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17 teams from 14 nations converge on Stellenbosch for 2026 FISU Rugby Sevens
Close to 200 university athletes will compete at Danie Craven Stadium in Stellenbosch from 4–6 September, with defending women's champions Japan and hosts South Africa among the favourites across both tournaments.
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Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series kicks off in Suzhou with 12 nations chasing continental glory
The first leg of the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series 2026 begins this weekend in Suzhou, China, with 12 men's and 12 women's teams competing across two days. Defending champions Hong Kong China target a sixth title, while newly promoted India and Kazakhstan add fresh intrigue.
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Netherlands coach Gilbert bids farewell after 15 years before South Africa move
Gareth Gilbert will take charge of the Netherlands women's team for the final time at home on Saturday when they face Scotland A in Amsterdam, ending a 15-year association with Rugby Nederland before moving to Pretoria Boys High School.
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Savea warns All Blacks a wounded Springboks side is far more dangerous in Cape Town
All Blacks captain Ardie Savea has urged his side to sharpen their start ahead of Saturday's second Test in Cape Town, cautioning that a Springboks team stung by last week's Johannesburg defeat will arrive as a wounded beast.
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Hong Kong China reinstate Andrew Douglas as head coach one year before Rugby World Cup debut
Hong Kong China have reversed their post-qualifying coaching decision, restoring Andrew Douglas as head coach 12 months before their Rugby World Cup debut in Australia. Logan Asplin, who held the role briefly, stays on as attack coach.
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Sonnes sets Spain on 'Spanish way' as WXV Challenger marks pivotal World Cup push
Spain head coach Régis Sonnes has outlined his vision for Las Leonas ahead of their WXV Global Series Challenger in Hong Kong, where fixtures against Fiji, Samoa and Brazil will test his squad's readiness for a Women's Rugby World Cup 2029 qualifying campaign.
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All Blacks close in on nine-year rankings high ahead of Cape Town rematch with Springboks
New Zealand's 33-16 victory over South Africa in Johannesburg has moved the All Blacks within reach of 95 ranking points — a threshold they last crossed in 2017. A second straight win in Cape Town this weekend would push them further clear at the top.
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Injury-hit Munster eye Gloucester outcast Ross Byrne to fill fly-half void
Munster are weighing a move for former Ireland international Ross Byrne after Jack Crowley's lower limb vascular injury ruled him out until at least the New Year, leaving head coach Clayton McMillan short of options at fly-half.
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Tuinakauvadra returns from knee injury to boost Wallaroos for WXV Global Series
Australia's reigning Wallaroos Player of the Year, Tabua Tuinakauvadra, has been recalled for the WXV Global Series after missing Tests since the Women's Rugby World Cup due to separate knee injuries. The 23-year-old back-row rejoins a squad tilted towards youth, with three uncapped players included.
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Bristol sign Max Clark on short-term deal to cover injury-hit midfield
Bristol Bears have signed centre Max Clark on a short-term contract after the 30-year-old was released by Newcastle at the end of last season. Clark arrives to fill a depleted midfield ahead of the Premiership Rugby Cup opener.
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Injury forces Pollard out as Kolbe recovers to start second Springboks-All Blacks Test
Handré Pollard has been ruled out of South Africa's second Test against New Zealand in Cape Town after picking up a training niggle, with Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu stepping in at fly-half. Cheslin Kolbe, who left last week's Ellis Park defeat with a hamstring and ankle concern, has been passed fit to start on the right wing.
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Leicester sign Junior Wallaby Jack Bowen from Waratahs but must wait until 2027 to see him
Leicester Tigers have secured fly-half Jack Bowen from the NSW Waratahs on a multi-year deal, but the 22-year-old former Junior Wallaby will spend the 2026-27 season on loan at Japanese partner club Mitsubishi Dynaboars before joining the Tigers.
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Martinez ends five-year Test exile as Contepomi names near-unchanged Pumas side to face Australia
Felipe Contepomi has retained the same starting XV that lost 17-10 to South Africa for Argentina's Rugby Championship clash with Australia in Jujuy on Saturday, with Dragons prop Rodrigo Martinez earning a bench recall after five years away from Test rugby.
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Brumbies sign teenage backrower TJ Talaileva on two-year deal after Junior World Championship
ACT Brumbies have secured Australia U20 flanker TJ Talaileva on a two-year deal, rewarding a breakout Shute Shield season with Hunter Wildfires and five appearances at the Junior World Championship in Georgia.
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Kiss rests skipper Wilson for Argentina clash as Alaalatoa takes Wallabies captaincy
Wallabies coach Les Kiss has rotated Harry Wilson out of the matchday 23 for Sunday's Test against Los Pumas in San Salvador de Jujuy, with Allan Alaalatoa set to captain Australia for the seventh time and Rob Valetini starting at No. 8.
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Cole's dummy try steers Hawke's Bay to fifth straight NPC win over Southland
Former New Zealand U20 playmaker Will Cole delivered an 11-point performance at first five-eighth as Hawke's Bay beat Southland 36-21 in Invercargill, keeping the Magpies unbeaten through five NPC matches.
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Old Glory DC draft USA Eagles hopeful Logan Ballinger first overall in 2026 MLR College Draft
Old Glory DC selected loose forward Logan Ballinger with the first pick in the 2026 Major League Rugby College Draft on Thursday. The Life University flanker, known for his breakdown work, is a USA Eagles hopeful and was joined by teammates when the announcement was made.
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Suaalii returns from bench as Wallabies name unchanged backline to face Argentina
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii is back in the Wallabies squad after missing the Japan win through injury, but will start on the bench for the first time in over 645 days as Australia travel to San Salvador de Jujuy to face Los Pumas.
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Calf injury forces Pollard out of second Springboks Test against All Blacks
Handre Pollard has been ruled out of South Africa's second Test against New Zealand in Cape Town with a calf injury, leaving Mannie Libbok and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu to contest the No.10 jersey.
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Sophie De Goede reclaims Canada captaincy for WXV after 13-month ACL absence
Sophie De Goede has been reinstated as Canada captain ahead of the WXV Global Series, retaking the armband from Alexandra Tessier following a 13-month ACL injury layoff. Head coach Kévin Rouet has named a 36-player squad for September fixtures against Scotland, England and France.
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