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Steve Borthwick announces fresh England rugby contracts for five new players
Steve Borthwick has finalized his 25-man England rugby squad for the 2026-27 season, awarding first-time elite contracts to five players while removing several former regulars.
Ma’a Nonu delivers individual haka against the All Blacks
Rugby legend Ma'a Nonu performed a solo haka in honor of the All Blacks before his current side, the Sharks, faced a heavy 54-0 defeat in Durban.
Challenges facing Henry Pollock and Eddie Hearn in securing a £1m annual salary
Henry Pollock’s aspirations for a £1m annual salary in the Premiership face stiff obstacles due to rigid salary cap rules and complex 'excluded player' regulations.
Eddie Hearn Claims Henry Pollock Deserves £1m Yearly Salary at Northampton
Eddie Hearn argues that rugby star Henry Pollock should command a £1m annual salary as he seeks to renegotiate his current deal with Northampton.
Mia Venner and Flo Robinson secure first full-time England rugby contracts
Mia Venner and Flo Robinson have received their first full-time England rugby contracts as part of a 32-player squad for the 2026-27 season.
Joe Schmidt takes on consultancy role with Ulster
Former Ireland and Australia coach Joe Schmidt has joined Ulster as a coach development advisor to strengthen the provincial coaching pathway.
Leigh Halfpenny transitions into full-time coaching role at Cardiff
Former Wales star Leigh Halfpenny is set to join Cardiff as a full-time skills coach following his recent work with the national team.
Morgan insists Wales are narrowing the distance to elite rugby nations
Jac Morgan believes the Wales rugby team is showing progress and narrowing the competitive gap with top-tier nations despite recent tournament struggles.
Springboks dominate Wales in seven-try shutout in Durban
South Africa cruised to a comfortable win against a scoreless Wales side in Durban, securing a bonus-point victory in the Nations Championship.
Castres sign Hamish Watson to cover for injured Papali’i
Scottish flanker Hamish Watson has signed a one-year contract with Castres to replace the injured Dalton Papali'i.