The Australian women's rugby team, the Wallaroos, has named a new head coach as they move towards becoming a full-time program, in preparation for the 2029 Women's Rugby World Cup.

Timothy Lafaele, a prominent rugby player for Japan at the 2019 Rugby World Cup, reflects on his identity and sense of belonging as a foreign-born player who has made his life and career in Japan and holds a Japanese passport.

Former Wallabies centre Izaia Perese has signed with the Queensland Reds, aiming to secure a spot in the upcoming Rugby World Cup squad.

The Springboks are poised to potentially achieve a Rugby World Cup three-peat, with the door open for Rassie Erasmus' side to surpass the All Blacks next year in Australia.

The Leeds Hunters rugby club is leading a bid to bring the biennial Bingham and Amanda Mark Cups, the LGBTQ+ Rugby World Cup, to the city of Leeds in June 2028.

Top players for England's Red Roses women's rugby team stand to earn £100,000 if they successfully defend their Women's Rugby World Cup title in Australia in 2029.

England flanker and two-time Rugby World Cup winner Marlie Packer will depart Saracens at the end of the season, concluding a nine-year tenure with the club.

For the first time in the tournament's history, the top-priced ticket for the 2027 Rugby World Cup final is projected to exceed £1,000. This marks a significant increase in the cost of premium seating for the event.

Argentina has officially entered the race to host the men’s Rugby World Cup in 2035, aiming to bring the prestigious international tournament to the country.

Former England rugby star and Rugby World Cup winner Mike Catt has been appointed as the senior assistant coach for the Fijian Drua men's team. He joins the team ahead of the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season.

Despite the Rugby World Cup being a year away, Ireland's first-half performance in a recent match in Auckland has sparked concerns among commentators.

A woman from Wicklow has been selected to captain the Ireland team at the upcoming Tag Rugby World Cup, which will be held in Australia.

ITV has finalized a deal to broadcast the 2027 men’s Rugby World Cup and all England men’s international matches until 2029, solidifying its position as a key rugby broadcaster.

Bernard Foley, known as 'The Iceman,' is reportedly being backed for a potential role in the upcoming Rugby World Cup, with the Waratahs actively pursuing his return.

A Springbok prop, Ntlabakanye, has been banned for doping and will consequently miss the upcoming Rugby World Cup.

Saracens rugby club has responded to what they call 'disrespectful' speculation linking Andy Farrell with a return to the club after the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

England Rugby World Cup winner Phil Vickery has announced his commitment to donate his brain for concussion research. This pledge aims to contribute to understanding the long-term effects of head injuries in sports.

Following Ireland's defeat to New Zealand, analysts are dissecting the team's shortcomings and discussing the direction of travel for the upcoming Rugby World Cup, highlighting too many mistakes and a gap with top teams.

The French U20 rugby team defeated New Zealand 26-22 in Tbilisi, avenging last year's loss at the same stage and securing a spot in the Junior World Championship final.

Gregor Townsend indicates that Scotland's preparations for upcoming Rugby World Cups, including next year's and the 2027 tournament in Australia, are potentially starting now.

England's Red Roses top stars could earn £100,000 if they successfully defend their Women's Rugby World Cup title in Australia in 2029.

Irish director Oisín Mistéil presented his documentary 'Try!' at Sheffield DocFest, describing it as a 'Trojan Horse' for a film about people and their abilities. The film follows four Irish teams on their journey to the Mixed Ability Rugby World Cup.

The most expensive ticket for the 2027 Rugby World Cup final has been announced to cost £1,035.

South Africa prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye has been banned for 18 months due to anti-doping rule violations, effectively ruling him out of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.