Olympic-qualified teams get financial lifeline

World Rugby has announced details of a rugby sevens investment strategy to optimise the sport’s preparation for, and participation at, next year’s Olympic Games.

Pollard: We’re prepared to be tested daily

Springbok and Montpellier flyhalf Handre Pollard says players are so eager for the new French Top 14 season to begin that they’re willing to undergo Covid-19 tests every day if need be.

Robertson keen to assist Farrell with Lions defence

Crusaders boss Scott Robertson says his desire to work with the British & Irish Lions doesn’t necessarily have to be as an assistant coach.

Australasian sevens tournaments called off

World Rugby has announced the New Zealand and Australian legs of the 2021 World Rugby Sevens Series will not be played amid the continued uncertainty surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic.

McGeechan: Robertson doesn’t know northern players

Sir Ian McGeechan has argued that Warren Gatland should think twice before bringing Scott Robertson into the British & Irish Lions coaching staff set-up.

Pollard rubbishes rumours of Montpellier exit

Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard has dismissed rumours from England linking him with a move to Premiership side Bath at the end of the season.

In Pictures: Lions prepare for contact training

Following mandatory Covid-19 health tests, the Lions, along with the rest of the South African franchises, will return to full-contact training this week.

Why Boks must choose Eight Nations

The Money Man and Mark Keohane discuss why the Springboks should play in the Eight Nations tournament rather than head to New Zealand for the Rugby Championship.

Watch: Young NRL-bound Fijian punches referee

A teenage rugby player in Fiji is facing a possible life ban and criminal charges for assaulting a referee and breaking his nose in the process.

Sharks players locked and reloaded

Check out the full list of Sharks players who have recently signed contract extensions with the Durban franchise.