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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"Martin Corry came up to me and told me he felt like knocking me out. I always appreciated complete honesty": Alastair Campbell on the 2005 Lions Tour from Hell. - Rugby World

4 days ago | rugbyworld.com | Neil Squires

New Labour spin doctor, Alastair Campbell, remembers his brief stint in rugby on the 2005 Lions Tour from hell TAGS: Alistair CampbellBritish & Irish LionsNew Zealand As a political spin doctor, Alastair Campbell was the surprise pick by Sir Clive Woodward for the 2005 British & Irish Lions tour to New Zealand.
The Longest Game – world record attempt gets underway

1 week ago | rugbyworld.com | Alan Pearey

Lions legends will be in attendance as 92 hardy souls push themselves to the limit The British & Irish Lions kick off their 2025 tour when they play Argentina in Dublin on Friday – but first comes a very different athletic feat. Mullingar RFC, in County Westmeath, Ireland, is hosting a double Guinness World Record attempt this week. From 8am today to 10pm tomorrow (18-19 June), 92 players across four teams will take part in a 36-hour, non-stop rugby match.
"Hopefully he doesn't have a stinker!" Danny Care on the Premiership final referee he knows intimately

2 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Josh Graham

Referee Karl Dickson was Danny Care's understudy at Harlequins as a player When he would jump in the car for hours straight after training to go and referee a game miles away, Danny Care got the impression his old team-mate Karl Dickson would make a good fist of his new profession.
"They're delusional" – TNT Sports chief on why R360 league won't work

2 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Josh Graham

The broadcaster confirmed it will not show proposed Mike Tindall's proposed competition The chances of Mike Tindall’s R360 breakaway rugby league becoming a money-making enterprise have been slammed by the big boss of TNT Sports. Tindall is the driving force behind the proposed 12-team franchise league which would host events around the world in a grand prix-style with a 16-match season taking place in two blocks between April to June and August to September.
Adidas HQ with the Black Ferns

4 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Josh Graham

New Zealand Rugby and Adidas celebrated 25 years together, so Rugby World made the trip to Germany to take a peek behind the curtain. TAGS: AdidasBlack Ferns The willingness of the second biggest sports manufacturer in the world to open their doors wide to the Black Ferns and give them the VIP treatment is a good indicator of how women’s rugby has grown. The fact Adidas also let Rugby World come along for the ride was just an added bonus.
All you need to know

4 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Sarah Rendell

All you need to know about the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup being held in England The 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup is just on the horizon and fans are getting exciting for what is set to be a groundbreaking tournament. It will be held in England and the Red Roses will want to claim the trophy in their own back yard. They will face fierce competition, particularly from the likes of Canada and New Zealand.
Why do scrums happen in a game of rugby?

4 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Sarah Rendell

Scrums are a set piece in rugby union Scrums are a vital part of the game and they can take place many times across a rugby match. Some fans may be wondering why they occur and in what instances they occur, here we explain why scrums happen in rugby union. Read more: What is a maul?
What is a 50:22 kick?

4 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Alan Dymock

We explain the law on kicking from your half into opposition territory Back in 2021, World Rugby unveiled five welfare-based law trials. Within that was the 50:22 kick (as well as several changes at the breakdown). And the kick has become a mainstay of the game, getting fans out of their seat to applaud. Keep an eye out for it during the British and Irish Lions tour. Below is an explainer of how it works…Read more: What is a maul? How does 50:22 kick work?
France rugby coach: Who has led the men's team over the years?

4 weeks ago | rugbyworld.com | Joe Harvey

From Daniel Dubroca to Fabien Galthie, who has been the men's France rugby coach since 1990. France rugby coaches have been some of the best in the rugby business. The standard of coach who has been at the helm of the men’s team has mostly been impressive, including the latest Fabien Galthie. Since 2019, the former France captain has been the man charged with leading the nation and has established the team as one of the world’s best.
How to watch State of Origin: Live stream Queensland v New South Wales

1 month ago | rugbyworld.com | Josh Graham

Follow the action as game 1 of the series kicks off This guide explains how to watch State of Origin live streams wherever you are in the world – including details of how you can use a VPN to watch your usual stream from abroad.