The World Rugby Classic is expected to deliver more thrilling action on Day Three at the National Sports Centre North Field, featuring two highly anticipated clashes that proved pivotal in the tournament's new round-robin league format.
The evening will kick off at 7:00 pm with a fierce contest between the Argentina Legends and Classic Canada.
In the 8:30 pm kick-off, the Italian Classic XV will clash with the Classic Eagles (USA) in a match with both teams looking to ignite their tournament campaigns.
Sunday, November 02, 2025
Rain Fails to Dampen South Africa Classic Rout
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The World Rugby Classic continued its opening weekend with a day dominated by the defending champions, Classic South Africa, who showed their ruthless intent despite the challenging conditions at the National Sports Centre North Field.
On a rainy Sunday afternoon, the Classic Springboks began their title defence with a comprehensive 44-3 victory over the Classic USA.
The South Africans proved far too strong for the Classic Eagles, particularly in the attack. Debutant Charles Mayeza stole the headlines, crossing the line for a spectacular hat-trick of tries.
The champions' clinical efficiency ensured they did not concede a single try, with the only points for the United States coming via a penalty goal from Keegan Engelbrecht.
The scoring opened early, with Zane Kirchner dotting down the first try for South Africa just four minutes into the encounter. Bom Samaai quickly added another, giving the Springboks a 10-0 lead. After the US converted their penalty, Mayeza scored his first, and a conversion from Fred Zeilinga sent the South Africans into the break leading 17-3.
The second half was all Springboks, with Japie Nel, Mayeza (twice more), Andries Coetzee, and Lionel Cronje all adding to the tally, underscoring the gap in class and the champions' deep firepower.
Classic South Africa expressed satisfaction with the victory in the difficult, soggy conditions, setting a formidable standard for the rest of the week.
Saturday, November 01, 2025
Argentina & Canada Seize Opening Wins at the Classic
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The World Rugby Classic kicked off with a bang at the National Sports Center, delivering two contrasting yet thrilling contests. Classic Argentina secured a dominant shutout victory over Classic Italy, while Classic Canada edged out a hard-fought win against the Classic Lions in the day's second fixture.
Classic Argentina 12 Classic Italy 0
Classic Argentina emerged victorious in the opening game, defeating Classic Italy with a final score of 12-0.
The match was a testament to the strong defense of the Argentine side. Despite a spirited effort from the Italian squad, who applied sustained pressure, they found the Argentinian defence to be an unbreakable wall. Argentina's disciplined and tenacious performance saw them hold off a strong Italian attack for the full duration of the game.
The scores came via Argentina's attacking efforts, giving them the necessary points to claim the 12-0 shutout victory and pick up the first win of the Classic. The result immediately sets a benchmark for defensive solidity in the tournament.
Classic Canada 24 Classic Lions 19
The day's second game provided a much closer affair, with Classic Canada ultimately prevailing over the Classic Lions with a score of 24-19.
Canada, who made it to the final of the Classic last year only to lose, started their campaign with intent. They swiftly established a lead with a penalty, followed by a try and a conversion, racing ahead to 10-0.
However, the Classic Lions quickly demonstrated their fighting spirit. They roared back into the contest with a try and a conversion just before the half, narrowing the gap to 10-7. But the momentum swung back to Canada as they managed to steal the ball and run it in for a try and a conversion, taking a significant 17-7 lead into the half-time break.
The second half witnessed a spectacular comeback from the Lions. They scored two quick tries and conversions, overturning the deficit to take a narrow 19-17 lead, setting up a nail-biting finale.
In a dramatic conclusion, it was Classic Canada who had the final say. They demonstrated composure under pressure, scoring a decisive try and conversion late in the game to reclaim the lead and seal a hard-fought 24-19 victory. The win is a crucial starting point for Canada as they look to go one better than their runners-up finish last year.
Monday, October 27, 2025
Cross-Inspired Swans Edge Thriller Against Linchfield
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Buckingham Swans Whites Women's Rugby team maintained their sensational start to the season, but they had to fight tooth and nail to secure a dramatic 36-35 victory over Linchfield Ladies at the Buckingham Rugby Club.
The nail-biting, one-point triumph followed the Swans' clinical 33-5 win over Coalville Ladies last week, demonstrating that the team is in absolutely formidable form early in the campaign.
The high-scoring affair was a true test of nerve and fitness for both sides, with the Swans ultimately outscoring their rivals by five tries to four.
However, in a match where points flowed freely, it was a player recognized for her defensive steel that stole the headlines: Sarah Cross. The impactful forward delivered a superb performance, proving an immovable object in the Swans' backline and disrupting countless Linchfield attacks.
Her vital contributions, particularly in the closing stages as Linchfield pressed hard for a match-winning score, saw Cross deservedly named the Defensive Player of the Match.
The victory is a testament to the Swans' resilience and their ability to close out tight contests—a characteristic of genuine championship contenders. Despite conceding 35 points in a dramatic second half, the hosts kept their composure to hold on by the narrowest of margins.
The result ensures the Buckingham Swans Whites continue their momentum and remain a dominant force in the league table as the season progresses.
Friday, October 24, 2025
NSC North Field Closed for World Rugby Classic
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The North Field 600m walking track at the National Sports Centre will be closed from Tuesday October 28th 2025 to Thursday November 13th 2025, as the north field and Pavilion are being prepared for The World Rugby Classic.
Therefore, walkers, joggers and all other recreational users will not have access to the 600m track, outdoor gym and surrounding grassy areas during that time.
This year’s event will feature Argentina Legends, Italian Classic, Classic Canada, Classic Springboks, Classic Lions, Classic USA, South Africa Rugby and the Classic Eagles, who will each vie for crowning glory.
There will also be a matches featuring Bermuda Mini Rugby.
Craig Tyrrell, the NSC SVP Operations Manager, said, “We are always excited when hosting events like the World Rugby Classic, but it does mean that, for safety purposes while we prepare for and during the tournament, the North Field will have to be closed to our recreational users. We do apologise for any inconvenience, but look forward to their return after the event.”
