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Harlequins' Rachael Burford leaves the field during the Women's Allianz Premiership match on June 2, 2024, in London, England. The Quins have shattered attendees' record once again

Harlequins Shatter World Record Again!

By Priscillla Jepchumba Harlequins Women have broken record again, getting the most attendees for women’s club rugby matches. They won 42-17 against Leicester T

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Ulster Defense Shines As They Climb URC Ladder

Guam Rugby: Defying The Odds!

Leinster Rugby Dominate Munster At Thomond Park

Stockdale Stays In Ulster, Commits To Two-Year Deal

Springbok Forward Nicolaas Janse Van Rensburg Set To Make Homecoming After Eight Years In France

Ireland’s Ulster Rugby Signs Sevens Star Zac Ward to Long-Term Deal

Welsh Rugby Pays Tribute To Former Lock Geoff Wheel

From Rugby Field To Lecture Hall: Sonny Bill Williams' Surprising Career Pivot

A Near-Fatal Blow: Kitshoff's Harrowing Injury Shakes the Rugby World

World Rugby

Newly sought Performance Consultant Chris Boyd in attendance during Munster Rugby squad training at the University of Limerick in Limerick, December 10, 2024. He will work with Interim Head coach Ian Castello

Kiwi Rugby Coaching Legend Joins Munster To Boost Performance

Rugby players during the EPCR Challenge Cup match between Scarlets and Black Lion on December 15, 2024, in Llanelli, Wales. The WRU has launched a Brain Health Service for former players

Tackling The Invisible Injury: Wales Launches Brain Health Service For Former Rugby Players

Referee Alex Thomas in a past match on November 02, 2024 in Ampthill, England. Thomas was hit hard by Bazalgate’s kick, causing him to fall to the ground

Referee Injured: Ampthill Vs. Hartpury Rugby Match Abandoned After Shocking On-Field Incident

Hilton Cartwright of the Stars is attended to by medical staff after injuring his neck while fielding during the BBL match between Perth Scorchers and Melbourne Stars on December 15, 2024, in Perth, Australia

Stars Stunned: Cartwright Hospitalized After Horrifying On-Field Injury

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Greg Peterson of the United States in action on November 23, 2024, in Madrid, Spain. Peterson has announced retirement from professional rugby after a 15-year career

Greg Peterson Bids Farewell to Rugby

New Bristol Bears women signing Ilona Maher is interviewed on 8 December 2024 in Bristol, England. Maher’s presence in Bristol has caused a spike in ticket sales

Ilona Maher: The Superstar Energizing Bristol Bears And Redefining Women’s Rugby

Kris Thomas of Team United States at Tokyo Stadium on July 31, 2021, in Chofu, Tokyo, Japan. Thomas has proclaimed her retirement from international rugby

Kris Thomas: From Rugby Stardom To Championing Justice

Alex Sedrick (L) and Kristi Kirshe (R) of the United States greet each other on July 30, 2024, in Paris, France. The Eagles secured third place in the Cape Town 7s series

Eagles Soar to Silver in Cape Town, Eyeing a Bright Future

Antoine Dupont (L) of France and Aaron Cummings (R) of USA on July 24, 2024 in Paris, France. The USA men’s team managed 9th place in the Cape Town SVNS series

Men's Eagles End Cape Town Campaign with Promise, Women's Eagles Shine Bright

Ilona Maher celebrates receiving a medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at Stade de France on July 30, 2024. Maher has demonstrated her capacity to forge connections with audiences beyond the confines of sports

"I Have Something Else": How Ilona Maher Is Redefining Rugby’s Playbook

Ilona Maher of the USA runs in to score a try at Allianz Stadium on January 28, 2023, in Sydney, Australia. Maher has become an unexpected rugby star and social media giant

‘I Can’t Just Play The Sport I Love’: Ilona Maher’s Mission To Modernize Rugby For The Digital Age

Ilona Maher is seen arriving at "Dancing With The Stars" on November 7, 2024, in Los Angeles, California. Maher’s anticipated debut with the Bristol Bears has caused a surge in ticket demand

Ilona Maher's Potential Debut Sparks Ticket Frenzy, Match Moved To Ashton Gate

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A file photo of France players. Former France rugby star Benazech’s daughter will be contesting in the Miss France 2025 pageant

From Rugby Pitch to Pageant Stage: Former Rugby Pro Supports Daughter's Miss France Quest

Sariah Paki of Australia passes the ball on January 28, 2024 in Perth, Australia. Paki is transitioning from the rugby 7s format to 15s

Rugby Sevens Stars Align: Top Players Transition to 15s Rugby, Signifying New Trend

Irish rugby player Denis Coulson, who is accused of gang rape, arrives before his trial at the Bordeaux courthouse, in France, on December 2, 2024. Five players were convicted and sentenced for the charge

"Unacceptable" Sentences: Lawyers for Convicted Rugby Players Speak Out

The Aviva Stadium in Dublin on 30 November 2024. The 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia will feature 24 teams, a historic first in this tournament

Dawn Of A New Era: Rugby World Cup 2027 Heads Down Under With Record-Breaking Expansion And Vibrant Identity

Sale Sharks and Racing 92 teams line up for a minute's silence in respect to former England international Tom Voyce on December 13, 2024, in Salford, England. Voyce lost his life in floods last weekend

Rugby World Mourns the Loss of Tom Voyce: A Life Cut Tragically Short In A Storm

Phil Vickery of England and London Wasps addressing a press conference to announce his retirement on October 28, 2010, in England. Vickery has been diagnosed with CTE, which is a degenerative brain condition

"The Price of Glory": Vickery's CTE Diagnosis Raises Alarming Questions

Andre Snyman, South Africa. Snyman was recently diagnosed with benign tissue growth near the ear, which could potentially affect his balance and hearing

Springbok Legend Andre Snyman Battles Vestibular Schwannoma

France's Gisele Pelicot, a feminist champion, leaving a French court in the past. The jury in France has started its deliberations in a trial involving Irish rugby players accused of rape

Bordeaux Rape Trial: Rugby Players Await Verdict, Fate Hangs In The Balance

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Illustration picture shows the tribute paid to Medhi Narjissi on September 15, 2024 in Toulouse, France. His team, Toulouse, is planning to honor him with a special tribute

A Tribute To Medhi: Toulouse To Honor Lost Prodigy In South Africa

Tom Voyce of Gloucester on February 5, 2011, in Gloucester, England. Voyce is feared dead after reportedly being swept away attempting to cross the Abberwick Ford after Storm Darragh

Rugby Mourns Tom Voyce, Former England Star Presumed Dead In Storm Tragedy

France's rugby prop Mohamed Haouas (R) talks with his lawyer Marc Gallix on February 4, 2022. Haouas faces a new charge for drunk driving, a string among several other previous charges

Mohamed Haouas' Troubling History: Drunk Driving Arrest the Latest in a String of Legal Woes

French rugby players Hugo Auradou (L) and Oscar Jegou leave the house in which they served house arrest in Mendoza, Argentina, on August 12, 2024. Auradou and Jegou have been acquitted of the sexual assault charges

Rugby Stars Hugo Auradou And Oscar Jegou Found Not Guilty Of Serious Sex Crimes

Alan Shearer with his family (left-right) Hollie, Lainya (wife), Will, and Chloe in 2016, in London, England. Hollie got engaged to rugby player Joe Merchant

From Newcastle to Paris: Alan Shearer Celebrates Daughter Hollie's Engagement to Rugby Star Joe Marchant

Canada's Piper Logan (C) celebrates with teammates on July 30, 2024. Canada managed an impressive fifth place in the Cape Town 7s series, a notable improvement from the Dubai series

Canada’s Women’s Sevens Team Finds Redemption In Cape Town

Josh van der Flier during Leinster rugby squad training at UCD in Dublin on 10 December 2024. Van der Flier was named player of the year in the Autumn Nations Series

Van Der Flier Crowned Player Of The Series In Thrilling Autumn Nations Campaign

RFU Chief Executive Officer Bill Sweeney at Twickenham Stadium on April 20, 2024, in London, England. Second Tier rugby clubs are demanding change in the top leadership

Championship Clubs Unite In Protest Over RFU Leadership Crisis

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Fijiana Drua players thank supporters during a lap of honor after winning the Super W Final match on May 06, 2023, in Australia. The Fijiana Development team defeated Samoa 14-5 to claim the women’s title

Sevens Rugby Supremacy: Fijiana Development Team Proves Depth of Talent

Kevin Sinfield talks to the crowd as he participates in day six of the 'Running Home For Christmas' 7 In 7 In 7 Marathon Challenge on December 06, 2024 in Northamptonshire, England. He was able to raise over £1 million for MND

A Run For A Reason: Sinfield's Journey Raises Over £1 Million For Motor Neuron Disease

Argentina and Australia celebrate winning the final match on day 2 of the HSBC SVNS Cape Town on December 10, 2023. Fiji emerged victorious in the 2024 men’s competition

Cape Town Sevens: Highs, Lows, And Shocks Shape Riveting Tournament

Beach with palm trees, Manda Toto island, Lamu archipelago, Kenya. Kenya is set to hold its second beach rugby tournament in 2025

Beach Rugby Revolutionizes Sports Tourism In Kenya

Callum Pritchard riding Idefix De Ciergues won The Military Raceday Conditional Jockeys' Handicap Chase on November 06, 2024, in Wales. Pritchard made a switch from rugby to horse racing and, to his surprise, excelled in the field

From Winger to Winner: Welsh Jockey Who's Winning Big After Ditching Rugby

Owen Farrell, the Saracens captain, waves to the crowd after his final appearance for Saracens during the Gallagher Premiership Rugby Play-Off Semi-Final match on May 31, 2024, in Northampton, England. Owen has been named as the top earner in rugby

Rugby's New Rich List: The Top-Earning Players And Power Couples Revealed

Kenya’s Johnson Olindi (L) in a previous match against South Africa on April 1, 2023. Shujaa defeated Australia and lost their next game to Spain in the Cape Town 7s series

Kenya Sevens Blow Hot And Cold In Cape Town Rugby 7s

A past match between France and New Zealand at Eden Park on October 23, 2011, in Auckland, New Zealand. Both the French rugby teams have proceeded to the semi-finals

Les Bleus And Les Bleues Make Semi-Final Waves With Historic Wins

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Joe Marler of Harlequins applauds the fans as he walks off the pitch for the final time to a guard of honor after the Gallagher Premiership Rugby match between Harlequins and Bristol Bears following his retirement at The Stoop on November 29, 2024, in London, England

The Final Whistle: England And Harlequins Star Retires At 34

Former Team Principal Eddie Jordan at the Monaco Formula One Grand Prix on May 21, 2015, in Monte-Carlo, Monaco. Jordan is embarking on a project to establish a multi-club rugby organization akin to the City Football Group in soccer

From F1 to Rugby: Eddie Jordan's Bold Vision to Revolutionize Club Ownership

Former Ireland international Simon Zebo in a file photo on 30 November 2024. Zebo would rather have his kids playing badminton or tennis than rugby

Simon Zebo Opens Up: Life After Rugby And Why He’s Steering His Kids Away From The Sport

Shane Lewis-Hughes of Wales wins a lineout ahead of Peter O'Mahony of Ireland on 13 November 2020. Lewis-Hughes decided to have his finger amputated

Shane Lewis-Hughes Takes Bold Step to Save Rugby Career After Agonizing Injury

Johan "Rassie" Erasmus, the Springboks coach, gestures as he speaks at The Supersport Studios in Johannesburg on March 1, 2018. SARU’s investment environment is getting murkier after the union rejected an investment deal from ASG

Springboks’ $75M Gamble: SARU Rejects U.S. Deal, Faces Homegrown Rival Bid

Springboks’ John Williams soars high in a game on July 5, 1971. Williams passed away after a battle with Leukemia

John Williams, The "Jolly Jumper", Passes Away At 78 After A Battle With Leukemia

Vannes's supporters celebrate after their team won the French Top14 rugby union match on November 2, 2024. Marcus Smith and Siya Kolisi have made it to the list of the most overrated players in rugby

Overrated Or Overhyped? Rugby's Most Debated Stars Spark Fierce Fan Battles

The “Yaras” from Brazil form a huddle during Brazil's Rugby Sevens Women's Team training session on April 23, 2021, in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The Brazilian team narrowly lost their game to the Netherlands 17-15

Brazil's Journey To The World Cup Kicks Off With Tough Tests Against Netherlands

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Captains of the world’s best 12 men’s and women’s rugby sevens teams gathered in Cape Town on Wednesday 4th December 2024, ahead of the second round of HSBC SVNS on 7-8 December in Cape Town

HSBC SVNS Round Two Returns to Cape Town: A Showcase of Global Rugby Sevens Excellence

Hogg, the former Scotland international and Exeter Chiefs player looks on during a past match on February 17, 2024 in England. Stuart admitted to violating bail conditions and was subsequently fined

Former Scotland Rugby Captain Stuart Hogg Admits To Violating Bail Conditions, Fined £600

The CEO of Rugby Canada, expressed heartfelt gratitude to Jones for his unwavering commitment to the men's team

A New Era For Rugby Canada After Kingsley Jones Steps Down As Canada's Head Coach

Illona Maher posses in a Bristol Bears jersey in a promotional image for her signing

Ilona Maher Isn't The Only American In The UK's Premiership

Jordan Petaia of Australia at Stade Geoffroy-Guichard on September 17, 2023 in Saint-Etienne, France. Petaia is set to make a switch from rugby to NFL

From Wallabies To Wideouts: Jordan Petaia Announces NFL Switch

Fritz Lee of Clermont on December 2, 2023, in Clermont-Ferrand, France. The former All Blacks 7s player is awaiting sentencing after admitting to breaking a waitress’s wrist

Breaking Wrists And Breaking Rules: Former All Blacks Sevens Player Fritz Lee Faces Court

Florian GRILL, president of FFR, during the Assembly General of French Rugby Federation on October 19, 2024, in Marcoussis, France. The FFR opted against playing one of the three scheduled Test matches in the US citing complexities and player welfare

All Blacks' US Test Match Plans Hit A Snag As France Declines Invitation

Godine's Brotherhood is our Rugby Book of the Year

Brotherhood – Our Rugby Book of the Year

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Ilona Maher seen here in this press photo from the Bristol Bears has announced she will play for the team on a three month contract.

Ilona Maher Joins UK's Bristol Bears

Australia and Fiji Players celebrate victory after the final matches on day two of the HSBC SVNS at The Sevens Stadium on December 01, 2024, in Dubai

Dubai Sets The Pace For The 2025 HSBC SVNS 2025 With Electrifying Rugby

Lili Dezou from France trying to tackle Samantha Sullivan from the USA at the HSBC SVNS Singapore on May 4, 2024. The USA Women’s team bagged 5th place in the Dubai HSBC SNVS series after defeating Ireland 17-7

Fresh Start In Cape Town As USA Teams Look To Build On Dubai Sevens Experience

South Africa player Rosko Specman (center) runs the ball against Fiji players in the men's championship bronze final of the Rugby World Cup Sevens 2018

South Africa's Rugby Reign Ends In Thrilling Upset By New Zealand's All Blacks At Dubai Sevens

Kurt Baker (#11) of New Zealand double-teamed by Collins Injera (#11) and Andrew Amonde (#8) of Kenya at the USA Sevens held March 4-6, 2016, in Las Vegas, NV. Kenya secured the 10th position in the Dubai series after losing to Uruguay

Kenya’s Rugby 7s Squad Shows Grit And Promise Despite Dubai Disappointments

Fiji's players celebrate on the podium after winning the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series men's final rugby match between Spain and Fiji at the Sevens Stadium in Dubai on December 1, 2024

Fiji Ends Long Title Drought With Cup Final Victory Over Spain In HSBC SNVS Finals

Ilona Maher of the USA runs in to score a try during a previous match on January 28, 2023, in Sydney, Australia. Ilona Maher is set to switch to Premiership World Rugby in England

Rugby Sensation Ilona Maher Set To Ignite XVs Career In England Following RFU Visa Approval

HSBC SVNS Rugby Series Kicks Off In Dubai With Excitement And Big Storylines

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A general view of the entrance of Kingston Park in Newcastle on November 29, 2024. The Newcastle Falcons owner, Semore Kurdi, has hinted at the potential sale of the club

Soaring Higher: Newcastle Falcons Eye Bright Future Amid Investor Buzz

Jacky Lorenzetti, the Racing 92 owner, celebrates victory on April 22, 2018, in Bordeaux, France. Lorenzetti has called for “drastic” reductions of salaries ahead of meeting for club presidents

Lorenzetti's Salary Cap Shake-Up: A Gamble or a Necessity?

Eddie Jones (C), Head Coach of Japan, on November 24, 2024 in London, England. The controversies surrounding Jones’ management led to a storm of criticism, resulting in his resignation before he could resume coaching Japan

Eddie Jones: The Polarizing Perfectionist Behind Wallabies’ Toughest Year"

Santiago Grondona of Argentina passes the ball during the match between South Africa and Argentina at Mbombela Stadium on September 28, 2024. Los Pumas's performance has been on a steady rise over the years

Argentina's Rugby Renaissance: A Year of Historic Triumphs

An illustration during the Rugby World in France on October 28, 2023. The latest World Rugby rankings show a clear divide between the top ten teams, with a gap of 4.6 points between tenth-place Italy and eleventh-place Wales

Latest 2024 World Rugby Rankings: A Season Of Triumphs, Tumbles, And Tectonic Shifts

Ilona Maher of USA on January 28, 2023. Maher’s debut for Bristol Bears on January 4 hangs in the balance as the head coach emphasized Maher’s need to be fit first

Ilona Maher’s Premiership Debut in the Balance: Bristol Coach Preaches Patience

South Africa's lock Eben Etzebeth attends a press conference on September 29, 2015. The alternative equity deal has faced considerable criticism for being financially complex, lacking secure funding, and containing high commission fees

South Africa Rugby At A Crossroads: Rival Bid Challenges Controversial $75M Equity Deal

Sevens Series Supercharge: Cape Town Tipped For Thrilling Rugby Tournament

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Kenya Drawn in Tough Pool for Dubai 7s a Shujaa makes World Return. The team will have a point to prove following their return to international Rugby this weekend

Scores To Settle In The Dubai’s Season Starter!

Antoine Dupont kissing his gold medal after leading France to a historic victory

Antoine Dupont Is The Obvious Rugby Player of the Year

A Rugby ball is seen during a High School match on July 27, 2019, in Christchurch, New Zealand. The Global Youth 7s Tournament will take place in Auckland, New Zealand, in December 2024, and the USA under-18 team will participate

USA U18s Rugby Ready To Shine On Global Stage

A general view of the Hanazono Rugby Stadium prior to the World Rugby Pacific Nations Cup on September 21, 2024. RFCLA has signed two promising players into their 2025 season

Rugby Football Club Los Angeles Signs Dynamic Duo for 2025 Season

Nik McCurran of Japan runs with the ball whilst under pressure from Tommy Freeman of England, at the Allianz Stadium, Twickenham on 24th November 2024

England’s Win Over Japan To End A Dreadful Run In The Autumn Series

RFU Chief Executive Officer Bill Sweeney during the Guinness Women's Six Nations 2024 match between England and Ireland on April 20, 2024, in London, England. RFU Chief's £1.1 million bonus sparks debate amid financial difficulties

Beyond the Numbers: The Controversy Surrounding Sweeney’s Salary Amid Staff Layoffs

Eddie Jones, Head Coach of Japan, looks on prior to the Autumn Nations Series 2024 match between England and Japan at Allianz Stadium on November 24, 2024, in London, England. Jones claimed a fan hurled insults at him during the match

Jones Sees Bittersweet Return To Twickenham As Japan Rugby Team Suffers Defeat

A promotional image for the new Rugby series

Trailer Released For New Netflix Rugby Show

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Antoine Dupont of France looks on as he leaves the stage after being named the World Rugby Men’s Sevens Player of the Year in partnership with HSBC during the World Rugby Awards on November 24, 2024 in Monaco

Les Bleus Star Antoine Dupont Named World Rugby Men's Sevens Player Of The Year

Antoine Dupont of France looks on as he leaves the stage after being named the World Rugby Men’s Sevens Player of the Year in partnership with HSBC during the World Rugby Awards on November 24, 2024 in Spain

Red Roses Star Ellie Kildunne Brings Home Top Prize For Exceptional Rugby Performances

A file photo of USA Flanker Todd Cleveland (7) in 2016. Incoming coach Simon Amor has made several changes to the team ahead of the HSBC SVNS tour in Dubai and Cape Town after their win against Spain

Rugby USA: Fresh Faces And Familiar Figures Lead The Charge Into World Cup Qualifying Year

USA Wing Takudzwa Ngwenya (14) scores a try during a past rugby match between the USA and Argentina on February 6, 2016. The USA will face Spain after their recent win against Tonga

USA Eagles Bracing For Set Piece Battle In Spain Rugby Test

South Africa v Wales - Qatar Airways Cup - Gareth Thomas of Wales is tackled by Franco Mostert of South Africa on 22nd Jun 2024. The two sides meet this Saturday 23rd November 2024 for what will be a fantastic showdown to close out a huge autumn

Weekend Clash Of The Titans In The Autumn Series

Tom Wright celebrates after scoring the Wallabies sixth try, on Sunday 17 November 2024, at Principality Stadium, Cardiff

Australia Beat Wales In The Autumn International Series 2024

Darcy Graham is now level with Duhan van der Merwe as Scotland's all-time leading try scorer with 29. The Scotland player races towards the whitewash to sore his 29th Test try at the Murrayfield stadium in Edinburgh Scotland, on 16 November 2024

Scotland Secures A Commanding 59-21 Victory

Ireland's lock Joe McCarthy reacts after scoring his team's third try in a hard-fought 22-19 victory over Argentina in Dublin at Aviva Stadium in Dublin on 15/11/2024

Ireland's Narrow Win In The Autumn Nations’ Series Dublin 2024