaches wanted changes to keep players on the field

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The Independent UK

Ireland criticise 20-minute red card ahead of controversial trial in autumn Tests

France have also come out against changes to rugby’s on-field disciplinary system

The Guardian - UK

The Lion king in waiting? Why Ireland’s new talisman Caelan Doris fits the bill

The country boy from Lacken who is now a world-class No 8 on enjoying captaincy, a fascination with psychology and his penchant for hot yoga

Radio France Internationale

Judges to review rape case against French rugby players in Argentina

Judges in Argentina are on Friday expected to start a detailed review of evidence that could lead to the dismissal of rape charges levelled against two French rugby players.

The Guardian - UK

Sports quiz of the week: perfect starts, cheating claims and England coaches

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The Conversation

When does the love of the game outweigh the cost? ABC’s Plum brings rugby league’s concussion crisis to the fore

Brendan Cowell’s 2021 novel Plum has expertly wed two seemingly unnatural partners: rugby league and poetry. Cowell’s story is both an ode of love to rugby league, and a powerful exploration of the catastrophic effects of sport-induced brain injury.

AAP

How help of Sam Burgess nurtured PNG's next big star

Emerging PNG centre Rodrick Tai says Sam Burgess' coaching skills have helped him fulfil a dream of making it as a professional rugby league player.

Marie Claire

This Royal and His Friends Found Tea at Windsor Castle to Be a Hilariously Disappointing Experience

"I expected big trays loaded with scones and exotic fruit tarts."

The Guardian - UK

First Nations Championship rugby finals to be hosted in London then Qatar

London is set to be the first host of finals in the Rugby Nations Championship in 2026

AAP

Wallaroos embrace England challenge in Rugby World Cup

Australia's resurgent Wallaroos have been given a tough Women's Rugby World Cup draw, in a group alongside hosts and favourites England.

The Guardian - UK

Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 draw: champions New Zealand to face Ireland

Women’s Rugby World Cup holders New Zealand have been drawn in the same pool as Ireland for next year’s tournament in England

AAP

Pawa Meri: Orchids changing PNG perceptions

Original Orchid Cathy Neap sees the side's clash with Australia at Suncorp Stadium as another great leap for the fast-developing rugby league side.

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