6+ hour, 54+ min ago  (265+ words) by Frank Nickson" Friday 19 June 2026 Bristol Bears Women have confirmed the signing of England star Ellie Kildunne ahead of the 2026/27 season. The 26-year-old started her career with Gloucester-Hartpury in 2017 before making a switch to Wasps in 2020. She joined Harlequins in…...

2+ day, 15+ hour ago  (413+ words) by Frank Nickson" Wednesday 17 June 2026 The Nations Championship Trophy has been unveiled ahead of the inaugural international rugby tournament, which will bring together 12 leading teams in a new Northern Hemisphere versus Southern Hemisphere format beginning on July 4. The newly unveiled…...

4+ day, 9+ hour ago  (394+ words) by Matthew Wood" Monday 15 June 2026 Western Force have confirmed that utility back Boston Fakafanua has signed a new two-year deal with the club. The 20-year-old becomes the latest player to recommit after an encouraging finish to the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific…...

6+ day, 12+ hour ago  (563+ words) by Frank Nickson" Saturday 13 June 2026 Northampton Saints 45-31 Leicester Tigers, cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens Northampton Saints reached a major final for the third season in a row after beating East Midlands rivals Leicester Tigers 45-31 in a thrilling Gallagher PREM play-off…...

6+ day, 11+ hour ago  (398+ words) by Matthew Wood" Saturday 13 June 2026 Hurricanes 57-21 Blues, Hnry Stadium The Hurricanes booked their place in the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific Grand Final with a commanding 57-21 win over the Blues at Hnry Stadium. The result sends the Hurricanes into the decider against…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (327+ words) by The TRU Team" Thursday 11 June 2026 It is also the reason why the decision sounds so modern. Modern national coaches are thinking in blocks and not about one individual emotional gesture at a time. The month of July carries more…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (424+ words) by The TRU Team" Wednesday 10 June 2026 Harlequins Women have confirmed the signing of England back-row Marlie Packer from Saracens ahead of the 2026/27 season. The move brings one of the most decorated players in women's rugby to South West London as…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (413+ words) by Frank Nickson" Wednesday 10 June 2026 Worcester Warriors have confirmed the signing of experienced forward Tom Savage ahead of the 2026/27 season. Savage will return to the UK after seven years playing overseas in Japan and New Zealand. Worcester Warriors Sign Tom…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (445+ words) by Matthew Wood" Wednesday 10 June 2026 The Blues have made several changes to their starting side for Saturday night's Super Rugby Pacific semi-final against the Hurricanes in Wellington. Beauden Barrett returns at fullback as Vern Cotter's side prepare for a difficult…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (274+ words) by Frank Nickson" Monday 8 June 2026 Worcester Warriors have confirmed the signing of four young players, with Monty Oliver, Zach Armstrong, Lochie Glackin and Jack Hopson joining the club ahead of next season. The arrivals underline the Warriors" focus on developing…...