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Japanese club’s lucrative offer wins the race for World Cup-winning Springbok’s signature
Jared Wright 16 Dec 2023

Japanese club’s lucrative offer wins the race for World Cup-winning Springbok’s signature

Planet Rugby understands that Jasper Wiese will be heading to Japan after confirming his departure from Leicester.

South Africa
Quade Cooper bemoans lack of ‘common sense’ under Eddie Jones
Jared Wright 16 Dec 2023

Quade Cooper bemoans lack of ‘common sense’ under Eddie Jones

Quade Cooper has addressed his World Cup omission and Eddie Jones' tenure as the Wallabies' head coach.

Australia
Club-less Los Pumas star lands a new team after a standout World Cup
Jared Wright 15 Dec 2023

Club-less Los Pumas star lands a new team after a standout World Cup

Nicolas Sanchez has finally landed a contract after being released by Brive before the Rugby World Cup.

Argentina
Sonny Bill Williams calls Eddie Jones ‘a disgrace’ who ‘obviously lied’ to Australia’s players and fans
David Skippers 14 Dec 2023

Sonny Bill Williams calls Eddie Jones ‘a disgrace’ who ‘obviously lied’ to Australia’s players and fans

Sonny Bill Williams has called newly appointed Japan boss Eddie Jones a "disgrace" who "obviously lied" to the Australian players and their fans.

Japan
Eddie Jones admits to pre-Rugby World Cup Zoom call but denies treachery
Colin Newboult 14 Dec 2023

Eddie Jones admits to pre-Rugby World Cup Zoom call but denies treachery

Ex-Wallabies head coach Eddie Jones gives his side of the story over the infamous Zoom call which he now confirmed took place pre-World Cup.

Australia
Eddie Jones confirmed as Japan head coach despite some JRFU reservations
Colin Newboult 13 Dec 2023

Eddie Jones confirmed as Japan head coach despite some JRFU reservations

The Japan Rugby Football Union have announced that Eddie Jones will be the next Brave Blossoms head coach.

Japan
Who’s hot and who’s not: Champions Cup drama, Portugal boost, Owen Farrell boos and Australia’s lost star
Dylan Coetzee 11 Dec 2023

Who’s hot and who’s not: Champions Cup drama, Portugal boost, Owen Farrell boos and Australia’s lost star

Find out what's made Who's Hot and Who's Not this week.

Who's hot and who's not
Rugby Australia chief takes ‘integrity’ swipe at Eddie Jones as Japan switch nears
Colin Newboult 11 Dec 2023

Rugby Australia chief takes ‘integrity’ swipe at Eddie Jones as Japan switch nears

Rugby Australia CEO Phil Waugh has aimed a sly dig at Eddie Jones after reports surfaced that the ex-Wallabies boss is set to become Japan head coach.

Australia
Eddie Jones set to be named as Japan head coach after all – report
Dylan Coetzee 10 Dec 2023

Eddie Jones set to be named as Japan head coach after all – report

Reports suggest former Wallabies head coach Eddie Jones will be named head coach of Japan despite consistently denying links to the job.

Japan
Eddie Jones and Joe Schmidt miss out on international head coach’s role to ex-England forwards guru – report
Colin Newboult 09 Dec 2023

Eddie Jones and Joe Schmidt miss out on international head coach’s role to ex-England forwards guru – report

Georgia have chosen their next head coach after the departure of Levan Maisashvili but it will not be either Eddie Jones or Joe Schmidt.

Georgia
All Blacks Ardie Savea and Brodie Retallick star in HUGE first win in Japan
Jared Wright 09 Dec 2023

All Blacks Ardie Savea and Brodie Retallick star in HUGE first win in Japan

Ardie Savea and Brodie Retallick both scored twice as Dave Rennie's side secured a comprehensive victory.

New Zealand
Eddie Jones has second Japan interview while ex-Springboks coach also in the running – report
Colin Newboult 08 Dec 2023

Eddie Jones has second Japan interview while ex-Springboks coach also in the running – report

Ex-Wallabies boss Eddie Jones, who resigned following their World Cup debacle, has reportedly once again been interviewed for the Japan job.

Australia
Beauden Barrett’s ‘pretty clear’ message to All Blacks selectors in next Rugby World Cup cycle
Colin Newboult 08 Dec 2023

Beauden Barrett’s ‘pretty clear’ message to All Blacks selectors in next Rugby World Cup cycle

All Blacks playmaker Beauden Barrett has spoken about his international ambitions after signing a new contract with New Zealand Rugby.

New Zealand
All Blacks veteran feels ‘young and energised’ after retirement U-turn
David Skippers 04 Dec 2023

All Blacks veteran feels ‘young and energised’ after retirement U-turn

All Blacks hooker Dane Coles said he has no regrets over his decision to come out of retirement to join Japanese outfit Kubota Spears Funabashi.

New Zealand
Sam Cane urges New Zealand Rugby to follow Springboks’ overseas policy example
Colin Newboult 28 Nov 2023

Sam Cane urges New Zealand Rugby to follow Springboks’ overseas policy example

All Blacks captain Sam Cane has discussed New Zealand Rugby’s policy of not selecting players that are current plying their trade overseas.

New Zealand
All Blacks captain Sam Cane reveals ‘long chat’ with Scott Robertson before leaving New Zealand
Colin Newboult 28 Nov 2023

All Blacks captain Sam Cane reveals ‘long chat’ with Scott Robertson before leaving New Zealand

Sam Cane is looking to put himself in the frame for an All Blacks call-up in 2024 after having a “long chat” with new head coach Scott Robertson.

New Zealand
Richie Mo’unga addresses All Blacks future after Japanese switch
Jared Wright 21 Nov 2023

Richie Mo’unga addresses All Blacks future after Japanese switch

The playmaker has arrived in the land of the rising sun following the Rugby World Cup.

New Zealand
All Blacks still the most valuable rugby brand as the top 10 is revealed
Jared Wright 20 Nov 2023

All Blacks still the most valuable rugby brand as the top 10 is revealed

Brand Finance have released their list of the most valuable and strongest rugby brands.

New Zealand
Ousted Rugby Australia chair seeks ‘absolute’ truth behind Eddie Jones’ Japan links
Colin Newboult 20 Nov 2023

Ousted Rugby Australia chair seeks ‘absolute’ truth behind Eddie Jones’ Japan links

The man who played a key role in bringing Eddie Jones back as Wallabies head coach is trying to find out whether he then betrayed Rugby Australia.

Australia
The EIGHT international sides without a coach after the Rugby World Cup
Lawrence Nolan 14 Nov 2023

The EIGHT international sides without a coach after the Rugby World Cup

There are a number of enticing international coaching roles available in the wake of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. We have a look at the jobs on offer.

Rugby World Cup
Springboks and All Blacks to face France during upcoming November Tests
Jared Wright 13 Nov 2023

Springboks and All Blacks to face France during upcoming November Tests

France are set to host South Africa and New Zealand in 2024 and 2025.

France
Eddie Jones gives timeframe for coaching return after disastrous Wallabies stint
Colin Newboult 13 Nov 2023

Eddie Jones gives timeframe for coaching return after disastrous Wallabies stint

Former Wallabies head coach Eddie Jones has given an update on his future, confirming that several teams are interested in bringing him in.

Australia
Northampton Saints star to leave club after Premiership clash with Exeter Chiefs
Adam Kyriacou 10 Nov 2023

Northampton Saints star to leave club after Premiership clash with Exeter Chiefs

Northampton Saints fly-half James Grayson will leave the Premiership club after this weekend's match.

Northampton Saints
Eddie Jones explains why he is ‘definitely interested’ in Japan job
David Skippers 08 Nov 2023

Eddie Jones explains why he is ‘definitely interested’ in Japan job

Eddie Jones has admitted that he is "definitely interested" in coaching Japan again although he said he has not been contacted about the position.

Japan
All Blacks captain Sam Cane cops ban after Rugby World Cup final red card
Colin Newboult 06 Nov 2023

All Blacks captain Sam Cane cops ban after Rugby World Cup final red card

New Zealand captain Sam Cane has discovered his fate after he was red carded in the Rugby World Cup final defeat to the Springboks last month.

New Zealand
Eddie Jones hints at Japan switch after hurried Wallabies exit
Colin Newboult 06 Nov 2023

Eddie Jones hints at Japan switch after hurried Wallabies exit

Eddie Jones has given a hint over his coaching future after he left his role as Wallabies boss.

Australia
Rugby World Cup Team of the Tournament: Five Springboks make the cut as Eben Etzebeth claims top gong
James While 30 Oct 2023

Rugby World Cup Team of the Tournament: Five Springboks make the cut as Eben Etzebeth claims top gong

Five Springboks and All Blacks make our Rugby World Cup Team of the Tournament, with South Africa's star lock Eben Etzebeth claiming our top gong.

Rugby World Cup
Planet Rugby’s Alternative Dream Team of the Year after World Rugby’s farce
Jared Wright 30 Oct 2023

Planet Rugby’s Alternative Dream Team of the Year after World Rugby’s farce

Planet Rugby selects an alternate 2023 Dream Team of the Year after World Rugby's selections were widely criticised by the public.

Rugby World Cup
World Rugby confirm ‘historic’ new global tournament and World Cup expansion
Jared Wright 24 Oct 2023

World Rugby confirm ‘historic’ new global tournament and World Cup expansion

World Rugby have announced a host of changes to the international game.

International
Rugby World Cup 2027 expansion and kick-off dates confirmed
Jared Wright 24 Oct 2023

Rugby World Cup 2027 expansion and kick-off dates confirmed

The Rugby World Cup in 2027 will feature 24 teams in the first expansion since 1987.

Rugby World Cup
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Editor's Picks

Split with Blues star Hoskins Sotutu, Chief Cortez Ratima and Hurricane Ruben Love.

Razor watch: Seven All Blacks hopefuls pushing for selection, including a matured back-row and the new Christian Cullen

24 Apr 2024
Major League Rugby star kicks for goal (Photo credit: Davey Wilson).

Major League Rugby: Five things we learnt including a statement win and impossible predictions

24 Apr 2024
Leinster are flying high in terms of personnel while Newcastle Falcons struggle.

Loose Pass: Leinster becoming a ‘runaway monster’, rotation problems and Newcastle Falcons concern

23 Apr 2024
Nick Easter selects his Premiership Team of the Week.

Premiership Team of the Week: Nick Easter rewards West Country form as ‘close call’ made at fly-half

22 Apr 2024
Major League Rugby logo, Wasps logo and former Wasps and Scotland player Kenny Logan.

Exclusive: The US is an option for Wasps’ revival, Kenny Logan reveals

22 Apr 2024

Test Rugby

England prop Ellis Genge at team run through.

‘I don’t want to see rugby on its ass’ – Ellis Genge weighs in on England hybrid contracts

25 Apr 2024
Wales' Taulupe Faletau during the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

Taulupe Faletau discovers his fate as latest injury setback revealed

25 Apr 2024
England prop Ellis Genge during the 2024 Six Nations.

Ellis Genge calls on RFU to ‘broaden horizons’ with ‘contradictory’ overseas policy

25 Apr 2024
Henry Arundell and Jonny May England training RWC 2023 - Alamy.jpg

Jonny May takes aim at RFU ‘mess’ over hybrid contracts amidst sluggish negotiations

25 Apr 2024
All Blacks number eight Ardie Savea alongside Wales legend Dan Biggar.

Ardie Savea a rugby great? Dan Biggar discusses All Blacks number eight’s legacy as debate raised after World Cup defeat

25 Apr 2024

Champions Cup

Former Ireland centre Gordon D'Arcy and Leinster midfielder Garry Ringrose.

Ireland legend: ‘Nothing to suggest’ Garry Ringrose should start over Leinster’s ‘Rolls Royce’ youngster

25 Apr 2024
Irish referee Andrew Brace, who takes charge of a Champions Cup semi-final.

Investec Champions Cup and Challenge Cup semi-final match officials revealed

24 Apr 2024
General view of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium which hosts the 2024 Champions Cup final.

EPCR issues response after Champions Cup final jeopardised by FA Cup kick-off clash

23 Apr 2024
Champions Cup and FA Cup final fixture clash on Saturday, May 25.

‘Utterly shambolic’ – Possible chaos looming as Champions Cup and FA Cup finals set to clash

23 Apr 2024
Champions Cup Rugby, Bristol Bears versus Vodacom Bulls; Jake White Head of Rugby for Vodacom Bulls before kick off .

Bulls escape sanction for Champions Cup controversy as Jake White’s EPCR revelation confirmed – report

22 Apr 2024

Facts & Stats

Aphelele Fassi on the charge for the Sharks.

Springbok outcast dominates top stats in United Rugby Championship despite Sharks struggles

22 Apr 2024
Split Crusaders Dan Carter, Codie Taylor and Sevu Reece.

Sevu Reece leads OUTRAGEOUS list of all-time Crusaders try scorers

20 Apr 2024
Split with Bryan Habana, Ma'a Nonu and TJ Perenara.

Super Rugby: Two All Blacks lead legendary list of all-time try scorers

19 Apr 2024
Split with Damian de Allende and Franco Mostert.

Rugby World Cup-winning Springboks continue to dominate the stats in Japan

11 Apr 2024
Rugby World Cup winning captains Richie McCaw (All Blacks) and Siya Kolisi (Springboks).

Quiz: Can you name all 44 two-time Rugby World Cup winners?

10 Apr 2024

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