Champions Cup News
Uncover all the latest Investec Champions Cup news right here at RugbyPass. Whether you’ve watched a game and you’re waiting for a comprehensive play-by-play report or you’re eager to find out news about your team’s squad for the upcoming round of fixtures, you’ll find all the updates on this page. Keep scrolling to read all of the latest Champions Cup news.
'Maybe we're a bit similar... I have got a lot of respect for him'
Partners when guiding the Lions to their drawn Test series in New Zealand, the prospect of Owen Farrell and Johnny Sexton going he…
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Online Editors
08 May 2019, 11:58
Vunipola gives Saracens a boost as they prepare for Leinster showdown
With Saturday's European final between Saracens and Leinster being touted as potentially the best ever, English prop Mako Vunipola…
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Online Editors
07 May 2019, 9:59
'Saracens' attack can kill... but we've scored most tries in the pools the last three years, scored most tries in PRO14'
Leinster versus Saracens in the Champions Cup final is set to be an enthralling encounter and Stuart Lancaster believes the Irish …
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Online Editors
07 May 2019, 2:17
'It's a claim to fame, and people still talk about it' - Crane 10 years on from that bizarre penalty shoot-out
The European Cup never knew anything like it before or since that remarkable first Sunday in May 2009 when the outcome of Leiceste…
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Online Editors
04 May 2019, 2:52
Munster finally confirm they have taken action against pitch invader who confronted Billy Vunipola
It's never a good look for rugby when an angry spectator comes onto the field of play and what happened in Coventry damaged the re…
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Online Editors
03 May 2019, 5:20
McFadden's stop-start season now faces a citing headache ahead of European decider
Fergus McFadden has had his season disrupted by injury, but he now faces a disciplinary hearing following an alleged strike of an …
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Online Editors
30 Apr 2019, 0:46
European Player of the Year shortlist unearths ongoing debate
The European Player of the Year shortlist was whittled down to five players yesterday, and it is no surprise that it is occupied b…
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Josh Raisey
28 Apr 2019, 1:23
Leinster and Saracens account for all five names on European award shortlist
Racing's Leone Nakarawa picked up the Champions Cup's player of the year award last May and his successor will come from this year…
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Online Editors
24 Apr 2019, 7:42
RPA takes swipe at EPCR's 'watered down statement' after Vunipola fan incident
Damian Hopley will raise serious concerns over player safety with English rugby chiefs tomorrow after Saracens No.8 Billy Vunipola…
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Chris Jones
23 Apr 2019, 10:47
Envious English clubs need to copy Saracens' blueprint to emulate European adventures
After falling at the quarter-final stage last season to an imperious Leinster side, Saracens showed that they are back to their be…
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Alex Shaw
22 Apr 2019, 11:47
Mako Vunipola praises brother Billy's self-control after boos in Saracens win
The England number eight was booed throughout the semi-final clash against Munster.
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Ian Cameron
22 Apr 2019, 1:22
Leinster dispatch Toulouse to book final berth
Next month's Heineken Champions Cup will be an Anglo-Irish affair after defending champions Leinster impressively dispatched Toulo…
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Online Editors
21 Apr 2019, 10:12
Champions Cup XV of the Week - Semi-finals
Four became two this weekend, as Saracens, Munster, Leinster and Toulouse went to battle in the semi-finals of the Heineken Champi…
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Alex Shaw
21 Apr 2019, 9:59
Munster issue statement following Billy Vunipola spectator incident
Munster have issued a statement following yesterday's incident in which a Munster fan confronted Billy Vunipola.
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Online Editors
21 Apr 2019, 9:29
It's insanity that a club of Munster's pedigree has lost so many successive European semi-finals
Unless he has a secretive masterplan to unveil, Munster's decision to prematurely give Johann van Graan a contract extension sugge…
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Liam Heagney
21 Apr 2019, 5:15
EPCR condemns 'regrettable incident' after pitch invader confronts Vunipola
The England star played a starring role as Saracens booked their place in this season’s Champions Cup final.
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Online Editors
20 Apr 2019, 17:53
'I'm thankful that I'm playing for them' - Vunipola grateful for support at Saracens
After the controversy surrounding his support for Israel Folau, Billy Vunipola declared himself "grateful" to be playing for Sarac…
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Rob Lancaster
20 Apr 2019, 17:36
Battling Harlequins fall just short as Clermont Auvergne set up all-French final
Harlequins could not stop Clermont Auvergne from setting up an all-French European Challenge Cup final with La Rochelle as they we…
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Ben Smith
20 Apr 2019, 17:29
Sale Sharks fall short in France
Sale Sharks fell short in their bid to reach the European Challenge Cup final as they were beaten 24-20 by La Rochelle in France.
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Online Editors
20 Apr 2019, 12:13
Pitch invader held after confronting Billy Vunipola during lap of honour
Billy Vunipola was apparently confronted by a pitch invader following Saracens' convincing win over Munster in their European Cham…
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Online Editors
20 Apr 2019, 11:19
Vunipola stars as Saracens ease past Munster into Champions Cup Final
Billy Vunipola was on the score sheet as Saracens reached their third European final in four seasons after beating Heineken Champi…
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Online Editors
20 Apr 2019, 9:28
Billy Vunipola booed again at Ricoh Arena, on and off the pitch
England Number 8 Billy Vunipola was booed once again during the first half of Saracens European Champions Cup match with Munster a…
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Online Editors
20 Apr 2019, 7:27
The record Leinster and Toulouse are fighting to reach first
Garry Ringrose says that making history is a huge motivation ahead of Leinster's Heineken Champions Cup semi-final against Toulous…
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Online Editors
20 Apr 2019, 3:04
Cream will continue to rise to top in contrasting semi-finals - Andy Goode
There is a real contrast between the two semi-finals in the Champions Cup this weekend but the cream will rise to the top in both …
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Andy Goode
19 Apr 2019, 18:54
Anglo-French fixture is what hesitant Toby Flood tips Newcastle to host in Champions Cup final
Newcastle's successful bid to host the 2019 Champions Cup final was quite a coup for England's north-east, but Toby Flood is torn …
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Liam Heagney
19 Apr 2019, 11:00
Saracens vs Munster - Composite XV
Saracens versus Munster at the Ricoh Arena on Saturday promises to be one of the fixtures of the season, but who comes out on top …
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Alex Shaw
19 Apr 2019, 7:28
Ireland centre Farrell sets out the game-plan Munster must use to beat Saracens
.Chris Farrell admits Munster’s inability to progress beyond the semi-finals has become a concern that will influence their appr…
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Nathaniel Cope
19 Apr 2019, 6:14
Munster and Saracens name teams for Champions Cup semi-final
Munster and Saracens have named their teams for their Heineken Champions Cup semi-final at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on Saturday…
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Online Editors
19 Apr 2019, 5:11
Leinster name team for Toulouse Champions Cup clash
Leinster head coach Cullen has made a number of changes from the team that played last weekend against Glasgow Warriors with capta…
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Online Editors
19 Apr 2019, 4:23
Joe Tekori has beaten a ban ahead of Toulouse's Dublin semi-final
Toulouse's preparation for their Champions Cup semi-final at Leinster had been clouded by fears of suspension for Joe Tekori, but …
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Online Editors
18 Apr 2019, 12:01
Hamilton: There is an energy around Toulouse that has caught my imagination
Winning successive European titles is far from easy... I know this from my Saracens days and I have a sneaky feeling that double-c…
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Jim Hamilton
18 Apr 2019, 11:30
Hamilton: Saracens will use controversy to steel Billy Vunipola for Munster's onslaught
I'm a veteran of the 2017 semi-final between these teams in Dublin, a match that was comfortable won by Saracens, but this encount…
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Jim Hamilton
17 Apr 2019, 10:05
Robshaw: Ex-England captain took Kyle Sinckler aside over discipline
Former captain Chris Robshaw believes he has recaptured the form to keep his World Cup dream alive and is “desperate” to convi…
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Chris Jones
17 Apr 2019, 6:41
Luke Fitzgerald tweets what every Leinster fan is thinking ahead of Toulouse
Leinster have persistently faced a problem over the past season in the Champions Cup over their selection.
The competition onl…
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Josh Raisey
17 Apr 2019, 5:48
Sixteen weeks after he last played for them, Leinster give update on Johnny Sexton's availability
Defending European champions Leinster face into the biggest game of their season next Sunday knowing that Johnny Sexton hasn't pla…
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Online Editors
17 Apr 2019, 5:47
'Toulouse will play its part' - commemorative jersey to raise money for Notre Dame reconstruction
Toulouse will run out in Aviva Stadium this weekend wearing a specially emblazoned jersey, bearing an image of Notre Dame, the Fre…
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Online Editors
16 Apr 2019, 14:27
Jonny Gray leads monster defensive effort
Of Glasgow's eight forwards, seven made 24 or more tackles in their match with Leinster. The only player who didn't hit those figu…
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Online Editors
13 Apr 2019, 16:54
'It wasn't in my mind to check whether there was fake blood... I hadn't come across that before or even heard talk of it'
It's 10 years since rugby was blighted by the proven cheating allegation against Harlequins in the European Cup, an incident match…
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Online Editors
13 Apr 2019, 5:59
Fallout for Folau supporters continues
While everyone awaits the final outcome for Israel Folau after Rugby Australia announced his contract would be terminated due to h…
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Online Editors
12 Apr 2019, 20:10
'O'Driscoll's punditry was very fair... it probably is somewhat unforgivable to have a mistake like that happen'
It was the debate of the Champions Cup quarter-final weekend, how Jacob Stockdale failed to score against Leinster... Brian O'Dris…
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Online Editors
11 Apr 2019, 2:17
A decade after his role in Bloodgate, Williams finally calls it quits at Harlequins
Ten years after he got caught up in the Bloodgate cheating scandal that cost Dean Richards his Harlequins job, Tom Williams has re…
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Online Editors
10 Apr 2019, 5:33
The curious case of Darren Cave's premature retirement at the age of only 32
Darren Cave still has plenty of rugby left in him, but the lie of the land in Ireland has changed in recent times and it has force…
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Neil Best
08 Apr 2019, 20:20
'By the letter of the law it is a penalty' - Murray backs Munster's Tadhg Beirne over Murrayfield theatrics
Conor Murray doesn't believe Tadhg Beirne did anything wrong in the controversial second-half incident that became a major talking…
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Online Editors
03 Apr 2019, 8:03
Racing fans have seriously got the hump with Lorenzetti following their European quarter-final exit
Hopes were high in Paris that this would be Racing's year, but their exit to Toulouse has caused ructions with numerous fans angry…
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Online Editors
02 Apr 2019, 8:32
O'Driscoll criticises Beirne amid strong Twitter reaction over diving
The weekend’s rugby provided a lot of topics for debate, none more so that Munster’s winner against Edinburgh at Murrayfield.
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Josh Raisey
02 Apr 2019, 2:48
Fans mystified by Goode's continued England absence
In a weekend of tight Champions Cup quarter finals, Saracens bucked the trend with a resounding 56-27 demolition of Glasgow.
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Josh Raisey
01 Apr 2019, 8:06
Leinster confirm Leavy will miss World Cup
Leinster have confirmed that Dan Leavy will miss the World Cup later this year.
He suffered a knee injury in his side’s 21-18…
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Nathaniel Cope
01 Apr 2019, 5:06
Freddie Burns' message for Stockdale after quarter-final blunder
Bath fly-half Freddie Burns has shown his support for Jacob Stockdale on Twitter, after the Ulster winger’s error against Leinst…
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Josh Raisey
01 Apr 2019, 4:05
Unsavoury fan incident forces Leinster to launch quarter-final investigation
Leinster's derby win over Ulster in Dublin was lauded for the atmosphere it created, but it turns out there was one fan ejected fr…
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Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 12:02
'It's to the neck, with force' - Why referee Luke Pearce felt compelled to red card Zack Holmes
Toulouse's quarter-final win over Racing was a classic enhanced by them having to play nearly an hour of the match with 14 players…
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Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 11:10
14-man Toulouse pull off Parisian miracle
Toulouse overcame the first-half dismissal of Zack Holmes to beat Racing 92 22-21 in a thrilling Heineken Champions Cup quarter-fi…
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Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 10:25
Champions Cup XV of the Week - Quarter-Finals
Check out our top XV of performers from a compelling weekend of knockout European rugby, where the Irish derby between Leinster an…
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Alex Shaw
31 Mar 2019, 9:48
Bears knocked out of Europe after thrashing
Bristol's European Challenge Cup came to an end as they were thrashed 39-15 by La Rochelle in the quarter-finals.
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Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 8:15
'Although the club has had a great heritage, it's important that this group of players experience winning silverware'
Harlequins boss Paul Gustard wants his players to make their own European Challenge Cup history after booking a fifth semi-final a…
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Online Editors
31 Mar 2019, 3:15
O'Driscoll blasts 'unforgivable' Stockdale error while Ulster fans rally around their star
Former Leinster and Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll believes that Stockdale's in-goal blunder in Ulster's quarterfinal clash at A…
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Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 23:53
'I know what you want me to say and I'm not going to say it'
Ulster head coach Dan McFarland refused to blame star winger Jacob Stockdale after his fumbled touchdown cost his side dearly in t…
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Ian Cameron
30 Mar 2019, 14:02
Leinster see off Ulster after costly Stockdale error
Jacob Stockdale's try-scoring blunder will haunt Ulster and the winger after defending champions Leinster came from behind to win …
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Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 13:57
Video - 'I just wish I wasn't pulling at my shorts for about 20 meters!'
Leinster Number 8 Jack Conan rues having to pull his short during a 40 metre charge for the line that set up colleague Adam Byrne …
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Ian Cameron
30 Mar 2019, 13:20
Farrell's wife going into labour fails to upset Saracens juggernaut
David Strettle capitalised on the late withdrawal of Owen Farrell to cross twice as Saracens stormed into the Heineken Champions C…
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Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 11:01
Cockerill remarkably restrained in response to Murray incident
Edinburgh head coach Richard Cockerill lamented the "tiny, tiny margins" after his side fell to a 17-13 defeat to Munster in the H…
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Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 9:32
La Rochelle name relatively modest 900kg pack for Bristol Bears
La Rochelle have selected against type with a relatively modest 900kg pack for their showdown with Bristol Bears tomorrow.
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Ian Cameron
30 Mar 2019, 6:51
Diamond 'perturbed' despite quarter-final win
Sale Sharks director of rugby Steve Diamond was disappointed with his side's second-half display in a 20-10 victory over Connacht …
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Online Editors
30 Mar 2019, 3:20
Glasgow 'determined to create a bit of history' as Champions Cup clash looms
Glasgow Warriors head coach Dave Rennie is adamant on his side creating 'a bit of history' as they prepare to face Saracens in the…
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Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 20:09
'When we're not performing on the field, it makes sense to suffer criticism' - Kaino on the Savea fall-out
Value for money is a big talking point in France after Julian Savea's Toulon savaging and Jerome Kaino knows he has to earn his ow…
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Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 14:49
'The 120kg second row has disappeared from the Test circuit. With such a weight, you explode after a quarter of an hour'
Veteran Racing lock Donnacha Ryan has noticed a considerable difference between what is now required from an international second …
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Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 10:52
What Edinburgh and Glasgow must overcome to reach the Champions Cup semi's
Edinburgh Rugby and Glasgow Warriors face Munster and Saracens respectively in their Heineken Champions Cup quarter-finals and get…
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Jamie Lyall
29 Mar 2019, 8:03
Sexton misses out as Leinster and Ulster name teams for Champions Cup derby
Leinster will be without Ireland fly half Johnny Sexton for their Heineken Champions Cup game with Ulster because of injury.
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Online Editors
29 Mar 2019, 5:21
My Champions Cup quarter-final predictions - Andy Goode
It’s Champions Cup quarter-final time, one of the best weekend’s in the club rugby calendar, and you can make a case for every…
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Andy Goode
29 Mar 2019, 2:16
The competition that could put the World League debate to bed
The congregation of leading executives within the global rugby fraternity to negotiate details for the much-maligned World Rugby N…
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Alex McLeod
28 Mar 2019, 20:50
Hamilton: Ulster know Johnny Sexton is flappable
All the talk a few months ago was how Leinster would walk Europe, but Ireland's lack of form in the Six Nations means this all-Iri…
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Jim Hamilton
28 Mar 2019, 12:13
Hamilton: Having seen Scotland, Glasgow will feel they have found a way to rattle Owen Farrell but he will be too good for them
Owen Farrell was unceremoniously hauled off during England's Six Nations draw with Scotland, but there won't be any hang-over for …
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Jim Hamilton
28 Mar 2019, 4:11
Hamilton: Cockerill shocked me when he joined Edinburgh, but now they're going to shock Munster
"I was shocked when Richard Cockerill joined Edinburgh, but his hard-nosed approach is reaping rewards and their quarter-final ver…
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Jim Hamilton
27 Mar 2019, 13:58
Are Leinster and Saracens still kings of Europe? A lot has changed since the pool stage
Saracens led the way in the pool stage and Leinster looked strong as reigning champions, but in the two months that have passed si…
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Alex Shaw
27 Mar 2019, 10:59
'I live close to Scotstoun, it was an easy decision to make' - Fusaro resolves Warriors future
Having been a loyal servant at the Glasgow Warriors since his debut in 2010, Chris Fusaro admits making a choice about his career …
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Online Editors
27 Mar 2019, 8:17
Kiwis in Europe: Bristol's Kiwis on tight-rope
Pat Lam's Bristol were ousted in a tight affair by Ben Te'o and Michael Fatialofa's Worcester in what was many Kiwi-filled match-u…
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Campbell Burnes
24 Mar 2019, 20:28
Munster call in the cops to tackle offensive online harassment of their players
Rugby players have a reputation as hard men but such has been the level of abusive online trolling suffered in Munster, the club h…
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Online Editors
22 Mar 2019, 2:29
Champions Cup resumption edges closer with 20 players newly registered for action
With the Champions Cup quarter-finals fast approaching, seven of the eight clubs that will be involved have registered additional …
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Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 9:42
EPCR confirms its four potential Champions Cup semi-final venues
With the quarter-finals set to be played in a fortnight, EPCR have finally confirmed the four venues they have lined up to potenti…
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Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 4:35
Saracens suffer European blow as Michael Rhodes cops a ban
Saracens are bang in form in Europe but they will have to plan for their quarter-final at the end of the month against Glasgow wit…
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Online Editors
14 Mar 2019, 2:22
McFarland rewards Ulster's cool kids for earning their stripes
Dan McFarland inherited a mess when he took over at Ulster but his faith in some academy youngsters has paid off and he has now re…
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Online Editors
20 Feb 2019, 7:32
'I will not repeat it' - Zebo reflects on 'unacceptable' racism
Simon Zebo has opted not to make public the exact racist words aimed at him by an Ulster supporter who is now banned for life from…
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Liam Heagney
25 Jan 2019, 1:43
8 Irish players among 15 nominees for EPCR European Player of the Year
Seven different clubs and all three European professional leagues are among the 15 nominees for the prestigious EPCR European Play…
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Online Editors
24 Jan 2019, 8:37
Watch: Antoine Dupont starts and finishes chaotic opportunists' try
A few moments of madness led to Toulouse throwing structure out the window and scoring a spectacular opportunists' try to extend t…
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Online Editors
20 Jan 2019, 19:54
Dai Young gives update on his injured England players
Wasps saw three England squad members suffer injury scares on Sunday but Dai Young does not foresee any issues ahead of the Six Na…
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Harry West
20 Jan 2019, 18:25
The Heineken Champions Cup quarter-finals - who plays who and where
Any hopes Toulouse had of snatching top spot in Pool 1 were extinguished as Leinster defeated Wasps to secure a home quarter-final…
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Harry West
20 Jan 2019, 10:44
Heineken Champions Cup XV of the Week - Round 6
A round-up of the top performers during the final weekend of the pool stage in this season's Heineken Champions Cup. Edinburgh, Sa…
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Alex Shaw
20 Jan 2019, 10:09
Watch: Ulster and Leicester engage in fierce chip-chase battle
Ulster and Leicester are going to need some dip with all the chipping the sides did in their Champions Cup clash Saturday night.
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Online Editors
19 Jan 2019, 19:03
Watch: CJ Stander undresses Exeter forward in front of 26,000 people
Munster Number 8 CJ Stander welcomed Exeter to Thomond Park in a disrespectful fashion during an early Munster lineout maul drive.…
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Online Editors
19 Jan 2019, 18:41
All eight Heineken Champions Cup quarter-finalists decided
Saracens and Racing 92 secured home quarter-finals in the Champions Cup but the hopes of Exeter Chiefs are over after defeat at Mu…
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Harry West
19 Jan 2019, 12:26
Bears rack up another ridiculous scoreline in routing of Enisei en route to quarter-finals
For the second time in two days, a side racked up a century of points in the Challenge Cup as Bristol Bears routed Enisei 107-19.
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Harry West
19 Jan 2019, 11:08
'Some things stick with you. It was pretty clear to me what was said, which was disappointing'
Racing 92 fullback Simon Zebo has elaborated on the racist abuse he received at Ravenhill last weekend in an exclusive interview w…
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Online Editors
19 Jan 2019, 1:31
Saints put up a gigantic score in Challenge Cup rout
Northampton scored 17 tries in a record victory as they beat Timisoara Saracens 111-3 to reach the European Challenge Cup quarter-…
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Liam Blackburn
18 Jan 2019, 16:20
Scottish clubs make Champions Cup history
Both Edinburgh and Glasgow Warriors are through to the European Champions Cup quarter-finals due to the former's 19-10 win over Mo…
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Liam Blackburn
18 Jan 2019, 16:15
VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: Big Jim's Big Interview with Simon Zebo - dealing with racism, Ireland and the 'Cartel'
Simon Zebo has spoken to exclusively to RugbyPass about what he heard at Ulster last weekend. He also spoke to Big Jim about life …
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Jim Hamilton
18 Jan 2019, 10:22
Wasps' mixed week is about to get tougher and they know it
Facing current Champions Cup and PRO14 title holders Leinster is not most teams idea of fun, and Wasps head coach Dai Young could …
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Online Editors
18 Jan 2019, 5:31
Ireland and Ulster get Henderson boost
Iain Henderson has made a remarkable recovery from thumb surgery.
The Ulster lock was due to be out for 10-12 weeks after the p…
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Online Editors
18 Jan 2019, 4:25
Rugby union civil war brewing as PRO14's European dominion returns?
Buckle up.
Here comes a round six weekend where the PRO14 is growling with a collective Champions Cup snarl not witnessed sinc…
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Liam Heagney
17 Jan 2019, 11:51
26 weeks worth of bans handed out - ranging from spitting to alleged racist abuse
The EPCR has been busy sanctioning multiple players for misdemeanors during the Heineken Champions Cup, Challenge Cup and Continen…
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Online Editors
16 Jan 2019, 11:34
Ireland's scrum half shortage as Leinster confirm McGrath knee ligament injury
Leinster have a long list of injury concerns involving Ireland internationals, with Luke McGrath's knee ligament injury the latest…
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Jack Davies
15 Jan 2019, 11:12
'Totally unacceptable' - Ulster head coach reacts to alleged Zebo abuse
Ulster head coach Dan McFarland has called for information in order to get to the bottom of alleged abuse received by Racing 92's …
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Online Editors
14 Jan 2019, 9:08
Kiwis in Europe: Berghan's Edinburgh has wood on Savea's Toulon
Simon Berghan and Edinburgh are sitting pretty at the top of Pool 5 in the European Champions Cup.
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Campbell Burnes
13 Jan 2019, 18:16
Watch: Jack Nowell's return sparks Exeter by slicing Castres to bits
The return of Jack Nowell from a hamstring injury after two months didn't take long to have an impact, with the England internatio…
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Online Editors
13 Jan 2019, 13:42
Saracens secure Champions Cup playoff berth with victory over Lyon
Premiership champions Saracens are through to the last eight of the European Champions Cup after beating Lyon on Sunday.
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Ben Spratt
13 Jan 2019, 12:38
Champions Cup XV of the Week - Round 5
A round-up of the top individual performers in the penultimate round of the Heineken Champions Cup pool stage, where Munster, Edin…
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Alex Shaw
13 Jan 2019, 11:12
Was racist abuse directed at Simon Zebo this weekend?
A post on Zebo's official Instagram pages appears to suggest that hey may have received racial abuse.
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Tom Parker
13 Jan 2019, 5:52
British and Irish Lions prop to join London Irish
London Irish's rebuild ahead of their potential re-entry into the Premiership took a step forward this week as they secured the se…
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Ian Cameron
13 Jan 2019, 1:18
Watch: Ulster coach in holiday mode during final minutes of tense Champions Cup battle
Despite scores separated by one with five minutes left, one look at Ulster defence coach Jared Payne would tell you that the resul…
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Online Editors
12 Jan 2019, 22:33
Watch: Kiwi pair strike gold with no-look pass to help Scarlets to first European victory
Former Crusaders Johnny McNicholl and Kieron Fonotia linked up for Scarlets to score a dazzling try from broken play in their Cham…
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Online Editors
12 Jan 2019, 16:22
French heavyweights stumble in latest round of Champions Cup pool play
All four Pro14 sides in European Rugby Champions Cup action on Saturday secured victories, three coming against French opposition.
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Peter Thompson
12 Jan 2019, 15:24
Watch: Jacob Stockdale scores another unbelievable 'Stock-chip' try
Irish winger Jacob Stockdale completed a double in his side's win over Racing in emphatic fashion, scoring a stunning try in a sim…
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Online Editors
12 Jan 2019, 14:02
Leinster 'definitely our most physical game of the season'
Toulouse backrow Rynhardt Elstadt admits Leinster were the French side's most physical challenge this season.
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Ian Cameron
12 Jan 2019, 8:06
Bristol Bears put massive score on Enisei STM
Bristol Bears have put an eye-watering score on Enisei STM in their Challenge Cup Round 5 encounter at the Yug Stadium in Sochi.
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Ian Cameron
12 Jan 2019, 7:21
'For me the biggest concern is we speak a lot off the field' - Ackermann ready to swing axe
Gloucester coach Johan Ackermann is looking to ‘freshen up’ his team, following their embarrassing 15-41 loss to a fired-up Mu…
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Online Editors
12 Jan 2019, 6:25
Manu Tuilagi left out of Tigers squad for Scarlets match
There is no room for Manu Tuilagi in the Leicester Tigers' 23 named to take on the Scarlets in today's Heineken Champions Cup fixt…
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Online Editors
12 Jan 2019, 2:07
Watch: Carbery's two-minute takeover helps Munster thrash Gloucester
Joey Carbery, Rory Scannell, Keith Earls and Andrew Conway were among the tries as Munster overpowered Gloucester.
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Russell Greaves
11 Jan 2019, 16:01
'This is probably the most anxious I've been'
Returning to action after a broken arm proved an anxious experience for Saracens' Billy Vunipola, who is steadily regaining his po…
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Russell Greaves
11 Jan 2019, 12:30
What Ulster need to do to beat Racing 92 powerhouse - Neil Best
Ulster got into their Heineken Champions Cup Pool 4 game against Racing 92 with a place in the knockout stage in their own hands.
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Neil Best
11 Jan 2019, 8:10
Leinster hit by several injuries ahead of crucial Toulouse test
Leinster have been dealt a blow with several of their front line players absent for their crunch Heineken Champions Cup clash with…
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Online Editors
11 Jan 2019, 4:21
Itoje fitness boost ahead of Six Nations
With Eddie Jones set to name his England squad ahead of the Guinness Six Nations next Thursday, he was given a major boost with th…
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Online Editors
11 Jan 2019, 4:00
'I do not know what happened to me that day. I'm not a bad guy'
Simon Zebo has insisted his run-in last October with Michael Lowry is past tense as he prepares to play in his native Ireland this…
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Liam Heagney
11 Jan 2019, 1:35
Julian Savea primed for Toulon return
Former All Black Julian Savea is set to make his return from French club Toulon after missing more than a month of action.
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Online Editors
10 Jan 2019, 17:16
'They're big human beings, to put it mildly - they're strong, and they've got a certain way of playing'
Toby Flood says Newcastle Falcons will try to neutralise Montpellier’s power game when they travel to the south of France for Sa…
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Online Editors
10 Jan 2019, 8:36
Acid test looms for reborn Toulouse in Dublin
As nostalgic fans revel in Toulouse's resurgence this season, the former giants of French rugby face arguably their toughest chall…
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Alex Shaw
09 Jan 2019, 1:29
Gloucester give update on Danny Cipriani injury and new contract talks for star
The star flyhalf hasn't played since suffering a chest injury in a pool match against Exeter in mid-December, which has seen the c…
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Online Editors
08 Jan 2019, 15:56
Counter-attack kings Toulouse will provide test of unpredictability for Leinster
Ugo Mola’s re-born Toulouse side is a dangerous proposition, undefeated since shocking Leinster 28-27 in the first leg of pool p…
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Ben Smith
08 Jan 2019, 15:25
'He can't play... so we have to play players out of position and put them at risk'
EPCR faces renewed criticism of their policy on player registration, with another injury-embattled team stymied by the organisatio…
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Alex Shaw
07 Jan 2019, 1:54
Analysis: The Finn Russell-Simon Zebo connection is powering Racing's high-scoring attack
Two superstar Celtic recruits – Finn Russell of Scotland and Simon Zebo of Ireland - are building a stellar connection that is p…
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Ben Smith
26 Dec 2018, 22:38
EPCR launch misconduct complaint over cancelled match
The EPCR has lodged a misconduct complaint against Timisoara Saracens following the cancellation of the Romanian club’s Challeng…
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Online Editors
20 Dec 2018, 10:25
Kockott gets off lightly despite pleading guilty to making 'contact with eye area'
Castres Olympique scrum half, Rory Kockott, has been suspended following an independent Disciplinary Hearing in Paris today arisin…
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Online Editors
19 Dec 2018, 13:52
Kockott faces enormous ban as EPCR cite multiple players
Castres veteran scrum half Rory Kockott could face a ban of up to four years after being cited over an alleged eye gouge during th…
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RugbyPass
18 Dec 2018, 5:46
Leinster respond brilliantly to 'Flag Gate' and social media loved it
Leinster Rugby have responded brilliantly to last week's flag gate with a little joke of their own.
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Tom Parker
17 Dec 2018, 1:58
How Toulouse rebuilt a legitimate European power capable of toppling anyone
Just two years removed from missing the Top 14 playoffs for the first time in 40 years, how did they become a legitimate force in …
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Ben Smith
16 Dec 2018, 21:13
Geordan Muprhy's withering post-match comments sum up how low Tigers have fallen
Racing 92 maintained their 100 per cent record in Europe by handing Leicester Tigers an eighth consecutive defeat in all competiti…
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Online Editors
16 Dec 2018, 12:29
Cockerill's Edinburgh in control in Champions Cup
Back-to-back wins over Newcastle Falcons have Edinburgh closing in on a quarter-final place in the European Champions Cup.
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Ben Spratt
16 Dec 2018, 10:50
Champions Cup XV of the Week - Round 4
A round-up of the top performers in Round 4 of the Heineken Champions Cup, as teams take a break from Europe for their busy domest…
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Alex Shaw
16 Dec 2018, 10:16
Just hours after victory over Bath, Sexton picked up his latest award
Jonny Sexton picked up his latest award at a gala event in Dublin last night, just a couple of hours after steering Leinster to vi…
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Online Editors
16 Dec 2018, 6:58
Ulster are paying a heavy price at the turnstile for their nightmarish year off the pitch
Ravenhill wasn’t bursting at the seams when Ulster swooped for their latest Champions Cup win on Friday night. A little over 12,…
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Liam Heagney
16 Dec 2018, 2:47
Toulouse and Saracens stay perfect in Champions Cup
Saracens battled past Cardiff Blues to stay top of Pool 3, while Toulouse came out on top in an entertaining clash with Wasps.
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Peter Thompson
15 Dec 2018, 13:37
'He has no respect for his body' - Former Ireland wing lavishes praise on Owen Farrell
Former Ireland international Shane Horgan has heaped praise on Owen Farrell following his man of the match performance against the…
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Online Editors
15 Dec 2018, 11:43
Farrell's frustrated post Cardiff comments
Two-time former champions Saracens maintained their 100 percent record and cemented top spot in Pool Three.
However, they were …
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Online Editors
15 Dec 2018, 10:24
Northampton Saints match called off
The European Rugby Challenge Cup Pool 1, Round 4 match between Timisoara Saracens and Northampton Saints has been canceled owing t…
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Online Editors
15 Dec 2018, 4:35
Watch: Stade Francais pay tribute to Nicolas Chauvin before and after emotional victory
Tributes were paid to teenager Nicolas Chauvin before and after Stade Francais got the better of the Ospreys in Paris.
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Peter Thompson
14 Dec 2018, 17:25
Welcome injury news for England duo
Two England players who picked up injuries during the November internationals are due to make their returns to action this weekend…
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Online Editors
14 Dec 2018, 4:11
Champions Cup 'moving day' will separate men from boys - Andy Goode
A bit like the third day of a major golf championship, Round 4 is ‘moving day’ in the Champions Cup and will separate the men …
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Andy Goode
14 Dec 2018, 2:41
Franco Mostert to be unleashed against Exeter Chiefs on first start
The South African star will finally get his first chance to start for Gloucester this weekend against Exeter Chiefs
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Online Editors
13 Dec 2018, 4:34
The Beauden Barrett 'sabbatical sweepstakes' - the ultimate landing spots for the All Black 10
With only one season to show his wares, the potential landing spot has to have the cash plus the supporting cast to challenge for …
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Ben Smith
11 Dec 2018, 18:24
Newcastle Falcons forced to turn to converted lock to answer prop crisis
Newcastle Falcons have been dealing with an unprecedented crisis at prop, with three of their tightheads out injured.
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Nathaniel Cope
11 Dec 2018, 5:58
Champions Cup quarter-final predictions as pools reach halfway mark
A brief summary of the state of play in the five Heineken Champions Cup groups at the halfway mark of the pool stage and a look at…
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Alex Shaw
10 Dec 2018, 10:42
Sarries crush Blues to go 12 games from 12 this season
Premiership leaders Saracens made it three wins from three in the European Champions Cup after victory over Cardiff Blues on Sunda…
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Alex Fisher
09 Dec 2018, 11:04
Heineken Champions Cup XV of the Week - Round 3
A round-up of the top performers from Round 3 of the Heineken Champions Cup, with heavy contributions from Glasgow Warriors, Ulste…
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Alex Shaw
09 Dec 2018, 9:37
Watch: Thief in the night Jordan Larmour snatches match-defining intercept
Leinster young gun Jordan Larmour came up with a decisive intercept at the Rec to propel the defending champions of Europe to a ti…
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Online Editors
08 Dec 2018, 13:36
Savea's positional switch at Toulon continues
Toulon picked up a well-timed first win in this season's Heineken Champions Cup as they triumphed 38-28 over fellow Top 14 outfit …
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Online Editors
08 Dec 2018, 13:11
Watch: Cheslin Kolbe produces 60-metre stunner to burn Wasps in one play
The hot-stepping wing ripped open Wasps in one phase on a simple first receiver carry from the scrum, bouncing off the first defen…
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Online Editors
08 Dec 2018, 12:57
Exeter remain winless in Champions Cup after Gloucester defeat
There were wins for Gloucester, Toulon and Leinster in the European Champions Cup on Saturday.
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Jack Davies
08 Dec 2018, 12:28
Nathan Hughes leaves the field in agony after just 19 minutes for Wasps
Wasps injuries issued have worsened after Nathan Hughes was removed from the field just 19 minutes into his side's crunch clash wi…
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Online Editors
08 Dec 2018, 10:21
Early controversy at Leinster Bath match as flags banned from the Rec
There's been an early controversy prior to Bath and Leinster's European Rugby Champions Cup game at the Rec.
Reigning champion…
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Online Editors
08 Dec 2018, 6:46
'If they're not bothered by player welfare, so be it' - Richards fuming at ECPR over prop debacle
Dean Richards is fuming at the EPCR after he says he was effectively forced to play a loosehead at tighthead, potentially putting …
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Online Editors
08 Dec 2018, 5:22
Manu Tuilagi's blunt message for Tigers fans turning their back on the team
England centre Manu Tuilagi has a rather blunt message for fans turning their back on Leicester Tigers as the club endure another …
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Ian Cameron
08 Dec 2018, 3:09
Colin Slade double helps Pau close gap on Worcester in Challenge Cup
There were wins for Pau and Grenoble over Worcester Warriors and Agen respectively in the European Challenge Cup.
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Jack Davies
07 Dec 2018, 16:51
Watch: Jacob Stockdale stuns Scarlets with brilliant finish
There were wins for Ulster and Edinburgh over the Scarlets and Newcastle Falcons in the European Champions Cup on Friday.
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Jack Davies
07 Dec 2018, 16:19
How two Tigers brought bite back to Edinburgh and Newcastle and the many subplots to their Champions Cup tussle
In his infamous book published almost 20 years ago, Richard Cockerill tells a story about the day he brought an almighty pasting u…
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Jamie Lyall
07 Dec 2018, 6:04
'To say there's an image of medication being handed out willy-nilly, that's a very unfair reflection'
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has been drawn into the debate over the use of painkillers in rugby, after his former Leinster and …
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Nathaniel Cope
07 Dec 2018, 3:28
The amount of defenders beaten by Tuilagi so far in Europe and 17 others Champions Cup stats
European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) have released a bevy of statistics ahead of this weekend's Champions Cup rugby.
Round 3…
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Online Editors
05 Dec 2018, 9:52
Stick or twist for the Premiership's bottom seven in Europe?
A brief look at the Gallagher Premiership's bottom seven and whether they would be better served by turning their backs on Europe …
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Alex Shaw
04 Dec 2018, 9:23
There's been an update on Halfpenny as he battles concussion symptoms
Leigh Halfpenny picked up a concussion on November 10th playing for Wales, and now there's been an update on his status as he trie…
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Online Editors
04 Dec 2018, 5:59
The delayed dates of next season's European rugby have been released
The ECPR have released the delayed dates of next season's European Rugby weekends.
The tournament will run on new weekends due…
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RugbyPass
03 Dec 2018, 5:22
Kaino and Pointud appeals rejected
Jerome Kaino will not be available until December after the Toulouse forward failed with an appeal against his five-match ban.
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Peter Thompson
25 Oct 2018, 8:48
Jerome Kaino fails in bid to overturn length of suspension
Jerome Kaino has failed in his bid to appeal a 5 week suspension handed down at last week's independent Disciplinary Committee. …
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Online Editors
25 Oct 2018, 6:47
Bizarre double appeal in Lozowski's twin citing case - by both the player and the ECPR
Both Saracens Alex Lozowski and the ECPR are appealing two different decisions regarding the player's double citing last week.
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Ian Cameron
25 Oct 2018, 3:13
Danny Cipriani banned as controversial red card decision upheld
Gloucester outhalf Danny Cipriani has been suspended following an independent Disciplinary Hearing in Paris today following his re…
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Online Editors
24 Oct 2018, 9:56
The ECPR have rejected Lozowski's request to switch games in ban and they've explained why
The Saracens player, Alex Lozowski, who was suspended following a citing complaint arising from his club’s Heineken Champions Cu…
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Online Editors
23 Oct 2018, 10:35
This is what the EPCR had to say about Bruce Craig's replay request
The EPCR have responded to Bath owner Bruce Craig's request that their Heineken Champions Cup game against Toulouse be replayed. …
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Online Editors
23 Oct 2018, 8:39
Springboks haven’t even scratched the surface of possibilities with Cheslin Kolbe
Kolbe’s razor-sharp footwork combined with deadly speed presents a weapon that, if used correctly, could cause obscene amounts o…
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Ben Smith
22 Oct 2018, 17:19
Why Toulouse's victory over Leinster won't have come as a complete surprise to rugby nauses
Toulouse have gone from peerless European aristocrats to an overspending and underperforming mess at the highest club level over t…
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Alex Shaw
22 Oct 2018, 3:45
Watch: Newcastle Falcons pile on 39 phases to stun another French giant
A stunning attacking effort in over time has captured the Falcons second major victory in as many weeks in the Heineken Champions …
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Online Editors
21 Oct 2018, 20:36
Watch: Scenes of jubilation as Toulouse become Europe's giant-killers
Is this the re-birth of Toulouse as a superpower of Europe? The four-time champions knocked off the biggest scalp so far in this y…
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Online Editors
21 Oct 2018, 20:09
Leinster suffer late defeat at Toulouse, Newcastle snatch dramatic victory
Maxime Medard's late try proved crucial as Toulouse beat European Champions Cup holders Leinster on Sunday.
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Alex Fisher
21 Oct 2018, 11:57
EXCLUSIVE - 'Kiwis Abroad' documentary follows reporter Sam Smith as he tracks down Kiwi talent across Europe
Join RugbyPass employee of the month runner-up Sam Smith as he embarks on an epic journey across Europe to track down some of the …
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Peteso Cannon
20 Oct 2018, 23:47
Racing's Zebo issues remorseful public apology as he 'wouldn't want his kids doing that'
Ex-Munster and Irish fullback-wing Simon Zebo has taken to Twitter to issue a public apology to fullback Michael Lowry after taunt…
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Online Editors
20 Oct 2018, 21:12
Watch: Joey Carbery pulls out sublime behind-the-back pass during surgical second-half performance
Munster's outhalf Joey Carbery put on a surgical performance against Gloucester at Thomond Park, slicing up the visitors by scori…
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Online Editors
20 Oct 2018, 19:34
The Lab: Building an explosive set-piece attack with the NFL’s ‘Trips Bunch’ concept
Taking a fresh look at set-piece play, could we build a set-piece scrum attack by taking inspiration from the NFL’s ‘Trips Bun…
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Ben Smith
20 Oct 2018, 17:41
Edinburgh outclass troubled Toulon, Wasps and Bath play out thrilling draw
Wasps, without Christian Wade, battled back to draw with Bath, and Edinburgh battered Toulon in Saturday's European Champions Cup …
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Peter Hanson
20 Oct 2018, 13:20
Chris Ashton marks return from 7 week ban in style against Connacht
European club rugby's all-time record try scorer, Chris Ashton, made his competitive debut for Sale Sharks in the Challenge Cup to…
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Online Editors
20 Oct 2018, 11:06
Ackermann: Rugby Union has 'lost empathy'
Gloucester headcoach Johan Ackermann said he believes the sport has lost empathy in the wake of the sport's latest controversial r…
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Online Editors
20 Oct 2018, 8:26
Watch: Ref says 'sorry' to Cipriani before showing him red card for high tackle
Gloucester could be set for a prolonged spell without Danny Cipriani, who was shown a red card for a high shot on Munster's Rory S…
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Tom Webber
20 Oct 2018, 7:05
Billy Vunipola has tweeted his disgust at Danny Cipriani's controversial red card
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Online Editors
20 Oct 2018, 6:47
Bath owner Bruce Craig requests that the Toulouse match be replayed
Bath Rugby owner Bruce Craig has written to the ECPR to request that last weekend's Heineken Champions Cup opener be replayed.
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Online Editors
20 Oct 2018, 1:33
Second-half blitz guides Leicester to European success
The 71st European tie hosted at Welford Road ended in a 45-27 win for Leicester Tigers over the Scarlets in the European Champions…
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Liam Blackburn
19 Oct 2018, 19:35
Toulouse lash out at EPCR over Kaino ban decision which 'relates to feelings and not on facts'
Toulouse have heavily criticised the EPCR over their decision to ban Jerome Kaino for five games and have announced they're going …
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Online Editors
19 Oct 2018, 4:12
Why the manner in which Maxime Medard foiled Freddie Burns' try was technically perfect
There are only a few minutes to play. Toulouse are leading Bath by two points – 22-20 and then Freddy Burns blows a golden oppor…
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Online Editors
19 Oct 2018, 2:20
Kaino banned on 'the basis that the incident involved contact to' Jamie Roberts' head
Toulouse No 8, Jerome Kaino, has been suspended following an independent Disciplinary Hearing in Paris today arising from his club…
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Online Editors
17 Oct 2018, 6:55
Ruaridh Jackson phonecall saves Alex Lozowski's November Tests
Alex Lozowski has learned his fate after facing two charges of foul play from Saracens Heineken Champions Cup win against Glasgow …
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Online Editors
17 Oct 2018, 1:07
Lozowski cited twice, while Kaino faces ban over hit on Roberts
England centre Alex Lozowski has been cited twice after Saracens' Champions Cup match with Glasgow, while Jerome Kaino is one of t…
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Online Editors
16 Oct 2018, 7:11
'This ones cut me through' - Billy Vunipola reacts to latest injury setback
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Nathaniel Cope
16 Oct 2018, 2:49
The fall of the Galáticos– Toulon’s crumbling empire
Toulon's rise to dominance needs to be appreciated, for all the controversy they were a modern marvel – a super team built with …
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Ben Smith
15 Oct 2018, 18:46
Analysis: How Leinster exploited Wasps' forwards on James Lowe’s breakaway set-piece try
Leinster are the current masters of line running and deception, continually coming up with new concepts and finding ways to create…
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Ben Smith
14 Oct 2018, 20:30
Six Saracens injured in Scotland - including Owen Farrell
Six Saracens were injured in their bruising opening Heineken Champions Cup victory over Glasgow Warriors in Scotstoun this afterno…
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Online Editors
14 Oct 2018, 12:59
Falcons have 'already parked' one of the biggest results in the club's history
Newcastle Falcons boss Dean Richards hailed his Heineken Champions Cup heroes following Sunday’s 26-25 win in Toulon, but insist…
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Online Editors
14 Oct 2018, 12:26
Falcons prey on Toulon, Vunipola brothers injured in Sarries win
Newcastle Falcons' return to Europe's elite club competition was worth the wait as they beat stunning Toulon at Stade Mayol.
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Peter Thompson
14 Oct 2018, 11:58
Champions Cup XV of the Week - Round 1
A round-up of the top performers in the Heineken Champions Cup, on the competition's opening weekend of the 2018/19 season.
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Alex Shaw
14 Oct 2018, 9:24
Welsh centre breaks leg in Paris
Worcester Warriors historic victory over Stade Francais in Paris has come with a hefty price.
Tom Howe scored a first-half dou…
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Online Editors
14 Oct 2018, 8:51
12 facts as Newcastle Falcons face the daunting task of Toulon away
Newcastle and Toulon have met just twice in European competition, both games during the 2011-12 Challenge Cup group stage when the…
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Online Editors
14 Oct 2018, 4:03
Leinster’s emphatic win fires a warning shot to Europe but they left clues on how to beat them
Don’t expect Leinster to give you the ball. You will have to take it from them, which most sides can’t do. This is officially …
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Ben Smith
13 Oct 2018, 21:56
Burns makes humiliating drop as Bath beaten by Toulouse
Freddie Burns should have been Bath's match-winner but was distraught after failing to touch down under the posts.
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Peter Thompson
13 Oct 2018, 9:24
'Nobody died' - rugby world unites in sympathy for Freddie Burns following disastrous 5 minute spell
Rugby players, pundits and none-Bath fans have united in sympathy for Bath fullback Freddie Burns.
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Ian Cameron
13 Oct 2018, 8:09
Video - Freddie Burns' shocking blunder costs Bath match
A shock blunder by fullback Freddie burns has cost Bath their opening game of the European Champions Cup against Toulouse at the R…
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Ian Cameron
13 Oct 2018, 7:19
La Rochelle put a massive score on Ensei STM
La Rochelle have put a massive score on Russian side Yenisey-STM Krasnoyarsk, coming away from Siberia with an attacking bonus poi…
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Online Editors
13 Oct 2018, 5:38
Video - Dai Young attempts to explain record European defeat at hands of Leinster
Wasps headcoach Dai Young faced the media after his side's humbling defeat at the hands of Leinster in Dublin last night in their …
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Online Editors
13 Oct 2018, 3:59
Leinster player ratings versus Wasps
Leinster handed Wasps a record defeat in Europe as the Heineken Champions Cup holders thrashed the Gallagher Premiership side 52-3…
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Nathaniel Cope
13 Oct 2018, 0:56
Tomane and Fardy thriving in Dublin
Leinster utility Joe Tomane has closed the door on the Wallabies in pursuit of European success.
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Online Editors
12 Oct 2018, 21:10
Rampant Leinster thrash Wasps in Champions Cup opener
Leinster accelerated out of sight in the second half of their European Champions Cup opener as Wasps were completely outclassed.
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Ben Spratt
12 Oct 2018, 15:43
From doldrums to competing with Europe's elite - why it's time for Scottish clubs to shine
Five years have passed since Edinburgh last dined at Europe’s top table, years in which the club stuttered, sank and decayed in …
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Jamie Lyall
12 Oct 2018, 4:32
This Leinster side is better than the one that won three titles and they’re ready to create a dynasty – Andy Goode
Sport is cyclical, with the Champions Cup proving the perfect example of that in recent years, and this Leinster side look ready t…
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Andy Goode
12 Oct 2018, 3:17
When a man wants to murder a tiger he calls it sport, when a tiger wants to murder him, he calls it ferocity
Ulster must go into their European opener with real fight and strong self-belief, and they can rely on a little bit of history on …
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Neil Best
10 Oct 2018, 19:26
46 useless European rugby stats you really don't need to know
Bath takes on European aristocrats Toulouse this weekend at the Rec in the Heineken Champions Cup in what promises to be one of th…
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Online Editors
10 Oct 2018, 11:01
Why it's going to be England versus Ireland as bitter Anglo-Irish rivalry brews in Europe
With the 2018/19 Heineken Champions Cup set to kick-off this weekend, we take a look at the teams primed to make a charge for the …
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Alex Shaw
09 Oct 2018, 11:02
Murphy gives update on May's shoulder injury
Jonny May may be back to action sooner than expected after a remarkable recovery.
The England winger picked up a worrying-looki…
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Online Editors
09 Oct 2018, 10:58
How do the Heineken Champions Cup pools stack up on the RugbyPass Index?
We take a look at the pools of the 2018/19 Heineken Champions Cup and see how they stack up on the RugbyPass Index (RPI), includin…
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Alex Shaw
09 Oct 2018, 6:21
EPCR finalise punishment over Boudjellal's controversial Morman comments after appeal
Toulon have had a victory of sorts in their appeal over a punishment for president Mourad Boudjellal's controversial Morman commen…
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Online Editors
09 Oct 2018, 5:13
Wasps set to welcome back 4 key men ahead of test with Leinster
Wasps are set to welcome back a number of key individuals when they open up the Heineken Champions Cup on Friday night away to Lei…
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Alex Shaw
08 Oct 2018, 5:53
Whisper it - the Welsh regions may finally be over their European inferiority complex
Warren Gatland gathered more than 60 players together at The Vale this week to detail his plans for the year leading up to the Rug…
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Martyn Thomas
07 Oct 2018, 7:28
12 youngsters who could breakout in this season's Heineken Champions Cup
As the beginning of the 2018/19 Heineken Champions Cup draws closer, RugbyPass take a look at 12 exciting youngsters who could mak…
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Alex Shaw
02 Oct 2018, 12:56
Five Australians to look out for in the Heineken Cup
With the 2018 Heineken Cup looming and RugbyPass providing live coverage in Australia, we look at five of the best Aussie talents …
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RugbyPass
01 Oct 2018, 11:32
Marseille wins bid for 2020 Champions Cup
EPCR have announced that the city that will host the 2020 Champions Cup.
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Online Editors
01 Oct 2018, 2:41
Exclusive: Sexton gives Murray advice over his next contract move
Johnny Sexton has given his Ireland halfback partner Conor Murray some advice when it comes to his next career move.
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Nathaniel Cope
26 Sep 2018, 9:43
Toulon appeal EPCR's punishment over Boudjellal's bizarre Morman comments
Toulon have decided to appeal the EPCR's sanction over president Mourad Boudjellal's controversial Morman comments.
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Online Editors
24 Sep 2018, 3:18
The keys to Leinster's success and why the rest of Europe should be worried
As soon as Leo Cullen walks in the Aviva Stadium door next Wednesday morning for the new season’s Champions Cup launch, the “D…
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Liam Heagney
23 Sep 2018, 4:31
EPCR throw book at controversial Toulon owner over Mormon comments
Toulon president Mourad Boudjellal has been heavily sanctioned by the EPCR for his bizarre comments made in the wake of Mathieu Ba…
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Online Editors
17 Jul 2018, 6:23
Holders Leinster handed crunch Champions Cup pool
Holders Leinster will be given a stern test of their credentials after being drawn Pool 1, with the four teams having 11 Champions…
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Nathaniel Cope
20 Jun 2018, 7:30
WATCH AGAIN: Champions Cup and Challenge Cup draw - who your team got!
Tune in for the live draw of the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup on RugbyPass. It all starts at 1400 UK and Ireland time
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Online Editors
20 Jun 2018, 5:46
Neil Best: 'We are witnessing a momentum shift in European rugby'
After a great weekend of rugby in Bilbao, many fans are reflecting on two hugely contrasting finals -that could easily have gone e…
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Neil Best
17 May 2018, 1:33
Kiwis in Europe: European glory for former Blues
Isa Nacewa and Gareth Anscombe are the toast of Leinster and Cardiff Blues respectively.
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Campbell Burnes
13 May 2018, 15:09
Leinster player ratings - how the Champions Cup winners fared
Leinster claimed their fourth Champions Cup title with a narrow 15-12 win over Racing at San Mames Stadium in Bilbao - here's how …
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Nathaniel Cope
13 May 2018, 2:05
Leone Nakarawa scoops major award
Leone Nakarawa has been rewarded for an outstanding European campaign by being named EPCR European Player of the Year for 2018.
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Online Editors
12 May 2018, 15:36
Sexton: European champions Leinster did it the hard way
Leinster were playing catch-up in Saturday's European Champions Cup final against Racing 92 until the last couple of minutes.
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Russell Greaves
12 May 2018, 13:12
Record-equalling fourth European Champions Cup win for last-gasp Leinster
Just as they did in 2009, 2011 and 2012, Leinster tasted European Champions Cup glory as Racing 92's stern resistance proved in va…
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Russell Greaves
12 May 2018, 11:15
Sexton warns of 'distractions and hype' before Champions Cup final
Johnny Sexton left no one in doubt about his intentions as Leinster target a fourth Champions Cup title.
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Tom Webber
11 May 2018, 13:15
VIDEO: The 'octopus hands' that are out to stop Leinster
Racing 92 flanker Donnacha Ryan has given a fascinating insight into his Fijian teammate Leone Nakarawa as they try to stop Leinst…
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Nathaniel Cope
11 May 2018, 12:00
VIDEO: Candid Sexton reveals how he deals with big-match nerves
Jonathan Sexton has a vast medal haul, but Ireland's 2018 Six Nations Grand Slam winning outhalf admits he still struggles with ne…
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Nathaniel Cope
11 May 2018, 7:38
History beckons for either Leinster or Racing 92, here's what you need to know
Leinster and Racing 92 will battle it out for European Rugby Champions Cup glory in Bilbao, and we have assessed the best Opta sta…
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Peter Hanson
11 May 2018, 1:22
22 stats you should know ahead of the Champions Cup Final
Even for the neutrals, this promises to be quite the spectacle, so here's everything you need to know ahead of one of the biggest …
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Online Editors
08 May 2018, 5:16
Kiwis in Europe: Conrad Smith leaves a legend
72 Kiwis took part in the weekend's northern hemisphere action, with one taking the field for the last time.
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Campbell Burnes
06 May 2018, 15:12
Saracens hopeful after Vunipola hamstring scare
Billy Vunipola experienced hamstring tightness in training on Wednesday, but Saracens expect him to be fit for the Premiership sem…
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Iain Strachan
02 May 2018, 15:38
Kiwis in Europe: Maitland and Waldrom set for showdown
91 Kiwis took part in the weekend's northern hemisphere action and form would suggest there may only be two Kiwis involved in next…
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Campbell Burnes
29 Apr 2018, 15:50
Falcons snatch win at Tigers after controversial late Hogg try
Leicester Tigers were unable to hold on to a win over Newcastle Falcons with 14 men, leaving their Premiership semi-final hopes in…
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Tom Webber
27 Apr 2018, 15:36
Dan Carter shares cheeky farewell letter
Former All Blacks first five-eighth Dan Carter has shared a cheeky farewell letter he received from a young fan on social media.
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Online Editors
25 Apr 2018, 15:50
Leinster and Racing players shortlisted for European award
Scott Fardy, Tadhg Furlong, Johnny Sexton, Maxime Machenaud and Leone Nakarawa are in the running for the European Player of the Y…
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Peter Thompson
25 Apr 2018, 0:31
Lancaster finds perfect fit at Leinster – Andy Goode
Stuart Lancaster has found his perfect fit at Leinster, his coaching methods are bearing fruit and he might just choose to stick a…
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Andy Goode
23 Apr 2018, 19:15
Racing 92 will have to find another gear to compete with Leinster - Neil Best
It’s a great shame for Irish rugby that this season’s European Rugby Champions Cup Final won’t be a Leinster v Munster one. …
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Neil Best
23 Apr 2018, 0:29
Racing coach Labit ready for 'formidable' Leinster challenge
Racing 92 were superb for much of their semi-final against Munster, but Laurent Labit says they will have to be even better in the…
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Peter Thompson
22 Apr 2018, 20:30
Kiwis in Europe: Dan Carter still chasing silverware
25 Kiwis took part in the northern hemisphere action last weekend.
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Campbell Burnes
22 Apr 2018, 14:40
Champions Cup XV of the semi-finals
It wasn’t quite the classic weekend of European semi-final rugby that we all hoped for, with two one-sided results, but what it …
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Alex Shaw
22 Apr 2018, 9:35
Battle of Bordeaux - 10 statistics ahead of Munster and Racing 92's Champions Cup semi-final
Racing 92 are looking to become the 12th club to inscribe their name on the trophy when they clash with Munster Rugby in the Champ…
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Online Editors
22 Apr 2018, 4:06
'We didn't get a sniff' - Beirne pinpoints area of the game Scarlets simply couldn't compete in
Defeated Scarlets coach Wayne Pivac said he knew Leinster were going to be a lot better team than the one they hammered 12 months …
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Ian Cameron
21 Apr 2018, 10:32
Ruthless Leinster bully Scarlets into submission
Leinster booked their place in the Champions Cup Final in Bilbao following a dominant semi-final display against the Scarlets in D…
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Ian Cameron
21 Apr 2018, 9:21
Munster be warned - the frightening stats that make Leone Nakarawa a man apart
Racing 92 second row Leone Nakarawa has been one of the standout players in this season's Champions Cup and the Fijian's statistic…
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Nathaniel Cope
21 Apr 2018, 1:09
Cullen gives update on O'Brien as concern mounts over Ireland flanker's shoulder injury
Leo Cullen gave an update on Sean O'Brien's injured shoulder and it doesn't look good for the Ireland and Leinster flanker.
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Nathaniel Cope
20 Apr 2018, 9:36
Big calls as Leinster and Munster name teams for Champions Cup semi-finals
Leinster and Munster have named their teams for their Champions Cup semi-finals.
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Nathaniel Cope
20 Apr 2018, 4:37
Scarlets prop Evans on Pivac to Wales rumours, facing Tadhg Furlong and playing through a broken finger
The Scarlets are on the verge of a Champions Cup final and their success is turning heads at the WRU, with a replacement for Warre…
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Nathaniel Cope
19 Apr 2018, 3:11
Kiwis in Europe: No silverware for Clermont Kiwis
92 Kiwis took part in the weekend's northern hemisphere action.
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Campbell Burnes
15 Apr 2018, 15:21
Kiwis in Europe: Piutau still gold for Ulster
94 Kiwis took part in the weekend's European action.
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Campbell Burnes
08 Apr 2018, 14:56
All-Irish final to cap off year of the Irish – Andy Goode
Irish rugby is riding the crest of a wave at the moment after the Six Nations Grand Slam triumph and an all-Irish final would be a…
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Andy Goode
03 Apr 2018, 7:28
Habit and experience - Leinster's recipe for success
Leinster are very clearly in the groove of European winning whilst Sarries are only capable of the occasional performance -the dif…
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Neil Best
03 Apr 2018, 2:31
Dan Carter's 'last opportunity' to win European title
Former All Black flyhalf Dan Carter has spoken to The Guardian about his 'last opportunity' to win a European title following Rac…
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Online Editors
02 Apr 2018, 16:07
McCall: Saracens not guilty of targeting Sexton
Leo Cullen felt there were "three or four" occasions where Saracens hit Jonathan Sexton with late shots, but Mark McCall defended …
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Peter Thompson
01 Apr 2018, 17:01
Kiwis in Europe: Pivac and Parkes guiding Scarlets to glory
43 Kiwis took part in the weekend's northern hemisphere action.
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Campbell Burnes
01 Apr 2018, 16:21
The remarkable average attendance at Maro Itoje's last 7 games
Maro Itoje is a player who can boast some remarkable stats.
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Ian Cameron
01 Apr 2018, 13:03
Champions Cup XV of the Quarter-Finals
We have our Champions Cup semi-finals.
Racing 92 will entertain Munster in Bordeaux, whilst the Scarlets will travel to Dublin …
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Alex Shaw
01 Apr 2018, 11:42
Racing sink Clermont thanks to quick-fire Andreu, Palu tries
Clermont Auvergne suffered fresh European Champions Cup heartbreak, as Racing 92 powered through to the semi-finals.
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Peter Hanson
01 Apr 2018, 7:59
Cardiff and Gloucester reach Challenge Cup semis
The semi-final line-up in the European Challenge Cup is complete, after Gloucester and Cardiff Blues reached the last four on Satu…
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Christopher Devine
31 Mar 2018, 16:16
Could Ireland add both European Club trophies to a Grand Slam? - Neil Best
It’s a big weekend for European Club Rugby this weekend and I fully expect home advantage to be a key factor. Of the quarter-fin…
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Neil Best
29 Mar 2018, 2:07
Barritt describes gruesome facial surgery that will allow him to face Leinster
Brad Barritt will lead holders Saracens into their European Champions Cup quarter-final with Leinster with a titanium plate in hi…
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Chris Jones
28 Mar 2018, 8:42
Undercooked or overworked? Who's primed for Champions Cup success - Andy Goode
Will Saracens be overtired? Will Leinster be undercooked? The contrasting approaches of clubs in the all too short period between …
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Andy Goode
26 Mar 2018, 22:54
Johnny Sexton believes Ireland have a 'great system in place'
Amid all the talks of player fatigue among England's Six Nations fadeout, Ireland's flyhalf Johnny Sexton believes Ireland has a g…
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Online Editors
26 Mar 2018, 18:59
Leinster boss Cullen gives verdict on Itoje
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen is the latest person to weigh into the debate over the form of Maro Itoje, as his side prepare to f…
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Nathaniel Cope
21 Mar 2018, 14:08
European Champions Cup returns to free-to-air television in UK and Ireland
Fans in the United Kingdom and Ireland will have access to live Champions Cup rugby as Europe’s elite club tournament makes its …
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Online Editors
21 Mar 2018, 5:39
Kiwis in Europe - Woodward firing for Gloucester
72 Kiwis were a part of the weekend's action up north.
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Campbell Burnes
04 Mar 2018, 13:47
Toulon owner in trouble over controversial comments
Toulon owner Mourad Boudjellal has landed himself in hot water with the rugby authorities.
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Matthew Scott
19 Feb 2018, 10:39
Vito, Nacewa headline Kiwis in line for Europe's player of the year award
Former All Black Victor Vito and ex-Blues player Isa Nacewa have made a shortlist of 15 players nominated for European Player of t…
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Online Editors
24 Jan 2018, 14:28
The Premiership's Champions Cup annus horribilis - why?
The ink was barely dry on the quarter-final match-ups of the Champions Cup this past weekend before the public dissection of the P…
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Alex Shaw
24 Jan 2018, 2:36
Champions Cup XV of Round 6
The pool stage of the Champions Cup came to a thrilling conclusion this past weekend, as 14 teams bade to join Leinster in the kno…
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Alex Shaw
21 Jan 2018, 18:17
Saracens edge into last eight as Wasps and Ulster miss out
The Champions Cup quarter-final line-up is complete, with Saracens, Racing 92, Munster and La Rochelle all progressing.
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Nicholas McGee
21 Jan 2018, 13:14
Brive deny Worcester after stadium swap
A stadium swap did not deter Brive, who booked their place in the European Challenge Cup quarter-finals by beating Worcester Warri…
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Jack Davies
21 Jan 2018, 0:06
Saracens still not safe, Scarlets battle through
Saracens were big winners on Saturday but could yet be eliminated from the European Champions Cup on Sunday.
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Jack Davies
20 Jan 2018, 13:27
Saracens keep their European dream alive with rout
Saracens showed their attacking flair in full flow as they ran in seven tries in a bonus-point win over Northampton Saints on Alex…
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RugbyPass
20 Jan 2018, 11:45
Documentary - Lealliifano opens up on rugby, life and his battle with leukaemia
Australian international Christian Lealiifano's certainly has had plenty of challenges in his life.
In a powerful interview bef…
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Nathaniel Cope
20 Jan 2018, 7:38
Carbery in line for Leinster return
Ireland were given a Six Nations boost with the news that Joey Carbery has been named on the bench for Leinster’s Champions Cup …
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Nathaniel Cope
19 Jan 2018, 5:07
Bastareaud receives ban and its length is going to upset many
Toulon centre Mathieu Bastareaud, has been suspended for three weeks following an independent Disciplinary Hearing in London today…
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RugbyPass
17 Jan 2018, 7:35
What the Bastareaud incident tells us about rugby today
French centre Mathieu Bastareaud could be out of the Six Nations after being cited for audibly directing a homophobic slur towards…
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Dan Johansson
16 Jan 2018, 5:40
Bastareaud and Haskell to learn fate on Wednesday
France centre Mathieu Bastareaud could face a lengthy ban at a disciplining hearing after seemingly making a homophobic slur.
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Peter Thompson
15 Jan 2018, 11:47
Toulon stand by Bastareaud after alleged homophobic slur
Mathieu Bastareaud is the subject of an investigation from the EPCR, but Toulon claim any homophobic slur was out of character.
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Ben Spratt
15 Jan 2018, 3:23
Kiwis carving up North - Anscombe still good value for the Blues
Anscombe, now 26, underlined his value to Cardiff with a decisive try and a penalty goal to edge the Blues ahead of their French r…
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Campbell Burnes
14 Jan 2018, 18:12
Newcastle and Cardiff Blues book quarter-final spots
Enisei-STM were put to the sword by Newcastle Falcons, who were later joined in the European Challenge Cup quarter-finals by Cardi…
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Peter Thompson
14 Jan 2018, 16:37
Leinster seal home quarter-final, wins for Racing, Toulon and Castres
Leinster ran riot against Glasgow Warriors, becoming the first side to reach the quarter-finals of the European Champions Cup.
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Peter Thompson
14 Jan 2018, 16:36
Bastareaud cited for apparent homophobic slur
Mathieu Bastareaud claimed he was provoked by Sebastian Negri, but apologised after appearing to call him a "f***ing f****t".
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Peter Thompson
14 Jan 2018, 16:34
Champions Cup XV of Round 5
The penultimate round of the European Rugby Champions Cup brought contrasting fortunes for some of the tournament’s front-runner…
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Alex Shaw
14 Jan 2018, 14:07
Bastareaud takes to Twitter to address storm over 'homophobic slurs'
Toulon centre Matthieu Bastareaud has taken to social media to address allegations that he used homophobic slurs in his side's Eur…
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Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2018, 11:05
EPCR are officially investigating Bastareaud-Negri homophobic incident
An exchange of words between Mathieu Bastareaud and Sebastian Negri will be looked into by Champions Cup organisers.
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Peter Thompson
14 Jan 2018, 9:49
Ospreys draw keeps Saracens alive in Champions Cup
Ospreys snatched a draw late on against Saracens but the Premiership club could still qualify for the Champions Cup quarter-finals…
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Jack Davies
13 Jan 2018, 23:06
England's Billy Vunipola injured in Ospreys draw
Fresh from his return from knee surgery, Saracens' Billy Vunipola faces concerns over a wrist problem sustained against the Osprey…
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Jack Davies
13 Jan 2018, 23:03
Rasolea stuns Stade as Edinburgh clinch quarter-final spot
Stade Francais showed tremendous spirit in a gripping second-half at Murrayfield but were undone by Solomoni Rasolea's winner for …
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Tom Webber
12 Jan 2018, 17:29
McCall reveals behind the scenes talks that reignited Saracens season
Mark McCall believes clear the air talks were key to ending a seven game losing run and has put Saracens back on track to register…
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Chris Jones
11 Jan 2018, 6:19
Leicester Tigers fans criticised for 'appalling' abuse of referee Mathieu Raynal
A section of the Leicester Tigers support base has been slammed after referee Mathieu Raynal was subjected to verbal abuse as he e…
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Ian Cameron
18 Dec 2017, 2:47
Highlights - European Champions Cup
The European Champions Cup goes into the Christmas break after a bruising round of games across the continent this weekend.
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Fred Culazzo
17 Dec 2017, 22:16
Young hopeful over Daly injury
Elliot Daly went off with an ankle injury at the Ricoh Arena, but Dai Young offered an optimistic response when asked about his co…
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Peter Thompson
17 Dec 2017, 13:51
Spedding extends Sarries losing streak, Wasps halt La Rochelle
Saracens made a blistering start at Clermont, but the Top 14 champions fought back and snatched victory late on despite losing key…
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Peter Thompson
17 Dec 2017, 13:37
Kiwis carving up the north - Tigers missing Veainu
The Tigers may have missed fullback Telusa Veainu, after the former Canterbury wing, who has been great value for the Midlands clu…
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Campbell Burnes
17 Dec 2017, 12:54
Pool-topping Blues gain Sale revenge
Cardiff Blues failed to score against Sale Sharks last weekend, but ground out a victory in their own backyard on Sunday.
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Peter Thompson
17 Dec 2017, 10:55
Leinster rally to beat Chiefs, Bath gain revenge over Toulon
Leinster maintained their march towards the last eight of the Champions Cup by coming from behind to beat Premiership champions Ex…
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Peter Thompson
16 Dec 2017, 14:27
Kyle Sinckler reacts to 'abuse' from Twitter trolls after latest fiasco
After receiving a yellow card in Harlequins European Champions Cup match with Ulster in Ravenhill last night, Kyle Sinckler has re…
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Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2017, 3:58
From the ridiculous to the sublime - Clermont overcome 'absurd' episode to thump Saracens
Saracens suffered their biggest European defeat as they were beaten 46-14 in the Champions Cup on Monday.
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Jack Davies
11 Dec 2017, 12:30
Clermont claim they were duped by Saracens
Saracens host Clermont Auvergne in a rearranged Champions Cup match on Monday, but the Top 14 side are far from happy with the sit…
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Jack Davies
11 Dec 2017, 9:50
Saracens vs Clermont rescheduled fixture time announced
Following heavy snowfall over the weekend, Saracens were forced to postpone their third round fixture with ASM Clermont and that r…
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RugbyPass
11 Dec 2017, 1:44
Kiwis carving up the north - La Rochelle hot to trot
La Rochelle’s supporters have cause to dream after what was described as a “masterclass” in their 49-29 defeat of Wasps.
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Campbell Burnes
10 Dec 2017, 12:23
The RugbyPass 'Champions Cup XV' - Round 3
It was a weekend to forget for the English clubs in the Champions Cup, whilst it offered much-needed lifelines for the two Welsh r…
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Alex Shaw
10 Dec 2017, 11:40
Snow rugby - Saracens and Clermont match called off
Saracens have just confirmed that their round three European Rugby Champions Cup fixture versus ASM Clermont Auvergne has been pos…
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Ian Cameron
10 Dec 2017, 3:39
Ra's RugbyPass OE - Episode 1 - Glasgow v Montpellier
Kiwi ex-pat Ra Pomare travels to Glasgow where he finds familiar faces pulling the strings in a European Rugby Champions Cup clash…
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RugbyPass
09 Dec 2017, 17:46
Cardiff stunned by Sale, Edinburgh march on despite frozen pitch
Sale Sharks produced a surprise in the European Challenge Cup with victory over Cardiff Blues, while Edinburgh are eight clear in …
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Alex Fisher
09 Dec 2017, 15:46
Belleau spares Ashton's blushes, Munster move clear in Group 4
Toulon left it late to snatch victory over Bath in the European Champions Cup, while Munster took control of Group 4.
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Alex Fisher
09 Dec 2017, 15:44
Montpellier hold off Glasgow to edge Champions Cup thriller
Glasgow Warriors led 17-5 at one stage but Montpellier fought back brilliantly to seal a 29-22 European Champions Cup success at S…
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Harry West
08 Dec 2017, 22:13
Holders Stade Francais off the mark in Challenge Cup
European Challenge Cup holders Stade Francais got their first win of the 2017-18 campaign at the third time of asking.
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Harry West
08 Dec 2017, 14:14
Doug Howlett advised Irish club to sign Julian Savea
“I’ve tried to talk them into signing Julian Savea and getting him up here but at this stage, it’s not something we are look…
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Online Editors
29 Nov 2017, 13:40
Neville to make history as first female ref in men's European fixture
History beckons for Joy Neville in the European Challenge Cup fixture between Bordeaux-Begles and Enisei-STM.
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Peter Hanson
07 Nov 2017, 9:32
England prop Joe Marler receives ban
The Harlequins prop, Joe Marler, has been suspended for three weeks following an independent Disciplinary Hearing in London on Wed…
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RugbyPass
25 Oct 2017, 8:35
BREAKING: Simon Zebo is leaving Munster
Munster Rugby and the IRFU have confirmed that Simon Zebo will depart the province at the end of the current season.
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Online Editors
23 Oct 2017, 9:12
Kiwis carving up the north: Champions Cup round two
While the All Blacks may have gone down to the Wallabies over the weekend, New Zealanders still had a few reasons to smile after a…
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Online Editors
22 Oct 2017, 17:39
Armand double leads Exeter past Montpellier as La Rochelle win big
Montpellier gave up the lead at home as Don Armand crossed twice to secure an important Champions Cup victory for Exeter.
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Iain Strachan
22 Oct 2017, 12:53
Champions Cup XV of Round 2
From Exeter’s historic 27-24 victory over Montpellier in the south of France to Munster’s tight, ferocious and emotionally-cha…
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Alex Shaw
22 Oct 2017, 12:26
Newcastle overcome Bordeaux as Edinburgh make history in Moscow
Bordeaux-Begles gave up a commanding lead to lose at home to Newcastle Falcons in the Challenge Cup on Saturday.
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Rob Lancaster
21 Oct 2017, 17:36
Saracens beat Ospreys in thriller, Clermont win marred by Lopez injury
A rousing fightback from Saracens saw the defending Champions Cup winners survive a scare to beat Ospreys in Pool 2.
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Alex Fisher
21 Oct 2017, 15:47
Ref Ben Whitehouse has been trending on Twitter...and it's not good
We all have the occasional bad day at work.
However, for most of us, that doesn't happen in front of 20,000 people live and a…
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Ian Cameron
21 Oct 2017, 9:33
Late Lyon comeback sinks Sale
After their opening-weekend draw, Sale Sharks came out on the wrong side of another Challenge Cup thriller on Friday as Lyon preva…
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Harry West
20 Oct 2017, 18:11
Bath look at home in the wet in battling win over Scarlets
Bath got the better of the Scarlets in a sodden Llanelli as Rhys Priestland kicked them to a Champions Cup win over his old side.
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Harry West
20 Oct 2017, 18:03
Gloucester back on track with Agen hammering
Last season's European Challenge Cup finalists Gloucester responded to their opening defeat to Pau by hammering Agen.
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Matthew Scott
19 Oct 2017, 15:30
Jackson and Olding will stand trial for rape
Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding will stand trial for rape it was ruled by the court today.
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Online Editors
17 Oct 2017, 11:48
Francois Louw cited for alleged eye-gouge
Francois Louw has now been cited having allegedly made contact with the eyes of Marco Fuser, during Baths win over Treviso on Satu…
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Online Editors
17 Oct 2017, 5:40
Warriors must front up against familiar foes Leinster
After winning all of their first six league matches in the Guinness Pro14, Glasgow Warriors were dealt a huge dollop of perspectiv…
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Steph Brawn
17 Oct 2017, 0:42
Watch: Francois Louw set to be facing a lengthy ban
While Bath struggled in spells during their match against Benetton on Saturday, they did come away with a comfortable win.
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Online Editors
16 Oct 2017, 4:31
Kiwis carving up the north - European Champions Cup Round One
The European Champions Cup kicked off over the weekend, with a number of New Zealanders part of the action.
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Jamie Wall
15 Oct 2017, 19:15
Champions Cup XV of Round 1
The Champions Cup kicked off this weekend and reminded us all just what we have been missing over the last five months.
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Alex Shaw
15 Oct 2017, 13:20
Eight-try Sarries torment sorry Saints, Toulon deny Halfpenny winning return
Saracens made a huge statement at Franklin's Gardens, scoring eight tries in a second thrashing of Northampton this season.
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Peter Thompson
15 Oct 2017, 13:20
Showdown: Hartley vs George for England spot
Northampton Saints' European Champions Cup clash with Saracens will see England hookers Dylan Hartley and Jamie George battle for …
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Harry West
14 Oct 2017, 15:51
Leinster make light of injuries to hold off Montpellier
Beaten semi-finalists last season, Leinster began the 2017-18 European Champions Cup with a bonus-point win over Montpellier.
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Harry West
14 Oct 2017, 14:08
European Challenge Cup: Stade Français shocked in Siberia
European Challenge Cup holders Stade Français went down to a shock defeat against debutants Krasny Yar in Siberia on Saturday.
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Harry West
14 Oct 2017, 13:58
Mixed bag of results in Challenge Cup
There could be no separating Sale Sharks and Toulouse on Friday as the two sides opened their Challenge Cup campaigns with a 20-20…
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Harry West
13 Oct 2017, 15:24
Ulster draw first blood after news of Coetzee blow
The opening European Champions Cup game of 2017-18 was hardly a classic but Ulster will care little.
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Harry West
13 Oct 2017, 14:49
Watch: RugbyPass Pre Game - Northampton Saints
Sunday can't come soon enough, need a quick fix in the build-up to Northampton Saints vs. Saracens?
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Online Editors
13 Oct 2017, 4:26
Slade stars in European Challenge Cup opener
Gloucester made wholesale changes from their league win over Northampton Saints last time out and were duly punished by the Fren…
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Jamie Smith
12 Oct 2017, 15:05
Every game in the 2017/18 Champions Cup predicted - this team wins
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Alex Shaw
11 Oct 2017, 7:04
These are the 64 'Youngs Guns' you need to watch out for in this year's Champions and Challenge Cups
The registered Champions Cup and Challenge Cup squads for the Premiership, PRO14 and Top 14 sides have been released and excitemen…
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Alex Shaw
08 Oct 2017, 7:10
Good week, bad week: Chris and Dan set to break try records
A rare appearance for Chris Ashton in the 'good' column this week, but no such luck for Willie Le Roux. Oh, Willie...
GOOD WEEK…
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James Harrington
05 Apr 2017, 5:21
The second coming of Stuart Lancaster
Leinster marched on to the European Challenge Cup semifinals with a comfortable victory over Wasps at the weekend. It was another …
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Lee Calvert
04 Apr 2017, 19:15
Where did it all go wrong for Ospreys? And all the other European rugby talking points
Ups and downs for potential Lions, new questions over Mike Ford's brief future at Toulon, Saracens next in line to try and tame th…
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James Harrington
03 Apr 2017, 11:00
Le Roux error proves costly as Leinster march into last four
Willie Le Roux's error proved costly as Leinster ran in four tries to seal a European Champions Cup semi-final place at Wasps' exp…
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Alex Fisher
01 Apr 2017, 9:34
Murray to start for Munster in Toulouse clash
Despite not being able to train fully this week, Conor Murray has been given the nod to start against Top 14 side Toulouse.
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Peter Thompson
31 Mar 2017, 9:05
Good week, bad week: Jonathan Joseph in A Tweet Too Far
England player chose the wrong moment to tell the Twittersphere all about his footwear – but another international picked the ri…
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James Harrington
28 Mar 2017, 7:31
Weekend Round-Up: High Tension as Quarter-Final Line-Up Decided
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RugbyPass
22 Jan 2017, 11:42
The Pick of the Final Round of European Champions Cup Pool Matches
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RugbyPass
18 Jan 2017, 11:51
Time to End Italian Clubs' Champions Cup Misery
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James Harrington
17 Jan 2017, 12:38
Weekend Round-Up: Heartbreak, Joy and Late, Late Drama
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RugbyPass
15 Jan 2017, 11:39
Four of the Weekend's Must-See European Champions Cup Clashes
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RugbyPass
11 Jan 2017, 1:46
The State of the Pools as the European Champions Cup Returns
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James Harrington
09 Jan 2017, 5:42
Weekend Round-Up: Cards, Fightbacks, and Brief Returns
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RugbyPass
08 Jan 2017, 11:26
This Week's Biggest Matches on Rugby Pass
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RugbyPass
04 Jan 2017, 14:45
Nine Northern Hemisphere Players to Watch Out For in 2017
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James Harrington
03 Jan 2017, 7:31
Weekend Round-Up: Can Leigh Kick It?
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RugbyPass
18 Dec 2016, 13:22
Dylan Hartley's Ban Highlights Hidden Problem for Warren Gatland
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James Harrington
14 Dec 2016, 9:21
This Week's Biggest Matches on Rugby Pass
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RugbyPass
13 Dec 2016, 19:18
Weekend Round-Up: Belfast Try Bonanza
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RugbyPass
11 Dec 2016, 13:20
This Week's Biggest Matches on Rugby Pass
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RugbyPass
07 Dec 2016, 1:21
Clermont Are White Hot as the Champions Cup Returns
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James Harrington
06 Dec 2016, 12:34
Maybe Zebre Shouldn't Be Playing In The Champions Cup
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Lee Calvert
25 Oct 2016, 14:15
Champions Cup: Is It Too Early To Start Dreaming Of An All-Ireland Final?
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James Harrington
24 Oct 2016, 16:34
Weekend Round-Up: Who'll Rule Pool 1?
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Calum Henderson
23 Oct 2016, 15:31
Peter Bills: Why Are Saracens So Good? Because Their Players KISS
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Peter Bills
18 Oct 2016, 19:30
This Week’s Biggest Matches On Rugby Pass
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Calum Henderson
18 Oct 2016, 17:21
Remembering Anthony Foley
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James Harrington
17 Oct 2016, 14:39
Rugby Pass Podcast: A Dip In The Champions Cup Pools
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RugbyPass
12 Oct 2016, 15:37
A Pool-by-Pool Guide To The 2016/17 European Champions Cup
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James Harrington
11 Oct 2016, 15:09
A Tale of Two Rugbies: An Englishman's Sad Northern Hemisphere Admission
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Lee Calvert
26 Apr 2016, 15:26
Rugby Pass Podcast: A Surprising Prediction
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Scotty Stevenson
20 Apr 2016, 19:25
Jimmy Gopperth Proves Wasps Are Strong as Ever
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Martyn Thomas
11 Apr 2016, 17:18
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