The plum shape of the ball became the standard for 19th century rugby ball production until the International Rugby Board set the first international standard dimensions in 1892. Comments are ...

The first rugby balls were made from inflated pig’s bladders, encased in leather. By the late 19th century, advancements in manufacturing allowed for the production of rubber bladders inside ...

A stunning maiden list A century from 18-year-old Lhuan-dre Pretorius and a brilliant late-match burst with the ball from Matthew Boast saw the Momentum Multiply Titans secure a 41-run win over World ...

South Africa's David Miller reaches his century with the final ball of the match during New Zealand's semi-final victory in the Champions Trophy. READ MORE: New Zealand thump South Africa to final ...