Rugby News

Jordan Rapana came to New Zealand's rescue with a late try as they survived a major scare to defeat Fiji 24-18 and set up a mouth-watering Rugby League World Cup semi-final against defending champions Australia.

Andy Farrell hailed Ireland's resilience and character on Saturday, while Wayne Pivac urged Wales to be more physical, and Gregor Townsend admitted he could recall Finn Russell for Scotland...

League leaders Saracens maintained the unbeaten start to their Gallagher Premiership campaign with a convincing 25-10 victory over Bristol at Ashton Gate.

Tommy Makinson was proud to break England's try-scoring record, but the five-try winger has his sights on greater team accolades at the Rugby League World Cup.

Craig Richards revelled in Royal approval after England swept aside Canada 54-4 to confirm their place in the semi-finals of the women's Rugby League World Cup.

An ultra-clinical and physical New Zealand proved too strong for Wales in Cardiff, clinching a 55-23 Autumn International victory at the Principality Stadium. 

Tommy Makinson became the first player to score five tries in a Test match for England as they eased into the semi-finals of the Rugby League World Cup by overwhelming Papua New Guinea 46-6.

Former New Zealand rugby international Sonny Bill Williams suffered a first professional boxing defeat as he was knocked out in the fourth round by 48-year-old UFC fighter Mark Hunt in a shock upset.

Former New Zealand rugby international Sonny Bill Williams suffered a first professional boxing defeat as he was knocked out in the fourth round by 48-year-old UFC fighter Mark Hunt in a shock upset.

A hat-trick for Woman of Steel Tara-Jane Stanley helped England women cement themselves at the top of Group A as they cruised to a 54-4 victory over Canada at the Rugby League World Cup.

Holders New Zealand survived a last-minute missed penalty from France to book their place in the women's Rugby World Cup final against England with a 25-24 win in Auckland.

Simon Middleton and Sarah Hunter give their reaction after England booked their place in the women's Rugby World Cup final with a win over Canada at Auckland's Eden Park.

Owen Farrell says England are ready for a tough encounter with Argentina and he is looking forward to working in a backline with Marcus Smith and Manu Tuilagi.

Joe Coyd expected England’s first game of the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup to resonate beyond the sport’s usual audience, yet even he was surprised by just how far the 38-8 win over Australia did that.