Levi-powered Aussie women roar to world sevens title Australia's rugby women have become world sevens champions after defeating their great rivals New Zealand in the final match of the season in Bordeaux. AAP · Jun 7
Moloney-MacDonald’s four-try haul fires Exeter to emphatic win against Sale Flo Robinson also scored a try for the hosts, who ran away with the game in the second half to seal a 50-24 victory over Sale The Guardian - UK · Jun 7
Brumbies women stun Reds with after-the-siren penalty The Brumbies have snapped a seven-match winless streak after Faitala Moleka scored an after-the-siren penalty in a thrilling win over Queensland. AAP · Jun 7
Aussie sevens women eye world title as men crash out Australia's women rugby sevens team are two matches away from lifting the world championship crown in Bordeaux - but New Zealand stand ominously in their path. AAP · Jun 6
Franco Smith disappointed as Glasgow Warriors edged out by Bulls in URC semi-final Smith admitted Glasgow lost their way as the Bulls came on strong to end their United Rugby Championship hopes in Saturday’s semi-final at… The National (Scotland) · Jun 6
Farewell Kiss ends on Super downer as Wallabies beckon Incoming Wallabies coach Les Kiss remains optimistic about the state of Australian rugby despite no teams making Super semis for the first time since 2017. AAP · Jun 6
Exeter power past Saracens to book playoff semi-final spot as McCall era comes to an end Exeter Chiefs defeated Saracens 32-12 that gave them a trip to Bath in the Prem semi-final The Guardian - UK · Jun 6
Du Toit hat-trick helps Bath grab home semi-final by edging out Leicester Thomas du Toit’s hat-trick helped Bath to a 24-22 win over Leicester and gave them a home Prem semi-final against Exeter The Guardian - UK · Jun 6
Reds' run over as Chiefs set up all-Kiwi Super semis Queensland have fallen short in their bid to make history as the first Australian side to win a Super Rugby final in New Zealand, outplayed by the Chiefs. AAP · Jun 6
Here's Johnny! Crusaders stretch Super Rugby streak The Crusaders have cemented a Super Rugby Pacific semi-final berth, with fullback Johnny McNicoll scoring three tries as they trounced the Blues. AAP · Jun 6
Physical win but no bonus point for Waratahs women The NSW Waratahs have made a winning start to their title defence with a six-tries-to-four win over Fijian Drua, but they let a bonus point slip through. AAP · Jun 6
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
AAP · Jun 5 Hurricanes' 'washing machine' spins out busted Brumbies A record total, set up by five first-half Hurricanes tries, has emphatically ended the Brumbies' Super Rugby season and extended a horror Australian record.
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
AAP · Jun 5 Reds dance to different beat, Super recruits make mark A former NRLW Indigenous All Stars playmaker, Japanese prop, Dutch flyhalf and Black Ferns scrum menace will debut in the Super Rugby Women's opening round.
AAP · Jun 5 Force lose backline trio in big Super setback Darby Lancaster was a revelation at the Western Force before being cut down by injury, but the one-cap Wallabies flyer is now set to join the Blues.
AAP · Jun 5 Simple formula in prop's Reds return to upset Chiefs Aidan Ross played in two Chiefs finals wins against the Reds and returns to Hamilton to face his former side adamant there's no secret formula to their success.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 4 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
AAP · Jun 4 Brumby has grand plans to ride Hurricanes into history James Slipper is looking to weather the table-topping Hurricanes in Wellington, aiming to help rewrite the Super Rugby Pacific history books once again.
AAP · Jun 4 'They're big fans': Test chance Campbell up to speed Reds fullback Jock Campbell has found some extra pace and worked on another key area that would serve him well if recalled for his first Test in four years.
The National (Scotland) · Jun 3 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…
AAP · Jun 3 What horror record? Brumbies set sights on Hurricanes The Brumbies will have to buck history if they are to beat the Hurricanes in Wellington, but coach Stephen Larkham is treating it like a normal game.