Nigel Owens

Nigel Owens comments on Ulster’s try-saving ‘kick’ in URC clash marred with controversy

Former international referee Nigel Owens has weighed into Cormac Izuchukwu's try-saving tackle.

Nigel Owens weighs into controversial disallowed URC try debate after Cardiff ‘robbed’

Nigel Owens has reacted to the incident which led to Ulster’s winning penalty in the United Rugby Championship clash against Cardiff.

Nigel Owens in agreement with South Africans as ex-referee bemoans World Rugby’s scrum proposal

Nigel Owens has his say on World Rugby’s latest law proposals.

Nigel Owens calls for ‘sanctions’ in the wake of Wales coach’s ‘unacceptable’ comments to referee

Respected ex-Test referee Nigel Owens has discussed the incident between Neil Jenkins and Mathieu Raynal during Saturday’s Wales v Italy match.

Nigel Owens calls for law change after Duhan van der Merwe and Ange Capuozzo incident

Nigel Owens has called for a change in a law that rewards defence following an incident involving Duhan van der Merwe and Ange Capouzzo in the Six Nations.

Wayne Barnes’ verdict on Paolo Garbisi’s penalty miss as Nigel Owens admits France got ‘very lucky’

Former Test referees Wayne Barnes and Nigel Owens have delved fully into the incident at the end of Italy’s 13-13 draw with France in the Six Nations.

Nigel Owens weighs in on Paolo Garbisi’s penalty miss after France ‘got away with one’

Debate has raged online over the late penalty from Italy fly-half Paolo Garbisi against France in the Six Nations on Sunday which hit the post.

‘Nothing else like it’ – Why Nigel Owens ranks the Six Nations better than the Rugby Championship

Nigel Owens explains why he ranks the Six Nations over the Rugby Championship.

Nigel Owens: The ‘crucial’ thing Jaco Peyper will add to the Springboks

Nigel Owens highlights the impact that Jaco Peyeper will have with the Springboks.

Nigel Owens calls on World Rugby to axe ‘farcical’ law which blighted Scotland v France

Ex-referee Nigel Owens hopes World Rugby can change a law which will halt the kick tennis that affected Scotland’s Six Nations match with France.

Nigel Owens weighs in on ‘very difficult’ TMO call in Scotland’s loss

Nigel Owens has weighed in on the controversial TMO decision.

Stamping saga reignited as EPCR appeal decision after Nigel Owens’ criticism

Josh Caulfield could still be banned for his stamp on Finlay Bealham.

‘Glad I retired’ – Nigel Owens slams disciplinary decision after ‘reckless’ act

Nigel Owens is not happy with the decision as the disciplinary panel deemed it to foul play.

Harlequins aim to be Pride ‘trailblazers’ and have Nigel Owens’ backing

Harlequins CEO Laurie Dalrymple and Nigel Owens spoke to Planet Rugby after the club unveiled aa new Limited Edition LGBTQIA+ Pride Supporter Kit.

‘Don’t touch me!’ – Welsh international referee channels inner Nigel Owens to admonish handsy coach

Referee Ben Whitehouse has been praised for the way he dealt with the Dragons’ Dan Baugh during their URC clash with the Ospreys.

‘The TMO is refereeing matches’ – Nigel Owens calls for change

The great Nigel Owens has questioned the way technology is currently being used in the game with decision-making being taken away from on-field officials.

Nigel Owens urges World Rugby to ditch bunker system after Rugby World Cup final red card

Nigel Owens, who refereed the 2015 World Cup final, wants World Rugby to make three key changes in the wake of the 2023 global tournament.

Nigel Owens calls for action after Wayne Barnes receives ‘disgraceful and unacceptable’ abuse

Former Test official Nigel Owens has voiced his anger after Rugby World Cup final referee Wayne Barnes was subjected to online threats.

‘Very, very lucky’ – Nigel Owens’ verdict on referee calls for Springboks in win over France

In his latest video with World Rugby, Nigel Owens looked back at the weekend's quarter-final action in the World Cup, analysing several decisions.

Nigel Owens weighs in on controversial Tom Curry and Jesse Kriel tackles at the World Cup

Former Test referee Nigel Owens has commented on the controversial tackles by Jesse Kriel and Tom Curry during the opening weekend of the Rugby World Cup.

Nigel Owens: Owen Farrell tackle ‘has to be a red’ or rugby is in ‘big trouble’

Former referee Nigel Owens feels that Owen Farrell’s red card must be reinstated or the game will have taken steps back in terms of player welfare.

Olly Woodburn: Ex-referee Nigel Owens weighs in on debate over Exeter wing’s red card

Ex-Test referee Nigel Owens had his say after Exeter wing Olly Woodburn was red carded in the Chiefs' 62-19 Premiership defeat to Leicester Tigers.

Seven rugby rumours and transfers: Maro Itoje, Nigel Owens, Cheslin Kolbe, Nemani Nadolo, and more

Planet Rugby recaps five rugby rumours and transfers ahead of the weekend, including Nemani Nadolo, Nigel Owens, Cheslin Kolbe, Maro Itoje and more.

Rassie Erasmus: The ‘straightforward’ reason why Nigel Owens is joining the Springboks coaching team

Rassie Erasmus reveals that Nigel Owens is on the verge of joining the Springboks coaching staff and explains why they have recruited him.

Springboks: Rassie Erasmus admits to ‘some errors’ with World Rugby and confirms talks with Nigel Owens

South Africa director or rugby Rassie Erasmus has confirmed that he is in talks with former international referee Nigel Owens.

Rugby rumours and transfers: Nigel Owens, Iain Henderson and Josh Adams

Planet Rugby recaps the big transfer news and rumours from the past week.

Nigel Owens: Springboks want former Test referee to join the coaching staff

South Africa are reportedly keen to add former international referee Nigel Owens to their coaching staff ahead of the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

Rugby Championship: Nigel Owens ‘not a fan’ of 20-minute red cards

Nigel Owens has spoken out after SANZAAR decided to reintroduce the 20-minute red card law trial for this year's Rugby Championship.

Nigel Owens: 20-minute red cards ‘totally wrong’ and ‘papers over the cracks’

Former referee Nigel Owens believes the 20-minute red card has no place in the game, despite the law receiving support from coaches.