WORLD RUGBY

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Georgia respond to doping scandal as 'serious blow' to rugby's reputation

The Georgian Rugby Union has issued a formal response to findings from World Rugby and the World Anti-Doping Agency, acknowledging the significant reputational harm caused to the sport in the country.

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World Rugby confirms doping breaches involving seven from Georgia national team

World Rugby has announced that six Georgian players and a member of the coaching staff have been sanctioned after being found in violation of anti-doping regulations.

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Rassie hails 'invaluable' World Rugby Summit as rules set to remain unchanged

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus called World Rugby’s recent Shape of the Game summit 'invaluable' and confirmed rugby’s core rules will stay unchanged ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

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No decisions, just gin and tonic: Eddie Jones slams World Rugby meeting

Eddie Jones did not mince his words after attending World Rugby's Shape of the Game conference last week, where it was decided that no law changes would be made.

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World Rugby confirms no new law changes following Shape of the Game summit

World Rugby has confirmed that no changes to the lawbook will occur following the conclusion of the annual Shape of the Game meeting.

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Eddie Jones points out worrying lineout trend after France demolish Ireland

Eddie Jones believes World Rugby needs to step in and properly police the lineouts, or they will stop becoming a contest.