England’s Tuilagi to miss Six Nations kick-off
England will be without Manu Tuilagi for the start of the Six Nations after the powerful centre suffered a groin injury in Sale’s Premiership victory over Saracens.
Gatland: Dismantle Boks Bomb Squad
In his wishlist for 2024, Warren Gatland has called for a return to injury-enforced substitutions, noting how the Springboks used a forward-heavy bench to win the World Cup.
Wales lose World Cup star
Wales captain Jac Morgan is set to miss the 2024 Six Nations as he undergoes knee surgery, with Ospreys head coach Toby Booth stating a lengthy recovery period.
Eddie: Japan need more ‘ninjas’ like Kolbe
Head coach Eddie Jones has highlighted Bok pocket rocket Cheslin Kolbe as a “fantastic example” of the kind of player needed by Japan to be successful in the Test arena.
Schmidt in line for Wallabies job
Former Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt has been installed as the frontrunner to take over the Wallabies, with March 2024 set as the deadline to appoint Eddie Jones’ successor.
Jones reveals heart condition
International rugby’s record-appearance holder Alun Wyn Jones has revealed that he was diagnosed with a heart condition towards the end of his career.
Razor raids Crusaders for All Blacks coach
Head coach Scott Robertson has added the final piece of the puzzle to the All Blacks coaching staff for 2024, by recruiting a key member from the Crusaders backroom.
Cheika ‘in the hunt’ for Wallabies job
Rugby Australia chief executive Phil Waugh has left the door open for Michael Cheika to return as head coach of the Wallabies.
Wallabies skipper ‘hurt’ by ex-boss Eddie
Injured Australia captain Allan Alaalatoa has opened up about the emotional blow he suffered upon learning that former head coach Eddie Jones had signed with Japan.
Argentina legend replaces Cheika
Former Argentina flyhalf Felipe Contepomi was named to replace Michael Cheika as head coach of the World Cup semi-finalists.
