Rugby World

Rugby World is a monthly magazine dedicated to rugby union, established in October 1960. Published by IPC Media, it is currently edited by Owain Jones, who succeeded the long-time editor Paul Morgan in January 2012. Morgan was highly regarded in the field, and under his leadership, the magazine became the best-selling rugby magazine globally. The magazine has seen a surge in popularity, especially after the Rugby Union World Cup in 2003, which sparked greater interest in the sport around the world.

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What is the most points scored in a European cup game?

2 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Sarah Rendell

The 2024-25 European Champions Cup Round of 16 saw some hefty scorelines but did any of them break records? The European Champions Cup Round of 16 matches this season saw some huge scorelines. The average total points scored in each game was 67.75 with the most points scored coming in Saracens’ game against Toulon. The French team put 72 points on Sarries but the London club scored 42 of their own. That is an aggregate score of 114.
Why is Dave Ward leaving Bristol?

2 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Sarah Rendell

The head coach, who joined the club in 2021, is leaving following the end of the 2024/25 season Bristol Bears head coach Dave Ward has departed his role to “pursue another opportunity”. Ward, who was previously a player for clubs like Harlequins, joined Bristol in 2021. He has since led the side to four successive Premiership Women’s Rugby semi-finals.
How many English teams are left in the European Champions Cup?

2 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Sarah Rendell

Only one side from England remain in rugby's leading European competition The European Champions Cup has been dominated by French winners in its history with the last non-French team to claim the trophy being Exeter Chiefs in 2020. The last 16 matches highlighted the French might once again. But even more so the gap to the English teams in the competition. Read more: Why are South African teams struggling in the Champions Cup?
British & Irish Lions captains: Who has led the Test side from 1888 through to the present day

2 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Jacob Whitehead

To be appointed British & Irish Lions captain is one of the greatest honours for a rugby player from the Home Nations. Some of the men who’ve worn the armband since the first tour in 1888 are well-known, such as Martin Johnson, Willie John McBride and Bill Beaumont. But what about the war heroes, maths PhDs, boxers and reverends who have also led this most prestigious of teams?
What is a drop goal in rugby union?

3 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Joe Harvey

A drop goal in rugby union is a method of scoring points and has been a useful tool throughout the sport’s history There are a variety of different ways to score points in rugby union. You can score a try for five points, convert it for two and kick a penalty or drop goal for three. The drop goal in rugby union is perhaps the most artful way for a team to get points and are often utilised when a game hangs in the balance.
Why isn't Marlie Packer playing for England this weekend?

3 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Sarah Rendell

The former England Red Roses captain is not in the matchday 23 to face Wales on 29 March TAGS: Englandwomen's six nations England will play Wales at the Principality Stadium on Saturday in the Women’s Six Nations. The team will be doing so without vice-captain Marlie Packer, who has been dropped from the matchday 23. She played in their tournament opener against Italy, which the team won 38-5.
What is the Hong Kong Sevens? 10 things you need to know about the iconic rugby tournament

3 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Joe Harvey

The Hong Kong Sevens is one of the most iconic rugby events in the world and has recently relocated to a new stadium This weekend HSBC SVNS will roll into Asia for the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens. A centrepiece event in the rugby sevens calendar, 17 men’s and women’s teams will descend upon the South China Sea to become the latest champions of the much-heralded tournament.
Who is favourite to be named British & Irish Lions captain?

4 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Joe Harvey

Rugby World looks at the bookmaker's favourites to lead Andy Farrell's British & Irish Lions in Australia this summer. With the Guinness Men’s Six Nations having come to a close all eyes are now on the British & Irish Lions’ tour of Australia this summer. After his successes with Ireland, Andy Farrell has been named head coach for the Lions Men’s Series and has also named his coaching staff.
When was the last time England lost a Women's Six Nations game?

1 month ago | rugbyworld.com | Sarah Rendell

The Red Roses have won the last six Women's Six Nations trophies and are on an impressive unbeaten streak TAGS: Englandwomen's six nations England are about to embark on a Women’s Six Nations campaign where they will look to continue their unbeaten run in the competition. The Red Roses have won the last six titles, winning every game along the way.
Playing with your partner, sensory rooms and boxing costumes – Red Roses trio reveal how England Women are plotting Six Nations and World Cup double - Rugby World

1 month ago | rugbyworld.com | Josh Graham

We went to Bristol to hear from Abbie Ward, Holly Aitchison and Sarah Bern ahead of a huge 2025 for the women's game Three bears walk into a room. It almost sounds like the start of a corny joke but 2025 is no laughing matter for Bristol’s Red Rose trio that are sat in front of me. Forwards Sarah Bern and Abbie Ward bear the scars of World Cup final losses to New Zealand in 2017 and 2022.