England take major step to tie down Welsh-qualified talent

Welsh-born Bath hooker Kepu Tuipulotu is set for an England A debut(Image: CameraSport via Getty Images) Welsh-qualified hooker Kepu Tuipulotu will soon be lost to Wales for at least three years after he was named in the England A squad to take on...

5 Things to Know on the 10-Year Anniversary of Japan Beating the Springboks

In the cold months of the Northern Hemisphere, the world’s best rugby sides return for what may prove the most consequential November window in a decade. Beyond pride, reputation and northern bragging rights, the coming month will go a long way to...

Ex-All Black is off to tackle school at the age of 33 after admitting ‘foul play which warranted a red card’

Ex-All Black Malakai Fekitoa will have to resort to tackle school – at the age of 33 – if he is to play some part with Tonga in their November series. The 2015 Rugby World Cup winner, who ended his 24-cap New Zealand career in 2017, has been...

Patriots veteran defender ‘good’ after injury scare in win over Browns

FOXBORO — Patriots defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga, one of the Patriots’ most surprising free-agent standouts, didn’t finish Sunday’s win over the Browns with a knee injury. Tonga spoke to reporters Monday and said that “everything’s good” with his...

Report to Governing Council of the 151st IPU Assembly: Parliamentary event at the high-level week of the 80th UN General Assembly – Geneva, Switzerland

- Advertisement - By seedy SK Njie, Deputy Speaker Mr. President, Distinguished Colleagues, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is with profound honour that I address this distinguished assembly to report on the Parliamentary Event held on 24 September,...

A Volcano Erupted 6,000 Miles Away. Why Did It Shake the Ground 16,000 Feet Deep in Alaska?

The Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai eruption on January 15, 2022, was one of the most powerful volcanic explosions ever recorded. Located in the South Pacific, the underwater volcano released energy equivalent to hundreds of Hiroshima-scale atomic...

Wales international gets Barbarians call as England hatch shock Henry Pollock plan

Henry Pollock during an England training session at Pennyhill Park(Image: Dan Mullan - RFU/The RFU Collection via Getty Images) These are your rugby headlines on the evening of Wednesday, October 29. Williams gets Baa-baas call Wales international...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's style statement: Couple deliver subtle message of unity as they 'mirror' each other at A-list baseball game - as Royal Family's battles continue

As lines are drawn within Royal household amid Andrew's uncertain future, Prince Harry and Meghan appeared closer than ever as they stepped out for a baseball match in California last night. On the same day that the Duchess of Sussex, 44, unveiled...

Kieran Foran reveals the real reason why he chose to rejoin Manly as he lifts the lid on his coaching ambitions

Former Gold Coast Titans star Kieran Foran has outlined his desire to one day become a head coach at an NRL club. Foran will retire from professional rugby league after this year’s Pacific Championships campaign, with the halfback set to lead New...

Molo escapes suspension after grade-two high shot on Utoikamanu

Dolphins enforcer Francis Molo is free to play in the 2025 Pacific Cup final on November 9. Three players including Molo were charged following Sunday’s fiery Suncorp Stadium clash between Toa Samoa and Tonga XIII, with all receiving fines. Molo...

Etched in history’: Moana win first trophy for Cook Islands

Jazmon Tupou-Witchman was torn between continuing to represent her mother’s Cook Islands heritage or joining the new look Tonga side but she chose to stay with the Moana and is now “etched in history”. Tupou-Witchman, whose father and the mother...

Scotland v USA: Liam McConnell reveals his surprise at earning first call-up from Gregor Townsend

Liam McConnell admitted he did not anticipate being called up by Scotland so early in his development. Prior to this season, the 21-year-old back-rower had made only five senior appearances for Edinburgh – four of them as a substitute. After...

Toa Samoa to benefit from equal pay at RLWC2021

Toa Samoa players will receive payments equal to those received by rugby league heavyweights Australia, New Zealand and hosts England at the Rugby League World Cup in 2021. The tournament organisers have set aside a $6.4 million tala funding pot...

Sky NZ wins Olympic Games rights through 2032

Sky New Zealand (NZ), the country’s pay-TV giant, has secured broadcast rights for the Olympic Games through 2032 after months of speculation. The agreement, struck with the International Olympic Committee (IOC), will see Sky NZ provide exclusive...

Derby day demolition job as Bedford Blues cruise home at Ampthill

Bedford Blues produced a sensational derby day demolition job as they romped to a 66-12 victory at neighbours Ampthill on Saturday. A much closer, nailbiting clash was expected, but Blues cruised to a sixth derby win in a row with a sparkling...

The Rock receives an interesting one-word message from a long-term Bloodline member amid his WWE absence

The Rock received a one-word message from a long-term Bloodline member, who is now a part of Solo Sikoa's MFT. The superstar in question here is WWE star Tama Tonga. Tonga recently returned to television and aligned himself with The MFT. He was...

Pacific Championship league showdown sparks 23 arrests, 200 infringements in Auckland

Samoa prepare to challenge Tonga in their Pacific Championship encounter. Photo: DAVE HUNT/Photosport Risky behaviour and disorder on the roads has resulted in 23 arrests during celebrations for a Pacific Championship league game, as some fans...

Rugby League World Cup format confirmed as unique group stage system revealed

The 2026 Rugby League World Cup is set for a unique pool stage format, according to reports from Down Under. The new 10-team competition, which returns next year after the 2025 edition was postponed after France withdrew from hosting the...

Pacific coaches demand greater respect from NRL ahead of World Cup

As international rugby league reaches fever pitch with the Ashes and Pacific Championships in full swing, the spectacle has delivered a huge boost for the NRL — but not everyone is celebrating. Samoa coach Ben Gardiner and Tonga coach Kristian...

Pacific championships week two: Samoa, Australia, Cooks and PNG record wins

Photo: Toa Samoa Facebook Toa Samoa have booked their spot in the Pacific Championships final, overcoming Tonga - and the weather - for a 34-6 victory at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium. With 60 minutes gone in the game an electrical storm hit Brisbane...