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England to face USA in 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup opener

Hosts England will face USA in the Women's Rugby World Cup opener at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light in August 2025.

How army breathing technique has enhanced Smith's goal kicking

England's Marcus Smith has revealed how an army breathing technique has enhanced his goal-kicking and taken away his "anger" off the tee.

Rugby and cricket among sports dropped from 2026 Commonwealth Games

Rugby and cricket are amongst the sports that have been axed from a scaled-down version of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Non-contact rugby to be introduced in schools by RFU

The Rugby Football Union plans to introduce non-contact rugby to schools in England to ensure the sport remains "fit for the 21st century".

Lake captain, two uncapped players in Wales' Autumn Nations Series squad

Wales boss Warren Gatland has named two uncapped players in a 35-strong squad for the Autumn Nations Series with Dewi Lake retaining the captaincy.

Pollard stars as Leicester fight back to edge past Gloucester

Handre Pollard scored 14 points as Leicester overturned a 19-8 half-time deficit to claim a 29-26 win against Gloucester in a thrilling Gallagher Premiership encounter.

Lozowski's last-gasp penalty sees Saracens edge Bristol thriller

Alex Lozowski booted a penalty with the game's final kick as Saracens claimed a thrilling 37-35 Gallagher Premiership victory over Bristol at Ashton Gate.

Twenty-minute red cards to be trialled in Autumn Nations Series

Twenty-minute red cards will be trialled in the 2024 Autumn Nations Series.

Northampton thrash Sale as Newcastle claim first win in over a year

Northampton bounced back from their derby disappointment in style as they trounced Sale while Newcastle earned their first Premiership victory in over a year.

Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 draw: England to meet Australia, USA and Samoa

Hosts England have been drawn with Australia, USA and Samoa for the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup.

Borthwick denies unstable working environment in England set-up

Steve Borthwick denies England have been disrupted by the upheaval to his coaching team ahead of a strenuous autumn that opens against New Zealand on November 2.

Mitchell, Ford, Dingwall miss out injured while Curry makes England squad

Alex Mitchell, George Ford and Fraser Dingwall have all failed to make England's squad for the autumn internationals due to injury.

Wigglesworth promoted to Borthwick's England No 2

England attack coach Richard Wigglesworth has been promoted to be Steve Borthwick's assistant head coach for the upcoming Autumn Internationals.

Red Roses overpower Canada to retain WXV1 title

England overpowered Canada 21-12 to retain their title in Sunday's WXV1 decider in Vancouver.

Harlequins finally beat Saracens to end rivals' unbeaten start

Harlequins ended Saracens' 100 per cent record in this season's Gallagher Premiership by defeating their London rivals 17-10.

Leicester earn statement win over holders Northampton

Leicester made it three wins from four under Michael Cheika as they beat rivals and defending champions Northampton 24-8 on Saturday. 

Wasps, London Irish, Worcester apply for Championship places

Wasps, London Irish and Worcester have each applied for a place in next season's expanded Championship ahead of Sunday's deadline.