COVID-19: France vs. Scotland to go ahead
France's Six Nations match against Scotland in Paris will go ahead on Sunday as planned after the hosts reported no further positive COVID-19 tests for a second consecutive day, organisers said on Wednesday.
W.A. border stance forces Super Rugby AU tweak
Rugby Australia has been forced to tweak its Super Rugby AU draw in a bid to get the Rebels to Perth and then back home to Melbourne for a first game at AAMI Park in more than a year.
Super Rugby Aotearoa: Can anyone end the Crusaders' dynasty?
Chasing an incredible fifth straight title, the Crusaders again start favourites for Super Rugby Aotearoa. The competition didn't disappoint last year and, further COVID breakouts aside, it again promises to be something special -- Liam Napier reports.
Waratahs' shaky season hit by long Gordon layoff
NSW Waratahs could be without captain Jake Gordon for the rest of the Super Rugby AU season after the severity of his ankle injury was confirmed.
France await 6N decision with 10 COVID cases
France's Six Nations game against Scotland this weekend hangs in wait following 10 positive coronavirus tests among players and staff, a decision is expected on Wednesday.
Rugby AU hails 'overwhelming' broadcast response
Rugby Australia [RA] says the response to the debut broadcast of Super Rugby AU on Nine Gem and Stan Sport has been "overwhelming", the governing body lauding the increased ratings from the competition's opening night.
Waratahs' woes continue with Perese suspension
The NSW Waratahs' early-season woes have deepened with centre Izaia Perese suspended for three matches.
Takeaways from opening night of Super Rugby AU
Super Rugby AU began with a bang on Friday night as the Reds and Brumbies lived up to their preseason tip as competition front-runners. There was also the first red-card replacement, an impressive NSW No. 7 and some excellent broadcast analysis.
COVID: Dupont, four others out of Scotland clash
France's star scrum-half Antoine Dupont and four other first-team players who tested positive for COVID-19 are out of the squad for next Sunday's Six Nations match against Scotland.
All Blacks great Carter retires from pro rugby
Dan Carter played his last test for New Zealand in 2015 when he produced a man-of-the-match display to help the All Blacks to victory over Australia in the World Cup final.
'Whistle-happy ref' earns Force ire in Super opener
Western Force coach Tim Sampson was left to bemoan a "whistle happy" referee after watching his side crash to a 27-11 loss to the Brumbies in Perth on Friday night.
Brumbies spoil Force's Super AU homecoming
The Brumbies have ruined the Western Force's long-awaited homecoming by securing a 27-11 Super Rugby AU win in Perth.
France to name new squad after positive tests
French players Antoine Dupont, Gabin Villiere and Mohamed Haouas have all returned positive COVID-19 tests ahead of their Six Nations clash against Scotland.
Wales call up John to replace injured Lewis
Wales have called up prop WillGriff John after Dillon Lewis was ruled out for the remainder of the Six Nations campaign.
Ireland's Doris ruled out for 'foreseeable future'
Ireland's Caelan Doris is unlikely to return for the remainder of the Six Nations after coach Andy Farrell said the Leinster back-rower would be out for the "foreseeable future" because of concussion symptoms.
Reds run riot over Waratahs in Super AU opener
Nine minutes of brilliance were all the Queensland Reds needed to spark the new-look Super Rugby AU season into life during a crushing 41-7 home win over the NSW Waratahs.
This has to be the Reds' year -- and Wright says they know it
Four years on since the clean out at the Queensland Reds began, it's time for the rebuilding era to end and for the team to deliver Brad Thorn some much needed silverware -- Brittany Mitchell reports.
Who will win Super Rugby AU 2021? (01:45)
Would a Wallabies fly-half please stand up?
Super Rugby AU returns with a double-header as players from across the competition look to make an early Wallabies impression. There could be as many as four fly-half contenders, the stage set for one man to step up and make the position his own.
New safety group demands action to fix 'broken' sport
A lobby group composed of players, officials, referees, coaches, medical experts and teachers has been formed to campaign for improved safety in the sport they describe as "broken."
England's Willis could miss season with 'significant' injury
Wasps coach Lee Blackett fears that England's Jack Willis could miss the remainder of the season after picking up a knee injury in the Six Nations.
Scotland's Fagerson out for rest of 6N after red card
Scotland prop Zander Fagerson will miss Six Nations matches against France, Ireland and Italy, along with one further game yet to be determined.
Vunivalu apologises, stood down for one game (01:18)
Super Rugby AU Top 10 players to watch
After a nice summer break, Super Rugby AU 2021 is finally here and there's plenty to be excited about for this year's rendition. With just three days until kick-off we look at the Top 10 players you need to keep an eye on this season.
Ireland's Sexton, Murray to return for Italy game
Ireland coach Andy Farrell has said he expects captain Johnny Sexton and scrum-half Conor Murray to be available for their Six Nations trip to Rome to face Italy on Feb. 27.