Rugby
Ulster and Munster battle to thrilling 26-26 draw in Irish rugby
Ulster mounted a second-half comeback to earn a thrilling 26-26 draw against Munster in the United Rugby Championship. The high-scoring Dublin derby showcased both teams' attacking prowess in a dramatic contest.
Jake White coaches Fiji toward Rugby World Cup
Former Springboks coach Jake White assumed leadership of Fiji's national rugby team, replacing previous coach Senirusi Seruvakula. White's appointment aims to prepare the Flying Fijians for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia.
Nigeria Rugby Leadership Pursues World Cup Hosting Vision
Nigeria's rugby administration outlined plans to host a Women's Rugby League World Cup. NRLA Vice-Chairman Ade Adebisi participated in elite international training programs. The vision reflected Nigeria's commitment to expanding rugby participation.
Rugby Club Terminates Player After Repeat Incident
Saracens rugby club terminated academy player Totoa Auvaa following an internal investigation into a separate incident from his previous involvement in a nightclub confrontation with England cricketers. The swift disciplinary action concluded following the club's review process.
NZ Rugby Blocks NRL's Chiefs Trademark Use
New Zealand Rugby pursued legal action to prevent the National Rugby League's Papua New Guinea team from using the Chiefs name, citing trademark rights in an ongoing High Court dispute.
Toulon Rugby Rebounds After Coaching Change
Toulon rugby club is recovering and resetting its competitive approach after a coaching change aimed at turning around recent performance issues. The move signals organizational efforts to restore consistency in French rugby.
Otago Faces Hawke's Bay in Rugby Playoff
The NPC rugby quarter-final featured Otago competing against Hawke's Bay at Forsyth Barr Stadium. New Zealand women's rugby also showcased championship matches concurrently.
All Blacks Squad Update for Sydney Test
New Zealand's All Blacks have ruled out four players from their Sydney test tour, while fan favorite Du'Plessis Kirifi has been included, with wing Leroy Carter the most serious injury casualty.
All Blacks Retain Bledisloe Cup After Dominant Display
New Zealand's rugby team showcased significant improvement following South African setbacks, executing masterful attacks to retain the Bledisloe Cup against Australia at Eden Park. The victory demonstrated the All Blacks' revival in rugby union supremacy.