Rugby

Why China strikes Olympic gold but misses the World Cup

China sits 91st in FIFA’s world rankings, behind countries with a fraction of its population, wealth and resources.

Rugby Union-Janse van Rensburg set for England debut in France

FILE PHOTO: Rugby Union - European Champions Cup - Group A - Bristol Bears v Olympique Lyon - Ashton Gate, Bristol, Britain - December 9, 2023 Bristol Bears' Benhard Janse van Rensburg in action with Olympique Lyon's Semi Radradra Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs/File Photo

Hurricanes blow away Blues to reach Super Rugby final

Wellington Hurricanes' Josh Moorby trying to get past Auckland Blues' Payton Spencer in their Super Rugby Pacific semi-final in Wellington on June 13, 2026.

Waratahs' O'Donnell banned for 18 months for 'unintentional' doping

Chiefs rout Crusaders to reach fourth straight Super Rugby final

Larkham to coach Australia A in 2026 alongside Schmidt, Cron

FILE PHOTO: Rugby Union - Australia Press Conference - The Lensbury Hotel, Teddington, Middlesex - 27/10/15 Australia assistant coach Stephen Larkham during the press conference Action Images via Reuters/ Peter Cziborra Livepic/File Photo

South Africa target winning start to new Nations Championship in tough clash against England

FILE PHOTO: Rugby Union - HSBC Sevens World Championships - Men's Cup Final - South Africa v Argentina - Hong Kong - Kai Tak Sports Park, Hong Kong, China - April 19, 2026 South Africa players celebrate after winning the Men's Cup Final REUTERS/Tyrone Siu/File Photo

Chiefs out to dethrone Crusaders in Super semis, red-hot Canes host Blues

England captain Stokes left out of second test v New Zealand

FILE PHOTO: Cricket - England v New Zealand - First Test - Lord's Cricket Ground, London, Britain - June 6, 2026 England's Ben Stokes in action Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers/File Photo

Suspension rules Blues number eight Wrampling out of Super Rugby semis

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