In addition to being a tough lock, Bakkies Botha was known for his confrontational style and temper on the field.

Now, Woodward, who resigned from his job with England less than a year after winning the 2003 Rugby World Cup, has said Gatland must now go. While he praised him as being a "truly great coach" who ...

The loss not only leaves Gatland's future as head coach hanging by a thread but also saw Wales drop to 12th in the world rankings - below Georgia - as Welsh rugby reached a new nadir. With Ireland ...

England secure first win of 2025 Six Nations with thrilling win at Allianz Stadium - match report Converted Elliot Daly try in 80th minute snatches stunning bonus-point victory Fin Baxter try had ...

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Wales have fallen to an all-time low in the World Rugby rankings. Saturday’s Six Nations action has had a huge impact on the World Rugby rankings which will be officially updated on Monday. Wales ...

It has been confirmed whenabouts the draw for the 2027 Rugby World Cup will take place. Siya Kolisi has made an honest admission about his chances of leading the Springboks at the 2027 World Cup. Four ...

Men's Six Nations 2025: Fixtures, schedule, dates, Calcutta Cup and more as Ireland defend championship titles Ireland have won two Six Nations titles in a row, but missed out on historic ...

The 2023 Rugby World Cup begins on September 8 with France - New Zealand as the opening match and ends on October 28, the day of the final. See the competition's full schedule here. The 2023 Rugby ...

England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, France and Italy go head to head to be crowned kings of northern hemisphere rugby England have ... lowest ever position in the world rankings – 12th ...

France joined in 1910 to make it the Five Nations, were suspended in 1932, and subsequently readmitted in 1947 when the Five Nations resumed after the Second World War. The current Six Nations ...