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Tributes paid to Rugby league legend John Kear following his death at 71, was he married? John Kear, the then Head Coach of Wales looks on following the Rugby League World Cup 2021 Pool D match between Papua New Guinea and Wales at the Keepmoat Stadium on October 31, 2022 in Doncaster, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images for RLWC)

Rugby league legend John Kear dies suddenly at 71 after covering match

Former Scotland rugby union captain Stuart Hogg has spoken out following his arrest

Why did Stuart Hogg receive non-harassment order?

A rugby club has confirmed a fan died after falling ill shortly before kick-off

Rugby fan died after medical emergency at stadium

Angus Ta'avao of the Highlanders warms up prior to the round one Super Rugby match between Highlanders and Crusaders at Forsyth Barr Stadium

Rugby star reveals tragic death of son aged eight

Hollie Davidson has made history as the first ever female referee to take charge of a men's Six Nations fixture.

Six Nations 2026: Who is Ireland vs Italy referee Hollie Davidson?

Scotland host England in a Calcutta Cup fixture at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh.

Scotland vs England Six Nations 2026: How to watch Calcutta Cup live

ITV's Six Nations coverage will feature in-game adverts at scrums.

When did ITV start showing adverts during Six Nations games?

The Men's Six Nations tournament 2026 is set to begin this week, with defending champions France set to take on Ireland in the first match.

When does the Six Nations start? Full match schedule & how to watch

There isn’t long to go until the Six Nations begins.

When does the Six Nations start - and what TV channel is it on?

Watson: Bath clash with Edinburgh will be like a knockout clash

Kearney: Ireland hopefuls under pressure to perform in Champions Cup

Chris Robshaw will be at the Stoop this weekend to see if Harlequins can stop the rot

Robshaw urges Quins fans to stick with team

Sarries can take advantage of French giants' 4G struggles - Goode

Chris Paterson is part of the Premier Sports team covering this season's Investec Champions Cup

Chris Paterson backs young Scotland prop for bright future

Underdogs Leicester need returning big guns to challenge Leinster

Watson tips rising star Caluori to thrive under guidance of top trio

Cuthbert: We don’t want to be a laughing stock at that World Cup
Former Wales star calls for urgent action from Welsh rugby chiefs after World Cup draw
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Cuthbert tips Scarlets to hit ground running in Champions Cup

The All Blacks perform the haka

How to watch Wales vs New Zealand rugby today

Nick Isiekwe is part of England’s autumn squad

Isiekwe loving positive vibe in England camp

Tom Curry learning about leadership from George Ford

Ben Earl has been a key player for England this autumn

Ben Earl hails 'inspirational' back row partner Guy Pepper

Curry backs new grassroots campaign to get children into rugby

Shona Campbell is a member of UKAD's Athlete Commission

Shona Campbell: Women's rugby winning battle against doping

The RFU have launched a pair of initiatives for those young girls who have got the rugby bug, giving them a chance to try their hand at the sport.

Sarah Hunter hails 'vital' RFU initiatives

British and Irish Lions legend Richard Sharp has died age 87.

British and Irish Lions star Richard Sharp dies age 87

Mikey Lewis of Hull KR has been called up for England's rugby league Ashes squad.

Lewis gets call-up for Rugby League ashes as England take on Australia

Rachael Burford with the World Cup trophy

Rachael Burford named among Pioneers of English Rugby
Burford, 38, enjoyed a 20-year professional career that has seen her achieve vast success for both club and country, including over 80 England caps, multiple Six Nations titles, lifting the World Cup in 2014, and winning a Premier 15s title with Harlequins in 2021.
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Richmond enjoyed a winning return to the second-tier after they defeated Chinnor

New-look Champ Rugby kicks off with Richmond among winners

With the squad visiting clubs up and down the country to meet young players and share their own stories, the events promise to bring the magic of the World Cup back to communities across the country.

Rugby World Cup winners Red Roses return to roots for Rugbyfest

Luke Carter, left, and Tommy Watson of Chinnor during the Championship Rugby media day at Trailfinders Sports Club

Chinnor set ambitious target ahead of new Champ Rugby season

JJ Dickinson of Caldy during the Championship Rugby media day at Trailfinders Sports Club on September 24, 2025 in London, England

Caldy plan to become force on the road in new Champ Rugby season

Zoe Aldcroft has already set her sights on retaining the Rugby World Cup - but only after a party to end all parties.

England ready to do it all again after party to end all parties

Three years after scoring three tries in a losing cause, Amy Cokayne finally had her redemption moment in a Rugby World Cup final.

Amy Cokayne revels in redemption and forwards masterclass

Ellie Kildunne in action during the Women's Rugby World Cup final

No pressure, no relief, only pride for Kildunne after World Cup win

RICHMOND, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 26: Lucy Bronze poses for a photo during the The National Lottery X Summer of Women's Sport event at Richmond Rugby Club on September 26, 2025 in Richmond, England.

Lioness Lucy Bronze backs Red Roses to lift silverware at World Cup

The Women's Rugby World Cup final will be contested between England and Canada at Allianz Stadium

Amy Cokayne ready to ride redemption arc at Rugby World Cup final

World Rugby have announced a new WXV Global Series

WXV Global Series introduced to women's rugby calendar

Australia and USA played out a rip-roaring 31-31 draw at the York Community Stadium which keeps both side’s dreams of World Cup progression from Pool A alive.

Australia and USA play out rip-roaring draw

Fiji boss Ioan Cunningham believes his former side Wales should fear the Fijiana after they battled to a 29-15 loss to Scotland in the Women’s Rugby World Cup.

Wales should fear the Fijiana, insists Ioan Cunningham despite loss

England clinched a record World Cup points total, as they beat Samoa 92-3 at Franklin’s Gardens

England deliver victory to seal World Cup quarter-finals place

Scotland advanced to the quarter-finals of the Women's Rugby World Cup for the first time in 23 years

“We've got to keep pushing on,” says Bryan Easson after Scotland win

Canada booked their place in the last eight in style with a six-try victory over Wales

Canada's Asia Hogan-Rochester relishing World Cup victory over Wales

Wales fell to a six-try, 42-0 loss to Canada that has all but ended their Rugby World Cup hopes

Wales have taken a step forward despite loss, believes Keira Bevan

England's Red Roses started their World Cup campaign with a big win over USA in Sunderland

Ives Campion: "You're never alone in this Red Roses team"

Wales face Scotland in a crunch Women’s Rugby World Cup opener.

Women's Rugby World Cup 2025: Sean Lynn hopeful as Wales face Scotland

The Red Roses suited up ahead of the World Cup

Botterman ready for Maher showdown

Honda Volunteer of the Year award winners with Rob Udwin (Immediate Past President RFU) & Alex Payne (MC)

Rugby volunteers honoured at national awards

Scarratt - England's top points scorer - will be seen for Loughborough Lightning this weekend

Emily Scarratt 'priceless' to England, says former captain Hunter

The partnership between Gallagher and World Rugby aims to have female coaches making up at least 40 per cent of coaches at the World Cup that is being hosted in England from August.

World Cup will inspire new generation of coaches, says Sarah Hunter

Sarah Hunter combining parenting with coaching at home World Cup

Lucy Calladine of England and Lou Roboam of France during the 2025 Six Nations Womenâs Summer Series photocall at Caerphilly Castle, Caerphilly, Wales, Friday, July 4th, 2025

2025 Six Nations Women's Summer Series preview: France v England

Branwen Metcalfe of Wales and Elena Errichiello of Italy during the 2025 Six Nations Women's Summer Series photocall at Caerphilly Castle, Caerphilly, Wales, Friday, July 4th, 2025

2025 Six Nations Women's Summer Series preview: Wales v Italy

Ireland during the 2025 Six Nations Women's Summer Series game between Wales and Ireland in the Centre of Sporting Excellence, Caerphilly, Wales, Saturday, July 5th, 2025

2025 Six Nations Women's Summer Series preview: Scotland v Ireland

Jamie George Picture: Adam Davy/PA

England's Jamie George excited to join The British & Irish Lions again

Steve Borthwick insists player welfare needs to remain top priority

Seb Atkinson of England during a training session at Pennyhill Park on May 21, 2025 in Bagshot, England.

England coach backs Seb Atkinson to cement place in starting XV

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