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Watch VideoEngland's Maro Itoje to captain British and Irish Lions rugby team in Australia

Maro Itoje, the newly appointed England captain, will lead the British and Irish Lions on their highly anticipated 2025 tour of Australia, aiming to reclaim glory after their last series win in 2013.

Sport Rugby
AFP|Published

Watch VideoSpringboks' bomb squad and World Rugby's admission: Impact, longevity go hand in hand

Discover how World Rugby's recent admission about the Springboks' bomb squad strategy could reshape rugby strategies worldwide.

Sport Rugby
John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoWhy France poses a greater threat to the Springboks than Ireland

When the Springboks embark on their year-end tour to Europe, they will face a formidable challenge from France, the newly crowned Six Nations champions, rather than Ireland, whose recent successes may be overstated

Sport Rugby Springboks
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoLeinster faces Bulls without key Irish internationals at Loftus Versfeld

The unbeaten Irish powerhouse will be without their stars, but will look to maintain their dominance in the URC with another away win.

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoIreland's Simon Easterby laments 'disappointing' Fabien Galthie comments after Antoine Dupont injury

A heated war of words has erupted between Irish and French rugby camps after France coach Fabien Galthie accused Ireland players of foul play in Antoine Dupont's devastating knee injury.

Sport Rugby International
AFP|Published

Watch VideoFrance vs Springboks: The battle of the 7-1 'bomb squad' benches could be a nuclear affair

France's quarter-final defeat to the Springboks sparked controversy and tactical evolution, setting the stage for an electrifying rematch in November.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoIrish ‘dark arts’ robs Springboks of potential revenge meeting with Antoine Dupont

Tadgh Beirne's actions at a ruck injured Antoine Dupont's knee and he is likely to miss the Test against the Springboks in November

Sport Opinion
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch Video'New challenge' for Antoine Dupont after announcing torn knee ligaments

France captain Antoine Dupont faces months on the sidelines after confirming he tore knee ligaments during their crucial Six Nations victory over Ireland. The injury to the world's best scrum-half could impact France's title hopes.

Sport Rugby International
AFP|Published

Watch VideoFrance lose Dupont but Six Nations title on the cards after thrashing Ireland

France's commanding 42-27 victory over Ireland has put them on the brink of Six Nations glory, but their triumph was overshadowed by a potentially serious injury to captain Antoine Dupont.

Sport Rugby International
AFP|Published

Watch VideoOdds on Mike: this weekend’s rugby winners

IOL rugby writer Mike Greenaway casts his eye over the United Rugby Championship and the Six Nations, and predicts the weekend's winners.

Sport Rugby URC
Mike Greenaway|Published

Legendary Irish trio to retire at end of Six Nations

Three Irish rugby stalwarts - record holder Cian Healy, captain Peter O'Mahony and centurion Conor Murray - have announced their international retirement following the current Six Nations campaign.

Sport Rugby International
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Watch VideoImitation is the best form of flattery: Six Nations teams now embracing Springboks' 'bomb squad' tactic

How is Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus' 'bomb squad' changing the game in the Six Nations.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published