Scotland legend John Jeffrey said he feels "hurt, bitter and betrayed" as the former flanker ended his bid to become chairman of World Rugby after failing to secure the support of his own union.

In an exciting friendly match at the Beltrametti Stadium in Piacenza, Italy secured a remarkable 24-8 victory over Japan as part of their preparations for the upcoming WXV tournament. The friendly ...

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Wales will start the season 11th in World Rugby's rankings, having dropped out of the top 10 for the first time since the standings were introduced after the 2-0 Test series defeat in Australia.

Murray Mexted has urged All Blacks boss Scott Robertson to make changes to his matchday squad ahead of Saturday's Bledisloe Cup Test in Sydney.

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There could be plenty of movement in the World Rugby rankings this weekend.