Rebels merger plan no big secret, Rugby Australia says The Melbourne Rebels can't claim a proposal known as Winning Rugby was kept secret from them because the club had agreed to it, the sport's governing body says. AAP · May 20
McDermott returns, Brumbies switch up for big clashes The Queensland Reds will welcome back Tate McDermott from a long-term hamstring injury, and the Brumbies have opted to shift some of their stars to the bench. AAP · May 20
Waratahs refuse to risk Suaalii in must-win Super clash Coach Dan McKellar has named an unchanged team, opting against rushing back Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii for a do-or-die Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Brumbies. AAP · May 20
Former Fiji rugby star happy to be back on the track After making her mark in rugby for the Queensland Reds and the Fiji sevens team, Heleina Young is back on the track with an eye on the LA Olympics. AAP · May 20
Triple blow for Maroons in bid to avoid women's sweep Injuries to three key players have compounded Queensland's task to avoid a 3-0 women's State of Origin whitewash. AAP · May 20
Horwill's pick to get Wallabies on World Cup front foot James Horwill has nominated Lukhan Salakaia-Loto as the enforcer the Wallabies are crying out for as they build to next year's World Cup. AAP · May 20
Borthwick delays call on resting Itoje until final England squad announced in June England’s head coach, Steve Borthwick, says he may rest some senior players including his captain, Maro Itoje, for all or part of the Nations Championship The Guardian - UK · May 19
'Different beast': don't write off Wallabies for Cup Brad Thorn has delivered his verdict on the Wallabies and reflected on his own World Cup experiences to mark 500 days until the Australian showpiece begins. AAP · May 19
Lynagh reveals injury, contract detail with Cup in mind Wallabies flyhalf Tom Lynagh has provided fresh detail to his frustrating injury absence and hinted at an imminent contract extension. AAP · May 19
Scott Hastings obituary One of the greats of Scottish rugby who went on to have a successful broadcasting career The Guardian - UK · May 18
England play Tetris to build pyramid towards extending global dominance England showed their hunger to defend Women’s World Cup title in 2029 by sealing an eighth successive Six Nations triumph The Guardian - UK · May 18
Former England cricket captain MJK Smith dies aged 92 Smith’s passing was confirmed on Monday morning by his former county club, Warwickshire The Independent UK · May 18
England call up former Junior Springbok for Nations Championship Bristol’s South African centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg has been selected in England’s 42-man training squad for the inaugural Nations Championship The Guardian - UK · May 18
Rugby Australia's alleged secret plan blindsided Rebels A mysterious policy designed to boost Australian rugby heartland at the expense of the Melbourne Rebels is a key sticking point in a lawsuit worth millions. AAP · May 18
AAP · May 18 'It still hurts': Brumbies set for Super revenge Allan Alaalatoa says the Brumbies have been re-watching video of their round seven loss to NSW, determined to down their arch-rivals in his milestone match.
The Guardian - UK · May 17 Resolve of Red Roses in Six Nations glory should not be overlooked Concern that England’s women are not being challenged fails to acknowledge what it takes for consistent excellence
Evening Standard · May 17 Scotland and Lions rugby great Scott Hastings dies at 61 The star announced in 2022 that he had been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
AAP · May 17 Kurtley Beale becomes Force's 'Mr Spark' The Western Force are starting to find their form, and Kurtley Beale's energetic performances haven't gone unnoticed.
The Guardian - UK · May 17 Leicester set sights on top two after running riot at Sale to seal Prem playoff place Leicester sealed a Prem playoff place with a 47-33 win at Sale that was a forcible reminder to the other title contenders
AAP · May 17 No regrets: Les Kiss backs decision to rest Reds stars The Queensland Reds have been left clinging to sixth spot after resting a host of stars in their 19-14 loss to the Western Force in Perth.
The Guardian - UK · May 16 Free-flowing Harlequins dent Exeter’s playoff hopes with comeback win Exeter remain fourth, but they could have put themselves out of reach of the chasing pack had they not fallen away as Harlequins won 41-24 at Allianz Stadium
AAP · May 16 Reds suffer late heartache as Force snare thrilling win The Western Force have kept their slim finals hopes alive after surviving some nervy late moments to post a 19-14 win over the Queensland Reds at HBF Park.
Evening Standard · May 16 RFU renews bid for concerts from world's biggest artists at Twickenham The Rugby Football Union wants to hold 15 major non-sporting events annually at the stadium in south west London
The Guardian - UK · May 16 France plot England’s downfall but Marlie Packer and co defiant in final crunch In Bordeaux on Sunday the Red Roses chase an eighth straight Women’s Six Nations title, with Les Bleues seeking a slam too
AAP · May 16 Slick Waratahs demolish Drua, keep top six hopes alive The NSW Waratahs have snapped a 15-game losing streak when playing outside of Australia by defeating the Fijian Drua in Suva.