Rugby Australia says hosting World Cups will 'save the game'
Hosting the men's Rugby World Cup in 2027 and the women's tournament in 2029 will be a lifeline for the game in Australia, the country's cash-strapped governing body said on Friday.
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Sharks ring changes up front for Currie Cup trip to Bloemfontein
The Sharks, fresh off a 20-10 home Currie Cup loss to the Pumas, face a stern challenge against the unbeaten Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
WRAP | Super Rugby Pacific - Round 13
A WRAP of the weekend's matches in Round 13 of Super Rugby Pacific:
Australia dangles sabbatical carrot in front of Tupou
MELBOURNE : Australia are willing to give Taniela Tupou a year-long sabbatical in Japan as part of a new contract to keep the star prop playing on home soil, coach Dave Rennie said on Friday.
'It's really cool' - Aussie Winfield-Hill's England aim
The sporting rivalry between England and Australia is one which runs deep, particularly when it comes to cricket and rugby league.
Australia savours rare winning feeling as future World Cup hosts
MELBOURNE : Australian rugby has had few wins to celebrate in recent years but on Friday rejoiced in a big one after being confirmed host of the 2027 World Cup and the 2029 women's tournament.
World Rugby makes 5 new laws permanent
World Rugby has announced that five law trials that have been in effect for the past year will be made permanent from 1 July.
Huddersfield hoping to retain Ricky Leutele for 2023
Huddersfield head coach Ian Watson is hoping to retain centre Ricky Leutele for the 2023 season.