Rugby

Tom Hamilton, Senior WriterNov 3, 2024, 10:15 AM Close • Joined ESPN in 2011• Covered two Olympics, a pair of Rugby World Cups and two British & Irish Lions tours• Previously rugby editor, and became senior writer in 2018 Open Extended Reactions England prop Joe Marler has announced his retirement from international rugby. Marler won 95 caps for

Tom Hamilton, Senior WriterNov 3, 2024, 11:13 AM Close • Joined ESPN in 2011• Covered two Olympics, a pair of Rugby World Cups and two British & Irish Lions tours• Previously rugby editor, and became senior writer in 2018 Open Extended Reactions New Zealand have suffered a double injury blow ahead of their clash with Ireland following the

Oct 31, 2024, 05:57 PM Scotland winger Darcy Graham enjoyed a spectacular return to international rugby after a year’s injury absence by scoring four tries as his side thrashed Fiji 57-17 at Murrayfield on Saturday. Edinburgh’s Graham had not played since last year’s World Cup due to a series of injuries but had a night

Tom Hamilton, Senior WriterNov 2, 2024, 06:23 PM Close • Joined ESPN in 2011• Covered two Olympics, a pair of Rugby World Cups and two British & Irish Lions tours• Previously rugby editor, and became senior writer in 2018 Open Extended Reactions A dejected George Ford looks on after missing the decisive drop-kick at the end of the

James Regan Nov 2, 2024, 06:59 PM Open Extended Reactions England coach Steve Borthwick has been left lamenting another missed opportunity to beat New Zealand, as his side fell short 24-22 at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, on Saturday. England led for much of the second half but gave up their advantage with two minutes to play

James Regan Oct 31, 2024, 02:37 PM Open Extended Reactions All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has said the Haka is “part of who we are” in response to England prop Joe Marler’s comments on social media calling the ceremonial dance “ridiculous.” England host New Zealand on Saturday at Allianz Stadium Twickenham, but Marler won’t be

Sam Bruce, Deputy Editor, espn.com.auNov 1, 2024, 01:34 AM Close Sam was brought up on long drives and the dusty fields of north-west New South Wales, where he developed his love of rugby from an early age. He joined ESPN after a five-year stint heading up Fox Sports Australia’s digital rugby coverage. Open Extended Reactions

James Regan Oct 31, 2024, 04:11 PM Open Extended Reactions This year’s autumn rugby internationals will feature a trial of a 20-minute red card system that could have a dramatic impact on matches and how they are officiated. While the trial has already been conducted in the Rugby Championship this year, it is being rolled

There’s a bumper schedule of international rugby on the way in November, with the Six Nations sides hosting the best from the southern hemisphere. Here is the full list of the international fixtures coming up this autumn. Week 1 Saturday, Nov. 2 England vs. New Zealand, Allianz Stadium Twickenham, London. 3.10 p.m. UK [2.10 a.m.

Oct 31, 2024, 03:46 PM Open Extended Reactions International rugby returns with several blockbuster Test matches in November, as the northern and southern hemisphere sides go head-to-head once more. England and New Zealand kick things off at Twickenham on Saturday in a match that always promises drama and entertainment, before Scotland host Fiji in Edinburgh.

Tom Hamilton, Senior WriterOct 30, 2024, 01:39 PM Close • Joined ESPN in 2011• Covered two Olympics, a pair of Rugby World Cups and two British & Irish Lions tours• Previously rugby editor, and became senior writer in 2018 Open Extended Reactions England prop Joe Marler left the camp on Monday morning due to “personal reasons,” a source

Oct 30, 2024, 12:36 PM England prop Joe Marler has re-activated his X account after saying New Zealand should stop performing the Haka, the side’s pre-match tradition. England face the All Blacks on Saturday in their first game of this year’s autumn international, although Marler has not been named in Steve Borthwick’s matchday squad. Editor’s

Oct 30, 2024, 11:35 AM Open Extended Reactions England lock Maro Itoje has said he is confident that England can prove they are heading in the right direction with a series of wins this autumn, adding the side are “not here to make up the numbers.” England face New Zealand on Saturday in the first

Oct 30, 2024, 09:14 AM Open Extended Reactions France face Japan, New Zealand and Argentina in this year’s autumn internationals. FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images The French Rugby Federation (FFR) has banned players from drinking alcohol during national team gatherings as part of efforts to improve discipline following a series of controversies off the field this

The rugby world is together once again, as the autumn internationals [or spring tours, if you reside down south] take centre stage across the United Kingdom and Europe. And hasn’t there been some spice in the build-up? An intriguing slate of matches awaits in November. Read on as we take a look at where things

Tom Hamilton, Senior WriterOct 29, 2024, 06:00 PM Close • Joined ESPN in 2011• Covered two Olympics, a pair of Rugby World Cups and two British & Irish Lions tours• Previously rugby editor, and became senior writer in 2018 Open Extended Reactions England head coach Steve Borthwick has backed Henry Slade to deliver against New Zealand despite playing

Tom Hamilton, Senior WriterOct 29, 2024, 02:50 PM Close • Joined ESPN in 2011• Covered two Olympics, a pair of Rugby World Cups and two British & Irish Lions tours• Previously rugby editor, and became senior writer in 2018 Open Extended Reactions Ben Spencer will make his first England start at scrum-half in Saturday’s match against New Zealand

Oct 28, 2024, 09:26 AM Open Extended Reactions George Ford has 96 Test caps for England. David Rogers/Getty Images England coach Steve Borthwick has added George Ford, Alex Coles and Ted Hill to the squad as they prepare to face New Zealand in the first of their four November internationals, the Rugby Football Union said on