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Rugby evening headlines as World Rugby confirm five new laws and Shaun Edwards' son becomes elected councillor

The rugby news on the evening of Thursday May 12

Wales Online

Rugby World Cup host countries announced through to 2033 as boss calls for radical changes to tournament

The announcement marks a historic moment for the sport, with America set to host its first tournament

Wales Online

United States to host Rugby World Cup and pledges not to ‘do a Qatar’

The USA will stage its first ever men’s Rugby World Cup in 2031 while Australia have been confirmed as the host nation for the 2027 competition

The Guardian - UK

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Australia confirmed as host of the men's 2027 and women's 2029 Rugby World Cups

The 2027 men's and 2029 women's Rugby World Cup tournaments will both be held in Australia, World Rugby confirms.

ABC News

Australia set to target Eddie Jones for role at 2027 home World Cup

Australia are expected to be named as hosts of the 2027 Rugby World Cup and could target Eddie Jones to help their bid for success on home soil

The Guardian - UK

Wales' entry into new competition will change autumn internationals forever and come with threat of catastrophic relegation

The new international competition could be voted through this November

Wales Online

Rugby union set for defining week as sport’s bosses discuss huge new global competition

Rugby faces a defining week in Dublin as administrators look to set straight the longstanding issue of the global calendar.

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Today's rugby headlines as World Rugby slam 'despicable' tampering and former captain killed in crash

The latest rugby headlines and news bulletins from Wales and beyond

Wales Online

Path could be clear for Glasgow or Edinburgh to reach European Challenge Cup final - Martin Hannan

LOOKING ahead to this weekend’s fixtures in the European Challenge Cup, it is clear that Scotland’s two fully professional sides face daunting…

The National (Scotland)

Spain kicked out of 2023 Rugby World Cup after fielding ineligible player

After qualifying to feature in what would have been their second Rugby World Cup, Spain have been booted from the 2023 tournament for fielding an ineligible player in multiple matches

Daily Mirror

Spain kicked out of Rugby World Cup for second time and slapped with huge fine amid allegations over forged passport

Spain had been set to play at the World Cup for the first time since 1999

Wales Online

New investigation into allegations of plagiarism against concussion expert Paul McCrory

British Journal of Sports Medicine says it is investigating a body of work published by McCrory, its former editor-in-chief

The Guardian - AU

The numbers that show Super Rugby Pacific players are no longer getting the message about high tackles

With the heightened awareness of concussion in rugby, it seems astounding to think players would put themselves at risk of red cards and suspension by tackling opposition players high, writes Brett McKay.

ABC News

Cardiff sign international giant who made rugby history from Toulon

Second row Lopeti Timani has played Tests for both Australia and Tonga

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Rugby evening headlines as Faletau challenge welcomed and players get brain MOTs

The latest rugby news stories from Wales and the wider world today

Wales Online

Today's rugby headlines as ex-Wales boss wants radical new law and Sir Graham Henry gets World Cup job

The latest rugby headlines and news bulletins from Wales and beyond

The Guardian - US

Joe Biden supports US Rugby World Cup bid in letter to Bill Beaumont

President says US can deliver ‘most successful’ rugby events in history, for men in 2031 and women in 2033, with decision in May

Daily Mirror

Israel Folau could play against Australia for Tonga after being sacked by Wallabies

A reunion of epic proportions could take place in 2023, where Israel Folau may have the chance to represent Tonga in a World Cup year against Australia, who sacked him for sharing homophobic remarks

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The Guardian - UK

Guy Porter’s three-week ban highlights uncertainty over ‘foul play’ in rugby

Uncertainty across Europe about the precise definition of foul play shows no sign of easing after the decision to give Leicester’s Guy Porter a three-week ban for an off-the-ball collision

The Independent UK

World Rugby’s 20-minute red card plans could lead to increase in aggression, warns former referee

World Rugby are considering plans which would see teams bring on a substitute 20 minutes after being shown a red card

Wales Online

Today's rugby headlines as President Joe Biden backs World Cup pledge in game-changing move

The latest rugby news from Wales and around the world

Wales Online

Rugby evening headlines as World Rugby calls for expansion of radical red card law trial and star slapped with 11-week ban

We could soon see red-carded players replaced after 20 minutes as part of a global trial

The Guardian - UK

Bristol’s Pat Lam in favour of rugby introducing 20-minute red cards

World Rugby is considering a global trial for the proposal which would mean a sent-off player could be replaced by a substitute after 20 minutes

Irish Mirror

World Rugby to consider introducing 20-minute red card in light of Charlie Ewels sending off during England v Ireland

England lock Charlie Ewels was sent off after 82 seconds against Ireland in the Guinness Six Nations last month

The Independent UK

Rugby bosses to consider bringing in 20-minute red card in global trial

England lock Charlie Ewels was sent off after 82 seconds against Ireland in the Guinness Six Nations

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