World Rugby and Gilbert have today announced the unveiling of the official match ball design for the Men’s Rugby World Cup ...

Rugby is a chaotic game at the best of times, so it can be difficult to gauge when illegal actions such as forward passes occur. That's where a new "smart rugby ball" comes in, which is packed with ...

World Rugby is to give a first trial to "smart ball" technology at the World Rugby Under 20 Championships in South Africa next month. The ball has been developed by sports technology specialists ...

Top women's sevens players will use a smaller ball – known as a size 4.5 - as rugby extends a trial which adapts equipment to anatomical differences.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 24: Jess Breach of England takes a selfie as her team mates pose with the Six Nations Trophy after victory in the Women's Six Nations match between England and France at The ...

Rugby can be a complex game, but there is one rule clearly understood by all: you cannot pass the ball forward. Though the concept might sound simple, it can be difficult to officiate. When it comes ...