4+ hour, 9+ min ago  (239+ words) Goromaru's popularity after the 2015 World Cup was enormous, particularly in Japan. His commercial appeal briefly pushed him into rugby's highest-earning bracket as the sport's financial centre began slowly shifting eastwards. Also, everyone copied his kicking routine for about six months....

4+ hour, 35+ min ago  (116+ words) Murrayfield is steeped in tradition and has hosted rugby's biggest moments, securing its place as one of the'best rugby stadiums'in the world. Small but mighty, Stade Marcel Michelin offers one of rugby's most intense atmospheres. Fans clad in yellow make…...

14+ hour, 14+ min ago  (250+ words) South Africa's towering lock and one of the most feared forwards in world rugby, Eben Etzebeth earns a reported annual salary of around'R18 million (roughly "770, 000)'with the Sharks in the United Rugby Championship. This places him among the top-paid players…...

14+ hour, 14+ min ago  (530+ words) Siya Kolisi'is recognised worldwide as a Rugby World Cup-winning captain, but one of the defining moments of his life came long before international success and global fame. At the age of 23, Kolisi adopted his younger brother and sister following the…...

17+ hour, 1+ min ago  (479+ words) Marcus Smith has melted hearts on social media after posting a touching tribute to his model girlfriend as the couple celebrated six years together. " Save us to your'Google Favourites'for nonstop RUCK content! The England and Harlequins fly-half shared a loved-up…...

1+ day, 6+ hour ago  (184+ words) Didn't show up" " Five Leinster players who flopped in Champions Cup final defeat Ruck. co. uk Ratings: Planet Rugby 4 | Rugby Pass 4 | RUCK 3] Byrne produced a mixed opening before completely losing control of the contest as Bordeaux's pressure intensified. His intercepted…...

1+ day, 11+ hour ago  (121+ words) Even in retirement, the All Blacks legend remains one of rugby's biggest global icons. Widely regarded as the best rugby player in the world, Dupont's popularity exploded after Olympic Sevens success with France. As the inspirational captain of South Africa's…...

1+ day, 16+ hour ago  (106+ words) World Rugby make decision on chucking Georgia out of the 2027 Rugby World Cup Ruck. co. uk Pool C " Argentina, Fiji, Spain, Canada Pool C blends South American consistency with Pacific flair. Argentina enter as favourites, while Fiji's attacking threat makes…...

1+ day, 16+ hour ago  (419+ words) World Rugby has confirmed the full list of sanctions handed to Georgian players and staff involved in a major anti-doping scandal, as the governing body also made a decision on Georgia's Rugby World Cup future despite punishments ranging from nine…...

1+ day, 16+ hour ago  (128+ words) France headline Pool E after reaching the previous final, with Japan expected to challenge strongly for second place. Samoa and the United States provide physicality and athleticism, making this one of the more unpredictable groups. Pool F is defined by…...