Rugby

Israel Folau, who was fired by Rugby Australia over homophobic posts, has claimed the bushfires that have devastated Australia are God's punishment for legalizing abortion and same-sex marriage.

"Now even though I have been forced to tell you this, I choose to fight to educate and break the stigma around this subject."

The New South Wales Waratahs' center posted a message on Instagram claiming homosexuals would join "drunks... adulterers, liars, fornicators [and] thieves" in hell unless they repented.

Israel Folau had tweeted against same-sex marriage in September last year.

The Lions have a chance to pull off a remarkable series victory.

Kabaddi, a contact sport combining elements of tag, rugby and capture the flag, was invented centuries ago and is now the second most popular sport in India after cricket.

"If she has got physical strength or something that is not perceived to be feminine, she must be a lesbian."

Carter was reported to have tested positive for corticoids.

Saracens' Ashton was found guilty of biting.

The nation had never won an Olympic medal before.

Rugby sevens will be part of the Games for the first time in Brazil.

The brutal game of Lelo sees a whole village brawl for a consecrated ball.

Heath professionals have written an open letter calling for a switch to touch rugby for young people.

It's time for a new crop of players to carry the sport forward in the new year.

Farrell, Catt and Rowntree all exited their posts, signaling a major change of direction under the new coach.

A preview of this weekend's action.

Thousands gather at public memorial in Auckland to honor former All Black

The blood clot likely formed after a long haul flight from London to New Zealand.

Lomu was widely regarded as one of the All Blacks' greatest wingers

The four best sides in the world remain as the semifinals are waged this weekend in London.

The number of reported concussions in English rugby increased by 59 percent last season.

The Rugby World Cup 2015 will see 20 teams compete for the Webb Ellis Cup.

21 MPs have signed a motion calling for the ban to be overturned.

Rugby, North Dakota, is home to a disproportionate number of centenarians.

The son of Jordi Puyol secured a sponsorship deal for the French team from the Catalan government.