International Rugby News
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Opinion: Exodus continues to hurt South African sides
South African writer Jon Cardinelli looks at the exodus problem in the country as players are able to move north and still play for the Boks.
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Sam Cane re-signs with New Zealand Rugby until 2025
All Blacks stalwart and Chiefs veteran back-row Sam Cane has put pen to paper on a new deal with New Zealand Rugby that runs until 2025.
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Tomas Lavanini banned for five weeks
Argentina second-row Tomas Lavanini has been hit with a five-week ban following his illegal clearout of Ireland’s Cian Healy in November.
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Cheslin Kolbe closer to return and Toulon debut
After a mid-season move that hit the headlines, Springbok Cheslin Kolbe is now close to returning to action and making his Toulon debut.
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‘Sky is the limit for Marcus Smith’ – Nick Evans
Harlequins attack coach Nick Evans insists Marcus Smith has already set an incredible standard in his career but believes he can still get better.
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‘Defeats a good thing for All Blacks’ – Damian McKenzie
All Blacks full-back Damian McKenzie is not too worried by their shock defeats to Ireland and France in the Autumn Nations Series last month.
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On this day: England end All Blacks’ winning streak
England caused an upset, on this day in 2012, when they ended world champions New Zealand’s 20-match unbeaten run after a 38-21 victory.
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Scotland international Siobhan Cattigan dies aged 26
It’s been announced by Scottish Rugby that Scotland international and Stirling County back-row Siobhan Cattigan has died at the age of 26.
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Loose Pass: Eligibility, equality, empathy and sympathy
Loose Pass is here to delve into the major talking points in the sport.
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Optional law variations for rugby’s community game
World Rugby have announced a few optional law variations for rugby’s community game that range from weight-banded games to pitch size.
