Wasps set to welcome back 4 key men ahead of test with Leinster
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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…
Martyn Thomas
07 Oct 2018, 9:28
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…
Alex Shaw
02 Oct 2018, 14:56
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 …
RugbyPass
01 Oct 2018, 13:32
Marseille wins bid for 2020 Champions Cup
EPCR have announced that the city that will host the 2020 Champions Cup.
Online Editors
01 Oct 2018, 4:41
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.
Nathaniel Cope
26 Sep 2018, 11:43
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.
Online Editors
24 Sep 2018, 5:18
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…
Liam Heagney
23 Sep 2018, 6:31
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…
Online Editors
17 Jul 2018, 8:23
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…
Nathaniel Cope
20 Jun 2018, 9:30
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
Online Editors
20 Jun 2018, 7:46
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…
Neil Best
17 May 2018, 3:33
Kiwis in Europe: European glory for former Blues
Isa Nacewa and Gareth Anscombe are the toast of Leinster and Cardiff Blues respectively.
Campbell Burnes
13 May 2018, 17:09
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 …
Nathaniel Cope
13 May 2018, 4:05
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.
Online Editors
12 May 2018, 17:36
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.
Russell Greaves
12 May 2018, 15:12
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…
Russell Greaves
12 May 2018, 13:15
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.
Tom Webber
11 May 2018, 15:15
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…
Nathaniel Cope
11 May 2018, 14:00
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…
Nathaniel Cope
11 May 2018, 9:38
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…
Peter Hanson
11 May 2018, 3:22
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 …
Online Editors
08 May 2018, 7:16
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.
Campbell Burnes
06 May 2018, 17:12
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…
Iain Strachan
02 May 2018, 17:38
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…
Campbell Burnes
29 Apr 2018, 17:50
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…
Tom Webber
27 Apr 2018, 17:36
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.
Online Editors
25 Apr 2018, 17:50
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…
Peter Thompson
25 Apr 2018, 2:31
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…
Andy Goode
23 Apr 2018, 21:15
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. …
Neil Best
23 Apr 2018, 2:29
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…
Peter Thompson
22 Apr 2018, 22:30
Kiwis in Europe: Dan Carter still chasing silverware
25 Kiwis took part in the northern hemisphere action last weekend.
Campbell Burnes
22 Apr 2018, 16:40
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 …
Alex Shaw
22 Apr 2018, 11:35
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…
Online Editors
22 Apr 2018, 6:06
'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 …
Ian Cameron
21 Apr 2018, 12:32
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…
Ian Cameron
21 Apr 2018, 11:21
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…
Nathaniel Cope
21 Apr 2018, 3:09
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.
Nathaniel Cope
20 Apr 2018, 11:36
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.
Nathaniel Cope
20 Apr 2018, 6:37
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…
Nathaniel Cope
19 Apr 2018, 5:11
Kiwis in Europe: No silverware for Clermont Kiwis
92 Kiwis took part in the weekend's northern hemisphere action.
Campbell Burnes
15 Apr 2018, 17:21
Kiwis in Europe: Piutau still gold for Ulster
94 Kiwis took part in the weekend's European action.
Campbell Burnes
08 Apr 2018, 16:56
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…
Andy Goode
03 Apr 2018, 9:28
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…
Neil Best
03 Apr 2018, 4:31
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…
Online Editors
02 Apr 2018, 18:07
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 …
Peter Thompson
01 Apr 2018, 19:01
Kiwis in Europe: Pivac and Parkes guiding Scarlets to glory
43 Kiwis took part in the weekend's northern hemisphere action.
Campbell Burnes
01 Apr 2018, 18:21
The remarkable average attendance at Maro Itoje's last 7 games
Maro Itoje is a player who can boast some remarkable stats.
Ian Cameron
01 Apr 2018, 15:03
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 …
Alex Shaw
01 Apr 2018, 13:42
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.
Peter Hanson
01 Apr 2018, 9:59
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…
Christopher Devine
31 Mar 2018, 18:16
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…
Neil Best
29 Mar 2018, 4:07
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…
Chris Jones
28 Mar 2018, 10:42
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 …
Andy Goode
27 Mar 2018, 0:54
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…
Online Editors
26 Mar 2018, 20:59
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…
Nathaniel Cope
21 Mar 2018, 16:08
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 …
Online Editors
21 Mar 2018, 7:39
Kiwis in Europe - Woodward firing for Gloucester
72 Kiwis were a part of the weekend's action up north.
Campbell Burnes
04 Mar 2018, 15:47
Toulon owner in trouble over controversial comments
Toulon owner Mourad Boudjellal has landed himself in hot water with the rugby authorities.
Matthew Scott
19 Feb 2018, 12:39
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…
Online Editors
24 Jan 2018, 16:28
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…
Alex Shaw
24 Jan 2018, 4:36
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…
Alex Shaw
21 Jan 2018, 20:17
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.
Nicholas McGee
21 Jan 2018, 15:14
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…
Jack Davies
21 Jan 2018, 2:06
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.
Jack Davies
20 Jan 2018, 15:27
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…
RugbyPass
20 Jan 2018, 13:45
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…
Nathaniel Cope
20 Jan 2018, 9:38
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 …
Nathaniel Cope
19 Jan 2018, 7:07
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…
RugbyPass
17 Jan 2018, 9:35
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…
Dan Johansson
16 Jan 2018, 7:40
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.
Peter Thompson
15 Jan 2018, 13:47
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.
Ben Spratt
15 Jan 2018, 5:23
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…
Campbell Burnes
14 Jan 2018, 20:12
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…
Peter Thompson
14 Jan 2018, 18:37
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.
Peter Thompson
14 Jan 2018, 18:36
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".
Peter Thompson
14 Jan 2018, 18:34
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…
Alex Shaw
14 Jan 2018, 16:07
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…
Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2018, 13:05
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.
Peter Thompson
14 Jan 2018, 11:49
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…
Jack Davies
14 Jan 2018, 1:06
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…
Jack Davies
14 Jan 2018, 1:03
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 …
Tom Webber
12 Jan 2018, 19:29
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…
Chris Jones
11 Jan 2018, 8:19
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…
Ian Cameron
18 Dec 2017, 4:47
Highlights - European Champions Cup
The European Champions Cup goes into the Christmas break after a bruising round of games across the continent this weekend.
Fred Culazzo
18 Dec 2017, 0:16
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…
Peter Thompson
17 Dec 2017, 15:51
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…
Peter Thompson
17 Dec 2017, 15:37
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…
Campbell Burnes
17 Dec 2017, 14:54
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.
Peter Thompson
17 Dec 2017, 12:55
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…
Peter Thompson
16 Dec 2017, 16:27
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…
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2017, 5:58
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.
Jack Davies
11 Dec 2017, 14:30
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…
Jack Davies
11 Dec 2017, 11:50
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…
RugbyPass
11 Dec 2017, 3:44
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.
Campbell Burnes
10 Dec 2017, 14:23
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…
Alex Shaw
10 Dec 2017, 13:40
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…
Ian Cameron
10 Dec 2017, 5:39
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…
RugbyPass
09 Dec 2017, 19:46
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 …
Alex Fisher
09 Dec 2017, 17:46
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.
Alex Fisher
09 Dec 2017, 17:44
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…
Harry West
09 Dec 2017, 0:13
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.
Harry West
08 Dec 2017, 16:14
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…
Online Editors
29 Nov 2017, 15:40
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.
Peter Hanson
07 Nov 2017, 11:32
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…
RugbyPass
25 Oct 2017, 10:35
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.
Online Editors
23 Oct 2017, 11:12
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…
Online Editors
22 Oct 2017, 19:39
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.
Iain Strachan
22 Oct 2017, 14:53
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…
Alex Shaw
22 Oct 2017, 14:26
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.
Rob Lancaster
21 Oct 2017, 19:36
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.
Alex Fisher
21 Oct 2017, 17:47
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…
Ian Cameron
21 Oct 2017, 11:33
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…
Harry West
20 Oct 2017, 20:11
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.
Harry West
20 Oct 2017, 20:03
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.
Matthew Scott
19 Oct 2017, 17:30
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.
Online Editors
17 Oct 2017, 13:48
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…
Online Editors
17 Oct 2017, 7:40
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…
Steph Brawn
17 Oct 2017, 2:42
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.
Online Editors
16 Oct 2017, 6:31
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.
Jamie Wall
15 Oct 2017, 21:15
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.
Alex Shaw
15 Oct 2017, 15:20
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.
Peter Thompson
15 Oct 2017, 15:20
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 …
Harry West
14 Oct 2017, 17:51
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.
Harry West
14 Oct 2017, 16:08
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.
Harry West
14 Oct 2017, 15:58
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…
Harry West
13 Oct 2017, 17:24
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.
Harry West
13 Oct 2017, 16:49
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?
Online Editors
13 Oct 2017, 6:26
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…
Jamie Smith
12 Oct 2017, 17:05
Every game in the 2017/18 Champions Cup predicted - this team wins
Alex Shaw
11 Oct 2017, 9:04
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…
Alex Shaw
08 Oct 2017, 9:10
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…
James Harrington
05 Apr 2017, 7:21
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 …
Lee Calvert
04 Apr 2017, 21:15
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…
James Harrington
03 Apr 2017, 13:00
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…
Alex Fisher
01 Apr 2017, 11:34
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.
Peter Thompson
31 Mar 2017, 11:05
Good week, bad week: Jonathan Joseph in A Tweet Too Far
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