Rugby

Can Rugby Union Survive?

Anna-Rose Gabbitass 4 mins read

With empty stadiums, failing salary caps, and a lack of promotion, fans are starting to worry about the future of our beloved…

Sam Burgess: Commitment to Warrington Wolves

James Franklin 2 mins read

Sam Burgess, the esteemed head coach of Warrington Wolves, has recently addressed the swirling rumours about a potential return to the NRL.…

Super League – The Egg-Chasing Easter Extravaganza

Rob Norcup 8 mins read

It’s not only the Easter Bunny that’s bringing the treats this week. The Easter break is always one of the most eagerly…

Who Will Win the Six Nations 2024?

Chase Lowthorpe 10 mins read

We are coming into February and every International Rugby fan knows it's the Six Nations time of year. For me, the Six…

Unveiling the Next No. 10 for Wales in the Post-Biggar Era

Peter Ryan 4 mins read

The number ten jersey is exceptional in Welsh rugby. There have been many sensational players that have worn the legendary number. Players…

Can Scotland Overcome The Odds And Win The Six Nations?

Peter Ryan 3 mins read

The Six Nations is fast approaching. The historic tournament kicks off on February 2nd. This year's competition will be exciting. All the…

Pieter-Steph du Toit: Interview with RWC Final POTM

Albert Heenop 5 mins read

There was no shortage of Springbok heroes following South Africa’s Rugby World Cup triumph in Paris last year. No single player, however, put…

Louis Rees-Zammit Quits Rugby For The NFL – Who Else Has Made The Switch?

Harry Currall 3 mins read

Welsh rugby union player Louis Rees-Zammit has quit the sport to move to America and join the NFL's international player pathway programme.…

Gallagher Premiership Rugby – The State Of Play

Niall Pither 3 mins read

As we near the midway point in the 2023/24 Gallagher Premiership season, it feels somewhat appropriate to review the state of play…

England’s Captain Owen Farrell Takes a Break from International Rugby

James Franklin 4 mins read

England's skipper, Owen Farrell, has recently declared a hiatus from international rugby, a decision that has sent ripples through the rugby community.…

Steve Borthwick must mastermind a new era for England Rugby

Matthew Luddington 5 mins read

Before the final whistle had been blown in the Stade de France as England secured a commendable third-place finish in a World…

Farrell, Ford, or Smith – who should be England’s Fly-Half for the next World Cup Cycle?

Nathan Little 5 mins read

Despite reaching the last four of this year's rugby World Cup, and only being a Handre Pollard penalty away from reaching the…

England Stalwarts Hang Up Their Boots

Harry Currall 2 mins read

Ben Youngs, England's most-capped player, announced his retirement after a stellar career, in which he featured at 4 World Cups and also…

Top 10 Rugby Players of All Time

Adam Davis 7 mins read

Rugby, a sport known for its blend of physicality, skill, and teamwork, has produced some of the most iconic and talented athletes…

The Greatest Fly-Half – Dan Carter or Jonny Wilkinson?

Barry Scharneck 5 mins read

World Rugby recently unanimously voted for the Men’s 15’s Player of the Decade, yet there seems to be a North vs. South…

Billy Vunipola and Owen Farrell Are Out

Adam Davis 3 mins read

In a setback for England's Rugby World Cup campaign, key players Billy Vunipola and Owen Farrell will be absent from the opening…

Premiership Rugby Round Up: Sale Sharks Sink Bristol Bears

Matthew Mill 8 mins read

After two weeks of mixed European exploits for the English sides, the Gallagher Premiership returned at the weekend. With the playoff picture…

Champions Cup Quarter-Finals Round Up

Matthew Mill 8 mins read

Leinster 55 v 24 Leicester Leinster continued their formidable recent form by romping past Leicester to set up a semi-final against Toulouse.…

Champions Cup Quarter-Finals Preview

Matthew Mill 6 mins read

Europe is heading towards its crunch stage, with eight sides battling it out for a place in the semi-finals at the weekend.…

Champions Cup Round of 16 Review

Matthew Mill 9 mins read

Despite some previous grumblings about the Champions Cup's convoluted format, the last sixteen provided some premium entertainment. With a healthy dosage of…

Champions Cup: Round of 16 Preview

Matthew Mill 6 mins read

The dust has settled on another epic Six Nations that saw Ireland emphatically seal a Grand Slam. It's hard to bet against…