Gilbert extends long-term partnership with World Rugby until 2033

World Rugby and Gilbert have today announced the unveiling of the official match ball design for the Men’s Rugby World Cup 202...

BEHIND THE DESIGN: GILBERT REVEALS THE OFFICIAL BALL DESIGN FOR RUGBY WORLD CUP 2027

Gilbert is proud to unveil the official ball for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027, a tournament that marks the dawn of a transformati...

World Rugby expands trials of a new ball for women’s rugby to HSBC SVNS

World Rugby is expanding trials of a new rugby ball for women’s rugby to this years’ HSBC SVNS Series.   The new bespoke ...

The Knock On Effect: Sadia Kabeya and her Satin Headguard

Rugby is a game built on tradition, but for too long, the kit designed to support players hasn’t considered the needs of everyo...

Your Pre-Season Guide for Rugby

Pre-season is where the hard yards are done. It’s not glamorous, it’s not easy — but it’s what separates those who simply turn ...

The Knock On Effect: fierce beginnings at Rugby World Cup 2025

The wait is over – the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 has officially begun! Read along as we take you through the big moments: th...

The Knock On Effect: One Ball for Every Women's Rugby World Cup

From the very first Women’s Rugby World Cup in 1991, to now, one thing has remained constant: Gilbert has provided the official...

The Knock On Effect: Sarah Bonar and Elis Martin take the mic with only 1 month to go to RWC 2025

The ‘Knock On Effect’ is Gilbert’s exclusive blog series offering a behind-the-scenes look at the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 ...

The Knock On Effect: Get to know Charlotte Escudero

The ‘Knock On Effect’ is Gilbert’s exclusive blog series offering a behind-the-scenes look at the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 ...

Gilbert Rugby's Guide to Black Friday

Black Friday is back – and this year, we at Gilbert Rugby are giving you more reasons than ever to gear up and go big. Whether ...

The Knock On Effect: A Guide to the Women's Rugby World Cup

The ‘Knock On Effect’ is a blog series by Gilbert that gives a unique insight into the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 with storie...

Petersfield RFC Announces Gilbert Rugby as Official Technical Kit Partner

Petersfield RFC has officially confirmed a new long-term partnership with Gilbert Rugby, one of the most iconic names in the sp...

The Gilbert Rugby Story

In the beginning William Gilbert (1799-1877) was the boot and shoe maker to Rugby School. He operated from a small shop in the ...