SCOTTISH rugby is deep in mourning after it was announced legend Scott Hastings has died at the age of 61. Hastings was part of the last Scottish team to win a Grand Slam when they triumphed in the 1990 Five Nations. More to follow... For…
ELLIE KILDUNNE will never hit her peak. But that is only because every time she achieves her goals, she sets new ones. That goes for her sport, too, as this year’s Six Nations reaches a dramatic climax, having pushed women’s rugby on to…
THE former England head coach Eddie Jones has been suspended from Japan's national team over an alleged disciplinary breach. Jones, 66, has been ordered to stay away from the training ground and matches after being forced to accept a…
EX-GEORGIA rugby captain Merab Sharikadze has been banned from all sport for 11 YEARS. The hefty sanction was handed down after "the most extensive anti-doping investigation ever undertaken" in the sport, according to World Rugby.…
LONG-SERVING rugby commentator Brian Moore has announced his upcoming retirement. Former England hooker Moore, 64, will call his country's clash with France this Sunday in a huge Women's Six Nations decider. But the final whistle will mark…
ENGLAND fans can now book the bucket-list trip to the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. There is no better way to witness the drama than with an official travel package that places you right at the heart of the action in October and…
THE 2027 Six Nations will see Ireland fans enjoy the competition's most exotic away day to Rome to face Italy. The mouthwater game is scheduled for Saturday February 13 in week two of the annual tournament - one that will carry added…
RUGBY star Robbie Henshaw was stretchered off after suffering a nasty collision. The Irishman was in action for Leinster in the Champions Cup semi-final against Toulon. Henshaw, 32, saw his time on the pitch cut short after colliding with…
ENGLAND rugby star Ethan Roots has been banned for three games after leaving Jack Innard concussed on Sunday. Exeter flanker Roots had struck Innard, who he calls a "friend", during his team's 34-31 defeat to Gloucester at Kingsholm. The…
MATT HAMPSON accepts he is taking a “calculated risk” as he tries to complete the London Marathon in a wheelchair, which he brands as “my Everest”. Yet the former rugby professional – who will be supported in the race by jump jockey legend…
THE FRENCH RUGBY FEDERATION has been indicted for manslaughter following the tragic death of a 17-year-old player who perished during a training camp. Medhi Narjissi disappeared at sea in 2024 while taking part in a recovery session…
THE BRITISH and Irish Lions are sensationally considering ditching their traditional schedule to tour France, America and Japan. According to reports, the famous mixed rugby side could be heading to new frontiers as part of a radical shake…
PREMIER League billionaires are set to take over rugby union's Exeter Chiefs. Bournemouth's owners Black Knight Football Club - who are worth £2billion - are closing in on a deal with the Gallagher Prem side. Exeter members will vote in an…
FORMER England rugby ace Paul Sampson says he was left penniless and sleeping in his car after claiming head injuries made him vulnerable to a devastating £450k scam. Sampson, who won three England caps and was previously married to Kirsty…
EDDIE HEARN plans to make Henry Pollock a mainstream celebrity after adding the England rugby star to his growing number of clients. UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall was the first signing to Matchoom’s newly launched Talent Agency…
SIX England 2003 World Cup winners, including Lewis Moody, cycled to Villa Park to raise money for the Motor Neurone disease cause. A group of rugby legends donned lycra and riding helmets in a head-to-head team cycle race on Saturday…
LEICESTER TIGERS head coach Geoff Parling shoved TNT Sports host Craig Doyle ahead of his side's clash with Gloucester at Villa Park. Parling, 42, was furious after a ball was kicked towards the posts where his players were doing their…
JAMIE ROBERTS has gone from analysing action at the Six Nations to preparing to save lives after returning to the day job. The rugby legend, 39, has begun working as a junior doctor since walking away from the sport. The 94-cap Wales icon…
THE stunning new Te Kaha stadium has been officially opened in Christchurch. Boasting a 30,000 capacity, the £300million ground marks a significant moment in the rebuilding of the New Zealand city following the earthquake there 15 years…
NEWCASTLE RED BULLS star Sammy Arnold suffered a horrific mouth injury that SHATTERED his teeth. Arnold, 29, played for Newcastle in a dramatic rugby union clash that saw them lose 28-27 to Northampton Saints at Franklin's Gardens. But the…
TECH billionaire Sir James Dyson has bought half of Bath — making it one of the richest rugby union clubs in the world. Dyson, already a sponsor, will form a partnership with Bruce Craig after taking a 50 per cent stake in the Premiership…
DODDIE WEIR'S wife Kathy travelled 750 miles to present the match ball to the referee ahead of Ireland vs Scotland in the Six Nations. Kathy, 55, sadly lost poor Doddie to Motor Neurone Disease in 2022. But the gutsy mother of three handed…
A FORMER rugby union international stunned fans after taking up a new job. The star played as a flanker and a number eight during his playing career. Born in Bridgend, the fan favourite went on to play for Cardiff Rugby. At international…
RUGBY fans furiously slammed the scintillating Six Nations finale as "unwatchable". France hosted England at a raucous Stade de France with the title on the line for the hosts. Those tuning in to catch the action on TV were treated to…
FRANCE clinched back-to-back Six Nations crowns with the very last kick of the tournament - breaking English and Irish hearts. The Red Rose arrived at the Stade de France off the back of a hat-trick of defeats to Scotland, Ireland and…
ENGLAND take on France to conclude the Six Nations in 2026 - with everything still on the line for the French. Fabien Galthie's side are on the brink of a back-to-back title, as a bonus point win could secure them the title in 2026. For…
WALES and their long-suffering supporters were in dreamland as they FINALLY ended their 15-match losing run in the Six Nations by doing a proper job on Italy. Aaron Wainwright, the Dragons' best player throughout this Championship, led the…
ENGLAND take on France in their final Six Nations encounter of the 2026 season. Steve Borthwick once again finds himself under mounting pressure, as the Red Rose are on course to lose four of their five games this season. Their loss to…
THE Six Nations 2026 is rolling towards a thrilling conclusion - with Ireland still looking to win another title. Andy Farrell's Men in Green had won back-to-back titles in 2023 and 2024, but were denied a historic treble by France last…
THE Six Nations is underway - and France are looking favourites to retain their crown in 2026! France won the 2025 tournament by a single point, and are two games away from completing a Grand Slam in 2026. England are yet to go to Paris,…