Rugby World

Rugby World is the voice of global rugby and the biggest-selling rugby magazine anywhere. Through its team of respected and professional writers, it offers unrivalled access to the players and coaches behind the thrilling clashes that define the sport of international rugby union. The magazine has four editions, one for each of the UK national teams, and delivers a comprehensive monthly package of rugby action, with hundreds of images that capture the excitement and passion that define this high-impact sport..

Causing a splash • No in-goal, no touch – just dive to score! Water Rugby, the brainchild of former France fly-half Yann Delaigue, returns to Toulouse from 29 June to 2 July

Let’s share legendary grass-roots stories

YOUR RUGBY CALENDAR • A look at the oval-ball events happening across June

THE DIRECTORY • There’s lots of rugby going on over the summer – here are the details you need

2023 WORLD CUP FIXTURES

“Some guys call me Submarine as I go under the radar on a night out” • The South African talks piloting, painting and partying before he swaps Perpignan for Paris

WHAT’S ON YOUR PHONE

AROUND THE WORLD IN TEN STORIES • A round-up of stories from all over the globe

Politics part of ref selection • Our former elite referee looks at the panel chosen for the World Cup in France

SCHOOLS ROUND UP

“The dread of sessions in World Cup camp is the worst bit!” • The Wales captain who has represented the Lions and Scarlets with distinction

RISING STARS

Should we keep the score in mini rugby?

WHAT GOES ON TOUR… • [ Goes in Rugby World ]

RUGBY RANT • Unburden the TMO, argues Daily Telegraph rugby reporter Charles Richardson

SHORT PASS

INSIDE THE MIND OF… JULIÁN MONTOYA • The Leicester and Argentina hooker shares some thoughts

Jade Konkel-Roberts • Scotland’s firefighting forward has blazed her own trail

HAZARDOUS CROSSING • Ed Jackson struck a blow for disability when completing an Icelandic challenge

GEORGE CHUTER • Age 46 Position Hooker Teams Saracens, Leicester & England (2006-10)

“To be world champions you must have the full package” • The France defence coach looks ahead to the Rugby World Cup in France

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World Cup Wannabes • As expanded squads head into World Cup training camps, can these players grab their ticket to France 2023?

JACK WILLIS • The Toulouse and England openside has had a roller-coaster few years. He delves into it all here…

CIRCLE OF POWER • The Allianz Premier 15s is heading for an exciting climax – and Sean Lynn hopes his Gloucester-Hartpury team will be there

YOUR RUGBY WORLD NEEDS YOU! • Rip up the format? More star names? Here’s your chance to have a say about your magazine

DAMIAN McKENZIE • The All Black is running the show in an unexpected role for high-flying Chiefs

“Australia are difficult to predict – something of a given with Eddie” • Ahead of a truncated Rugby Championship, Stephen Jones assesses what’s going on below the Equator as the four southern giants gear up for the World Cup in France

MY LIFE IN PICTURES… JOSH NAVIDI • The Cardiff, Wales and Lions back-row has hung up his boots at 32 due to a neck injury. Here are his highs and lows…

DEON FOURIE • Siya Kolisi’s injury may open the door for the veteran Springbok back-row

EXETER 3.0 • Josh Graham examines how Exeter Chiefs are rebuilding the club after an exodus of senior players

Jersey Boys • We find out how the Channel Islanders managed to upset the odds and win the Championship…

WOLVES ON THE PROWL • Portugal are back at the Rugby World Cup – and will have extra bite...