Saracens v Bristol Bears Another quite astonishing game in Round 11. What was the last time Sarries went 0-26 down in the first half hour? Bears were totally in command from the start, belying their lowly league position. They moved the ball smoothly around, guided by the calm Ruahei Demant. Millie David scored first, running
On a day of surprises in Nairobi, Argentina and Germany bagged HSBC SVNS 2 gold at the Nyayo National Stadium to take an early lead in the three-tournament race to the HSBC SVNS World Championship series. The two sides head to next month’s back-to-back tournaments in Montevideo and Sao Paulo with 20 league points under
Head Coach Nathan Smith has made two changes to his starting XV for Loughborough Lightning’s trip to the Southwest to face Exeter Chiefs this weekend. The African Violets return to action in Round 11 with their longest away day of the season as they take on the hosts who sit just two spots above them
Black Ferns Head Coach Whitney Hansen has invited 41 players to attend training camp held in Wellington between February 16-27. The training camp will mark the start of preparations for the upcoming Pacific Four Series (PAC4) in April and serve as an opportunity for players to put their best foot forward for selection. Hansen said
Widely regarded as one of the most versatile playmakers in New Zealand, Brazier has made a significant contribution to women’s rugby during an illustrious playing career across XVs and sevens. With 44 Tests for the Black Ferns, the two-time Rugby World Cup winner became the second woman to play in four World Cups in England
Keevy Fitzpatrick has put pen to paper on a new Loughborough Lightning contract, committing the England U20 international to the Club on a multi-year deal. The talented lock has made ten Lightning appearances following her debut against Sale Sharks in April 2024, including seven outings in a breakthrough campaign this term. She was amongst the
A. A new book Ellie Kildunne’s autobiography GAMECHANGER, co-written with Alex Bywater, will appear in bookshops on 9 April. How does she fit it all in? – training, vlogs, sponsorship appearances, coaching demos, award ceremonies… I must pick up the game again. B. Retirements Four distinguished international players are hanging up their boots: Kelly Brazier
World Rugby, in partnership with USA Rugby and TEG Rugby Live, has officially announced the full schedule for the Pacific Four Series 2026, the sixth edition of the annual intercontinental elite women’s rugby competition featuring Australia, Canada, New Zealand and USA. Five of the six matches in the 2026 edition will be hosted in the United States, with Sacramento (Heart Health Park),
The remaining two fixtures of the Pacific Four Series has been revealed by hosts USA Rugby, with the Black Ferns playing matches in Sacramento and Kansas City, USA. The Black Ferns’ schedule will start against the Women Eagles at Heart Health Park with kick-off on Saturday, April 11, 4.00pm PT (Sunday, April 12, 11.00am NZT).
Harlequins Women have confirmed that Club Captain Jade Konkel will retire from rugby at the end of the 2025-26 season. Scotland international Konkel joined the Club in 2018, going on to be named captain in 2023. The inspirational figure, who played many of her games in the back-row has made over 60 appearances in the
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