Rugby
NZ player released following rape complaint
A New Zealand rugby player in France who was being detained following a rape complaint has been released from police custody pending further investigations.
Refs named for Lions tests
Romain Poite and Jérôme Garcès of France and South Africa's Jaco Peyper have been appointed to referee the three tests between the All Blacks and the British and Irish Lions in Auckland and…
All Blacks coach OK'ed England test
The All Blacks coach Steve Hansen wouldn't have stood in the way of the world champions playing England in November, according to New Zealand Rugby boss Steve Tew.
Mauger gutted to miss out
Former All Black Aaron Mauger says he's "devastated" by Leicester's decision not to appoint him as head coach.
Copper cops three game ban
Queensland Reds first-five Quade Cooper has been banned for three Super Rugby games following his sending off for a dangerous tackle against South Africa's Lions.
Jones says England's World Cup plan is still on track
The England rugby coach Eddie Jones insists his four-year plan leading into the 2019 World Cup remains intact despite the comprehensive defeat to Ireland.
Aaron Mauger sacked by Leicester
The New Zealander Aaron Mauger has been sacked as head coach of English rugby club Leicester Tigers.
Hurricanes wallop Highlanders
The Hurricanes blew away the Highlanders with a dominant second-half display as the defending Super Rugby champions got back to winning ways.
Player strike postpones French rugby
Two French rugby fixtures have been postponed as players strike over the proposed merger of rival Paris clubs, Racing 92 and Stade Francais.
What it'll take to score England vs ABs showdown
Opinion - Making a test match happen out of thin air is trickier than making sure the field is free and turning on the hot water for the showers, writes Jamie Wall.
Larkham slams merger suggestion
ACT Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham has slammed suggestions of a merger between the Canberra-based team and the Melbourne Rebels.
NZ Rugby launches "Headfirst" into mental illness
New Zealand Rugby has launched a new website called called Headfirst, featuring rugby players past and present giving advice on how to deal with mental illness - not just for sufferers, but for their… Audio
NZ Rugby welcomes new international window
New Zealand Rugby has welcomed a new international calendar announced by World Rugby.
Campaign launched to tackle mental health in rugby
New Zealand Rugby is launching a website and social media campaign targeting mental health.
Rugby needs to start taking mental health seriously
Some big names from the sport are fronting a New Zealand Rugby campaign that begins today, aimed at encouraging people to seek help. Audio
Stephen Jones rubbishes All Blacks vs England
Will the All Blacks play England at Twickenham in November, and will England beat Ireland this weekend? John Campbell talks rugby with Sunday Times rugby writer Stephen Jones. Audio
Should the All Blacks be playing England this year?
The NZRU is discussing an additional All Black test later this year, against England, a team we're not due to play til 2018. Audio
Cotter to coach Barbarians
New Zealander Vern Cotter has been named Barbarians coach for the upcoming tour that will see the famous invitational side take on England and Ulster.
Kerr-Barlow latest All Black off to France
Chiefs halfback Tawera Kerr-Barlow will head to France at the end of the year after signing a three-year deal with Top 14 club La Rochelle.
Stade Francais players go on strike
Stade Francais players have gone on strike over a planned merger with rival Parisian rugby club Racing 92, the head of the players' union said.
