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Head of the NFL International Player Pathway, James Cook, reveals that the Kansas City Chiefs actively recruited Louis Rees-Zammit.

International

Jared Wright 24 Apr 2024

'It does mean that much more' - Dan Biggar on the Springboks' two per cent edge in the Rugby World Cup

Dan Biggar believes that the Springboks' mantra of giving South Africa 'hope' played a major role in their success.

International

Jared Wright 24 Apr 2024

Springboks: Who Rassie Erasmus could turn to with Steven Kitshoff sidelined

Who Rassie Erasmus could turn to following the long-term knee injury to Springboks loosehead prop Steven Kitshoff.

Bulls

Colin Newboult 24 Apr 2024

Ronan O'Gara aims to 'put name in the debate' for international coaching job

Ronan O'Gara has set his sights on two international coaching jobs.

France

Dylan Coetzee 24 Apr 2024

Razor watch: Seven All Blacks hopefuls pushing for selection, including a matured back-row and the new Christian Cullen

We selected seven stars that are either uncapped or have been on the fringes of the All Blacks set up who could be considered for selection in 2024.

Blues

Colin Newboult 24 Apr 2024

Dan Biggar offers theory for why Springboks' player friction was 'such a positive' in World Cup win

Dan Biggar reveals why conflict within a squad is not actually a bad thing.

South Africa

David Skippers 24 Apr 2024

Family 'bragging rights' on the line as special reunion set for Scarlets v Sharks clash

The Plumtrees, John and Taine, are set for a special family reunion when the Scarlets host the Sharks in Friday's URC clash at Parc y Scarlets.

United Rugby Championship

Jared Wright 24 Apr 2024

Ulster land the services of double Super Rugby winning coach to replace Dan McFarland - report

Ulster have reportedly found their long-term successor for former head coach Dan McFarland.

Ulster

Colin Newboult 24 Apr 2024

Investec Champions Cup and Challenge Cup semi-final match officials revealed

The match officials have been announced for the semi-final action in the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup.

Champions Cup

Colin Newboult 24 Apr 2024

Frans Steyn who? Beauden Barrett hails 'incredible' South African schoolboy that kicked INSANE '75m' penalty

A monster effort from a South African youngster!

South Africa

David Skippers 24 Apr 2024

Aaron Cruden rejected Super Rugby return despite being 'pretty tempted'

Ex-All Blacks fly-half Aaron Cruden has revealed that he turned down the chance to play for the Crusaders in Super Rugby Pacific this year.

Crusaders

Dylan Coetzee 24 Apr 2024

United Rugby Championship: Round 15 could dramatically shift the race to the playoffs with 11 teams still within striking distance

We take a closer look at which games in round 15 could influence the United Rugby Championship playoff picture as things heat up.

United Rugby Championship

David Skippers 24 Apr 2024

Scott Barrett one of two key All Black returnees for struggling Crusaders against Rebels

The Crusaders have been boosted by the return of All Blacks duo Scott Barrett and David Havili to their matchday squad for Friday's clash with the Rebels.

Crusaders

David Skippers 24 Apr 2024

Stormers eyeing redemption shot following 'worst performance' against Ospreys

The Stormers will be keen to redeem themselves when they face Leinster in Saturday's highly anticipated United Rugby Championship clash in Cape Town.

Stormers

Dylan Coetzee 24 Apr 2024

Wallabies veteran returns from lengthy injury lay-off for the Brumbies against table-topping Hurricanes

Wallabies prop Allan Alaalatoa returns from a long-term knee injury after being named in the Brumbies team to face the Hurricanes this weekend.

Brumbies

Joe Harvey 24 Apr 2024

Major League Rugby: Five things we learnt including a statement win and impossible predictions

Week Eight of the Major League Rugby season was perhaps the finest so far with dramatic victories and surprise defeats as the competition continued.

USA

David Skippers 24 Apr 2024

Super Rugby Pacific Team Tracker: All Black set for first Hurricanes start of the season

Check out the teams ahead of Round 10 of this year's Super Rugby Pacific campaign, which starts with the Crusaders against the Melbourne Rebels on Friday.

Super Rugby

Lawrence Nolan 23 Apr 2024

Loose Pass: Leinster becoming a 'runaway monster', rotation problems and Newcastle Falcons concern

Loose Pass is here to delve into the major talking points in the sport.

Loose Pass

Adam Kyriacou 23 Apr 2024

Jamie George and Maro Itoje yet to sign hybrid deals as England given hurry-up by Saracens

Saracens boss Mark McCall has urged the RFU to speed up the process as England duo Maro Itoje and Jamie George have yet to sign hybrid deals.

England

Colin Newboult 23 Apr 2024

EPCR issues response after Champions Cup final jeopardised by FA Cup kick-off clash

There have been concerns after the FA Cup kick-off time was moved forward to clash with the Champions Cup final.

Champions Cup

Dylan Coetzee 23 Apr 2024

Chasing the Sun 2 review: A Springboks fairytale that transcends sport as a symbol of hope, unity and South African-ness

Planet Rugby reviews the popular docuseries, Chasing the Sun 2, about the Springboks' Rugby World Cup triumph in France last year.

South Africa

Adam Kyriacou 23 Apr 2024

'Utterly shambolic' - Possible chaos looming as Champions Cup and FA Cup finals set to clash

Both the Investec Champions Cup final and FA Cup final are set to take place in England's capital on the same day and at the same time.

Champions Cup

Adam Kyriacou 23 Apr 2024

Steven Kitshoff heads home in concerning update for Springboks while Ireland centre suffers 'significant' knee injury

Springboks loosehead prop Steven Kitshoff has played his last game for Ulster after he headed home to South Africa to visit a knee specialist.

Ulster

Colin Newboult 23 Apr 2024

Siya Kolisi's European transition 'not easy' as ex-England boss reveals heart-to-heart with Springboks skipper

Siya Kolisi has found it challenging in France after joining Racing 92 following the Rugby World Cup.

South Africa

Adam Kyriacou 23 Apr 2024

Scotland star leaves Premiership club with immediate effect while 61-cap forward makes retirement call

Scotland second-row Jonny Gray has left Exeter with immediate effect to "explore other playing opportunities" while hooker Fraser Brown retires.

Scotland

Colin Newboult 23 Apr 2024

All Blacks greats pick their five key players New Zealand Rugby must tie down long-term including the 'critical' playmaker

Justin Marshall and Jeff Wilson believes that it is vital New Zealand Rugby tie down these players.

New Zealand

Dylan Coetzee 23 Apr 2024

United Rugby Championship: The play-off race tightens with just four games remaining

As the race to eight heats up, Planet Rugby takes a closer look at all the 11 sides in the mix and what they have ahead of them at the business end of the regular season.

United Rugby Championship

Dylan Coetzee 23 Apr 2024

Autumn Nations Series: All the 2024 fixtures including dates and kick-off times

All the 2024 Autumn Nations Series fixtures have been confirmed.

International

Colin Newboult 23 Apr 2024

All Blacks legend makes bold Christian Cullen comparison for 'explosive' Hurricanes star

Justin Marshall and Jeff Wilson believe a Hurricanes youngster could be making a big impact for the All Blacks sooner rather than later.

New Zealand

Colin Newboult 23 Apr 2024

Sonny Bill Williams: Australian host calls for All Blacks legend to be sacked in extraordinary attack

Sonny Bill Williams has been criticised for his social media activity.

New Zealand

Colin Newboult 23 Apr 2024

Leinster boss issues response to fierce criticism of province following 'gold dust' Jordie Barrett signing

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has responded to the criticism they received after signing Jordie Barrett.

Leinster

Dylan Coetzee 23 Apr 2024

Massive blow for Joe Schmidt's Wallabies as long-term injury to star centre could signal end of rugby union career

Reds' star centre Jordan Petaia has "likely" been ruled out for the rest of the season with a shoulder injury.

Australia

James While 22 Apr 2024

Premiership Team of the Week: Nick Easter rewards West Country form as 'close call' made at fly-half

Nick Easter picks his Team of the Week after another thrilling weekend of action.

Premiership

Alex Spink 22 Apr 2024

Exclusive: The US is an option for Wasps' revival, Kenny Logan reveals

Kenny Logan reveals that Wasps have been offered a place in the Major League Rugby.

Wasps

David Skippers 22 Apr 2024

URC Team of the Week: Ospreys 'heroes' rewarded after stunning Stormers win as rising Springboks star 'shows his class'

After another fascinating weekend of United Rugby Championship games, here is the Planet Rugby Team of the Week for Round 14.

United Rugby Championship

Jared Wright 22 Apr 2024

Bokrometer: 11 hopefuls who pressed for Springbok call ups, including a rampaging rookie lock

As the build-up to the international season continues, we look at the Springboks hopefuls pressing for higher honours with their club form.

South Africa

Jared Wright 22 Apr 2024

Winners and losers from the URC after famous wins and officiating difficulties

Our winners and losers after a thrilling weekend of action.

United Rugby Championship

Colin Newboult 22 Apr 2024

'We can't let it fade' - Cheslin Kolbe 'embracing' new Springboks 'pressure' after World Cup double

Cheslin Kolbe opens up on his life and responsibilities after their back-to-back Rugby World Cup wins.

South Africa

David Skippers 22 Apr 2024

Rassie Erasmus' Springbok preparations hit a snag ahead of first 2024 Test

Rassie Erasmus has changed his plans for a Springbok alignment camp due to uncertainty around player availability for their upcoming Test with Wales in June.

South Africa

Dylan Coetzee 22 Apr 2024

Springboks to face every home nation in 2024 with November Tests officially confirmed

The Springboks confirmed their opponents for their end-of-year tour which will see them face Scotland, England and Wales up north.

South Africa

Dylan Coetzee 22 Apr 2024

Who's hot and who's not: Lions fly flag for South Africa, Bristol Bears maul dismal Falcons and Taulupe Faletau's cruel blow

Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action.

Who's hot and who's not

Lawrence Nolan 22 Apr 2024

Law discussion: Were Cardiff 'robbed' in Belfast?

We take a closer look at Rhys Carre's knock-on and Thomas Youngs' non-try.

United Rugby Championship

Jared Wright 22 Apr 2024

Johan Ackermann willing to leave Japan early for South African return

Johan Ackermann has revealed that he is willing to leave his role in Japan to return to South Africa.

South Africa

Dylan Coetzee 22 Apr 2024

Springbok outcast dominates top stats in United Rugby Championship despite Sharks struggles

Now that the dust has settled on the action we take a closer look at the top performers in the URC to date with some interesting leaders emerging.

United Rugby Championship

Colin Newboult 22 Apr 2024

Bulls escape sanction for Champions Cup controversy as Jake White's EPCR revelation confirmed - report

Jake White and the Bulls will be relieved after EPCR decided not to take it any further.

Bulls

Colin Newboult 22 Apr 2024

Bernard Jackman: Leinster 'harshly treated' by IRFU as 'strange' decisions slammed

Respected pundit Bernard Jackman has an alternative take on the IRFU and Leinster situation.

Leinster

Colin Newboult 22 Apr 2024

WATCH: Trademark TJ Perenara reaction after chirpy Fijian Drua half-back baffles referee with confusing scrum call

TJ Perenara had a brilliant reaction to Fijian Drua scrum-half Peni Matawalu confusing both teams and the referee during a Super Rugby Pacific clash.

Super Rugby

David Skippers 22 Apr 2024

Rob Penney admits Crusaders 'weren't good enough' as defending champions suffer new low

Rob Penney admitted the Crusaders "weren't good enough" in their loss to the Western Force on Saturday but is backing them to return to winning ways soon.

Crusaders

Dylan Coetzee 22 Apr 2024

Springbok hopeful turns to line-out guru Victor Matfield ahead of Irish Tests

Victor Matfield revealed that Stormers second-row Ruben van Heerden reached out to him for advice on becoming a better player.

South Africa

Dylan Coetzee 22 Apr 2024

Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week: 'Brilliant' record breaker and 'inspired' former England star shine in Round Nine

We selected our team of the week loaded with players from the winning teams that included memorable victories for the Reds, Blues, Hurricanes and Western Force.

Super Rugby