Rugby World Cups aren’t adding up for major unions and there is no easy fix South Africa no longer see hosting as viable and World Rugby is under pressure to deliver for its members The Guardian - UK · Apr 15, 2025
France allowed 'major failures' in finances of 2023 Rugby World Cup, watchdog says "Major failures" in the French government's oversight of the 2023 Rugby World Cup led to heavy financial losses and left the French Rugby Federation in difficulty, the state's financial watchdog said on Tuesday. Radio France Internationale · Apr 8, 2025
Wallabies lock Philip returning home, joins Waratahs After another stint off-shore, Wallabies lock Matt Philip is returning to Australia through to the 2027 Rugby World Cup. AAP · Apr 6, 2025
Spain could include Camp Nou final in bid to host 2035 Rugby World Cup Spain could include the Camp Nou and Bernabéu in a potential bid for the 2035 Rugby World Cup The Guardian - UK · Apr 3, 2025
Ruby Tui: ‘I was trying to grow women’s rugby – I had no idea the effect my story would have’ The Rugby World Cup winner tells Donald McRae about her journey from a traumatic childhood haunted by domestic violence and alcoholism to being a Black Ferns superstar The Guardian - UK · Mar 31, 2025
Ireland lock down Tadhg Beirne and Garry Ringrose to new contracts Beirne’s two-year deal runs until the 2027 Rugby World Cup while Ringrose’s new terms run until the end of the 2027-28 season. The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2025
Brumbies disappointed by Canberra Rugby World Cup snub Rugby union legends have questioned why Canberra has been overlooked as a Rugby World Cup host, with the capital's aging stadium blamed for the snub. AAP · Jan 31, 2025
Sydney’s Olympic Stadium to host 2027 Rugby World Cup final Organisers confirmed the seven Australian cities which will host the 24-team competition. The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2025
Sydney set to host 2027 Rugby World Cup final Sydney has scored hosting rights for the 2027 Rugby World Cup final as Melbourne was unveiled as a tournament host. AAP · Jan 30, 2025
Sydney to host 2027 Rugby World Cup final as Melbourne settles for last-16 games The eyes of the rugby world will again fall on Sydney, 24 years after the Wallabies’ heartbreaking defeat to England at the city’s Olympic Stadium The Guardian - AU · Jan 30, 2025
Ilona Maher: Bristol Bears stint can help me ‘fit seamlessly’ into USA team Ilona Maher said the measure of success with Bristol for her would be if she has ‘caught up’ with the USA 15s team for this year’s Rugby World Cup The Guardian - UK · Jan 15, 2025
Manchester United, Ryder Cup and Lions tour: 12 sport storylines for 2025 Everton’s new stadium, Women’s Rugby World Cup and potentially close Ashes series – the new year has much to offer The Guardian - UK · Jan 1, 2025
Ellie Kildunne believes impact of home Rugby World Cup lies ‘beyond imagination’ The 25-year-old was crowned World Rugby women’s 15s player of the year earlier this month. The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2024
Wallaroos to play seven Tests to prepare for World Cup After claiming their first ever silverware in 2024, the Wallaroos will look to build on their success heading into the Women's Rugby World Cup next year. AAP · Dec 9, 2024
International Business Times · Nov 7, 2024 Irish Face All Blacks In Rematch Of World Cup Thriller Ireland meet New Zealand on Friday at Lansdowne Road in a rematch of last year's epic Rugby World Cup quarter-final which dashed Irish dreams of lifting the trophy.
The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2024 England face USA in 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup opener The Red Roses are aiming for glory on home soil.
AAP · Oct 22, 2024 Wallaroos avoid England in Rugby World Cup opener The Wallaroos will take on Samoa in their opening match of next year's Women's Rugby World Cup, building up to a crunch clash with heavyweight hosts England.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 6, 2024 ‘Not sure I’ll ever fully heal’: Natasha Hunt seeks Rugby World Cup redemption The scrum-half was devastated to not be selected in 2022, but says the experience made her a better player
The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2024 British Army veteran Jaco van Gass hopes to deliver more Paralympic success The former soldier cheered on his native South Africa against England during last year’s Rugby World Cup in France.
AAP · Aug 5, 2024 Waratahs snare World Cup winner Catt as assistant coach The NSW Waratahs have signed 2003 English Rugby World Cup winner Mike Catt as an assistant coach for at least three Super Rugby seasons.
AAP · Jul 1, 2024 Black Fern legend Woodman-Wickliffe's Olympic swansong Portia Woodman-Wickliffe, a two-time Rugby World Cup winner and Olympic gold medallist, is to retire from the international game after the Paris Games.
AAP · Jun 28, 2024 Waratahs closer to naming coach after Raiwalui signing After guiding Fiji to the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals with a stunning win over the Wallabies, Simon Raiwalui has joined the NSW Waratahs as performance boss.
The Independent UK · Jun 25, 2024 Women’s Rugby World Cup ticket details released - and where England will play in knockouts The final will be played at Twickenham as England host the month-long tournament next year
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International Business Times · Mar 14, 2024 English Rugby's Leading Lights Turn To France To Escape Financial Strife When England head to Lyon on Saturday to face France in a potential Six Nations title decider they will be shorn of four members of the side that took them to a surprise third place in the Rugby World Cup in October.