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DARK SECRETS: 6 - The Real Truth

Hong Kong in frame to host Nations Championship finals and Lions matches

Kai Tak Sports Park is favourite to host the event post-2028 and will welcome Spurs, Arsenal and Liverpool in July

The Guardian - UK

US rugby hopes Ilona Maher will be part of England and Fiji DC doubleheader

Washington date confirmed for Steve Borthwick’s men while women’s World Cup preparations bring Fiji to town

The Guardian - US

Ross Vintcent red card: Why was the Italy back row sent off against Ireland in the Six Nations?

Vintcent saw red early in the second half after making head to head contact with Ireland full back Hugo Keenan

The Independent UK

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The bold call that paid off for France against Ireland – and why it is controversial

Ireland 27-42 France: A Springboks-style bench proved vital for France in seizing control of the Six Nations - but not all are fans of the tactic

The Independent UK

Speedy set pieces and 20-minute red cards: have rugby’s changes worked?

After three rounds of the 2025 Six Nations, we assess the impact of World Rugby’s latest package of law tweaks

The Guardian - UK

No confidence vote risks sending English rugby into ‘paralysis’, clubs told

Chief executive Bill Sweeney will face a vote of no-confidence at a special general meeting in late March

The Independent UK

Garry Ringrose red card: Why was the Ireland centre sent off against Wales in the Six Nations?

Ringrose saw red towards the end of the first half in Cardiff after making contact with the head of centre counterpart Ben Thomas

The Independent UK

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Dragons start life after Warren Gatland – Wales v Ireland talking points

Gatland departed following Wales’ 14th successive Test defeat.

The Independent UK

James Ryan red card: Why was the Ireland lock sent off against South Africa?

Ryan was shown red early on in the clash at the Aviva Stadium

The Independent UK

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

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

Bill Sweeney’s RFU fate to be decided after Six Nations following U-turn

Bill Sweeney’s fate as the Rugby Football Union’s chief executive will be decided shortly after the Six Nations following an embarrassing U-turn from the governing body

The Guardian - UK

Zoe Aldcroft replaces Marlie Packer as England captain for 2025

The 28-year-old Gloucester-Hartpury forward has 58 international caps.

The Independent UK

‘Trailblazer’ Ilona Maher showing the way, says World Rugby chief

The United States Olympic sevens star is on a short-term deal at Bristol ahead of this summer’s World Cup.

The Independent UK

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The Guardian - AU

Maddi Levi: ‘I’m not the only one who suffers with self-doubt’

Australian cross-code athlete’s own expectations weigh heavy even as she soars to greater heights as World Rugby’s sevens player of the year

The Guardian - UK

Bill Beaumont could take over as RFU chair with Ilube on brink over pay row

RFU chair Tom Ilube in talks after emergency council meeting, with grassroots rebellion by clubs set to force vote of no confidence in him and chief executive Bill Sweeney

The Independent UK

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 Guardian - UK

Four Lions revealed to be part of group suing authorities over brain injuries

Lawyers have withdrawn their application for anonymity for 43 players in a lawsuit as World Rugby, RFU and WRU ask for end to delays in case

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The Independent UK

Tom Curry’s England return brings rugby’s concussion problem back under spotlight

Amid the backdrop of a brain injury lawsuit by former players against rugby’s governing bodies, Curry’s quick recovery has raised questions about an issue that could define the sport’s future

The Guardian - AU

Turning green shoots into gold: the man behind the scenes in the Wallabies’ revival

Peter Horne was hired as Rugby Australia’s high performance director to get the game ‘back on track’. Recent results suggest he is making headway

The National (Scotland)

Martin Hannan: How Scotland can beat the Wallabies at Murrayfield

I have watched every one of the Autumn Series games and I think it’s been one of the most exciting non-tournaments I have ever seen.

The Independent UK

Springboks dominate Player of the Year shortlist but Ox Nche snubbed from World Rugby Awards

No prop has ever won World Rugby’s Men’s Player of the Year award and Nche has failed to make a four-player shortlist

The Guardian - UK

Freddie Steward’s selection can strengthen England in defence and in attack

Steve Borthwick’s team always kick a lot but they must use the ball well if they are to have a chance against these brilliant South Africans

The Independent UK

Top rugby stars ‘sign up for IPL and Formula 1 inspired breakaway competition’

The mooted venture could radically reshape the club game

The Guardian - UK

Rugby’s ‘escort’ crackdown prompts disgruntled Borthwick to change tack

Shape of the game has tilted significantly since the latest law tweak that risks tactical monotony and a lack of charm

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