Josh Hodge's 'full focus' target before Exeter exit
Exeter Chiefs full-back Josh Hodge left Newcastle Red Bulls to make the long trip to Devon six years ago at the backend of Covid a…
Neil Fissler
25 Feb 2026, 7:26
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Neil Fissler is an experienced Fleet Street hack with the Daily Star Sunday and then the Sunday Express and has been breaking most of rugby's biggest transfer stories for over 20 years for Rugby Times, The Rugby Paper and now RugbyPass. A respected historian who has written over 20 books.
Cardiff boss Corniel van Zyl responds to rumours linking him with URC rivals
Cardiff boss Corniel van Zyl has ruled himself out of the race to take over at United Rugby Championship rivals Benetton Rugby, an…
Neil Fissler
25 Feb 2026, 1:05
Newcastle medical update includes mixed news on Lions players
Head coach Alan Dickens is set to be without 21 players for the trip to Harlequins this weekend.
Neil Fissler
24 Feb 2026, 9:06
James Ramm targets Test rugby as Northampton exit is confirmed
James Ramm is targeting silverware after calling time on his Northampton Saints career to return to Australia to join the Western …
Neil Fissler
24 Feb 2026, 2:33
Major coup afoot as Jake White linked with URC return
Former Springbok boss Jake White is on a three-man short list to become the next head coach of the ambitious United Rugby Champion…
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Neil Fissler
23 Feb 2026, 9:59
Shock South African suitors emerge in scrap to sign Faf de Klerk
The Cheetahs have emerged as shock suitors in the race to land Springbok scrum-half Faf de Klerk when his contract with Yokohama C…
Neil Fissler
23 Feb 2026, 4:03
Ex-PREM coach enters the frame as Warren Gatland rejects Harlequins
Gallagher PREM strugglers Harlequins have been sent back to the drawing board after failing with a sensational move to make former…
Neil Fissler
23 Feb 2026, 0:58
Andy Farrell linked with sensational return to Saracens
Andy Farrell has been linked with a sensational return to his former club Saracens when his Ireland contract runs out after the Wo…
Neil Fissler
21 Feb 2026, 8:28
Fissler Confidential: Club set to swap Bok for Bok in key position
Grant Williams, who is heading to Japan when his contract with the Sharks ends this summer, could replace another Springboks scrum…
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Neil Fissler
21 Feb 2026, 0:49
Italy will be dressed differently this weekend as they take on France
Italy will wear a special ‘Rosso Garibaldi’ shirt when they try to wrestle back the Giuseppe Garibaldi Trophy for only the thi…
Neil Fissler
20 Feb 2026, 3:57
'I think I'd definitely say yes': Campbell Ridl open to Test allegiance switch
Exeter Chiefs’ newest wing sensation, London-born Campbell Ridl, admits that he would find it difficult to say no to England coa…
Neil Fissler
20 Feb 2026, 2:38
'I think he'll go on to be one of the best, if I’m being honest'
Sale Sharks attack coach Joe Ford has backed his younger brother George to be a leading coach when he eventually hangs up his boot…
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Neil Fissler
20 Feb 2026, 0:45
'I was gutted... I was pretty emotional walking in, even just as a fan'
Tom West admits that he is determined to win at least one of the three trophies that Northampton Saints are challenging for this s…
Neil Fissler
19 Feb 2026, 8:09
Doubts linger over Jamison Gibson-Park's Leinster future
Jamison Gibson-Park has been a staple of Andy Farrell’s squad for the past six years, but the winds of change are sweeping throu…
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Neil Fissler
19 Feb 2026, 6:08
Rob Baxter makes telling selection admission over England pair
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that he will resist the temptation to use Henry Slade and Greg Fisilau in their must-win PREM…
Neil Fissler
19 Feb 2026, 3:46
'We’re expecting an awful lot from him': Rob Baxter on new All Blacks recruit
Once-capped All Blacks inside centre Dallas McLeod admits that he is excited to be moving to the Gallagher PREM after signing a th…
Jon Newcombe
18 Feb 2026, 10:31
Gloucester could cash in on All Blacks coaching break-up
Gloucester have been linked with a move for the former All Blacks assistant coach Jason Holland as they look to reshuffle their co…
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Neil Fissler
18 Feb 2026, 7:46
Springbok tight-head Vincent Koch rejects Gallagher PREM move
Veteran Springbok tighthead Vincent Koch has delivered a blow to Gallagher PREM sides Sale Sharks and Bath after penning a new dea…
Neil Fissler
18 Feb 2026, 1:45
Warren Gatland linked with sensational return to the PREM
Struggling Harlequins could be ready to open the cheque book and go for a big name in their search for a new Director of Rugby.
Neil Fissler
18 Feb 2026, 0:39
Vunipola family reunion on the cards at Montpellier
Manu Vunipola has held talks about joining his cousin Billy at Montpellier when his contract with Japan Rugby League One outfit Mi…
Neil Fissler
17 Feb 2026, 6:14
South Africa leaves door open for highly rated Josh Neill
The Springboks haven’t given up hope and have left the door open for flanker Josh Neill to play Test rugby for the land of his b…
Neil Fissler
16 Feb 2026, 8:45
Double gold medalist Matt Weston was 'remarkable, explosive' rugby player
Sevenoaks director of rugby Adam Bowman admits it could now be difficult to tempt double skeleton Winter Olympic gold medallist Ma…
Neil Fissler
16 Feb 2026, 7:17
Another club sets crosshairs on Bok veteran Faf de Klerk
Pau are the latest club to enquire about veteran Springbok Faf de Klerk as his contract with Japan Rugby League One side Yokohama …
Neil Fissler
16 Feb 2026, 3:55
Fissler Confidential: Big Cowan-Dickie decision, Glasgow chase Bulls star
England and Lions hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie is set to see out the remaining year of his Sale Sharks contract despite being linked w…
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Neil Fissler
13 Feb 2026, 7:52
'I'm very much an Exeter player, but I’m obviously excited that I'm going home'
Josh Hodge admits that winning a trophy or two would be the perfect way to end his Exeter Chiefs career before he makes a return m…
Neil Fissler
13 Feb 2026, 5:30
New Harlequins head coach in sights as two candidates ruled out
Gallagher Prem strugglers Harlequins are closing in on their new boss, who will be charged with reviving their flagging fortunes n…
Neil Fissler
12 Feb 2026, 7:37
Exeter Chiefs finally convince Harry Wilson to sign for club
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter has finally got his man after persuading Saracens lock Harry Wilson to make the move to Sandy Park n…
Neil Fissler
12 Feb 2026, 3:59
URC side enter ring in bid to land Richard Cockerill
Benetton Treviso are the latest club to speak to in-demand former England assistant coach Richard Cockerill and have emerged as se…
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Neil Fissler
12 Feb 2026, 3:25
Rob Baxter admits Christ Tshiunza 'rumours could be entirely true'
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that EQP regulations are likely to see Wales international openside Christ Tshiunza return to…
Neil Fissler
12 Feb 2026, 3:00
Rob Baxter reminds Paul Brown-Bampoe of 'reality' after recent setback
Paul Brown-Bampoe returned to the Exeter Chiefs scoresheet last weekend to put the disappointment of missing out on England A’s …
Neil Fissler
11 Feb 2026, 9:25
Fissler Extra: RWC winner on URC shortlist, Italian eyed as Faf back-up
The Dragons are digging in their heels and are refusing to let fly-half Tinus de Beer leave early to take up a contract offer from…
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Neil Fissler
11 Feb 2026, 7:46
Bath's rivals set to swoop for young flanker Ethan Staddon
Bristol Bears are poised to raid neighbours Bath and take flanker Ethan Staddon to Ashton Gate next season as Pat Lam steps up his…
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Neil Fissler
10 Feb 2026, 6:09
France-based South African back-rower set to answer Stormers SOS
Hacjivah Dayimani will fly to Cape Town tonight to reunite with the Stormers after boss John Dobson sent an emergency SOS to bolst…
Neil Fissler
10 Feb 2026, 5:18
French playmaker Anthony Belleau extends his stay at Northampton
The fly-half has penned a new contract at Saints despite interest from back home in France.
Neil Fissler
10 Feb 2026, 2:06
Italy international Marco Riccioni Saracens' exit confirmed
Perpignan have completed a deal to sign Saracens Italian international tighthead Marco Riccioni on a three-year deal when his cont…
Neil Fissler
09 Feb 2026, 9:16
Tomás Lavanini stands on brink of Gallagher PREM return
Los Pumas enforcer Tomás Lavanini is being marketed for a move to the Gallagher PREM when his contract with the Highlanders runs …
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Neil Fissler
09 Feb 2026, 7:18
Bulls move on Le Roux as Bath contract talks end
Bath’s former South Africa under-20 scrum-half Neil Le Roux is set to leave the Rec at the end of the season after agreeing to r…
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Neil Fissler
09 Feb 2026, 6:15
Leicester Tigers eye one-cap Wallaby Harry Johnson-Holmes
Leicester Tigers could move for Western Force tighthead Harry Johnson-Holmes as they look to strengthen their front row options ah…
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Neil Fissler
08 Feb 2026, 5:42
Springbok Kurt-Lee Arendse to leave South Africa once again
Springbok winger Kurt-Lee Arendse is set to return to Japan next season for a second spell with Mitsubishi DynaBoars, where he cre…
Neil Fissler
08 Feb 2026, 4:00
England blow: Immanuel Feyi-Waboso set to miss entire Six Nations
England coach Steve Borthwick has suffered a massive injury blow with the news that star winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso is set to mis…
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Neil Fissler
08 Feb 2026, 3:21
Newcastle Red Bulls' Alan Dickens: 'I'm not here next season'
Newcastle Red Bulls interim head coach Alan Dickens has confirmed that he is leaving the Gallagher PREM strugglers when his contra…
Neil Fissler
07 Feb 2026, 3:25
Fissler Confidential: Tigers braced for Billy Searle tug-of-war
The England A fly-half is a wanted man on both sides of the channel, while Nick Easter could be set for a coaching reunion.
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Neil Fissler
06 Feb 2026, 8:25
Double Leinster centurion Luke McGrath holds talks with Top 14 club
Perpignan have spoken to Leinster’s former Ireland scrum-half Luke McGrath as they step up their search to find alternatives to …
Neil Fissler
06 Feb 2026, 4:30
Rob Baxter's promise to Ethan Roots seems to be coming true
Rob Baxter admits that it’s one of his ambitions to get Ethan Roots back into Steve Borthwick’s EPS squad, and tonight he take…
Neil Fissler
06 Feb 2026, 3:14
Crisis talks to take place in Champ with strugglers on verge of meltdown
Cambridge players will tonight hold crisis talks with the club’s top brass amid rumours of a financial meltdown at the Champ Rug…
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Neil Fissler
05 Feb 2026, 8:07
Rob Baxter on what stopped Henry Slade jumping ship at Exeter years ago
Rob Baxter believes Henry Slade will spend the rest of his career with Exeter Chiefs after signing a new deal that will run until …
Neil Fissler
05 Feb 2026, 5:25
Noah Caluori told what he must do to emulate Henry Pollock career path
Saracens wonderkid Noah Caluori has been challenged to emulate Henry Pollock and use England U20 as a fast-track springboard into …
Neil Fissler
05 Feb 2026, 2:55
Henry Slade ties up club future ahead of Six Nations
England outside centre Henry Slade admits that it was an easy decision to sign a new two-year contract to stay with Exeter Chiefs …
Neil Fissler
04 Feb 2026, 8:06
Bok double World Cup winner Faf de Klerk tipped for French move
Perpignan Président François Rivière believes his club are the favourites to sign veteran Springbok Faf De Klerk when his contr…
Neil Fissler
04 Feb 2026, 7:51
Scotland international Jamie Bhatti could be set for shock PREM return
Jamie Bhatti is on the radar of former club Bath as they step up their search for a loosehead to replace François Van Wyk, who is…
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Neil Fissler
04 Feb 2026, 5:11
Michael Cheika on the radar over potential PREM return
Harlequins, who are looking to re-shuffle their coaching staff this summer following a poor season, are rumoured to have made a ch…
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Neil Fissler
03 Feb 2026, 5:59
'More significant injury than was hoped': Baxter gives Ikitau update
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter is hoping that Wallaby superstar Len Ikitau will be back in action towards the end of March after ha…
Neil Fissler
03 Feb 2026, 4:59
Shock as England legend Dean Richards returns to rugby - at Level 6
Dean Richards is set to make a comeback to front-line coaching after agreeing a deal to become the new director of rugby at Norfol…
Neil Fissler
03 Feb 2026, 3:53
Bulls line up ex-Junior Bok as potential Johan Goosen replacement
Fly-half Tinus de Beer's career could be about to go full circle with a move back to South Africa heavily mooted.
Neil Fissler
02 Feb 2026, 3:37
Fissler Confidential: Sale Sharks to lose out on another big signing?
Sale Sharks' bid to land England under-20 Junior Kpoku appears to be hanging in the balance, with Toulon in pole position to keep …
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Neil Fissler
31 Jan 2026, 2:56
Exeter Chiefs issue mixed news on Wallaby Tom Hooper
Exeter Chiefs have revealed mixed injury news about Wallaby back row Tom Hooper, who has been told that he doesn’t need an opera…
Neil Fissler
30 Jan 2026, 3:45
Richard Cockerill set for shock return to French rugby
Richard Cockerill has become the shock favourite to become Brive’s new head coach after they failed to lure Joe El-Abd away from…
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Neil Fissler
30 Jan 2026, 2:35
Will Butt to leave Bath for West Country rivals
Bath inside-centre Will Butt will be making the move to Exeter Chiefs after signing a three-year contract with the Sandy Park outf…
Neil Fissler
29 Jan 2026, 9:00
New favourite emerges for soon-to-be vacant Connacht coach role
Former Northampton Saints scrum guru Matt Ferguson has emerged as the favourite to become Connacht’s scrum coach when Colm Tucke…
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Neil Fissler
29 Jan 2026, 3:46
Newcastle Red Bulls sign England qualified Zack Henry
Stade Francais fly-half Zack Henry will become Newcastle Red Bulls' 14th new signing when he joins in the summer, as there looks t…
Neil Fissler
29 Jan 2026, 2:09
Exeter in battle to stop another player joining exodus to Newcastle
Exeter Chiefs have already lost three players to Newcastle Red Bulls, and they are locked in a bidding war over a fourth, Will Hay…
Neil Fissler
28 Jan 2026, 3:29
Rugby Australia put Max Jorgensen NRL saga to bed with mega deal
Max Jorgensen has turned his back on a move to the Sydney Roosters for a third time after shaking hands with Rugby Australia on a …
Neil Fissler
28 Jan 2026, 1:42
Exeter's Julian Heaven turns down Rugby World Cup opportunity
Exeter Chiefs hooker Julian Heaven admits he has said 'no, thanks' to a chance to play for Spain at the World Cup next year becaus…
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Neil Fissler
28 Jan 2026, 0:34
'He’s just been very, very unlucky, almost freakish, really': Rob Baxter
Christ Tshiunza is losing his battle to be fit for Wales’s Six Nations campaign with a foot injury that he picked up on the open…
Neil Fissler
27 Jan 2026, 4:42
Two scrumhalves face Connacht exit as NZ halfback Milo-Harris lined up
Connacht could move for Kiwi scrum half Lisati Milo-Harris to bolster their ranks next season, with Matt Devine on his way to Ulst…
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Neil Fissler
26 Jan 2026, 9:08
Steve Borthwick fends off bid to lure England coach overseas
England coach Steve Borthwick has avoided another coaching reshuffle after winning his battle with Pro D2 outfit Brive over his fo…
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Neil Fissler
26 Jan 2026, 4:54
Fissler Extra: All Black headed to Europe, Red Bulls coaching ticket takes shape
Treviso head coach Calum MacRae has been linked with a return to Newcastle Red Bulls to link up with Dan McFarland, who is widely …
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Neil Fissler
25 Jan 2026, 5:26
Leicester Tigers lose Hanro Liebenberg to URC strugglers
The Bulls have won their tug-of-war with the Sharks to re-sign Leicester Tigers blindside flanker Hanro Liebenberg when his contra…
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Neil Fissler
25 Jan 2026, 3:26
Exeter Chiefs face anxious wait over Wallaby Tom Hooper
Exeter Chiefs are sweating on the results of a scan to find out the extent of the knee injury suffered by their Wallaby blindside …
Neil Fissler
25 Jan 2026, 2:38
Fissler Confidential: Bath's Barbeary battle, Vunipola eyes PREM return
Alfie Barbeary, who is out of contract with treble winners Bath at the end of the season, is at the centre of a tug-of-war between…
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Neil Fissler
24 Jan 2026, 1:37
Pat Lam challenges 'Roy Keane' of Bristol to take next step
Pat Lam has challenged uncapped Bristol Bears inside centre Jimmy Williams to play himself into the Wales squad after he was left …
Neil Fissler
23 Jan 2026, 1:43
Pat Lam: 'I feel gutted for him. He is a good friend'
Bristol Bears boss Pat Lam admits he was gutted when his close friend Scott Robertson was sacked by the All Blacks, but says he wi…
Neil Fissler
22 Jan 2026, 8:22
'I have unfinished business': Elliott Stooke secures PREM return
Elliott Stooke says that he has ‘unfinished business’ in the Gallagher PREM after signing a deal to join Leicester Tigers next…
Neil Fissler
22 Jan 2026, 5:41
PREM return for Bok Faf de Klerk still very much on table
Sale Sharks are in the market for a new scrum-half, and one of the names they are considering is back-to-back Springbok World Cup …
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Neil Fissler
22 Jan 2026, 4:32
Rob Baxter gives worrying update on dual international prospect Kane James
Exeter Chiefs No.8 Kane James is sweating on the results of a scan on the ankle injury he suffered during the Challenge Cup win ov…
Neil Fissler
20 Jan 2026, 4:44
Fissler Confidential: Bath secure two England stars, Saracens set to lose another
Gallagher PREM champions Bath are closing in on agreeing a new contract with openside flanker Sam Underhill, who is out of contrac…
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Neil Fissler
17 Jan 2026, 3:39
URC lining up non-English club to replace axed Welsh region
Georgian outfit Black Lion have been lined up to join the United Rugby Championship after the RFU blocked a move for Ealing Trailf…
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Neil Fissler
16 Jan 2026, 9:11
Sale Sharks braced for most daunting task in global club rugby
Alex Sanderson has urged his side not be star-struck by the number of Galácticos in the Toulouse side when they visit the Stade E…
Neil Fissler
16 Jan 2026, 2:00
England's Asher Opoku-Fordjour ruled out of Six Nations
England tighthead Asher Opoku-Fordjour is set to have an operation on a shoulder injury that he suffered in training with his club…
Neil Fissler
15 Jan 2026, 6:24
Bath close in on Dan du Preez signing; second prop heads for exit door
PREM Rugby champions Bath are now believed to have won the race to sign Sale Sharks No.8 Dan du Preez, but look like losing their …
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Neil Fissler
13 Jan 2026, 4:19
Exeter to bring back old boy Abuladze in triple transfer swoop
The Georgian loosehead is set to re-join Exeter, two years after leaving for Montpellier.
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Neil Fissler
13 Jan 2026, 3:41
Italian international Marco Riccioni wanted by two Top 14 giants
Saracens are fighting to thwart a second raid from Top 14 outfit La Rochelle, who have now got Italian international Marco Riccion…
Neil Fissler
13 Jan 2026, 1:57
Newcastle set to raid Top 14 strugglers Perpignan for next signing
Thee Red Bulls' massive rebuilding programme is set to continue apace, with Maori All Blacks star Max Hicks next on their wish-lis…
Neil Fissler
12 Jan 2026, 5:37
Fissler Confidential: Ronan O'Gara on the brink at La Rochelle
Ronan O’Gara is preparing to hold talks with his La Rochelle bosses to decide whether he will leave his job on France’s Atlant…
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Neil Fissler
09 Jan 2026, 23:45
REVEALED: Newcastle Red Bulls' next transfer targets
A host of well-known players at rival PREM clubs, including Exeter, Sale Sharks and Northampton, are on their wish-list.
Neil Fissler
07 Jan 2026, 5:24
Sanderson takes bait and claps back in war of words with Sharks owner
Alex Sanderson admits that his pre-match team talk is sorted as he aims to show Marco Masotti who the “angriest and most aggress…
Neil Fissler
07 Jan 2026, 3:18
'Very hard to ignore him': Baxter piles selection pressure on Borthwick
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter has challenged Greg Fisilau to turn up the heat on England coaches and make it hard for them to igno…
Neil Fissler
07 Jan 2026, 2:44
Alex Sanderson breaks silence on Junior Kpoku move with one setback
Alex Sanderson is planning to ask Sale Sharks' owners, Simon and Michelle Orange and Ged Mason, to dig deep to finance a rare tran…
Neil Fissler
06 Jan 2026, 8:26
Wales lock Christ Tshiunza suffers setback in race to be fit for Six Nations
Exeter boss Rob Baxter has revealed that the 15-cap international has picked up another foot injury.
Neil Fissler
06 Jan 2026, 4:07
Struggling Harlequins braced for another seismic player exit
Harlequins are bracing themselves for another big-name departure, with skipper Stephan Lewies set to return to South Africa when h…
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Neil Fissler
05 Jan 2026, 8:05
Ambitious PREM club open talks with Fijian star Ponipate Loganimasi
Sale Sharks have spoken to Fijian sevens superstar Ponipate Loganimasi about making a sensational move to the North-West to join t…
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Neil Fissler
05 Jan 2026, 2:59
Dan McFarland emerges as shock contender for Newcastle Red Bulls job
Former Ulster boss Dan McFarland has emerged as a shock contender to take over as head coach at Gallagher PREM strugglers Newcastl…
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Neil Fissler
05 Jan 2026, 1:47
PREM heavyweights miss out on Wales fly-half Dan Edwards
Leicester Tigers look set to miss out on the signing of Wales fly-half Dan Edwards, who, according to some sources, has re-signed …
Neil Fissler
30 Dec 2025, 4:06
Theo McFarland future at Saracens in serious jeopardy
Saracens are battling to keep Theo McFarland in North London next season after he has met with La Rochelle about a transfer to the…
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Neil Fissler
30 Dec 2025, 3:17
Rival PREM club enter Dan du Preez transfer tug-of-war
The Sharks could face late heartbreak in their bid to land Sale Sharks No.8 Dan du Preez after Gallagher PREM champions Bath made …
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Neil Fissler
30 Dec 2025, 2:58
Fissler Confidential: Northampton face Anthony Belleau battle; Sharks eye Irish 9
Saints are still keen on keeping the Frenchman and could also be in the market for a new hooker.
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Neil Fissler
23 Dec 2025, 1:30
Fissler Confidential: Bears' fight to keep LRZ, England star on the move
Bristol Bears may have opened contract talks over an extension, but they are facing some serious competition from the Top 14 if th…
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Neil Fissler
19 Dec 2025, 7:33
Harry Randall return headlines upbeat Bristol medical bulletin
Bristol boss Pat Lam says England international scrum-half Harry Randall has won his race against the clock and will return from h…
Neil Fissler
18 Dec 2025, 9:06
England and Sale Sharks come to the same conclusion over George Ford
Punters are set to miss out on a box-office duel, following an update on the fitness of the star playmaker.
Neil Fissler
17 Dec 2025, 9:00
Tigers send Titcombe on loan to sharpen up against 'world-class players'
Leicester Tigers boss Geoff Parling admits that fly-half Charlie Titcombe will have a great chance to develop his game after joini…
Neil Fissler
17 Dec 2025, 4:07
Rob Baxter on Sarries rivalry and the battle for top four
Rob Baxter admits that one of the fiercest rivalries in English rugby remains very much alive as his Exeter Chiefs side prepares t…
Neil Fissler
17 Dec 2025, 0:25
Josh Kemeny admits to 'draw factor' of end-of-season Northampton exit
Josh Kemeny, who is coming into the final six months of his contract, admits that he doesn’t know if he will still be at Northam…
Neil Fissler
16 Dec 2025, 9:01
Sale Sharks confirm signing of Wales' Nicky Smith
Nicky Smith admits that he hopes to spend the best years of his career with Sale Sharks after it was confirmed he is moving to the…
Neil Fissler
16 Dec 2025, 4:28
England could be forced into pre-World Cup coaching reshuffle
England coach Steve Borthwick could be forced into yet another coaching re-shuffle after forwards coach Joe El-Abd held talks with…
Neil Fissler
15 Dec 2025, 0:42
Fissler Confidential: Faf's PREM return, Paddy Jackson eyes new club
Springbok scrum-half Faf de Klerk is considering his options for a return to the Gallagher PREM next season, as his contract with …
Neil Fissler
12 Dec 2025, 7:39
Sale shed more light on George Ford injury after scan
Sale Sharks boss Alex Sanderson admits that star fly-half George Ford will again be missing with an abductor strain when he takes …
Neil Fissler
11 Dec 2025, 9:52
Baxter outlines Exeter's transfer plans with England stars yet to sign
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits he is prioritising quality over quantity as he steps up his recruitment and follows the bluep…
Neil Fissler
11 Dec 2025, 6:24
Nicky Smith joins Leicester exodus as PREM rivals swoop for Wales star
Sale Sharks are set to sign Wales loosehead prop Nicky Smith when his contract with Gallagher PREM rivals Leicester Tigers runs ou…
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Neil Fissler
11 Dec 2025, 3:05
Dowson's repsonse to George Furbank exit rumours will worry Saints fans
Northampton Saints boss Phil Dowson admits that George Furbank would be “insane” not to talk to Gallagher PREM rivals after be…
Neil Fissler
10 Dec 2025, 9:13
Jordan Larmour linked with a shock move to provincial rivals
Ireland winger Jordan Larmour has been linked with a shock move to link up with former senior Leinster coach Stuart Lancaster at C…
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Neil Fissler
10 Dec 2025, 8:41
Sevu Reece to end All Blacks career with France move, but there's one snag
Perpignan have pulled off a major coup after agreeing to sign All Blacks winger Sevu Reece on a three-year contract, subject to th…
Neil Fissler
10 Dec 2025, 7:26
Exeter confirm arrival of former PREM winner to coaching team
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that former Northampton Saints and Bath star James Wilson has linked up with Rob Baxter’s coaching …
Neil Fissler
10 Dec 2025, 3:59
'Frustrated' Rob Baxter accepts harsh truth before Racing 92 clash
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that he will be ringing the changes, resting his international stars and sending a second str…
Neil Fissler
10 Dec 2025, 2:58
Exeter bring in two ex-PREM players to strengthen coaching team
Glen Townson and James Wilson will be assisting Rob Baxter moving forward.
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Neil Fissler
09 Dec 2025, 8:13
Andy Onyeama-Christie on brink of Saracens exit as new club emerge
Newcastle Red Bulls could pile more transfer misery on Saracens after moving into pole position to land Scotland international And…
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Neil Fissler
05 Dec 2025, 8:55
Fissler Confidential: Sale Sharks eye double-whammy of Saracens stars
Saracens star Alex Lozowski could become Sale Sharks' next signing after joining team-mate Elliot Daly in having talks about a swi…
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Neil Fissler
05 Dec 2025, 3:06
Bok superstar may exit South African rugby with giant offer tabled
Springbok skipper Siya Kolisi could finally move to Japan Rugby League One, where he is believed to be a target for Kobelco Kobe S…
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Neil Fissler
04 Dec 2025, 7:05
George Furbank reveals special diet in bid to make Rugby World Cup
The Northampton Saints and England full-back won the last of his 14 caps in the win over Japan last November and has had a difficu…
Neil Fissler
03 Dec 2025, 9:24
Rob Baxter gives a positive update on Henry Slade's future
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that the club are closing in on agreeing a new deal with England outside Henry Slade, who is …
Neil Fissler
03 Dec 2025, 3:19
'Is this just another nail in the coffin of PREM clubs?': Budget bombshell
A change to taxation rules on image rights payments will make it even harder for English clubs to compete with their French counte…
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Neil Fissler
02 Dec 2025, 10:07
Sale sweating over George Ford fitness but England team-mate returns
Ben Curry will return to the Sale Sharks squad for Friday night’s Investec Champions Cup opener with Glasgow, but star fly-half …
Neil Fissler
02 Dec 2025, 8:14
Fissler Confidential: England star Elliot Daly in talks with rival PREM club
The versatile back's six-year stay at Saracens could be coming to an end.
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Neil Fissler
28 Nov 2025, 7:24
Bristol boss Pat Lam explains 'no brainer' Ellis Genge decision
Bristol Bears boss Pat Lam admits that it was a ‘no-brainer’ giving Ellis Genge a week off for the visit of unbeaten Gallagher…
Neil Fissler
27 Nov 2025, 7:40
Newcastle Red Bulls' honest admission as major signing handed debut
Alan Dickens gives Tom Christie his debut as he says Newcastle Red Bulls owe fans their first Gallagher PREM win in a day short of…
Neil Fissler
27 Nov 2025, 4:37
Munster have won race to sign 'abrasive' Springbok front-rower
Munster have won the race to land Springbok hooker Marnus van der Merwe from United Rugby Championship outfit the Scarlets when hi…
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Neil Fissler
27 Nov 2025, 2:30
England star wanted 'ridiculous amount of money' says PREM coach
Alex Sanderson admits he has missed out on several high-profile transfer targets because he refuses to let players and agents take…
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Neil Fissler
27 Nov 2025, 1:21
Rob Baxter on the 'one challenge' Exeter have with Henry Slade
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that he will manage England star Henry Slade over the next few weeks, even though he is exemp…
Neil Fissler
26 Nov 2025, 8:38
Joe Marchant seals PREM return with eyes set on World Cup place
Sale Sharks boss Alex Sanderson says that Joe Marchant's desire to play in the 2027 World Cup was the major factor in his decision…
Neil Fissler
26 Nov 2025, 8:00
Callum Chick reflects on Newcastle exit before Red Bull takeover
Callum Chick admits that his desire and drive to win trophies and more England caps were the deciding factors in his leaving his h…
Neil Fissler
26 Nov 2025, 3:58
Exeter's worst fears confirmed over Ross Vintcent injury
Ross Vintcent is fighting to be fit for the start of the Six Nations after Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter revealed that he needs an…
Neil Fissler
26 Nov 2025, 2:00
Second Leicester star snubs Sale in major boost for Tigers
Emeka Ilione has piled more transfer misery on beleaguered Sale Sharks boss Alex Sanderson after turning down the chance to move t…
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Neil Fissler
26 Nov 2025, 0:23
'It's hugely disappointing for Fin': Phil Dowson
Northampton Saints boss Phil Dowson admits that Fin Smith has returned to Franklin's Gardens with a “point to prove” after a d…
Neil Fissler
25 Nov 2025, 9:33
Red Bulls soon to receive 'invaluable' reinforcements to kickstart season
Newcastle Red Bulls will get coaching and playing reinforcements early next week when former Wales and Lions fly-half Stephen Jone…
Neil Fissler
25 Nov 2025, 5:32
Saracens agree deal to sign George Martin after Sale snubbed
Saracens have agreed a deal to sign and snatch Leicester Tigers and England lock George Martin from under the noses of Gallagher P…
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Neil Fissler
25 Nov 2025, 2:08
Gregor Townsend edges closer to early Scotland exit
Does Gregor Townsend’s uneasy showdown with the Scottish media ahead of tomorrow’s clash with Tonga show us that he is heading…
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Neil Fissler
22 Nov 2025, 2:52
Fissler Confidential: New favourites emerge for England's George Martin
Sale Sharks appear to have missed out to one of their PREM rivals, with the international lock set to move on from Leicester at th…
Neil Fissler
21 Nov 2025, 7:56
'Bring him back': Ex-England star makes outrageous Andy Farrell call
Ireland coach Andy Farrell should be named the next England rugby league boss and put in charge for the 2026 World Cup, according …
Neil Fissler
20 Nov 2025, 9:09
The three times Wales actually did beat the All Blacks
Wales' rivalry with the All Blacks has been very one-sided since they claimed their last victory in the fixture almost 72 years ag…
Analysis
Neil Fissler
20 Nov 2025, 4:37
PREM Italy star could be doubt for start of Six Nations
An injury in the Azzurri's defeat to South Africa in Turin last weekend could be costly for both Italy and Exeter.
Neil Fissler
18 Nov 2025, 2:57
Fissler Confidential: England lock moves closer to Tigers exit
Sale Sharks are close to agreeing a four-month deal with Currie Cup champions Griquas to sign highly rated winger Gurshwin Wehr, w…
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Neil Fissler
16 Nov 2025, 2:29
In demand Scotland star Ben White snubs UK club return
Ben White has snubbed a return to the UK when his contract with Top 14 outfit Toulon runs out at the end of the season and has sig…
Neil Fissler
15 Nov 2025, 3:50
Where are they now: The England 'A' side that beat Spain in 1988
England A will face Spain at the Estadio José Zorrilla in Valladolid on Saturday, live on RugbyPass TV, to rekindle a ri…
Neil Fissler
13 Nov 2025, 4:45
Springboks lock Jean Kleyn set to leave Munster
Springbok lock Jean Kleyn, who is out of contract at the end of the season, is at the centre of a tug of war between Top 14 giants…
Neil Fissler
13 Nov 2025, 1:31
What has 'really pleased' Rob Baxter about new recruit Stephen Varney
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter has hailed the contribution that Italy scrum-half Stephen Varney has had at Sandy Park since moving …
Neil Fissler
13 Nov 2025, 1:12
Crisis hit Gloucester set for major overhaul in bid to save season
Gloucester are looking to recruit a new Director of Rugby and have already begun interviewing candidates as they look to save thei…
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Neil Fissler
13 Nov 2025, 0:53
Rob Baxter gives an insight into 'frustrated' Henry Slade contract talks
The England international has plenty of reasons to stay in his home county.
Neil Fissler
11 Nov 2025, 5:38
Fissler Confidential: Ex-England star shutdowns talk of PREM return
Lewis Ludlam has shut down talk of a return to the Gallagher PREM to play in the 2027 World Cup and has pledged his future to Toul…
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Neil Fissler
09 Nov 2025, 5:35
Done deal: Chandler Cunningham-South has club future confirmed
Harlequins have confirmed that England flanker Chandler Cunningham-South has signed a new multi-year deal to remain at the club wh…
Neil Fissler
06 Nov 2025, 3:32
'It was the senior players who were asking me to pick him'
Pat Lam has hailed his Bristol Bears captain Fitz Harding as a “coach's dream” after he was chosen to make his England A debut…
Neil Fissler
06 Nov 2025, 3:11
The day Scotland DID beat New Zealand at rugby
Scotland do have a victory over New Zealand, and it came in January 1946, in what were known as the Victory Internationals to cele…
Neil Fissler
05 Nov 2025, 6:01
French giants eye former Leicester fly-half Zack Henry
ASM Clermont Auvergne are the first French club to break cover and move to sign former Leicester Tigers fly-half Zack Henry, who i…
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Neil Fissler
03 Nov 2025, 2:27
Fissler Confidential: PREM clubs eye rising NZ star Dylan Pledger
Saracens have made a move to sign Wales loosehead Nicky Smith when his contract with Gallagher PREM rivals Leicester Tigers runs o…
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Neil Fissler
01 Nov 2025, 3:10
Prodigal son Joey Carbery set for Ireland return?
Connacht are looking for an Irish-qualified fly-half for next season and have been linked with a move for Joey Carbery, who is in …
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Neil Fissler
29 Oct 2025, 5:00
England's Cunningham-South: Club future looks a done deal
England flanker Chandler Cunningham-South could be about to dump more transfer misery on Sale Sharks by agreeing a new deal with G…
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Neil Fissler
29 Oct 2025, 3:05
Billy Vunipola on the brink as Montpellier finally lose patience
Billy Vunipola looks set to leave Montpellier at the end of the season after the Top 14 outfit grew unhappy at his dawdling puttin…
Neil Fissler
27 Oct 2025, 4:17
Fissler Confidential: Sale Sharks brace for another Bok exit
Dan du Preez is set to leave Sale Sharks this summer to join his brothers Robert and his twin, Jean-Luc, in playing in France next…
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Neil Fissler
24 Oct 2025, 7:23
Exeter Chiefs' Aussie accent to increase with third Wallaby addition
Scott Sio is set to make his first appearance of the season when struggling Gloucester visit Exeter Chiefs on Saturday afternoon, …
Neil Fissler
23 Oct 2025, 2:56
Wales exit: Jac Morgan holds meeting with Saracens
Saracens appear to have moved into pole position to sign Wales captain Jac Morgan when his contract with the Welsh Rugby Union run…
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Neil Fissler
23 Oct 2025, 0:27
Northampton face fight to keep 'clutch player' Anthony Belleau
The summer signing's CV is doing the rounds in France after an impressive start to his Saints career.
Neil Fissler
22 Oct 2025, 8:07
Rob Baxter rooting for an England recall for star back-rower
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that he takes it very personally when one of his players is dumped by England, and Ethan Root…
Neil Fissler
22 Oct 2025, 4:00
Hot property Hoskins Sotutu attracting renewed interest from England
Former All Black back row Hoskins Sotutu is once again being touted for a move to the Gallagher PREM when his contract with the Bl…
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Neil Fissler
22 Oct 2025, 0:26
'Chip on the shoulder' Henry Pollock backed to be England No.8
Northampton Saints boss Phil Dowson is backing Henry Pollock to fill the void left by France-bound Tom Willis.
Neil Fissler
21 Oct 2025, 10:09
Fissler Confidential: Irish talisman's pre-RWC exit, Manu on the move
Jamison Gibson-Park, who is out of contract at the end of the season, is being tempted to leave United Rugby Championship champion…
Neil Fissler
17 Oct 2025, 8:06
Tigers turn to James O'Connor to derail champions Bath
Veteran Wallaby fly-half James O’Connor will make his first Gallagher PREM start for Leicester Tigers for the visit to Welford R…
Neil Fissler
17 Oct 2025, 5:02
Exeter's Wallabies recruits come straight into start against Quins
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter is set to unleash the Wallabies duo Len Ikitau and Tom Hooper in front of the TNT Sport cameras when…
Neil Fissler
17 Oct 2025, 4:41
Alex Mitchell sets target for 'quality' Northampton this season
England and Lions scrum-half Alex Mitchell has his sights on Northampton Saints winning some silverware this season after penning …
Neil Fissler
15 Oct 2025, 9:50
Ellis Genge joins LRZ on Bristol's eye-watering double-digit injury list
Wales superstar Louis Rees-Zammit has been ruled out of a reunion with his former club Gloucester when Bristol Bears visit their W…
Neil Fissler
15 Oct 2025, 7:28
Rob Baxter delivers blunt message to Chiefs stars nearing end of deals
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter says that his squad are playing for their futures after admitting he hasn’t opened talks with play…
Neil Fissler
15 Oct 2025, 3:27
Exeter Chiefs to unleash one of the most potent PREM backlines ever
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter looks set to unleash one of the most potent backlines the Premiership has ever seen when Harlequins …
Neil Fissler
13 Oct 2025, 4:30
Bidding war: Wales star could become Gloucester's highest paid player
Gloucester are battling to keep hold of Wales scrum-half Tomos Williams, who is now in the final year of his contract at Kingsholm…
Neil Fissler
13 Oct 2025, 3:26
Mark McCall breaks silence on Tom Willis' Saracens' future
Saracens boss Mark McCall says that Tom Willis has been offered a new deal to keep him at the club beyond his current contract, wh…
Neil Fissler
13 Oct 2025, 2:30
Why Joseph Dweba walked away from lucrative Sale Sharks deal
Exeter Chiefs' new boy Joseph Dweba has revealed he turned down a lucrative move to Sale Sharks last season because he wanted his …
Neil Fissler
12 Oct 2025, 8:18
Fissler Extra: Scotland boss Gregor Townsend takes flight
Gloucester are the latest PREM Rugby outfit to sound out Scotland and Lions tourist Ben White, but Toulon remain the favourites to…
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Neil Fissler
12 Oct 2025, 7:17
'I hurt people': How a spiralling Stuart Hogg made 'biggest mistake' of his life
Stuart Hogg admits that retiring to try to save his marriage was the biggest mistake he made, but says it is one he won’t make a…
Neil Fissler
12 Oct 2025, 4:24
Henry Slade breaks silence on Exeter Chiefs future amid exit rumours
Henry Slade has indicated that he is ready to sit down with Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter and pledge the rest of his career to the…
Neil Fissler
11 Oct 2025, 2:26
The latest twist in the rapidly heating up Tom Willis transfer scrap
Tom Willis is becoming one of the most highly sought-after players who are out of contract at the end of the season and looks set …
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Neil Fissler
11 Oct 2025, 2:13
Fissler Confidential: Another club enter England back-row tug-of-war
Gloucester are believed to be the latest Premiership club to take a look at England star Chandler Cunningham-South, who is in the …
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Neil Fissler
10 Oct 2025, 9:03
'I cringe thinking about it': Feyi-Waboso on the incident that left him sweating
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso suffered a hamstring injury in pre-season training, but has been nothing but a revelation since returning for…
Neil Fissler
10 Oct 2025, 6:55
Exeter Chiefs hand debuts to 2 new signings for Bristol Bears clash
Exeter Chiefs are giving Julian Heaven and Ethan Burger debuts off the bench for the West Country derby against Bristol Bears at A…
Neil Fissler
10 Oct 2025, 4:34
Len Ikitau on why he'll likely snub an R360 offer
Wallaby inside centre Len Ikitau admits that the prospect of earning millions with R360 isn’t enough of a lure for him to miss t…
Neil Fissler
09 Oct 2025, 12:35
One-cap Springbok Rob du Preez signs for Top 14 leaders
Sale Sharks will now double down on attempts to get George Ford to sign a new contract after Bayonne announced that they have sign…
Neil Fissler
07 Oct 2025, 11:48
Alan Dickens all too aware of Newcastle's 'well-documented' flaws
Newcastle Red Bulls boss Alan Dickens is confident that their first win is only around the corner, which will give his side a much…
Neil Fissler
07 Oct 2025, 8:11
The details of Bok Thomas du Toit's end-of-season South Africa return
Springbok tighthead Thomas du Toit is returning home to South Africa when his contract with Bath runs out at the end of the season…
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Neil Fissler
07 Oct 2025, 7:45
England star Fin Smith agrees huge deal with Northampton
Northampton Saints have announced that England and Lions fly-half Fin Smith has signed a new multi-year contract to remain at Fran…
Neil Fissler
04 Oct 2025, 3:06
Martin Gleeson clears major hurdle in return to rugby union
Martin Gleeson has removed a major obstacle in his way to a return to PREM Rugby with current champions Bath after announcing his …
Neil Fissler
04 Oct 2025, 2:51
Fissler Confidential: England's Tom Willis faces career defining decision
Saracens are facing a battle to keep hold of England No. 8 Tom Willis, who could join older brother Jack in France when his contra…
Neil Fissler
03 Oct 2025, 8:12
Pat Lam forced to ring changes after Bristol Bears injury carnage
Pam Lam has been forced to ring the changes as Bristol Bears chase a historic win over Saracens, having lost their previous six vi…
Neil Fissler
03 Oct 2025, 4:38
'That's nine months': Bristol learn devastating extent of injuries
Bristol Bears boss Pat Lam has provided a bleak update on three key players, AJ MacGinty, Harry Randall, and Gabriel Ibitoye, who …
Neil Fissler
02 Oct 2025, 7:07
'Bonkers decision': Social media reacts to Steve Diamond dismissal
Newcastle Red Bulls' decision to sack Director of Rugby Steve Diamond hasn’t gone down well with their fans on social media, wit…
Neil Fissler
01 Oct 2025, 8:53
Baxter's mixed injury update on Tshiunza and two England internationals
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter is keeping his fingers crossed while he waits for news on the foot injury suffered by Welsh internat…
Neil Fissler
01 Oct 2025, 7:02
Huge management overhaul announced by Newcastle as Diamond goes
Former Newcastle boss John Fletcher returns to the North East club in a new role, as part of a major restructure of the management…
Neil Fissler
01 Oct 2025, 5:57
Shock change at the top imminent as Newcastle boss gets the bullet
Steve Diamond has been informed he is no longer part of the Newcastle's plans moving forward, with his replacement at the Red Bull…
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Neil Fissler
01 Oct 2025, 3:09
Steve Diamond has another dig at Bath after unlucky breaks force his hand
Newcastle Red Bulls boss Steve Diamond, who has made 16 signings since July, has revealed that he needs to enter the transfer mark…
Neil Fissler
01 Oct 2025, 2:22
URC reveal contenders panel to become 'next Hollie Davidson'
The BKT United Rugby Championship’s Head of Match Officials, Tappe Henning, admits that he has already drawn up a shortlist in t…
Neil Fissler
30 Sep 2025, 8:46
Liam Williams gets the green light to end eight-month wait
Newcastle Red Bulls boss Steve Diamond has confirmed that Wales and Lions star Liam Williams will make his debut for the club when…
Neil Fissler
30 Sep 2025, 5:18
Scotland star eyeing Gallagher PREM as French exit looms
Jonny Gray’s CV is doing the rounds of PREM Rugby clubs, with his contract with Top 14 outfit Bordeaux due to run out at the end…
Neil Fissler
29 Sep 2025, 6:26
Fissler Confidential: Huge flex for one PREM club as rumours hit another
Northampton Saints are set to announce that England stars Fin Smith and George Furbank, who are in the final year of their contrac…
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Neil Fissler
26 Sep 2025, 5:54
'If we can’t win, we draw. If we can’t draw, we lose by a point'
Rob Baxter has spent a lot of time this summer re-educating his Exeter Chiefs squad, and he is the first to admit that nobody will…
Neil Fissler
25 Sep 2025, 2:51
Double boost for Exeter ahead of season opener
Exeter Chiefs have received a massive boost ahead of their PREM Rugby opener after passing international stars Immanuel Feyi-Wabos…
Neil Fissler
24 Sep 2025, 2:29
Steve Diamond happy to play the waiting game over Williams and Wade
Newcastle Red Bulls' boss says he will carefully manage his two 34-year-old star men through the season.
Neil Fissler
23 Sep 2025, 4:08
Fissler Confidential: Sharks circle England ace, Saracens battle to keep star
England flanker Chandler Cunningham-South, who has entered into the final year of his Harlequins contract, is attracting interest …
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Neil Fissler
19 Sep 2025, 6:06
Exeter boss Rob Baxter makes bold Boks prediction about new recruit
Rob Baxter believes that Joseph Dweba can use the Exeter Chiefs as a springboard back into Rassie Erasmus’s Springbok setup and …
Neil Fissler
16 Sep 2025, 8:22
England and Exeter hit by another Feyi-Waboso setback
England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso faces a race to be fit for the start of the PREM Rugby season after suffering a setback in tra…
Neil Fissler
16 Sep 2025, 3:52
Fissler Confidential: Joey Carbery move, England rookie PREM swap?
Former Ireland fly-half Joey Carbery could be on the move when his contract runs out next summer, with his name already circulatin…
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Neil Fissler
14 Sep 2025, 1:17
Steve Diamond linked with PREM rivals as sudden exit opens door
Steve Diamond's next Red Adair job could be at Harlequins after Newcastle Red Bulls’ new owners left the door open for his depar…
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Neil Fissler
12 Sep 2025, 4:33
'Slap in the face': Rob Baxter's candid admission on arguably Exeter's darkest day
The last time Exeter Chiefs played Gloucester at Kingsholm in April, it resulted in a record 79-17 defeat, their heaviest in the t…
Neil Fissler
12 Sep 2025, 3:58
Danny Wilson exits Harlequins 15 days before season starts for Test role
Danny Wilson will leave Harlequins after Friday night’s PREM Rugby Cup match away to Newcastle Red Bulls as he takes up the role…
Neil Fissler
11 Sep 2025, 5:37
Steve Diamond thriving under pressure as he faces job threat head on
Newcastle Red Bulls boss Steve Diamond admits that he isn’t bothered by speculation that his job is already under threat, just w…
Neil Fissler
10 Sep 2025, 8:30
Exeter provide positive update on Feyi-Waboso and Slade
The England internationals could be seen in Chiefs' colours before too long.
Neil Fissler
09 Sep 2025, 5:04
Rassie vows changes after Springboks gift All Blacks early points
Rassie Erasmus has vowed to ring the changes after watching his side fail to recover from a sloppy start that saw them gift the A…
Neil Fissler
06 Sep 2025, 6:47
Fissler Confidential: Wallaby's Exeter move could come with complications
Exeter Chiefs face a battle to keep Wallabies star Tom Hooper at Sandy Park for the full duration of his two-year contract.
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Neil Fissler
05 Sep 2025, 10:04
Fissler Confidential: Saracens sniffing around Springboks newbie
Former Premiership and European champions Saracens have become the latest club to enquire about Scarlets hooker Marnus van der Mer…
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Neil Fissler
30 Aug 2025, 1:55
Wigan remain tight-lipped on Christian Wade's future
Former England flyer Christian Wade appears poised to end his brief spell in Super League with Wigan Warriors and return to PREM R…
Neil Fissler
26 Aug 2025, 6:03
Graham Rowntree head coach appointment confirmed
Ambitious Japan Rugby League One outfit Urayasu D-Rocks have confirmed the appointment of former Munster boss Graham Rowntree as t…
Neil Fissler
26 Aug 2025, 4:21
Graham Rowntree favourite to land job rumoured for Warren Gatland
Graham Rowntree has emerged as the shock favourite to become the new head coach of the Japan Rugby League One outfit Urayasu D-Roc…
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Neil Fissler
25 Aug 2025, 5:47
Fissler Confidential: Wade to follow LRZ? Savea's monster-deal rumour
Christian Wade's brief spell in Super League with Wigan Warriors looks to be coming to an end, with strong suggestions that he is …
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Neil Fissler
22 Aug 2025, 23:45
Harlequins sign Lions beating Argentina international Boris Wenger
Harlequins have bolstered their front row options with a late summer move to sign Argentinian loosehead Boris Wenger, who will arr…
Neil Fissler
21 Aug 2025, 3:37
Fissler Confidential: Newcastle Red Bulls line up next signing
Newcastle Red Bulls are closing in on another signing, and Steve Diamond has fixed his sights on the Bulls' fly-half, Boeta Chambe…
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Neil Fissler
15 Aug 2025, 7:25
Bristol Bears sign Louis Rees-Zammit with 'immediate effect'
Bristol Bears are set to win the battle to sign Wales superstar Louis Rees-Zammit after his bid to crack the NFL with the Kansas C…
Neil Fissler
14 Aug 2025, 12:08
Newcastle Red Bulls snap up Crusaders' Tom Christie
Newcastle Red Bulls boss Steve Diamond is continuing his late pre-season spending spree after signing three-time Super Rugby winne…
Neil Fissler
14 Aug 2025, 2:05
All Blacks Sevens star Etene Nanai-Seturo poised for European move
Chiefs winger Etene Nanai-Seturo could celebrate his 26th birthday next week by clinching an eve-of-season move to Top 14 outfit P…
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Neil Fissler
13 Aug 2025, 9:29
Red Bull will bring football-style fever to Newcastle: Steve Diamond
Steve Diamond believes that a successful Newcastle Red Bulls will be a major shot in the arm for a region that has long been regar…
Neil Fissler
13 Aug 2025, 5:35
Steve Diamond maps out Newcastle's recruitment policy after Red Bull takeover
Steve Diamond has ruled out Welsh superstar Louis Rees-Zammit joining his Newcastle Red Bulls squad as he looks to continue his sh…
Neil Fissler
12 Aug 2025, 7:53
New name, new era for Newcastle as Red Bull takeover confirmed
As exclusively revealed by RugbyPass, Red Bull have taken full ownership of Newcastle Falcons.
Neil Fissler
12 Aug 2025, 2:28
Fissler Confidential: Feyi-Waboso latest target of rebel comp
Exeter Chiefs winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso is the latest England player to be targeted for the breakaway R360 tournament, which is …
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Neil Fissler
09 Aug 2025, 1:35
Newcastle's bullish spending splurge continues with Amanaki Mafi
Japanese international No.8 Amanaki Mafi has become Newcastle Falcons’ fifth signing ahead of the new season after agreeing a on…
Neil Fissler
08 Aug 2025, 4:55
Ex-England fly-half Freddie Burns lands new club in Romania
Former England fly-half Freddie Burns is set to continue his career in Romania after reuniting with Carl Hogg at Dinamo Bucharest.…
Neil Fissler
07 Aug 2025, 8:14
'It was just a bit strange. I’ve never experienced anything like that'
Ireland lock Tadhg Beirne admitted that he wasn’t sure Andy Farrell was even going to pick him for a Lions tour that saw him nam…
Neil Fissler
02 Aug 2025, 8:39
What Andy Farrell said to Joe Schmidt immediately after Lions defeat
Andy Farrell admits that he is frustrated that the Lions couldn’t write themselves into the history books after Australia avoide…
Neil Fissler
02 Aug 2025, 8:17
Premiership free-for-all to sign Louis Rees-Zammit
Premiership clubs are starting to queue up to speak to former Wales winger and Lions tourist Louis Rees-Zammit after his shock ann…
Neil Fissler
01 Aug 2025, 18:24
Fissler Confidential: Smith, Morgan and Suaalii linked with mega moves
England and Lions fly-half Fin Smith has emerged as a leading target for R360 now that he has entered the final year of his deal w…
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Neil Fissler
01 Aug 2025, 2:38
Allan Alaalatoa sends warning to Lions ahead of Sydney 'dead rubber'
Allan Alaalatoa has warned the Lions that the series might be dead, but don’t bank on the Wallabies caving in and allowing a fir…
Neil Fissler
26 Jul 2025, 20:00
'Gutted' Joe Schmidt makes feelings clear over match-deciding call
Joe Schmidt believes that Hugo Keenan’s last-gasp series-winning try should have been disallowed and that the Wallabies should b…
Neil Fissler
26 Jul 2025, 11:00
Maro Itoje: What was said as Lions fell 'far behind' on scoreboard
Lions skipper Maro Itoje has set his sights on claiming a clean sweep of Test wins over the Wallabies, but only after savouring th…
Neil Fissler
26 Jul 2025, 8:19
'I thought it was a brilliant clear-out, honestly - didn’t you?'
Andy Farrell admits that he is "living the dream" after the Lions snatched a dramatic series win against Australia with a game to …
Neil Fissler
26 Jul 2025, 7:36
Hugo Keenan's candid omission over series-winning try
Hugo Keenan admits that he will savour his “surreal" last-gasp series-clinching try for the rest of his life after the British &…
Neil Fissler
26 Jul 2025, 6:13
James Fender forced into rethink after Grenoble move collapses
Former Wales under-20 lock James Fender is set to see out the final year of his contract with hometown club the Ospreys after a mo…
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Neil Fissler
25 Jul 2025, 23:37
Fissler Confidential: All Black to give Falcons wings
Newcastle Falcons are looking to make Scotland-born, All Blacks scrum-half Finlay Christie the first of what could be a dozen new …
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Neil Fissler
25 Jul 2025, 9:11
'This is the biggest game of our lives': Farrell demands improvement
British & Irish Lions boss Andy Farrell has told his players to prepare for the biggest game of their lives after delivering a dam…
Neil Fissler
22 Jul 2025, 7:34
Mixed Lions injury update on McCarthy, Smith, Hansen and Graham
Darcy Graham will be left to sweat overnight after the British & Irish Lions boss Andy Farrell delivered an important injury updat…
Neil Fissler
22 Jul 2025, 7:07
A blow by blow look at Owen Farrell's Lions captain's knock
Owen Farrell’s late call-up to tour with the Lions for his fourth tour by his dad, Andy, was seen as almost as controversial as …
Neil Fissler
22 Jul 2025, 5:14
England’s racism complaint upheld as Argentina face special measures
World Rugby have strongly condemned the sickening racist abuse directed at England's black players during their nail-biting 22-17 …
Neil Fissler
21 Jul 2025, 5:49
Injured Lions duo in contention for second Test Andy Farrell reveals
British & Irish Lions boss Andy Farrell admits that Garry Ringrose and Blair Kinghorn could feature in Tuesday’s final midweek g…
Neil Fissler
19 Jul 2025, 11:01
The main Lions deficiency identified by Maro Itoje
Maro Itoje hopes to lay to rest the ghosts of the 2021 British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa by winning the second Test in Me…
Neil Fissler
19 Jul 2025, 10:39
Tom Curry anger at critics evident in awkward 92-second exchange with press
Tom Curry wasn't in the mood for compliments during a bizarre 92-second appearance in the media mixed zone after the British & Iri…
Neil Fissler
19 Jul 2025, 9:11
'I’m still shaking with adrenaline... Very mixed emotions'
Tom Lynagh admits that he is living the dream after following in the footsteps of his dad, Michael, and winning his first cap agai…
Neil Fissler
19 Jul 2025, 8:02
Andy Farrell hits back at Lions selection critics
Lions boss Andy Farrell has hit back at the online criticism of his selection of Tadhg Beirne and Tom Curry by calling their perfo…
Neil Fissler
19 Jul 2025, 6:54
Fissler Confidential: Wales captain Dewi Lake at forefront of transfer scramble
The starting gun has been sounded for players in the last year of their contracts to begin discussing potential moves with clubs w…
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Neil Fissler
18 Jul 2025, 8:25
Chart-topping superstar named to open Women's Rugby World Cup
The chart-topping singer has been confirmed as the headline act that will open the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup.
Neil Fissler
15 Jul 2025, 0:45
Sending off can't stop England U20 revenge mission over Wales
Ollie Streeter was sent off, but it wasn't enough to stop England U20 from gaining revenge on Wales for costing them the Six Natio…
Neil Fissler
14 Jul 2025, 8:39
NRL superstar Kalyn Ponga eyes up sensational rugby union switch
Newcastle Knights superstar Kalyn Ponga could be about to walk out on the NRL later this year, with a sensational cross-code switc…
Neil Fissler
14 Jul 2025, 4:49
'They spoiled the party for us... We want to set the record straight'
Ben Coen won’t let Wales become party poopers for the second time in four months as England aim to end the World Rugby U20 Champ…
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Neil Fissler
13 Jul 2025, 6:42
Lions move quickly to fill potential Luke Cowan-Dickie void
Jamie George has been drafted into the British & Irish Lions squad as cover for the injured Luke Cowan-Dickie.
Neil Fissler
12 Jul 2025, 8:29
Andy Farrell on Cowan-Dickie as Lions brace for injury double-whammy
The Lions have suffered a major body blow ahead of the first Test against the Wallabies next Saturday after coach Andy Farrell con…
Neil Fissler
12 Jul 2025, 5:43
Fissler Confidential: Liam Williams' club future up in the air
Wales full-back Liam Williams could move to the Pro D2 next season as he keeps his dream alive of winning 100 caps for his country…
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Neil Fissler
11 Jul 2025, 8:37
England U20 avoid collapse against Australia with late penalty
Ben Coen’s last-gasp penalty earned England a remarkable bonus point 36-33 victory after they looked to be heading out of the Wo…
Neil Fissler
09 Jul 2025, 11:08
'Constantly talking off the field': Andy Farrell singles out Lion after win
British & Irish Lions boss Andy Farrell admits that the 36-24 win over the ACT Brumbies was another “step forward” as they pre…
Neil Fissler
09 Jul 2025, 9:01
Maro Itoje has no trouble pinpointing areas Lions must improve
British & Irish Lions skipper Maro Itoje admits that the tourists aren’t the finished article despite clocking up another win af…
Neil Fissler
09 Jul 2025, 7:06
'Some of the best I’ve seen': England U20 add 'extremely dangerous' pair
England U20 backs and skills coach Will Parkin has challenged speedsters Noah Caluori and Tyler Offiah to be match winners in the …
Neil Fissler
07 Jul 2025, 9:08
Fissler Confidential: Racing 92 pressing ex-Bok for answer
Racing 92 are pressing Rob Du Preez for an answer after making him a huge offer to leave Sale Sharks and join his brother Jean-Luc…
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Neil Fissler
06 Jul 2025, 3:14
'That's something that we are definitely going to look at' - Tadgh Beirne
Tadhg Beirne admits that it was a massive honour to captain the Lions following the 21-10 victory over the NSW Waratahs in Sydney.…
Neil Fissler
05 Jul 2025, 9:20
Bath's Johann van Graan part of 3-man Bulls shortlist
Johann van Graan has just guided Bath to their first Premiership title in 29 years, but he is on a three-man shortlist to replace …
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Neil Fissler
05 Jul 2025, 8:51
What peeved Andy Farrell the most after lame Lions win
Frustrated Lions boss Andy Farrell admits that his side need to cut out the errors after they turned the ball over 20 times in the…
Neil Fissler
05 Jul 2025, 7:29
Lions call-up Owen Farrell may not be eligible to play Brumbies
Lions boss Andy Farrell says that he doubts son Owen will be ready to face the Brumbies on Wednesday following his controversial c…
Neil Fissler
05 Jul 2025, 7:09
Haashim Pead stars as South Africa hand England U20 painful defeat
Haashim Pead scored two tries as the Junior Springboks seized control of Pool A with a 32–22 win, inflicting a rare defeat on de…
Neil Fissler
04 Jul 2025, 11:02
Andrew Porter: 'There is no good way to put it. It’s s*** when it happens'
Andrew Porter is making up for lost time after scoring his first Lions try in the 52–12 win over Queensland Reds, four years aft…
Neil Fissler
03 Jul 2025, 10:00
'Big men': England U20 scrum coach Nathan Catt verdict on Junior Boks
Scrum coach Nathan Catt admits that the juices will be flowing as he tells his pack to be prepared for a physical battle, as Under…
Neil Fissler
03 Jul 2025, 5:24
Reds lock Ryan Smith's verdict on future Ospreys team-mate Jac Morgan
Ryan Smith has hailed "world-class" Jac Morgan, the last Welshman standing on the British & Irish Lions tour, who will be a team-m…
Neil Fissler
02 Jul 2025, 9:20
Andy Farrell sheds light on the Hugo Keenan late withdrawal
British & Irish Lions boss Andy Farrell has delivered an update on Leinster and Ireland full-back Hugo Keenan, who was forced to p…
Neil Fissler
02 Jul 2025, 8:52
Two-try Tommy Freeman offers explanation as to why Lions clicked
Tommy Freeman admits that he was happy to mark up his first two tries in a Lions shirt in the 52-12 win over Queensland Reds at Su…
Neil Fissler
02 Jul 2025, 8:13
Ex-Junior Springbok bound for Northampton in Paris swap deal
It appears to be one lock in and one lock out for the beaten Champions Cup finalists.
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Neil Fissler
01 Jul 2025, 8:43
Fissler Confidential: Conor Murray's 'come and get me' message
Former Ireland and Lions scrum-half Conor Murray says his body is in good shape and he is keen to postpone his retirement for anot…
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Neil Fissler
29 Jun 2025, 1:56
England's cancelled rugby tour: Threats to players and accusations of cowardice
Steve Borthwick’s squad is the seventh that England have taken to Argentina since the first tour took place in 1981, following t…
Neil Fissler
27 Jun 2025, 2:28
Where to watch England XV vs France XV
Where is watch England XV vs France XV: RugbyPass TV is the only place to stream live — and for free — this afternoon’s rugb…
Neil Fissler
21 Jun 2025, 6:31
Fissler Confidential: French club's failed coup for England star
Montpellier have failed with a cheeky attempt to lure England winger Joe Cokanasiga to the GGL Stadium after Premiership champions…
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Neil Fissler
21 Jun 2025, 4:53
Where are they now? The Lomu-led All Blacks team that destroyed England
On this day, 30 years ago, Jonah Lomu destroyed England's 1995 World Cup hopes with four tries in a devastating display of finishi…
Neil Fissler
18 Jun 2025, 7:26
Record holder Rob du Preez linked with shock exit from Sale Sharks
Racing 92 have launched a shock move to replace Saracens-bound former England captain Owen Farrell with Sale Sharks playmaker Rob …
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Neil Fissler
17 Jun 2025, 9:10
Fissler Confidential: The unlikely rumour affecting URC and Prem finalists
Johan van Graan has been linked with a return to the Bulls, but there is very little chance of it happening, according to Fiss…
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Neil Fissler
14 Jun 2025, 4:48
Where are they now? Bath and Leicester's 1996 Pilkington Cup final teams
The 1996 Pilkington Cup Final between Bath and Leicester Tigers attracted a then world-record crowd of 75,000 at Twickenham, but i…
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Neil Fissler
13 Jun 2025, 4:33
Owen Farrell will return to Saracens early as Racing 92 exit agreed
Saracens have reached an agreement with Racing 92 for club legend Owen Farrell to rip up the final year of his contract, allowing …
Neil Fissler
12 Jun 2025, 15:06
Ex-Wales coach Forshaw set to join new-look coaching team in England
Leicester Tigers will appoint Mike Forshaw as their new defence coach this summer when his contract with the Welsh Rugby Union run…
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Neil Fissler
11 Jun 2025, 5:11
Owen Farrell transfer negotiations reach crucial stage
Racing 92 and Saracens are set for a last-ditch attempt to break the deadlock and agree on a transfer fee for former England and L…
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Neil Fissler
10 Jun 2025, 10:17
Red Bull's Newcastle deal imminent with Barrett providing inspiration
Energy drinks giant Red Bull could this week complete a deal that will give Newcastle Falcons, who finished bottom of the Gallaghe…
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Neil Fissler
10 Jun 2025, 8:28
Pat Lam's 'not ideal' preparation for the 'biggest derby in rugby'
Pat Lam admits that he is looking forward to his Bristol Bears' side creating history by winning the biggest derby game in rugby a…
Neil Fissler
05 Jun 2025, 9:15
New nation hoping to join URC warned of the hurdles they face
Georgia outfit Black Lion has been warned that there is a high bar for clubs wanting to join the BKT United Rugby Championship but…
Neil Fissler
05 Jun 2025, 5:16
URC boss outlines how league will respond to possible axed Welsh club
BKT United Rugby Championship boss Martin Anayi has pledged to support the Welsh Rugby Union after it was announced that they will…
Neil Fissler
05 Jun 2025, 2:13
Free-to-air TV option being considered by URC bosses
BKT United Rugby Championship CEO Martin Anayi says that they are exploring making some games free-to-air, but that they won’t n…
Neil Fissler
04 Jun 2025, 8:19
Leicester could be set for James O'Connor tug-of-war
Leicester Tigers could face more transfer market heartache with Racing 92 weighing up a move for former Wallaby playmaker James O…
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Neil Fissler
03 Jun 2025, 2:49
Where are they now? The Leicester 23 on Ben Youngs' club debut
Neil Fissler tracks down the players who played alongside Ben Youngs when he made his Leicester debut as a 17-year-old.
Neil Fissler
02 Jun 2025, 6:56
Fissler Confidential: Paddy Jackson's future starts to become clearer
Former Ireland centre and Lions tourist Jared Payne, who is an assistant coach with URC rivals the Scarlets, has emerged as the ne…
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Neil Fissler
31 May 2025, 2:30
Owen Farrell transfer saga starts to turn ugly as Racing outline terms
Saracens need to be quick if they want to do a fairytale deal for club legend Owen Farrell to make a sensational return to North L…
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Neil Fissler
29 May 2025, 9:18
Where are they now? Alex Goode's first match for Saracens
Alex Goode is bringing down the curtain on a stellar career, and, ironically, his first appearance on May 10 2008, was the last fo…
Neil Fissler
29 May 2025, 6:21
Northampton look to beef up pack with 145kg former Junior Bok
Investec Champions Cup finalists Northampton Saints are closing in a deal to sign Stade Francais lock JJ van der Mescht as they lo…
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Neil Fissler
29 May 2025, 3:48
Mixed fortunes for Immanuel Feyi-Waboso and Dafydd Jenkins at Exeter
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso has been ruled out of Exeter Chiefs' final game of the season against Sale Sharks, but he is set to be fit fo…
Neil Fissler
29 May 2025, 2:59
'Journeyman' Tadgh McElroy battles the odds to earn new deal at Sale
Alex Sanderson has paid a gushing tribute to bargain basement signing Tadgh McElroy, who is set to stay with Sale Sharks next seas…
Neil Fissler
28 May 2025, 0:05
Alex Sanderson pinpoints where George Ford's Lions chances went south
Alex Sanderson admits it would be a travesty if George Ford, one of the best players of his generation, were to go through his ent…
Neil Fissler
27 May 2025, 8:39
Where are they now? Worcester's 2015 promotion-winning side
On the 10th anniversary of the most dramatic Championship game in history, Neil Fissler tracks down the Worcester heroes from that…
Neil Fissler
27 May 2025, 0:54
Fresh twist to Owen Farrell exit rumours as potential new role emerges
The former England captain's time at Racing 92 could be coming to an end, according to reports from across the Channel.
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Neil Fissler
26 May 2025, 12:38
Fissler Extra: The Paddy Jackson rumour that may have legs
Paddy Jackson gave a rare interview when he was interviewed pitchside before Lyon’s Challenge Cup defeat to treble-chasing Bath …
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Neil Fissler
26 May 2025, 7:35
Fissler Confidential: The latest England international to snub Leicester Tigers
Wales and Lions No.8 Taulupe Faletau, who is out of contract at the end of the month, is in advanced talks about staying in the We…
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Neil Fissler
24 May 2025, 0:36
Where are they now? Northamption Saints' 2000 Heineken Cup winning side
Northampton are the first Premiership club to reach the Champions Cup final in five years and are looking to put their name on the…
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Neil Fissler
23 May 2025, 23:30
Northampton turn to South African to take over as scrum coach
Jaco Pienaar is set to become the new scrum coach at Investec Champions Cup finalists Northampton Saints, replacing Matt Ferguson …
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Neil Fissler
22 May 2025, 9:31
Olly Woodburn targets return to glory years with new Chiefs deal
Exeter Chiefs winger Olly Woodburn has set his sights on helping the club get back on the trophy trail again after signing a deal …
Neil Fissler
22 May 2025, 4:28
Where Are They Now - Bath's 2008 Challenge Cup winners
Ahead of Bath's appearance in Friday's EPCR Challenge Cup final vs Lyon, Neil Fissler takes a trip down memory to check in on the …
Neil Fissler
20 May 2025, 1:14
Fissler Confidential: Worcester to lure ex-England star out of retirement?
Kurt-Lee Arendse's immediate future looks to be with the Bulls after the United Rugby Championship side dramatically pulled the pl…
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Neil Fissler
17 May 2025, 1:38
Red Bull deal could open door to marquee Newcastle signings
Energy drinks giant Red Bull are closing in on a deal to give cash-strapped Premiership outfit Newcastle Falcons some wings, and t…
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Neil Fissler
15 May 2025, 8:50
Munster battling Jake White's Bulls for Mornay Smith
McMillan will already have new signings, former England inside centre Dan Kelly and Connacht fly-half JJ Hanrahan, waiting for him…
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Neil Fissler
15 May 2025, 7:04
Where are they now? Danny Care's Harlequins team in first start for club
Danny Care has announced his retirement after making a club-record 394 appearances for Harlequins and is hoping to make a final ou…
Neil Fissler
15 May 2025, 4:55
Rob Baxter career set to enter a new stage
Rob Baxter admits that he hopes the producers of a new play about the rise of the Exeter Chiefs have lined up a Hollywood A-lister…
Neil Fissler
14 May 2025, 5:18
Connacht line up friend-turned-foe in head coach hunt
Connacht could turn to a familiar face, Dan McFarland, as they step up their search to replace Pete Wilkins, who ended his eight-y…
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Neil Fissler
13 May 2025, 9:14
Rob Baxter names two England bolters in his Exeter squad
Rob Baxter has seen few shining lights in largely a season to forget for the Exeter Chiefs, but he has challenged one of them, Jos…
Neil Fissler
13 May 2025, 6:26
Ben Spencer's Bath future in question as ex-teammate's club calls
Bath could face a battle to keep hold of skipper Ben Spencer just two months after he signed a new contract to stay at The Rec unt…
Neil Fissler
12 May 2025, 8:27
Fissler Confidential: Harlequins' Italian stallion bolting to exit
Italian international lock Dino Lamb was spotted at the Stade Amédée-Domenech on Friday evening, putting the finishing touches o…
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Neil Fissler
11 May 2025, 4:41
Santiago Cordero 1 of 7 players confirmed to be exiting Connacht
Connacht have confirmed that three more players, including Puma winger Santiago Cordero, will be leaving Galway when their contrac…
Neil Fissler
09 May 2025, 9:45
The 8 Southern Hemisphere-raised Lions heading Down Under
Andy Farrell hasn’t been shy in picking players from the Southern Hemisphere to try and achieve a series win in Australia this s…
Neil Fissler
08 May 2025, 11:48
'Frankly insulting': The 2 clear trends in Lions' squad reactions
The social media platform X is a great source of entertainment and reaction for any big announcement or event, and Andy Farrell an…
Neil Fissler
08 May 2025, 9:39
A club by club look at the 2025 British & Irish Lions squad
Leinster have officially broken the record for the most players named in a modern-day Lions squad after Andy Farrell selected 12 p…
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Neil Fissler
08 May 2025, 6:45
Why Lions hopeful Immanuel Feyi-Waboso 'almost in a no-lose situation'
England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso might be battling to play again for Exeter Chiefs this season, but Rob Baxter believes he coul…
Neil Fissler
08 May 2025, 4:13
Red Bull to give Newcastle Falcons wings
Energy drinks giant Red Bull could be set to step in and offer Newcastle Falcons a much-needed financial lifeline by taking contro…
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Neil Fissler
08 May 2025, 4:05
France fly-half Anthony Belleau explains why he's signed for Saints
France international fly-half Anthony Belleau admits he has always wanted to play outside his homeland after agreeing to join Cham…
Neil Fissler
08 May 2025, 3:23
Players will be told straight: Exeter boss Rob Baxter
Exeter Chiefs players can expect tough love from Rob Baxter between now and the end of the season as he gets back out on the train…
Neil Fissler
07 May 2025, 9:19
Ilona Maher drops biggest retirement hint yet after loss to Canada
Ilona Maher has dropped her biggest hint yet that retirement could be on the horizon, urging other players to use this summer’s …
Neil Fissler
05 May 2025, 4:48
Fissler Confidential: The latest twist in Leicester Tigers' desperate search
Deposed Premiership champions Northampton Saints are set to finalise a deal to bring Clermont Auvergne fly-half Anthony Belleau to…
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Neil Fissler
03 May 2025, 0:04
Troubled Exeter Chiefs sign 6'8 Italy lock Andrea Zambonin
Exeter Chiefs will have a third Italian international in their ranks next season after signing Zebre lock Andrea Zambonin, whose c…
Neil Fissler
01 May 2025, 4:21
Worcester Warriors rebuild: Nick Schonert among 6 stars on wishlist
Worcester Warriors are still keen on signing Nick Schonert when they return to the Championship next season, despite the tighthead…
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Neil Fissler
01 May 2025, 2:19
Stu Townsend to leave Exeter after agreeing terms with rival Prem club
Harlequins have agreed terms with Exeter Chiefs' long-serving scrum-half Stu Townsend, who will move to the capital when his contr…
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Neil Fissler
29 Apr 2025, 4:56
Northampton's fly-half search extends to France after Benson knock-back
Northampton Saints have emerged as shock front-runners to land Clermont Auvergne fly-half Anthony Belleau.
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Neil Fissler
29 Apr 2025, 2:34
Chaos behind-the-scenes at Exeter Chiefs as Rob Baxter swings axe
Exeter Chiefs bosses have today held crisis talks following yesterday’s record 79-17 defeat at the hands of Gloucester amid mayh…
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Neil Fissler
28 Apr 2025, 9:18
Captain Callum Chick poised to quit Falcons for rivals
Northampton Saints have emerged as the favourites to sign Newcastle Falcons No. 8 Callum Chick when his two-year contract at Kings…
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Neil Fissler
28 Apr 2025, 8:59
Desperate Prem giants put offer on table for ex-All Black Leon MacDonald
Leicester Tigers hope to finally find out this week if former All Black Leon MacDonald accepts their offer to take over from Micha…
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Neil Fissler
28 Apr 2025, 6:41
Leinster, Munster among 7 clubs chasing South African schools sensation
The starting gun has been sounded in the seven-club race that will see Irish giants Munster and Leinster in a toe-to-toe fight to …
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Neil Fissler
28 Apr 2025, 2:38
Fissler Confidential: England and France 10s, Lions centre on move
Anthony Belleau appears to be on his way out of Clermont Auvergne this summer, and whispers from across the Channel suggest he cou…
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Neil Fissler
26 Apr 2025, 1:00
Gabriel Hamer-Webb eligibility decision looms as Prem comes knocking
Leicester Tigers have put Cardiff flyer Gabriel Hamer-Webb on their shopping list for a move back across the Severn Bridge when hi…
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Neil Fissler
25 Apr 2025, 7:47
Racing 92's Dan Lancaster the target of former coach's would-be raid
Former Racing 92 president Laurent Travers could return to the La Défense Arena to make a surprise move for fly-half Dan Lancaste…
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Neil Fissler
25 Apr 2025, 5:44
All Black Steven Luatua on why he's not done with Bristol Bears
Steven Luatua admits it was an easy decision to commit to another year in the West Country ahead of his 150th appearance for Premi…
Neil Fissler
24 Apr 2025, 10:00
Ellie Kildunne blow as England name team for Slam decider
England have suffered a blow ahead of their Grand Slam decider against France on Saturday after full-back Ellie Kildunne was ruled…
Neil Fissler
24 Apr 2025, 7:58
Rob Baxter brands try-scoring machine 'an England bolter'
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter believes that in-form winger Paul Brown-Bampoe, who has scored 18 tries in 19 appearances, is a bolt…
Neil Fissler
24 Apr 2025, 6:49
The 2 Premiership clubs chasing Los Pumas flanker Joaquin Moro
Gloucester have emerged as rivals to Leicester Tigers as the two Premiership clubs chase the signature of Puma and Pampas XV flank…
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Neil Fissler
24 Apr 2025, 2:44
Rob Baxter explains why Len Ikitau is such a key signing for Exeter
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter believes that Len Ikitau is the most significant signing he has made since bringing another Wallaby …
Neil Fissler
23 Apr 2025, 10:00
Fissler Confidential: A Lion to return to Welford Road?
Racing 92 could offer Dan Lancaster a new deal after Glasgow Warriors attempted to put some distance between themselves and a move…
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Neil Fissler
19 Apr 2025, 2:26
Conor Murray: French giants weigh up shock move for Ireland star
French Top 14 giants Racing 92 are weighing up a move for Ireland and Munster legend Conor Murray - who retired from international…
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Neil Fissler
18 Apr 2025, 3:56
In-demand Wallaby Tom Wright centre of 3-way tug-of-war
Wallabies full-back Tom Wright is at the centre of a three-way tug-of-war between Rugby Australia, Top 14 big spenders, Montpellie…
Neil Fissler
18 Apr 2025, 3:28
Rob Baxter: The toxic cycle Exeter Chiefs must break as they face top dogs
Rob Baxter has urged his Exeter Chiefs to show bravery in both attack and defence when Premiership leaders and West Country rivals…
Neil Fissler
18 Apr 2025, 2:22
Rumour mill in overdrive as ex-All Black linked with Leicester
Leicester Tigers are reported to have a shortlist of two - former All Blacks star, Leon MacDonald and Graham Rowntree - to replace…
Neil Fissler
16 Apr 2025, 8:43
'It's pretty much a done deal' - club stalwart set to commit to Exeter
Exeter Chiefs skipper Jack Yeandle will be staying for a 14th season at Sandy Park after Rob Baxter said the club stalwart has agr…
Neil Fissler
16 Apr 2025, 2:50
Dan Lancaster could switch Test allegiance as URC club eye Racing 92 star
Glasgow Warriors have emerged as shock contenders to bring Racing 92 fly-half Dan Lancaster back from the French capital when his …
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Neil Fissler
15 Apr 2025, 0:39
Fissler Confidential: Saracens star's future up in air, Bok eyes Stormers exit
Alex Goode, who is out of contract with Saracens at the end of the season, is having talks about his future with boss Mark McCall …
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Neil Fissler
12 Apr 2025, 0:58
Newcastle DoR Steve Diamond cops ban over 'wholly unacceptable' comments
Newcastle Falcons’ Director of Rugby Steve Diamond has been handed a six-match ban by the RFU following his side’s controversi…
Neil Fissler
11 Apr 2025, 10:17
Paul Gustard's club future back on table after Prem buyout fails
Stade Francais have opened talks with Paul Gustard about extending his deal, which expires at the end of next season, after his fo…
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Neil Fissler
10 Apr 2025, 9:05
'I can’t wait to be part of it': Exeter tie up Charlie Chapman signing
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that Gloucester scrum-half Charlie Chapman will be moving to Sandy Park when his contract runs out at…
Neil Fissler
09 Apr 2025, 5:01
Tier 2 newcomers front queue for ex-Bristol boss Dave Ward
Worcester Warriors have emerged as the favourites to land Dave Ward, who has announced he is standing down as head coach of Premie…
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Neil Fissler
09 Apr 2025, 3:42
Bath's double pursuit hit by Sam Underhill ban
Bath’s bid for European and Premiership honours has taken a blow after England flanker Sam Underhill picked up a three-week ban …
Neil Fissler
09 Apr 2025, 3:03
Cardiff set to go into administration, WRU prepare for takeover
Cardiff Rugby are set to declare their intention to go into administration with the Welsh Rugby Union in line for a takeover.
Neil Fissler
08 Apr 2025, 8:53
Potential Champions Cup semi-final venues confirmed
EPCR have confirmed the four venues that could be used to host the semi-finals for the Investec Champions Cup next month.
Neil Fissler
08 Apr 2025, 5:43
Northampton confirm Logan exit as one of three departures
Northampton Saints have confirmed that three players, including Reuben Logan, will be leaving Franklin's Gardens at the end of the…
Neil Fissler
08 Apr 2025, 4:06
Surprise name linked with top Leicester job
The Tigers could turn to a veteran of the high performance coaching circuit after so far falling to land a replacement for Michael…
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Neil Fissler
08 Apr 2025, 0:42
Gabby Logan lets slip the Prem club son Reuben has signed for
Sale Sharks have agreed a deal to sign Northampton Saints and Scotland Under-20 international Reuben Logan after his mum, top TV p…
Neil Fissler
07 Apr 2025, 8:04
Ronan O'Gara eyes huge Six Nations star for free-falling La Rochelle
La Rochelle boss Ronan O’Gara is in advanced talks with Italy star Tommaso Menoncello about joining his rebuilding programme –…
Neil Fissler
06 Apr 2025, 3:34
Fissler Confidential: Prem club to ringfence Six Nations star
Gloucester have moved early to try and tie down Wales scrum-half Tomos Williams on a long-term deal, despite him being under contr…
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Neil Fissler
05 Apr 2025, 0:31
England hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie's club future appears done
England and Lions hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie has signed a new deal that will keep him at Sale Sharks for the next two years after tu…
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Neil Fissler
04 Apr 2025, 1:51
Toulouse make big call on Antoine Dupont fill-in
Toulouse, who are on a seemingly unstoppable march towards a second successive Top 14 and Champions Cup double, have decided not t…
Neil Fissler
03 Apr 2025, 5:45
Exeter Chiefs confirm latest Heaven sent arrival at Sandy Park
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that New South Wales Waratahs hooker Julian Heaven will arrive at Sandy Park this summer to continue …
Neil Fissler
03 Apr 2025, 4:31
'He understands the Tigers DNA': Ex-CEO Simon Cohen's pick for head coach
Leicester Tigers fans have accused the club of making a mess of its search to replace Michael Cheika, but the club’s former chie…
Neil Fissler
03 Apr 2025, 3:47
Jack Crowley drops hint on his future but talks are still 'ongoing'
The Ireland international has denied he has signed a new deal at Munster but a move to Leicester now looks off the table.
Neil Fissler
02 Apr 2025, 8:36
Exeter look to Charlie Chapman to boost scrum-half options
Following the signing of Italian international Stephen Varney, the Chiefs have reportedly lined up the Gloucester player as their …
Neil Fissler
02 Apr 2025, 6:44
Ireland confirm coaching team for summer tour
Paul O’Connell will be assisted by Denis Leamy, Mike Prendergast and Colm Tucker on Ireland’s summer tour of Georgia and Portu…
Neil Fissler
02 Apr 2025, 5:14
French reports rule Michael Cheika out of Racing job
The Leicester Tigers boss looks set to be overlooked for the Racing 92 job despite being heavily linked with a return to Paris.
Neil Fissler
02 Apr 2025, 1:37
Worcester Warriors return to play statement imminent
The player recruitment process is well underway, with the former Premiership club hoping their place in the 2025/26 Tier 2 League …
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Neil Fissler
02 Apr 2025, 1:08
Worcester Warriors poised to make first two signings
Worcester Warriors have started building a squad ahead of their potential entry into the Championship next season, and they could …
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Neil Fissler
01 Apr 2025, 8:16
Exeter Chiefs close to revealing new attack and backs coach
Former England international Dave Walder is poised to become a member of Rob Baxter's coaching team from next season.
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Neil Fissler
01 Apr 2025, 1:49
Multiple clubs swarming to lure Chris Harris from Gloucester
Chris Harris’s outstanding performances in Gloucester’s push for the Premiership play-offs have got clubs beating a path to hi…
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Neil Fissler
31 Mar 2025, 9:38
Fissler Confidential: Leicester Tigers set sights on Orlando Bailey
Leicester Tigers could move for former England Under-20 fly-half Orlando Bailey to replace Brive-bound Jamie Shillcock in what wou…
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Neil Fissler
29 Mar 2025, 3:15
All Black's England switch hanging by a thread
Hopes of seeing All Blacks and Blues number eight Hoskins Sotutu in the Premiership next season appear to be hanging by a thread, …
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Neil Fissler
28 Mar 2025, 8:58
Wales given hands off message over rising star Kane James
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter has issued a hands-off warning to the WRU, insisting there is no immediate prospect of highly rated …
Neil Fissler
28 Mar 2025, 7:58
Test rookie Dylan Richardson to make Scotland move
Edinburgh have lined up a move for South African-born Scotland international hooker Dylan Richardson as a replacement for veteran …
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Neil Fissler
28 Mar 2025, 6:58
Leinster eye up Springbok to replace Jordie Barrett
Damian Willemse is on Leinster’s wish list to replace Jordie Barrett when the All Blacks star’s six-month sabbatical in the Ir…
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Neil Fissler
28 Mar 2025, 5:58
Racing 92 star Junior Kpoku may have route back to English rugby
Sale Sharks have been sniffing around England Under-20 star Junior Kpoku to explore if it is possible to bring him back to the Pre…
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Neil Fissler
28 Mar 2025, 4:59
Leicester lose out on first-choice Michael Cheika replacement
Paul Gustard won’t be returning to his former club, Leicester Tigers, next season and will instead be seeing out the final year …
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Neil Fissler
27 Mar 2025, 4:58
Departing Quins boss Billy Millard in talks over huge Test job
Harlequins director of rugby Billy Millard is leaving the club at the end of the season and could be set for a move across the Sev…
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Neil Fissler
25 Mar 2025, 11:09
Fissler Confidential: Manie Libbok to exit Stormers?
World Cup-winning fly-half Manie Libbok is being offered around clubs in England, Japan, and France despite being under contract t…
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Neil Fissler
22 Mar 2025, 2:55
Fin Smith: Northampton Saints face battle to keep England star
Fin Smith is set to become one of the hottest properties in the transfer market as he approaches the final 12 months of his contra…
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Neil Fissler
21 Mar 2025, 5:55
Gareth Anscombe leapfrogs Irish star as Prem club enters bidding war for Wales 10
Leicester Tigers are set to go head-to-head with Provence Rugby to sign Wales fly-half Gareth Anscombe when his one-year contract …
Neil Fissler
20 Mar 2025, 11:19
Powerful Harlequins centre Luke Northmore decides future
Harlequins have announced that outside centre Luke Northmore has put pen to paper on a new contract to extend his stay at the Stoo…
Neil Fissler
20 Mar 2025, 6:21
Exiting Glasgow Warriors coach Peter Murchie's next club revealed
Kobe Steelers are poised to announce that Glasgow Warriors defence coach Pete Murchie will join them following confirmation of his…
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Neil Fissler
20 Mar 2025, 5:53
Exeter Chiefs confirm signing of Italy star Stephen Varney
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that Rob Baxter has ended his long search for a new scrum-half by recruiting Italian international St…
Neil Fissler
20 Mar 2025, 5:38
New setback all but ends Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's Lions hopes
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's fading hopes of being fit for the British and Irish Lions tour to Australia have finally evaporated after i…
Neil Fissler
19 Mar 2025, 6:52
Exeter poised to sign Italy star after Jake Gordon deal falls through
Exeter Chiefs are poised to announce that they are signing Italian scrum-half Stephen Varney, who left West Country rivals Glouces…
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Neil Fissler
19 Mar 2025, 5:04
Fissler Confidential: Paddy Jackson set for Premiership return?
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter is set to go back to the drawing board after appearing to miss out in the race to land NSW Waratahs.…
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Neil Fissler
16 Mar 2025, 3:10
Jack Crowley club future by no means done
Leicester Tigers are facing an uphill fight to tempt Ireland star Jack Crowley into quitting Munster when his contract runs out th…
Neil Fissler
14 Mar 2025, 10:00
'Monumental' TV deal keeps Six Nations on terrestrial TV
.Rugby's oldest championship is staying on ITV and the BBC until 2029.
Neil Fissler
14 Mar 2025, 9:48
Shaun Edwards gives forthright response to Lions speculation
On the eve of the final round of the Six Nations, France's defence coach has spelt out his plans beyond the end of the championshi…
Neil Fissler
14 Mar 2025, 7:46
Rocky Elsom has sentence reduced after winning appeal
The former Wallabies captain is still facing jail time, however, for an alleged misuse of corporate funds.
Neil Fissler
14 Mar 2025, 5:38
Sale Sharks confirm signing of 'collision king' Marius Louw
Sale Sharks have confirmed that they have signed Lions skipper Marius Louw on a two-year deal to bolster their backline for next s…
Neil Fissler
14 Mar 2025, 5:10
New deal set to keep Six Nations on terrestrial TV
The Six Nations is set to stay on free-to-air television from next season after the organisers struck a deal with broadcasters, ac…
Neil Fissler
14 Mar 2025, 1:55
Rabah Slimani's future at Leinster appears to be decided
Leinster have agreed a deal to keep veteran former French international tighthead Rabah Slimani with the province for another seas…
Neil Fissler
10 Mar 2025, 6:43
Jack Innard quits Exeter for West Country rivals
Jack Innard has become the latest player to quit Exeter Chiefs when his contract runs out at the end of the season.
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Neil Fissler
10 Mar 2025, 5:17
Fissler Confidential: Stuart Hogg tied, Conor Murray's cold shoulder
Shamed former Scotland and Lions star Stuart Hogg looks set to extend his stay with Montpellier after helping them climb towards t…
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Neil Fissler
08 Mar 2025, 0:42
Exeter's Jacques Vermeulen at centre of inter-league bidding war
South African sides the Stormers and the Bulls are set to battle over the signature of Exeter Chiefs back-row Jacques Vermeulen, w…
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Neil Fissler
07 Mar 2025, 3:54
Shock Premiership contender emerges for Wales head coach job
Bristol Bears boss Pat Lam has emerged as a shock contender to take over as Wales boss to replace Warren Gatland after a spanner w…
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Neil Fissler
06 Mar 2025, 4:43
Josh Iosefa-Scott backed for England honours after new Chiefs deal
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter has backed Josh Iosefa-Scott to win a full England cap after the tighthead signed a new contract to …
Neil Fissler
05 Mar 2025, 4:01
Stade Nicois add ex-Saracen and England U20 star as spending spree continues
Stade Nicois are continuing to add experience to their squad for a quick return to the Pro D2 next season after agreeing a deal th…
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Neil Fissler
03 Mar 2025, 7:25
Big Joe McCarthy to stay in Irish Rugby after penning new deal
Leinster and Ireland lock Joe McCarthy has signed a new three-year contract with the Irish Rugby Union, taking him through until t…
Neil Fissler
03 Mar 2025, 5:09
Fissler Confidential: Lion to leave Scotland, what Exeter will pay Len Ikitau
Scotland and Lions openside Hamish Watson looks set to end his 14-year association with Edinburgh this summer and has been attract…
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Neil Fissler
01 Mar 2025, 1:57
England A star Richard Capstick turns down champions to stay at Chiefs
Exeter's recruitment drive continues with the re-signing of the versatile loose forward, who has been with the club since he was 1…
Neil Fissler
27 Feb 2025, 5:31
Felix Jones to make shock Springboks return
Springboks boss Rassie Erasmus is getting the band back together again after announcing that Felix Jones is rejoining his coaching…
Neil Fissler
27 Feb 2025, 4:28
Rob Baxter confirms incoming raft of internationals at Exeter
Rob Baxter has all but confirmed that Exeter Chiefs will next week confirm a whole host of big-name arrivals at Sandy Park for nex…
Neil Fissler
26 Feb 2025, 8:49
New Munster head coach all but confirmed
Munster look to be close to appointing their next boss after bookies suspended the market following a flurry of bets on Clayton Mc…
Neil Fissler
26 Feb 2025, 7:51
URC champions Glasgow bracing for coach exit
Glasgow Warriors appear to have won their battle to keep boss Franco Smith at Scotstoun but look to be losing one of his loyal lie…
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Neil Fissler
26 Feb 2025, 6:18
Baxter to hold talks with RFU over handling of Feyi-Waboso situation
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that he will meet with the RFU after the Guinness Six Nations to discuss his concerns about t…
Neil Fissler
26 Feb 2025, 3:30
Exeter's Wallabies raid set to continue with two further signings
Exeter Chiefs are poised to sign two more Wallabies as Rob Baxter looks to plot a move away from the bottom of the Gallagher Premi…
Neil Fissler
25 Feb 2025, 4:21
Paul Gustard back on top after his French club fires boss
Paul Gustard has been handed sole control of first-team affairs at Stade Francais on the day it has been reported he is set to riv…
Neil Fissler
24 Feb 2025, 11:07
Ospreys sign Waisea Nayacalevu as he exits Sale mid-season
Ospreys have agreed an immediate deal with Sale Sharks to sign Fiji skipper Waisea Nayacalevu, who has flopped since moving to the…
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Neil Fissler
24 Feb 2025, 8:13
Michael Cheika now favourite to take on Wales job
Michael Cheika has emerged as the clear favourite to become the next Wales coach when his contract with Leicester Tigers runs out …
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Neil Fissler
24 Feb 2025, 5:56
Fissler Confidential: Ex-NRL superstar to link-up with Owen Farrell in new club
He will be playing alongside Owen Farrell, who, according to sources in France, will see out his contract because...
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Neil Fissler
22 Feb 2025, 1:59
England hot prospect Nathan Jibulu signs for Sale Sharks
RugbyPass exclusively revealed in November that the Sharks had pipped Exeter Chiefs to signing the former England under-20 and A i…
Neil Fissler
18 Feb 2025, 4:38
Lukhan Salakaia-Loto decides Wallabies future as Joe Schmidt fallout continues
Wallaby star Lukhan Salakaia-Loto has turned down a lucrative move to France to give Australian Rugby a much-needed boost by signi…
Neil Fissler
17 Feb 2025, 9:42
Exeter ace Josh Hodge a target of Premiership rivals Gloucester
Gloucester are keen on Exeter Chiefs sharpshooter Josh Hodge as they look to replace Argentinean international Santi Carreras, who…
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Neil Fissler
17 Feb 2025, 4:32
Exeter Chiefs lure Springbok Joseph Dweba away from Stormers
Exeter Chiefs have won the race to lure Springbok hooker Joseph Dweba to Sandy Park next season after his contract talks with Unit…
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Neil Fissler
16 Feb 2025, 7:56
Tiaan Basson: Race to sign player dubbed South Africa's next superstar
Tiaan Basson is being tipped as the next South African superstar, but they may not be able to hang on to one of the fastest rising…
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Neil Fissler
16 Feb 2025, 6:36
Fissler Confidential: A tale of two Springbok transfers
The Dragons are in talks to snatch Wales openside Thomas Young on a three-year deal from United rugby championship rivals Cardiff …
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Neil Fissler
15 Feb 2025, 4:03
Exeter set sights on Bok hooker after denying Luke Cowan-Dickie return
Exeter Chiefs are believed to be in the running to sign out-of-favour Springbok hooker Joseph Dweba after Rob Baxter denied that h…
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Neil Fissler
14 Feb 2025, 7:17
Rob Baxter issues tentative update on Immanuel Feyi-Waboso
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that England winger Manny Feyi-Waboso is in an important stage of his rehab as he looks to ma…
Neil Fissler
13 Feb 2025, 8:20
Wales player ratings vs Italy | 2025 Six Nations
Wales player ratings: Warren Gatland's Wales have plumbed depths in Rome, losing to Italy 22-15 at the Stadio Olimpico.
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Neil Fissler
08 Feb 2025, 8:49
Fissler Confidential: Favourites emerge to land Handre Pollard
Racing 92 emerged as surprise contenders for the signature of former Australia and Argentina boss Michael Cheika, who is leaving L…
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Neil Fissler
08 Feb 2025, 1:16
Leicester Tigers hit with double blow in search for new top dog
Leicester Tigers are understood to have suffered a double blow in their search to replace former Australia and Argentina boss Mich…
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Neil Fissler
06 Feb 2025, 7:58
Saracens' rivals sizing Owen Farrell up for shock Premiership return
Leicester Tigers have sounded out former England captain Owen Farrell about making a sensational return to the Gallagher Premiersh…
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Neil Fissler
05 Feb 2025, 7:30
Fissler Confidential: Tom Wright to kiss goodbye to Aussie rugby?
Explosive Wallaby star Tom Wright, who is now in the final year of his current contract with Rugby Australia and who is yet to agr…
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Neil Fissler
01 Feb 2025, 1:59
Leicester Tigers' post-Cheika dream coaching ticket emerges
Graham Rowntree and Richard Wigglesworth have emerged as the dream team that Leicester Tigers will turn to replace Michael Cheika …
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Neil Fissler
31 Jan 2025, 6:42
Exeter Chiefs' failed last minute bid for Champions Cup winner
Exeter Chiefs have failed in a last-minute bid to lure Toulouse inside centre Santiago Chocobares to Sandy Park, with the Pumas mi…
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Neil Fissler
29 Jan 2025, 9:00
Springbok Salmaan Moerat in high demand in Premiership and Top 14
Sale Sharks and Bayonne are locked in three-way a tug-of-war with the Stormers to land Springbok lock Salmaan Moerat when his cont…
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Neil Fissler
29 Jan 2025, 7:38
Santiago Carreras' future is cleared up after Premiership bidding war
Bath boss Johann van Graan has held off a last-minute bid from Saracens to lure Santiago Carreras away from Gloucester when his co…
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Neil Fissler
29 Jan 2025, 6:25
England's Raffi Quirke nearing Sale Sharks exit to revive career
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter has made recruiting a new scrum-half a top priority for next season, and the whispers are that he ha…
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Neil Fissler
29 Jan 2025, 4:36
Premiership giants plotting to lure Franco Smith away from URC champs
Glasgow Warriors boss Franco Smith has emerged as a shock contender to replace Michael Cheika if he leaves Leicester Tigers when h…
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Neil Fissler
29 Jan 2025, 2:19
Fissler Confidential: Exeter exit for Tamati Tua?
Toulon and Perpignan are considering a move for Exeter Chiefs inside centre Tamati Tua, who only moved to the Premiership struggle…
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Neil Fissler
25 Jan 2025, 3:16
Stormers' wing Ben Loader is returning to English rugby
Gloucester are bringing Stormers winger Ben Loader back to the Premiership next season now he has put pen to paper on a three-year…
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Neil Fissler
20 Jan 2025, 8:32
Marcus Smith reply to social post sends Quins rumour-mill into overdrive
Marcus Smith sent Harlequins fans into over-drive and salivating about a potential of a raid on Brisbane Broncos for second-row st…
Neil Fissler
19 Jan 2025, 9:15
Fissler Confidential: Lions lock to join Stuart Lancaster in Paris
Exeter Chiefs are confident that England star Henry Slade, one of the players awarded an enhanced contract by the RFU, will sign a…
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Neil Fissler
18 Jan 2025, 2:26
Munster close in on Leicester and ex-England centre Dan Kelly
Munster are closing in on a deal that will see them sign Leicester Tigers and England inside centre Dan Kelly, who is set to leave…
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Neil Fissler
17 Jan 2025, 3:47
Sale Sharks tell Waisea Nayacalevu he can leave
Sale Sharks have told Fiji captain Waisea Nayacalevu that he is free to leave the club if he can find himself another club after h…
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Neil Fissler
17 Jan 2025, 3:12
Lewis Chessum quits Leicester for Japan, eyes 2025/26 Prem return
The Boston-born 21-year-old, the younger brother of England and Leicester Tigers star Ollie, has made 12 appearances, all in the P…
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Neil Fissler
14 Jan 2025, 9:36
Wandisile Simelane attracting interest from France, England and Japan
Wandisile Simelane and his man-of-the-match display against Sale Sharks in the Investec Champions Cup on Saturday could have secur…
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Neil Fissler
13 Jan 2025, 3:19
Tom Hooper casts Wallabies future in doubt with move to England
Under fire Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter is set to try and quell fan discontent by strengthening his squad for next season with th…
Neil Fissler
13 Jan 2025, 2:20
Fissler Confidential: Ireland international is Premiership bound
The 29-year-old spent two years at The Stoop between 2014 and 2016, making six appearances before crossing the Irish Sea, where, t…
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Neil Fissler
11 Jan 2025, 1:08
Leinster prop Michael Milne on verge of joining Munster
Munster are closing in on a deal that will take Leinster loosehead Michael Milne to Limerick less than a year after they failed in…
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Neil Fissler
10 Jan 2025, 5:36
Regan Grace makes immediate switch to Cardiff ahead of Six Nations
Bath winger Regan Grace makes an immediate switch to URC side Cardiff ahead of the Guinness Six Nations.
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Neil Fissler
05 Jan 2025, 15:23
Exeter Chiefs face crisis as duo in same position head to door
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter faces a problem with at least two of his three front-line hookers looking set to leave Sandy Park wh…
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Neil Fissler
05 Jan 2025, 7:52
Warren Gatland's Wales to move on Prem scrum coach
Saints announced on Thursday afternoon that long-serving Ferguson, who didn't sign a contract extension last year, would be leavin…
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Neil Fissler
02 Jan 2025, 9:44
Fissler Confidential: One England international in, one out for Bath
Willie le Roux is now looking for a Japanese club, but he won’t be signing anywhere on the cheap after Gallagher Premiership big…
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Neil Fissler
20 Dec 2024, 9:02
Henry Arundell lined up for early England homecoming
Bath have lined up a shock deal to lure former England full-back Henry Arundell back to the Gallagher Premiership next season from…
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Neil Fissler
18 Dec 2024, 9:34
Bath to pick-pocket bitter rivals for international star?
Bath could switch their attention to raiding West Country rivals Gloucester as Johann van Graan steps up his search to bring a new…
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Neil Fissler
15 Dec 2024, 2:53
Fissler Confidential: Leicester Tigers to let England international go
Harlequins are closing in on a deal to take Toulon and Samoa inside centre Duncan Paia’aua to the Twickenham Stoop from the star…
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Neil Fissler
14 Dec 2024, 5:10
Rob Baxter's deal to bring Toulon's Ben White to Exeter is off
Baxter, who has made a new scrum-half his top priority for next season, thought that he had a three-year deal to bring the 26-year…
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Neil Fissler
13 Dec 2024, 4:54
Last-ditch bid made to lure Luke Cowan-Dickie to France
Lyon have made a last-ditch attempt to lure England and Lions hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie away from Sale Sharks just over a week afte…
Neil Fissler
12 Dec 2024, 1:21
Three English clubs interested in signing Wales' Taine Basham
Saints are one of three English clubs who are tracking the 25-year-old, with Premiership big spenders Bristol Bears and Sale Shark…
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Neil Fissler
11 Dec 2024, 7:40
Tug-of-war over Ulster's Jacob Stockdale appears to be won
Ulster are edging towards winning their tug-of-war with leading French sides Racing 92 and Lyon to keep Ireland winger Jacob Stock…
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Neil Fissler
09 Dec 2024, 8:34
England back-row Sam Underhill on French giant's Christmas wishlist
Former Champions Cup winners La Rochelle have put England back row Sam Underhill on their shopping list for next season despite hi…
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Neil Fissler
09 Dec 2024, 4:50
Fissler Confidential: Prem club's failed bid for Jordie Barrett
Veteran Springbok full-back Willie Le Roux is waiting to see if he can attract any lucrative offers before deciding if he will tak…
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Neil Fissler
08 Dec 2024, 8:07
Ross Byrne stalls as 2 other Ireland stars on market in France
Out-of-favour Ireland fly-half Ross Byrne is keeping Top 14 big spenders Montpeiller waiting for a decision on the contract offer …
Neil Fissler
02 Dec 2024, 4:41
Fissler Confidential: Willie le Roux will leave Bulls
Fissler Confidential reported last week that the two-time Rugby World Cup winner had been spotted in Bath where Johann van Graan i…
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Neil Fissler
30 Nov 2024, 1:19
Premiership rivals enter tug of war over Bulls prop Mornay Smith
Gloucester are set to go head-to-head with West Country rivals Bristol Bears in the race to land Blue Bulls tighthead Mornay Smith…
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Neil Fissler
28 Nov 2024, 5:59
Talks resume to get Phil Morrow on Borthwick’s England staff ASAP
Borthwick wants the highly-rated Morrow to replace Aled Walters as head of strength and conditioning and had planned to involve hi…
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Neil Fissler
27 Nov 2024, 5:53
Top 14 strugglers raid Moana Pasifika for Samoa hooker Sama Malolo
Samoa hooker Sama Malolo has enjoyed a well-travelled career since signing an academy contract with the Western Force seven years …
Neil Fissler
25 Nov 2024, 5:57
Scottish Rugby set for huge Duhan van der Merwe shaped boost
Duhan van der Merwe is poised to give Scottish Rugby another boost by turning down a move to France when his contract runs out at …
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Neil Fissler
25 Nov 2024, 3:49
Saracens set to sign Liam Williams as Kubota Spears confirm exit
Saracens are poised to confirm that Wales and Lions winger Liam Williams is returning to the club after he was granted an early re…
Neil Fissler
25 Nov 2024, 3:34
Australia player ratings vs Scotland | 2024 Autumn Nations Series
Australia player ratings: The Wallabies' hopes of a grand slam on their British Isles tour ended with a 27-13 defeat to Scotland a…
Opinion
Neil Fissler
24 Nov 2024, 8:41
Fissler Confidential: Willie le Roux rumours ignite after Bok star spotted
Springbok star Willie le Roux was seen in Bath this week, so does it mean that Johann van Graan is about to end his search for a n…
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Neil Fissler
22 Nov 2024, 23:45
English club target Liam Williams for Premiership return
An English club side have set their sights on bringing Wales and British & Irish Lions star Liam Williams back to the Gallagher Pr…
Neil Fissler
22 Nov 2024, 13:06
Dan Kelly at centre of Leicester Tigers exit rumours again
Sale Sharks have been discussing a potential return to his native north-west for Leicester Tigers and England inside centre Dan Ke…
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Neil Fissler
21 Nov 2024, 7:28
Scottish teenage sensation Freddy Douglas already on Premiership radar
Scotland wonderkid Freddy Douglas, who won his first international cap against Portugal last weekend, is on the radar of Gallagher…
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Neil Fissler
21 Nov 2024, 6:15
Australia player ratings vs Wales | 2024 Autumn Nations Series
Australia player ratings: The Wallabies delivered a clinical performance to dismantle Wales 52-20 in Cardiff, extending the hosts…
Opinion
Neil Fissler
17 Nov 2024, 11:20
Where are they now? 2003 Sale Sharks vs St Helens 13-a-side crosscode game
The rugby codes unite at Headingley later this afternoon for the first time in 22 years for the first-ever 13-a-side ‘745 Game…
Neil Fissler
17 Nov 2024, 1:51
Fissler Confidential: Rugby Australia face losing centre star
Cash-strapped Rugby Australia are waiting for the new broadcast deal, but even then they might not be able to compete with clubs i…
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Neil Fissler
16 Nov 2024, 1:40
Gloucester set to sign 1-cap England centre Will Joseph
Gloucester are set to offer one cap England outside centre Will Joseph the chance to kick start his stalled career with a move to …
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Neil Fissler
14 Nov 2024, 8:41
Five clubs plot huge swoop for Scotland talisman Finn Russell
Five clubs from the Gallagher Premiership, the Top 14 and Japan are already on the starting line to open talks with Scotland and L…
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Neil Fissler
13 Nov 2024, 5:02
Fast start to Scotland career leads to Premiership interest for Jordan
Bristol Bears want to end their search for a new fly-half by offering newly capped Scotland international Tom Jordan around £300,…
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Neil Fissler
13 Nov 2024, 1:49
Fissler Confidential: Club secure England star as battle commences for giant teammate
Exeter Chiefs are going all out to agree on a new contract with England outside centre Henry Slade, who was recently one of 17 pla…
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Neil Fissler
09 Nov 2024, 0:17
Premiership giants to battle Montpellier for Leinster's Ross Byrne
The 29-year-old Byrne has slipped down the pecking order with Leo Cullen’s runaway United Rugby Championship leaders, this seaso…
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Neil Fissler
08 Nov 2024, 2:07
UK return off the cards for ex-England star Dan Robson
Former England scrum-half Dan Robson has moved a step closer to finishing his career in France after signing a one-year extension …
Neil Fissler
07 Nov 2024, 5:33
Harlequins' Will Evans may be next to quit English rugby
Will Evans could become the latest player to quit Premiership side Harlequins when his contract at the Twickenham Stoop runs out a…
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Neil Fissler
07 Nov 2024, 3:35
Wales lock Adam Beard set to leave the Ospreys
Adam Beard is poised to confirm that he is leaving Ospreys at the end of the season and is on the brink of confirming that he is s…
Neil Fissler
07 Nov 2024, 1:28
Exeter pipped to the post for highly rated Nathan Jibulu
Sale Sharks look set to pip Exeter Chiefs in the race to deal Premiership rivals Harlequins another transfer blow by signing Engla…
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Neil Fissler
03 Nov 2024, 6:29
South African URC side deny explosive Duhan van der Merwe rumours
The Stormers have denied that they have joined a clutch of Top 14 clubs who are hoping to sign Scotland and Lions ace Duhan van de…
Neil Fissler
03 Nov 2024, 5:14
Fissler Confidential: Wild Owen Farrell transfer rumours
Sometimes, the rumour mill comes up trumps with a link that is too far-fetched to be true, and this week, it is a return to the Pr…
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Neil Fissler
02 Nov 2024, 5:10
Struggling Exeter sack Omar Mouneimne and explain why
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that defence coach Omar Mouneimne has paid the penalty for their calamitous start to the new season a…
Neil Fissler
31 Oct 2024, 9:59
Clear favourite emerges for Munster job amid Graham Rowntree exit
Rowntree left Munster after leading them to a fourth defeat in the opening six games of the United Rugby Championship season again…
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Neil Fissler
31 Oct 2024, 5:32
Rob Baxter addresses 'sack' talk following winless Exeter start
The Chiefs, who have lost all six of their top flight games this season, are only being kept off the bottom of the table by having…
Neil Fissler
29 Oct 2024, 13:04
URC side on verge of SOS call to Johan Ackermann
A URC side are considering making an emergency save our season call to Johan Ackermann to help beleaguered boss John Dobson after …
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Neil Fissler
27 Oct 2024, 8:44
Gloucester circling Sharks back-row James Venter
Gloucester are closing in on signing South African blindside flanker James Venter from United Rugby championship outfit the Sharks…
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Neil Fissler
27 Oct 2024, 6:53
Fissler Confidential: Chase is on for England pair, Pollard's huge offer
England wingers Ollie Sleightholme and Tom Roebuck are both out of contract at the end of the season and appear on the wanted list…
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Neil Fissler
26 Oct 2024, 2:57
17 England players receive their first RFU hybrid contracts
England have finally ended months of uncertainty by offering players the first 17 of 25 hybrid central contracts just a week befor…
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Neil Fissler
25 Oct 2024, 6:33
Ex-England ace Mike Brown to make first start of the season
Mike Brown returns to the Leicester Tigers team for the first time this season for Saturday evening's trip to face Premiership lea…
Neil Fissler
25 Oct 2024, 4:56
Struggling Exeter Chiefs start Henry Slade after England release
England outside centre Henry Slade will make his first appearance of the season as Exeter Chiefs look to end their worst start to …
Neil Fissler
25 Oct 2024, 3:59
Ireland centre Bundee Aki in talks with Toulon
Toulon have launched an ambitious attempt to lure Ireland and Lions inside centre Bundee Aki to the Cote d’Azur when his contrac…
Neil Fissler
25 Oct 2024, 2:29
Fissler Confidential: England and Scotland centres' future in play
With the Gallagher Premiership club tight on the salary cap, he has yet to reach an agreement amid links with Glasgow and Scotland…
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Neil Fissler
19 Oct 2024, 5:28
Jack Willis is about to all but end his England career
The 27-year-old, who was a member of the all-conquering Toulouse squad that won the Top 14 and Investec Champions Cup double last …
Neil Fissler
17 Oct 2024, 5:12
The 2 Premiership clubs targeting ex-All Black Hoskins Sotutu
The 2024 Super Rugby Pacific player of the year, who won the last of his 14 Test caps against England at Twickenham in November 20…
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Neil Fissler
17 Oct 2024, 2:30
Gloucester's Stephen Varney set for immediate effect Top 14 switch
George Skivington is well-stocked for scrum-halves after adding Wales international Tomos Williams to their ranks from United Rugb…
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Neil Fissler
16 Oct 2024, 9:50
Two Premiership clubs in the hunt to sign Glasgow's Sione Tuipulotu
The 27-year-old, who hails from the Melbourne suburbs, is also being courted by several French clubs. Top 14 strugglers Stade Fran…
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Neil Fissler
16 Oct 2024, 9:21
Major plot twist in Sam Simmonds club tug-of-war
Lyon are ready to throw a spanner in Pau’s plans to reunite former England No.8. Sam Simmonds with his younger brother Joe at th…
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Neil Fissler
14 Oct 2024, 3:37
George Ford the latest England star targeted by French clubs
George Ford is the latest England international targetted for a move to France after Clermont Auvergne launched a bid to take him …
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Neil Fissler
14 Oct 2024, 2:03
Fissler Confidential: Prem rival's failed £800k bid for Marcus Smith
Bristol Bears failed in a bid to sign England fly-half Marcus Smith despite offering him an eye-watering £800,000 a year to move …
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Neil Fissler
12 Oct 2024, 3:58
Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle lead race for Duhan van der Merwe
La Rochelle hope to end their search for a new explosive winger by making a move to take Scotland and Lions ace Duhan van der Merw…
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Neil Fissler
11 Oct 2024, 9:57
Sale Sharks No.8 Du Preez opens talks with Top 14 big boys
Top 14 pace setters Bordeaux Begles have made the recruitment of a new No.8 a priority for next season, and they have revived thei…
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Neil Fissler
10 Oct 2024, 8:01
Scotland's Alex Craig heading to Scarlets exit and back to roots
Scotland lock Alex Craig is heading towards the Scarlets exit door as he edges closer to joining Glasgow Warriors in a move that w…
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Neil Fissler
10 Oct 2024, 5:00
