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Australia will host Rugby World Cups in 2027 and 2029. A World Rugby vote in Dublin on Thursday morning determined awarded Australia hosting rights. RWC 2023 will be the Men’s Rugby World Cup and RWC 2029 will be the Women’s Rugby World Cup. RWC 2027 will be the third edition …

This past weekend saw pivotal results that have likely ended the playoff hopes of both Toronto and San Diego. New York’s place in the postseason is now almost secure, while Houston took a big step towards a first-ever playoff appearance to set up a titanic head-to-head clash against record setters …

Peñarol showed why they are the team to beat in SLAR 2022. The Uruguayans were convincing winners over Los Jaguares XV in Montevideo on Tuesday. The 32-14 win over Los Jaguares XV means Peñarol finish top of the table during the regular season with a game in hand. Peñarol’s win …

Selknam sent a message of intent on Tuesday evening; the Chileans were 64-3 winners over Los Cafeteros Pro. The massive victory comes with just one round of the regular season remaining. Rival teams have been sent a message of intent. One question was answered for Argentine fans. Franco Molina is …

Os Cobras are smiling. The Brazilians were 36-25 winners over the Olímpia Lions on Tuesday. The result was the first win of SLAR 2022 for Os Cobras. The win came with a second half onslaught; four quick-fire tries turned around the scoreline and the outcome was secured. In a match …

Tomás Lezana will stay in Wales for at least one more season. The Argentine flanker has signed a contract extension with Llanelli-based Scarlets through 2023. Since making the move from the Western Force last year, Lezana has played 9 games for Scarlets with 2 tries scored. Injury ruled him out …

First plays third as Peñarol host Los Jaguares XV on Tuesday. The fixture falls in the penultimate round os the season; as such, there is plenty on the line. A win for Peñarol would see the Uruguayans finishing the regular season top of the table. This would provide them with …

A pivotal SLAR 2022 fixture sees Los Cafeteros Pro up against Selknam on Tuesday. Both teams need wins for differeing reasons. Los Cafeteros Pro go in to the match in 4th spot. If they win then they will remain on track for the play-off’s. A loss combined with a hypothetical …

Round 9 of SLAR 2022 opens with Cobras vs Olímpia Lions. The  fixture is vital for the Paraguayans. The SLAR 2021 Semi Finalists are presently outside of the play-off’s zone. They need a win to climb above Los Cafeteros Pro and retake 4th position. Os Cobras, meanwhile, are looking to …

Up and Under is a weekly exclusive on Americas Rugby News. It covers the best and worst from games involving the Americas players and teams over the previous week.   UP New York up to second in Eastern Conference Rugby New York took a significant step towards clinching a playoff …