How Clapham became the unlikely face of London’s TikTok mobs Why is affluent SW4 such a regular location for ‘link-ups’ — unruly gatherings of teens mobilised online? Katie Strick investigates Evening Standard · Jun 6
England in commanding position after frantic second day against New Zealand Gus Atkinson and Josh Tongue left the Black Caps 36 for three at the close after England had set the tourists a tough target of 254 to win. The Independent UK · Jun 5
Andy Farrell signs new Ireland contract to quash any chance of England switch Andy Farrell has signed a new deal to remain as Ireland’s head coach until 2031 ending any potential interest from the RFU The Guardian - UK · Jun 5
Prem team of the season: from teen with a sky-high ceiling to a stat-topping No 8 The league has been a launchpad for players such as Noah Caluori while showcasing the best English rugby has to offer The Guardian - UK · Jun 5
Leeds end long wait for home victory against St Helens to build lead at top Leeds ended their decade-long wait for a home victory over their great rivals St Helens to solidify their position at the Super League summit after a 24-16 win The Guardian - UK · Jun 4
RFU council member punished for Maggie Alphonsi comment on Facebook Matthew Smith had his privileges temporarily removed after which rugby pundit Alphonsi said she was ‘disappointed’ with the outcome The Guardian - UK · Jun 4
Warriors star eager to help several Glasgow team-mates enjoy fitting farewell Fagerson is determined to help several of his Glasgow team-mates enjoy a triumphant farewell as they gear up for their URC semi-final vs Bulls at… The National (Scotland) · Jun 3
Expanding Premiership Women’s Rugby could be a game-changer, if done right Interest in joining a bigger PWR is strong, but how its non-professional players would be treated remains a key obstacle The Guardian - UK · Jun 2
Tributes pour in for rugby league legend John Kear after sudden passing The Challenge Cup-winning coach and renowned broadcaster died on Sunday at the age of 71 The Independent UK · Jun 1
Olly Woodburn double stuns Leicester as Exeter end Tigers’ unbeaten run at home Olly Woodburn scored two tries for Exeter in their 35-26 victory to become the first team to win in the league at Leicester in 14 months The Guardian - UK · May 31
Wigan secure Challenge Cup with dominant win over Hull KR at Wembley Jack Farrimond scored Wigan’s opening two tries in a seven-try thrashing. The Independent UK · May 30
Saracens climb into top four with win over Harlequins in McCall’s home farewell Saracens beat Harlequins 26-12 to enter the top four of the Prem for the first time this season The Guardian - UK · May 30
Moana Pasifika sign off from Super Rugby with a win and emotionally charged hymn Undermanned side upsets finals-bound ACT Brumbies 21-19 before players and staff come together to mark the victory and club’s expected demise The Guardian - AU · May 30
Saracens aim for top four as Mark McCall’s final season at the helm comes to a close Quiet architect of Saracens’ modern dynasty prepares for emotional farewell as his side battle for a playoff spot in penultimate match of the season The Guardian - UK · May 29
The Guardian - AU · May 28 NSW make history with first clean sweep of Women’s State of Origin in game three Blues defeat Maroons 12-4 to complete 3-0 whitewash with Yasmin Meakes named player of the series
The Guardian - AU · May 28 Blues seal Women’s State of Origin with game three win – as it happened New South Wales lift Origin shield after beating Queensland 12-4 in third game on the Gold Coast
AAP · May 27 There'll be a spot for Moses in game two: Daley Mitch Moses missed the State of Origin series opener through injury but there'll be a spot for him on the NSW teamsheet for game two, says coach Laurie Daley.
The Guardian - UK · May 27 Jo Yapp named head coach for historic first women’s British & Irish Lions tour Jo Yapp, the former England captain and Wallaroos coach, has been named the head coach for the first women’s British & Irish Lions tour of New Zealand
The Guardian - AU · May 27 Blues steal State of Origin opener from Maroons – as it happened New South Wales launch incredible comeback from 0-20 down after Queensland let first-half dominance slip away
The Guardian - UK · May 26 ‘Everyone hates us, don’t they?’: Mo Hunt on why England won’t tire of dominating women’s rugby Mo Hunt, the England scrum-half, had to watch the Six Nations from the sidelines after suffering a season-ending knee injury in the opening game
AAP · May 26 Reds looking to launch into Super finals with a bang Queensland's Carter Gordon feels the Reds' best rugby is ahead of them and is hopeful his team hits top form with the Super Rugby Pacific finals looming.
The Guardian - UK · May 25 England beat New Zealand by seven wickets in third and deciding women’s T20 international – as it happened England bowl visitors out for just 80 runs in Hove and claim 2-1 series win over the White Ferns
The Guardian - UK · May 25 Bordeaux’s rout of Leinster cements French dominance and leaves rivals playing catch-up Faster and smarter in deed and thought, Bordeaux ruthlessly demonstrated why Top 14 supremacy looks set to continue for a while yet
The Guardian - UK · May 24 Pioneering study aims to find out how repeated blows to head in women’s rugby affects brain Risk of CTE in men’s sports has been widely studied, but female brains are softer and more vulnerable
AAP · May 24 Munster fails to train as Maroons scoff at 'mind games' Queensland captain Cameron Munster was a notable absentee from Sunday's training session, but the Maroons have allayed fears he is in doubt for State of Origin.