The renowned journalist and television presenter, who today celebrates her 61st birthday, wed former England rugby captain Will Carling in June 1994 in a romantic ceremony.
In a statement, the governing body announced that the sport in America will now have three categories for participants: the previously-available 'men' and 'women', and a new 'open' category.
Unbeaten starts to the Super Rugby season by the ACT Brumbies and New South Wales Waratahs have provided a boost to Australian rugby a year out from a home World Cup.
Follow the formula that the National Rugby League has been crafting as it's brought the sport here for a weeklong showcase in each of the past three years.