How often do we hear it said by the French, South Africans and even these days the New Zealanders, that the scrum is a religion, a way of life? It is seen as primal, tribal, a battle pitching two ...

Jones was displeased with the Australian press coverage during England's 3-0 series whitewash Down Under in June. Jones, whose side are chasing a record-equalling 14th straight win, branded Australian ...

France have declared themselves “satisfied” following World Rugby’s Shape of the Game conference during the week, despite rumours of a rift. The great and good of the sport met in London to discuss ...

PARISPARIS — One of the surprises of the Rugby World Cup pool stage was the only team not to concede a yellow or red card: South Africa. The defending champion Springboks were also one of the least ...

PARIS, Oct 10 (Reuters) - The All Blacks have a healthy respect for Ireland as the best team in the world but there will be no fear when the two teams clash in a blockbuster World Cup quarter-final ...

The Springboks are out to build “respect” for referees again, and former test referee Jaco Peyper is very much part of that campaign. Peyper has been helping the Springboks fulltime since his ...