Rugby News, Analysis, History, Schedule, Rumours
In the latest news on injured All Blacks hooker Dane Coles, he has honestly assessed that he is still yet to recover to ‘All Blacks fitness’ levels. This is after he tore the ACL in his knee, that required surgery in late 2017. The Test hooker is yet to earn his place with the Hurricanes, let […] READ MORE
In more positive news for the New Zealand women's World Champion rugby team, it has been announced that there has been a Black Ferns double-header added to the Bledisloe Cup schedule. As well, the All Blacks announce a warm up 'Game of three halves' in Christchurch, ahead of the June Internationals READ MORE
This weekend, New Zealand super rugby teams will face ‘external opposition’ for what seems like the first time in 2018. This is a positive for NZ Super Rugby teams, as calls recently for the Local Derby matches to be reduced in frequency had gained strength. As the Hurricanes get set to face the Sunwolves tonight […] READ MORE
World Rugby has announced the referee appointments for the June international window. This year that’s a bumper crop of matches, that includes some Rugby World Cup 2019 qualifiers. But it’s the three major international series in the southern hemisphere, that we’ll take a look at. June International Referees announced A noticeable look to the appointments, […] READ MORE
Returning to the field in 2018, most fans will agree that Brodie Retallick at the peak of his 'Rugby Powers'. The big lock has been in commanding form for the Chiefs, looking ahead to the June Internationals against France READ MORE
Known for his focus on the field, and for his charisma and respect off of it, Last Word on Rugby was unsure if the message to interview Sean Fitzpatrick was ill-timed. He was on holiday with family mind you. But wishing to gain an insight into understanding rugby from both hemispheres, Fitzpatrick has the perfect […] READ MORE
Irish Rugby have announced a schedule for next year, when Ireland tour Australia in June. It will be the first three-test visit by Ireland, competing for the Lansdowne Cup away from home for the first time since 2010. In a media release, IRFU Chief Executive Philip Browne commented, “the IRFU are delighted to tour Australia in June 2018. “Games […] READ MORE
As the wealth of games built-up, World Rugby was truly reflected in June Internationals matches that produced quality rugby. It was across the men’s and women’s game, in junior rugby and in Sevens played in Europe. Many of these match outcomes are listed below, but there were so many more. Better resources to discover those […] READ MORE
The mix of traditional fixtures, new meetings and crucial tier one and tier two games, it all makes for some sensational June Internationals over the next five weeks [and ongoing]. READ MORE
A fair crowd of 30 000 spectators were on hand to see an improved Springboks defeat France at Loftus Versveld. South Africa 37 France 14 South Africa – Tries: Kriel, Penalty Try, Cronje, Serfontein Conversions: Jantjies (3) Automatic Conversion Penalties: Jantjies (3) France – Tries: Chavancy, Serin Conversions: Plisson (2) We take a look at […] READ MORE
Ryan is the Managing Editor at Last Word on Rugby and resides in Johannesburg, South Africa. He specializes in opinion pieces relating to International rugby, Super Rugby and domestic rugby in South Africa.
His career highlights include being granted media accreditation for the Rugby World Cup tournament.