Jordie Barrett given 'royal treatment' at Leinster

All Blacks star Jordie Barrett has been given the "royal treatment" upon arriving in Dublin as he prepares to start life at Irish club Leinster.

International rugby fixtures: Latest matches, key dates, venues

Here's the full list of international rugby fixtures, including the 2025 Six Nations.

Autumn rugby international fixtures 2024

There has been a bumper schedule of international rugby in November, with the Six Nations sides hosting the best from the southern hemisphere.

Autumn rugby internationals: England need defensive rethink? Australia doomed for Lions tour?

Week 4 put the icing on the cake for some teams but left a bad taste for others. With the year drawing to a close, it's time to overreact to how next year could shape up.

Why there is no need for Nations Championship decider in 2024

As the post-World Cup rugby year draws to a close this weekend, there is no denying the world's leading rugby nation.

Rugby awards: England's Kildunne, Boks' Du Toit take honours

England fullback Ellie Kildunne was named women's player of the year at the World Rugby awards on Sunday, while Springboks forward Pieter-Steph du Toit took out the men's award.

Italy vs. New Zealand: NZ farewell Cane, Perenara with victory

New Zealand laboured to a 29-11 win over a brave, battling Italy on Saturday as the All Blacks wrapped up their autumn series with a win and farewelled veterans Sam Cane and TJ Perenara.

Autumn internationals Week 4: Rugby team news, how to watch

Week 4 sees Eddie Jones return to England, while South Africa visit Wales. Elsewhere, Australia continue their grand slam hunt, while Ireland, New Zealand and France are also in action.

Who has won the Rugby World Cup? All-time winners list

The Rugby World Cup has been held every four years since 1987. See the full list of winners and which country has the most titles.

Cane, Perenara set for final farewell vs. Italy

New Zealand's former captain Sam Cane and scrumhalf TJ Perenara will get the chance to play for the All Blacks for a final time after being picked on Thursday in the matchday squad to face Italy at the weekend.

The drive to win a Rugby World Cup three-peat binds the Springboks' DNA

South Africa's Springboks are the number one men's rugby team in the world, have had a formidable 2024, and are aiming for a third World Cup title in a row in 2027. But do their veterans still have the fire to do it?

All Blacks' regeneration is ahead of the curve, but issues remain

A turbulent season that started with fumbles and endured many mid-year fades should finish with the promise of a bright future for the All Blacks.

Week 3 overreactions: England in crisis? Argentina can win 2027 Rugby World Cup?

England and Wales slumped further; France edged New Zealand, and South Africa and Australia continued their successful autumn. It leaves plenty of food for thought.

France fire Six Nations warning as All Blacks left to ponder what might have been

France look to be returning to their best ahead of next year's Six Nations, while Saturday night's loss in Paris was another near miss for Scott Robertson's All Blacks.

Autumn internationals Week 3: Rugby team news, how to watch

This weekend's action in the autumn internationals sees huge games for the struggling England, who face world champion South Africa, and Wales, who host Australia. Meanwhile in Paris, France host New Zealand in another hotly anticipated clash.

All Blacks switch halves, move Savea for France

New Zealand's Beauden Barrett and Codie Taylor have returned to the side to face France in Paris on Saturday, having recovered after concussion forced them off against England two weeks ago.

Rieko, Joe and why rugby must embrace villains in entertainment era

Sport needs heroes and villains. Rugby is often shy, perhaps due to its traditional roots, of embracing controversy. But in a brave new era, Rieko Ioane has become an unlikely guiding light.

France beat New Zealand in Paris thriller

France beat New Zealand 30-29 in Paris on Saturday in a thrilling Test match to record their third straight win over the All Blacks.

Autumn internationals overreactions: Should Ireland ditch old guard? Will Suaalii save Australian rugby?

Australia edged England, and Ireland were dealt a body blow by New Zealand. Week 2 saw the southern hemisphere leave their mark on their European counterparts.

Farrell: Ireland 'too desperate' in loss to All Blacks

New Zealand send message to rugby world with Ireland win

New Zealand's 23-13 win over Ireland not only ended their opponents' 19-match winning run at home, but also reinforced the All Blacks as being as formidable a team as ever.

Autumn internationals Week 2: Rugby news, how to watch, more

This weekend's action in the Autumn internationals sees Ireland host New Zealand in a rematch of last year's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal, while England welcome Australia to Twickenham.

Ireland vs. NZ: How Caelan Doris is finding his way as captain

As Caelan Doris prepares to lead Ireland against New Zealand he won't weigh his team down with a soul-stirring speech preferring "actions first."