4 h. ago The Breakdown | A November to remember: let’s celebrate the good in international rugby

We turn the dial towards whimsy and revisit some of the moments that made the autumn internationals irresistibleSouth Africa and Ireland played out a slugfest for the ages and the discourse has been dominated by yellow cards and flying shoulders to the head. England held off a spirited Argentina to claim their 11th consecutive Test win and it seems all anyone can talk about is some alleged after-the-whistle shoving. Wales and New Zealand traded 11 tries in a ding-dong encounter and yet the narrative is weighed down by caveats concerning fading empires.What, exactly, is the point of Test rugby? Beyond winning World Cups and regional crowns, does this chaotic sport hold any value? A bit of spice elevates almost every dish, sure, but it has felt as if this autumn’s brilliant rugby fare has been smothered in a sauce with a needlessly high Scoville count. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Rugby LIVE: Wales to hold press conference as England asked for evidence following controversy

The latest rugby news from Wales and beyond ahead of the final weekend of the autumn internationals

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52 h. ago 'Most dangerous player in world rugby' stuns commentators with electric solo try

Louis Bielle-Biarrey is one of the most devastating finishers in world rugby right now

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3 d. ago Wales v New Zealand: Autumn Nations Series rugby union – live

Rugby union updates from the 3.10pm GMT kick-off Follow us on Bluesky | Get The Breakdown | Mail DanielWelsh rugby is built on its connection with local communities and today we get a brilliant example of that.Harri Deaves began his working life as a roofer but on Saturday the Ospreys flanker will run out in the scarlet shirt of Wales against the All Blacks to complete “an amazing story” from club rugby player to international. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago France vs Australia's bitter underbelly as huge sum went unpaid and investigation launched

France face Australia for the first time since a tense and protracted stand-off emerged between the two unions over an unresolved match-fee dispute

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3 d. ago Beating Pumas could open pivotal chapter in England’s 2027 World Cup story

Defeat of Argentina in 2000 was important stepping stone for Clive Woodward’s side on way to winning ultimate prizeIt is exactly 25 years since the most fraught pre-match buildup in the history of English international rugby union. In this same week in November 2000 a pay row led to the entire national side walking out on strike, prompting Clive Woodward to threaten that an alternative team of lower-league amateurs would be chosen if his players did not return to training by 11am the following morning.After a tense standoff they duly did so, a grudging truce was agreed and the weekend game against Argentina went ahead with England winning 19-0. Three years later all but two of that matchday squad (the exceptions were David Flatman and Matt Perry) were lifting the Rugby World Cup in Australia. The moral of the “strike” story? The darkest hour can be the springboard to a spectacular golden dawn. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Wales rugby internationals announce they've had a baby together

The Welsh rugby duo are now parents and have revealed what name they have given their baby boy

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4 d. ago Rugby LIVE: Andy Farrell backed for England job as All Blacks worries emerge

The latest rugby news from Wales and beyond ahead of another weekend of international rugby

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5 d. ago Former Rhondda roofer Harri Deaves to make Wales debut against the All Blacks

Coach Steve Tandy hails Ospreys flanker’s ‘amazing story’Five changes to side that edged out Japan 24-23 Harri Deaves began his working life as a roofer but on Saturday the Ospreys flanker will run out in the scarlet shirt of Wales against the All Blacks to complete “an amazing story” from club rugby player to international.The 24-year-old will win his first cap in a Wales side showing five changes from the one that edged out Japan 24-23 with a last-gasp penalty. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago Wales v Japan red card rescinded as Rugby World Cup teams decided amid heartbreak

The latest rugby news stories from Wales and beyond ahead of the autumn international matches this weekend

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8 d. ago World Rugby announces new competition as international rugby changes forever

Autumn internationals and summer tours will no longer be the same

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8 d. ago Rugby LIVE: World Rugby confirms details of huge new tournament as top coach faces axe

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8 d. ago Wales' hero shows true colours and Jiffy says officials 'spoiling games'

The latest rugby news from Wales and beyond

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9 d. ago Steve Tandy has to leave coaches' box as Wales hero overwhelmed

'Fair play to the kid. Having the accuracy and bravery to pull that off, it’s testament to his character," said Wales boss Steve Tandy

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9 d. ago Borthwick hails ‘outstanding leader’ Ford after England topple All Blacks

Ford scores 13 points including two drop goals in victory‘He made brilliant decisions and executed perfectly’Steve Borthwick has paid tribute to the perseverance and character of George Ford after England’s impressive 33-18 victory over the All Blacks. Twelve months ago, Ford narrowly failed to clinch a home victory in this same fixture, but he was a pivotal figure on Saturday as his side gained their revenge with a first win over New Zealand in south-west London since 2012.“George is a brilliant player, an outstanding leader and an even better person,” the head coach said after the fly-half contributed 13 points to seal his team’s 10th successive Test win this year. “I know you like to talk about 12 months ago and the ball hitting a post. But when he pulls on the England shirt he is just such a consistent performer. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago England v New Zealand live: Hosts fight back to lead All Blacks in huge international rugby clash

The hosts seek a rare win over the All Blacks in a massive November international clash

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9 d. ago England v New Zealand live: All Blacks surge ahead in huge rugby international

The hosts seek a rare win over the All Blacks in a massive November international clash

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1 week ago England v New Zealand live: Hosts face All Blacks challenge in huge rugby international

The hosts seek a rare win over the All Blacks in a massive November international clash

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1 week ago BBC Morning Live host Ugo Monye chokes up live on air as he's unable to speak

The former rugby international was visiily emotional talking about segment on Children in Need

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1 week ago Rugby LIVE: Eddie Jones picks 6ft 9in ace to face Wales as Nigel Owens speaks on controversy

The latest rugby news from Wales and beyond ahead of another weekend of autumn internationals

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