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Fullback Rhyno Smith has extended his contract with Benetton. The South African has signed on until June 2028, continuing a memorable spell with the Treviso-based URC side. Smith joined Benetton in 2021 and quickly became a fan favourite. Since then, he has scored 390 points in 78 appearances – including 35 tries, 31 conversions, 55 […]

England are facing an anxious wait over the fitness of two British & Irish Lions ahead of Saturday’s showdown against the All Blacks at Twickenham. Tommy Freeman and Ollie Chessum picked up injuries in last weekend’s 38-18 win over Fiji, and neither took part in Monday’s training session – raising doubts about their availability for

Lock Federico Ruzza says Italy will need to be “more precise” against the Springboks than they were in victory against the Wallabies. The 10th-ranked Azzurri are coming off a 26-19 upset of Australia in Udine, while the world champions beat France 32-17 in Paris despite playing the second half with 14 men. Saturday’s match at

Japan coach Eddie Jones believes the Springboks’ ability to interchange players across multiple positions is setting the benchmark for world rugby. He adds that could make them an even greater force heading towards the 2027 World Cup. Speaking on the Rugby Unity podcast, Jones said South Africa’s tactical flexibility and squad depth were unmatched, highlighting how

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All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has confirmed mixed injury news ahead of their blockbuster clash against England at Twickenham on Saturday. New Zealand head into their penultimate Test of 2025 looking to close out the season strongly, with Robertson’s men aiming to finish with just two defeats from 13 matches. Two more losses would match

Marco van Staden says the Springboks’ growing intensity and collective preparation have become key strengths as they build toward Saturday’s Test against Italy in Turin. Van Staden, who hasn’t yet featured on tour so far, believes the side’s sharp preparation and squad-wide effort have played a major role in their recent performances. “It was a

Victor Matfield says the Springboks’ performance in Paris was even better than their record-breaking victory over the All Blacks in Wellington. The world champions, who crushed New Zealand 43-10 in September on their way to defending their Rugby Championship crown, beat France 32-17 at the Stade de France despite losing lock Lood de Jager to

Ireland have been dealt a blow ahead of the final two rounds of the November internationals, with versatile back Jamie Osborne ruled out after suffering a shoulder injury in Saturday’s win over Japan. The 23-year-old Leinster star started at fullback in Dublin, having also featured in the defeat to New Zealand in Chicago a week

The Wallabies have been hit by another injury setback ahead of this weekend’s Test against Ireland in Dublin. Powerhouse lock Will Skelton has been ruled out of the remainder of the tour, but in a boost to Joe Schmidt, veteran playmaker James O’Connor has rejoined the squad. O’Connor, who featured in all six Rugby Championship