Brett Robinson

Brett Robinson

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Brett Robinson was elected as the chair of World Rugby in late 2022, advocating for law amendments and regional growth, significantly influencing the direction of rugby on a global scale.

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Brett Robinson is the chairman of World Rugby who aimed to introduce new law trials for the game.

Rugby union in grave danger of being thrown to the wolves by new ‘innovations’ – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-06-01
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Angus Gardner

Brett Robinson is the chairman of World Rugby who has been recently discussed in relation to the conference outcomes.

Positive vibes from World Rugby summit could be spoiled by a fly in the ointment – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-03-02
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Even if that means disobliging the new World Rugby chair, Brett Robinson, who seems to be in an almighty hurry to change things.

Hollie Davidson was very good in first half, but a few calls were perplexing – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-02-17
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World Rugby chair Brett Robinson praised Mark's appointment as pivotal for rugby's future.

NZ Rugby: Former CEO Mark Robinson takes senior job at World Rugby
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-27
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Mark Robinson
Mark Robinson

Brett Robinson is the president of World Rugby and spoke about the significance of the tournament.

cuáles serán los tres rivales de Los Pumas y cómo quedaron todos los grupos
Clarín·ArgentinaArgentina· 2025-12-03
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Felipe Contepomi
Felipe Contepomi

Brett Robinson narrowly beat Benazzi to the position of chair of World Rugby.

Former France captain reflects on infamous 1990 send-off against Wallabies
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-11-20
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World Rugby chair Brett Robinson stated that the introduction of a round of 16 will deliver even more knockout rugby.

Haters gonna hate the next four weeks of intense Test rugby – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-10-31
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Brett Robinson is the chair of World Rugby who urged for the Rugby Championship and Six Nations to not mishandle the Nations Cup.

French feast on the menu for Wallabies
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-08-10
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Former Wallaby and current World Rugby chairman Brett Robinson expressed a similar view on the law.

Many argue the ‘Superman’ try is dangerous. World Rugby say play on
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-07-30
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World Rugby chairman Brett Robinson confirmed the new broadcast deal with Nine and Stan Sport at a media conference.

Nine Entertainment secures broadcast rights for three more World Cups
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-05-12
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Brett Robinson became the first person from the southern hemisphere to be elected chair of World Rugby.

As game faces an existential threat, World Rugby must not duck the replacements question – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-04-14
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Brett Robinson acknowledged that 7-1 splits raise questions over the spirit of the game.

World Rugby finds no medical evidence to outlaw 7-1 bench splits | World Rugby
The Guardian·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-08
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Brett Robinson acknowledged that 7-1 splits raise questions over the spirit of the game.

No evidence that 7-1 bench splits increase injury risk, insists World Rugby – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-04-08
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World Rugby chair Brett Robinson discussed Spain's appeal for hosting the World Cup.

Spain could include Camp Nou in 2035 World Cup bid
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-04-04
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Alan Gilpin
Alan Gilpin

Brett Robinson, the World Rugby chair, discussed Spain's potential as a host for the 2035 Rugby World Cup.

Spain could include Camp Nou final in bid to host 2035 Rugby World Cup | Rugby World Cup
The Guardian·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-04
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Alan Gilpin
Alan Gilpin

Brett Robinson, a former Australian rugby representative, praised the new venue for its incredible facilities designed for sevens rugby.

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明報 (Ming Pao)·Hong KongHong Kong· 2025-03-30
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Alan Gilpin
Alan Gilpin
Sam Pinder
Sam Pinder

Brett Robinson was voted in as World Rugby chair at the end of last year.

New Zealand rugby’s 30 most influential power-brokers
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-20
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