15 players, forwards and backs, a fly-half is a first-five and a scrum-half is a halfback depending on where in the world you are. Rugby positions can be confusing to say the least. ESPN has put ...

Branching out across platforms has been expected of journalists for some time, though I have never found it easy to picture myself as a commentator. Print deadlines have seemed easier to navigate than ...

World Rugby has today announced LIQUI MOLY as an Official Partner and the Official Motor Lubricants Partner of Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 and Women’s Rugby World Cup 2029, both to be hosted in ...

Ronan O'Gara and Brian O'Driscoll will both be on our TV screens during the Six Nations, with both men confirmed on ITV's ...

England Rugby has launched its new strategy for the next four years - Plan 2030: More than a Game - setting out a clear, ambitious and realistic plan to grow the game, enrich lives and ensure rugby ...

In two weeks time, Wales will play England in the opening game of the Six Nations. Head coach Steve Tandy named his squad this week but given the events of the past week, it barely raised any ...

Maro Itoje has been named captain of the squad, which comprises 20 forwards and 16 backs. The group will gather at the England Rugby Performance Centre, Pennyhill Park, on Tuesday 27 January for a day ...

ITV and PREM Rugby have agreed an extension to their long-standing free-to-air broadcast partnership, with a new two year deal. The deal means that ITV will continue to broadcast seven live matches ...

World Rugby has confirmed the eight stadiums for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. These range across seven cities, with Sydney the lone city with multiple venues, Stadium Australia and the ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

The England women's rugby team missed out on a private tour of Windsor Castle after their coach broke down - but still managed to squeeze in a reception with the Princess of Wales. Kate hosted the ...

A New Year brings with it the chance to change. Resolutions and goals will most probably be abandoned by mid-January, but some changes might last. Certainly, in the world of rugby, there's set to be ...