Head coach of Glasgow Warriors, former South African international rugby player
New Zealand’s Black Ferns have overwhelmed Scotland in a WXV clash, with Mo’omo’oga Palu and Maia du Plessis among the standout scorers. Scotland’s Evie Gallagher notches her side’s first-ever try against the Black Ferns, but New Zealand pull away before half-time and extend their lead after the break.
Darcy Graham's bicep rupture rules him out of the autumn internationals and parts of Edinburgh's URC campaign, with Scotland seeking depth in the back line as injuries bite ahead of November fixtures.
Scottish Rugby has dismissed chief executive Alex Williamson after an independent investigation found his conduct to fall significantly below the organisation’s standards. Williamson, appointed in 2024, was on extended leave since May. The board says an interim chief executive will be appointed as Murrayfield begins the search for a permanent replacement. The organisation faces a crucial autumn and 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Munster's Jack Crowley is not expected to return from injury until the new year, affecting their URC opener against Glasgow Warriors. Will Harrison’s knee issue compounds fly-half concerns, leaving JJ Hanrahan, Tom Wood and Charlie O’Shea to share out-half duties while Ireland and club medical staff manage the squad around fresh returns.