Howden Celebrates the British & Irish Lions Squad
Lions legends join unveiling of hand-painted tribute to the newly named 2025 squad.
Pierre Schoeman’s Lionhearted Dream Becomes Reality
When Pierre Schoeman’s name was read out among the 2025 British & Irish Lions squad, the emotion came flooding in. Sitting on the sofa at home alongside his wife Charissa, the Edinburgh Rugby prop shared tears of joy, knowing that the years of hard work, sacrifice, and unwavering belief had finally paid off. The South […]
Eight Scots Roar into 2025 Lions Squad
The British & Irish Lions have named their 38-man squad for this summer’s tour to Australia – and once again, Scottish rugby is proudly front and centre, with eight players selected to don the famous red jersey.
Scotland’s Autumn Nations Series Tickets On Sale This Week
Scottish rugby fans can start locking in their autumn plans, with ticket sales for the 2025 Autumn Nations Series launching this week. Four blockbuster Tests await at Scottish Gas Murrayfield, and the popular 4-Match Package gives supporters a chance to catch every moment. The package, second only to the full Scotland Season Pass, includes entry […]
Edinburgh Prepare for Connacht Clash with Key Players Returning
Edinburgh Rugby have issued a squad update ahead of this Saturday’s BKT United Rugby Championship fixture against Connacht at Dexcom Stadium (10 May, kick-off 7.35pm). There’s positive news for fans as Lewis Wells (ankle) returns to full training, while Tom Dodd (shoulder) is also back in training and remains on course to be fully fit […]
What’s Holding back Women’s Rugby in Scotland?
The 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup hasn’t even kicked off yet, but it’s already making history with a record-breaking 275000 tickets sold. It’s a powerful reminder that interest in women’s rugby is soaring, yet when you focus in on the domestic game in Scotland, there’s a lingering disconnect between the growing passion in the stands […]
Edinburgh’s European Journey Ends with Defeat to Bath
Edinburgh Rugby’s hopes of reaching a second EPCR Challenge Cup final were extinguished on Saturday as Bath left Hive Stadium with a 39–24 win — a scoreline that tells only part of the story on a compelling afternoon in the Scottish capital. In front of a record crowd at the ground, Edinburgh matched the English […]
Scottish Trio Take Centre Stage in Packed Summer of International Rugby
Scottish refereeing will be strongly represented this summer, as three of the nation’s top officials head into a series of high-profile international appointments. Hollie Davidson is once again making history. Already a trailblazer in the game, she will referee her first full tier oneinternational when South Africa face Italy at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria this July. The appointment follows […]
The Lions Back Row Selection: Power, Pace and Balance
Is this the toughest Lions back row selection of all time? With the upcoming British & Irish Lions tour approaching, the selection of the back row is expected to be one of the most contentious topics. This area has always been crucial in Test rugby, as the Lions’ flankers and number eight need to excel […]
Youth vs. Experience: The Lions Fly-Half Conundrum
The Case for Experience As the British and Irish Lions prepare for their 2025 tour of Australia, one of the most hotly debated topics is the selection of the fly-half. The number 10 jersey has historically been the core of Lions teams, where a single choice can influence the outcome of a series. With a […]