Planet Rugby 25 Nov 2023 Springboks returnees supercharge the Sharks to massive win over Dragons The returning Springboks showed their class with four of six Rugby World Cup winners scoring tries in an impressive 69-14 win over the Dragons. United Rugby Championship
Colin Newboult 25 Nov 2023 Springboks captain Siya Kolisi details sobering stabbing incident from ‘violent’ teen years South Africa captain Siya Kolisi has revealed some harrowing incidents from his teenage years in an interview with ex-Wales fly-half Dan Biggar. South Africa
Planet Rugby 25 Nov 2023 Rugby World Cup winner scores on debut as Bulls and Lions run riot in the URC Double Rugby World Cup winner Willie le Roux sparkled on debut for the Bulls, scoring in their 53-27 rout against Connacht on Saturday. United Rugby Championship
Colin Newboult 25 Nov 2023 ‘Respect is important’ – Scott Robertson addresses the All Blacks captaincy question New All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson was asked about the captaincy as he looks ahead to his first campaign in charge in 2024. New Zealand
Dylan Coetzee 25 Nov 2023 Siya Kolisi to make long-awaited Racing 92 debut against European champions Two-time Rugby World Cup-winning skipper Siya Kolisi will finally debut for Racing 92 after being named to start against La Rochelle on Sunday. Racing 92
Colin Newboult 25 Nov 2023 Rugby Australia could lose out on over $1 million after embarrassing contract error Rugby Australia could lose over AUS$1 million due to a contract issue following their Rugby World Cup warm-up against France in August. Australia
Colin Newboult 25 Nov 2023 Wales’ financial worries continue as George North set to be lost to France’s second-tier – report Reports in France are suggesting that George North’s purported move to Provence, who are currently in France’s Pro D2, is a ‘done’ deal. Wales
Dylan Coetzee 25 Nov 2023 WATCH: Gargantuan ex-Springbok forward channels inner Handre Pollard to nail perfect conversion kick Former Springboks hardman Willem Alberts showed off his kicking skills when he nailed a conversion for the Lions in their 61-19 win over Zebre. Lions
Dylan Coetzee 25 Nov 2023 ‘We found a way again’ – England star spares Sale Sharks’ blushes Sale Sharks boss Alex Sanderson was grateful for some George Ford magic which helped his team to a narrow 11-9 win over Bath on Friday. Sale Sharks
Planet Rugby 24 Nov 2023 George Ford penalty helps Sale Sharks edge Bath while Northampton win 69-point thriller Premiership leaders Sale Sharks came out on top against Bath in a low-scoring affair while Northampton won a 69-point thriller against Harlequins. Premiership
Planet Rugby 24 Nov 2023 Benetton spoil Blair Kinghorn’s home farewell while Stormers stunned by Cardiff There were United Rugby Championship wins for Benetton and Cardiff over Edinburgh and the Stormers respectively in Friday's two matches. United Rugby Championship
Colin Newboult 24 Nov 2023 Ireland great blasts South Africa’s ‘questionable’ doping record after disgraced wing ‘celebrated’ Ex-Ireland back Gordon D’Arcy believes that South Africa are not sending the right message following the return of Aphiwe Dyantyi to the sport. South Africa
Dylan Coetzee 24 Nov 2023 Rugby World Cup winners return for South African sides whilst Leinster load up for Munster Check on the team news ahead of Round Six of the United Rugby Championship that includes a gruelling inter-pro derby between Leinster and Munster. United Rugby Championship
Colin Newboult 24 Nov 2023 ‘It was a mistake’ – Rugby World Cup referees criticise ‘rushed’ bunker system Rugby World Cup referee Mathieu Raynal has criticised World Rugby for introducing the divisive bunker system for the global tournament in France. Rugby World Cup
Adam Kyriacou 24 Nov 2023 Argentina skipper returns to lead Leicester Tigers while England wing at full-back against former team Check on the team news for Round Seven of the Premiership season that includes Gloucester against Leicester Tigers at Kingsholm on Saturday. Premiership
Colin Newboult 24 Nov 2023 Springboks scrum-half opens up on the death threats he received after Rugby World Cup win Springboks scrum-half Cobus Reinach has opened up on the abuse he and his family suffered during the recent Rugby World Cup in France. South Africa
Adam Kyriacou 24 Nov 2023 Dragons head of performance punished after referee altercation Dragons head of performance, Dan Baugh, and the Welsh region have been sanctioned. Dragons
Colin Newboult 24 Nov 2023 Ardie Savea’s brutal Rugby World Cup reminder he ‘always’ gets from his brother World Rugby Player of the Year Ardie Savea is often being reminded that he has yet to win the Rugby World Cup, unlike his brother Julian. New Zealand
Francisco Isaac 24 Nov 2023 The next Storti? 15 promising players in Europe’s emerging nations After an incredible Rugby World Cup, it’s time to see who are the potential stars emerging before the 2027 edition in Australia. International
Colin Newboult 24 Nov 2023 Rugby World Cup referee offers interesting ‘press conference’ idea to improve accountability Experienced French referee Mathieu Raynal has come up with an idea to improve accountability in the wake of a controversial Rugby World Cup. Rugby World Cup
Dylan Coetzee 24 Nov 2023 Rugby Australia find ‘best solution’ for rugby with $80m loan deal Rugby Australia have secured an $80m loan deal through Pacific Equity Partners to set them up over the next five years. Australia
Dylan Coetzee 24 Nov 2023 Five storylines in the URC as Irish giants clash and South African sides look to stabilise Ahead of the United Rugby Championship action, Planet Rugby selects five storylines to keep an eye on during the next round of action. United Rugby Championship
Adam Kyriacou 23 Nov 2023 Scotland star to leave club next week after six-figure release fee is agreed Scotland international Blair Kinghorn will leave Edinburgh next week after a six-figure release fee was agreed for him to move to a Top 14 club. Edinburgh
James While 23 Nov 2023 Harlequins star’s message to public after ‘absolutely disgraceful’ treatment of Ugo Monye Harlequins wing Cadan Murley speaks exclusively to James While about the "blatant racism" Ugo Monye was subjected to at a recent Premiership game. Harlequins
Lawrence Nolan 23 Nov 2023 Five storylines to follow in the Premiership as Sale Sharks look to show their title credentials Check out our five storylines to follow this Premiership weekend. Premiership
James While 23 Nov 2023 Cadan Murley exclusive: Harlequins’ ‘wake-up call’ and his conversation with England head coach Steve Borthwick Harlequins wing and England hopeful Cadan Murley speaks exclusively to James While about his club side's form and his international ambitions. England
Adam Kyriacou 23 Nov 2023 England hopeful back for Harlequins at Northampton while Luke Cowan-Dickie makes first Sale Sharks start Check on the team news for Friday's two Premiership games that sees Northampton Saints take on Harlequins and Sale Sharks face Bath. Premiership
Dylan Coetzee 23 Nov 2023 Brok Harris hits 400 senior games whilst Jamie Ritchie and Ellis Jenkins reach centuries The United Rugby Championship sees two games being played on Friday with Edinburgh hosting Benetton whilst the Stormers travel to Cardiff. United Rugby Championship
Dylan Coetzee 23 Nov 2023 England captain Owen Farrell opens up on what the future holds for him England skipper Owen Farrell is looking to continue playing at the highest level for as long as he can with hints at another Rugby World Cup. England
Colin Newboult 23 Nov 2023 Ian Foster fires warning to New Zealand Rugby over Super Rugby’s future Former All Blacks boss Ian Foster is concerned that the issues currently facing Super Rugby could hamper New Zealand later down the line. New Zealand