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Gloucester could cash in on All Blacks coaching break-up

Gloucester have been linked with a move for the former All Blacks assistant coach Jason Holland as they look to reshuffle their co…

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Neil Fissler

18 Feb 2026, 7:46

Fissler Confidential: Big Cowan-Dickie decision, Glasgow chase Bulls star

England and Lions hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie is set to see out the remaining year of his Sale Sharks contract despite being linked w…

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Neil Fissler

13 Feb 2026, 7:52

'Hopefully, he has played his way into the England jersey'

Bath boss Johann van Graan hailed the impact of a star-studded replacements’ bench after his team fought back to beat Gloucester…

24 Jan 2026, 2:12

Fissler Confidential: Bath's Barbeary battle, Vunipola eyes PREM return

Alfie Barbeary, who is out of contract with treble winners Bath at the end of the season, is at the centre of a tug-of-war between…

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Neil Fissler

24 Jan 2026, 1:37

Finn Russell shushes Gloucester crowd with Bath's match-sealing penalty

Bath returned to the Gallagher Prem summit after Finn Russell’s late penalties edged out Gloucester 30-26 in a gripping west cou…

23 Jan 2026, 14:10

PREM Rugby extends free-to-air broadcast partnership

PREM Rugby have extended their free-to-air broadcast partnership with ITV for another two years.

Josh Raisey

22 Jan 2026, 2:00

Comparative form table shows Gallagher PREM winners and losers

With Round 10 nearly upon us, we take a look at where the 10 teams stand compared to the same fixtures last year at the halfway po…

Analysis

Jon Newcombe

21 Jan 2026, 10:00

SFM joins two uncapped England hopefuls on Investec Player of the Year shortlist

Stormers and South Africa fly-half Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has been nominated for the 2026 Investec Player of the Year award.

Josh Raisey

21 Jan 2026, 1:53

Newcastle confirm signing of towering loose forward Cam Jordan

The 6'6, 19-stone loose forward will arrive on Tyneside in time for the start of next season, after penning a two-year deal with t…

Jon Newcombe

21 Jan 2026, 1:48

Gloucester turn to Ireland again to bolster second-row for next season

Gloucester have signed Connacht second-row Joe Joyce ahead of next season as they continue their recruitment drive.

Josh Raisey

20 Jan 2026, 6:54

Our Investec Champions Cup team of the week - round four

The Investec Champions Cup round of 16 ties have been confirmed after a final round of pool stage action that produced drama right…

Opinion

Josh Raisey

19 Jan 2026, 4:05

Leinster tipped to break France's Investec Champions Cup monopoly

The Irish province are slight favourites with the bookmakers to lift the trophy for a fifth time, ahead of Bordeaux-Begles, who ar…

Jon Newcombe

19 Jan 2026, 1:35

Skivington's brutal admission as RCT throw Gloucester out of Champions Cup

Gloucester boss George Skivington admitted his team were “out-powered and out-punched” in some areas after suffering Investec …

18 Jan 2026, 2:44

'What’s not to like? I don’t get the critics': Lawrence Dallaglio

Former England captain and two-time Heineken Cup winner, Lawrence Dallaglio, has sprung to the defence of the Investec Champions C…

Jon Newcombe

16 Jan 2026, 5:50

Springbok World Cup winner Jean Kleyn agrees huge PREM move

South Africa second-row Jean Kleyn has signed for Gallagher PREM outfit Gloucester ahead of next season.

Josh Raisey

13 Jan 2026, 6:59

Seven former Investec Champions Cup winners still to qualify for knockouts

With one round of the pool phase left to play, Toulouse are in danger of missing out on the knockout stages of the Investec Champi…

Jon Newcombe

12 Jan 2026, 9:10

Our Investec Champions Cup team of the week - round three

Round three of the Investec Champions Cup had its usual share of blowouts with weakened teams being fielded, but it also produced …

Opinion

Josh Raisey

12 Jan 2026, 3:45

Injury struck Gloucester sign Manaaki Boyle-Tiatia

Injury hit Gloucester Rugby have confirmed the signing of hooker New Zealand based Manaaki Boyle-Tiatia on a three-month contract.…

Ian Cameron

10 Jan 2026, 4:55

Champions Cup: Edinburgh squeek past Gloucester late as Bath pump Castres

Edinburgh staged a second-half comeback to pick up a hard-fought 26-24 win over Gloucester in the Champions Cup and consigned the …

09 Jan 2026, 14:33

Bok added but Lions star and Ireland winger among those removed from squads

A number of high-profile internationals have been removed from European squads ahead of this weekend’s Investec Champions Cup an…

Ian Cameron

08 Jan 2026, 7:35

'I have chatted to him': Duhan van der Merwe form addressed as star returns

Scotland wing Duhan van der Merwe will make his return for Edinburgh in Friday’s Champions Cup pool clash with Gloucester intent…

Bryn Palmer

08 Jan 2026, 4:15

PREM Rugby kicks off 2026 with bumper TV viewing figures

Round 9 sees highest cumulative TNT Sports audience of the season and the second-highest ever.

Jon Newcombe

07 Jan 2026, 6:08

REVEALED: Newcastle Red Bulls' next transfer targets

A host of well-known players at rival PREM clubs, including Exeter, Sale Sharks and Northampton, are on their wish-list.

Neil Fissler

07 Jan 2026, 5:24

Club centurion Jack Clement commits to Gloucester despite struggles

Homegrown back-row forward Jack Clement has committed his immediate future to Gloucester by signing a new deal.

Jon Newcombe

06 Jan 2026, 9:18

Gallagher PREM clubs to get pre-Six Nations boost

Gallagher PREM clubs will have all their England stars available to them in the one-off round of matches immediately before the st…

Jon Newcombe

05 Jan 2026, 1:18

'Untenable': Calls for PREM club sackings after latest 'inevitable' defeat

Pressure on Gloucester head coach George Skivington intensified on Friday night as supporters vented their anger online following …

Ian Cameron

03 Jan 2026, 3:38

The Newcastle Red Bulls reaction to first PREM win of season

Newcastle head coach Alan Dickens praised a “fantastic” performance as his side clinched their first Gallagher Prem win of the…

03 Jan 2026, 1:13

Newcastle cling on as Gloucester fightback narrowly falls short

The Cherry and Whites threatened a late comeback with tries from Mikey Austin and Ciaran Knight but Newcastle held on to clinch th…

02 Jan 2026, 14:46

Newcastle praise ex-Lions star as triple threat selection gear up for fellow strugglers

Head coach Alan Dickens has paid tribute to the increasing influence of former Wales star Stephen Jones, who runs a Newcastle Red …

Chris Jones

30 Dec 2025, 4:41

Skivington admits 'I haven't got an answer' to worrying Gloucester problem

Mark McCall has hailed Wales international Tomos Williams as a “great, great player” ahead of his arrival at Saracens from Glo…

27 Dec 2025, 10:37

Tomos Williams' best efforts to defeat future club are foiled

Saracens ended a run of three-successive Gallagher PREM defeats by beating Gloucester 30-21 in bonus-point fashion at Kingsholm.

27 Dec 2025, 9:46

Fissler Confidential: Northampton face Anthony Belleau battle; Sharks eye Irish 9

Saints are still keen on keeping the Frenchman and could also be in the market for a new hooker.

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Neil Fissler

23 Dec 2025, 1:30

What hit George Skivington like a 'slap round the face' in Tigers loss

Leicester Tigers head coach Geoff Parling was pleased with how his players kept up the pressure against Gloucester despite the gam…

20 Dec 2025, 1:55

England star scores on return as Tigers pile points on Gloucester

England lock Ollie Chessum scored on his return from injury to cap a comfortable 45-14 win for Leicester against Gloucester in the…

19 Dec 2025, 14:00

Fissler Confidential: Bears' fight to keep LRZ, England star on the move

Bristol Bears may have opened contract talks over an extension, but they are facing some serious competition from the Top 14 if th…

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Neil Fissler

19 Dec 2025, 7:33

'Obviously, everyone's going to be upset with losing Tommy': George Skivington

Tomos Williams will retain the Gloucester captaincy despite his decision to leave the club at the end of the season.

Neil Squires

16 Dec 2025, 8:30

Former player Dan Robson returns to Gloucester to replace Tomos Williams

The 33-year-old scrum-half will be back playing in the Gallagher PREM again next season.

Jon Newcombe

16 Dec 2025, 4:50

Gloucester come crashing back down to earth with Tomos Williams exit

Just a day after announcing the signing of Wales captains Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake, Gloucester have announced that their compatrio…

Josh Raisey

16 Dec 2025, 3:11

Dewi Lake joins Jac Morgan in making PREM Rugby switch

Gloucester have unveiled their second high-profile Welsh signing of the day, with hooker Dewi Lake joining teammate Jac Morgan in…

Jon Newcombe

15 Dec 2025, 4:58

Our Investec Champions Cup team of the week - round two

Round two of the Investec Champions Cup is in the books, and just six unbeaten sides remain – Bordeaux-Begles, Leinster, Glasgow…

Opinion

Josh Raisey

15 Dec 2025, 3:53

Gloucester confirm signing of 'world-class' Wales captain Jac Morgan

Gloucester have announced the signing of Wales captain and British & Irish Lion, Jac Morgan, ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Jon Newcombe

15 Dec 2025, 3:15

Munster sweep aside Gloucester to bounce back in Champions Cup

Craig Casey starred as Munster swept aside an inexperienced Gloucester side 31-3 after bursting into life in the second half of th…

13 Dec 2025, 12:11

Jack Crowley returns for Munster alongside ex-Leinster star who makes first start

Jack Crowley is back in the Munster team as the province look to reset their Investec Champions Cup campaign against Gloucester at…

Ian Cameron

12 Dec 2025, 4:33

All 23 players registered and deregistered ahead of this weekend's European fixtures

European squads have been tweaked and trimmed ahead of Round 2 of the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup, with 23 playe…

Ian Cameron

12 Dec 2025, 4:07

Ross Byrne: 'I've played Munster many times away. I have a very good record there'

Munster away in the Champions Cup can be daunting but Ross Byrne will lean into his Leinster experience to rally Gloucester.

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Neil Squires

10 Dec 2025, 6:57

Our Investec Champions Cup team of the week

The first round of the Investec Champions Cup is complete and it was a weekend that had a mix of shocks and some equally unsurpris…

Opinion

Josh Raisey

08 Dec 2025, 4:04

Forgotten England star shines as Gloucester see off Castres

Gloucester put in a late kick to ease to a 34-14 victory our Castres in their Investec Champions Cup opener at Kingsholm.

07 Dec 2025, 11:33

'Is this just another nail in the coffin of PREM clubs?': Budget bombshell

A change to taxation rules on image rights payments will make it even harder for English clubs to compete with their French counte…

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Neil Fissler

02 Dec 2025, 10:07

'A guy you want to build things around' - Gloucester hail returning England star

George Skivington hailed England centre Seb Atkinson’s impact on his return from injury in a 26-15 Gallagher Prem victory over H…

29 Nov 2025, 10:41

Gloucester pick up first PREM win thanks to Quins moment of madness

Gloucester recorded their first Gallagher Prem win of the season at the sixth attempt after beating Harlequins 26-15 at Kingsholm.

29 Nov 2025, 9:53

Springboks lock Jean Kleyn set to leave Munster

Springbok lock Jean Kleyn, who is out of contract at the end of the season, is at the centre of a tug of war between Top 14 giants…

Neil Fissler

13 Nov 2025, 1:31

Crisis hit Gloucester set for major overhaul in bid to save season

Gloucester are looking to recruit a new Director of Rugby and have already begun interviewing candidates as they look to save thei…

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Neil Fissler

13 Nov 2025, 0:53

Gloucester to benefit from World Cup-winning coach's expertise

England Women's World Cup-winning head coach John Mitchell will be part of the Gloucester coaching group in November, the West Cou…

Jon Newcombe

10 Nov 2025, 7:21

Fissler Confidential: Ex-England star shutdowns talk of PREM return

Lewis Ludlam has shut down talk of a return to the Gallagher PREM to play in the 2027 World Cup and has pledged his future to Toul…

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Neil Fissler

09 Nov 2025, 5:35

'He’s definitely bigger, a lot of weight, but still has his speed'

The 24-year-old is on track to recover from a toe injury in time for the clash with Argentina.

30 Oct 2025, 2:38

'There’s no getting away from it, it’s not where we thought we’d be'

Exeter attack coach Dave Walder praised the performance of centre Henry Slade as he made a strong claim for a return to the Englan…

26 Oct 2025, 1:27

England pair turn it on as Exeter Chiefs thump Gloucester

Henry Slade staked a strong claim for inclusion in England’s team to face Australia next weekend with a superb all-round display…

25 Oct 2025, 9:12

Skivington: Gloucester ‘in dire straits for numbers’ as crisis worsens

.Gloucester boss George Skivington was left counting the cost of a fourth successive Gallagher Prem defeat and more worrying injur…

17 Oct 2025, 15:17

England wing adds to Gloucester's injury woes in defeat to Bristol

Gloucester slipped to a fourth successive Gallagher PREM defeat of the season as west country rivals Bristol toppled them 49-34 at…

17 Oct 2025, 14:19

Steve Borthwick's England plans take a hit, but not as severely as feared

England wing Tommy Freeman has been passed fit to start for Northampton Saints on Friday against Newcastle Red Bulls at Kingston P…

Josh Raisey

16 Oct 2025, 5:52

Ex-Junior Bok Dian Bleuler rescues injury-stricken PREM outfit

Gloucester have signed former South Africa U20 loosehead Dian Bleuler from United Rugby Championship outfit the Sharks.

Josh Raisey

15 Oct 2025, 6:13

Gallagher PREM TV figures rocket after record-breaking derby weekend

TNT Sports' viewing figures for the Gallagher PREM have shown a 29% year-on-year increase compared to the same stage of last seaso…

Jon Newcombe

15 Oct 2025, 2:57

Bidding war: Wales star could become Gloucester's highest paid player

Gloucester are battling to keep hold of Wales scrum-half Tomos Williams, who is now in the final year of his contract at Kingsholm…

Neil Fissler

13 Oct 2025, 3:26

Finn Russell hailed but Bath rookie catches Johann Van Graan's eye

The British and Irish Lions fly-half, who kicked 13 points, spent 10 minutes in the sin-bin early in the second half but came back…

11 Oct 2025, 15:55

Finn Russell stars despite major gaff on Bath return

Finn Russell led Bath to a bonus-point 38-17 victory over Gloucester on his return to the team despite picking up a yellow card th…

11 Oct 2025, 12:05

Gloucester 'sadly' confirm Jack Singleton stood down after cardiac incident

Gloucester and England hooker Jack Singleton has been ruled out for an extended period after suffering a cardiac event in Septembe…

Ian Cameron

11 Oct 2025, 4:40

The latest twist in the rapidly heating up Tom Willis transfer scrap

Tom Willis is becoming one of the most highly sought-after players who are out of contract at the end of the season and looks set …

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Neil Fissler

11 Oct 2025, 2:13

Fissler Confidential: Another club enter England back-row tug-of-war

Gloucester are believed to be the latest Premiership club to take a look at England star Chandler Cunningham-South, who is in the …

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Neil Fissler

10 Oct 2025, 9:03

Star All Blacks signing to make long-awaited Gloucester debut

Gloucester’s marquee All Blacks recruit Nepo Laulala will finally make his first appearance in Cherry and White when the club fa…

Ian Cameron

10 Oct 2025, 5:49

'The Shed poured cider on us': Tom Dunn on the Gloucester-Bath rivalry

In the eyes of Gloucester fans, Tom Dunn is probably the closest Bathonian to one of them - an honest grafter who has a full-on We…

Jon Newcombe

10 Oct 2025, 0:10

Gloucester add breakdown specialist to coaching team

The London Irish connection at Kingsholm has been strengthened further by the arrival of Jack Pattinson.

Jon Newcombe

08 Oct 2025, 10:36

Five iconic rugby derby encounters in the modern era

Rugby is a ferocious sport at the best of times, so adding the extra motivation of playing local rivals is usually a recipe for dr…

Opinion

Josh Raisey

08 Oct 2025, 8:49

PREM comparative form table reveals surprise frontrunner

Comparing last season's corresponding fixtures to the ones played this term, four teams are in profit in terms of points gained.

Jon Newcombe

06 Oct 2025, 8:08

Northampton spoil Gloucester party despite nearly squandering lead again

Northampton survived a remarkable second half Gloucester fightback to win an epic Gallagher Prem clash 37-35 at Kingsholm.

05 Oct 2025, 9:52

‘PREM has a fabulous chance to tap into upbeat mood music from Red Roses’ triumph’

England's women won hearts and minds from day one and the men need to be similarly expressive on and off the field.

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Mick Cleary

01 Oct 2025, 9:31

How I'd tweak the PREM's new 20-minute red card – Andy Goode

The two 20-minute red cards on the opening weekend of the new PREM season show rugby still isn’t getting the balance right.

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Andy Goode

30 Sep 2025, 4:18

Fissler Confidential: Huge flex for one PREM club as rumours hit another

Northampton Saints are set to announce that England stars Fin Smith and George Furbank, who are in the final year of their contrac…

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Neil Fissler

26 Sep 2025, 5:54

'Magnificent' England player 'doesn’t get the credit because he’s so good'

Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson paid tribute to his side after they beat Gloucester 27-10 to claim a bonus-point win on the …

26 Sep 2025, 2:29

Gallagher PREM off to a controversial start as Sale bag win

Tom Roebuck's opening score towards the end of the first quarter was hotly debated.

25 Sep 2025, 14:24

12 England internationals on show as Sale and Gloucester get PREM underway

Sale Sharks and Gloucester will both have six England internationals apiece for the opening match of the Gallagher PREM season on …

Josh Raisey

24 Sep 2025, 5:26

Mick Cleary: 'The newly-branded PREM will have to be at its knuckle-duster aggressive best in the fight to make a mark.'

The Gallagher PREM is refreshed and ready to go and despite threats from a congested sports market, it's ready to take them head o…

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Mick Cleary

23 Sep 2025, 8:43

PREM Rugby blown away by record ticket sales

There has been unprecedented demand for tickets to the 2026 Gallagher PREM final on the eve of the new season.

Jon Newcombe

23 Sep 2025, 3:07

Bulked-up Louis Rees-Zammit sent off for scrapping with ex-teammates

Louis Rees-Zammit’s first start back in rugby union was anything but quiet as the Bristol Bears winger scored a try, clashed wit…

Ian Cameron

20 Sep 2025, 1:20

'Slap in the face': Rob Baxter's candid admission on arguably Exeter's darkest day

The last time Exeter Chiefs played Gloucester at Kingsholm in April, it resulted in a record 79-17 defeat, their heaviest in the t…

Neil Fissler

12 Sep 2025, 3:58

Gallagher PREM expands reach into the USA

New broadcast deal ensures every match from England's top division will be shown Stateside for the next three years.

Jon Newcombe

10 Sep 2025, 1:59

Gallagher PREM 2025/26 squads rated: Gloucester

When you look at the transfer activity over the summer, the reality is Gloucester's ins don't match the quality of their outs.

Analysis

Jon Newcombe

05 Sep 2025, 5:41

Ranking England's centre options ahead of the new season

Steve Borthwick is gradually building a deep squad in areas that once seemed threadbare, but the midfield continues to be a proble…

Opinion

Josh Raisey

28 Aug 2025, 9:43

Cruel summer ends on positive note for Lion Tomos Williams

Tomos Williams has been handed the captaincy at Gloucester after a standout debut season, replacing Lewis Ludlow in the role.

Josh Raisey

27 Aug 2025, 3:59

Ranking England's back-row options ahead of the new season

No team in world rugby can match the depth that England has in their back-row currently.

Opinion

Josh Raisey

26 Aug 2025, 6:32

The top five signings ahead of the new Gallagher PREM season

Now that the British & Irish Lions series is over, fans in England can start turning their attention to the new season of domestic…

Opinion

Josh Raisey

04 Aug 2025, 2:30

Louis Rees-Zammit puts timeline on move after 'unbelievable' interest

Rees-Zammit did not play a regular-season game in the NFL.

01 Aug 2025, 18:29

Premiership free-for-all to sign Louis Rees-Zammit

Premiership clubs are starting to queue up to speak to former Wales winger and Lions tourist Louis Rees-Zammit after his shock ann…

Neil Fissler

01 Aug 2025, 18:24

New PREM Rugby Cup format and fixtures revealed

With Championship clubs no longer taking part, the PREM Rugby Cup has a new format for the 2025/26 season.

Jon Newcombe

29 Jul 2025, 1:01

Shocking state of Prem Rugby club finances revealed in business report

English rugby's 10 top-flight clubs lost a staggering £32million between them in the last financial year.

Jon Newcombe

25 Jul 2025, 1:45

Fixtures announced for 2025-26 Gallagher PREM season

For the first time in its 28-year history, the Gallagher PREM season will start on a Thursday, with Sale Sharks taking on Gloucest…

Jon Newcombe

23 Jul 2025, 0:59

Code-hopper Christian Wade scores on Wigan Warriors debut

Christian Wade’s code-hopping odyssey took another step forward on Friday night, as the former England winger marked his profess…

Ian Cameron

13 Jul 2025, 9:58

Christian Wade scores twice in just second rugby league match

Christian Wade marked his second ever rugby league match in some style, crossing for two tries as Wigan Warriors Reserves defeated…

Ian Cameron

22 Jun 2025, 9:18

Style makeover helps Gloucester Rugby increase crowds by 40%

Gloucester Rugby CEO Alex Brown has revealed attendances at Kingsholm were up by 40 per cent in 2024/25 compared to last season.

Jon Newcombe

20 Jun 2025, 2:40

All Black Nepo Laulala seals Premiership move after midseason release

Gloucester have signed former Toulouse and All Blacks tighthead prop Nepo Laulala ahead of next season.

Josh Raisey

17 Jun 2025, 8:18

The top 5 signings of the 2024/25 Gallagher Premiership season

Now that the 2024/25 Gallagher Premiership season is over, we pick out the five players we consider to be the best signings made b…

Opinion

Jon Newcombe

17 Jun 2025, 7:42

Gallagher Premiership to axe 7 letters as part of rebrand

The Gallagher Premiership will be rebranded as the Gallagher Prem from next season.

12 Jun 2025, 15:19

Second Leinster player agrees Gloucester switch

Gloucester have signed Leinster wing Rob Russell ahead of next season.

Josh Raisey

11 Jun 2025, 4:17

Premiership Rugby bosses give their take on breakaway R360 league

The proposed rebel R360 league, spearheaded by England World Cup winner Mike Tindall, has been met by widespread scepticism from P…

Josh Raisey

10 Jun 2025, 8:44

Afolabi Fasogbon tips hat to England World Cup winner after new deal

Gloucester tighthead Afolabi Fasogbon has signed a new deal with the club.

Josh Raisey

05 Jun 2025, 8:20

Only two Lions make Gallagher Premiership team of the season

Seven England internationals have been included in the Gallagher Premiership team of the season.

Josh Raisey

05 Jun 2025, 4:03

Rugby Awards honour 4 British and Irish Lions

Premiership Rugby, the Rugby Players Association (RPA), Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) and Rugby Football Union (RFU) came toge…

Jon Newcombe

03 Jun 2025, 23:31

Biggest Gallagher Premiership improvers and losers in 2024/25

Which teams made the biggest points gains from last season to this?

Analysis

Jon Newcombe

02 Jun 2025, 4:53

Skivington names the two matches that cost Gloucester a play-off spot

Head coach George Skivington was left to reflect on missed opportunities as Gloucester failed to secure a play-off spot despite a …

31 May 2025, 10:31

Christian Wade bows out of rugby union with a brace and a victory

Jack Cotgreave scored a hat-trick of tries as Gloucester completed their season in style with a bonus-point 41-26 victory over spi…

31 May 2025, 9:38

Fissler Confidential: Paddy Jackson's future starts to become clearer

Former Ireland centre and Lions tourist Jared Payne, who is an assistant coach with URC rivals the Scarlets, has emerged as the ne…

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Neil Fissler

31 May 2025, 2:30

Bath snap up British and Irish Lion to fill hole left by Ollie Lawrence

Gloucester centre Chris Harris' club next season has been confirmed, with the Scotland international making the move to West Count…

Josh Raisey

30 May 2025, 7:46

Owen Farrell transfer saga starts to turn ugly as Racing outline terms

Saracens need to be quick if they want to do a fairytale deal for club legend Owen Farrell to make a sensational return to North L…

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Neil Fissler

29 May 2025, 9:18

Highest paid Prem position just one of 3 to increase from previous year

Fly-half is yet again the highest-paid position in the Gallagher Premiership, with an average (mean) income of £231,182, as repor…

Josh Raisey

29 May 2025, 4:10

Veteran Kirill Gotovtsev to continue playing beyond 38

Russian tight-head Kirill Gotovtsev has signed a new contract, which will keep him at Gloucester for a fifth season.

Jon Newcombe

28 May 2025, 9:15

Gloucester's 'Thomas du Toit' signs on for more

Jamal Ford-Robinson has signed a contract extension at Gloucester.

Jon Newcombe

21 May 2025, 10:09

Props dominate Gallagher Premiership men's award shortlist

Thomas du Toit is in contention to become only the second prop to be named Premiership Men's Player of the Season after being shor…

Jon Newcombe

21 May 2025, 1:29

Have Bath got the thin end of the Premiership play-off draw?

The dates and kick-off times for the Gallagher Premiership play-offs have been confirmed, with table-topping Bath handed the Frida…

Jon Newcombe

19 May 2025, 11:46

Steve Diamond laments '3 or 4 minutes of madness' in Newcastle loss

Gloucester boss George Skivington admitted his side’s 26-12 win over Newcastle was “not particularly pretty” but expressed h…

17 May 2025, 4:02

Gloucester further playoff case with win over three-card Newcastle

Gloucester kept their Gallagher Premiership play-off hopes alive with a 26-12 win over rock-bottom Newcastle at Kingston Park.

16 May 2025, 14:48

Lion one of 7 internationals leaving Gloucester in 19-player exodus

Gloucester have confirmed that 19 players will leave Kingsholm at the end of the season, including seven internationals.

Josh Raisey

13 May 2025, 4:14

Marcus Smith backed to beat rivals to Lions Test jersey

Marcus Smith was backed to feature in the British and Irish Lions’ Test series against Australia this summer after piloting Harl…

10 May 2025, 23:55

Hat-trick for England star helps Harlequins to big win over Gloucester

Cadan Murley claimed a hat-trick of tries as Harlequins dealt a potentially fatal blow to Gloucester’s Gallagher Premiership pla…

10 May 2025, 11:55

TNT Sports agree new long-term Premiership deal for UK and Ireland

TNT Sports has agreed a new long-term deal with Premiership Rugby and Premiership Women’s Rugby that will see it continue as the…

Ian Cameron

10 May 2025, 6:54

Gareth Anscombe turns down interest from Prem rivals for Top 14 switch

Wales fly-half Gareth Anscombe will leave Gloucester at the end of the season to join Bayonne in the Top 14.

Josh Raisey

07 May 2025, 9:01

Glasgow's Mann seals Premiership move to replace exiting England No.8

Gloucester have signed Glasgow Warriors No.8 Jack Mann ahead of next season.

Josh Raisey

30 Apr 2025, 8:32

Exeter chairman entitled to ‘fire into everybody’ after humiliation

Rob Hunter said that Exeter chairman Tony Rowe was entitled to “fire into everybody” after the Chiefs suffered Gallagher Premi…

27 Apr 2025, 10:49

Rumoured comment by Welsh Exeter player 'fueled' Gloucester thumping

Gloucester’s record-breaking 79-17 demolition of Exeter Chiefs at Kingsholm was fuelled by a rumoured comment from within the vi…

Ian Cameron

27 Apr 2025, 10:29

Gloucester player ratings vs Exeter | 2024/25 Gallagher Premiership

Gloucester player ratings: George Skivington's men delivered one of their most dominant performances in recent memory, thrashing E…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

27 Apr 2025, 10:00

Exeter Chiefs suffer heaviest every Prem defeat at hands of Gloucester

Gloucester stayed firmly in contention for a Gallagher Premiership play-off place after crushing hapless Exeter 79-17 at Kingsholm…

27 Apr 2025, 9:16

Christian Wade told to drop rugby union habit 'not advisable in rugby league'

Christian Wade’s sensational switch to rugby league side Wigan Warriors has already sparked some light-hearted advice from a fam…

Ian Cameron

27 Apr 2025, 9:09

'My Mrs deserves a raise, whoever is paying her'

Gloucester's Arthus Clark admits he tried the patience of his nearest and dearest when he was sidelined for 10 weeks with a broken…

Interview

Jon Newcombe

26 Apr 2025, 23:00

Fissler Confidential: England and France 10s, Lions centre on move

Anthony Belleau appears to be on his way out of Clermont Auvergne this summer, and whispers from across the Channel suggest he cou…

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Neil Fissler

26 Apr 2025, 1:00

The 2 Premiership clubs chasing Los Pumas flanker Joaquin Moro

Gloucester have emerged as rivals to Leicester Tigers as the two Premiership clubs chase the signature of Puma and Pampas XV flank…

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Neil Fissler

24 Apr 2025, 2:44

Gloucester boss confident they don't owe Newcastle a dime

Gloucester boss George Skivington does not expect to be drawn into any legal action for compensation from Newcastle following the …

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Jon Newcombe

23 Apr 2025, 8:05

Christian Wade: Premiership is missing overseas stars

Christian Wade says one of the main differences he has noticed in the seven-year gap between his two spells in the Premiership is …

Jon Newcombe

23 Apr 2025, 1:47

Gloucester swiftly recruit Christian Wade replacement

Gloucester have signed Newcastle Falcons full-back Ben Redshaw ahead of next season.

Josh Raisey

22 Apr 2025, 9:20

Newcastle seek legal advice over multiple player compensation claims

Newcastle Falcons have taken legal advice in a bid to end a 10-month wait for five-figure compensation for losing Academy talent t…

Chris Jones

22 Apr 2025, 3:51

England star bags brace in Saracens victory over Gloucester

England hooker Theo Dan scored two tries as a dominant second-half display from Saracens saw them beat Gloucester 36-14 and move u…

19 Apr 2025, 12:43

Christian Wade makes shock switch to Wigan Warriors

Gloucester winger Christian Wade has sensationally signed for rugby league's Wigan Warriors on a short-term deal.

Ian Cameron

18 Apr 2025, 7:12

'We're different to football': Gloucester boss wary of away zone trial

Gloucester will pioneer the Gallagher Premiership’s away end trial this weekend with their Chelsea-supporting coach warning the …

Neil Squires

16 Apr 2025, 8:57

Premiership 'away end' trial games confirmed

Premiership Rugby have confirmed plans to trial designated away zones for visiting supporters who choose to be seated together ins…

Jon Newcombe

15 Apr 2025, 1:18

Bath player ratings vs Gloucester | 2025 Challenge Cup QF

Bath surged into the EPCR Challenge Cup semi-finals with a 61-26 demolition of Gloucester at the Rec, notching nine tries in an at…

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Ian Cameron

14 Apr 2025, 3:51

Bath boss Johann van Graan hails forgotten England prospect

Bath boss Johann van Graan hailed the influence of number eight Alfie Barbeary after he starred in a 61-26 EPCR Challenge Cup quar…

14 Apr 2025, 0:31

Bath dismiss Gloucester to set up Challenge Cup semi against Edinburgh

Bath booked an appointment with Edinburgh in the EPCR Challenge Cup semi-finals after sweeping aside west country rivals Glouceste…

13 Apr 2025, 13:02

Gloucester-tormentor Finn Russell returns for Bath

Scotland playmaker Finn Russell will be hoping to show the sort of form that helped beat Challenge Cup quarter-final opponents Glo…

Jon Newcombe

11 Apr 2025, 4:58

Gloucester's Tomos Williams scoops Gallagher Premiership award

Tomos Williams has become the second successive Gloucester star to be voted Gallagher Player of the Month.

Martyn Thomas

09 Apr 2025, 2:34

EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-final draw confirmed

The EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-final draw has been confirmed, with four captivating match-ups await on 12 and 13 April.

Ian Cameron

07 Apr 2025, 4:38

Gloucester to face bitter rivals after beating Montpellier in Challenge Cup

Gloucester booked an EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-final clash against west country rivals Bath after beating Montpellier 24-17 in Fr…

05 Apr 2025, 12:23

Fissler Confidential: Prem club to ringfence Six Nations star

Gloucester have moved early to try and tie down Wales scrum-half Tomos Williams on a long-term deal, despite him being under contr…

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Neil Fissler

05 Apr 2025, 0:31

Challenge Cup finalists Gloucester 'rest' Wales star for Montpellier

Gloucester have opted to rest Wales scrum-half Tomos Williams for Saturday’s Challenge Cup Round of 16 clash against Montpellier…

Ian Cameron

04 Apr 2025, 8:53

Ready to suit up: Hat-trick hero Seb Atkinson on his England claims

The Gloucester centre would love to be a part of this summer's tour of the USA and Argentina.

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Jon Newcombe

03 Apr 2025, 7:04

Exeter look to Charlie Chapman to boost scrum-half options

Following the signing of Italian international Stephen Varney, the Chiefs have reportedly lined up the Gloucester player as their …

Neil Fissler

02 Apr 2025, 6:44

UK government urged to take 'tough approach' to Premiership loans

The Government must take a tough approach to clawing back taxpayers’ money loaned to rugby union teams and other sports clubs du…

01 Apr 2025, 7:01

Gloucester Rugby accounts reveal £3 million drop in turnover

Gloucester Rugby’s latest set of company accounts reveal the club’s cup success during the 2023/24 season was unable to preven…

Martyn Thomas

01 Apr 2025, 4:55

Multiple clubs swarming to lure Chris Harris from Gloucester

Chris Harris’s outstanding performances in Gloucester’s push for the Premiership play-offs have got clubs beating a path to hi…

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Neil Fissler

31 Mar 2025, 9:38

George Skivington talks up 'relative unknown's England chances

George Skivington believes England coach Steve Borthwick will have liked what he saw of centre Seb Atkinson following his hat-tric…

30 Mar 2025, 1:41

Christian Wade scores hat-tricks as Gloucester dismantle Bristol

Seb Atkinson and Christian Wade both scored hat-tricks as Gloucester thrashed Bristol 53-28 in a thrilling display of attacking ru…

29 Mar 2025, 13:27

Ollie Chessum back after Six Nations injury scare: All Premiership teams this weekend

England lock Ollie Chessum will return to Leicester Tigers' starting XV on Sunday as his side host Saracens in the Gallagher Premi…

Josh Raisey

28 Mar 2025, 8:12

'I think he is one of the best 10s in the world'

Bath boss Johann van Graan hailed his players’ “fantastic” mindset after they restored a six-point gap at the Gallagher Prem…

23 Mar 2025, 11:28

Finn Russell and Sam Underhill shine as Bath sink Gloucester

Bath restored a six-point lead at the Gallagher Premiership summit by beating Gloucester 42-26 in a thrilling 10-try clash.

23 Mar 2025, 10:22

Saracens roll out England big guns as Quins rest theirs: All Premiership teams for this weekend

England captain Maro Itoje will return to captain a Saracens side containing four of his international team-mates during the Guinn…

Josh Raisey

21 Mar 2025, 6:46

‘More good than bad’ – Santi Carreras on the fan reaction to Bath move

Ahead of Sunday's 249th derby between Bath and Gloucester, the Argentina playmaker discusses swapping one West Country giant for a…

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Jon Newcombe

20 Mar 2025, 2:43

Away ends could become a fixture in Premiership if trial proves successful

Away ends could become a fixture in the Gallagher Premiership if two trials being held next month prove successful.

17 Mar 2025, 12:25

Jack Innard quits Exeter for West Country rivals

Jack Innard has become the latest player to quit Exeter Chiefs when his contract runs out at the end of the season.

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Neil Fissler

10 Mar 2025, 5:17

Sharks flanker James Venter becomes the latest Premiership addition

Sharks flanker James Venter has signed for Gloucester ahead of next season, as originally reported by RugbyPass.

Josh Raisey

05 Mar 2025, 8:43

Gloucester sign Ben Loader from Stormers

Gloucester have signed winger Ben Loader from the Stormers ahead of next season, as reported by RugbyPass.

Josh Raisey

26 Feb 2025, 8:31

'Statement of ambition' Ross Byrne signing announced by Gloucester

The Ireland and Leinster fly-half will move to the Cherry & Whites for next season.

Jon Newcombe

21 Feb 2025, 3:11

Exeter ace Josh Hodge a target of Premiership rivals Gloucester

Gloucester are keen on Exeter Chiefs sharpshooter Josh Hodge as they look to replace Argentinean international Santi Carreras, who…

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Neil Fissler

17 Feb 2025, 4:32

'Pivotal' deal will benefit young Premiership talent

New fixed 'rookie' wages agreed for top-flight Academy players.

Jon Newcombe

14 Feb 2025, 6:08

Bath confirm Santiago Carreras signing

Bath have prised Santiago Carreras away from West Country rivals Gloucester by signing the Argentina international on a three-year…

Jon Newcombe

05 Feb 2025, 3:06

Fissler Confidential: Tom Wright to kiss goodbye to Aussie rugby?

Explosive Wallaby star Tom Wright, who is now in the final year of his current contract with Rugby Australia and who is yet to agr…

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Neil Fissler

01 Feb 2025, 1:59

Santiago Carreras' future is cleared up after Premiership bidding war

Bath boss Johann van Graan has held off a last-minute bid from Saracens to lure Santiago Carreras away from Gloucester when his co…

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Neil Fissler

29 Jan 2025, 6:25

Stormers reveal why Ben Loader is returning to England

Director of Rugby John Dobson has addressed speculation surrounding the departure of English wing Ben Loader, explaining why the f…

Ian Cameron

26 Jan 2025, 7:46

George Skivington knows Gloucester have ‘another level’ to reach after big win

.It continues an impressive transformation from last season, when Gloucester finished ninth in the league and claimed just five Pr…

25 Jan 2025, 12:24

Leicester throw away early lead as Gloucester roar to win

Gloucester moved into the Gallagher Premiership play-off places after claiming a thrilling 38-31 bonus-point victory over Leiceste…

25 Jan 2025, 9:58

Gloucester make Santiago Carreras admission as club fight to keep star

Gloucester boss George Skivington has admitted Santiago Carreras has become “very expensive” as he battles to keep the Pumas o…

Chris Jones

24 Jan 2025, 8:43

Arthur Clark caps England call-up with contract extension

A day after receiving a call-up to the England squad ahead of the Guinness Six Nations, Gloucester lock Arthur Clark has signed a …

Josh Raisey

22 Jan 2025, 8:27

Stormers' wing Ben Loader is returning to English rugby

Gloucester are bringing Stormers winger Ben Loader back to the Premiership next season now he has put pen to paper on a three-year…

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Neil Fissler

20 Jan 2025, 8:32

Edinburgh top their Challenge Cup group, Gloucester ship heavy loss

Gloucester were dealt a 55-17 defeat by Bayonne at Stade Jean-Dauger in the European Challenge Cup.

19 Jan 2025, 11:48

Scotland's Adam Hastings handed driving ban

Glasgow and Scotland fly-half Adam Hastings has been banned from driving after being caught using a mobile phone and also speeding…

14 Jan 2025, 1:47

Gloucester breeze past Scarlets as Wales star exits with injury

Gloucester coasted to a 31-7 European Challenge Cup victory over Scarlets at Kingsholm.

10 Jan 2025, 14:14

Gloucester issue Gareth Anscombe injury update, laud Tomos Williams

Williams scored one of Gloucester’s five tries and was a threat throughout the game to a Sale defence that prevented Bristol fro…

04 Jan 2025, 10:50

Gloucester emphatically end Sale's recent Premiership resurgence

Llewellyn struck in each half, with Gloucester securing a five-point maximum to keep themselves in play-off contention.

04 Jan 2025, 9:39

George Skivington: 'I'm a different coach to two years ago'

As he approaches his 100th Premiership game in charge of Gloucester, George Skivington admits he is a very different coach now com…

Interview

Jon Newcombe

03 Jan 2025, 1:03

The scrumhalf showdown that has Sale and Raffi Quirke 'so excited'

Sale boss Alex Sanderson is challenging his players to deliver another stunning West Country victory at Gloucester to prove their …

Chris Jones

02 Jan 2025, 4:16

'Don’t tell my wife!' – Slade’s cheeky take on Exeter’s big win

Henry Slade described Exeter’s first Gallagher Premiership victory of the season as “better than sex” after the Chiefs beat …

29 Dec 2024, 11:12

Exeter’s late heroics sink Gloucester to end winless run

Exeter claimed a first Gallagher Premiership victory of the season at the ninth attempt as they edged out west-country rivals Glou…

29 Dec 2024, 9:56

Tomos Williams' Lions claims endorsed by Gloucester boss

Gloucester Director of Rugby George Skivington has backed Tomos Williams to be on the 2025 British and Irish Lions tour to Austral…

Interview

Jon Newcombe

29 Dec 2024, 0:00

Jamal Ford-Robinson: 'In the gym we’re not lifting as frequently'

Kingsholm was preparing to throw open its gates to welcome fans to an opening training session when there was a sudden commotion i…

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Liam Heagney

27 Dec 2024, 8:00

Bristol Bears announce raft of re-signings

US Eagles fly-half and this season's leading points scorer in the Gallagher Premiership, AJ MacGinty, is one of 10 Bristol players…

Jon Newcombe

23 Dec 2024, 8:13

Harlequins 'riddled with errors' and physically 'weren’t at the races'

Harlequins head coach Danny Wilson accepted his side “weren’t at the races” as they finished scoreless for the first time in…

21 Dec 2024, 1:11

Harlequins held scoreless by resolute Gloucester at Kingsholm

Gloucester earned a deserved 14-0 win over an out-of-sorts Harlequins before a sell-out crowd at Kingsholm.

20 Dec 2024, 13:51

Gloucester beaten by Top 14 newcomers Vannes in France

.After beating Edinburgh in their tournament opener, the west country club conceded three early tries against the Top 14 newcomers…

14 Dec 2024, 13:25

Albert Tuisue saves Gloucester as Edinburgh's discipline collapses

A second-half try from Albert Tuisue proved the difference in a tight encounter as the hosts took advantage of sin-binnings for Ed…

06 Dec 2024, 14:54

Edinburgh boss Sean Everitt casts doubt over Hamish Watson's future

Edinburgh head coach Sean Everitt insists the European Challenge Cup remains a major target and he is not taking a weakened team t…

Bryn Palmer

06 Dec 2024, 1:33

Gloucester sign Will Butler and immediately throw him into deep end

Gloucester have signed former Worcester Warriors centre Will Butler with immediate effect.

Josh Raisey

05 Dec 2024, 5:09

Gloucester fear long-term Zach Mercer injury with scan results due

Gloucester are sweating over the results of scans needed by England No 8 Zach Mercer and powerful wing Ollie Thorley who both suff…

Chris Jones

03 Dec 2024, 8:29

The 'most disappointing' thing about Northampton's loss to Gloucester

Northampton director of rugby Phil Dowson bemoaned his side’s lack of fight as they were beaten 25-17 by Gloucester.

30 Nov 2024, 10:24

Gloucester upset Northampton at home as England star removed

Santiago Carreras racked up 20 points as Gloucester beat Northampton 25-17 to secure revenge at the scene of their 90-0 mauling ba…

30 Nov 2024, 9:33

Premiership rivals enter tug of war over Bulls prop Mornay Smith

Gloucester are set to go head-to-head with West Country rivals Bristol Bears in the race to land Blue Bulls tighthead Mornay Smith…

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Neil Fissler

28 Nov 2024, 5:59

Gloucester provide 'more positive than negative' Tomos Williams update

Encouraging news for Welsh rugby has been thin on the ground after their unbeaten run was extended to 12 matches with the loss to …

Chris Jones

26 Nov 2024, 8:31

Gloucester set to sign 1-cap England centre Will Joseph

Gloucester are set to offer one cap England outside centre Will Joseph the chance to kick start his stalled career with a move to …

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Neil Fissler

14 Nov 2024, 8:41

October shortlist for Premiership player of the month unveiled

In-form Bristol Bears winger Gabriel Ibitoye is one of four players shortlisted for October's Gallagher Premiership Player of the …

Jon Newcombe

29 Oct 2024, 5:11

URC side on verge of SOS call to Johan Ackermann

A URC side are considering making an emergency save our season call to Johan Ackermann to help beleaguered boss John Dobson after …

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Neil Fissler

27 Oct 2024, 8:44

Gloucester circling Sharks back-row James Venter

Gloucester are closing in on signing South African blindside flanker James Venter from United Rugby championship outfit the Sharks…

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Neil Fissler

27 Oct 2024, 6:53

Skivington name checks 4 of his 5 Welshman and asks Gatland for a favour

.Gloucester boss George Skivington hailed the impact his Welsh stars are making this season after the five players selected by War…

26 Oct 2024, 10:29

Tomos Williams and Christian Wade star as Gloucester thump Newcastle

Tomos Williams signed off his final game for Gloucester ahead of the Autumn Nations Series with a virtuoso performance at Kingshol…

26 Oct 2024, 10:20

All 10 team selections for Gallagher Premiership round six

Round six of the Gallagher Premiership promises to deliver another thrilling weekend of action, with teams looking to solidify the…

Ian Cameron

25 Oct 2024, 6:12

Five Wales call-ups named in Gloucester side for Falcons

Five players called up to the Wales squad this week are set to feature for Gloucester in this weekend's Gallagher Premiership clas…

Ian Cameron

25 Oct 2024, 5:38

'We’ve been told all year by the pundits how useless we are'

Newcastle Falcons boss Steve Diamond has spoken of his relief at his side getting their first win in 26 matches as they look to ba…

Ian Cameron

25 Oct 2024, 4:22

New hooker on board at Gloucester after raid on Pirates

Gloucester have bolstered their depleted hooker stocks by signing Morgan Nelson from Cornish Pirates.

Jon Newcombe

23 Oct 2024, 8:32

Local fan takes stake in Gloucester Rugby

Gloucester has confirmed the addition of lifelong supporter Jack Ingles to its Board and shareholder group.

Jon Newcombe

22 Oct 2024, 6:40

'I told the truth': Michael Cheika half-time spray behind Leicester fight-back

Leicester head coach Michael Cheika revealed a half-time rocket helped his side edge an eight-try thriller against Gloucester.

20 Oct 2024, 10:31

Handre Pollard makes Bok statement as Leicester beat Gloucester

Handre Pollard scored 14 points as Leicester overturned a 19-8 half-time deficit to claim a 29-26 victory against Gloucester in a …

20 Oct 2024, 9:14

Stephen Varney exits Gloucester with immediate effect

Italy international Stephen Varney has signed for French Top 14 side Vannes with immediate effect, as first reported by RugbyPass …

Ian Cameron

20 Oct 2024, 4:04

The Gloucester verdict as Charlie Atkinson heads back to Leicester

The former England U20 title winner joined Tigers during the winter of 2022 after Wasps went bust, but he was mainly confined to c…

Liam Heagney

20 Oct 2024, 0:30

Fissler Confidential: England and Scotland centres' future in play

With the Gallagher Premiership club tight on the salary cap, he has yet to reach an agreement amid links with Glasgow and Scotland…

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Neil Fissler

19 Oct 2024, 5:28

Gloucester's Stephen Varney set for immediate effect Top 14 switch

George Skivington is well-stocked for scrum-halves after adding Wales international Tomos Williams to their ranks from United Rugb…

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Neil Fissler

16 Oct 2024, 9:50

The table-turning halftime message Johann Van Graan gave Bath

Bath head coach Johann Van Graan praised his side’s comeback after seeing them overturn a 24-17 half-time deficit to claim a 12-…

13 Oct 2024, 3:23

Finn Russell's Bath silence the Shed with fightback win over Gloucester

Bath prop Beno Obano scored two tries as his side claimed a thrilling 55-31 West Country derby victory over Gloucester in front of…

12 Oct 2024, 9:28

George Skivington: 'Lewis Ludlow has wanted to take my head off'

Ludlow, who has captained Gloucester since 2020, has played more than 200 games for the Cherry and Whites and would expect to lead…

Chris Jones

09 Oct 2024, 0:32

Mick Cleary: 'Rivalry is a box-office ticket, ripe for indulgence and legitimate exploitation'

Domestic derbies and national rivalries are a rich part of rugby offering compelling drama.

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Mick Cleary

09 Oct 2024, 0:28

A tale of two cities: Gloucester and Bath set to resume hostilities

Bath have been talked up as Premiership winners but Gloucester's early-season dynamism ensures a bare-knuckle ride West Country de…

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Tom Bradshaw

08 Oct 2024, 5:22

The 'big difference' Tomos Williams has found playing in Premiership

The 29-year-old scrum-half is three games into his new adventure in England with Gloucester, whom he joined in the summer after a …

Liam Heagney

08 Oct 2024, 3:50

Tom Pearson's Saints future set to be resolved

The Cherry and Whites, who suffered their second defeat in the first three games of the new season at Sale Sharks last Friday, wer…

Neil Fissler

07 Oct 2024, 3:10

Fissler Confidential: Sam Simmonds' future in France

He is in the second and final year of his contract with Montpellier but is believed to have an option for a third season.

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Neil Fissler

05 Oct 2024, 4:22

The prediction Sale have made about their England pick Tom Roebuck

The 23-year-old wing, named earlier on Friday in Steve Borthwick’s England training squad, won his first international cap off t…

04 Oct 2024, 23:25

Luke Cowan-Dickie marks England return with double in Sale win

England wing Tom Roebuck scored two tries as Sale secured a breathless 31-27 bonus-point win over Gloucester at the Salford Commun…

04 Oct 2024, 13:50

England stars sign up for cross-code hybrid match for Rob Burrow

A host of former England stars from both rugby union and league have signed up to play in the '745 Game' in honour of the late Rob…

Josh Raisey

03 Oct 2024, 3:09

The Afolabi Fasogbon voice note after his clash with Ellis Genge

The recent World Rugby U20 Championship title-winning tighthead with England packed down against the established England Test-leve…

Liam Heagney

03 Oct 2024, 2:25

Afo Fasogbon's 'back it up' warning from boss after Ellis Genge wave

Afolabi Fasogbon has been warned his decision to wave goodbye to Ellis Genge, as the England prop was replaced in Gloucester’s w…

Chris Jones

02 Oct 2024, 8:07

Christian Wade: 'I still feel sharp, I still feel fast. If anything I feel stronger than before.'

The former Wasps flyer, turned NFL codebreaker is back in the Premiership and chasing records with a big smile on his face

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Tom Bradshaw

30 Sep 2024, 14:40

The Premiership has shown how bright England's future is – Andy Goode

The Premiership may have taken a round to crank into gear but this weekend demonstrated there’s more attacking ability and young…

Opinion

Andy Goode

30 Sep 2024, 13:30

Fissler Confidential: Premiership club set to go to market early

The Cherry and Whites defeated Bristol Bears 44-41 in a classic west country derby on Friday night and are in the market to sign a…

Neil Fissler

28 Sep 2024, 5:59

The Gloucester verdict on hat-trick hero Christian Wade

Wade was yellow-carded late in the action amid a storming Bristol fightback, but he also showed his class with a treble that took …

28 Sep 2024, 0:35

Christian Wade bags hat-trick as Gloucester hold off Bristol fightback

Christian Wade scored a hat-trick of tries as Gloucester claimed a remarkable 44-41 Gallagher Premiership victory over west countr…

27 Sep 2024, 14:05

'Tears up a lot of your plans': Skivington on Gloucester injury crisis

Gloucester boss George Skivington has warned the club’s fans there will be more pain before the new look back line featuring Wal…

Chris Jones

24 Sep 2024, 9:31

Two-try Christie an inspiration as Saracens secure stylish win

Without departed skipper Owen Farrell, new recruit Fergus Burke slipped seamlessly into his shoes to guide the visitors to a moral…

21 Sep 2024, 11:54

Tigers to roar, Sarries to slide as Premiership returns - Andy Goode

It may have been an off-season with more star departures than arrivals in the Premiership but it never fails to entertain and it�…

Opinion

Andy Goode

20 Sep 2024, 4:50

Premiership: Anglo-Welsh, URC merger reports 'wide of the mark'

Premiership rugby chiefs insist there are no ongoing negotiations with other leagues and talk of an imminent Anglo-Welsh competiti…

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Chris Jones

16 Sep 2024, 3:42

Zach Mercer: ‘As far as I’m concerned, I’m a Gloucester player’

Gloucester No.8 Zach Mercer has remained tight-lipped about a possible return to France but has intimated he will at least be at K…

Interview

Bryn Palmer

15 Sep 2024, 1:52

Ollie Thorley: 'I’m hitting well over 10 metres per second'

He is a man on a mission, claiming he has never felt as good and hoping that a consistent show of speed at Kingsholm and around th…

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Liam Heagney

15 Sep 2024, 0:26

Gloucester line up England's Callum Chick to replace Zach Mercer

Gloucester have lined up Newcastle Falcons No.8 Callum Chick as their replacement for Zach Mercer, who is heading for the Kingshol…

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Neil Fissler

12 Sep 2024, 4:50

Christian Wade makes a bold Premiership try record prediction

The 33-year-old is poised for his first top-flight campaign since quitting Wasps in the early stages of the 2018/19 season for a s…

Liam Heagney

11 Sep 2024, 3:09

'I didn’t really appreciate it until I got a punch in the gut'

What ‘saved’ Skivington was his foresight in writing off early the 2023/24 league and instead throwing everything into the cup…

Interview

Liam Heagney

08 Sep 2024, 0:15

'He's choosing his house on can he get all his recovery equipment in'

It was last March when Gloucester announced they were signing the now 33-year-old Wade and ahead of their September 21 Premiership…

Liam Heagney

06 Sep 2024, 0:26

The reassuring reply for fans worried about Gloucester's finances

The professional game in England has struggled coming out of the pandemic, with top-flight clubs Worcester Warriors, Wasps and Lon…

Liam Heagney

03 Sep 2024, 23:52

The prediction George Skivington has made about Louis Rees-Zammit

It was last January when the 23-year-old sensationally quit Kingsholm for a shot at American football via the sport’s internatio…

Liam Heagney

03 Sep 2024, 9:16

The Gloucester reaction to the latest Zach Mercer exit speculation

The 27-year-old back-rower is under contract at Kingsholm until the summer of 2027, but it emerged last weekend that Toulon have p…

Liam Heagney

03 Sep 2024, 8:12

Heavy-hitters: All 10 Premiership squads by weight, height and age

As the Gallagher Premiership season approaches we take a look at the physical makeup of each of the league's ten sides.

Analysis

Ian Cameron

01 Sep 2024, 8:45

Jamal Ford-Robinson: 'In the gym we’re not lifting as frequently'

Kingsholm was preparing to throw open its gates to welcome fans to an opening training session when there was a sudden commotion i…

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Liam Heagney

01 Sep 2024, 1:27

Christian Wade offers advice to Louis Rees-Zammit after NFL heartbreak

Gloucester wing Christian Wade has said that wearing the Kansas City Chiefs badge was a "success in itself" for Louis Rees-Zammit …

Josh Raisey

28 Aug 2024, 7:55

Gloucester add to coaching staff, give first verdict on new signings

The Kingsholm boss also delivered his first verdict on the club’s major new signings, Wales half-backs Gareth Anscombe and Tomos…

Liam Heagney

26 Aug 2024, 6:57

The best non-English XV in the Premiership

There was a time when the Gallagher Premiership boasted some great All Blacks and a host of South Africa stars, but times have cha…

Analysis

Josh Raisey

19 Aug 2024, 8:15

Every Premiership club's signing to watch ahead of next season

Preseason is well underway for clubs in the Gallagher Premiership, with the new season just over a month away.

Analysis

Josh Raisey

12 Aug 2024, 5:53

Gloucester eye France back row Ibrahim Diallo

Gloucester, who finished ninth in the Premiership last season, are one of the clubs that have registered an interest in signing Ra…

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Neil Fissler

12 Aug 2024, 3:21

The best unplayed players in the Premiership who could do a 'Dupont'

Some gifted players had less than the 592 minutes of action in the 2023-24 season that a certain Antoine Dupont had in 2015-16

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Sam Larner

31 Jul 2024, 14:09

Fissler Confidential: Snubbed Evan Roos heading to exit?

Premiership champions Northampton Saints have been taking an extended look at Australian rugby league player Sione Vaenuku during …

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Neil Fissler

27 Jul 2024, 5:30

Bath handed early revenge mission in Gallagher Premiership fixtures

The 2024/25 Gallagher Premiership season begins with a rerun of last year's classic final as champions Northampton take on beaten …

Jon Newcombe

23 Jul 2024, 0:30

OTD: England World Cup winner Mike Tindall makes life changing decision

Mike Tindall became the final member of England’s 2003 World Cup-winning team to retire on this day in 2014.

14 Jul 2024, 22:00

Fissler Confidential: Deal lined up for Willis as Bok eyes Prem move

Toulouse would like openside Jack Willis to slam the door shut on talk of a return to the Premiership by putting pen to paper on a…

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Neil Fissler

06 Jul 2024, 3:31

Gloucester tie down Pumas lock Matias Alemanno

Gloucester and Argentina lock Matias Alemanno has signed a new deal with the club.

Josh Raisey

04 Jul 2024, 1:41

Gloucester CEO pens open letter addressing George Skivington future

Gloucester CEO Alex Brown has given his "full support" to director of rugby George Skivington ahead of next season.

Josh Raisey

03 Jul 2024, 7:33

Fissler Confidential: Gloucester win tug-of-war as Glasgow enter one

Gloucester has won their tug-of-war with Japan League One big guns Yokohama Canon Eagles to keep highly-rated back row Ruan Ackerm…

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Neil Fissler

29 Jun 2024, 3:08

Ex-England centre Billy Twelvetrees calls time on his career

Former England international Billy Twelvetrees has announced his retirement from rugby at the age of 35.

Josh Raisey

28 Jun 2024, 7:38

Coventry sign dual qualified ex-Wasps centre Tommy Matthews

Coventry Rugby have added an exciting new face to their squad with the signing of Tommy Mathews from Championship rivals Hartpury.

Paul Smith

28 Jun 2024, 5:18

Saracens confirm Fraser Balmain signing

Saracens have announced the signing of tighthead prop Fraser Balmain from Gloucester, as reported by RugbyPass.

Josh Raisey

13 Jun 2024, 2:29

Dan Thomas secures Wales return after 10 years in Premiership

Flanker Dan Thomas has ended his seven-year spell at Bristol by joining Cardiff.

12 Jun 2024, 12:13

Gloucester swiftly replace Fraser Balmain with ex-England U20 prop

RugbyPass exclusively revealed on Wednesday that Saracens boss Mark McCall is ready to make the former Leicester Tigers man Balmai…

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Neil Fissler

12 Jun 2024, 9:11

Saracens make prop Fraser Balmain their sixth signing for 2024/25

The 32-year-old Loughborough University-educated Balmain made 139 appearances for the Cherry and Whites since joining in 2017. He …

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Neil Fissler

12 Jun 2024, 5:09

Ruan Ackermann to quit Gloucester despite signing contract extension

Fissler Confidential exclusive revealed last Saturday, just hours after the EPCR Challenge Cup final defeat at the hands of the Sh…

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Neil Fissler

31 May 2024, 2:05

Eben Etzebeth: 'At club level this is by far the best memory'

Hollywoodbets Sharks captain Eben Etzebeth described his team’s 36-22 victory against Gloucester in the EPCR Challenge Cup final…

Ian Cameron

25 May 2024, 3:05

Fissler Confidential: Premiership DoR fears for his future

Ruan Ackermann could be set to leave Premiership strugglers Gloucester despite the back-row only committing his future and signing…

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Neil Fissler

25 May 2024, 2:29

Lewis Ludlow: 'It was always going to be a tough ask' against world champs

Gloucester captain Lewis Ludlow admitted his side had been overpowered by the Sharks in their 36-22 victory in the Challenge Cup f…

24 May 2024, 17:04

'Bomb squad' Sharks crush Gloucester to make Challenge Cup history

Gloucester’s aim of finishing a mixed season with a second piece of silverware was ended with a crushing 36-22 defeat by the Sha…

24 May 2024, 14:20

Gloucester player ratings vs Sharks | EPCR Challenge Cup 2023/24

Gloucester Rugby couldn't make their early advantage tell as they succumbed to a powerful display from the Hollywoodbets Sharks wh…

Philip Bendon

24 May 2024, 14:17

'You just can't do that' - Claims of foul play levelled at Etzebeth

Rugby pundit Ugo Monye has claimed Eben Etzebeth should have been yellow carded during the Challenge Cup final at Tottenham Hotspu…

Ian Cameron

24 May 2024, 14:16

Sharks player ratings vs Gloucester | EPCR Challenge Cup 2023/24

The Hollywoodbet Sharks' powerful forward pack laid the foundation for their convincing 36-22 win over Gloucester in the Challenge…

Opinion

Ian Cameron

24 May 2024, 13:54

Coventry sign ex-England U20 man Aaron Hinkley a year after shock exit

Coventry have announced the signing of former England U20 flanker Aaron Hinkley.

Josh Raisey

23 May 2024, 7:20

Why Gloucester and England will miss Jonny May, the great entertainer

The popular speedster has made the most of his natural gifts and will hope to leave English rugby by lifting a cup with his belove…

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Neil Squires

23 May 2024, 6:33

Freddie Clarke: 'It's not a season-defining game, but it is pretty close'

Gloucester are targeting EPCR Challenge Cup final success after struggling in the Premiership.

23 May 2024, 5:58

Eben Etzebeth to captain Sharks in Challenge Cup final

South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth will lead the Sharks in the Challenge Cup final on Friday against Gloucester in place of the injur…

Josh Raisey

23 May 2024, 4:41

Gloucester change 4 from semi-final for Sharks showdown

Gloucester have made four changes to the starting XV to face the Sharks on Friday in the Challenge Cup final from the one that tri…

Josh Raisey

23 May 2024, 4:18

Henry Slade scoops Premiership player of the season award

England and Exeter Chiefs centre Henry Slade has been crowned the Gallagher Premiership player of the season at the Premiership Ru…

Josh Raisey

22 May 2024, 14:56

Zach Mercer challenged by boss to win over Steve Borthwick in final

Gloucester boss George Skivington believes the uniquely talented Zach Mercer can use Gloucester’s European Challenge Cup final w…

Chris Jones

21 May 2024, 8:25

Gloucester boss highlights comparisons with Bok-laden Sharks

Gloucester boss George Skivington is braced for a Sharks team with players “who can do things out of nowhere” in the EPCR Chal…

20 May 2024, 8:25

After dire season Newcastle make frank admission about recent recruits

Steve Diamond has reflected on Newcastle's season after thumping at the hands of Gloucester at Kingsholm.

19 May 2024, 1:21

Newcastle finish miserable season winless as Gloucester bounce back

As a result, Falcons followed in the footsteps of Rotherham in 2003/04 and London Welsh 2014/15, who also failed to record victori…

18 May 2024, 12:33

Fissler Confidential: Jonny May's next club and Bok forced to retire

News is reaching Fissler Confidential Towers that May is one of several players released by Premiership clubs who are waiting to s…

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Neil Fissler

18 May 2024, 0:45

Seven leavers confirmed by Gloucester, five seniors and two academy

The Cherry and Whites will next Friday look to add the EPCR Challenge Cup to the Premiership Rugby Cup they won in March.

Liam Heagney

17 May 2024, 8:41

Skivington makes 10 Gloucester changes after their 0-90 humiliation

The Cherry and Whites were blown away by 14 tries at Franklin’s Gardens, the 0-90 loss igniting massive criticism about the coac…

Liam Heagney

17 May 2024, 7:15

George Skivington on his online critics, CEO’s vote of confidence

The Cherry and Whites were humiliated last Saturday at Northampton, losing 0-90 in a damaging 14-try defeat.

Liam Heagney

16 May 2024, 5:04

Mick Cleary: 'How difficult must it be to be a Glaws fan and keep frustrations in check?'

The shellacking dished out by Northampton has been defended by head coach George Skivington after his high-stakes selection gamble

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Mick Cleary

15 May 2024, 2:23

What George Skivngton discovered 'watching that game back four times'

Set to play the Durban-based Sharks in the EPCR Challenge Cup final on May 24 at Tottenham, the Kingsholm outfit sent their second…

Liam Heagney

14 May 2024, 10:40

Gloucester statement: Kingsholm exit of Jonny May confirmed

Gloucester have confirmed the end-of-season exit of Jonny May, the former England winger who called time on his international care…

Liam Heagney

14 May 2024, 4:14

Gloucester CEO's mixed response to calls for George Skivington sacking

Gloucester CEO Alex Brown has responded to calls from Gloucester fans for head coach George Skivington to be sacked by saying he "…

Josh Raisey

13 May 2024, 10:17

'Shameful' - Anger as coach accused of damaging Gloucester badge

Gloucester head coach George Skivington is facing significant criticism following his team's devastating 90-0 defeat to Northampto…

Ian Cameron

12 May 2024, 3:14

Northampton’s Phil Dowson reacts to record thrashing of Gloucester

Northampton director of rugby Phil Dowson admitted to having some sympathy for Gloucester after the league leaders’ record-break…

11 May 2024, 10:18

Northampton nil Gloucester as they run up shock scoreline

Leaders Northampton secured a home semi-final in the Gallagher Premiership with a 90-0 annihilation of an under-strength Glouceste…

11 May 2024, 9:28

Jonny May set for Barbarians bow as 2 former England stars sign up

Jonny May and David Ribbans have joined the growing contingent of former England players set to run out for the Barbarians in June…

Josh Raisey

09 May 2024, 7:00

Gallagher Premiership 2024/25 dates announced

Premiership Rugby have announced when the next Gallagher Premiership season will begin, with the competition getting underway on t…

Josh Raisey

09 May 2024, 1:38

Skivington hints Gloucester have already checked out of Premiership

Argentina international Santi Carreras is in a race against time to help Gloucester's bid for a third European Challenge Cup trium…

Chris Jones

08 May 2024, 9:34

Freakish Eben Etzebeth stats and other European semi-final feats

The European semi-finals in both the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup provided a tonne of fascinating statistics for …

Ian Cameron

06 May 2024, 7:39

George Skivington on facing the Sharks in Challenge Cup final

George Skivington says that Gloucester will be braced for “a massive challenge” when they tackle South African heavyweights Th…

04 May 2024, 12:10

Gloucester dispatch Benetton to keep silverware hopes alive

Gloucester reached the EPCR Challenge Cup final for a fourth time in their history after beating Italian hopefuls Benetton 40-23 a…

04 May 2024, 9:30

Hastings to face Benetton as Gloucester change 7 from Exeter loss

Scotland fly-half Adam Hastings has returned to the Gloucester squad to face Benetton on Saturday in the Challenge Cup semi-final …

Josh Raisey

03 May 2024, 8:34

'Cheers Elon Musk' - Gloucester have X account removed

Gloucester have experienced an unexpected setback with the removal of their main social media account on platform X, prompting a t…

Ian Cameron

03 May 2024, 3:20

Gloucester in talks with former England lock prospect

Gloucester have had talks with lock Elliott Stooke about making a return to Kingsholm when his contract with bitter West Country r…

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Neil Fissler

02 May 2024, 8:56

How 'very smart' ex-GAA star introduced by O'Gara is aiding Gloucester

Gloucester director of rugby George Skivington believes the leadership training of Jonny Cooper, the former Gaelic football star, …

Chris Jones

02 May 2024, 3:52

'I want to be the best No9 in the world': Varney's new confidence

Gloucester scrum-half Stephen Varney helped Italy enjoy a historic Guinness Six Nations championship this year, but now many of hi…

Interview

Chris Jones

01 May 2024, 9:36

Rob Baxter lauds 'exceptional' England duo after vital win

Exeter boss Rob Baxter hailed the contributions of England internationals Henry Slade and Immanuel Feyi-Waboso after Chiefs kept t…

28 Apr 2024, 12:15

Exeter keep play-off hopes alive with bonus-point win at rivals

Exeter kept alive their Gallagher Premiership play-off hopes by brushing aside West Country rivals Gloucester 38-17 at Kingsholm.

28 Apr 2024, 9:59

Fissler Confidential: Radwan eyed to replace exit-bound England wing

Gloucester are keeping tabs on Newcastle Falcons flyer Adam Radwan, but it is not a move that they are planning for next season. I…

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Neil Fissler

27 Apr 2024, 3:28

Jake Polledri lands coaching role after early retirement

Former Italy back row Jack Polledri will join National 1 outfit Cinderford as a coach for the 2024/25 season.

Josh Raisey

23 Apr 2024, 5:52

Saracens make light work of Gloucester

Tom Parton scored the earliest hat-trick in Gallagher Premiership history as Saracens eased to a 46-24 victory over a much-changed…

20 Apr 2024, 13:16

Fissler Confidential: Outlandish Maro Itoje rumour put to bed

You could have been forgiven for thinking April Fools Day is happening twice this year after far-fetched rumours reached Fissler C…

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Neil Fissler

20 Apr 2024, 3:57

Seb Blake: From Chinnor to the European champions in one crazy year

Gloucester's English and Australian qualified hooker reflects on a blistering rise to the Kingsholm first team.

LONG READ

Jamie Lyall

20 Apr 2024, 0:37

'I've had some dark times': Hastings opens up on 'hellish' injuries

Gloucester outside half Adam Hastings has an uncanny ability to capture the attention of social media, including an incredible dro…

Interview

Chris Jones

17 Apr 2024, 1:20

How the 'ruthless' Premiership is punching far above its weight

Gloucester boss George Skivington believes the success of Premiership clubs in the Investec Champions Cup and the European Challen…

Chris Jones

16 Apr 2024, 8:43

Argentina hooker Santiago Socino set for Pro D2 move

Gloucester have confirmed that Argentina hooker Santiago Socino will leave Kingsholm at the end of the season to join Agen in Fran…

Josh Raisey

16 Apr 2024, 2:03

Skivington and Booth react to Gloucester Challenge Cup win over Ospreys

Gloucester director of rugby George Skivington praised his side’s defence as they recorded a deserved 23-13 victory over Ospreys…

13 Apr 2024, 2:17

Ospreys booted out of Europe by Gloucester's Carreras

Gloucester have beaten the Ospreys 23-13 in a tightly contested Challenge Cup quarter-final at Kingsholm - largely thanks to the b…

12 Apr 2024, 14:07

Adam Hastings to make injury return in Challenge Cup quarter-final

Gloucester fly-half Adam Hastings is set to make his return from injury on Friday against the Ospreys in the Challenge Cup quarter…

Josh Raisey

11 Apr 2024, 5:17

Adam Hastings agrees Glasgow return next season

Adam Hastings will return to Glasgow Warriors next season after a three-year spell with Gloucester, as reported by RugbyPass.

Josh Raisey

10 Apr 2024, 4:15

'A big man now': Bulked-up Llewellyn tipped to fill void left by North

Gloucester director of rugby George Skivington believes Max Llewellyn, who has put on 7kgs since moving to the Gallagher Premiersh…

Chris Jones

09 Apr 2024, 7:49

Toulon owner may have given up on signing Zach Mercer

Toulon owner Bernard Lemaitre has moved to pour cold water on a potential move to the Cote d’Azur this summer for England intern…

Neil Fissler

08 Apr 2024, 7:45

Gloucester book Challenge Cup quarter-final spot with win over Castres

Gloucester reached the quarter-finals of the European Challenge Cup with a 30-25 victory against Castres at Kingsholm.

05 Apr 2024, 14:09

Pat Lam: We came in at halftime... I said ‘boys, you’re not far off’

Bristol Bears boss Pat Lam praised his side’s fighting spirit as they came from behind to record a fourth successive victory in …

31 Mar 2024, 2:00

Playoff dreams alive: Bristol Bears snatch crucial win at Gloucester

Bristol Bears kept themselves firmly in the play-off picture in the Gallagher Premiership as they came from behind to defeat rival…

30 Mar 2024, 10:35

Fissler Confidential: Faf too expensive? Quins line up Sinfield

Montpellier were rebuffed in a move for the 26-year-old, so they went for Billy Vunipola instead. However, the whispers are that M…

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Neil Fissler

30 Mar 2024, 3:44

'Until you have lived it and got burned, it’s very hard to react'

Having been in charge at Gloucester since the summer of 2020, you’d think he would have seen and experienced it all at Kingsholm…

Interview

Liam Heagney

30 Mar 2024, 1:11

What Italy finally winning has done for Stephen Varney at Gloucester

It was the 2020 Autumn Nations Series when the soon-to-be 23-year scrum-half was first capped by the Azzurri but until the last tw…

Liam Heagney

28 Mar 2024, 10:15

Bath add Regan Grace to European roster; Sale re-sign WillGriff John

Regan Grace appears to be even closer to making his competitive debut for Bath after the winger was added to the high-flying Premi…

Jon Newcombe

28 Mar 2024, 7:15

George Skivington: The Zach Mercer 'ability you couldn’t coach'

Skivington believes in-form Mercer is still a potential Borthwick pick for the upcoming summer tour to Japan and New Zealand despi…

Liam Heagney

27 Mar 2024, 6:54

The Gloucester verdict on the NFL progress of Louis Rees-Zammit

The ex-Wales winger quit rugby in January to take on a 10-week international player pathway crash course that could ultimately lea…

Liam Heagney

26 Mar 2024, 9:17

'It’s an unstructured situation and guys like Mercer thrive off that'

It was the ideal way for the Cherry and Whites to resume their league campaign, seven days after defeating the Tigers in the Premi…

23 Mar 2024, 2:51

Fissler Confidential: Owen Farrell's replacement... and a Bok rebuffing

Toulon and Montpellier are among the Top 14 clubs exploring the possibility of taking Munster outside centre Antoine Frisch back t…

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Neil Fissler

23 Mar 2024, 1:52

Gloucester tame Tigers again by snatching win late

Stephen Varney’s late try allowed Gloucester to get the better of Leicester for a second Friday night in a row as they resumed t…

22 Mar 2024, 15:06

Fissler Confidential: Tuilagi due in Bayonne, Leicester's new centre

England centre Manu Tuilagi is due in Bayonne on Monday for talks that could finally settle his future despite a double-late bid f…

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Neil Fissler

16 Mar 2024, 3:54

Gloucester lift Premiership Rugby Cup with comeback victory over Leicester

Gloucester lifted the Premiership Rugby Cup for the first time with a 23-13 comeback victory over Leicester at Kingsholm.

16 Mar 2024, 3:21

Gloucester change two for Prem Cup final as Pollard returns for Tigers

Gloucester and Leicester Tigers have named their squads for the Premiership Rugby Cup final at Kingsholm on Friday, with the first…

Josh Raisey

14 Mar 2024, 7:20

Gloucester statement: The signing of Christian Wade from Racing

It was February 27 when we first published the rumour that the former England winger was being lined up for a switch to Kingsholm …

Liam Heagney

13 Mar 2024, 12:22

Gloucester sign Wales No10 Gareth Anscombe

Gloucester have announced the signing of Wales fly-half Gareth Anscombe ahead of next season, as reported by RugbyPass.

Josh Raisey

12 Mar 2024, 12:27

Former England centre Atkinson retires with immediate effect

Gloucester and former England centre Mark Atkinson has announced his retirement from professional rugby following a serious knee i…

Ian Cameron

11 Mar 2024, 3:15

Wales fly-half Gareth Anscombe signs for Gloucester

RugbyPass last week reported that Anscombe had been spotted getting a guided tour of Kingsholm after they were knocked back by Ire…

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Neil Fissler

05 Mar 2024, 4:03

Italy back row Jake Polledri announces retirement aged 28

Italy and Zebre back row Jake Polledri has announced his immediate retirement from rugby after failing to recover from his "catast…

Josh Raisey

04 Mar 2024, 4:30

Gloucester back-rower Harry Taylor makes loan switch

The immediate effect switch from the Gallagher Premiership will enable the 22-year-old to go straight into the team for a start in…

Liam Heagney

01 Mar 2024, 4:34

Gareth Anscombe visits Kingsholm as Gloucester hunt new fly-half

Adam Hastings confirmed his departure earlier this month after contract talks with the Cherry and Whites stalled at the last minut…

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Neil Fissler

29 Feb 2024, 7:08

Gloucester look to Christian Wade to fill Louis Rees-Zammit vacancy

Rees-Zammit is ironically on the NFL's International Player Pathway (IPP) since January, the same programme that the 32-year-old W…

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Neil Fissler

27 Feb 2024, 10:23

Fissler Confidential: Burns to Munster agreed as Tigers hunt Wallaby

Leicester Tigers head coach Dan McKellar is looking to go shopping in his native Australia as he endeavours to strengthen his Welf…

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Neil Fissler

24 Feb 2024, 1:28

Mercer opens up on his 'debate' with Borthwick after Six Nations snub

Zach Mercer has been quite outspoken about his ongoing England omission and as a result there have been fears that he has sabotage…

Josh Raisey

24 Feb 2024, 1:10

Zach Mercer addresses Top 14 return rumours amid England exile

As soon as Gloucester No8 Zach Mercer missed out on the England A squad to face Portugal this weekend, rumours began to swirl over…

Josh Raisey

22 Feb 2024, 1:31

Gloucester's Alex Hearle to reunite with Steve Diamond at Newcastle

The 25-year-old will team up in the north east with his former Worcester Warriors boss Steve Diamond, who is working as consultant…

Josh Raisey

20 Feb 2024, 3:00

Spurned England No8 Zach Mercer linked with Top 14 U-turn - report

After only signing for Gloucester at the beginning of the season from Montpellier, No8 Zach Mercer is already attracting the inter…

Josh Raisey

19 Feb 2024, 2:03

Gloucester part ways with veteran after short stint at Kingsholm

Gloucester have confirmed that veteran scrum-half Micky Young has left the club following the conclusion of his short-term deal.

Josh Raisey

16 Feb 2024, 4:57

Cardiff secure signing of versatile Gloucester forward Ben Donnell

Cardiff have confirmed the signing of versatile forward Ben Donnell from Gloucester for next season, as originally reported by Rug…

Josh Raisey

16 Feb 2024, 3:38

Premiership trio decline to comment on reported Saudi Arabian investment

Newcastle, Gloucester and Northampton have declined to comment following a report they are among four Gallagher Premiership clubs …

01 Feb 2024, 6:47

Danny Cipriani confirms his retirement from rugby

Danny Cipriani has retired from professional rugby and declared it a “sobering but also freeing moment”.

31 Jan 2024, 13:45

'None of us had heard from him': May on LRZ's emotional club exit

Two weeks have passed since former Wales winger Louis Rees-Zammit shocked the rugby world by confirming his immediate departure to…

Josh Raisey

30 Jan 2024, 1:47

George Skivington glad to end ‘painful’ nine-match losing run with win over Sale

Gloucester head coach George Skivington was happy to end a “painful” run of nine Premiership defeats with their bonus-point 32…

28 Jan 2024, 10:13

Gloucester end nine-game Premiership losing run with victory over Sale

Gloucester broke their miserable run of nine consecutive Premiership defeats with a morale-boosting win over Sale at Kingsholm.

28 Jan 2024, 9:27

Val Rapava-Ruskin pledges his commitment with new deal

Gloucester Rugby have today revealed that prop forward Val Rapava-Ruskin has signed a new long term deal.

Grant Constable

24 Jan 2024, 5:43

The capped England XV potentially playing in the Top 14 next season

The trickle of England internationals making the move to the Top 14 continued on Monday as Racing 92 confirmed the signing of Sara…

Josh Raisey

23 Jan 2024, 8:16

'I don't think England have enough quality to ignore the overseas rule'

Lawrence Dallaglio has called for England to address their current overseas rule, claiming the "financial landscape" of rugby has …

Josh Raisey

22 Jan 2024, 8:34

Dominant second half sees Gloucester ease past Castres in Challenge Cup

Gloucester made it four wins from four in EPCR Challenge Cup Pool Three with a comprehensive 35-5 victory over Castres at Kingshol…

19 Jan 2024, 14:33

George Skivington gives insight into LRZ mindset after NFL bombshell

Star wing has left a void for club and country.

17 Jan 2024, 8:55

Harlequins sign Gloucester lock Arthur Clark as emergency injury cover

Harlequins have signed lock Arthur Clark from Gloucester on a short-term loan deal as cover for the injured Stephan Lewies and Din…

Josh Raisey

17 Jan 2024, 5:42

'A rollercoaster': Gatland on how Rees-Zammit's rugby exit unfolded

Wales head coach Warren Gatland has revealed that he only found out about winger Louis Rees-Zammit's departure from rugby to join …

Josh Raisey

16 Jan 2024, 7:10

Zach Mercer earns Gloucester victory in tight affair in Edinburgh

Gloucester clinched their place in the last 16 of the EPCR Challenge Cup as they held on for a narrow 21-20 win at Edinburgh on Sa…

13 Jan 2024, 13:40

Borthwick selects Skivington to coach England A against Portugal

Gloucester head coach George Skivington has been selected by Steve Borthwick and RFU director of performance Conor O'Shea to coach…

Josh Raisey

10 Jan 2024, 5:14

Clive Woodward wades into debate over 'ludicrous passage of play'

Some fans, including England loosehead Joe Marler, branded the sequence of 12 kicks in a row at The Rec as the dullest 60-plus sec…

Liam Heagney

10 Jan 2024, 1:10

Jacques Nienaber weighs in on strange kicking loophole shown in Premiership

After a weekend of Gallagher Premiership action which contained possible the match of the season so far, Northampton Saints' win o…

Josh Raisey

08 Jan 2024, 9:38

Johann van Graan braces Bath for brutal 3 week window

Bath head of rugby Johann van Graan has braced his Gallagher Premiership title contenders for “a massive challenge”.

08 Jan 2024, 1:54

Tom de Glanville scores two tries as Bath inflict more misery on Gloucester

Full-back Tom de Glanville scored two tries as Gallagher Premiership title contenders Bath returned to winning ways by beating wes…

07 Jan 2024, 9:32

Doncaster Knights sign ex-England U20 seccond row Charlie Beckett

Doncaster Knights have confirmed the signing of lock Charlie Beckett from Ealing Trailfinders for the remaining part of the 2023/2…

Ian Cameron

05 Jan 2024, 7:10

Charlie Atkinson ‘excited to make his mark’ at Gloucester after leaving Tigers

Gloucester have completed the signing of fly-half Charlie Atkinson from Leicester.

26 Dec 2023, 11:28

Adam Hastings misses late penalty as Gloucester defeated by Northampton

Adam Hastings missed a 45-metre angled penalty with the last kick of the match as Gloucester suffered a 31-29 Gallagher Premiershi…

23 Dec 2023, 10:04

Pat Lam reveals when Premiership squad cuts are expected to be imposed

Bristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam does not expect maximum squad sizes to be imposed on Gallagher Premiership clubs as part o…

Chris Jones

21 Dec 2023, 8:37

Argentinian flair inspires Gloucester to Challenge Cup victory over Clermont

Santiago Socino ran in two crucial tries before half-time to help Gloucester to a 28-17 Challenge Cup victory over Clermont at Kin…

15 Dec 2023, 14:39

Steve Borthwick handed boost amid England back row injury crisis

Of the back row that started for England in the World Cup semi-final against South Africa in October, Courtney Lawes has since ret…

Josh Raisey

14 Dec 2023, 5:13

With over 200 appearances, Gloucester captain makes decision on future

Gloucester Rugby have today confirmed that club captain, Lewis Ludlow, has penned a new deal to stay with the Cherry & Whites at K…

Grant Constable

13 Dec 2023, 5:46

Gloucester end losing run with victory over Black Lion in Georgia

George Barton ended Gloucester’s losing streak by kicking five penalties to clinch a 15-10 European Challenge Cup victory over t…

09 Dec 2023, 8:05

The message to players as troubled Gloucester face exotic European fixture

George Skivington, the under-pressure Gloucester director of rugby, has demanded his players rediscover their famous “dog” to …

Chris Jones

07 Dec 2023, 2:48

England must follow South Africa's lead to achieve any success again

It’s fair to say that English rugby has seen better days. The now ring-fenced Premiership has been reduced to just 10 teams afte…

Opinion

Daniel Gallan

05 Dec 2023, 1:16

Gloucester chief pens open letter to fans after dismal start to the season

Gloucester chief executive Alex Brown has urged supporters to “stay with us” after a dismal start to the Gallagher Premiership…

04 Dec 2023, 3:39

What most pleased Pat Lam in 'no mean feat' win over Gloucester

Gloucester were blown away to trail 41-7 after only 50 minutes but Bristol replaced impressive half-backs Callum Sheedy and Harry …

02 Dec 2023, 10:16

New Bristol points record as Gloucester fall to sixth loss in a row

The Bears led 41-7 early in the second half before relaxing to allow Gloucester a hint of respectability, but they were comfortabl…

02 Dec 2023, 8:19

Home oxygen chamber helps rehab - 'It's out of Zach’s own pocket'

The number eight has missed Gloucester’s last four league games.

28 Nov 2023, 9:00

Springbok hero Handre Pollard credited with 'best kicking game in the Premiership'

Gloucester head coach George Skivington believed his side was “pinged off the park” after seeing them crash to a third consecu…

25 Nov 2023, 12:29

Yellow cards crucial as Gloucester fall to a fifth successive loss

Leicester wing Ollie Hassell-Collins scored two tries as Gloucester’s miserable form continued in a 38-20 loss for a fifth conse…

25 Nov 2023, 9:10

Gloucester boss warns young No10 ahead of clash with 'best of the best' Springbok

Gloucester boss George Skivington has rated Handre Pollard as the best No10 in the world and warned young fly-half George Barton t…

Chris Jones

23 Nov 2023, 3:52

Surgery rules England hopeful out of the Six Nations

Gloucester prop Val Rapava-Ruskin has suffered a “devastating blow” in his bid to break into the England squad, with knee surg…

Chris Jones

21 Nov 2023, 8:02

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