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Prosecutors seek 27-year sentence for man accused of murdering former Pumas star Aramburú

The murder trial of former Argentina international Federico Martín Aramburú has entered its final stage in Paris, with prosecutors requesting sentences of 27 and 20 years for the two men accused of shooting him dead in March 2022.

Rugby Sep 24

Baxter backs Feyi-Waboso to become England force at 2027 Rugby World Cup if he stays fit

Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter has tipped Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to be a standout performer at the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia, provided the winger can string together a consistent, injury-free season.

Rugby Sep 24

Andrew Porter switches to tighthead as Leinster name youthful side for URC opener in Johannesburg

Leo Cullen has confirmed the long-anticipated move of Andrew Porter back to tighthead prop as Leinster prepare to face the Lions at Ellis Park in their United Rugby Championship season opener.

Rugby Sep 24

Canada rest captain de Goede for France clash as Menin closes in on caps record

Sophie de Goede has been left out of Canada's squad for their WXV Global Series match against France in La Rochelle, with coaching staff managing her workload ahead of home fixtures in October. DaLeaka Menin starts and will earn her 75th cap, becoming Canada's second-most capped player of all time.

Rugby Sep 24

Darcy Graham ruled out until Christmas with ruptured bicep, ending Scotland's autumn hopes

Edinburgh wing Darcy Graham faces at least three months on the sidelines after rupturing a bicep muscle in a pre-season friendly at Harlequins, ruling him out of Scotland's November Tests against New Zealand, Australia and Japan.

Rugby Sep 24

Mitchell makes three pack changes as Red Roses host Black Ferns at sold-out Allianz Stadium

England head coach John Mitchell has reshuffled his forward pack for the WXV Global Series clash against New Zealand, handing starts to props Mackenzie Carson and Sarah Bern alongside a second consecutive Test start for hooker Bryony Field.

Rugby Sep 24

Pollock reaches 50 Northampton appearances days after signing new contract

Henry Pollock will earn his 50th Northampton Saints cap when the Premiership champions host Newcastle Red Bulls at Franklin's Gardens on Friday, a milestone that arrives just days after the 21-year-old back-rower put pen to paper on a new deal.

Rugby Sep 24

Injury forces Scotland into changes as Wallaroos arrive in Edinburgh for WXV opener

Scotland interim head coach Dave Butcher has named a reshuffled XV to face Australia in Edinburgh, with wrist and concussion injuries forcing two of the four changes ahead of the first of three meetings between the sides in the 2026 WXV Global Series.

Rugby Sep 24

Cox returns as Wales face confident USA side with Evans set for 50th cap

Carys Cox is back in Wales' starting XV for their WXV Global Series clash with the USA Women's Eagles in Cardiff on Saturday, having missed last week's win over South Africa through injury. Lock Georgia Evans will earn her 50th Test cap in the same fixture.

Rugby Sep 24

Leicester Tigers move to sign England centre Seb Atkinson as Gloucester contract nears end

Leicester Tigers are exploring a move for Gloucester and England inside centre Seb Atkinson, 24, ahead of his contract expiring next summer. The Tigers see the seven-cap international as a solution to a long-standing problem position.

Rugby Sep 24

Porthen backs rotated Springboks to silence Wallabies doubters in Perth

Tighthead prop Zachary Porthen has defended Rassie Erasmus's decision to make 13 changes for Saturday's Test against Australia in Perth, insisting the fringe players coming into the side are 'hungrier than you might think' and eager to prove themselves.

Rugby Sep 24

Michaela Leonard set to become first Wallaroo to earn 50 Test caps against Scotland

Michaela Leonard will make history when she starts for Australia against Scotland in Edinburgh this weekend, becoming the first player to reach 50 Test caps for the Wallaroos in the 2026 WXV Global Series.

Rugby Sep 24

Taumoepeau captains Australia U18 side against Australian Schools in Sydney

NSW Waratahs prospect Justice Taumoepeau will lead Australia's U18 side as captain when they face an Australian Schools team at Knox Grammar School in Sydney on Friday. Australia U20 representative Taione Taka, named vice-captain, starts at inside centre.

Rugby Sep 24

LeSage inspires Canada to back-to-back wins over USA Eagles for first time in 13 years

Ben LeSage scored the opening try as Canada edged the USA 19-16 in the Pacific Nations Cup third-place playoff in Tokyo, ending a 13-year wait for consecutive victories over their North American rivals.

Rugby Sep 24

Hansen warns Erasmus that Springbok veterans may retire before 2027 Rugby World Cup

Former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has cautioned Rassie Erasmus that veterans such as Eben Etzebeth, Siya Kolisi, and Cheslin Kolbe may not have the desire to push through to the 2027 Rugby World Cup, drawing on his own experience managing ageing players ahead of 2019.

Rugby Sep 24

Scott Barrett ends 10-month absence as surgery recovery clears All Blacks return path

Former All Blacks captain Scott Barrett will play for Taranaki against Hawke's Bay this weekend — his first professional rugby appearance in 10 months after undergoing a discectomy to treat a bulging disc.

Rugby Sep 24

Wallaroos vow to fix second-half collapse after France snatch 29-26 WXV win

Australia led 19-12 at half-time in Aix-en-Provence and held a four-player advantage, only for France to score 17 unanswered points and seal a 29-26 victory. Vice-captain Kaitlan Leaney says the Wallaroos must sharpen their processes ahead of a three-Test series against Scotland.

Rugby Sep 23

Olsen-Baker returns as Black Ferns name full-strength side to face world-number-one England

Kaipo Olsen-Baker is back at number eight as Black Ferns head coach Whitney Hansen names her starting XV for the WXV Global Series clash against England at Allianz Stadium on 26 July, with wingers Ayesha Leti-I'iga and lock Laura Bayfield also returning.

Rugby Sep 23

Packer urges Red Roses to embrace tougher tests after Canada draw ends 39-match winning run

England flanker Marlie Packer says the Red Roses welcome the growing challenge from rivals after a 26-26 draw with Canada halted their 39-match unbeaten run, with a home clash against New Zealand at Allianz Stadium now the immediate focus.

Rugby Sep 23

Black Ferns hooker Roos warns England: 'We must be prepared to go to dark places'

Maia Roos is one of only five current Black Ferns players to have beaten England in a Test match, a feat last achieved at the 2022 Women's Rugby World Cup final. With New Zealand facing a Red Roses side fresh off a shock draw with Canada, Roos says her side must match England's physicality at the set-piece.

Rugby Sep 23