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England'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.
Springboks' 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.
Why 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
Leinster 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.
Ireland'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.
France 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.
Irish ‘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
'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.
France 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.
Odds 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.
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.
Imitation 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.