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Northampton v Bristol Bears teams: Henry Pollock among six changes for Saints as Louis Rees-Zammit returns
Louis Chapman Coombe 14 May 2026

Northampton v Bristol Bears teams: Henry Pollock among six changes for Saints as Louis Rees-Zammit returns

Northampton Saints and Bristol Bears have named their squads for Friday's PREM clash.

Premiership
Springboks prop set to miss the Rugby World Cup after doping suspension handed down
Colin Newboult 14 May 2026

Springboks prop set to miss the Rugby World Cup after doping suspension handed down

Springboks and Lions prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye has been banned for 18 months.

South Africa
Eddie Jones and Steve Hansen are ‘out of control megalomaniacs’ as All Blacks great warns of consequences for officiating tirades
Colin Newboult 14 May 2026

Eddie Jones and Steve Hansen are ‘out of control megalomaniacs’ as All Blacks great warns of consequences for officiating tirades

Eddie Jones and Sir Steve Hansen have both vented their frustration with officiating, but that has been met with severe criticism.

Internationals
Bernard Jackman explains why Super Rugby has ‘gone off our radar a little bit’ and reveals the tournament which has become more popular
David Skippers 14 May 2026

Bernard Jackman explains why Super Rugby has ‘gone off our radar a little bit’ and reveals the tournament which has become more popular

Bernard Jackman has revealed that he seldom watches Super Rugby Pacific matches on television and named the tournament which has become more popular to watch.

Super Rugby
England hopeful outlines Test ambitions as ‘chats’ with coaching staff revealed
Louis Chapman Coombe 14 May 2026

England hopeful outlines Test ambitions as ‘chats’ with coaching staff revealed

The outside back has featured for England A in recent years, but is yet to make his senior Test debut at the time of writing.

Northampton Saints
England star strengthens case for Nations Championship start after scooping major PREM award
Jack Tunney 14 May 2026

England star strengthens case for Nations Championship start after scooping major PREM award

The 24-year-old beat off tough opposition, winning with 44% of the vote.

Premiership
Loose Pass: The ‘nonsense’ Henry Pollock argument that spells ‘danger’ and private equity America is coming to England
Danny Stephens 14 May 2026

Loose Pass: The ‘nonsense’ Henry Pollock argument that spells ‘danger’ and private equity America is coming to England

Loose Pass is here to delve into the major talking points in the sport.

Loose Pass
Springboks legends’ ‘loophole’ Richie Mo’unga prediction after ‘stupid’ NZ Rugby decision for South Africa tour
Colin Newboult 14 May 2026

Springboks legends’ ‘loophole’ Richie Mo’unga prediction after ‘stupid’ NZ Rugby decision for South Africa tour

Springboks legends are surprised that NZ Rugby continue to stand in Dave Rennie's way over Richie Mo'unga.

New Zealand
Super Rugby Pacific Team Tracker: All Blacks hopeful gets new role for Blues after overseas-bound star’s season ended through injury
David Skippers 13 May 2026

Super Rugby Pacific Team Tracker: All Blacks hopeful gets new role for Blues after overseas-bound star’s season ended through injury

Check out the teams ahead of the 14th round of Super Rugby Pacific.

Super Rugby
Sir Graham Henry reveals his ‘number one trait’ to becoming a ‘great All Black’ after taking shock NZ Rugby role
Colin Newboult 13 May 2026

Sir Graham Henry reveals his ‘number one trait’ to becoming a ‘great All Black’ after taking shock NZ Rugby role

The legendary coach runs the rule over what makes a great All Black.

New Zealand
Bernard Jackman pinpoints Rieko Ioane’s strengths and weaknesses during Leinster stint and reveals which position suits him best
David Skippers 13 May 2026

Bernard Jackman pinpoints Rieko Ioane’s strengths and weaknesses during Leinster stint and reveals which position suits him best

Bernard Jackman has highlighted the "very tough position" Rieko Ioane has been in since joining Leinster and given his verdict on the All Blacks star's form since joining the Irish province.

Leinster
England hopeful suffers ‘season-ending’ injury as Bath issue update on Wales duo
Louis Chapman Coombe 13 May 2026

England hopeful suffers ‘season-ending’ injury as Bath issue update on Wales duo

The winger was taken off in Bath's defeat to Bordeaux-Begles in the Investec Champions Cup semi-final.

Bath
Ireland international set to miss ‘a number of weeks’ as Andy Farrell faces a nervy wait ahead of Nations Championship Tests
Jack Tunney 13 May 2026

Ireland international set to miss ‘a number of weeks’ as Andy Farrell faces a nervy wait ahead of Nations Championship Tests

Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey will not be involved in the European Challenge Cup final.

Ulster
Rugby Transfers: Jamie Ritchie’s Perpignan exit confirmed, Scotland international makes decision on future and Ireland ace on the move
Louis Chapman Coombe 13 May 2026

Rugby Transfers: Jamie Ritchie’s Perpignan exit confirmed, Scotland international makes decision on future and Ireland ace on the move

Check out the latest round up of rugby transfers from across the globe!

News
Jean de Villiers’ ‘overthinking’ theory for Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s dip in form as Springboks star shows why he is ‘so special’
Colin Newboult 13 May 2026

Jean de Villiers’ ‘overthinking’ theory for Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s dip in form as Springboks star shows why he is ‘so special’

The former Springboks captain is the latest to praise Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu despite the one drawback.

South Africa
England prospect ‘ready’ for Test debut after admitting Six Nations would have been a ‘rush’
Jack Tunney 13 May 2026

England prospect ‘ready’ for Test debut after admitting Six Nations would have been a ‘rush’

Young Saracens sensation Noah Caluori has claimed that he's ready for international action, calling it a "good time" for an England call-up.

England
Eddie Jones handed lengthy suspension and reduced salary after ‘serious’ discipline breach
Colin Newboult 13 May 2026

Eddie Jones handed lengthy suspension and reduced salary after ‘serious’ discipline breach

Eddie Jones landed himself in hot water after his comments towards match officials.

Internationals
Women’s Six Nations latest: 2027 fixtures and broadcasters announced as Championship adopts ‘Super Saturday format’ with possible Grand Slam decider picked for final round
Louis Chapman Coombe 13 May 2026

Women’s Six Nations latest: 2027 fixtures and broadcasters announced as Championship adopts ‘Super Saturday format’ with possible Grand Slam decider picked for final round

The full details for the 2027 Women's Six Nations have now been confirmed.

Six Nations
Rugby’s Jamie Vardy: Five players who rose through the ranks to play at the highest level
Jack Tunney 13 May 2026

Rugby’s Jamie Vardy: Five players who rose through the ranks to play at the highest level

The players who have also risen from the depths of club rugby to make it in the professional game.

Internationals
Springboks alignment camp: Winners and losers as Rassie Erasmus’ ‘masterplan’ becomes clear while Evan Roos handed ‘big chance’ after recent brain fades
Louis Chapman Coombe 13 May 2026

Springboks alignment camp: Winners and losers as Rassie Erasmus’ ‘masterplan’ becomes clear while Evan Roos handed ‘big chance’ after recent brain fades

Our take on the key winners and losers from the Springboks' 40-man alignment camp selection.

South Africa
Israel Dagg slams ‘ridiculous’ Richie Mo’unga stance as NZ Rugby continue to ‘get in their own way’
Colin Newboult 13 May 2026

Israel Dagg slams ‘ridiculous’ Richie Mo’unga stance as NZ Rugby continue to ‘get in their own way’

NZ Rugby have come under fire for not allowing Richie Mo'unga to be eligible for the All Blacks until after the Springboks Tests.

New Zealand
Springboks: Consistently overlooked star finally gets his chance as Rassie Erasmus names two newbies in alignment camp squad
David Skippers 13 May 2026

Springboks: Consistently overlooked star finally gets his chance as Rassie Erasmus names two newbies in alignment camp squad

Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has included two new players in a 40-man squad for his second in-person alignment camp of the year which will be held in Cape Town next week.

South Africa
Rugby transfers: Italian prospect switches to Prem, Harlequins coach moves home and ex-Springbok gets Irish grassroots job
Liam Heagney 12 May 2026

Rugby transfers: Italian prospect switches to Prem, Harlequins coach moves home and ex-Springbok gets Irish grassroots job

Our latest rugby transfers update focuses on England and Ireland with a talented Italian switching to the PREM, a PREM coach moving to the URC and an ex-Springbok taking up another Irish grassroots challenge.

Premiership
Dave Rennie reveals discarded Richie Mo’unga plan and gives his verdict on All Blacks’ fly-half stocks
David Skippers 12 May 2026

Dave Rennie reveals discarded Richie Mo’unga plan and gives his verdict on All Blacks’ fly-half stocks

Dave Rennie has given his thoughts on New Zealand Rugby's decision not to allow Richie Mo'unga to feature for the All Blacks until after their tour to South Africa.

New Zealand
All Blacks: Dave Rennie’s verdict on Leicester Fainga’anuku’s Test chances in new role and makes blunt revelation on Brodie Retallick’s possible return
David Skippers 12 May 2026

All Blacks: Dave Rennie’s verdict on Leicester Fainga’anuku’s Test chances in new role and makes blunt revelation on Brodie Retallick’s possible return

Dave Rennie has opened up on Leicester Fainga'anuku's excellent form as an openside flanker for the Crusaders and revealed whether Brodie Retallick will be in action for the All Blacks later this year.

New Zealand
The South African left ‘shocked’ when a Welsh club ‘showed interest’ and ‘bit of a road block’ he encountered this season
Simon Thomas 12 May 2026

The South African left ‘shocked’ when a Welsh club ‘showed interest’ and ‘bit of a road block’ he encountered this season

The South African joined Cardiff Rugby amid little fanfare in the summer of 2024 and appeared to be coming on board as very much the third choice scrum-half.

Cardiff Rugby
Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup Final match officials named as English duo handed Bilbao honour
Adam Kyriacou 12 May 2026

Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup Final match officials named as English duo handed Bilbao honour

EPCR has announced the match officials for the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup Finals, with two English referees in the middle.

Investec Champions Cup
Urine swap doping scandal results in six Georgia players and a medic copping nearly 36 years’ worth of bans from rugby
Liam Heagney 12 May 2026

Urine swap doping scandal results in six Georgia players and a medic copping nearly 36 years’ worth of bans from rugby

The Georgia rugby urine swap doping scandal has ended with bans, including an 11-year suspension for Merab Sharikadze, their 2023 World Cup skipper, and a nine-year suspension for their team doctor.

Rugby World Cup
Former England star claims it would be ‘greedy’ to switch allegiances ahead of 2027 World Cup
Jack Tunney 12 May 2026

Former England star claims it would be ‘greedy’ to switch allegiances ahead of 2027 World Cup

Former England number eight Billy Vunipola has categorically stated that he will not represent Tonga at the 2027 World Cup.

Rugby World Cup
Under fire Munster commit to independent review to ‘support clear, robust and accountable decision-making’ following recent controversies
Liam Heagney 12 May 2026

Under fire Munster commit to independent review to ‘support clear, robust and accountable decision-making’ following recent controversies

Munster have finally taken steps to assess how it runs its business by appointing an outside body to conduct an independent review into its governance and organisation.

Munster
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The Bulls will host Munster on Saturday, May 30.

United Rugby Championship quarter-finals: The fixtures, dates, kick-off times and how to watch

17 May 2026
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Munster v Lions: Five takeaways as ‘harum-scarum’ contest featuring alleged spit ends with ‘much desired rewards’ for both teams

16 May 2026
Northampton Saints back-row Henry Pollock tried to ruffle feathers against Leicester Tigers.

Loose Pass: The ‘nonsense’ Henry Pollock argument that spells ‘danger’ and private equity America is coming to England

14 May 2026
The bank balance might look healthier than it has for years, but the picture isn't so rosy on the field for Australia.

Why Australian rugby ‘needs a miracle to unfold’ as 17-year first would ‘spell disaster’ for Super Rugby Pacific

12 May 2026

Test Rugby
Reds full-back Jock Campbell has been in fine form this season.

Opinion: The ‘bigger picture’ problem with Australia’s lack of success in Super Rugby and the forgotten Wallaby knocking on the door

18 May 2026
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‘I don’t think you can write him off’ – Highlanders rookie backed to be a shock inclusion in All Blacks squad

18 May 2026
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Ex-All Black’s blunt verdict on suggestion that NZ Rugby utilise scrapped Australian policy to ease eligibility rules

18 May 2026
Ellie Kildunne has had a wonderful year in an England jersey.

Ellie Kildunne beats Finn Russell and Louis Bielle-Biarrey to prestigious award

18 May 2026
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Who’s hot and who’s not: ‘Ridiculous’ Northampton, Irish lock’s rare ’10/10 rating’, Georgia ‘take the p*** to new levels’ and SARU ‘tantrum’

18 May 2026

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