Match results
Match reports, scores, post-match analysis.
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USA XV edge Argentina XV 25-24 in Fort Lauderdale thriller with RWC 2027 on the horizon
The USA XV survived a relentless Argentina XV fightback to win 25-24 at Inter Miami FC Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, extending their unbeaten run to four matches and building momentum 14 months out from Rugby World Cup 2027.
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Rennie warns All Blacks must raise intensity several-fold for Ellis Park Test
Dave Rennie praised his side's three-from-three record on the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Tour but cautioned that the quality required to beat the Springboks at Ellis Park next weekend is 'three, four, five-fold' higher than anything faced so far.
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USA XV captain Damm credits team grit after surviving Argentina XV's late siege in Fort Lauderdale
USA XV held on for a 25-24 win over Argentina XV in Fort Lauderdale after surviving 85 per cent possession against them in the final ten minutes, with centre Tavite Lopeti's late strip proving the decisive moment.
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Tupou's historic double powers Wallabies to 56-17 rout of Japan in Townsville
Taniela Tupou scored twice as Australia demolished Japan 56-17 in Townsville, triggering a historic moment: for only the second time ever, all three Wallabies starting front-rowers crossed the try line in the same Test.
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IFAB confirms Embolo red card against Argentina at World Cup was wrongly issued
Football's law-making body IFAB has clarified that Switzerland forward Breel Embolo should not have been sent off in the World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina, ruling the VAR protocol used to issue his second yellow card was incorrectly applied.
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Blair calls All Blacks attack a 'mixed bag' ahead of Springboks Test series
All Blacks attack coach Mike Blair praised his side's six-from-six record under Dave Rennie in 2026 but admitted inconsistency and poor decision-making in the build-up to the first Test against South Africa.
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Melbourne-born Tapsell switches from Black Ferns to Wallaroos ahead of trans-Tasman Test
Pia Tapsell, who played six Tests for the Black Ferns between 2019 and 2020, has switched allegiances to Australia after her Melbourne birthright qualified her under World Rugby's strict eligibility rules. The Western Force forward is now in line to face her former side in Auckland on Saturday.
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Barnes admits All Blacks were 'shown up' by Stormers but sees progress ahead of South Africa Test
All Blacks assistant coach Neil Barnes has acknowledged New Zealand were exposed in their maul defence and set piece against the Stormers, but says the squad has made adjustments across three tour games ahead of Saturday's Test series opener against world champions South Africa.
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Tshiremba hat-trick seals Springbok Women's first-ever series whitewash in Fiji
Maria Tshiremba scored a second-half hat-trick as the Springbok Women edged Fiji 29-22 in Lautoka to complete a 2-0 series sweep — the first tour of Fiji in the team's history.
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FIFA charges Paredes and Molina with assault after World Cup final clash with Spain
FIFA has filed disciplinary charges against Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes and defender Nahuel Molina for striking Spain players after the World Cup final. The governing body also charged Argentina's federation over a political Falkland Islands banner displayed after the semifinal win over England.
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Vozinha swaps World Cup heroics for Spider-Man jersey as Colo Colo nickname battle looms
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has starred in a Sony Pictures Brazil campaign promoting 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' while his move to Chilean giants Colo Colo stalls over paperwork — and a looming fight over whether he can wear his famous nickname.
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Minnesota Gophers adopt Norway's Viking Row celebration after World Cup debut captures fans
The Minnesota Golden Gophers will incorporate Norway's iconic Viking Row into their home-game celebrations this season, inspired by the tradition's viral moment at the 2026 World Cup and the state's deep Norwegian-American heritage.
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Pantoja coach declares 'turbo version' ready to reclaim UFC flyweight title at 331
Alexandre Pantoja's strength and conditioning coach Everton Oliveira says the former flyweight champion has emerged from his arm injury better than ever, with the rematch against Joshua Van set for UFC 331 on Sept. 19 in Los Angeles.
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Craig Jones reveals how Ian Garry can neutralise Makhachev's grappling at UFC 330
Grappling coach Craig Jones has published a technical breakdown of how Ian Garry can defend Islam Makhachev's single-leg takedowns ahead of their UFC 330 welterweight title fight on 15 August in Philadelphia.
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Four fighters earn UFC contracts as Hasan destroys DWCS 2026's biggest-ever favourite in 45 seconds
Joseph Kropschot, Tom Pagliarulo, Bilal Hasan and Anthony Wint all secured UFC deals on Week 1 of Dana White's Contender Series 2026, while unbeaten lightweight Abe Alsaghir left empty-handed despite a split decision win.
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Garry senses 'nervous energy' from Makhachev ahead of UFC 330 title fight
Ian Garry claims he detected nerves from UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev during their first face-off in Philadelphia, though Makhachev flatly denied it at UFC 330 media day, saying he is enjoying every moment of fight week.
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Cyborg defends PFL title against Vieira in expected MMA farewell on Aug. 22
Cris Cyborg will defend the PFL women's featherweight championship against fellow Brazilian Ketlen Vieira at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa on August 22, in what is widely expected to be the MMA legend's final professional fight.
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Makhachev and Garry clash on women's authority ahead of UFC 330 title fight
Islam Makhachev and Ian Garry have taken sharply opposing stances on women's authority in separate interviews, adding an off-mat subplot to their welterweight title clash at UFC 330 on August 15 in Philadelphia.
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Contender Series veteran Henrique earns surprise UFC debut at UFC 330 after Ochoa injury
Eduardo Henrique will make his long-awaited UFC debut at UFC 330 in Philadelphia after Jose Ochoa was forced out with an injury. The 15-2 flyweight steps in on short notice to face Charles Johnson, the promotion's most active fighter in 2026.
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Robertson accuses Dern of backtracking ahead of UFC 330 strawweight title fight
Gillian Robertson has called out Mackenzie Dern for softening her tone during fight week after spending their training camp dismissing the challenger's jiu-jitsu. The two meet for Dern's 115-pound title at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia on August 15.
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