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Scott Robertson said in a statement he was ‘gutted’ to be leaving. Photo: AFP
Rugby World Cup 2027

All Blacks fire coach Robertson less than two years before World Cup

The 51-year-old said he was ‘gutted’ to be leaving the team; former Australia coach Dave Rennie has been linked to the job.

Year in Review

Year in rugby: South Africa dominate, France win Six Nations, England rising

Rugby World Cup 2027

Rugby World Cup 2027: can Hong Kong close gap before facing Wallabies, All Blacks?

Rugby World Cup 2027

2027 Rugby World Cup draw: Hong Kong welcome clashes with Australia, New Zealand

‘Everybody loves an underdog, and giant-killers,’ captain Josh Hrstich says after debutants are drawn in Pool A with two rugby superpowers.

Hong Kong players Eric Chui Wai-lap (left) and captain Josh Hrstich react to Wednesday’s draw. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong players Eric Chui Wai-lap (left) and captain Josh Hrstich react to Wednesday’s draw. Photo: Dickson Lee
Rugby World Cup 2027

2027 Rugby World Cup draw: when is it, how do I watch, who won’t Hong Kong play?

The city’s men have qualified for the tournament for the first time and are in Band 4 for the ceremony in Sydney.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong rugby players eye differing World Cup road maps as club season resumes

City’s women unearthed some new faces on encouraging European tour, while the men, already World Cup-bound, learned a lesson in Portugal.

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Asia Rugby

Coach Eddie Jones tells his Japanese rugby players to beef up after bruising tour

Australian says he wants to see those who hope to play for national side to work harder, says his team can make last four of next World Cup.

Japan full-back Yoshitaka Yazaki makes a break during the Autumn Nations Series match against Ireland in Dublin on November 8. The Irish won 41-10. Photo: AFP
Japan full-back Yoshitaka Yazaki makes a break during the Autumn Nations Series match against Ireland in Dublin on November 8. The Irish won 41-10. Photo: AFP
Rugby World Cup 2027

Samoa last team to reach 2027 Rugby World Cup after winning qualifying event

They join Hong Kong and 22 other teams in the draw on December 3 following tense draw with Belgium in Dubai.

Hong Kong International Test Rugby

Rugby chiefs unveil ‘watershed’ Nations Championship to crown top team, hemisphere

Top 12 teams to play in international windows of July and November, while 12 more teams including Hong Kong will play in second-tier Nations Cup.

Rugby World Cup 2027

Belgium on brink of surprise Rugby World Cup spot, but must beat Samoa to make it

The Belgians will face the Pacific Islanders for a spot at the 2027 tournament after both teams get two wins in the qualifiers in Dubai.

Belgium’s Felipe Geraghty pounces on a loose ball during the Rugby World Cup 2027 final qualification tournament match against Brazil in Dubai on Thursday. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong rugby team hope for ‘memorable’ Portugal win in first Test of autumn

Head coach Logan Asplin makes changes to his side, believes Portuguese side could be vulnerable in Lisbon after loss to Uruguay last week.

Hong Kong’s Marcus Ramage (centre) returns to the wing spot he occupied against Japan after scoring a hat-trick from centre against the Brumbies. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong’s Marcus Ramage (centre) returns to the wing spot he occupied against Japan after scoring a hat-trick from centre against the Brumbies. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong face ACT Brumbies seeking signs of progress on road to Rugby World Cup

Team aim to put ‘tough couple of weeks’ behind them after loss to Japan A and revelation of Luke van der Smit’s failed drugs test.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong rugby’s Luke van der Smit facing long ban after failing drugs test

The No 8 reportedly tested positive for a performance-enhancing substance after Asia Rugby Championship clash against Korea in July.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong handed 9-try Rugby World Cup reality check by Japan A

City’s men lose Kai Tak Stadium encounter 59-14, with coach Andrew Douglas ‘pretty disappointed’ with team’s performance.

Japan centre Yuto Mori races clear of the Hong Kong defence on the way to scoring one of his side’s nine tries. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong name side with eye on Rugby World Cup future for Japan A clash

Andrew Douglas looking to ‘build something’ with 23-man squad that includes some different combinations in forwards and backs.

Eric Chui has been named among the replacements for the game against Japan A. Photo: Dickson Lee
Eric Chui has been named among the replacements for the game against Japan A. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong rugby coach ‘pretty happy’ with new-look side despite loss to Japan club

Andrew Douglas impressed by performances of six debutants in fast-paced display, with only blip an injury to young scrum-half Eric Chui.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Japan tour set to gauge Hong Kong’s progress on road to 2027 Rugby World Cup

Players and coaches relishing trip, which features two matches, to see how far they have come since qualifying for 2027 tournament.

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World Rugby

Major rugby nations unite to say they will ban players who join rebel series R360

Breakaway organisation akin to LIV Golf says it has signed up 200 players to launch a multi-city series next year.

South Africa (in green) and New Zealand are among eight countries urging their men’s and women’s players to think carefully before accepting offers from R360. Photo: AFP
South Africa (in green) and New Zealand are among eight countries urging their men’s and women’s players to think carefully before accepting offers from R360. Photo: AFP
World Rugby

Ex-England rugby captain Lewis Moody diagnosed with ALS, or motor neurone disease

The 47-year-old, who played a key role in his country’s 2003 World Cup win, says he does not feel unwell and is ‘staying positive’.

Rugby World Cup 2027

Rugby World Cup 2027: Hong Kong to learn identity of group opponents in December

Hosts Australia to kick off expanded 6-week-long tournament, which will feature a round of 16 for first time.

Rugby World Cup 2027

New faces, old heads and surprise omissions as Hong Kong enter professional era

Bosses name 35-strong group of contracted players ahead of training camp in Japan that marks start of 2027 World Cup preparation.

Josh Hrstich is expected to lead the side during the training camp and against Japan A next month. Photo: HKCR
Hong Kong China Rugby

Rugby World Cup looms large as Hong Kong aim to get up to speed for 2027

Amid countdown to tournament debut in Australia, coaches working to ensure the city can be competitive.

Hong Kong earned their World Cup place by beating South Korea to clinch the Asia Rugby Championship in Incheon in July. Photo: HKCR
Hong Kong earned their World Cup place by beating South Korea to clinch the Asia Rugby Championship in Incheon in July. Photo: HKCR
Hong Kong China Rugby

New global women’s rugby series adds 100 matches to calendar, Hong Kong in tier 2

WXV Global Series will run from 2026 to 2028, with Hong Kong taking on Brazil, Fiji, the Netherlands, Samoa and Spain.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong to take on Japan A in first for men’s rugby at Kai Tak Stadium

Hong Kong to begin journey to 2027 Rugby World Cup with debut clash at city’s new 50,000-seat venue.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong change head coach, 6 weeks after qualifying for Rugby World Cup

Andrew Douglas will move aside to focus on job as head of technical rugby, with assistant Logan Asplin stepping up to take team to Australia.

Incoming head coach Logan Asplin (right) putting the Hong Kong team through a warm-up session ahead of an Asia Rugby Championship match. Photo: HKCR
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