Rugby News

Another busy day in the rugby union game as the build-up continues ahead of round two of the Rugby Championship plus there's Rising Sons.

Samoa have been struck by a blow ahead of the Rugby World Cup after experienced lock Joe Tekori announced his international retirement.

England have opened the doors on their preparations for the Rugby World Cup in Japan, with these videos making for captivating viewing.

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus faces difficult selection decisions at scrum-half after a man-of-the-match performance by Herschel Jantjies in their Rugby Championship opener.

New Zealand's Rugby Championship clash with South Africa will have few implications for the World Cup, according to All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen.

Australia scrum-half Will Genia believes his side is on the right track as they build momentum towards the World Cup in Japan later this year.

Danny Cipriani out again. Here is the 38-man squad doing warm-weather training in Italy.

South Africa assistant coach Matt Proudfoot is relishing the prospect of facing New Zealand in their Rugby Championship fixture on Saturday.

England centre Kallum Watkins has finally been cleared to make his NRL debut for the Gold Coast in Saturday's match against Brisbane Broncos.