Rugby News

The #FANVAN team took a diversion on their route from Christchurch to Dunedin and travelled to Queenstown for a spot of bungee jumping and luging.

Lions centre Jonathan Joseph says Tuesday's match against Highlanders is a great chance to enhance his claims for a Test place - and pay back Warren Gatland into the bargain.

"The partnership is a perfect fit for Slingsby. Like the Lions, we seek to do things differently and look to follow a similar ethos to the Lions. We are extremely proud of who we are but we also celebrate and respect oth...

England defence coach Paul Gustard admits Denny Solomona has work to do to develop the defensive side of his game but is confident he can do it.

Warrington captain Chris Hill could miss Saturday's Challenge Cup clash against Wigan after being charged with reckless use of the shoulder.

Former Ireland international Bernard Jackman has been appointed as the new head coach of Newport Gwent Dragons.

Brian Carney says Castleford's win over Warrington ticked all the boxes but there is still plenty to work on.

South Africa will be without centre Jesse Kriel for Saturday's second Test against France, after he suffered a suspected concussion last weekend.

Dan Biggar has labelled himself the British and Irish Lions' current third-choice fly-half - but vowed to close the gap on Johnny Sexton and Owen Farrell.

The British and Irish Lions' schedule is unrelenting and next is a meeting with the Highlanders on Tuesday in Dunedin, live on Sky Sports 1 HD from 8am.

Lions assistant coach Andy Farrell has implored his players to raise their defensive effort to the next level in the side's fourth tour match against the Highlanders in Dunedin on Tuesday.

Former New Zealand international Bryson Goodwin will link up with Leigh next season on a two-year deal.

Test stars Johnathan Thurston and Billy Slater are among the seven changes to Queensland's team for the make-or-break second State of Origin game with New South Wales on June 21.

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend should have the luxury of a fully-fit squad to choose from for the Test match against Australia on Saturday.

Meet Super League's in-form player - Greg Eden. The man once dubbed 'the British Billy Slater' continues to break records in this supreme Castleford outfit.

Sam Davies is ready to take his chance at fly-half for Wales when they face Tonga on Friday.

Tiernan O'Halloran is relishing the opportunity to learn from coach Joe Schmidt and his team-mates as he looks to become an Ireland regular.

British and Irish Lions prop Kyle Sinckler wants to get in the faces of the Highlanders on Tuesday, but without the lack of discipline that has often landed him in trouble.

Stuart Barnes reflects on a crucial win for the Lions in Christchurch, Tuesday's clash with the Highlanders and the battle for Test places...