rugby union

British

noun

a form of rugby football played between teams of 15 players

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"People can see the potential that's in this group," he told Rugby Union Weekly.

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The Princess of Wales hosted England's women's rugby union team at Windsor Castle to celebrate their World Cup success in September.

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The All Black brand is based on over a century of dominating rugby union, which has seen them transcend the sport and become a global cultural phenomenon.

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His regime has also been affected by turbulence in the backroom staff and now player feedback has made his position untenable, with the New Zealand Rugby Union making the highly unusual move to sever ties halfway through a coach's contract cycle.

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In 2024, England rugby union player Rosie Galligan told BBC Sport: "If I didn't have my reduction, I don't think I'd be where I am today. Both on a confidence and physical level."

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