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The Latest Breaking News from World Rugby

Neville appointed as first woman to officiate at men's RWC

Paris (AFP) - Irish referee Joy Neville will become the first woman to officiate at the men's Rugby World Cup after being named on the 26-person panel by World Rugby on Wednesday.

AFP

The rival international players who could one day switch allegiance to Wales

A number of players could become eligible for Wales after World Rugby's law change

Wales Online

Henry Thomas axed by club for choosing Wales as he reveals call that's turned life upside down

Henry Thomas has sacrificed the security of a lucrative contract in France to throw his lot in with Wales

Wales Online

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Today's rugby news as Welsh star's parents speak out and Navidi names best opponent

Here's your rugby morning headlines for Saturday, May 6

Wales Online

France set to feature in new women's rugby international tournament

Just six days after England edged past France to claim the 2023 women's Six Nations tournament, rugby union bosses have announced that New Zealand will be the venue for a new competition involving the top six women's international rugby teams.

Radio France Internationale

New Zealand to host new international women's rugby tournament

Wellington (AFP) - World champions New Zealand will host an inaugural tournament involving the top six women's international rugby teams this year, the sport's governing body said Friday.

AFP

Today's rugby news as sacked world superstar to join Wales players and Roberts' dream comes true

The latest rugby news stories from Wales and beyond today

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World Cup winners New Zealand to host inaugural WXV tournament

England, Wales Scotland and Ireland will be involved in the three-tier competition later this year.

The Independent UK

Australia chairman eyes powerful role at World Rugby

Sydney (AFP) - Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan is considering a tilt at one of the most powerful positions in the sport, saying that the southern hemisphere needs a seat at the top table.

AFP

World Rugby announces new partnership to help bring more women into the sport

The governing body wants a quarter of coaching and performance roles at the 2025 World Cup filled by women.

The Independent UK

Tonight's rugby news as young Wales international switches regions and World Rugby in mourning

The latest rugby news stories from Wales and beyond today

Wales Online

Bernard Lapasset, world rugby chief and driving force behind Paris Olympics, dies

Paris (AFP) - Bernard Lapasset, former president of rugby union's governing body and the driving force behind Paris' successful 2024 Olympic bid, has died.He was 75.

AFP

Ruby Tui: New Zealand Black Ferns star to play Premier Rugby Sevens in US

World Cup and Olympic champion will compete in multi-city professional event climaxing in Washington DC in August

The Guardian - US

Today's rugby headlines as out-of-favour Wales international gets World XV call from Steve Hansen

The latest rugby news stories from Wales and beyond today

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Rugby chief promises end to lopsided World Cup draws

London (AFP) - World Rugby chief executive Alan Gilpin has said draws for future Rugby World Cups will be better balanced following complaints about the lopsided format of this year's edition in France.

Evening Standard

Saracens centre Duncan Taylor hit with three-week ban but CAN return for Premiership semi-final

Scotland international needs to complete World Rugby’s tackle school initiative to lessen his suspension

Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as new Welsh revelation signs and Scotland star quits to become airline pilot

The latest rugby headlines from Wales and beyond

The Independent UK

Ellis Genge banned after dangerous tackle on England team-mate

The prop will miss Gallagher Premiership games against Exeter and Gloucester

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Martin Hannan: SRU’s new tackle height rule is right move but will not be painless

There will be a trial period starting next season for a new tackle height at every level of rugby below the two full-time professional clubs and the…

Wales Online

Today's rugby news as new TMO bunker system may see card review trial in Test matches before World Cup

The latest rugby headlines from Wales and beyond

AFP

Japan wants to host Rugby World Cup again in 2035

Tokyo (AFP) - Japan wants to host the World Cup again as early as 2035, the country's rugby union chief said, potentially bringing it back to Asia for a second time.

ABC News

Lower tackling trial set to divide community rugby union

Darwin's grand final day in 2023 brings balloons, banners, hot chips and mid-strength beer like those that preceded it, the celebrations marking the conclusion of another campaign — but the date may ultimately be remembered as the end of an era.

Wales Online

Rugby bosses consider orange cards at World Cup to stop games being wrecked by controversy that dogged Six Nations

World Rugby are keen to avoid another backlash similar to England full-back Freddie Steward's red card in the Six Nations

The Independent UK

‘Orange cards’ being considered for World Cup to allow decisions to be reviewed

The idea is to speed up the game by reducing on-field replays and also to deal with contentious calls such as Freddie Steward’s dismissal last month.

Wales Online

Nigel Owens won't be accepting South Africa World Cup job offer

The Springboks wanted the legendary referee to join their coaching set-up ahead of their World Cup defence later this year

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