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Sunday, 12 July 2026 at 08:12 JST

Fresh rugby stories from around the global game.

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International Rugby

Will Jordan opens up on breaking All Blacks’ try-scoring record: ‘A moment I’ll remember forever’

Will Jordan has revealed that breaking the All Blacks' try-scoring record has left him "humbled". The story belongs in the International Rugby lane because it gives readers a specific rugby development to follow rather than just another link in the feed. The wider rugby value is how the development affects Test selection, national depth, player movement or the next international window. The next useful check is whether follow-up reporting confirms the rugby consequences rather than leaving it as a headline-only update.

Source: Planet Rugby / 12 Jul, 04:55 JST
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International Rugby

South Africa 42-28 Scotland: Nations Championship rugby – as it happened

South Africa win after surviving two Scottish rallies in Pretoria 9 mins. A worrying moment for Scotland as a Papier kick is allowed to bounce in behind with a gathering green group of shirts very close on the chase. Russell turns, dives on it at full stretch and grips it to his chest long enough for his ruck clearers to arrive, set it and let White clear the lines. 7 mins. Bok discipline is once more wanting under pressure with Wiese again infringing, this time for entering a maul from the side. Russell puts it into touch for a 5m lineout platform that is ruined by Ashman not throwing straight. Papier boots clear from the scrum. Continue reading...

Source: The Guardian Rugby Union / 12 Jul, 02:48 JST
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European Cups

Watch Japan vs. Ireland Rugby Live: Ireland Visits Brave Blossoms - FloRugby

Watch Japan vs. Ireland Rugby Live: Ireland Visits Brave Blossoms - FloRugby. The story belongs in the European Cups lane because it gives readers a specific rugby development to follow rather than just another link in the feed. The wider rugby value is how it shapes knockout pressure, cross-border standards and whether domestic form can survive European intensity. The next useful check is whether follow-up reporting confirms the rugby consequences rather than leaving it as a headline-only update.

Source: FloRugby / 11 Jul, 19:01 JST
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International Rugby

Fiji 8-73 England: Nations Championship rugby union – as it happened

England bounced back in style with an 11-try victory over Fiji in Liverpool 2 mins. A single carry before Van Poortvliet sets up the caterpillar ruck to box-kick to touch for a zero nonsense start from England. This is not the case from Fiji from the lineout as Tagitagivalu spills a simple tap off the top; presenting England a scrum that promptly results in penalty against Mawi. Caleb Muntz chips through the shimmering summer air deep into England territory. Continue reading...

Source: The Guardian Rugby Union / 12 Jul, 00:47 JST
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International Rugby

Ruben Love plea adds another layer to New Zealand's playmaker debate

Ruben Love being pulled into the Dave Rennie conversation keeps New Zealand's playmaker debate alive. The issue is bigger than one player: the All Blacks need clarity around who can control territory, attack space and handle Test pressure after years of scrutiny around the No.10 role. Love's versatility makes him interesting, but the real question is whether New Zealand want another hybrid option or a more settled organising voice.

Source: Planet Rugby / 11 Jul, 17:43 JST