Organisation goes from $37m deficit to $70m profit in 12 monthsRecord operating surplus largely thanks to successful Lions tour Supporters of the British and Irish Lions have given Rugby Australia a financial launchpad ahead of the men’s and women’s World Cups, driving a record $70.6m surplus in 2025.The result, helped by strong attendance at the three Lions matches and a full calendar of Tests, reverses the pain of the previous period, when RA recorded a $37m deficit. Continue reading…

Leicester coach Brett Deacon and former Catalans Dragons head coach Joel Tomkins join Gloucester’s staff for 2026-27, as Trevor Woodman leaves.

Northampton Saints’ England Under-20s full-back James Pater signs a new contract with the Prem leaders.

Wales captain Jac Morgan praised for his “tremendous” man-of-the-match performance for Ospreys just days after the death of his cousin and “best friend”.

After overcoming a debilitating injury, the Ireland captain is relishing the prospect of a grudge match against FranceTwelve months ago Erin King was not only told she may never play rugby again but faced the possibility of being unable to even run. Fast forward to now and the 22-year-old is ready to lead Ireland in their revenge mission against France this Saturday after their rivals knocked them out of last year’s Rugby World Cup in King’s absence.King, who transitioned from sevens rugby after the 2024 Olympics, had sustained a serious knee injury against England at the 2025 Six Nations which ruled her out of the global showpiece. It was a blow for Ireland’s campaign with the back row going from strength-to-strength in the 15s game. In 2024 she had been named the World Rugby breakthrough player of the year after standout performances that included scoring two tries in the team’s historic win over New Zealand at the WXV tournament.This is an extract from our weekly rugby union email, the Breakdown. To subscribe just visit this page and follow the instructions. Continue reading…