Rugby is a game for all shapes and sizes, from big, burly props to towering second row forwards. Then there are the attacking players in the back line, responsible to breaking through the defence ...

There was a time when Welsh rugby did not need to explain itself. Its identity was intuitive and emotional, carried from the valleys to the Principality Stadium by a shared sense of pride, place and ...

Former England international Joe Marler has warned that rugby's current season structure needs to be reviewed to prevent the sport's top stars from being forced into early retirement. The ...

The Guardian’s picture editors highlight the work of photojournalists working for news agencies worldwide whose images have made an impact and contributed to our journalism during 2025 Over the course ...

To fully appreciate rugby, understanding its seasons and active periods is key. Rugby operates on a structured calendar, with specific leagues and tournaments occurring at designated times throughout ...