Former England centre Joseph retires at 34
Former England centre Jonathan Joseph has retired from professional rugby at the age of 34, after sustaining an injury in December that left him unable to run.
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All Blacks coach welcomes reinforcements for Australia test at Eden Park
New Zealand coach Scott Robertson has welcomed back key players for a potentially decisive Rugby Championship test against Australia but admits his staff are still getting to grips with their dramatic collapse against South Africa.
Live Ironman Wales updates as thousands of athletes take over Tenby
Thousands of athletes are taking over a Welsh seaside town for a gruelling sports event. Endurance race Ironman Wales is returning to Tenby, Pembrokeshire, on Sunday, September 20.
Australia suffer Bledisloe Cup blow as Valetini ruled out of opener
Rob Valetini has been ruled out of Australia's test against New Zealand at Eden Park due to a calf issue, the team said on Saturday.
'Gutted' Black Ferns coach Bunting credits Canadian accuracy for World Cup exit
New Zealand coach Allan Bunting credited Canada's accuracy and the indiscipline of the back-to-back defending champion Black Ferns for their shock semi-final exit from the Women's Rugby World Cup in Bristol on Friday.
No stress: Canada win mental battle to beat New Zealand
BRISTOL, England : Canada lost their first 17 matches against New Zealand, but a psychological switch had flicked by the time they faced each other in the World Cup semi-final on Friday and they were mentally ready to do the business.
Dominant Canadians reach Women's Rugby World Cup final after beating New Zealand
Canada continued its magical run at the Women's Rugby World Cup after defeating defending champion New Zealand 34-19, advancing to the final Friday afternoon in Bristol, England.
France make four changes for semi-final against England
France have drafted the inexperienced Hina Ikahehegi into their second row to replace suspended captain Manae Feleu for Saturday's Women’s Rugby World Cup semi-final against England in Bristol.