IRL recommend Tonga National Rugby League governance reform
The International Rugby League has recommended a package of reforms for Tonga National Rugby League following an investigation.
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International Rugby League appoint independant chairman
International Rugby League has appointed Greg Barclay to be the organisation’s first independent chairman.
Mike Nicholas “really proud” to receive MBE for services to rugby league
Ex-Warrington forward Mike Nicholas says he is really proud to receive an MBE for his services to rugby league in Wales.
Callum McLelland named Scotland Player of the Year
Leeds youngster Callum McLelland has been named Scotland’s Player of the Year for 2019.
Spanish league and further exhibitions to follow after Featherstone visit
Valencia have ambitious plans to attract more teams for exhibitions in 2020, along with competing in the new Spanish national league.
Jason Robinson OBE announced as international ambassador for rugby league world cup 2021
Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021) has announced Jason Robinson OBE as an International Ambassador.
Stuart Cummings takes up role with International Rugby League
International Rugby League has appointed Stuart Cummings as the first ever match official manager. Cummings, 59, will be the public face of match officials for International Rugby League. His roles include...
Player development more important than Super League to new Valencia club
Valencia Huracanes’ model is not reliant on Super League and they are committed to developing Spanish players, according to chief executive Dean Buchan.
The Great Britain Lions must stay, insists Terry O’Connor
Sky Sports pundit Terry O’Connor says the Great Britain Lions brand shouldn’t be dismantled just because of a poor tour.
International Rugby League appoint new anti-doping partner
International Rugby League (IRL) has appointed Clean Game as its independent anti-doping partner. Clean Game is a non-governmental organisation based in Serbia and operated by the officials responsible for the...
Spain head coach steps down
Darren Fisher has stood down as head coach of the Spain national team following six years in charge.
Jarrod Sammut scores in Malta defeat in Wales
Wales Dragonhearts overcame Malta Knights in a very competitive match in Bridgend on Saturday, scoring two late tries to win 34-18.
Nigel Wood says plan needed for other home nations and France but IRL “cannot be responsible for everything”
International Rugby League chief executive Nigel Wood says they need to work out how to develop local players in Wales, Scotland, Ireland and France.
Two Cameroon internationals get chance in Australia
Two young Cameroon players have been given the chance to join Australian side Cooma Stallions on a two-year training programme.
Whitewash GB Lions tour “not a true reflection” of the British game, insists Ralph Rimmer
Rugby Football League chief executive Ralph Rimmer insists the British game is in a strong position, despite the disastrous Lions tour.
Australia playing midweek games on Kangaroos tour “still possible”
Australia playing midweek games on their Kangaroos tour in 2020 is still under discussion, according to Rugby Football League chief executive Ralph Rimmer.
England to play 2020 mid-season test in southern hemisphere
England are confident in playing a mid-season international test in the southern hemisphere next June.
Kevin Sinfield will definitely stay on as RFL rugby director
Rugby Football League chief executive Ralph Rimmer has confirmed that Kevin Sinfield will be the governing body’s rugby director for the Ashes series in 2020.
Wayne Bennett “most certainly” has chance of remaining England coach
Wayne Bennett has a good chance of staying on as England coach, according to Rugby Football League chief executive Ralph Rimmer.
Former Super League player to coach Brazil at World Cup
Former Super League winger Matt Gardner will coach the Brazil women’s team at the 2021 World Cup.
2021 World Cup draw delayed
The draw for the 2021 World Cup has been put back until January.
Kristian Woolf would like to stay on as Tonga boss
New St Helens boss Kristian Woolf would like to remain head coach of the Tonga national side.
Wayne Bennett is not the right man for Great Britain and England, insists Phil Clarke
Phil Clarke strongly believes that the Rugby Football League should not offer a new contract to Wayne Bennett.
Jarrod Sammut named in Malta Knights squad to face Wales Dragonhearts
Wigan Warriors halfback Jarrod Sammut has been named in the Malta Knights squad to face Wales Dragonhearts this Saturday. The former NRL and current Super League player recently self-funded...
New Zealand take top spot in International Rugby League World Rankings
The New Zealand Kiwis have moved to number one in the International Rugby League world rankings which have been announced after the conclusion of the 2019 international programme. The...