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Tom Willis dominates Top 14 with 18 carries and four turnovers as brother Jack stays sidelined

Tom Willis produced a match-leading 18 carries and four turnovers to steer Bordeaux-Bèglès to a 23-22 win over Clermont at the Stade Marcel Michelin on Saturday, filling the void left by injured brother Jack.

Rugby Oct 12

Paul Altier's last-gasp penalty seals stunning Hong Kong China win over Uruguay in Nations Cup

Paul Altier kicked a pressure penalty from 40 metres with no time remaining to hand Hong Kong China a dramatic victory over Uruguay in the 2026 Nations Cup, their teammates admitting they never doubted him for a second.

Rugby Oct 12

Malcolm urges Scotland to end seven-game losing streak in Sydney showcase

Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm has called on her side to channel the atmosphere of a blockbuster quadruple-header at Sydney's Accor Stadium into a performance to be proud of, as the Scots look to snap a seven-match losing run against the Wallaroos on Saturday.

Rugby Oct 12

Exeter edge Newcastle 34-28 in chaotic opener as Feyi-Waboso limps off with hamstring concern

Exeter secured their first Gallagher Premiership win of the season with a nervy 34-28 victory over Newcastle at Sandy Park, but director of rugby Rob Baxter admitted the lead changed hands repeatedly before his side finally pulled clear — and England wing Immanuel Feyi-Waboso left the field with a hamstring problem.

Rugby Oct 12

Sharks disciplinary ruling threatens Mbonambi's contract and World Cup hopes

Two-time World Cup winner Bongi Mbonambi faces a potentially career-altering disciplinary ruling at the Sharks after alleged misconduct during a pre-season camp in August. The 82-cap hooker's contract could be terminated early, and his Springbok future hangs in the balance.

Rugby Oct 12

Barrett admits bench role dented confidence but praises Rennie's honest communication

Beauden Barrett has opened up on the mental challenge of limited game time during the All Blacks' series against the Springboks, saying he would be lying if the sideline stint had not affected his confidence, while crediting clear communication from coach Dave Rennie.

Rugby Oct 12

Larkham names 12 Wallabies in Australia A squad for two-match USA tour

Coach Stephen Larkham has selected a 27-man Australia A squad featuring 12 capped Wallabies to face the USA Eagles in Nashville on October 24 and New Jersey on October 30, with Queensland Reds fly-half Tom Lynagh and captain Matt Faessler among the headliners.

Rugby Oct 11

Andrew Kellaway retires after 49 Tests and a 12-year professional career

Wallabies winger Andrew Kellaway has announced his retirement at 30, ending a 12-year career that spanned Super Rugby, England, Japan and 49 Test appearances for Australia.

Rugby Oct 11

Anna Richards joins Black Ferns selection panel as Hansen eyes Lions Series and World Cup

New Zealand Rugby has appointed former Black Ferns legend Anna Richards MNZM as an independent selector, bolstering head coach Whitney Hansen's panel ahead of a French Test Series, the inaugural Women's British and Irish Lions Series, and the 2029 Women's Rugby World Cup.

Rugby Oct 11

Sale Sharks snatch late penalty try to inflict third straight defeat on struggling Harlequins

Sale Sharks came from behind to beat Harlequins 28-24 at CorpAcq Stadium on Saturday, a 73rd-minute penalty try sealing a fifth consecutive win over Quins and leaving Jason Gilmore's side rooted to the bottom of the Gallagher Premiership.

Rugby Oct 11

Stockdale scores twice on his 150th Ulster appearance to rescue dramatic draw with Munster

Jacob Stockdale marked his 150th Ulster cap with a try double as the province overturned a 21-point half-time deficit to draw 26-26 with Munster in Belfast, in what the winger called a night he will never forget.

Rugby Oct 11

Edinburgh lead URC table alone after first three-win start since 2015

Edinburgh Rugby sit top of the URC after a 29-12 bonus-point win over Zebre Parma in Italy — their first three-match winning start to a league season since the PRO12 era in 2015. Glasgow Warriors moved into second with a 36-19 bonus-point victory over Connacht.

Rugby Oct 11

Itoje stars at blindside as Saracens demolish Bristol 30-7 in Premiership opener

Maro Itoje was named man of the match as Saracens claimed a bonus-point 30-7 victory over Bristol at the StoneX Stadium, with head coach Joe Shaw crediting a summer rest for the England captain's rejuvenated display. Bristol boss Pat Lam admitted he withheld three players due to concerns over the artificial pitch.

Rugby Oct 11

Injury crisis hands Kirifi his All Blacks chance ahead of second Bledisloe Test

Du'Plessis Kirifi earns a call-up to the All Blacks squad for the Sydney Bledisloe Cup Test after Ethan Blackadder, Anton Segner, Asafo Aumua and Leroy Carter all picked up injuries following New Zealand's 31-point win over Australia in Auckland.

Rugby Oct 11

Valetini escapes sanction after hip-drop tackle leaves All Blacks winger Carter with ankle injury

Rob Valetini avoided punishment after a hip-drop tackle on Leroy Carter in the 67th minute of New Zealand's 50-19 Bledisloe Cup victory, with World Rugby's new law banning the tackle not coming into force until November 1.

Rugby Oct 11

Wallabies lose Ikitau and Petaia to injury after 50-19 Bledisloe Cup defeat in Auckland

Len Ikitau has been ruled out of the second Bledisloe Cup Test in Sydney after suffering a head knock in Australia's 50-19 loss to the All Blacks at Eden Park. Jordan Petaia is also absent with an ankle injury, prompting coach Les Kiss to call up Corey Toole and Kadin Pritchard.

Rugby Oct 11

Injury crisis forces All Blacks into four squad changes ahead of second Bledisloe Test

The All Blacks have made four changes to their travelling squad for the second Bledisloe Cup Test in Sydney, with Du'Plessis Kirifi earning his first 2026 call-up while Ethan Blackadder, Anton Segner, Asafo Aumua, and Leroy Carter all stay behind in Auckland.

Rugby Oct 10

McCloskey's late crash-over rescues Ulster from 21-point deficit against Munster

Stuart McCloskey scored with three minutes remaining to earn Ulster a 26-26 draw with Munster at the Affidea Stadium in Belfast, after the hosts had trailed 26-5 at half-time.

Rugby Oct 10

Northampton thrash Bath 71-48 in second-highest scoring game in Premiership history

Northampton Saints ran in 11 tries to beat Bath 71-48 at Franklin's Gardens, the second-highest scoring match in Gallagher Premiership history. Director of rugby Phil Dowson attributed the extraordinary scoreline to a shift in team mindsets and recent rule changes.

Rugby Oct 10

Kiss vows Wallabies will 'return fire' after 50-19 Bledisloe thrashing at Eden Park

Australia's 24-year Bledisloe Cup drought stretches on after a 50-19 defeat to the All Blacks at Eden Park, where New Zealand are now unbeaten in 54 Tests. Coach Les Kiss says his side will regroup and respond in Sydney next weekend.

Rugby Oct 10