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Wales centre Freya Bell ruled out of second Japan Test
The 21-year-old centre will miss the final international of the year after suffering a knee injury during Wales' victory over Japan last weekend.
Ulster face Stormers challenge without nine Ireland-bound stars
Richie Murphy remains optimistic as winless Ulster travel to Cape Town for a difficult United Rugby Championship fixture this Saturday.

Leinster overcome early deficit to defeat Munster in URC derby
Leinster secured a bonus-point victory over their rivals Munster at the Aviva Stadium after a dominant second-half performance in the United Rugby Championship.

Ospreys secure bonus-point win against Dragons at St Helen’s
The Ospreys celebrated their return to the historic St Helen's venue with a dominant five-try victory over the Dragons in the United Rugby Championship.

Glasgow Warriors stage comeback to defeat Benetton in URC thriller
The Glasgow Warriors maintained their unbeaten start to the United Rugby Championship season after overturning a 17-point deficit to secure a narrow victory in Italy.
Canada inflict historic series defeat on England’s Red Roses
England have suffered back-to-back losses against Canada, ending a record-breaking 39-match winning streak for the Red Roses.

Connacht secure bonus-point victory over Zebre in URC
Connacht climbed to sixth in the United Rugby Championship standings after an eight-try performance against bottom-placed Zebre at Dexcom Stadium.

Christian Wade equals Premiership try-scoring record in Newcastle victory
Newcastle winger Christian Wade reached a historic milestone as his side secured their first league win of the season against Sale Sharks at Kingston Park.

Sharks hand Cardiff first home defeat of 2026
The South African side secured a dominant 36-21 victory at the Arms Park, scoring six tries to overcome the Welsh region in the United Rugby Championship.

George Furbank relishing Marcus Smith partnership ahead of Saracens clash
Harlequins recruit George Furbank discusses his blossoming axis with Marcus Smith ahead of the London derby against Saracens.

Christian Wade poised to challenge Premiership try-scoring record
Newcastle Red Bulls winger Christian Wade stands on the brink of history as he prepares to face Sale Sharks tonight.
Rugby Union Clubs Increasingly Rely on Data Analytics for Recruitment
Professional rugby teams are utilising advanced statistical databases to identify talent and refine their squad compositions in a modernised approach to player recruitment.

Ireland women prepare for historic first Test match in South Africa
Captain Erin King leads Ireland into a landmark series against the Springboks in Cape Town as Neve Jones prepares to earn her 50th cap.

Alex Callender to win 50th Wales cap against Japan in Tokyo
Flanker Alex Callender reaches her half-century of appearances while sisters Nel and Branwen Metcalfe start together for Wales.

Frawley challenges for Ireland fly-half role ahead of autumn Tests
Ciaran Frawley has emerged as a serious contender for Ireland’s number 10 jersey following a strong start to his tenure at Connacht.
