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Kim Ekin

Global Head of Content & Data at RugbyPass.

NZ media refuse to spare 'rubbish' Wales after All Blacks rout

Despite being heavily depleted, Wayne Pivac's Wales haven't been sparred following their 16 - 54 Autumn Nations Series rout at the…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
31 Oct 2021, 7:23

'He enjoys it' - All Black reveals on-field verbals with Alun Wyn Jones

All Blacks second row Sam Whitelock has revealed how Alun Wyn Jones deploys verbal tactics on the pitch, be it getting chatty with…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
30 Oct 2021, 7:12

Black Ferns name nine debutants for long-awaited 100th test

Black Ferns coach Glen Moore has selected nine test debutants for the Black Ferns' clash with England this weekend, which will mar…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
29 Oct 2021, 14:15

All Blacks could reclaim World No.1 spot in Cardiff

The All Blacks will reclaim the world No.1 spot in the World Rugby Rankings should they beat Wales in Cardiff this weekend.

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
29 Oct 2021, 7:10

'I don't feel like we're in a crisis' - Chiefs name team for bounce back mission

Rob Baxter has named his Exeter Chiefs side for a Gallagher Premiership bounce-back mission when they take on Gloucester this week…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
28 Oct 2021, 9:07

RFU launch 2025 World Cup bid amid hopes of a £150m economic boost

With World Rugby stating the women’s game is the single biggest opportunity to grow the sport, the RFU will now bid for World Cu…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
22 Oct 2021, 6:19

Ireland Women's head coach to step down after RWC disappointment

The IRFU have confirmed that Adam Griggs will step down as Ireland Women's Head Coach following this year's November's Autumn Test…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
21 Oct 2021, 6:05

Ireland's Will Addison ruled out of November Tests

Ulster utility back Will Addison has been ruled out of Ireland's November Tests. Addison fractured his leg in Ulster's 23 - 10 wi…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
18 Oct 2021, 12:43

'It's just inexcusable... hopefully something happens to the TMO'

Connacht head coach Andy Friend has lashed out at 'an inexcusable' refereeing mistake that dented his side's chances of a rare Tho…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
18 Oct 2021, 5:05

Maro Itoje makes Saracens return in an all international XV

England second row Maro Itoje is making his much-anticipated return to Saracens as the north London club travel to Bath this weeke…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
15 Oct 2021, 7:18

'Retiring at 27 will definitely be strange' - Hallam Amos walks away from rugby

It's rare that players walk away from successful rugby careers in their mid-twenties, but that's exactly what Wales and Cardiff ba…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
15 Oct 2021, 6:42

Wasps issue statement on Native American headdress for Chiefs game

It was August when Wasps announced a review of Native American headdresses and its findings are now out before Saturday's game wit…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
12 Oct 2021, 11:42

Ieuan Evans to head up 13-strong women's Lions tour steering group

A giant step towards the creation of a women's Lions tour has been taken with the unveiling of a feasibility group headed by Ieuan…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
12 Oct 2021, 5:49

RG Snyman facing months on sideline after rupturing ACL again

Munster have confirmed that Springbok star RG Snyman has ruptured his ACL again, just three games into his return from the same in…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
11 Oct 2021, 9:41

RG Snyman injury 'significant' says Munster boss

Giant Springbok secondrow RG Snyman could be left facing another spell on the sidelines, just three games into his return to profe…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
10 Oct 2021, 15:17

One cap lreland wing makes Leinster return 22 months after last appearance

One cap Ireland international Adam Byrne has returned to a Leister starting fifteen for the first time in nearly two years.

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
08 Oct 2021, 12:25

Gloucester and Worcester welcome back Lions contingent

Both Gloucester and Worcester Warriors have welcomed back their British & Irish Lions stars for their respective Gallagher Premier…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
08 Oct 2021, 7:21

Leinster to host Bath, Toulouse away to Cardiff as EPCR confirm matches

Toulouse will travel to Cardiff in the opening round of the Heineken Champions Cup in December, while Irish heavyweights Leinster …

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
07 Oct 2021, 7:18

URC Sharks have identified a Swiss base camp for European matches

The Sharks have recently visited Ireland, Scotland and Wales to prepare for games but the new URC team have announced plans for a …

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
06 Oct 2021, 6:35

BaaBaas confirm Quade Cooper and two more Boks will join side

Quade Cooper has been confirmed for the Barbarians match against Samoa this November, although some doubt exists over what side th…

Kim Ekin
Kim Ekin
04 Oct 2021, 8:45
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