Russell Seeks Bragging Rights in Bath vs Edinburgh Clash
Bath fly-half Finn Russell anticipates a physical battle against Scottish teammates as Bath host Edinburgh in a crucial Champions Cup pool decider on Friday night.
Bath fly-half Finn Russell anticipates a physical battle against Scottish teammates as Bath host Edinburgh in a crucial Champions Cup pool decider on Friday night.
Bedford Tigers celebrate their maiden Challenge Cup triumph, defeating Medway Dragons. Discover how community clubs lit up rugby league's famous competition this weekend.
Discover The Cabbage Patch in Twickenham, the world-famous rugby pub opposite the station. A must-visit for match-day atmosphere, pints, and private screenings. Read more.
Bristol's stunning win in Pretoria and Northampton's Bath victory highlight rugby's tactical evolution. As data analysis grows, the value of attacking risk and style remains paramount ahead of the Six Nations.
Exeter Chiefs' Tony Rowe calls for rugby to adopt US sports models with quarters & fan engagement to attract younger audiences. Can radical change save the sport?
As legendary rugby correspondent Stephen Jones steps aside after 42 years, his core lessons on courage and preserving the game's spirit are more vital than ever. We examine the pressing issues facing rugby union today.
The Guardian's 2025 Hope appeal has raised over £750,000 for five charities tackling division and hate. Readers support grassroots work fostering tolerance across the UK.
Bath secured a dramatic 33-26 Premiership Rugby win over Exeter Chiefs with a last-minute try from Arthur Green, denying a stunning Exeter comeback from 26-0 down. Read the full match report.
Harry Randall is back for Bristol Bears ahead of schedule and targeting a Six Nations call-up. Read how the scrum-half and his in-form team are building momentum.
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.
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.
From the helpful local to the serial complainer, we explore the archetypal personalities that populate Britain's neighbourhood Facebook groups. Discover who's who in your digital community.
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.
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.
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.
The Oakbank Community Inn in Sandbank, Argyll, has reopened after locals spent three years buying and restoring it. Discover how this social hub beat the odds.
After a foiled Islamic State attack plot, a Greater Manchester Jewish community focuses on daily struggles and solidarity, refusing to live in fear. Explore their story.
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.
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 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 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 faces compulsory liquidation over unpaid tax bills, following Salford Red Devils' collapse. Read the latest on rugby league's financial woes.
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.
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.
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 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.
Currumbin Ecovillage marks 20 years as a sustainable community and wildlife sanctuary. Residents forgo cats and dogs to protect native species, embodying a 'solarpunk' vision of the future.
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'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.
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.