International Rugby
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All Blacks legend Dan Carter announces shock return to Super Rugby at 38
Carter, a three-time world player of the year, said he realised during coronavirus lockdown how much he missed the game.
AFP
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Three Welsh rugby internationals have contracted coronavirus, says coach Wayne Pivac
As things stand, Wales still have to play their delayed Six Nations finale against Scotland in Cardiff, with October touted as a possibility.
AFP
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World Rugby says 2020 international season could be over, announces $100 million relief package
The organisation’s chairman Bill Beaumont says it may not be possible to hold any more fixtures this year.
AFP
Trending
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Making savoury curries with sweet fruits has always been an Indian specialty
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Why Congress lost Chhattisgarh
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Stolen fingerprints, empty bank accounts: How customers are paying for gaps in Aadhaar
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Why KCR lost Telangana – and what it means for state parties
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Election results: What does BJP’s hegemony in the Hindi belt mean for Indian politics?
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Coronavirus: All Blacks take 50 percent pay freeze with no more rugby action expected in 2020
The cutbacks will apply to Super Rugby players, including All Blacks, the women’s Black Ferns and the sevens programmes.
AFP
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Coronavirus: New Zealand Rugby cuts staff salaries as sport faces heavy losses in revenue
New Zealand Rugby needed to staunch cash outflows and staff had agreed to a 40% pay cut for the next three months, with talks underway with players.
AFP
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Coronavirus: Rugby Australia lays off 75% staff, USA body files for bankruptcy as losses mount
Rugby Australia on Monday posted a near $6 mn deficit.
AFP
Video
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‘Wasn’t it obvious?’: Billie Eilish confirms her coming out at Variety’s Hitmakers red carpet event
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Watch: Schoolboy struggles to leave house as pet cat keeps climbing on his back
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Caught on camera: Actor Mumtaz dances to a classic Asha Bhosle song with the singer by her side
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‘My body is in Paris, but my heart is in Gaza’: Arab rapper dedicates award to Palestinian children
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Watch: Reluctant pet dogs refuse to go past the cat settled on the stairs
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Coronavirus: Italian rugby player Maxime Mbanda volunteers as an ambulance driver in Parma
The 26-year-old has no medical experience, but he is working with the support of his girlfriend and his father, a surgeon in Milan.
AFP
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From appointing new coach to potential retirements: Issues facing Rugby world champions Spingboks
Choosing a successor to Rassie Erasmus is a pressing issue for the Springboks as they bask in the glory of lifting the Rugby World Cup.
AFP
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Rugby: New Zealand warm up for World Cup with thumping win over Australia to retain Bledisloe Cup
The All Blacks dug deep into their wealth of experience to outscore the Wallabies five tries to nil.
AFP
The Reel
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‘Mast Mein Rehne Ka’ trailer: Jackie Shroff, Neena Gupta star in slice-of-life comedy
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Start the week with a film: Russian literature and Kangra painting meet in ‘Kasba’
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Vir Das: ‘Humanity without laughter wouldn’t survive very long’
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Watch: ‘House of the Dragon’ season 2 teaser trailer is out
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‘The Boys’ season 4 trailer: Homelander grows in influence as Butcher tries to rally his team
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Legal height of rugby tackle to be lowered to avoid concussions and other injuries
Trials will take place in the Championship Cup competition, England rugby’s second tier.
AFP
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Move over Neymar: How rugby players hope to change Brazil
The South American nation has 16,000 registered players, compared to the millions in football.
AFP
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Rugby player lands in hospital after trying to pet lion in South Africa
Should have known he would not be impressed with me stroking his lioness before introducing myself to him first, Scott Baldwin tweeted.
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The Field
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India tour of South Africa: Markram to lead hosts in white-ball; Temba Bavuma to captain in Tests
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Commonwealth Games: After Victoria, Gold Coast scraps bid to host 2026 edition
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Pro Kabaddi League: Tamil Thalaivas thump Dabang Delhi KC; Gujarat Giants edge past Bengaluru Bulls
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Borges on target as FC Goa pip Kerala Blasters to top league table
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Australia tour of India: Axar Patel, Shreyas Iyer shine as hosts wrap up T20I series with win