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New Zealand Rugby boss condemns ‘concerning trend’ after World Cup final TMO steps back

New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has come out strongly against the abuse of referees after another match official has decided to leave the international game following…

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WATCH: Breakout Rugby World Cup star scores bizarre Top 14 try following comical mix-up

France starlet Louis Bielle-Biarrey showed his try-scoring instincts while playing for his club side Bordeaux-Begles in the Top 14 at the weekend. UBB were taking…

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‘This cannot continue’ – Ex-All Blacks boss Steve Hansen blasts ‘time-consuming’ officiating as he calls for change

Rugby World Cup-winning coach Steve Hansen has reiterated his calls for change over how the sport uses the television match official. The former All Blacks…

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Phil Vickery and Gavin Henson join lawsuit against rugby’s governing bodies

England great Phil Vickery and former Wales star Gavin Henson are among two ex-players who have joined the concussion lawsuit against rugby’s governing bodies. In…

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Former Springboks head coach Jacques Nienaber already ‘stamping his mark’ on Leinster

Leinster flanker Scott Penny is already impressed by what he has seen from coach Jacques Nienaber since he joined the team. The 51-year-old arrived at…

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Sir Clive Woodward slams ‘unjust and personal’ attacks on Owen Farrell as England captain steps back from Test rugby

Rugby World Cup-winning coach Sir Clive Woodward has laid into Owen Farrell’s critics, who may have played a part in his decision to step back…

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‘It should leave people feeling cold’ – Owen Farrell decision a stark reminder of impact of social media abuse

The rugby community has come out in support of England captain Owen Farrell and described it as a “wake up call” for the sport. Following…

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All Blacks legend Kieran Read puts his boots on for one last time

Legendary All Blacks and Crusaders number eight Kieran Read is set to make a return to action when he makes an appearance in the Southland…

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Eben Etzebeth’s savage put-down on Siya Kolisi after Springboks captain’s move to Racing 92

Springboks lock Eben Etzebeth has jokingly disowned his international team-mate Siya Kolisi following the latter’s move to the Top 14. The South African greats were…

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Rugby World Cup winner scores on debut as Bulls and Lions run riot in the URC

Two-time Rugby World Cup winner Willie le Roux marked his return to South Africa with a try on debut for the Bulls as his side…

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