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Bill Sweeney’s RFU fate to be decided after Six Nations following U-turn

Bill Sweeney’s fate as the Rugby Football Union’s chief executive will be decided shortly after the Six Nations following an embarrassing U-turn from the governing body

The Guardian - UK

Zoe Aldcroft replaces Marlie Packer as England captain for 2025

The 28-year-old Gloucester-Hartpury forward has 58 international caps.

The Independent UK

‘Trailblazer’ Ilona Maher showing the way, says World Rugby chief

The United States Olympic sevens star is on a short-term deal at Bristol ahead of this summer’s World Cup.

The Independent UK

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Maddi Levi: ‘I’m not the only one who suffers with self-doubt’

Australian cross-code athlete’s own expectations weigh heavy even as she soars to greater heights as World Rugby’s sevens player of the year

The Guardian - AU

Bill Beaumont could take over as RFU chair with Ilube on brink over pay row

RFU chair Tom Ilube in talks after emergency council meeting, with grassroots rebellion by clubs set to force vote of no confidence in him and chief executive Bill Sweeney

The Guardian - UK

Ellie Kildunne believes impact of home Rugby World Cup lies ‘beyond imagination’

The 25-year-old was crowned World Rugby women’s 15s player of the year earlier this month.

The Independent UK

Four Lions revealed to be part of group suing authorities over brain injuries

Lawyers have withdrawn their application for anonymity for 43 players in a lawsuit as World Rugby, RFU and WRU ask for end to delays in case

The Guardian - UK

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Tom Curry’s England return brings rugby’s concussion problem back under spotlight

Amid the backdrop of a brain injury lawsuit by former players against rugby’s governing bodies, Curry’s quick recovery has raised questions about an issue that could define the sport’s future

The Independent UK

Turning green shoots into gold: the man behind the scenes in the Wallabies’ revival

Peter Horne was hired as Rugby Australia’s high performance director to get the game ‘back on track’. Recent results suggest he is making headway

The Guardian - AU

Martin Hannan: How Scotland can beat the Wallabies at Murrayfield

I have watched every one of the Autumn Series games and I think it’s been one of the most exciting non-tournaments I have ever seen.

The National (Scotland)

Springboks dominate Player of the Year shortlist but Ox Nche snubbed from World Rugby Awards

No prop has ever won World Rugby’s Men’s Player of the Year award and Nche has failed to make a four-player shortlist

The Independent UK

Freddie Steward’s selection can strengthen England in defence and in attack

Steve Borthwick’s team always kick a lot but they must use the ball well if they are to have a chance against these brilliant South Africans

The Guardian - UK

Top rugby stars ‘sign up for IPL and Formula 1 inspired breakaway competition’

The mooted venture could radically reshape the club game

The Independent UK

Rugby’s ‘escort’ crackdown prompts disgruntled Borthwick to change tack

Shape of the game has tilted significantly since the latest law tweak that risks tactical monotony and a lack of charm

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Brett Robinson, once a Wallaby, is now at rugby's helm

Former Wallaby Brett Robinson has been elected as the chair of World Rugby, the first official from the Southern Hemisphere to take the reins of the sport.

International Business Times

Popham Hopes New World Rugby Chairman Heralds New Dawn In Concussion Issue

Former Wales flanker Alix Popham has told AFP he hopes the new chairman of World Rugby will push for the changes required to prevent players from suffering the long-term effects of successive head injuries, as he has done.

The Guardian - UK

Rugby is crying out for fresh global vision in crucial leadership vote

Whoever succeeds Bill Beaumont as World Rugby chair will have a bulging in-tray with 20-minute red card fallout on the agenda

The Independent UK

Semi Radradra red card: Why was Fiji wing sent off against Wales?

The wing was shown a red card after his tackle on Cameron Winnett

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The Guardian - UK

Will rugby modernisation plans go through or will they get the red card?

New Zealand chief executive Mark Robinson wants rugby union to reinvent itself with the game’s future up for grabs

The National (Scotland)

Martin Hannan: I'm beelin' about the Rugby Sevens Commonwealth Games omission

Martin Hannan: I'm beelin' about the Rugby Sevens Commonwealth Games omission.

The Guardian - UK

Women’s World Cup has the hallmarks of gamechanger for rugby union

Talking to World Rugby’s Sally Horrox is also to sense energy and momentum as England prepare to host the tournament

The Guardian - UK

Rugby’s 20-minute red card to be trialled in upcoming Autumn Nations Series

Ireland and France opposed the new law over player safety concerns while Premiership coaches wanted changes to keep players on the field

The National (Scotland)

Martin Hannan: World Rugby’s law changes approved - but is time on our side?

There's several changes to World Rugby in the pipeline.

International Business Times

Rugby's Red Card Rift Splitting Opinions Across The World

Rugby union has been adept at law trial for decades, but the proposition to bring 20-minute red cards into the game was a point of disagreement between leading players on Tuesday.

The Guardian - UK

Lawyer leading brain injury lawsuit under investigation over player recruitment

The former Wasps prop Will Green accuses Rylands Garth firm of pressuring him to lie about having dementia

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