Despite a record-setting regular season campaign and a first-ever playoff appearance, the Free Jacks have not sat idly during the off-season. Once again there will be significant changes to the roster in 2023, with almost half their starters from last season now on the departures list. MLR Player of the …
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Cobras will play their Super Rugby Americas matches at the home of soccer club Nacional Atlético, in the Barra Funda district of São Paulo. Estádio Nicolau Alayon played host to the test match between Brazil and Portugal in November 2019. Originally opened in 1938, the venue features a grass playing …
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The 2023 Major League Rugby preseason officially got underway on Friday afternoon. It was the first MLR game played in the state of Michigan, pitting the Toronto Arrows against the New York Ironworkers at the indoor venue of the Legacy Center Sports Complex in Brighton. Few details have been made …
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The USA have advanced to the Women’s Cup Quarter Finals at the Sydney Sevens after a strong performance against Great Britain. Tries from Naya Tapper and Kristi Kirshe secured a lead that would not be relinquished in a 10-5 victory. It was a quick turnaround in form for the Eagles, …
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No Americas teams have reached the Cup Quarter Finals of the Sydney Sevens. It represents a stark reversal in fortunes after the 1st and 3rd-place finishes respectively for Argentina and the USA just a week ago in Hamilton. Just two wins were shared between the four Americas teams in the …
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The Major League Rugby preseason match scheduled to take place in Houston on Saturday between the SaberCats and the Gold has been cancelled. NOLA are unable to field a side this weekend, with several players dealing with the effects of COVID-19. Houston will be hosting an open practice and a …
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The San Diego Legion have confirmed the return of Jale Railala. A late arrival during the 2022 campaign, the 26-year-old Fijian lock will be available for the entirety of the new season. Railala debuted in San Diego’s 11th game of the season and would then appear in their 7 remaining …
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South Africa is to host back-to-back u20 World Championships in 2023 and 2024. World Rugby confirmed the decision in an announcement that also included pools for the 2023 tournament. The Americas’ giant, Argentina, join South Africa, Italy and Georgia in Pool C of the 2023 u20 World Championship. South Africa …
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Justin Basson will be playing for Rugby ATL this season after all. The 28-year-old lock had initially departed the side to join the Sharks in the United Rugby Championship. After five appearances, however, he has now returned to Atlanta for a second Major League Rugby campaign. Last season saw Basson …
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Paddy Ryan won’t be returning to the San Diego Legion after all. The Australian international has opted instead to remain in Japan, signing for the Tokyo Black Rams of League One. Ryan confirmed the change of plans on social media. “I’m very excited to join the Black Rams for the …
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