Americas Rugby News

Formally created in June 2015, this website's goal is to increase media exposure of the Tier 2 rugby nations, and create a hub with a focus on the stories of rugby in the Americas - North, Central and South.

Mexico Write History Against Croatia

History was made on Friday as international competition between Croatia and Mexico began. Known as Las Serpientes, the North Americans confirmed their superior world ranking as they overcame Croatia at Stadion Park Mladeži in Split, Croatia. Mexico defeated Croatia 33-17 in Friday’s test match on the eastern shore of the …

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Benetton sign uncapped prop from Argentina

United Rugby Championship (URC) Benetton have announced the recruitment of an uncapped prop from Argentina. The Italian club will be the first foreign experience for Matías Medrano. The loose-head prop from Buenos Aires replaces Thomas Gallo who is joining Lyon in the Top 14 from next season. Medrano will make …

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At a Glance: Americas Rugby News Roundup

Former Puma Facundo Bosch played in customized rugby boots for Bayonne vs La Rochelle. They were designed by two young cancer patients. 2025 rookie Pumas fullback, Benjamín Elizalde is rumored to be joining Newcastle Red Bulls from Bristol. The Canadian prairies have won big with allocation of matches for the …

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Franco Molina hat-trick stuns Reds in Brisbane

It was intelligence and power from Franco Molina that shone bright in Super Rugby in Brisbane, Australia. Molina scored a hat-trick for the Western Force who were 42-19 winners and claimed a vital bonus point victory.   El Cordobés scored the opening two tries of the night for the Western Force. …

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