WORLD-RUGBY

Rassie Erasmus

So Lekka: Rassie Erasmus reacts to World Rugby's Bomb Squad statement

World Rugby's statement about the controversial Bomb Squad has brought a smile to Springbok boss Rassie Erasmus' face.

Springboks

World Rugby backs 'Bomb Squad' tactic: No medical grounds for ban

World Rugby has confirmed it will not ban the 7-1 bench split despite it facing criticism, citing a lack of medical evidence linking it to increased injuries.

Zintle Mpupha

Bok Women Sevens set their sights on HSBC Sevens qualification in Poland

The Springbok Women's Sevens team touched down in Poland determined to keep their momentum from the opening two legs of the World Rugby HSBC Sevens Challenger Series in Cape Town last month.

Richie Mo'Unga

All Blacks superstar Richie Mo'unga staying put in Japan

Despite Richie Mo'unga opting to see out his contract in Japan, All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson remains hopeful that he will return to New Zealand ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

France

How the final round of the Six Nations influenced the World Rugby rankings

France are the 2025 Six Nations champions after defeating Scotland in round five. Here's how the weekend's results impacted the World Rugby rankings.

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Brett Robinson elected as new World Rugby Chair

Brett Robinson of Australia has been elected as the new Chair of World Rugby, following two rounds of voting at the 2024 Interim meeting of Council in Dublin, Ireland.