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Sunday, Oct 26

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Ulster rugby star breaks silence on the punch that shook an Ireland legend to his core

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"He came to visit me in hospital and was so scared he had nearly killed me. It really affected him.."

22

The 10 Greatest Rugby Players of All Time — According to Statisticians

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Rugby fans have long debated who deserves the title of the greatest rugby player of all time. In this article, we cut through the opinions and focus on data-driven analysis, ranking…

Huge attendances for international rugby league to be celebrated

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HAS there ever been a weekend when international Rugby League was so popular? A record crowd for an Ashes game in England of 60,821 at Wembley on Saturday was followed on Sunday by a crowd of 44,682 for the Pacific Cup game between Tonga…

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Welsh rugby's bosses have staked their jobs on a plan they didn't even want

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Richard Collier-Keywood and Dave Reddin now want to go to three teams, having initially wanted two sides in Wales

17

Rugby’s 10 biggest sh**houses (Ranked 10-1)

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Rugby thrives on power, grit, and respect—but sometimes, it’s the players who stretch the rules and test tempers that steal the headlines. Every era has had its master provocateurs: players…

16

Rugby to Trial Green Card — But You’ll Be Surprised When It’s Shown

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Rugby league has made a notable tweak to its rules with the introduction of a green card — and it’s already stirring up debate across both codes. Join RUCK’s Instagram broadcast channel…

15

Ademola Are re-elected Nigeria Rugby Football Federation president

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The Indoor Sports Hall of Package B, MKO Abiola Stadium, was filled with energy and anticipation as stakeholders, supporters, and well-wishers gathered for the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) elections. …

14

The Scottish coach who's graced an Olympic sevens and Rugby World Cup final

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Iain Monaghan has quietly built a formidable CV, helping Canada's women reach the pinnacle of the sevens and XVs codes.

Australia enforcer claims England were 'trying to take our heads off' during Rugby League Ashes opener

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Australian enforcer Angus Crichton has claimed that England 'were trying to take our heads off' during the Kangaroos 26-6 win in the opening Rugby League Ashes Test on Saturday at Wembley.

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What Welsh shake-up means and why it matters to rest of rugby world

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As Welsh rugby faces its biggest shake-up in 20 years, BBC Sport looks at how we got here, why it matters and what happens next.

09

Rugby World Cup Repechage: What you need to know

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Twenty-three nations have already booked their place at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, leaving one final spot to be decided at the Final Qualification Tournament.

08

Exeter Chiefs player ratings from Gloucester Rugby win - 'Like a fine wine'

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Exeter Chiefs beat Gloucester Rugby 39-12 at Sandy Park on Saturday in Round Five of the 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

Gabby Logan’s rugby star son left ’embarrassed’ by presenters comments

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Gabby Logan’s rugby-playing son has lifted the lid on how he handled his mum’s sex life suddenly becoming dressing-room gossip. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent…

Bristol Bears player ratings from Bath Rugby defeat - 'Indomitable even in defeat'

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Bath Rugby beat Bristol Bears 40-15 at the Recreation Ground on Saturday in Round Five of the 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

Bristol Bears player ratings from Bath Rugby defeat - 'Indomitable even in defeat'

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Bath Rugby beat Bristol Bears 40-15 at the Recreation Ground on Saturday in Round Five of the 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

Gloucester Rugby player ratings from Exeter Chiefs defeat - 'Struggling to discover last season's form'

Exeter Chiefs beat Gloucester Rugby 39-12 at Sandy Park on Saturday in Round Five of the 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

07

Injury concern over artificial pitches – Bristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam

Bristol Bears’ director of rugby Pat Lam believes artificial pitches are partly to blame for the high number of injuries in the top flight this season.

05

Kate Middleton sends message to England rugby league team ahead of Australia clash

Kate Middleton has sent a good luck message to the England rugby league team ahead of their historic Ashes clash against Australia at Wembley Stadium on Saturday (October 25).

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Hong Kong rugby sevens star Max Denmark relishing ‘grand scale’ of National Games

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As one of the city’s sporting poster boys, Max Denmark has embraced the “grand scale” of next month’s National Games, and is relishing the prospect of watching his mainland sprinting idols duelling for gold.

Saturday, Oct 25

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Edinburgh Rugby's away pain intensifies after another sore defeat

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Capital side undone late on against Cardiff