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Japan confirms bid for Rugby World Cup 2035

The Japan Rugby Football Union (JRFU) has officially launched a bid to host the Men’s Rugby World Cup in 2035, thereby aiming to bring the prestigious tournament back to Asia. Anchored by the core message of “No Side Spirit,” the campaign is strategically timed to coincide with the JRFU’s 100th …

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At a Glance – Americas Rugby News Round Up

Andrés Bordoy is no longer on Argentina’s Coaching Staff. Felipe Contepomi made the decision. Bordoy’s responsibilities included the scrum which has not been the rock that Contepomi desires. Marcos Ayerza has been rumored as Bordoy’s successor. USA Eagles Great Luke Gross is the newly appointed General Manager of Collegiate Rugby. …

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Brazil vs Spain is Canceled

Brazil’s Women’s team, As Yaras, were due to face Spain on Saturday at 8am (Brasilia time). The match was a WXV Global Challenger fixture in Hong Kong. However, it was canceled due to climate conditions. With there being no time slot to move the match it was called-off. World Rugby …

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At a Glance – Americas Rugby News Roundup

The USA Women’s Eagles got their WXV campaign underway with a thrilling win over Ireland. Canada double was noteworthy. The Men defeated the USA in Japan while the Women halted the England Women’s winning streak in England. Poli-USP secured the Paulista title hours after Brazil’s narrow loss to the Netherlands. …

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South American Games – Day Two Results

The momentum reached a fever pitch on Saturday, September 19, as Day Two of the 2026 South American Games rugby sevens tournament delivered an action-packed slate of matches at the Hipódromo de Rosario. With heavy continental giants flexing their muscles and lower-seeded teams battling fiercely to remain in medal contention, …

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Netherlands Narrowly Overcome Brazil

Brazil competed against the Netherlands on Saturday in WXV. The international women’s fixture between the teams went the way of the Europeans who narrowly overcame the South Americans. The Netherlands took the win by a scoreline of 17-15. The tight contest repeated that of the two battles from 2025 in …

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South American Games – Day One Results

The 2026 South American Games rugby sevens tournament exploded into action on Friday, September 18, at the Hipódromo de Rosario in Argentina, showcasing the continent’s top regional talent. Serving as a crucial stepping stone for continental dominance, Day One featured an intense, fast-paced round-robin schedule across both the men’s and …

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