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Wallaroos look for World Cup edge in USA rugby clash

Drawn at the 2025 Rugby World Cup, the Wallaroos are looking to build confidence with a win over the USA, who have global star Ilona Maher in their line-up.

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England play down World Cup fears as Kildunne ruled out of France decider

England remain confident Ellie Kildunne will be fit for this summer’s Rugby World Cup buildup after she was ruled out of Saturday’s grand slam decider due to a hamstring injury

The Guardian - UK

Wallabies star commits through to next Rugby World Cup

Rugby Australia have locked in Len Ikitau for the 2027 World Cup, with the Brumbies centre signing a deal that includes a UK sabbatical.

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All Blacks star Rieko Ioane shockingly signs for Leinster despite Johnny Sexton feud

Rieko Ioane and Johnny Sexton clashed after the 2023 Rugby World Cup quarter-final between New Zealand and Ireland but that hasn’t stopped the All Blacks centre joining the club where Sexton is a legend

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cups aren’t adding up for major unions and there is no easy fix

South Africa no longer see hosting as viable and World Rugby is under pressure to deliver for its members

The Guardian - UK

France allowed 'major failures' in finances of 2023 Rugby World Cup, watchdog says

"Major failures" in the French government's oversight of the 2023 Rugby World Cup led to heavy financial losses and left the French Rugby Federation in difficulty, the state's financial watchdog said on Tuesday.

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Wallabies lock Philip returning home, joins Waratahs

After another stint off-shore, Wallabies lock Matt Philip is returning to Australia through to the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

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Spain could include Camp Nou final in bid to host 2035 Rugby World Cup

Spain could include the Camp Nou and Bernabéu in a potential bid for the 2035 Rugby World Cup

The Guardian - UK

Ruby Tui: ‘I was trying to grow women’s rugby – I had no idea the effect my story would have’

The Rugby World Cup winner tells Donald McRae about her journey from a traumatic childhood haunted by domestic violence and alcoholism to being a Black Ferns superstar

The Guardian - UK

Ireland lock down Tadhg Beirne and Garry Ringrose to new contracts

Beirne’s two-year deal runs until the 2027 Rugby World Cup while Ringrose’s new terms run until the end of the 2027-28 season.

The Independent UK

Brumbies disappointed by Canberra Rugby World Cup snub

Rugby union legends have questioned why Canberra has been overlooked as a Rugby World Cup host, with the capital's aging stadium blamed for the snub.

AAP

Sydney’s Olympic Stadium to host 2027 Rugby World Cup final

Organisers confirmed the seven Australian cities which will host the 24-team competition.

The Independent UK

Sydney set to host 2027 Rugby World Cup final

Sydney has scored hosting rights for the 2027 Rugby World Cup final as Melbourne was unveiled as a tournament host.

AAP

Sydney to host 2027 Rugby World Cup final as Melbourne settles for last-16 games

The eyes of the rugby world will again fall on Sydney, 24 years after the Wallabies’ heartbreaking defeat to England at the city’s Olympic Stadium

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Ilona Maher: Bristol Bears stint can help me ‘fit seamlessly’ into USA team

Ilona Maher said the measure of success with Bristol for her would be if she has ‘caught up’ with the USA 15s team for this year’s Rugby World Cup

The Guardian - UK

Manchester United, Ryder Cup and Lions tour: 12 sport storylines for 2025

Everton’s new stadium, Women’s Rugby World Cup and potentially close Ashes series – the new year has much to offer

The Independent UK

Ellie Kildunne believes impact of home Rugby World Cup lies ‘beyond imagination’

The 25-year-old was crowned World Rugby women’s 15s player of the year earlier this month.

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Wallaroos to play seven Tests to prepare for World Cup

After claiming their first ever silverware in 2024, the Wallaroos will look to build on their success heading into the Women's Rugby World Cup next year.

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Irish Face All Blacks In Rematch Of World Cup Thriller

Ireland meet New Zealand on Friday at Lansdowne Road in a rematch of last year's epic Rugby World Cup quarter-final which dashed Irish dreams of lifting the trophy.

The Independent UK

England face USA in 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup opener

The Red Roses are aiming for glory on home soil.

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Wallaroos avoid England in Rugby World Cup opener

The Wallaroos will take on Samoa in their opening match of next year's Women's Rugby World Cup, building up to a crunch clash with heavyweight hosts England.

Newcastle Herald

Jerry Schwartz hopes to replicate State of Origin success in the vineyards

Jerry Schwartz throws support behind Rugby World Cup bid.

Newcastle Herald

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The Guardian - UK

‘Not sure I’ll ever fully heal’: Natasha Hunt seeks Rugby World Cup redemption

The scrum-half was devastated to not be selected in 2022, but says the experience made her a better player

The Independent UK

British Army veteran Jaco van Gass hopes to deliver more Paralympic success

The former soldier cheered on his native South Africa against England during last year’s Rugby World Cup in France.

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