Rugby

All Blacks great Stu Wilson, known for his ebullient personality and pioneering play, dies at 70

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Stu Wilson , an elusive All Blacks winger whose playing style reflected his ebullient personality, has died. He was 70. Wilson's death was confirmed by New Zealand Rugby, which did not specify a cause.

Jun 8, 2025 5:26 PM Read more >

Brumbies' Super Rugby playoff journey continues: Can they break the New Zealand hoodoo?

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The ACT Brumbies will become the latest Australian team to take on the New Zealand playoff hoodoo in Super Rugby after beating the Wellington-based Hurricanes in Canberra.

Jun 7, 2025 7:44 PM Read more >

Canadian men score nine tries, thump Tonga in Oceania Rugby U20s Challenge

NADI — Liam James scored two of Canada's nine tries in a 57-27 win over Tonga at the Oceania Rugby U20s Challenge on Saturday.

Jun 7, 2025 2:25 PM Read more >

Rugby league legend Mal Meninga set to be inaugural coach of NRL expansion club Perth

BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — The National Rugby League's newest team will have one of its oldest coaches when it begins play in 2027.

Jun 5, 2025 11:48 PM Read more >

Chiefs seem ready to win the Super Rugby title after losing in the final twice

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The Chiefs head into the first round of Super Rugby playoffs as top seeds and favorites, poised to win their first title since 2013 after finishing runners-up in the last two seasons.

Jun 4, 2025 6:57 PM Read more >