Alex Spink 19 Jun 2026 Duhan van der Merwe’s vow to Gregor Townsend as Scotland star reveals how he ‘turned the corner’ Exclusive: Planet Rugby's Alex Spink sat down with Duhan van der Merwe ahead of the Barbarians' clash against the Springboks. Scotland
Jared Wright 19 Jun 2026 World Rugby announce ‘significant’ rankings change to ‘reflect an evolving competition landscape’ World Rugby have announced a significant update to how teams will earn world rankings points. Internationals
Adam Kyriacou 16 Jun 2026 Nations Championship Trophy revealed ahead of tournament that is ‘catalyst of growth’ for the sport The Nations Championship Trophy, the silverware that the 12 strongest nations in international rugby union will compete to win, has been revealed. Internationals
Louis Chapman Coombe 09 Jun 2026 Scotland squad: Gregor Townsend names uncapped duo as British and Irish Lions miss out Scotland have named their initial 36-man squad for the summer tour. Scotland
Jared Wright 04 Jun 2026 World Rugby confirm match officials for July’s Nations Championship matches: Ben O’Keeffe and Nic Berry get two Tests World Rugby has confirmed the match official appointments for the 2026 Nations Championship in the southern hemisphere this July. Internationals
Jack Tunney 03 Jun 2026 Record international try-scorer comes to Great Britain’s aid in SVNS decider Scotland’s record try scorer, Darcy Graham, has been called into Great Britain Sevens ahead of this weekend's SVNS World Championship in Bordeaux. World Rugby Sevens Series
David Skippers 18 May 2026 ‘His energy was incredible’ – Tributes pour in as former Scotland and British & Irish Lions star passes away Former Scotland and British & Irish Lions centre Scott Hastings has passed away at the age of 61. Scotland
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
Louis Chapman Coombe 10 May 2026 Six Nations results: Red Roses and France set up ‘mouth-watering’ Grand Slam decider after ‘thumping’ wins Another excellent weekend in the Women's Six Nations! Six Nations
Alex Spink 30 Apr 2026 Finn Russell likened to two Springboks legends ahead of Champions Cup showdown as Bath great hails ‘rare ability’ Bath director of rugby Johann van Graan has likened Finn Russell to two Springboks legends. Bath
James While 28 Apr 2026 The Springbok export: A decade of South African-born Test rugby players and the biggest single beneficiary The Springboks have fielded 100 per cent homegrown rosters, while the ecosystem has quietly produced over 30 Test careers for rival nations. South Africa
Jack Tunney 27 Apr 2026 England legend claims ‘a lot can change’ in a year, naming ‘brilliant’ Scottish star as huge Lions prospect The inaugural women's British and Irish Lions Tour is over a year away, but that won't stop rugby fans from getting excited already. News
Louis Chapman Coombe 26 Apr 2026 Six Nations results: ‘Red-hot’ Red Roses continue perfect start as France ‘keep the pace’ with latest win The Red Roses and France continued their perfect start to the Six Nations in round three. Six Nations
Louis Chapman Coombe 24 Apr 2026 Women’s Six Nations round three: Predictions, teams, kick-off times, how to watch and referee appointments All the information you need ahead of round three of the Women's Six Nations! Six Nations
Liam Heagney 24 Apr 2026 Sione Tuipulotu explains what Scotland must do ‘to get over the hump’, the ‘rugby game that hurt the most’ and the Gregor Townsend call that left him ‘nervous’ Sione Tuipulotu has highlighted the main thing that Scotland must fix before their Rugby World Cup 2027 campaign in Australia. Scotland
Colin Newboult 22 Apr 2026 ‘Aggressive’ northern hemisphere harming New Zealand as Hurricanes boss compares latest ‘Kilted Kiwi’ to Hoskins Sotutu Another 'Kilted Kiwi' could be representing Scotland next year after moving from Super Rugby powerhouses the Hurricanes. New Zealand
Jack Tunney 19 Apr 2026 Six Nations results: Ellie Kildunne ‘experiment’ pays off while Wales struggle at home Round two of the Women's Six Nations is complete, as England take another step towards a record eighth straight championship win. Six Nations
Louis Chapman Coombe 17 Apr 2026 Henry Pollock plays ‘matchmaker’ as Eddie Hearn doubles down on rugby investment with Finn Russell signing Eddie Hearn has added another Lions star to his books! Bath
Louis Chapman Coombe 17 Apr 2026 Women’s Six Nations round two: Predictions, teams, kick-off times, how to watch and referee appointments All the information you need ahead of round two of the Women's Six Nations. Six Nations
Louis Chapman Coombe 17 Apr 2026 Red Roses team: John Mitchell’s side ‘adapt’ to World Cup-winning trio’s injury blow as changes made for Scotland The Red Roses have made several changes to their squad to face Scotland this weekend, as injuries pile up. England
Jared Wright 08 Apr 2026 Gregor Townsend’s role in ‘obsessive’ Sergio Parisse’s Italy return Sergio Parisse reveals Gregor Townsend's role in him deciding to make the step up to international coaching. Italy
Jared Wright 01 Apr 2026 Mike Blair: The ‘fortunate’ luxury the All Blacks have that’s different from coaching in Scotland Mike Blair is eager to get stuck into his new gig as the All Blacks attack coach. New Zealand
Adam Kyriacou 31 Mar 2026 First Rugby World Cup warm-up match confirmed as Wallabies reveal fixture just nine days before kick-off Ireland will face the Wallabies in Canberra just nine days before the 2027 Rugby World Cup kicks off after the fixture was announced by Rugby Australia. Australia
Danny Stephens 26 Mar 2026 Loose Pass: The far too soon post-World Cup coach ‘merry-go-round’ debate as global cross-pollination continues Loose Pass is here to delve into the major talking points in the sport. Loose Pass
Jared Wright 26 Mar 2026 When Springboks tickets go on sale as prices for England, Scotland and Wales are revealed SA Rugby have confirmed the starting prices for the Springboks home Tests against England, Scotland, Wales. England
Colin Newboult 26 Mar 2026 World Rugby’s massive Nations Championship deal under threat amid Iran war The Nations Championship begins in July but no title sponsor has been confirmed. Internationals
James While 23 Mar 2026 Picking a British and Irish Lions side for 2029 Test series against All Blacks based on Six Nations form Following the conclusion of the 2026 Six Nations, James While has decided to pick his British and Irish Lions team for the 2029 tour to New Zealand. British and Irish Lions
James While 23 Mar 2026 Ranked: Six Nations teams as kicking is up in 2026 with England’s making ‘striking retreat’ Kicking has become the dominant attacking weapon in the modern game, and the reason is not aesthetics, not conservatism, and not accident. Six Nations
David Skippers 21 Mar 2026 Rating every Scotland player from the 2026 Six Nations: Plenty of positives as Finn Russell, Kyle Steyn and ‘much improved’ forwards shine Our player ratings for each of Scotland's players who were in action during their recent Six Nations campaign. Scotland
Louis Chapman Coombe 20 Mar 2026 Six Nations Player of the Championship nominees revealed as two former winners included in four-man shortlist The four-man shortlist was selected following a public vote. Six Nations
