https://www.rugbypass.com/ en Copyright 2026 RugbyPass Ltd Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:57:38 +0100 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Rugbypass RSS Generator simon@rugbypass.com rob@fracture.co.nz https://eu-cdn.rugbypass.com/images/mega-menu/rp-logo-new@3x.png https://www.rugbypass.com/ RugbyPass give you the key details on the Ultimate Sevens: what to know, where it’s happening, and who is taking part. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/the-complete-guide-to-the-inaugural-season-of-ultimate-sevens/ Nick Wasiliev 2026-08-07 06:45:42 The local level of sevens rugby has been ramping up over the world, with several great stories coming out of rugby sevens. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/svns-local-level-portugal-university-wins-big-king-of-the-sevens-kick-off/ Nick Wasiliev 2026-08-07 06:37:51 The All Blacks have three URC games before the first Test against the Springboks and one more between Tests 1 and 2, giving every member of the 44-man squad the chance to stake their claim on a starting jersey for the big games. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/the-all-blacks-with-the-most-to-prove-in-south-africa/ Ned Lester 2026-08-07 06:36:36 Les Kiss has made two points very clear at the beginning of his tenure as Wallabies coach: he wants his team to go forward and win collisions, and he wants a competitive environment for positions at all times. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/no-promises-kiss-puts-cards-on-table-with-first-wallabies-team/ John Ferguson 2026-08-07 04:27:55 The first Wallabies team under new coach Les Kiss was announced on Thursday, with Ross named in the starting side at loosehead prop. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/former-all-black-looks-ahead-to-first-start-in-wallaby-gold/ Finn Morton 2026-08-07 04:24:10 Wellington sprung a selection shock this week by naming flanker Du’Plessis Kirifi at inside centre ahead of a clash with Auckland. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/duplessis-kirifi-opens-up-on-shock-position-switch-and-all-blacks-omission/ Finn Morton 2026-08-07 03:43:35 Hunter Morrison has packed a lifetime into a few years. He represented New Zealand at the Barbarians, Under 19, and Under 20 levels following instrumental spells in the First XVs at Whanganui Collegiate and Palmerston North Boys’ High School. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/rugby-can-be-humbling-the-rise-of-breakout-magpies-star-hunter-morrison/ Adam Julian 2026-08-07 02:29:30 On August 28, Manawatu officially marks its 140th Anniversary with a special dinner at Central Energy Trust Arena in Palmerston North. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/brayden-iose-on-hurricanes-perfect-storm-aaron-smith-and-manawatu-royalty/ Adam Julian 2026-08-07 01:13:39 The youngster ended his rookie Super Rugby Pacific campaign with three starts, including a try on debut, after replacing the injured Dylan Pledger during pre-season. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/blues-lure-another-rising-talent-north-from-highlanders/ Ned Lester 2026-08-07 00:45:40 Rhani Hagan hasn’t debuted on the HSBC SVNS Series yet, but the 20-year-old has earned a new deal with Rugby Australia. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/australia-sevens-backs-uncapped-prospect-on-new-deal-through-to-la-2028/ Finn Morton 2026-08-06 23:30:53 Wallace Sititi has withdrawn from the opening match of the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry tour due to illness, and will be replaced in the starting team by All Blacks rookie Anton Segner. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/reshuffle-required-as-wallace-sititi-withdraws-from-all-blacks-tour-opener/ Ned Lester 2026-08-06 22:35:50 While all eyes will inevitably be on South Africa for Rugby's Greatest Rivalry, the NPC will be playing out and it has never been more vital https://www.rugbypass.com/plus/as-all-blacks-fans-ramp-up-for-rugbys-greatest-rivalry-it-would-be-foolhardy-to-overlook-the-npc/ Owain Jones 2026-08-06 19:27:13 Italy have confirmed the departure of Fabio Roselli as their head coach upon the announcement of a WXV Global Series training squad. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/italy-on-the-hunt-for-new-head-coach-and-wxv-training-squad-named/ Joe Harvey 2026-08-06 14:09:34 Almost two years have passed since Spain lifted the WXV 3 title for the first time. Laura Delgado, Lourdes Alameda, Monica Castelo, Cristina Blanco, Carmen Castellucci, and alike marvelled at their biggest success since qualifying for the 2017 Women's Rugby World Cup. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/alba-capell-spain-will-grab-headlines-at-the-wxv-global-series-challenger/ Francisco Isaac 2026-08-06 13:10:24 The Sharks have unveiled a new logo and wider brand identity as part of what the Durban-based franchise describes as a long-term transformation programme extending beyond rugby operations. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/sharks-rugby-club-urc-outfit-reveal-new-logo-and-branding/ Ian Cameron 2026-08-06 12:53:34 South Africa’s professional rugby players and employers have agreed a new two-and-a-half-year collective bargaining agreement, with player welfare measures including a minimum of 12 non-contact weeks per contract year. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/sa-rugby-players-agree-12-week-contact-stand-down-as-part-of-new-deal/ Ian Cameron 2026-08-06 12:00:27 Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter has laid down the gauntlet to his internationals to get their fitness up to speed quickly when they return for pre-season training ahead of the new Gallagher PREM season. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/rob-baxters-message-for-returning-internationals-as-exeter-pre-season-gears-up/ Neil Fissler 2026-08-06 10:07:14 The Fijiana XV have named two debutants for their encounter with the Springbok Women this weekend in Suva. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/fijiana-include-two-debutants-for-first-ever-ubuntu-bula-trophy-clash-with-springboks/ Joe Harvey 2026-08-06 09:29:25 Former England fly-half Freddie Burns has called time on his rugby career after nearly two decades. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/former-england-fly-half-freddie-burns-retires-rom-rugby/ PA 2026-08-06 09:18:54 The Fijian Drua's new coaching staff is continuing to come together, with 2003 Rugby World Cup winner Mike Catt joining newly appointed head coach Brad Mooar's ticket in Nadi. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/mike-catt-swaps-sydney-for-fiji-to-join-evolving-drua-coaching-ticket/ Ned Lester 2026-08-06 07:00:23 RugbyPass dives into the weekend’s rugby action, and where you can catch the biggest stars of the SVNS Series. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/svns-watch-the-sevens-stars-making-their-mark-in-currie-cup-npc/ Nick Wasiliev 2026-08-06 05:56:40 The picks will work across five rounds this week, the clubs selecting two players each for their male and female squads.  https://www.rugbypass.com/news/maddison-levi-tristan-leyds-among-marquee-ultimate-sevens-draftees/ Nick Wasiliev 2026-08-06 05:24:21 Beauden Barrett has had to be patient waiting for his All Blacks opportunity in 2026, and now that it has arrived, he's cautious not to let the moment overcome him or pass him by. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/beauden-barrett-wary-of-controlling-those-emotions-in-all-blacks-return/ Ned Lester 2026-08-06 05:17:57 Queensland Reds utility Isaac Henry is in line to become Wallaby number 999 after being named on the bench for Australia’s clash with Japan. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/wallaby-no-999-awaits-ex-all-black-set-for-maiden-start-in-gold/ Finn Morton 2026-08-06 05:14:32 Corey Kellow isn’t a player who seeks the limelight. The dogged openside flanker, however, has scored a try in his last five NPC games, which places him in rarefied air for champions Canterbury. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/ranfurly-shield-not-only-thing-at-stake-for-corey-kellow-against-otago/ Adam Julian 2026-08-06 03:14:27 Ex-All Black Israel Dagg has been left surprised by the omission of Hurricanes star Fehi Fineanganofo ahead of the tour match against the Stormers.  https://www.rugbypass.com/news/biggest-name-throughout-super-rugby-ex-all-black-left-puzzled-by-left-wing-selection/ Ben Smith 2026-08-06 02:44:44 Title-winning halves Bernard Foley and Nick Phipps are returning to the NSW Waratahs for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific season. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/title-winning-halves-bernard-foley-and-nick-phipps-return-to-waratahs/ Finn Morton 2026-08-06 02:00:05 All Blacks head coach is hoping to get tour captain Codie Taylor back into action next week in preparation for the Test series against the Springboks.  https://www.rugbypass.com/news/dave-rennie-provides-return-timeline-on-injured-all-black-captain/ Ben Smith 2026-08-06 01:39:02 The All Blacks Sevens have confirmed their coaching staff to take the side to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/all-blacks-great-liam-messam-lands-key-role-in-new-sevens-coaching-team/ Nick Wasiliev 2026-08-06 00:34:12 Yaqeen Ahmed has been named to make his senior Stormers debut against none other than the All Blacks in this weekend's Rugby's Greatest Rivalry opener, and New Zealand coach Dave Rennie says the youngster has been set up well for success. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/dave-rennie-on-stormers-naming-flyhalf-prodigy-to-debut-against-all-blacks/ Ned Lester 2026-08-06 00:31:33 There are 18 Test matches between now and the beginning of the 2027 home Rugby World Cup, and the Wallabies must use these games astutely. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/the-eternal-wallabies-selection-conundrum-that-les-kiss-now-faces/ John Ferguson 2026-08-05 23:48:11 Olympians Maurice Longbottom and Josh Turner are closing in on significant milestones on the HSBC SVNS Series. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/olympians-longbottom-and-turner-re-sign-for-another-svns-season/ Finn Morton 2026-08-05 23:22:04 The first match of the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry Tour will introduce two new faces and re-introduce plenty more to the black jersey. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/dave-rennie-selects-all-blacks-players-desperate-to-make-an-impression/ Ned Lester 2026-08-05 23:14:40 Queensland Reds prop Massimo De Lutiis has been called into the Wallabies squad in Japan after Zane Nonggorr picked up an injury. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/uncapped-wallabies-prospect-joins-squad-after-20-test-prop-ruled-out/ Finn Morton 2026-08-05 22:49:18 Bristol tight-head prop George Kloska, who made his England debut against Fiji last month, has signed a new long-term contract with the West Country club. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/new-england-cap-george-kloska-commits-his-future-to-bristol/ Jon Newcombe 2026-08-05 16:59:37 The 28-year-old Pumas fly-half admitted he was guilty of misconduct for his behaviour towards referee Angus Gardner at the end of Argentina's 31-24 defeat to England last month. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/apologetic-tomas-albornoz-cops-ban-for-angry-confrontation/ Jon Newcombe 2026-08-05 16:34:51 A historic tour is just days away from gracing the rugby world's screens for the first time in 30 years, and New Zealand have revealed which 23 men will bring down the curtain against the Stormers in Cape Town. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/embargo-all-blacks-name-two-potential-debutants-in-first-team-of-rgr-tour/ Ned Lester 2026-08-05 15:00:52 Fly-half Yaqeen Ahmed starts at 10 for Friday's historic clash against the tourists at the DHL Stadium in Cape Town. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/junior-bok-star-handed-dream-stormers-debut-vs-all-blacks/ Jon Newcombe 2026-08-05 14:35:59 Ellie Kildunne will make an instant return to the Twickenham Stoop in Round 1 of the 2026/27 JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby season for new club Bristol Bears. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/pwr-fixtures-ellie-kildunne-to-make-twickenham-stoop-return-in-round-1-of-2026-27/ Joe Harvey 2026-08-05 11:00:07 Alex Sanderson has put the Gallagher PREM on notice after admitting that Sale Sharks are fed up of being second best and are hunting silverware this season. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/weve-brought-in-big-men-who-like-to-bang-alex-sanderson/ Neil Fissler 2026-08-05 10:51:56 Former England U20 international Rory Jennings has called it quits as a professional rugby player, aged 30, after representing 10 different clubs in a nomadic career. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/rory-jennings-calls-time-on-10-club-pro-career-after-cardiff-exit/ Jon Newcombe 2026-08-05 10:22:07 Libbie Janse van Rensburg will captain South Africa ahead of their second-ever encounter with Fiji this weekend in Suva. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/janse-van-rensburg-given-captaincy-ahead-of-bok-womens-clash-with-fiji/ Joe Harvey 2026-08-05 09:34:35 The All Blacks could go into the four-Test Greatest Rivalry Series as the number one ranked team in the world. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/world-rankings-springboks-place-at-no-1-under-threat-in-buenos-aires/ Jon Newcombe 2026-08-05 09:28:05 Dave Butcher says there “wasn't even a hesitation” when he was asked if he would take up the role as Scotland women’s interim head coach ahead of the WXV Global Series. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/there-wasnt-even-a-hesitation-butcher-ready-to-lead-scotland-at-wxv-global-series/ Gary Heatly 2026-08-05 09:08:46 RugbyPass gives our picks for eight stars of the XVs game who we think would excel on the SVNS Series circuit. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/eight-xvs-stars-who-would-light-up-the-hsbc-svns-series/ Nick Wasiliev 2026-08-05 07:26:56 With his ankle issue now in the rearview, the 24-year-old has the opportunity to further his ascension, and he can do so against the team he scored a Springbok record of 37 points against last year. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/sacha-fm-what-people-dont-understand-about-boks-10-jersey-contest/ Ned Lester 2026-08-05 06:22:31 Rugby Australia have confirmed the draws for the 2026 Super Rugby AUS and Super Rugby U16 campaigns. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/state-rivalries-renewed-as-super-rugby-aus-and-u19-schedules-confirmed/ Finn Morton 2026-08-05 05:21:17 Wellington have thrown a curveball at old foes Auckland ahead of Saturday's NPC showdown, naming All Black Du'Plessis Kirifi at inside centre. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/duplessis-kirifi-makes-shock-switch-to-midfield-for-wellington/ Ned Lester 2026-08-05 04:49:24 ACT Brumbies recruit Aiden Stait has opened up on the “big impact” La Rochelle-based Wallaby Will Skelton had on his career. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/the-big-impact-will-skelton-had-on-giant-brumbies-recruits-career/ Finn Morton 2026-08-05 03:40:57 I wonder who else remembers that game. You should do, given how much we bang on about the All Blacks’ run of unbeaten games at Eden Park. https://www.rugbypass.com/news/all-blacks-tour-of-south-africa-is-a-fact-finding-mission/ Hamish Bidwell 2026-08-05 03:19:13