SRU chief executive has been dismissed; Sione Fukofuka returns to Australia for family reasons amid leadership upheaval; rivals in North American venues discussed as Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry concludes in Baltimore; Edinburgh mourns former Scotland great Scott Hastings
The Springboks have sealed a 2-1 series lead after a superb second-half display in Maryland, defeating the All Blacks in front of a near-capacity crowd. New Zealand fought hard but were unable to overturn the deficit as South Africa’s forward dominance and late tries sealed the win.
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.
Sione Fukofuka has stepped away as Scotland head coach for compassionate, family reasons. Dave Butcher will lead interim duties as Scotland participates in the WXV Global Series, with a return home confirmed amid ongoing personal pressures.