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November Nations Cup · Squad briefing
Josh Ioane, Akira Ioane and Shaun Stevenson are named in Samoa’s November squad, with AJ Lam and Etene Nanai-Seturo also included. Selection opens new possibilities; the next test is turning them into a connected team.
Published 10 October 2026Read our briefing →World Cup preparation · Background briefing
Historical briefing from 22 September: this assessed the earlier Stevenson and Ioane reports. October squad reporting has since advanced the story; read our November squad briefing for the later selections.
Published 22 September 2026Read our briefing →World Cup preparation · Tour review
South Africa won the four-Test Greatest Rivalry series 3–1. New Zealand’s July squad announcement had framed the tour as preparation for 2027. The challenge now is to turn that experience into specific improvements, without treating the series result as a prediction of the World Cup.
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Watch the extended highlights from Exeter Chiefs v Harlequins in the Gallagher PREM 2026/27 Round 5.
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Malcolm Marx joins The Fan Van to look back on an incredible career that includes two World Cup titles, World Rugby Player of the Year and 94 Test appearances. He reflects on his journey from schoolboy loose forward to one of the world's leading hookers, as well as the Lions team that helped shape his…
Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.Watch the extended highlights from Bristol Bears v Leicester Tigers in the Gallagher PREM 2026/27 Round 5.
Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.All Blacks vs Scotland FULL SECOND HALF | Rugby Test 2025: Scotland storm back from 17 points down with tries to Ewan Ashman and Kyle Steyn while sin bins leave New Zealand battling with 14 men. Can the All Blacks hold their nerve and keep their Grand Slam hopes alive in a nail-biting finish?
Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.The Nations Championship kicks off up north this week, and World Cup winner Mike Tindall joins Jeremy Paul, Kieran Read and Justin Marshall to preview the Wallabies v England at Twickenham. Tins tells JP his greatest asset is enthusiasm (“realism, not so much”), explains the pressure on Steve Borthwick and England’s yellow-card problem, gives his…
Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.South Africa are favourites to win the Nations Championship, but their toughest challenges may still lie ahead. Can France or Ireland derail the Springboks, and what needs to happen for the All Blacks to reach the final? Ross Karl and Bryn Hall break down the contenders, Scotland's chance to make history against New Zealand, and…
Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.The URC hits pause for the international window, but not before a frantic round of fixtures shakes up the entire competition! From the battle for the top spot to dramatic climbs and tough slides across the log, we break down all 16 teams from bottom to top following Round 5. In these Power Rankings: •…
Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.Tony Johnson joins Martin to unpack the big announcement from NZ Rugby on the future of Super Rugby and the NPC. We look at why privatisation is off the table, the idea of All Blacks playing across the ditch, and look ahead to the Nations Championship kickoff against Scotland at Murrayfield. IMAGE CREDIT: Will Jordan…
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This week on The Breakdown, the panel reflects on the Black Ferns’ impressive season, finishing with a 10–1 record, and celebrate their success at the World Rugby Awards. Plus, they take a closer look at the All Blacks squad for the upcoming Nations Championship, including some of the surprise selections and inclusions.
Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.🚨THE SPRINGBOKS COULD BE FACING SOME TOUGH DECISIONS! | SPRINGBOKS NEWS 🤩
Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.Highlights & reaction from Northampton Saints v Gloucester Rugby in the Gallagher PREM 2026/27 Round 5.
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As Ireland prepare for the northern hemisphere series in the 2026 Nations Championship, BBC Sport NI takes a look at how Andy Farrell's side is shaping up.
Fitness the start point in Paul O'Connell's Ireland pack vision Irish Examiner
England Rugby: Steve Borthwick and Henry Pollock backed by James Haskell ahead of Nations Championship fixtures V2 Radio
Head coach Sean Lynn says Wales are not the finished product but he has been encouraged by their WXV Global Series.
BBC Sport Wales provides a recap of what has happened so far in the inaugural Nations Championship and what will occur during the next month?
BLAST FROM THE PAST | Boks go big in Japan to win third Rugby World Cup TimesLIVE
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A former All Black and Wallaby has slammed Les Kiss' decision to recall Kurtley Beale.
Former All Blacks assistant John Plumtree has revealed he made a mistake taking the job offered to him by Ian Foster following the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Jeff Wilson has made a bold claim about a key player in Dave Rennie's All Blacks team.
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‘A big breakdown challenge is coming,’ warns head coach Genge calls timing of ‘hip-drop’ tackle law change ‘beserk’ Steve Borthwick is urging his England players to act smarter and recognise the vital importance of keeping 15 players on the field before a pivotal month for the national team.…
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A cornerstone of Canada’s forward pack, DaLeaka Menin has been nominated for World Rugby Women’s 15s Player of the Year. The USA’s Bella Vogel has been shortlisted for Women’s 15s Breakthrough Player of the Year. The USA Men’s Eagles were humbled by Australia A in New Jersey. The…
A former All Blacks assistant has explained why he loves the uniqueness of Rassie Erasmus’ coaching and outlined a South African trait he wishes to see more in New Zealand.
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A wrist injury sustained in France restricted Prendergast to a rehabilitation role during last week’s Ireland preparation week.
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Former England skipper Lawrence Dallaglio has warned Steve Borthwick about one crucial area of their game that needs improving and called on the RFU to break the bank to recruit additional help.
His ascent has been rapid and he has now beaten a series of high-profile names to the Leinster job.
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Welsh rugby needs answers off the field before the results follow 🐉 💷
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𝐊𝐚𝐩𝐚 𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐨 🖤🌿 Kapa O Pango was created specifically for the All Blacks, first performed in 2005 ahead of a Tri Nations Test against South Africa at Carisbrook in Dunedin. It was introduced as a new haka to sit alongside Ka Mate, reflecting the team’s evolving identity. Composed by Derek Lardelli of Ngāti Porou,…
Captions were unavailable. This preview uses the uploader’s description.Haka is a powerful expression of Māori culture, embodying pride, identity and mana. Woven into New Zealand Rugby for over 130 years, it connects our teams in black to their heritage, to each other, and to the voices and spirit of those who came before us.
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