Jamaica targets 2031 Rugby World Cup with UK talent pathway
Discover how Jamaican rugby, powered by UK-based talent and volunteer coaches, is building a sustainable pathway with an ambitious goal: qualifying for the 2031 Rugby World Cup.
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Photographer's 2024: England's Rugby Glory & Unseen Moments
Award-winning Guardian sport photographer Tom Jenkins shares his favourite images of 2024, from England's Women's Rugby World Cup triumph to Crystal Palace's historic FA Cup win. Discover the stories behind the shots.
Exeter Chiefs beat Leicester Tigers 24-10 in Premiership
Greg Fisilau starred as Exeter Chiefs secured a 24-10 Premiership win over Leicester Tigers, moving to within a point of leaders Northampton Saints. Read the full match report and analysis.
England Women Win Rugby World Cup 2025 at Sold-Out Twickenham
Relive England's historic Rugby World Cup 2025 victory over Canada. A record 81,885 fans witnessed Zoe Aldcroft lift the trophy in a landmark moment for women's rugby.
Freeman hat-trick leads Saints to victory over Bath
A Tommy Freeman hat-trick inspired Northampton Saints to a stunning 41-21 away win over Bath, sending them top of the Gallagher Premiership table. Read the full match report.
Chile Coach Lemoine: 'Rugby is in trouble, even in Wales'
Chile's head coach Pablo Lemoine reacts to facing New Zealand and Australia in the 2027 Rugby World Cup, praises the new format, and calls for more support for developing nations.
Rugby Brain Injury Case Suffers Major Legal Blow
A judge has denied appeals in the rugby brain injury case, putting up to 80% of league and 20% of union claims at risk of being struck out. Read the latest on the legal battle.
Bath dominate Newcastle 50-14 to return to top
Bath Rugby scored eight tries in a dominant 50-14 victory over Newcastle Falcons, reclaiming top spot in the Premiership. Read the full match report and analysis.
Bristol crush Harlequins 40-14 in Twickenham humiliation
Bristol Bears ran in six tries in a dominant 40-14 victory over a woeful Harlequins at Twickenham's Big Game. Read the full match report and analysis.
Oldham RLFC hit with HMRC winding-up petition
Oldham RLFC faces compulsory liquidation over unpaid tax bills, following Salford Red Devils' collapse. Read the latest on rugby league's financial woes.
Gloucester snatch last-gasp Champions Cup win over Castres
Gloucester Rugby staged a stunning late comeback to beat Castres 29-27 in a Champions Cup thriller at Kingsholm. Read the full match report and analysis.
Ellie Kildunne on confidence, chaos and rugby's golden age
England rugby star Ellie Kildunne opens up about her World Cup win, ADHD, and her mission to drive women's sport forward. Discover the person behind the player.
Rugby's brain-damaged players wait five years for help
Five years after The Guardian first revealed the legal action, over 1,000 former rugby players with neurodegenerative conditions remain trapped in protracted court battles. Discover why progress has stalled.
French Teams' Five-Year Champions Cup Grip
French clubs have won the last five Investec Champions Cup titles. As the competition kicks off, we analyse if any side can break their stranglehold before the Bilbao final.
England eye World Cup glory after favourable 2027 draw
England captain Maro Itoje targets Rugby World Cup victory in Australia after a favourable draw places his side away from heavyweights South Africa and New Zealand. Read the full reaction.
England Win Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup & Ashes
England's wheelchair rugby league team makes history with a stunning World Cup final win over Australia, securing the Ashes in a monumental double triumph. Read the full story.
Rugby World Cup 2027 Draw Unveiled in Sydney
The pool stage draw for the 2027 Men's Rugby World Cup in Australia has been made at a VIP event hosted by John Eales. Discover the fixtures and key dates.
Rugby World Cup 2027 Draw: New Format Explained
The draw for the 2027 Men's Rugby World Cup in Australia sets the stage. Discover the new 24-team format, pool bands, and potential paths to the final.
ITV wins £80m rights to broadcast every England rugby Test
ITV has secured a landmark £80m deal for the Nations Championship, ensuring every England rugby union Test will be free-to-air from 2026. A major boost for the sport's exposure.
Champions Cup's 30-Year Journey: Beastly, Beautiful & Bizarre
As the Champions Cup enters its fourth decade, we revisit the tournament's wild history, from its humble 1995 beginnings in Romania to iconic moments like Bloodgate and Munster's miracles.
Eben Etzebeth faces ban after red card for eye contact
Springboks lock Eben Etzebeth faces a disciplinary hearing and potential eight-week ban for alleged eye-gouging in South Africa's win over Wales. Full details on the incident and consequences.
Australia's favourable 2027 Rugby World Cup draw revealed
Australia will discover their group stage opponents for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in a Sydney draw that sets up a favourable path to the knockout rounds. The expanded 24-team tournament will be held across seven cities.
Arundell stars in Bath's comeback win over Saracens
Henry Arundell scored two crucial tries as Bath staged a remarkable comeback from 14-0 down to defeat Saracens 36-29. The performance strengthens his case for England selection ahead of Steve Borthwick's squad decisions.
Bristol punish Northampton after early red card
Bristol Bears dominate Northampton Saints 46-12 at Ashton Gate, ending Saints' unbeaten Premiership start after an early red card for Edoardo Todaro. Read the full match report.
Rugby's R360 League Postponed Until 2028
The proposed R360 breakaway rugby competition delays launch by two years until 2028 amid international opposition. Strategic decision or sign of trouble?
R360 rugby league launch delayed until 2028
The ambitious R360 rugby franchise league postpones its launch to 2028. Get the latest on the strategic delay, union threats, and new 2028 timeline.
Radical Shake-Up Proposed for Rugby Transfers
Former England Sevens captain Ollie Phillips calls for Premiership Rugby to introduce player auctions and university drafts to revolutionise the sport's transfer market and boost engagement.
Tuilagi considers Samoa switch for 2027 World Cup
England centre Manu Tuilagi could represent Samoa at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, while Joe Marchant's Sale move makes him available for England selection. Read the latest rugby news.
Jimmy Cliff's Legacy: Reggae Pioneer Dies Aged 81
Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff has died aged 81. Discover how his fearless creativity and charismatic opportunism transformed Jamaican music and brought it to the world stage.
England Rugby League's Year-Lay World Cup Hiatus
England's rugby league team will enter the 2026 World Cup without a match for a year. Discover the fixture crisis and coach Shaun Wane's concerns over team readiness.
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