IRFU opt against Aviva alcohol ban for Six Nations The IRFU has opted against imposing restrictions on supporters buying alcohol during games ahead of this year's Six Nations after a survey found that almost … Rugby • 16 Jan
Sexton 'looking lively' on return to Leinster training Johnny Sexton took part in Leinster training on Monday as he stepped up his comeback following facial surgery. Rugby • 16 Jan
Gatland's Wales backroom team takes shape Jonathan Humphreys and Neil Jenkins will remain part of Warren Gatland's coaching team as the new Wales boss selects his backroom staff ahead of the … Rugby • 29 Dec 22
All Blacks out-half Mo'unga heading for Japan New Zealand out-half Richie Mo'unga will join Toshiba Brave Lupus from Super Rugby side Canterbury Crusaders following the 2023 season. Rugby • 27 Dec 22
World Rugby calls for shot clock to help speed up rugby World Rugby will encourage elite competitions to have a shot clock for penalties and conversions from 1 January, with sanctions to be issued for time-wasting … Rugby • 22 Dec 22
Jones sacked as England head coach Eddie Jones has been sacked as England head coach less than a year out from the Rugby World Cup. Rugby • 06 Dec 22
Gatland eyes up Six Nations opener against Ireland Former Ireland boss Warren Gatland is relishing the prospect of a "fantastic" Guinness Six Nations return as Wales coach against Andy Farrell's world number one … Rugby • 06 Dec 22
Springboks wing Nkosi found safe and sound South Africa's Rugby World Cup-winning wing Sbu Nkosi has been found safe and sound after being reported missing, the Vodacom Bulls confirmed. Rugby • 05 Dec 22
Gatland returns as Wales head coach in place of Pivac Wales have reappointed Warren Gatland as head coach after parting ways with Wayne Pivac. Rugby • 05 Dec 22
'Discrepancies' meant White wrongly played on after HIA World Rugby has concluded "discrepancies around process and communication" led to Nic White wrongly being allowed to continue playing after suffering a head injury during … Rugby • 29 Nov 22
World Rugby considering timers to speed up games World Rugby is considering introducing a countdown timer on scrums, line-outs and kicks at goal to increase the speed of the game, according to the … Rugby • 28 Nov 22
Gatland in running to replace Pivac as Wales coach Warren Gatland is a candidate to coach Wales in next year's Six Nations Championship and World Cup if Welsh rugby chiefs decide that Wayne Pivac … Rugby • 27 Nov 22
England booed off as South Africa ease to win England collapsed to their first defeat by South Africa at Twickenham for eight years as an autumn of crushing disappointment concluded with a 27-13 rout. Rugby • 26 Nov 22
Wales boss Pivac admits 'heat is on' after Aussie loss Wayne Pivac says he wants to stay as Wales head coach, despite another damaging defeat that will inevitably intensify speculation about his future. Rugby • 29 Nov 22
Last-gasp try earns Wallabies win over Wales Wayne Pivac's future as Wales head coach was left hanging by a thread after Australia staged a stunning fightback to win an Autumn Nations Series … Rugby • 26 Nov 22
Rennie hopeful injured Tupou will be fit for World Cup Australia prop Taniela Tupou has been ruled out for at least seven months with a ruptured Achilles tendon but head coach Dave Rennie said he … Rugby • 25 Nov 22
Easterby's defence a key element for Ireland - Jackman Ireland's ability to grind out wins is a crucial takeaway from this month's Autumn Nations Series according to Bernard Jackman and Mick Kearney. Rugby • 23 Nov 22
Predicting Ireland's Six Nations starting XV The dust has only settled on Ireland's autumn campaign but thoughts are already turning to next year's Six Nations and what Andy Farrell's starting side … Rugby • 22 Nov 22
Why was unsteady White even sent for a HIA? Jonny Holland questions the decision-making around Nic White's HIA when World Rugby guidelines state any imbalance or dazed nature warrant permanent and immediate removal from … Rugby • 22 Nov 22
Autumn Nations Series team of the week It was a mixed bag of matches in round three of the Autumn Nations Series, with players from seven countries represented including Ireland and Georgia. Rugby • 21 Nov 22
Ryan hails 'unbelievable bottle' of late Byrne penalty James Ryan says he never doubted his out-half Ross Byrne would make their game-winning penalty in Saturday's 13-10 victory against Australia. Rugby • 21 Nov 22
Target on Ireland grows bigger after November sweep Andy Farrell is happy for his number-one ranked side to have a target on their back as they build towards a World Cup year on … Rugby • 21 Nov 22
Crowley's Ireland inception 'refreshing' for O'Mahony Peter O'Mahony says it is refreshing to see "hugely ambitious" Jack Crowley's fearless approach to international rugby. Rugby • 20 Nov 22
Farrell relieved after 'dogfight' against the Wallabies Andy Farrell says Ireland have a lot more to prove in 2023, after they edged past Australia at the Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 20 Nov 22
Ireland player ratings: Doris and Van der Flier deliver Here is how we rated the Ireland performances in their scrappy victory over Australia at the Aviva Stadium. Rugby • 19 Nov 22
