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Why are South Africa and New Zealand playing in Baltimore? The inside story of Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry

RUGBY’S GREATEST RIVALRY: As the two heavyweight nations prepare to clash in Baltimore in September, Harry Latham-Coyle lays out the landscape as rugby chases the American dream

The Independent UK

Springboks to take on All Blacks in Baltimore in first Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series

The two sides will meet in Maryland in September

The Independent UK

Venues confirmed for 2027 Rugby World Cup with Melbourne Cricket Ground not included

Two stadiums in Sydney will be utilised for the tournament, while Melbourne’s games will be played at Docklands Stadium

The Independent UK

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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.

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England hooker Jamie George to retire in 2027 with World Cup on horizon

The 35-year-old has won 105 England caps and captained both his country and the British and Irish Lions.

The Independent UK

Fans and Welsh rugby chiefs at odds over plan to cut one of four professional sides

WRU leaders have told Westminster MPs that the union has the public’s support in axing one of the four regions in order to save a ‘broken’ game in Wales

The Guardian - UK

The Fabien Galthie gambles that put pressure on France’s Six Nations title defence

With veterans Gregory Alldritt, Damian Penaud and Gael Fickou omitted, Galthie has looked to the future as France bid to go back-to-back

The Independent UK

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Wallabies lure NRL star Angus Crichton to bolster Rugby World Cup hopes

Crichton follows Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii, Mark Nawaqanitawase and Carter Gordon into rugby union

The Independent UK

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.

AAP

Fixtures and schedule confirmed for first women’s British and Irish Lions tour

The Lions will take on the Black Ferns in a three-Test series in 2027

The Independent UK

Wales coach Steve Tandy left trapped in middle of toxic Ospreys and Cardiff saga

The Six Nations squad announcement was overshadowed by the doubt surrounding the regions’ futures, which is fast escalating into a civil war

The Guardian - UK

Going blind at 29 helped me see a glaring gap in Pacific eye health

Comment from the University of Auckland: Comment: Young Samoan touch player Esmerelda Lo Tam never imagined she would be a transplant recipient – or that a 6yo boy at the hospital would inspire her to a new public health career.

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Welsh rugby’s uncertain future explained after controversial WRU move adds to chaos

A controversial cut to the number of professional sides in the country appears to be reaching an unsatisfying conclusion

The Independent UK

Gregor Townsend names settled Scotland squad for vital Six Nations

Experienced forwards Dave Cherry and Jonny Gray are recalled for the tournament

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Wales reveal Six Nations squad amid more off-field uncertainty

Veteran prop Tomas Francis has been recalled to a group containing two uncapped players

The Guardian - UK

England prepare to reveal Six Nations hand with Borthwick aware of ticking clock

The Six Nations is a key staging post on the road to next year’s World Cup and with injuries biting, Wales offer the only real chance to experiment

The Guardian - UK

Champions Cup organisers defend format but consider changes next season

The organisers of the Champions Cup are looking to shift the start of the tournament back to October to add extra impetus to the pool stages

The Independent UK

Peter Claffey on his journey from pro rugby to leading the new Game of Thrones spinoff: ‘I had a bit of a meltdown’

INTERVIEW: A few years ago, Peter Claffey was playing rugby professionally in Ireland. Now his towering stature is being put to good use as the aptly-named Ser Duncan the Tall in ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’. He talks to Tom Murray about sport versus acting, being ‘a complete nerd’…

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‘It felt amazing to be on the start line again’: the rugby pro who became paralysed – and is aiming for the Paralympic Games

Aged 20, Taylor Gough had a car accident. Five years later, he’s hoping to compete in the 2028 Paralympics. How did he do it?

Woman & Home

Kate Middleton shares hilariously honest George revelation as she hosts women's rugby reception

The Princess talked about her children's love for the sport and George has clearly got some serious skills

Marie Claire

Rihanna Revives 2025's Rugby Shirt Trend in a Vaquera Top and Balenciaga Knife Pants

White Amina Muaddi pointed-toe pumps and multiple jackets completed the Fenty founder's outfit.

AAP

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.

Marie Claire

Exclusive: Princess Kate Is "Investing Emotionally" and Having More Fun in Her Royal Role as Her "Personal Evolution" Is on Display

Body language expert Darren Stanton says Kate "genuinely wants others to have a positive experience."

Marie Claire

Princess Kate's Rarely-Seen Birthday Necklace Represents "Friendship" and "Vitality" Along With Serving as a Special Nod to Women's Rugby

Her garnet pendant was on display during a reception at Windsor Castle.

Marie Claire

Since Princess Kate "Is Officially a Cowboy," England Women's Rugby Player Says She'll "Have to Tattoo Her"

The Princess of Wales was called a "good sport" by player Ellie Kildunne.

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