Eddie jokes about dodging suspension

Japan coach Eddie Jones says he is “looking for a laundry basket” after being banned from the touchline for the Brave Blossoms’ opening Nations Championship match against Italy. The veteran coach made the tongue-in-cheek remark while addressing reporters for the first...

Townsend: Scotland can cope with brutal tour

Scotland coach Gregor Townsend insists modern players are better prepared than ever for the demands of international travel. His side gears up for a globe-trotting route that culminates in a Test against the Springboks at Loftus Versfeld before heading back to home...

Ex-Wallabies skipper lands URC move

Former Wallabies captain Liam Wright has switched from Super Rugby to the Vodacom URC in a bid to reignite his stagnating career. The 28-year-old has signed with the Ospreys in Wales looking for more regular game time after a frustrating period on the sidelines with...

Borthwick drops major hint ahead of Bok Test

England coach Steve Borthwick has seemingly strengthened his stance on resting captain Maro Itoje. Itoje has been left out of Borthwick’s latest training squad, raising further questions about his availability for next month’s Nations Championship opener against the...