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Springboks win Greatest Rivalry series 3-1

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Latest: Springboks defeat All Blacks 3-1 in rugby series

The South Africa Springboks have secured a 3-1 series victory over the New Zealand All Blacks, winning the inaugural ‘Greatest Rivalry’ trophy. The deciding fourth Test took place at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, USA, b

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USA and Spain compete in Women's Basketball World Cup

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Latest: Iyana Martín leads Spain to bronze at Women's Basketball World Cup

In the Women’s Basketball World Cup semifinals held in Berlin, the United States defeated Spain 76-66 to advance to the final against France. While Spain remained competitive and entered the final quarter tied at 58-58,

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Nigeria rugby technical development programme

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Latest: Nigeria Rugby Football Federation launches technical training in Abuja

The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) initiated a three-day technical capacity-building programme in Abuja to strengthen the nation’s coaching, officiating, and medical structures. Held at the Moshood Abiola Natio

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World Rugby international tournament restructuring

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Latest: World Rugby announces November schedule for Nations Cup 2026

World Rugby has introduced a new international tournament structure for 2026 to overhaul the rugby calendar. This restructuring replaces traditional July and November test matches with two new competitions: the Nations C

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All Blacks and Springboks injury concerns during tour

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Latest: Springboks face injury and referee changes for All Blacks Test

The All Blacks' rugby tour of South Africa continues to be hampered by injuries. Following the earlier departures of George Bell and winger Caleb Clarke, centre Billy Proctor was ruled out for the remainder of the tour a

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French public middle school sports program expansion

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Latest: France faces school year challenges amid student population decline

France is expanding its physical activity programs for public middle school students. Beginning in the 2026 school year, a program providing two additional hours of weekly sports will be made available to all voluntary p

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Samoa rugby governance crisis

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Latest: Samoa focuses on asset management and rugby administration challenges

On 30 July 2026, the Samoan government withdrew recognition and funding for the national rugby union, Lakapi Samoa, citing internal issues and political interference. Prime Minister La’aulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt war

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World Rugby concussion lawsuit proceedings

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Latest: Rugby brain injury claims allowed to proceed to trial

In late July 2026, a class‑action suit by more than a thousand former rugby union and league players against World Rugby and national governing bodies hit a procedural snag. The plaintiffs’ lead solicitor, Richard Boardm

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Los Pumas prepare for upcoming fixtures

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Latest: Los Pumas to hold open training session in Jujuy

Building on the May jersey launch and the July home test against Wales, Argentina’s Los Pumas have confirmed details for the August–September Nations Championship round. A 34-player squad, including ten uncapped athletes

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