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    Schmidt’s old boss Nucifora to join Lions’ bid to beat Wallabies months after mysterious RA consultancy role The Roar22:38British and Irish Lions Australia Rugby International Rugby
    Ex-Wallaby Nucifora set to be a Lion king in Australia The West Australian19:12British and Irish Lions Australia Rugby International Rugby
    'I've never thought about stepping down' - RFU boss Bill Sweeney RugbyPass11:27Rugby Union UK Rugby Union Trade Unions
    Under-fire RFU CEO Bill Sweeney: 'I've never thought about stepping down' ESPN.co.uk18:39Rugby Union UK Rugby Union Trade Unions
    Mitchell reveals quality that made Aldcroft ideal Red Roses captain The Independent09:55England Rugby Six Nations Rugby Union
    Introvert v extrovert: Different ways Zoe Aldcroft and Ilona Maher are having on rugby The Telegraph19:57England Rugby Six Nations Rugby Union
    All Blacks great: Six Nations only behind the Rugby World Cup as the sport’s ‘pinnacle’ Planet Rugby12:50All Blacks Six Nations UK Rugby Union
    Perth to host 2027 Rugby World Cup opening ceremony The West Australian11:31Rugby Union International Rugby Australia Rugby
    ‘I locked myself in the basement’: The year 10 summer slog that made a Wallaby-in-waiting – and saw him shatter a Qld… The Roar00:05Rugby Union International Rugby Australia Rugby
    Australia ready to welcome a new era of rugby as Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 visual identity… Sevens World Series - Official Site03:24Republic of Ireland Sport Australian Sport
    Steve Borthwick plays up England as underdogs angle ahead of Six Nations clash with Ireland The Irish Times18:46Steve Borthwick England Rugby Six Nations
    Steve Borthwick backs new skipper Maro Itoje to lead England at 2027 World Cup Irish Examiner18:04Steve Borthwick England Rugby Six Nations
    Ilona Maher is adjusting to rugby life in England and a newly broken nose: 'I want to be the best player' (exclusive) People13:15Women's Rugby World Cup Rugby Union
    Ilona Maher: Bears stint can help me ‘fit seamlessly’ into USA World Cup team Yahoo! Sport18:07Women's Rugby World Cup Rugby Union
    Which World Cup winners might retire from Springboks in 2025? The South African08:51South Africa Rugby Rugby Union International Rugby
    Warren Gatland reveals World Cup winner's message minutes after Wales defeat Wales Online10:01South Africa Rugby Rugby Union International Rugby
    Siya Kolisi eyes 2027 Rugby World Cup, vows to fight for Springbok jersey IOL11:30Currie Cup Africa

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    The latest on Kitshoff after neck surgery Rugby 36508:40
    Yesterday
    Ilona Maher Is Adjusting to Rugby Life in England and a Newly Broken Nose: 'I Want to Be the Best Player' (Exclusive) People13:15 24-Jan-25
    Perth to host 2027 Rugby World Cup opening ceremony The West Australian11:31 24-Jan-25
    'I’ve never thought about stepping down' - RFU boss Bill Sweeney RugbyPass11:27 24-Jan-25
    A bleak update on injured Pieter-Steph Du Toit Rugby 36509:00 24-Jan-25
    New coaches to challenge Women's Preview Division favourites Rugby 36507:38 24-Jan-25
    In the last 7 days
    Transitions and new focus for women’s sevens teams in World Cup year The Roar23:29 23-Jan-25
    Schmidt’s old boss Nucifora to join Lions’ bid to beat Wallabies months after mysterious RA consultancy role The Roar22:38 23-Jan-25
    Welsh youngster targets place on Wales' summer tour after catching Gatland's eye Wales Online19:12 23-Jan-25
    Ex-Wallaby Nucifora set to be a Lion king in Australia The West Australian19:12 23-Jan-25
    Under-fire RFU CEO Bill Sweeney: 'I've never thought about stepping down' ESPN.co.uk18:39 23-Jan-25
    Defiant Sweeney refuses to apologise for RFU bonuses scandal The Independent18:16 23-Jan-25
    Bill Sweeney determined to stay in RFU role until 2027 The Irish News18:15 23-Jan-25
    All Blacks legend reveals the surprising ‘havoc’ Pieter-Steph du Toit causes when not on the… Planet Rugby13:56 23-Jan-25
    Isgro signs new deal at Quins after whirlwind journey to the top Ealing Times13:26 23-Jan-25
    Sir Steve Hansen’s verdict on ex-NRL star compared to Sonny Bill Williams whose All Blacks… Planet Rugby10:42 23-Jan-25
    Olivia Apps: 'I didn't even know rugby existed and then I saw you guys play' RugbyPass10:20 23-Jan-25
    ‘See the bigger picture’: Wallabies captain calls on players to re-commit to Aussie rugby revival The Roar03:39 23-Jan-25
    ‘I locked myself in the basement’: The year 10 summer slog that made a Wallaby-in-waiting – and saw him shatter a QLD… The Roar00:05 23-Jan-25
    Steve Borthwick plays up England as underdogs angle ahead of Six Nations clash with Ireland The Irish Times18:46 22-Jan-25
    Retiring Portugal prop Francisco Fernandes eyes huge record before bowing out RugbyPass17:26 22-Jan-25
    All Blacks great: Six Nations only behind the Rugby World Cup as the sport’s ‘pinnacle’ Planet Rugby12:50 22-Jan-25
    Siya Kolisi eyes 2027 Rugby World Cup, vows to fight for Springbok jersey IOL11:30 22-Jan-25
    PWR 2025-26 season delayed to build on RWC interest BBC22:21 21-Jan-25
    All Blacks reclaim throne, Wallabies stun Lions: 10 bold predictions for 2025 RugbyPass22:14 21-Jan-25
    Off-contract Wallabies considering European exit if Schmidt opts out WA Today18:33 21-Jan-25
    New PWR League Season to Kick Off in October 2025 Exeter Chiefs - Official Site14:01 21-Jan-25
    'We will be very competitive!' | Townsend hopeful of Scotland's Six Nations campaign Sky Sports13:45 21-Jan-25
    Easterby: England in Dublin, it doesn't get much bigger than that Sky Sports13:35 21-Jan-25
    Townsend confident Scotland will have 'very competitive' Six Nations campaign Sky Sports13:35 21-Jan-25
    'Goal is to build for World Cup' | Gatland 'looking forward' to Six Nations challenge Sky Sports13:28 21-Jan-25
    Itoje 'honoured' by captaincy call up | 'George will be missed' Sky Sports13:18 21-Jan-25
    Borthwick: 'World-class' Itoje can get even better Sky Sports13:04 21-Jan-25
    England's Six Nations injury concerns grow with George to miss Ireland opener Sky Sports11:43 21-Jan-25
    'Bold and powerful again!' | Throwback to Cuthbert bursting through Aussie defence Sky Sports18:01 20-Jan-25
    Lynn appointed new Wales coach ahead of World Cup: ‘I’m coming home’ The Independent16:48 20-Jan-25
    RG Snyman - 464 minutes at Leinster and already a demi-god Irish Mirror10:58 20-Jan-25
    Which World Cup winners might retire from Springboks in 2025? The South African08:51 20-Jan-25
    Scarratt proves she has role to play in England’s World Cup bid The Telegraph21:23 19-Jan-25
    I was a Rugby World Cup winner – now I’m a full-time farmer who has suffered huge setbacks talkSPORT16:42 19-Jan-25
    Matt Dawson joins Clive Woodward-backed Seat Unique City AM15:01 19-Jan-25
    Warren Gatland reveals World Cup winner's message minutes after Wales defeat Wales Online10:01 19-Jan-25
    I want us to be unstoppable, says Aldcroft The Rugby Paper08:21 19-Jan-25
    His World Cup and Olympics went up in smoke. Will Hooper finally get a farewell against the… The Sydney Morning Herald05:17 19-Jan-25
    'Ferocious' year ahead for Ruby Tui Radio New Zealand22:28 18-Jan-25
    Bok Women give De Bruin Super Rugby nostalgia Rugby 36512:09 18-Jan-25
    ‘Other farmers think I’m a multi-millionaire because of rugby, but I’m nowhere near’ The Telegraph08:10 18-Jan-25
    Australia ready to welcome a new era of rugby as Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 visual identity… Sevens World Series - Official Site03:24 18-Jan-25
    In the last month
    Wayne Barnes slams referees’ union for role in rebellion over RFU pay RugbyPass12:47 17-Jan-25
    ‘Superhero’ Siya Kolisi issues warning to Springboks’ rising stars as captain insists he’s up… Planet Rugby12:11 17-Jan-25
    Former Lions and England wing Watson retires on medical grounds The Telegraph12:10 17-Jan-25
    'A super finish!' | Throwback to Watson's stunning solo try Sky Sports11:59 17-Jan-25
    Aggreko becomes Official Supplier of Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 Sevens World Series - Official Site11:09 17-Jan-25
    Dan Cole makes surprise admission about World Cup semi-final against South Africa RugbyDump.com10:09 17-Jan-25
    Kolisi confirms: I’m ready to play through to next World Cup The South African07:01 17-Jan-25
    Record-breaking 220,000 tickets sold for Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 Sevens World Series - Official Site18:52 16-Jan-25
    Mitchell reveals quality that made Aldcroft ideal Red Roses captain The Independent09:55 16-Jan-25
    Bok Women stronger and fitter for jam-packed #RWC year Rugby 36507:00 16-Jan-25
    Ilona Maher urges rugby to do more to grow game ahead of Women's Rugby World Cup The Japan Times02:46 16-Jan-25
    Maggie Alphonsi believes Ireland will be contenders at Women’s World Cup The Irish Independent02:32 16-Jan-25
    England need 'extraordinary' leader Aldcroft - Mitchell BBC20:14 15-Jan-25
    Introvert v extrovert: Different ways Zoe Aldcroft and Ilona Maher are having on rugby The Telegraph19:57 15-Jan-25
    Mitchell: Our captain change isn't 'personal' | 'Packer's taken it like a champ' Sky Sports18:44 15-Jan-25
    Ilona Maher: Bears stint can help me ‘fit seamlessly’ into USA World Cup team Yahoo! Sport18:07 15-Jan-25
    ‘Our country likes big visions’ – Scott Lawrence on USA’s World Cup mission RugbyPass15:40 15-Jan-25
    England: Steve Borthwick reveals key ‘factors’ behind surprise Maro Itoje captaincy decision Planet Rugby11:21 15-Jan-25
    Siya Kolisi unlikely to make the next World Cup – Former boks coach The South African10:03 15-Jan-25
    Cobus Reinach’s ‘rugby IQ’ will give Stormers an edge IOL08:36 15-Jan-25
    Scotland star out of Six Nations and in 'race against the clock' for World Cup Scotland Rugby News19:59 14-Jan-25
    Springbok scrumhalf Cobus Reinach makes exciting return to SA to join Stormers IOL19:42 14-Jan-25
    ‘Nonu means nothing to them’: The USA has been selling rugby the wrong way – this is how the 2031 RWC can succeed The Roar19:04 14-Jan-25
    Borthwick backs Itoje to lead England to next Rugby World Cup ESPN.co.uk18:32 14-Jan-25
    Steve Borthwick backs new skipper Maro Itoje to lead England at 2027 World Cup Irish Examiner18:04 14-Jan-25
    Borthwick: Itoje is a world class player, when he speaks everyone listens Sky Sports16:42 14-Jan-25
    Red Roses confirm new captain ahead of the 2025 World Cup RugbyDump.com14:55 14-Jan-25
    Springbok Transfers: Huge return to SA – Confirmed The South African13:51 14-Jan-25
    Itoje replaces Saracens team-mate George as England captain Sky Sports12:49 14-Jan-25
    DHL Stormers Land Double World Cup-Winner for 2025/26 Season FloRugby12:32 14-Jan-25
    Cobus Reinach makes exciting return to SA to join Stormers IOL12:14 14-Jan-25
    Itoje replaces George as England captain for Six Nations, uncapped duo make squad TNT Sports12:00 14-Jan-25
    Springbok says ‘au revoir France, hello Cape Town’ The South African11:59 14-Jan-25
    DHL Stormers Land Double World Cup-Winner For 2025-2026 Season FloRugby11:56 14-Jan-25
    Stormers snap up star Springbok scrumhalf The South African11:08 14-Jan-25
    Springbok star makes shock return to South Africa The South African10:37 14-Jan-25
    James Ryan hitting old heights as Leinster and Ireland brace for the big games Irish Examiner07:01 14-Jan-25
    Springbok Women hoping to up the tempo in Rugby World Cup preparations IOL06:06 14-Jan-25
    Exclusive: ‘Fly the coup’ – World Cup Wallaby signs with English club as RA loses second forward in as many weeks The Roar23:04 13-Jan-25
    Hooper to depart Brumbies at end of 2025 season Brumbies Official Site22:29 13-Jan-25
    Canberra's World Cup two-week deadline to bid for games. Should the ACT govt pay up? The Canberra Times19:09 13-Jan-25
    Junior Kpoku: 'My goal is to fight for an England place at the 2027 World Cup.' RugbyPass10:18 13-Jan-25
    Davit Niniashvili: 'Georgia can qualify for the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals' RugbyPass09:47 13-Jan-25
    Sales surge to record €129m at InterSport Elverys RTE07:55 13-Jan-25
    Exclusive: World Cup Wallaby signs with English club as RA loses second forward in as many weeks The Roar06:27 13-Jan-25
    Jacques Nienaber: ‘It was never the case that Rassie and I didn’t enjoy Munster or Ireland’ The Irish Times17:13 12-Jan-25
    InterSport Elverys sees record sales due to boost from Rugby World Cup Irish Examiner16:28 12-Jan-25
    Sales at Elverys surged to €129m due to 'phenomenal sales' during Rugby World Cup BreakingNews.ie15:08 12-Jan-25
    Gurthro Steenkamp: 'There's a lot of cheating going on... dark arts' RugbyPass08:20 12-Jan-25
    Rampant Stormers too good for Sharks The Rugby Paper04:05 12-Jan-25
    John Mitchell reveals his squad for an intense World Cup year Rugby 36513:56 11-Jan-25
    No Eben Etzebeth, but Sharks primed for ‘massive challenge’ against Dupont’s Toulouse IOL07:07 11-Jan-25
    Second chance for Scotland No 10 who understudied Finn Russell at World Cup The Scotsman07:03 11-Jan-25
    Flo Robinson called into the Red Roses training squad Exeter Chiefs - Official Site16:01 10-Jan-25
    Explained: Why RFU chief executive is facing demands for his removal Sky Sports13:19 10-Jan-25
    Qatar Airways agrees £80m sponsorship deal for rugby union’s Nations Championship The Irish Times13:07 10-Jan-25
    USA's Olivia Ortiz on life in the PWR and her aims for RWC 2025 RugbyPass10:53 10-Jan-25
    Aldcroft replaces Packer as England captain for 2025 World Cup TNT Sports18:00 9-Jan-25
    Nick Mallett offers frank view on Siya Kolisi’s Springboks future while ‘extraordinary’ Willie… Planet Rugby14:26 9-Jan-25
    World Rugby and STH to redefine Rugby World Cup premium experiences Sevens World Series - Official Site14:12 9-Jan-25
    Aldcroft named England captain ahead of 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup France 2413:23 9-Jan-25
    Zoe Aldcroft to captain Red Roses at Six Nations, World Cup ESPN.co.uk13:10 9-Jan-25
    World Cup winner discusses Northampton Saints’ ‘difficult’ task and who has ‘every chance’ of… Planet Rugby11:11 9-Jan-25
    Packer replaced by Aldcroft as England captain Sky Sports10:59 9-Jan-25
    Springboks – Full list: Bok’s entering the latter stages of their career The South African10:46 9-Jan-25
    England reveal captain for Six Nations and beyond Rugby 36510:15 9-Jan-25
    England change captaincy ahead of Rugby World Cup 2025 RugbyPass10:10 9-Jan-25
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    About our Rugby World Cup news

    Latest news on the Rugby World Cup which is contested every four years. South Africa are the current champions, winning their fourth world title in 2023.

    In the 2023 Rugby World Cup Final, the Springboks defeated the New Zealand All Blacks by a single point at the Stade de France in Paris, 12-11.

    The 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup will be held in England as New Zealand hope to defend their title after defeating England at the All Blacks home tournament in 2021

    The 2027 Men's Rugby World Cup will be held in Australia, scheduled to take place in October.

    International Rugby Top Stories

    Ireland ready for the challenge of making Six Nations history Irish Mirror15:06Ireland Rugby Six Nations Rugby Union
    ‘Hugely excited’ Simon Easterby up for challenge of ensuring Ireland stay ahead of Six Nations… The Irish Independent08:07Ireland Rugby Six Nations Rugby Union
    England captain Maro Itoje hits nail on the head with first speech ahead of Six Nations Daily and Sunday Express09:20England Rugby Six Nations Rugby Union
    Maro Itoje demands hard work during Six Nations as England look to put difficult 2024 behind them The Rugby Paper11:53England Rugby Six Nations Rugby Union
    Beaming Fergus Burke reveals why he chose Scotland over England and reveals Finn Russell… The Scotsman20:07Scotland Rugby Six Nations Rugby Union
    Fergus Burke on turning England down for Scotland as he highlights different styles Scotland Rugby News23:05Scotland Rugby Six Nations Rugby Union
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    Gabby Logan's giant son towers above Gary Barlow's and rejected playing for England The Mirror12:03Scotland Rugby England Rugby Six Nations
    Andy Farrell makes surprise first Lions appointment as Joe Schmidt’s long-time ally and person… Planet Rugby07:34British and Irish Lions Australia Rugby Rugby Union
    Breaking | Andy Farrell lines up former Ireland performance director David Nucifora as part of… The Irish Independent17:47British and Irish Lions Australia Rugby Rugby Union

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    Six Nations coach axed in big shake-up days before tournament begins Daily and Sunday Express09:55Wales Rugby Six Nations UK Rugby Union
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    Tonight's rugby news as Wales captain in Six Nations twist and coach makes pledge after record… Wales Online17:27Ospreys Wales Rugby UK Rugby Union
    Andy Farrell makes surprise first Lions appointment as Joe Schmidt’s long-time ally and person… Planet Rugby07:34British and Irish Lions Australia Rugby International Rugby
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