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National teamsSouth Africa 74France 56Ireland 26Australia 23New Zealand 21Fiji 18England 17Scotland 17Wales 11Japan 9Argentina 3British & Irish Lions 2+8 more
CompetitionsNations Championship 74Rugby World Cup 2Premiership Rugby 2Top 14 2United Rugby Championship 1Champions Cup 1Super Rugby 1
TeamsStormers 3Sharks 3Leicester Tigers 3Chiefs 3Munster 2Bath 2Ospreys 1Bulls 1Gloucester 1Saracens 1Toulouse 1Hurricanes 1
PlacesSouth Africa 36France 26United Kingdom 22Ireland 16New Zealand 7Australia 6
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Maurice Brosnan: Rugby is just one of several sports grappling with jargon'One of the most complex invasion games on earth also draws a vast and casual viewership. In the…
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‘We basically killed our dreams’Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks may have blown their chances of reaching the inaugural Nations Championship final after…
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Frank Bunce’s verdict on the All Blacks centres and how they compare to standard-setting Springboks pairThe Jordie Barrett and Quinn Tupaea partnership has left the ex-All Blacks centre very impressed.
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France v Springboks winners and losers: Dupont otherworldly, Sacha a shadow of himselfWinners and losers from France's 21-19 victory over the Springboks.
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'There'd be nothing greater than for Fiji to host Ireland in Suva'Jake White is all-in as he eyes a brighter future for Fiji in international rugby.
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RNZ
Chiefs Manawa head coach Dwayne Sweeney stepping downThe Super Rugby Aupiki side are looking for a new coach, after a winless 2026 campaign.
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Why Rassie made front-row switchRassie Erasmus has explained why he made another late change to the Springbok front row ahead of Friday…
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France edge past South Africa after thriller in Nations ChampionshipFrance hold their nerve to beat South Africa by just two points, winning 21-19 at the Stade de…
2 sources · BBC Sport, Capital FM
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Dupont: Beating Boks a mental boostFrance captain Antoine Dupont says Friday night's 21-19 win against the Springboks was important to show that his…
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Baird: 'It wasn't frustrating. It was more than that, it was soul-sapping’Ireland’s Ryan Baird discusses the tough recovery from a broken leg, his curious nature and love of cooking.
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‘They took their opportunities,’ says Bok captain Kolisi after France lossThe Springboks went down to France for just the second time in their last 11 outings, after a…
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Match preview: Higher stakes mean no excuses for Ireland but Fiji bring dangerVisits from Fiji have never been treated with anything other than total respect but the competitive edge that…
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What Leo said will haunt me for the rest of my days: ‘We’ve been asked to join the ensemble’If my sons prefer musical theatre to rugby, I would have to be a serious dick to try…
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‘It wasn’t frustrating. It was more than that. It was soul-sapping’ — Ryan Baird on his nightmare injury and the pride of being back in greenIreland flanker spent 12 months out of international action after breaking his leg — and trying to play…
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Ireland v Fiji preview: Andy Farrell needs side to meet his ‘new standards’ and show a ruthless streak against struggling visitors
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‘We are not asking for special treatment’: Wallaroos captain blasts RA during pay disputeWallaroos captain Siokapesi Palu has criticised Rugby Australia over player pay and conditions. 2 sources · The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age
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‘You can change people’s lives’ — The making of World Cup-winning coach Jake White and his mission to transform Fiji
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Erasmus explains another last-minute change to Springboks' front rowRassie Erasmus made a late call to swap his starting and reserve front rows before confirming his teamsheet…
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Farrell's Ireland must maintain momentum against Flying FijiansAndy Farrell is sending out a strong Irish XV against Jake White’s side tonight.
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Hogan Stand
Former Irish rugby 7s captain enjoying her time back with TinahelyFormer Ireland Women's 7s rugby captain Lucy Mulhall Rock has enjoyed being back out on a Gaelic football…
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France clinch nail-biting win against Springboks: Five takeawaysReferee Andrea Piardi dished out four yellows and a 20-minute red card, but failed to reward scrum dominance…
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Scientists find blood biomarker that opens door to CTE diagnosis in living patientsCondition is prevalent in rugby and American football Scientists are optimistic of significant breakthrough Scientists have moved a…
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Rassie Erasmus: 'Believe me, it hurts to lose in this way'Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus was quick to shoulder the blame for his side's 21-19 loss to France…
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Les Kiss confdent latest Wallabies changes can unlock backline threatsWallabies head coach Les Kiss is trying to keep the emphasis on developing combinations amid the Wallabies' backline…
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'Soul-sapping' injury woe allowed Ryan Baird find himself outside rugbyRyan Baird's injury misfortune left him feeling alone and isolated but this feels like his time.
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'He's an absolute joke': Experts break down 'unique' Henry Pollock's ability to play in the pack AND on the wing - from his exceptional work rate and physicality to his endless 'bravado'England's impressive win over Australia last week was bad news for Steve Borthwick's detractors but also for those…
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CNA
South Africa's Nations Championship hopes over after France loss, Erasmus says
3 sources · CNA, The Star, The Straits Times
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Springboks lock Ruan Nortjé: ‘We can’t put the blame on that at all’Springboks lock Ruan Nortjé spoke to Planet Rugby after France's pulsating Nations Championship victory over South Africa.
- Japan Today France stuns world champion Springboks 21-19 in a Nations Championship thriller 2 sources · Japan Today, Le Monde in English
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BOK BLEUS : France resist Springboks’ second-half rearguard to win Paris thrillerFrance beat the Springboks 21-19 (halftime 21-7) in a pulsating Nations Championship clash at Stade de France on…
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