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Wallabies will get things right before Lions tour, promises Rugby Australia chief
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Wallabies will get things right before Lions tour, promises Rugby Australia chief

September 12, 2024
Rugby Australia chief executive Phil Waugh is confident the Wallabies will be ready to compete with the British and Irish Lions next year, despite suffering the heaviest defeat in their…
Australia 'fell off a cliff' in biggest-ever Test defeat
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Australia 'fell off a cliff' in biggest-ever Test defeat

September 08, 2024
Australia suffered their biggest-ever Test defeat on Saturday, as Argentina came from behind to win 67-27 in the Rugby Championship. And Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt said his team simply "fell…
Kolisi 'had to prove himself' in landmark South Africa triumph
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Kolisi 'had to prove himself' in landmark South Africa triumph

September 07, 2024
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi said he had to prove himself after being given the chance to lead the Springboks out in their Rugby Championship win over New Zealand. Kolisi's…
South Africa 18-12 New Zealand: Springboks close in on Rugby Championship glory
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South Africa 18-12 New Zealand: Springboks close in on Rugby Championship glory

September 07, 2024
South Africa continued their dominance in this year's Rugby Championship as they clinched an 18-12 victory over New Zealand in Cape Town on Saturday. Having trailed by six points heading…
'It was heart in mouth' - Australia end Rugby Championship losing run
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'It was heart in mouth' - Australia end Rugby Championship losing run

September 01, 2024
Joe Schmidt admitted he was on edge before Australia ended their eight-match Rugby Championship losing streak with a last-gasp 20-19 win over Argentina. Ben Donaldson slotted over from close range…
'Job not done' for Springboks after All Blacks triumph, says Kolisi
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'Job not done' for Springboks after All Blacks triumph, says Kolisi

August 31, 2024
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi warned his team the job is far from done despite them rallying for a thrilling victory over New Zealand in the Rugby Championship on Saturday.…
Schmidt flummoxed by 'bizarre' Test as Australia downed by South Africa
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Schmidt flummoxed by 'bizarre' Test as Australia downed by South Africa

August 17, 2024
Joe Schmidt said he cannot recall ever being involved in a more "bizarre" Test as his Australia side were downed 30-12 by South Africa in the Rugby Championship. Malcolm Marx…
Australia 12-30 South Africa: Springboks' late charge downs Wallabies
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Australia 12-30 South Africa: Springboks' late charge downs Wallabies

August 17, 2024
Malcolm Marx scored two tries in the second half to lead South Africa to a 30-12 victory over Australia in rainy Perth. After a tight first half, the Springboks asserted…
New Zealand 42-10 Argentina: All Blacks avenge shock Pumas loss to extend Eden Park run
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New Zealand 42-10 Argentina: All Blacks avenge shock Pumas loss to extend Eden Park run

August 17, 2024
New Zealand exacted revenge on Argentina following their shock defeat to the Pumas last week, winning 42-10 on Saturday to extend their unbeaten run at Eden Park to 50 tests.…
The Rugby Championship: All Blacks aim to bounce back, can Australia turn tables on Springboks?
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The Rugby Championship: All Blacks aim to bounce back, can Australia turn tables on Springboks?

August 16, 2024
The Rugby Championship returned with a bang last weekend. World champions South Africa stated their intent from the very start, dishing out a 33-7 thrashing to end Australia's unbeaten run…
Creevy lauds 'amazing' Argentina after All Blacks win
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Creevy lauds 'amazing' Argentina after All Blacks win

August 10, 2024
Agustin Creevy has hailed Argentina's "amazing" performance after they came from behind to beat New Zealand 38-30 in their Rugby Championship opener. The All Blacks made a strong start to…
Schmidt: Australia know benchmark after South Africa defeat
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Schmidt: Australia know benchmark after South Africa defeat

August 10, 2024
Australia coach Joe Schmidt says his team now know the "benchmark" for what is expected after losing to South Africa in their Rugby Championship opener. Schmidt's unbeaten start in charge…
New Zealand 30-38 Argentina: Creevy heroics snatch unexpected Pumas triumph
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New Zealand 30-38 Argentina: Creevy heroics snatch unexpected Pumas triumph

August 10, 2024
Agustin Creevy proved the late hero as Argentina stunned New Zealand with a 38-30 victory in a Wellington thriller on Saturday. Hooker Creevy bundled over with just 11 minutes remaining,…
Australia 7-33 South Africa: Springboks humble Wallabies in Rugby Championship opener
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Australia 7-33 South Africa: Springboks humble Wallabies in Rugby Championship opener

August 10, 2024
South Africa ended Joe Schmidt's unbeaten start as Australia coach in emphatic fashion as the Springboks hammered the Wallabies 33-7 in Brisbane. The world champions were in control throughout their…
Rugby Championship: South Africa face in-form Australia, can Argentina end All Blacks hoodoo?
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Rugby Championship: South Africa face in-form Australia, can Argentina end All Blacks hoodoo?

August 09, 2024
The Rugby Championship is back. All eyes will be on the Southern Hemisphere's finest throughout six matchdays in August and September, with the tournament returning to a full 12-game format…
Australia 40-29 Georgia: Schmidt lays down gauntlet ahead of Rugby Championship opener
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Australia 40-29 Georgia: Schmidt lays down gauntlet ahead of Rugby Championship opener

July 20, 2024
Joe Schmidt has said he remains unsure about some of his Australia players following their 40-29 victory over Georgia at Sydney Football Stadium. Rob Valetini and Fraser McReight scored doubles…
New Zealand 47-5 Fiji: Barrett seeking improvements despite resounding win
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New Zealand 47-5 Fiji: Barrett seeking improvements despite resounding win

July 20, 2024
New Zealand captain Scott Barrett insists improvements will be made despite the All Blacks easing to a 47-5 win over Fiji in San Diego. Scott Robertson's men scored seven tries…
Ireland celebrate 'incredible' triumph over South Africa after Frawley late show
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Ireland celebrate 'incredible' triumph over South Africa after Frawley late show

July 13, 2024
Conor Murray celebrated an "incredible" victory over South Africa after Ciaran Frawley's heroics sealed a 25-24 victory over the Springboks. Reigning world champions South Africa lost to Ireland on home…
Gatland confident Wales can transform fortunes after Australia series defeat
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Gatland confident Wales can transform fortunes after Australia series defeat

July 13, 2024
Warren Gatland remains optimistic his young Wales side can turn into a "really good team" despite their series defeat to Australia. Wales' losing streak extended to nine matches on Saturday…
Australia 36-28 Wales: Daugunu double helps seal series win for Wallabies
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Australia 36-28 Wales: Daugunu double helps seal series win for Wallabies

July 13, 2024
Filipo Daugunu's two tries ensured Australia edged a thrilling encounter with Wales 36-28 to extend Warren Gatland's side's losing streak to nine matches. Daugunu secured the triumph 12 minutes from…
England have 'no ceiling' to potential, says defiant George after All Blacks loss
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England have 'no ceiling' to potential, says defiant George after All Blacks loss

July 13, 2024
England captain Jamie George says his side have "no ceiling" to their potential after another narrow defeat to New Zealand on Saturday. Steve Borthwick's men were undone by a late…
New Zealand 24-17 England: Late All Blacks comeback seals Test series win
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New Zealand 24-17 England: Late All Blacks comeback seals Test series win

July 13, 2024
England narrowly missed out on inflicting New Zealand's first defeat at Eden Park in 30 years as the All Blacks came from behind to win 24-17 on Saturday. The victory…
England's Furbank ruled out of second New Zealand Test
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England's Furbank ruled out of second New Zealand Test

July 12, 2024
England full-back George Furbank has been ruled out of their second Test against New Zealand in Auckland on Saturday. Leicester's Freddie Steward will replace him in the starting XV, featuring…
Australia 25-16 Wales: Gatland positive in Dragons defeat as losing streak continues
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Australia 25-16 Wales: Gatland positive in Dragons defeat as losing streak continues

July 06, 2024
Wales head coach Warren Gatland said there were positives to take from his side's 25-16 defeat against Australia in the first match of their summer series. The Dragons slipped to…
New Zealand 16-15 England: Robertson era starts with one-point win
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New Zealand 16-15 England: Robertson era starts with one-point win

July 06, 2024
England will have to wait at least another week to end their 21-year run without a victory in New Zealand after a 16-15 defeat on Saturday. The All Blacks, in…
Ardie Savea out to avenge 'smack in the nose' in New Zealand-England series
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Ardie Savea out to avenge 'smack in the nose' in New Zealand-England series

July 05, 2024
Ardie Savea is being driven by some painful memories ahead of New Zealand's home Test series against England. The reigning World Player of the Year confessed the All Blacks got…
England will attack New Zealand in search of memorable away win, says George
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England will attack New Zealand in search of memorable away win, says George

July 04, 2024
England intend to play on the front foot as they go in search of their first win in New Zealand since 2003 on Saturday, says captain Jamie George. Steve Borthwick's…
Scott Barrett named new All Blacks captain
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Scott Barrett named new All Blacks captain

June 24, 2024
Scott Barrett has been named as New Zealand's new captain for their upcoming Tests against England and Fiji by new coach Scott Robertson. He takes over from Sam Cane, who…
Six uncapped players make England squad for Japan, New Zealand Tests
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Six uncapped players make England squad for Japan, New Zealand Tests

June 10, 2024
England coach Steve Borthwick has named six uncapped players in his squad for their summer internationals against Japan and New Zealand. England face Japan in Tokyo on June 21 in…
All Blacks captain Cane to retire from international rugby
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All Blacks captain Cane to retire from international rugby

May 13, 2024
New Zealand captain Sam Cane has announced he will retire from international rugby at the end of 2024, having agreed a three-year contract with Japan Rugby League One team Tokyo…
England and Saracens number eight Vunipola fined after arrest in Mallorca
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England and Saracens number eight Vunipola fined after arrest in Mallorca

April 29, 2024
England international Billy Vunipola has confirmed he has been fined after an incident which saw him arrested in Mallorca on Sunday, with his club Saracens set to launch an internal…
Fraser Brown ‘hugely proud’ of Scotland career as he announces rugby retirement
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Fraser Brown ‘hugely proud’ of Scotland career as he announces rugby retirement

April 23, 2024
Fraser Brown declared himself “hugely proud” of his Scotland career as he announced his retirement from professional rugby. The 34-year-old Glasgow hooker has not played since rupturing his anterior cruciate…
England tap into knowledge of Brian Ashton to play entertaining brand of rugby
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England tap into knowledge of Brian Ashton to play entertaining brand of rugby

April 21, 2024
England have been tapping into the knowledge of veteran attack guru Brian Ashton to achieve their aim of filling Twickenham. The Red Roses ran in 14 tries in an 88-10…
John Mitchell: England motivated to fill Twickenham with captivating displays
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John Mitchell: England motivated to fill Twickenham with captivating displays

April 20, 2024
England ran riot against Ireland with head coach John Mitchell revealing their pivot to an all-action attack is designed to fill Twickenham. A crowd of 48,778 watched the Red Roses…
England overwhelm Ireland to keep Six Nations title hopes firmly on track
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England overwhelm Ireland to keep Six Nations title hopes firmly on track

April 20, 2024
England thrilled a bumper crowd at Twickenham by overwhelming Ireland 88-10 to set up a likely Grand Slam decider against France next weekend. The Red Roses amassed 14 tries in…
John Mitchell wants England to ‘continue to play on the edge’ despite red cards
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John Mitchell wants England to ‘continue to play on the edge’ despite red cards

April 18, 2024
John Mitchell has instructed England to continue playing on the edge despite the disciplinary issues that have marred their Guinness Women’s Six Nations. The Red Roses have been shown two…
Wales and Lions hooker Ken Owens retires aged 37 due to injury
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Wales and Lions hooker Ken Owens retires aged 37 due to injury

April 17, 2024
Former Wales captain Ken Owens has announced his retirement from the game after failing to recover from a back problem. The 37-year-old hooker, who played five Tests for the British…
£3million set to be shared among Lions nations for women’s rugby
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£3million set to be shared among Lions nations for women’s rugby

April 16, 2024
A new £3million funding initiative will aim to help develop more players and coaches from across the British Isles ahead of the first British and Irish Lions Women’s tour in…
England wing Jess Breach wary of rapidly improving Scotland in Six Nations clash
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England wing Jess Breach wary of rapidly improving Scotland in Six Nations clash

April 12, 2024
Jess Breach insists England enter unknown territory when they meet a rapidly improving Scotland in the Guinness Women’s Six Nations on Saturday. The Red Roses have not lost in the…
Rob Baxter urges Exeter to have ‘belief’ against Toulouse in Champions Cup
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Rob Baxter urges Exeter to have ‘belief’ against Toulouse in Champions Cup

April 11, 2024
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter wants his team to take the experience of winning in France into their tough Champions Cup meeting with Toulouse on Sunday. The Chiefs fought…
On this day in 2019: Australia end Israel Folau’s deal over discriminatory posts
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On this day in 2019: Australia end Israel Folau’s deal over discriminatory posts

April 11, 2024
Rugby Australia and New South Wales Waratahs terminated Israel Folau’s contract over discriminatory social media posts on this day in 2019. The then 30-year-old was warned about his behaviour the…
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