McCall bags Saracens performance after narrowly avoiding shock upset
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'I'd like a game where we're more than a score ahead at the end'
.Northampton Saints director of rugby Phil Dowson feels his side must be more clinical after they nearly let a commanding lead sli…
PA
15 Oct 2022, 10:51
Watch: 'Rees-Zammit has come up with an extraordinary play here'
Louis Rees-Zammit has carved out an enviable reputation for scoring tries but Gloucester were left celebrating his ability on the …
Liam Heagney
15 Oct 2022, 10:23
Nerve-jangling finish as Northampton hold off Newcastle
Northampton Saints held off a Newcastle Falcons fightback to secure a nerve-jangling 32-31 win at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Ga…
PA
15 Oct 2022, 9:37
Late Hastings kick tips pulsating encounter in favour of Gloucester
Adam Hastings kicked a late penalty to give Gloucester a thrilling 31-28 Gallagher Premiership victory over Bristol at Kingsholm. …
PA
15 Oct 2022, 9:24
'I'm grieving': Lawrence Dallaglio breaks silence on Wasps' demise
Wasps legend Lawrence Dallaglio has broken his silence on the RFU suspension of the club from the Gallagher Premiership after they…
Liam Heagney
15 Oct 2022, 7:19
Danny Cipriani claims 'there is too much ego and fear in rugby'
Former England international Danny Cipriani has called on Gallagher Premiership rugby to quickly heed the wake-up call that is the…
Liam Heagney
15 Oct 2022, 6:27
The 'big difference' between Sale this season and last
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson believes an attacking verve has helped Sale make a strong start to the Gallagher Premiership…
PA
15 Oct 2022, 1:31
Sale too strong for London Irish as they coast to victory
Five-try Sale Sharks eased to a 37-14 victory over London Irish at the AJ Bell Stadium.
PA
14 Oct 2022, 15:16
'We always have problem clubs... but everybody is very honest'
Premiership Rugby chief executive Simon Massie-Taylor has admitted there are no quick fixes as the English professional club game …
PA
14 Oct 2022, 9:17
'Every Tuesday we look to embrace chaos, look to make them fail'
Chaos at training on Tuesdays has been the key ingredient in helping Sale to improve their on-field behaviour in this season’s G…
Liam Heagney
14 Oct 2022, 7:34
Rob Howley calls on new Wasps owners 'to do the right things'
Rob Howley, who tasted Premiership and Heineken Cup glory with Wasps, has called on whoever ends up in charge of the financially s…
Steffan Thomas
14 Oct 2022, 6:54
How Ben Loader 'took it on the chin' at Irish and came back better
London Irish Declan Kidney had lauded the impressive reminder that one-time England prospect Ben Loader gave to him about his tale…
Liam Heagney
14 Oct 2022, 4:42
The 'nowhere near' Exeter update on Nowell contract negotiations
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter has delivered an update on the Gallagher Premiership club’s contract negotiations with Engla…
Liam Heagney
14 Oct 2022, 2:35
Saracens salary cap scandal contributed to mess we're in - Andy Goode
The RFU and PRL have finally publicly acknowledged the need for change but action is needed quickly to transform the governance of…
Andy Goode
14 Oct 2022, 1:43
Sanderson: The 'really smart and concise' Lucy Wray interview
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has described the loss of Worcester and Wasps from this season’s Gallagher Premiership as a tragedy, bu…
Liam Heagney
14 Oct 2022, 1:39
'Extraordinary times' - Exeter boss Tony Rowe pens open letter
Exeter Chiefs Chairman and Chief Executive Tony Rowe has penned a gushing open letter to the club's faithful in what he has descri…
Ian Cameron
13 Oct 2022, 11:57
Gloucester statement: Mark Atkinson ruled out for rest of season
England prospect Mark Atkinson will miss the rest of the 2022/23 season following an injury sustained while playing for Gloucester…
Liam Heagney
13 Oct 2022, 9:15
Football is killing rugby claims sports finance expert
Rugby union’s reluctance to address football’s commercial dominance has contributed to the crises which have engulfed Premiers…
PA
13 Oct 2022, 8:59
The 'incredibly ambitious' Leicester verdict on Genge replacement
Steve Borthwick has delivered a glowing verdict on the impact so far at Leicester of James Cronin, the loosehead signed during the…
Liam Heagney
13 Oct 2022, 8:27
Premiership Rugby and RFU issue joint statement on Wasps
Premiership Rugby and the RFU have issued a joint statement following Wednesday’s suspension of the financially troubled Wasps f…
Liam Heagney
13 Oct 2022, 7:31
Statement throws Dan Biggar's Autumn Nations Series into doubt
A Northampton Saints statement has thrown doubt on Dan Biggar's participation in the Autumn Nation Series this afternoon.
Ian Cameron
13 Oct 2022, 7:11
What next for Wasps and crisis hit English club rugby?
The four-time Premiership champions have joined Worcester in being suspended from the Gallagher Premiership.
PA
13 Oct 2022, 6:39
An 'are people still mad at Nigel Wray' post has fired up Twitter
Retired Saracens second row Jim Hamilton has fired up Twitter with a post wondering if rugby fans were still mad at Nigel Wray for…
Liam Heagney
13 Oct 2022, 5:34
'Since I've been at this club, I've never laid eyes on Colin Goldring'
Murray McCallum lost his father, then his job, but remains a beacon of positivity as the former Worcester Warrior searches for a n…
Interview
Jamie Lyall
13 Oct 2022, 4:21
11-team league leaves Leicester without a home game for 50 days
Defending Gallagher Premiership champions Leicester are set to be hit hard in the pocket in the coming weeks as the reduction of t…
Liam Heagney
13 Oct 2022, 2:22
Saracens wickedly troll Bristol with Earl contract extension video
Saracens have brilliantly trolled Bristol on social media with their coverage of Ben Earl agreeing to a contract extension with th…
Liam Heagney
13 Oct 2022, 1:38
'He reminds me of Shane Williams... they are very similar'
Newcastle boss Dave Walder believes Pumas wing Mateo Carreras has the same elusive skills that made Shane Williams.
Chris Jones
13 Oct 2022, 1:34
RFU statement: Wasps' Gallagher Premiership suspension confirmed
Financially stricken Wasps have been officially suspended by the RFU from participation in the Gallagher Premiership until further…
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2022, 11:17
The 'common sense' reasons why Rob Baxter wants 10-team Premiership
Exeter boss Rob Baxter has explained at length why he believes a ten-team Gallagher Premiership could be the best solution for the…
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2022, 9:20
Exeter statement: Friendly to replace called-off Wasps game
Exeter have moved quickly to fill the sudden void in their match calendar, announcing that they will host Bristol in a friendly at…
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2022, 8:43
Curtis Rona has left London Irish with immediate effect
Former Wallabies midfielder Curtis Rona has quit London Irish with immediate effect to take up an opportunity in Japan. A recent m…
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2022, 8:02
Wasps' 358-word statement: Administration, called-off Exeter match
Wasps have issued a 358-word statement explaining why they will fall into administration in the coming day and won’t play their …
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2022, 6:18
Players told at lunchtime that Wasps have gone into administration
Cash-strapped Wasps will fall into administration in the coming days after their attempt to play for time to seek out fresh invest…
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2022, 5:46
Bristol confirm surgery has ruled Randall out of the England mix
England scrum-half Harry Randall has been ruled out of contention for the autumn Tests after undergoing surgery on a torn hamstrin…
PA
12 Oct 2022, 5:20
London Irish address the speculation that Curtis Rona went AWOL
Declan Kidney has responded to speculation that ex-Wallabies midfielder Curtis Rona went AWOL at London Irish amid speculation tha…
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2022, 5:01
RFU statement: Vunipola banned for 'very high level' recklessness
Mako Vunipola has been banned following his red card in last Sunday’s Gallagher Premiership win for Saracens at Newcastle - but …
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2022, 4:16
Sale statement: 'Huge coup' regarding in-demand du Preez twins
Sale have finally come clean on their big social media tease, revealing that South African twins Jean-Luc and Dan du Preez have bo…
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2022, 4:01
The 'very standard, boring message' from Baxter on Exeter vs Wasps
Rob Baxter has reacted to speculation over the status of next Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership fixture where rejuvenated Exeter …
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2022, 2:52
'At Exeter I'd issues, I used that as a learning and I'm thankful'
Nemani Nadolo is proud that he will soon leave the Gallagher Premiership with his head held very high following his exemplary two-…
Interview
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2022, 1:20
The Worcester 'slating' that Ollie Lawrence just cannot accept
Pained at the demise of Worcester, England centre Ollie Lawrence has fired a broadside at co-owners Colin Goldring and Jason Whitt…
PA
12 Oct 2022, 1:06
Wasps as we know it 'very unlikely' to continue
Exclusive
Paul Smith
11 Oct 2022, 12:22
'Brutally honest': Nadolo on World Cup 2023 and quitting Leicester
Nemani Nadolo has finally shed light on why he has quit the title-winning Leicester with less than a year to go before potentially…
Liam Heagney
11 Oct 2022, 10:23
'Don't mention a word': Sanderson silent on Sale speculation
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has refused to give anything away regarding his club’s big contract news reveal which is scheduled for …
Liam Heagney
11 Oct 2022, 9:44
Saracens statement: Two players signed from Worcester
Saracens have become the latest club to bolster their squad following the tragic demise of Worcester, with Mark McCall adding Tom …
Liam Heagney
11 Oct 2022, 9:20
'I actually like the fact Lawrence speaks the way that he does'
Former Scotland second row Jim Hamilton has backed Lawrence Dallaglio for his much-criticised show of support for the financial tr…
Liam Heagney
11 Oct 2022, 7:13
Ex-Newcastle owner Mike Ashley interested in buying Wasps - report
Former Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley has reportedly held talks about taking over the financially stricken Wasps, who are in d…
Liam Heagney
11 Oct 2022, 2:01
Bath statement: Two loan deals, including Lawrence, made permanent
The future of England midfielder Ollie Lawrence has been decided as he has signed a long-term deal with Bath, who have also signed…
Liam Heagney
11 Oct 2022, 1:30
Fin Smith signs for Northampton with 'immediate effect'
Fin Smith has become the latest Worcester Warrior to find a new home as the club went into partial administration last week.
Ian Cameron
10 Oct 2022, 8:45
Sale Sharks apppoint club wide 'mental health lead'
Sale Sharks have appointed their first ever mental health lead, becoming the first Gallagher Premiership club to officially partne…
Kim Ekin
10 Oct 2022, 3:51
Dallaglio under fire for 'outrageous' on air comments about Wasps
Former Engand No.8 Lawrence Dallaglio has come under fire over the weekend after appearing to suggest that financially troubled Wa…
Ian Cameron
10 Oct 2022, 1:33
Mako Vunipola 'not a dirty player' insists Saracens boss after red card
Saracens head coach Joe Shaw defended Mako Vunipola’s disciplinary record after a reckless clear-out.
PA
09 Oct 2022, 13:11
Umaga red carded again as Saints snatch late win at Wasps
Courtnall Skosan’s last-gasp try gave Northampton Saints an extraordinary 40-36 victory over Wasps, as the visitors scored twice…
PA
09 Oct 2022, 9:43
'If Eddie is watching, it's going to be difficult to keep him out'
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson believes scrum-half Raffi Quirke can make an irresistible case for an England recall after h…
PA
09 Oct 2022, 1:00
Ollie Lawrence's Bath future in doubt after Van Graan comments
Ollie Lawrence’s immediate future is in doubt after an impressive Bath debut was followed by an admission from head coach Johann…
PA
08 Oct 2022, 10:59
Bath lose again despite dominating second half versus Gloucester
The search by Bath for their first win of the season continues after their forward-led fightback fell agonisingly short in a 21-17…
PA
08 Oct 2022, 10:10
Quirke-inspired Sale go top after bonus-point win at Leicester
Half-time replacement Raffi Quirke inspired Sale to a memorable 26-16 victory at Gallagher Premiership champions Leicester that ma…
PA
08 Oct 2022, 9:54
BT presenter curiously casts doubt on next weekend's Wasps fixture
BT Sport rugby frontman Craig Doyle has ignited speculation about Wasps, the financially stricken Gallagher Premiership club.
Liam Heagney
08 Oct 2022, 9:12
'These are the special games and they have the gravitas'
Sale boss Alex Sanderson hasn’t shied away from acknowledging the importance of this Saturday’s trip by his unbeaten Sharks to…
Liam Heagney
08 Oct 2022, 2:25
How Freddie Clarke became an overnight success at the age of 29
Imagine becoming an overnight success at the age of 29. That is essentially what happened to Gloucester academy graduate Freddie C…
Liam Heagney
08 Oct 2022, 2:05
Six changes for winless Bath, including a debut for Ollie Lawrence
Out-of-favour England midfielder Ollie Lawrence has been given an immediate chance to quickly continue his club career as he has b…
Liam Heagney
07 Oct 2022, 5:50
As many as a quarter of Worcester's squad could leave rugby
As many as a quarter of the Worcester Warriors squad could end up leaving rugby as the beleaguered side go through the process of …
Ian Cameron
07 Oct 2022, 5:13
Why Stuart Hogg considered walking away from rugby
Scotland fullback Stuart Hogg admits that he has thought about walking away from rugby due to the abuse he receives playing the ga…
Ian Cameron
07 Oct 2022, 3:53
The chink of light in latest statement about Worcester - Andy Goode
The RFU and PRL may have suspended Worcester for the rest of this season but they should leave the door ajar and reflect on their …
Opinion
Andy Goode
07 Oct 2022, 1:50
The early season Bristol verdict on Sheedy vs MacGinty No10 battle
Pat Lam has given his verdict on having Wales’ Callum Sheedy going head to head this season with the USA’s AJ MacGinty for the…
Liam Heagney
07 Oct 2022, 1:21
Northampton statement: Dan Biggar to leave at end of this season
Wales fly-half Dan Biggar is to leave Northampton at the end of the season. The 32-year-old joined Saints from the Ospreys in 2018…
PA
07 Oct 2022, 1:07
Ex-Ireland hooker reveals the club that Rory Sutherland is joining
Lions prop Rory Sutherland has reportedly found himself a new club in the URC, but it isn’t with any of the teams he was initial…
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2022, 14:07
Joe Batley becomes the latest Worcester player to find a new club
Joe Batley has become the latest Worcester player to find alternative employment, the forward finding a new club just a day after …
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2022, 13:33
RFU statement: Worcester suspended from Premiership for rest of season
The Warriors’ Premiership future had been left in doubt after the club was partially liquidated on Wednesday.
PA
06 Oct 2022, 10:13
'Will never forgive those responsible': Players wade in on Worcester demise
As the dust settles on the demise of Worcester Warriors, a whole range of emotions regarding the fiasco continue to be shared on s…
Ian Cameron
06 Oct 2022, 8:26
Wasps explain Barbeary op logic, give verdict on Koch's first week
Wasps have explained why they decided to have the hamstring injury sustained by England hopeful Alfie Barbeary operated on rather …
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2022, 7:47
RFU statement: Referees complain over physical appearance feedback
Ten referees in England have raised concerns in an external RFU investigation about potential barriers to progression and feedback…
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2022, 4:17
'If you are talking about straight line speed then it would be Adam'
International wings Adman Radwan and Mateo Carreras, arguably the fastest double act in the Premiership, are being backed to deliv…
Chris Jones
06 Oct 2022, 3:49
The canny 'saw your head drop' input George Ford is having at Sale
New signing George Ford is still a number of months away from making his Sale debut but Alex Sanderson has hailed the influence th…
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2022, 3:43
'It's never nice to see, I've been through something similarish'
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has explained why he has every sympathy for Worcester following the liquidation of their squad this week -…
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2022, 2:39
The 'miss you' Ben Earl tweet that Bristol had to quickly clarify
The Bristol Bears social media team were in overdrive this week, excelling with its coverage of the club's signing of Max Malins f…
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2022, 1:34
Six key questions surrounding the plight of Worcester
The future of Worcester hangs by a thread after a company which holds the club’s player contracts was wound up, effectively leav…
PA
05 Oct 2022, 11:28
Gloucester sign Mayco Vivas with immediate effect
Gloucester have signed prop Mayco Vivas with immediate effect following the completion of his Rugby Championship campaign with Arg…
Liam Heagney
05 Oct 2022, 11:16
The salty six-word Ted Hill reaction to Prem boss Massie-Taylor
Frustrated Ted Hill quickly fired back a six-word reply on social media following the publication of a statement on the Worcester …
Liam Heagney
05 Oct 2022, 9:55
What Wasps' players were told Wednesday about second court filing
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has shed light on the latest goings-on at the financially troubled Gallagher Premiership club, revealing t…
Liam Heagney
05 Oct 2022, 8:34
RFU statement: Premiership relegation confirmed for Worcester
The RFU has explained it will wait a few days before making a definitive decision on whether Worcester will remain suspended for t…
Liam Heagney
05 Oct 2022, 7:45
Damning 52-word 'darkest day for English rugby' Steve Diamond post
Worcester boss Steve Diamond has branded Wednesday, October 5, as the darkest day for English rugby. The Warriors director of rugb…
Liam Heagney
05 Oct 2022, 5:54
Ted Hill posts emotional 'unbelievably sad day' Worcester message
England international Ted Hill has tweeted his thanks to Worcester on what he described as an unbelievably sad day for the suspend…
Liam Heagney
05 Oct 2022, 5:13
'On the lash' pictures and texts have made Jonny Hill a hit at Sale
Sale have hailed the immediate impact that new signing Jonny Hill has made in his short time so far at the Manchester-based Gallag…
Liam Heagney
05 Oct 2022, 4:39
Company holding the Worcester player contracts has been wound up
A company which holds Worcester Warriors rugby club player contracts has been wound up by a judge in a specialist court. HM Revenu…
PA
05 Oct 2022, 3:45
Saracens' 'difficult decision' reaction to Malins joining Bristol
Saracens have given their reaction to the decision by England international Max Malins to rejoin Bristol for the 2023/24 season. T…
Liam Heagney
05 Oct 2022, 2:26
'Hope to carry on where I left off': Bristol sign Max Malins
Bristol have confirmed that England international Max Malins will join them from Saracens for the second time in July 2023. The wi…
Liam Heagney
04 Oct 2022, 10:19
Wasps statement: Second notice to appoint administrators is filed
Wasps have bought more time in their bid to lift the financially stricken club out of its crisis by filing a second notice of inte…
PA
04 Oct 2022, 9:50
Skivington's Gloucester promise: 'That's not the route we go down'
George Skivington has admitted he won’t be following local rivals Bath and recruiting a raft of new players from crisis-hit Worc…
Liam Heagney
04 Oct 2022, 9:27
Likely liquidation on Wednesday set to accelerate Worcester exodus
Worcester face liquidation at the High Court on Wednesday in a development that is expected to initiate an exodus of players from …
PA
04 Oct 2022, 8:36
'I don't know why they've signed a 10 at the back end of his career'
Former Leicester lock Jim Hamilton has questioned the wisdom of the Tigers shelling out a massive amount of money to sign Springbo…
Liam Heagney
04 Oct 2022, 5:56
Ex-England player doesn't want 'bang average' Welsh in Premiership
Former England international Andy Goode has explained why he doesn’t want Welsh clubs joining the Gallagher Premiership now or a…
Liam Heagney
04 Oct 2022, 4:48
Why England boss Jones isn't smiling about Prem's high try count
The towering try counts which continue to mark out this season’s Gallagher Premiership might just be irking England boss Eddie J…
Opinion
Stefan Frost
04 Oct 2022, 3:40
Sam Simmonds breaks silence on quitting Exeter for Montpellier
Sam Simmonds has explained why he is quitting Exeter for Montpellier next season, a move that will prevent him from being selected…
Liam Heagney
04 Oct 2022, 2:04
The Diamond 'mess' reaction to Worcester quartet joining Bath
Worcester boss Steve Diamond has tweeted his reaction to four Warriors players joining Bath on loan this week. The Sixways club is…
Liam Heagney
04 Oct 2022, 1:35
Will Muir injury is season ending confirm Bath
Bath winger Will Muir won't play this term again after sustaining a season-ending injury in training - the club have confirmed.Â
Kim Ekin
03 Oct 2022, 13:43
Tom Curry: 'I've got full confidence in my long-term health'
The England flanker is confident he will retire with his long-term health intact because of the steps taken to mitigate the impact…
PA
03 Oct 2022, 13:12
Pollard injury 'similar' to one that ruled him out of RC
Handre Pollard, the World Cup winning Springbok outside half, is currently being assessed after suffering what Leicester have conf…
Chris Jones
03 Oct 2022, 8:25
Premiership Rugby cancel Worcester games
Premiership Rugby have moved to cancel a further two Worcester Warriors fixtures today as the crisis at the club continues.
Ian Cameron
03 Oct 2022, 6:29
'The first four players' to leave Worcester confirmed
Worcester Warriors director of rugby Steve Diamond has confirmed that four players will leave the club on loan as the struggling s…
Ian Cameron
03 Oct 2022, 3:19
'This is a disgrace' - Insurance withdrawn from Worcester players
Worcester Warriors have had to withdraw medical insurance from players, further denting hopes of a rapid return to the field for t…
Ian Cameron
02 Oct 2022, 9:31
'Me and Faz have always had something... we understand what is going on'
Elliot Daly insists a shift in mindset founded on trust has enabled Saracens to set the Gallagher Premiership ablaze through their…
PA
02 Oct 2022, 9:01
'Obviously being selected for England is out of their hands'
London Irish’s director of rugby Declan Kidney quipped that his side were “inclined to entertain†as they won a game of 13 t…
PA
02 Oct 2022, 2:03
Why finally beating Exeter is a monkey off Sale's back
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson said he is “growing in belief†after his side stuck to the game plan to beat Exeter.
PA
02 Oct 2022, 1:36
'He's lost his international place for the first time in a long time'
Elliot Daly has been backed to reclaim his England place for next year’s World Cup after inspiring Saracens to a devastating 51-…
PA
01 Oct 2022, 10:41
'Whipped off quite quickly': Pollard debut lasts just 27 minutes
Handre Pollard limped off just 27 minutes into his Leicester debut just five weeks after a knee injury prematurely ended his Rugby…
Liam Heagney
01 Oct 2022, 10:14
Dogged Sale bring an end to unbeaten Exeter start to season
Sale maintained their fine unbeaten start to the Gallagher Premiership season with a dogged 28-20 victory over in-form Exeter. Joe…
PA
01 Oct 2022, 9:34
England prospects score hat-tricks as London Irish beat Bath
Ollie Hassell-Collins and Ben Loader both scored hat-tricks as London Irish produced a breathtaking first-half.
PA
01 Oct 2022, 9:14
Pollard debuts for Leicester but England discards see rampant Saracens home
England discards Elliot Daly and Ben Earl inspired Saracens to a 51-18 rout of Leicester to avenge last season’s Gallagher Premi…
PA
01 Oct 2022, 9:03
Ryan Caldwell on the training ground punch that nearly took his life
Ireland legend Paul O'Connell described the incident as the worst moment in his career in his autobiography and now his former tea…
Ian Cameron
01 Oct 2022, 4:46
Ref mic picks up Kyle Sinckler sledge as prop's performance slated
A humourous sledge from Bristol Bears prop Kyle Sinckler was heard on the ref mic during his side's 30-15 Gallagher Premiership lo…
Ian Cameron
01 Oct 2022, 3:19
The 'tough little character' who epitomised why Newcastle were good
Newcastle boss Dave Walder hailed his side’s reaction - and the impact of Mateo Carreras - after last week’s defeat to Worcest…
PA
01 Oct 2022, 1:40
Newcastle end Bristol's winning start to Premiership season
Bristol saw their unbeaten start to the Gallagher Premiership season come to an end at Kingston Park as Mateo Carreras grabbed a b…
PA
30 Sep 2022, 14:18
Heartbroken Worcester lock responds to owners' bizarre statement
Worcester’s Joe Batley has hit out the owners of the club after a statement released this evening looked to shift blame to playe…
PA
30 Sep 2022, 13:48
Worcester owners blame players and fans in statement branded 'shameless'
Worcester Warriors owners have apportioned blame on the playing squad and on their supporters in a statement branded as 'despicabl…
Ian Cameron
30 Sep 2022, 12:24
Marcus Smith: Refereeing precedent to hit Premiership
A recent decision from French official Mathieu Raynal divided opinion on the issue.
PA
30 Sep 2022, 10:41
Bath reveal double injury blow while Dunn mullet also bites dust
Struggling Bath have had their troubling start to the new 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership worsened by the revelation that new signin…
Liam Heagney
30 Sep 2022, 5:43
Leicester pick Watson to start with Pollard also primed for debut
New marquee signings Anthony Watson and Handre Pollard are set to make their Leicester debuts this Saturday when the defending Gal…
Liam Heagney
30 Sep 2022, 5:05
Vunipola's 'adapt' warning as Saracens change two for Leicester
Billy Vunipola has issued a warning to his Saracens team after Mark McCall named an XV showing two changes to face Gallagher Premi…
Liam Heagney
30 Sep 2022, 4:32
Player exodus expected after Worcester fail to pay September wages
Crisis club Worcester are facing an exodus of players and staff after failing to meet this month’s salary commitments. Contracte…
PA
30 Sep 2022, 3:55
'Disappointing' Baxter comments haven't landed well in Worcester
Comments made by Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter to the BBC haven't been entirely well received in some parts of the Ga…
Ian Cameron
29 Sep 2022, 8:12
Walder to ask Jones if Blamire's selfless act cost him England place
Newcastle boss Dave Walder is to ask England head coach Eddie Jones if the club’s decision to use Jamie Blamire as a flanker...
Chris Jones
29 Sep 2022, 7:30
Bottom side Newcastle include Pumas duo while Bristol change five
Los Pumas centres Matias Orlando and Matias Moroni have been named to start by Newcastle in Friday night’s Gallagher Premiership…
Liam Heagney
29 Sep 2022, 4:31
England back three star Max Malins to exit Saracens - report
It is being reported by The Telegraph that England back three star Max Malins is set to leave Saracens to join Bristol Be…
Ian Cameron
29 Sep 2022, 3:24
RPA reveals players unable to terminate Worcester contracts
The RPA have revealed that Worcester Warriors players are being left in contract limbo by the unique structure of the troubled clu…
Ian Cameron
29 Sep 2022, 2:43
Ted Hill admits Worcester players need 'Plan B in place'
Club captain Ted Hill accepts that Worcester players will require a “Plan B†given the huge uncertainty surrounding Warriors 
PA
29 Sep 2022, 2:05
Worcester MP 'grateful' government placed Warriors into administration
Worcester MP Robin Walker says the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport acted on “concerns of fans, staff and player…
PA
27 Sep 2022, 7:48
'The reality is there isn't much money out there'
Gloucester head coach George Skivington has sympathised with crisis club Worcester over the “horrendous†situation Warriors fi…
PA
27 Sep 2022, 6:21
Jonny May to make first Gloucester appearance of season in West Country derby
England and Gloucester winger Jonny May is set to make his first appearance of the season for Gloucester tomorrow, two days after …
Josh Raisey
27 Sep 2022, 5:03
Diamond tweets five-word reply after Wasps' 'stands as one' message
Worcester boss Steve Diamond has tweeted his reply to a tweet from Wasps, another seriously financially troubled Gallagher Premier…
Liam Heagney
27 Sep 2022, 2:39
'This is far, far worse and far more serious'
Former Harlequins CEO Mark Evans has labelled yesterday "probably the worst day in the history of Premiership Rugby," after Worces…
Josh Raisey
27 Sep 2022, 1:16
Gloucester's Worcester message after second call-off in six months
Gloucester have sent Worcester a message after the second Gallagher Premiership game between the clubs at Kingsholm in the last si…
Liam Heagney
27 Sep 2022, 0:33
The key questions surrounding Worcester's plight
The Warriors are saddled with more than £25million of debt, with an HMRC winding-up order due in October.
PA
26 Sep 2022, 23:47
'I want to talk positively, I'm not hunting for negative things'
It’s the curse of the in-the-bag, rainy day interview - by the time you get to publish, events can have moved on rapidly. So it …
Interview
Liam Heagney
26 Sep 2022, 23:37
Worcester Warriors placed into administration
The Warriors failed to meet an RFU deadline requesting proof of insurance cover and funding for the club’s monthly payroll.
PA
26 Sep 2022, 12:20
Worcester Warriors going to the wall: A timeline
Gallagher Premiership club Worcester have made headlines for all the wrong reasons in recent weeks after being plunged into a fina…
PA
26 Sep 2022, 10:25
Illness forces Harlequins into late change
Harlequins have been forced into a late change with England prop Joe Marler being withdrawn from the matchday team.
Ian Cameron
25 Sep 2022, 6:31
'A message to those thinking the ticket price is too high in rugby'
Sale Sharks owner Simon Orange has taken to Twitter to quiz fans on ticket pricing - proposing a drop in ticket prices in certain …
Ian Cameron
25 Sep 2022, 5:57
'His old man was getting stuck into him, calling him soft'
Adam Jones has an amusing tale to tell about Jack Kenningham, the effervescent youngster who came from nowhere to make himself an …
Liam Heagney
25 Sep 2022, 2:42
The upside to why Jones thinks 'rugby is a s*** sport sometimes'
Harlequins assistant Adam Jones has explained why he thinks rugby is a crap sport at times but even that negative aspect has its u…
Liam Heagney
25 Sep 2022, 2:20
'That's something he learned off Phipps, one of world rugby's best'
London Irish head coach Les Kiss has revealed the legacy of Ben White learning the Gallagher Premiership ropes under Nick Phipps l…
Liam Heagney
25 Sep 2022, 1:00
'He's done it time and time again... He lives for those moments'
Mark McCall declared that Owen Farrell “lives for those moments†after watching Saracens’ captain kick successive conversion…
PA
25 Sep 2022, 0:34
'We had a vote yesterday whether to play or not...'
Worcester Warriors director of rugby Steve Diamond revealed his players held a vote on Friday over whether to go ahead with Saturd…
PA
24 Sep 2022, 10:50
Crisis club Worcester romp to bonus-point thrashing of Newcastle
Worcester put aside their off-field issues to romp to a 39-5 bonus-point thrashing of Newcastle in a game the crisis-hit Warriors …
PA
24 Sep 2022, 9:58
Ice-cold Owen Farrell slots winner as Saracens edge Gloucester in thriller
Owen Farrell landed a match-winning conversion in the final act of a roller-coaster Gallagher Premiership clash that saw Saracens …
PA
24 Sep 2022, 9:46
No stopping champions Leicester as Saints implode with 12 men
Freddie Steward scored a hat-trick and Chris Ashton crossed for the decisive try against his former club as Leicester rallied to s…
PA
24 Sep 2022, 9:32
Bristol confirm their best start to a league season since 1999
Bristol moved top of the Gallagher Premiership and confirmed their best start to a league season since 1999 by beating London Iris…
PA
24 Sep 2022, 9:12
The 'first thing' Borthwick thinks of when picking Freddie Steward
Freddie Steward has been chosen in the Leicester team for Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership derby at Northampton and Tigers boss …
Liam Heagney
24 Sep 2022, 3:22
Leicester explain why Anthony Watson has yet to play Prem for them
Leicester boss Steve Borthwick has explained why Tigers fans are still waiting to see new signing Anthony Watson in Gallagher Prem…
Liam Heagney
24 Sep 2022, 2:54
'I'd love to make star signings, at times you get frustrated'
New Newcastle boss Dave Walder has shared his thoughts on the financial state of rugby in England following a week in which the fu…
Liam Heagney
24 Sep 2022, 1:52
'Really uncomfortable' Wasps prognosis for latest Barbeary injury
All hope that Wasps' Alfie Barbeary had of finally becoming a capped England international in 2022 has been dashed by his latest i…
Liam Heagney
24 Sep 2022, 1:16
Sam Simmonds to join Montpellier
Multiple sources in France and England report that Exeter Chiefs No.8 Sam Simmonds will join Montpellier after the Rugby World Cup…
Ian Cameron
23 Sep 2022, 13:18
'It's diabolical it's been allowed to walk itself to the graveyard'
Steve Diamond says that Worcester will have a mindset of Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership clash against Newcastle being their la…
PA
23 Sep 2022, 6:09
'There's nothing in this group where you see he is like a sheep'
London Irish head coach Les Kiss has explained how a first Test cap with England has elevated the confidence of Will Joseph, the r…
Liam Heagney
23 Sep 2022, 4:54
Marcus Smith to make first Harlequins start after RFU declined early return
England and British and Irish Lions fly-half Marcus Smith will make his first start for Harlequins after missing last week's Galla…
Ian Cameron
23 Sep 2022, 4:45
Lion sized boost as Worcester name side for what could be final Prem game
British and Irish Lions wing Duhan van der Merwe will make his season dubut for Worcester Warriors in what could be their final Ga…
Kim Ekin
23 Sep 2022, 4:17
The Gloucester verdict on back three Carreras as the Argentina No10
Gloucester boss George Skivington has given his verdict on watching club full-back/wing Santiago Carreras become the regular start…
Liam Heagney
23 Sep 2022, 4:15
Saturday's game with Newcastle could be Worcester's last in Prem
Warriors face a Monday deadline to show that meaningful progress has been made.
PA
23 Sep 2022, 1:35
'This has been mentally the worst time I have known in rugby'
Nick Easter has survived relegation, Bloodgate and seeing an opposition coach pull out a gun at the end of a match...
Interview
Chris Jones
23 Sep 2022, 1:16
Wasps won't make same mistakes as Worcester but situation is perilous - Andy Goode
Wasps won’t make the same mistakes as Worcester but there’s no hiding from the perilous situation they find themselves in.
Andy Goode
22 Sep 2022, 10:15
Jonathan Thomas has a new job eight months after exiting Worcester
Former Worcester head coach Jonathan Thomas has landed himself a new role eight months after he left the Warriors following the ar…
Liam Heagney
22 Sep 2022, 10:11
'Most people probably think that 13 clubs are too many'
Exeter boss Rob Baxter has insisted the current number of top-flight sides is having a negative impact on the Gallagher Premiersh…
PA
22 Sep 2022, 9:55
The 'surreal, bizarre' London Irish verdict on playing with just 12
London Irish head coach Les Kiss has proudly reflected on the crazy period after half-time last Saturday where his team had to pla…
Liam Heagney
22 Sep 2022, 9:17
The 'incredibly powerful kid' starring for Andre-less Harlequins
Harlequins have given their verdict on Lennox Anyanwu, the 21-year-old who has worn the No12 jersey so far this season with Andre …
Liam Heagney
22 Sep 2022, 8:42
Ex-Premiership title winner posts dire 'two more teams' warning
Retired Gallagher Premiership title winner Jim Hamilton has warned that the top-flight in England hasn’t felt the worst of the f…
Liam Heagney
22 Sep 2022, 5:03
RFU give update on 12 noon Thursday deadline set for Worcester
Saturday’s match between Worcester and Newcastle at Sixways will take place after the financially-stricken club met all the cond…
PA
22 Sep 2022, 4:53
Six changes for Wasps as they name team despite administration
Wasps have shrugged off the devastating news that they are to appoint an administrator to help find a solution to their financial …
Liam Heagney
22 Sep 2022, 4:30
'Own worst enemy': Steve Lansdown on rugby's 'black hole' economics
Bristol owner Steve Lansdown insists Premiership Rugby must generate more revenue after describing investing in the English club g…
PA
22 Sep 2022, 3:36
The 'right on the edge' hunch Gloucester have about Jack Singleton
Gloucester boss George Skivington has praised hooker Jack Singleton for his can-do attitude in offsetting his England frustrations…
Liam Heagney
22 Sep 2022, 1:49
The 'every second' promise Leicester have made about Nemani Nadolo
Steve Borthwick has called on Leicester to appreciate every last second Nemani Nadolo will spend at the English club before his mi…
Liam Heagney
22 Sep 2022, 1:29
Explained: What's going wrong in English club rugby
Financial issues are plaguing the Gallagher Premiership.
PA
21 Sep 2022, 14:48
Wasps statement: Club's 138-word response to administration reports
Wasps have issued a 138-word statement following reports on Wednesday that the financially stricken Gallagher Premiership club had…
Liam Heagney
21 Sep 2022, 12:12
Wasps going into administration and facing relegation - reports
Financially troubled Wasps are poised to enter administration, a development that will leave them vulnerable to relegation from th…
Liam Heagney
21 Sep 2022, 11:17
'Am I allowed to say? I think he is available'
Marcus Smith is poised to play his first match of the season for Harlequins next Sunday at Exeter after assistant coach Adam Jones…
Interview
Liam Heagney
21 Sep 2022, 8:43
'All parties remain concerned': Worcester given two RFU deadlines
The continued participation of Worcester in the 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership has been thrown into yet more doubt after the RFU is…
Liam Heagney
21 Sep 2022, 6:51
Easter slams 'false promises' and retweets damning Worcester story
Former England back-rower Nick Easter has tweeted his frustration over the ongoing saga of broken promises at crisis club Worceste…
Liam Heagney
21 Sep 2022, 1:49
'It's incredible that he is back and fighting, he is revved up'
Gloucester boss George Skivington has described the incredible fightback that Jake Polledri has gone through to get back into prof…
Interview
Liam Heagney
20 Sep 2022, 9:27
Worcester delay naming team but insist they will play Gloucester
Crisis club Worcester have insisted their Premiership Rugby Cup game against Gloucester on Wednesday is set to go ahead as planned…
PA
20 Sep 2022, 6:21
Irish bolster squad with two front rowers and a back from Scotland
London Irish have bolstered their Gallagher Premiership front row resources by bringing in two short-term signings from Edinburgh,…
Liam Heagney
20 Sep 2022, 3:42
Red-carded Sale prop Schonert banned after head-on-head charge
Sale prop Nick Schonert has been banned for three matches following his first-half red card last Saturday versus Bath in the Galla…
Liam Heagney
20 Sep 2022, 3:05
Steve Diamond comments won't fill Worcester faithful with hope
The financially-strapped club were beaten 36-21 by Exeter on Sunday.
PA
18 Sep 2022, 11:28
Sale boss Alex Sanderson addresses Nick Schonert red card
Alex Sanderson saluted Sale Sharks’ “togetherness and grit†after they overcame an early red card to claim a second successi…
PA
18 Sep 2022, 5:45
'A bad day in the office' - Blackett unhappy as Wasps flop at home
Lee Blackett called for his side to cut out the mistakes after Wasps fell to a 23-8 defeat at home against Bristol in the Gallaghe…
PA
18 Sep 2022, 3:32
'New Zealand was massive for my development... I'd recommend it to anyone'
Joe Marchant was at it again on Saturday, the midfielder demonstrating his invaluable backline flexibility by filling in on the Ha…
Interview
Liam Heagney
18 Sep 2022, 1:42
'I've learned recently to be more self-deprecating than arrogant'
Spotting the lesser spotted things has become a trademark of Healey since he swapped the boots for commentary booth, going on to b…
Interview
Liam Heagney
18 Sep 2022, 1:00
McCall defends England policy that helped Saracens and hurt Quins
Saracens boss Mark McCall admitted his England players were key to turning the tide against Harlequins as he defended the flexibil…
PA
17 Sep 2022, 11:02
Northampton explain failure to capitalise against 12-man Irish
Northampton director of rugby Phil Dowson admitted his team played far better against 15 men than they did against twelve during t…
PA
17 Sep 2022, 10:44
Early Schonert red card is no hindrance as Sale outclass Bath
Sale Sharks overcame an early red card for prop Nick Schonert to beat Bath 37-20 and claim their second Gallagher Premiership vict…
PA
17 Sep 2022, 10:26
Bristol come from behind to beat struggling Wasps
Callum Sheedy scored 18 points as Bristol beat Wasps 23-8 at the Coventry Building Society Arena in a match that looked every inch…
PA
17 Sep 2022, 10:20
Nadolo scores twice as champions Leicester grab first win of season
Nemani Nadolo scored two tries as defending champions Leicester beat Newcastle 36-21 for their first win of the Gallagher Premiers…
PA
17 Sep 2022, 9:46
Smith-less Harelquins cede commanding lead to Saracens
Harlequins’ frustration at the absence of Marcus Smith for their derby against Saracens was compounded by throwing away a comman…
PA
17 Sep 2022, 9:07
England fullback Furbank shines as stand-in skipper in bizarre Saints win
Stand-in skipper George Furbank scored 13 points as Northampton picked up their first win of the new Gallagher Premiership season …
PA
17 Sep 2022, 8:31
Wales skipper Dan Biggar a late withdrawal for Northampton
Wales skipper Dan Biggar was a late withdrawal from the Northampton team on Saturday for their round two Gallagher Premiership gam…
Liam Heagney
17 Sep 2022, 6:10
'He didn't look like he has been away at all, let alone two years'
Last Sunday in Manchester wasn’t just a celebration of an opening round Gallagher Premiership win for Sale, there was also great…
Liam Heagney
17 Sep 2022, 4:03
'You don't get many opportunities to see two greyhounds going at it'
Lee Blackett has outlined his satisfaction that one-time England prospect Ali Crossdale has dusted himself down following an initi…
Liam Heagney
17 Sep 2022, 3:30
The unlikely secret to Jimmy Gopperth's longevity
Jimmy Gopperth will celebrate his 40th Birthday in June as he attempts to help new club Leicester defend their Premiership title.
Chris Jones
17 Sep 2022, 2:43
'People outside don't big him up much, he is not as flashy'
Pat Lam likes his marquee signings at Ashton Gate, the likes of ex-All Blacks Charles Piutau and Steven Luatua along with England …
Liam Heagney
17 Sep 2022, 2:14
'You said the word sensational, I think he has got a big way to go'
One of the left-field success stories of the 2021/22 Gallagher Premiership season was the breakthrough at Saracens of the unherald…
Liam Heagney
17 Sep 2022, 1:42
'We're kind of like a fat, overweight, totally unfit rugby team...'
When RugbyPass caught up with Nick Mullins on September 7 when he was high up in the BT Tower overlooking the kaleidoscopic London…
Interview
Liam Heagney
17 Sep 2022, 1:15
Worcester staff call for change in swiftly deleted Tweet
Club employees have released a lengthy statement.
PA
16 Sep 2022, 9:27
The 44-second 'thank goodness' video appeal from Steve Diamond
Worcester boss Steve Diamond has posted a short video message to social media expressing his thanks that this Sunday’s Gallagher…
Liam Heagney
16 Sep 2022, 7:38
Worcester, Exeter name teams after in-doubt match gets go-ahead
Worcester have belatedly named their team for Sunday’s Gallagher Premiership match at home to Exeter after they were finally giv…
Liam Heagney
16 Sep 2022, 7:10
RFU statement: The Worcester Premiership match versus Exeter
This Sunday’s Gallagher Premiership match between Worcester and Exeter at Sixways has been given permission by the RFU to procee…
Liam Heagney
16 Sep 2022, 5:19
Saracens include Farrell but no sign yet of Smith for Harlequins
England skipper Owen Farrell will captain Saracens this Saturday at The Stoop but he won’t face Test teammate Marcus Smith as Ha…
Liam Heagney
16 Sep 2022, 4:42
'I don't think it is as big a shift as some people are saying'
Rob Baxter has played down the significance of no longer having a hands-on match day role at Exeter, the director of rugby instead…
Liam Heagney
16 Sep 2022, 3:59
Munster-style coaching has piqued the Sale focus for Bath trip
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has warned his Sharks they have much to worry about when they visit a revitalised Bath on Saturday in rou…
Liam Heagney
16 Sep 2022, 3:08
The busted myth that left Wasps leaning on psychologist this week
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has revealed that the wounding nature of their opening round Gallagher Premiership loss at Gloucester last…
Liam Heagney
16 Sep 2022, 3:00
PGB statement: Requirements for promotion to the Premiership
The professional game board at the RFU have agreed to loosen the criteria governing the minimum stadium capacity rule that prevent…
Liam Heagney
16 Sep 2022, 2:14
'It's just gold what these guys have done, both of them'
Pat Lam had declared himself hugely impressed by the way England front row duo Ellis Genge and Kyle Sinckler have taken the younge…
Liam Heagney
16 Sep 2022, 1:39
The curious 'too up and down' verdict by nearly champions Saracens
Mark McCall has curiously labelled Saracens’ 2021/22 return to the Gallagher Premiership as inconsistent even though they just l…
Liam Heagney
16 Sep 2022, 1:10
RFU statement: Worcester set Friday deadline or face suspension
Troubled Worcester Warriors face suspension by the RFU if a deadline of 12 noon on Friday regarding their ability to safely hold m…
Liam Heagney
15 Sep 2022, 12:51
'There isn't a director of rugby in the country who won't say this'
Exeter boss Rob Baxter says the amount of Gallagher Premiership games that clash with Test rugby or international rest periods is …
PA
15 Sep 2022, 9:27
Falcons vow not to harm Jamie Blamire's England chances
Newcastle boss Dave Walder insists the club are not harming Jamie Blamire’s chances of adding to his six England caps as a hooke…
Chris Jones
15 Sep 2022, 7:15
Exeter explain how robbery left Vermeulen stranded in South Africa
Exeter back-rower Jacques Vermeulen will finally fly back into England this weekend after being stranded at home in South Africa f…
Liam Heagney
15 Sep 2022, 5:44
The Bristol verdict on a rare Premiership match without having TMO
Pat Lam has admitted he will be glad that the TMO will be back in action when Bristol face Wasps this Saturday in Coventry followi…
Liam Heagney
15 Sep 2022, 4:02
Wasps deliver 'not as bad as feared' update on injured Minozzi
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has expressed relief that the serious-looking injury suffered by Matteo Minozzi in the opening minutes of …
Liam Heagney
15 Sep 2022, 3:40
Worcester statement: Gone into administration letter sent in error
Financially stricken Worcester have issued a statement following an apology on Thursday from the Department of Digital, Culture, M…
Liam Heagney
15 Sep 2022, 2:50
'As of now, quarter to 10, I haven't had any information'
Rob Baxter has explained that Exeter are very much in the dark as to the status of this Sunday’s scheduled away Gallagher Premie…
Liam Heagney
15 Sep 2022, 2:27
Worcester statement escalates concerns over Sunday's home game
The sale of Worcester to a new buyer has yet to be completed, escalating concerns over the club’s ability to stage their first h…
PA
14 Sep 2022, 11:48
'He'd be a brilliant coach, the Ford apple doesn't fall far'
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has predicted that new signing George Ford has the potential to be a brilliant coach once his playing car…
Liam Heagney
14 Sep 2022, 11:03
'We had a freeze on, unfortunately the timing wasn't right'
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has admitted they did put in an offer for Christian Wade but it came too late for their former record-scor…
Liam Heagney
14 Sep 2022, 8:11
'Apologetic, remorseful and ashamed' Annett banned after red card
New Bath hooker Niall Annett has been banned following one of the most bizarre non-debuts ever in the Gallagher Premiership last w…
Liam Heagney
14 Sep 2022, 5:50
'It is what it is': Bristol confirm lengthy spell out for Luatua
Bristol have admitted that the pre-season injury suffered last month by former All Blacks back-rower Steven Luatua has turned out …
Liam Heagney
14 Sep 2022, 4:40
'Even this morning he was out at 7:30 with Callum doing a session'
Bristol have confirmed that kicking coach Dave Alred will remain at the Gallagher Premiership club through to the end of the 2022/…
Liam Heagney
14 Sep 2022, 2:11
Worcester statement: Club sale is agreed with 'an interested party'
Worcester co-owners Colin Goldring and Jason Whittingham have agreed on terms with an undisclosed buyer for the financially strick…
Liam Heagney
13 Sep 2022, 9:28
'It's a pity the season doesn't start a bit later sometimes'
Saracens boss Mark McCall has bemoaned how the Gallagher Premiership in England doesn’t start a bit later so that all the Englan…
Liam Heagney
13 Sep 2022, 7:29
'We're not in a position to support them financially' - Worcester bailout ruled out
If Worcester Warriors are to survive their current financial woes, they will have to do it off their own bat.Â
Ian Cameron
12 Sep 2022, 10:24
Christian Wade signs for Racing 92
Former England winger Christian Wade has confirmed that he is returning to rugby union - signing a contract with Top 14 side Racin…
Ian Cameron
12 Sep 2022, 9:37
Falcons sign former Saracens wing Obatoyinbo
Newcastle Falcons have confirmed the signing of 23-year-old Elliott Obatoyinbo on a short-term deal.
Kim Ekin
12 Sep 2022, 6:20
'We have seen an exciting glimpse of what we're going to be about'
Alex Sanderson was encouraged by Sale’s attacking threat as they began their Gallagher Premiership campaign with a bonus-point 2…
PA
12 Sep 2022, 1:15
Watch - Louis Rees-Zammit scores another wonder try
George Skivington hailed Wales star Louis Rees-Zammit’s quality after his spectacular solo try sparked Gloucester’s thrilling …
PA
11 Sep 2022, 12:04
Sale off to winning start as they withstand Northampton fightback
Sale survived a Northampton fightback to get their Gallagher Premiership campaign off to a winning start.
PA
11 Sep 2022, 10:04
LRZ shines as Gloucester produce spectacular second-half comeback to stun Wasps
The visitors had led 21-0 at the interval at Kingsholm.
PA
11 Sep 2022, 9:43
'I just want to apologise to everyone involved in Bath Rugby'
New Bath hooker Niall Annett has taken to social media to apologise after he was red carded during his side's game with Bristol Be…
Ian Cameron
11 Sep 2022, 3:01
'I was all over the shop, sleeping in the car outside rugby stadiums'
You know an interview has gone rollickingly well when the interviewee wraps things up by saying, “You have my number, if you eve…
Interview
Liam Heagney
11 Sep 2022, 1:35
Ali Hepher insists there was 'nothing lucky' about Exeter's last-gasp win
Exeter head coach Ali Hepher believed his side deserved to win a compelling contest against Leicester.
PA
10 Sep 2022, 14:59
'Actions back up his talk': Ellis Genge's contribution not lost on Bristol boss Pat Lam
Bristol director of rugby Pat Lam praised the influence of Ellis Genge after his two tries helped Bristol to a 31-29 victory over …
PA
10 Sep 2022, 14:35
Grandstand finish tips derby in favour of Bristol and two-try Genge
Ellis Genge marked his Bristol homecoming with two tries as the Bears began their Gallagher Premiership campaign with a 31-29 vict…
PA
10 Sep 2022, 12:21
'I don't think the other 12 clubs give a s***' about Worcester
Worcester director of rugby Steve Diamond has revealed that a deal could be reached for an investor to buy the financially-stricke…
PA
10 Sep 2022, 11:15
Video: Arundell needs just seconds as a sub to craft wonder try
Teenage sensation Henry Arundell needed "no longer than about 40 seconds" off the London Irish bench on Saturday to continue the s…
Liam Heagney
10 Sep 2022, 11:00
A last-minute try sees reigning champions Leicester lose at Exeter
Exeter prop Patrick Schickerling scored a last-minute try to send reigning champions Leicester to an opening-day defeat in the Gal…
PA
10 Sep 2022, 10:00
Arundell works his magic as Worcester shoot themselves in the foot
Worcester collapsed to a heavy defeat in their Gallagher Premiership opener to confirm that a long season awaits on and off the fi…
PA
10 Sep 2022, 9:52
Pulsating Premiership contest goes the way of six-try Harlequins
.Harlequins avoided an opening day scare to see off Newcastle 40-31 in a pulsating Gallagher Premiership contest at Kingston Park.
PA
10 Sep 2022, 9:40
'Correct decision': Freddie Burns quickly goes from hero to villain
Just 19 minutes of the new Gallagher Premiership season were all that was needed for the title-clinching Freddie Burns to go from …
Liam Heagney
10 Sep 2022, 8:02
'You could go a 1,000 years and never meet anyone as extraordinary'
BT Sport struck the perfect chord on Saturday when they launched live TV coverage of the new 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership season …
Liam Heagney
10 Sep 2022, 7:12
Premiership Rugby statement: How tribute will be paid to the Queen
Premiership Rugby have issued a statement explaining how tribute would be paid this weekend to the late Her Majesty Queen Elizabet…
Liam Heagney
10 Sep 2022, 5:51
The 'honestly' Tommaso Allan reply when asked about Marcus Smith
It’s surely one of the most difficult jobs anywhere in club rugby, being the understudy to Harlequins’ Marcus Smith, but Itali…
Interview
Liam Heagney
10 Sep 2022, 4:23
'I told them one or two things I'd do differently from day one'
New director of rugby Dave Walder is full of optimism that his Newcastle can be a bit more consistent this term than they were in …
Interview
Liam Heagney
10 Sep 2022, 3:06
The one overwhelming hope as Prem 2022/23 kicks off - Andy Goode
The plight of Worcester has dominated a pre-season in England that has seen less transfer activity than I can remember for a long …
Opinion
Andy Goode
10 Sep 2022, 1:48
'We were very open about that, we would have got a better Adam'
New Newcastle boss Dave Walder has admitted to RugbyPass that the Falcons got their strategy wrong last season with England prospe…
Liam Heagney
09 Sep 2022, 9:53
Crisis club Worcester names team for its Premiership London opener
Worcester have named the match day 23 for its opening game of the 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership season, a fixture at London Irish …
Liam Heagney
09 Sep 2022, 9:04
The 'ironic' reaction when Steve Diamond contacted agents this week
Worcester boss Steve Diamond has claimed that the suggestion there were upwards of 80 players from last season left uncontracted h…
Liam Heagney
09 Sep 2022, 5:34
Premiership Rugby statement: Gallagher Premiership round one games
Premiership Rugby bosses have announced that all six opening round Gallagher Premiership matches this weekend will definitely stil…
Liam Heagney
09 Sep 2022, 5:00
'I don't expect people to feel sorry for us. We're not victims here'
Steve Diamond does not want to see Worcester portrayed as victims after the crisis-hit club plunged into a state of financial unce…
PA
08 Sep 2022, 8:58
'I think he is at peace with it now, he struggled for a few weeks'
New Newcastle director of rugby Dave Walder has explained how ex-England back-rower Mark Wilson has taken to coaching in his first…
Liam Heagney
08 Sep 2022, 6:55
Fit-again Manu Tuilagi at No12 as Sale and Northampton name teams
England powerhouse Manu Tuilagi will play his first rugby match in 16 weeks after Sale named him to start in their Gallagher Premi…
Liam Heagney
08 Sep 2022, 4:37
Genge and Sinckler included as Bristol and Bath name round one teams
England vice-captain Ellis Genge will start for Bristol in this Friday’s Ashton Gate west country derby versus Bath.
Liam Heagney
08 Sep 2022, 4:13
'Heady mix': Five of the biggest 2022/23 Premiership talking points
The 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership season kicks off on Friday with a west country derby between Bristol and Bath at Ashton Gate. He…
PA
08 Sep 2022, 3:31
'There are no more operations, he looks like a new man'
Exeter have expressed delight that long-time absentee Ollie Devoto is finally on the mend following a double hip operation after a…
Liam Heagney
08 Sep 2022, 1:36
'As a raw talent with potential, he's as good as anyone at tighthead'
Alex Sanderson reckons Sale will only have themselves to blame if promising 21-year-old tighthead James Harper doesn’t become a …
Liam Heagney
08 Sep 2022, 0:54
Ex-England international's bold Premiership debt write off call
An ex-England player has urged the UK Government to write off the debt owed by Gallagher Premiership clubs in the wake of the pand…
PA
07 Sep 2022, 9:33
'On match days, Rob necessarily won't be with the team'
Exeter head coach Ali Hepher has explained that long-serving director of rugby Rob Baxter will have a less hands-on role with the …
Liam Heagney
07 Sep 2022, 8:36
'He was playing in a lot of pain towards the end of last season'
Exeter have revealed the real reason why Stuart Hogg didn’t travel on the three-Test Scotland tour to Argentina in July was beca…
Liam Heagney
07 Sep 2022, 3:21
'The job has been very good, I was gone out of it for a few years'
Declan Kidney allowed himself a chuckle when it was put to the London Irish boss that he is now fourth on the list of current long…
Interview
Liam Heagney
07 Sep 2022, 2:00
Bath statement: Appointment of Ben Spencer as new club captain
Ben Spencer has been named Bath club captain for the 2022/23 season. The England scrum-half arrived at The Rec for the post-lockdo…
Liam Heagney
07 Sep 2022, 1:48
The new 'greater understanding of what breaks' Manu Tuilagi
Sale boss Alex Sanderson believes the Gallager Premiership club and England are now much better aligned in their quest to get Manu…
Liam Heagney
07 Sep 2022, 1:08
'This is a sticky subject': Sale break silence on Marland Yarde exit
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has broken the club’s silence on its terminated relationship with Marland Yarde, the ex-England interna…
Liam Heagney
06 Sep 2022, 8:59
Worcester latest: 'We have been told the game is going ahead'
Declan Kidney says London Irish have been assured that Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership clash against crisis club Worcester will…
PA
06 Sep 2022, 7:56
'It's non-negotiable, I'm playing that game, no one is stopping me'
Bristol boss Pat Lam has hailed the phenomenal impact of Ellis Genge around the club as he prepares to feature in Friday’s Galla…
Liam Heagney
06 Sep 2022, 4:22
From Genge to Cloete: Five of the best 2022/23 Premiership signings
The new Gallagher Premiership season kicks off with a tough act to follow after Leicester’s gripping title triumph last term. Th…
PA
06 Sep 2022, 1:42
Leicester's Anthony Watson faces fitness race after latest injury setback
Leicester head coach Steve Borthwick says that Anthony Watson is being monitored on a daily basis as the Tigers prepare to start t…
PA
05 Sep 2022, 8:58
MPs urge government to place Worcester into administration
Four Worcestershire MPs have called for crisis-hit Gallagher Premiership club Worcester Warriors to be placed in administration.
PA
05 Sep 2022, 7:09
Harlequins CEO refutes latest Premiership debt reports
Harlequins CEO Laurie Dalrymple has responded on Twitter to a report on the extent of their debt, saying it is "factually inaccura…
Sam Smith
05 Sep 2022, 5:19
'All of them are social animals, they are great craic'
Alex Sanderson is liking the altered feel of his Sale squad, believing it now adds great credence to how he believes the Mancheste…
Interview
Liam Heagney
05 Sep 2022, 3:25
A club-by-club breakdown of the new Premiership season
The 2022-23 Gallagher Premiership season kicks off on Friday with a west country derby between Bristol and Bath at Ashton Gate.
PA
05 Sep 2022, 3:05
Two French giants eyeing Duhan van der Merwe - reports
Toulon have joined Racing 92 in the race to sign Scotland and Worcester Warriors winger Duhan van der Merwe, according to reports …
Josh Raisey
05 Sep 2022, 1:40
Internal Worcester memo: The payroll situation and the bank delay
The co-owners of Worcester have told players and staff that the banking issue that resulted in the delay to the payment of their A…
PA
03 Sep 2022, 2:33
Marland Yarde tweets apology eight months after arrest by police
Former England international Marland Yarde has issued an apology eight months after his arrest by police which ended his five-year…
Liam Heagney
03 Sep 2022, 1:09
Statement: Worcester co-owners put Morecambe FC up for sale
The precarious financial situation at Worcester has spilt over from the Gallagher Premiership into football’s League One in Engl…
Liam Heagney
02 Sep 2022, 11:39
'I've been made homeless': How dire the Worcester plight really is
A coordinated social media video campaign on Friday highlighting that the Worcester players and staff remain unpaid has revealed t…
Liam Heagney
02 Sep 2022, 6:30
'We're really frustrated, we haven't been paid - we need answers'
Worcester players and staff have flooded Twitter with a coordinated series of video messages after it emerged on Friday morning th…
Liam Heagney
02 Sep 2022, 3:04
Christian Wade names the city where he expects to play his rugby
Ex-Wasps star Christian Wade has teased that his return to rugby is near four years after his last Gallagher Premiership appearanc…
Liam Heagney
02 Sep 2022, 1:50
'Rich man's toy': Diamond takes swipe at previous Worcester regimes
Steve Diamond has rounded on “big name players and coaches who haven’t really delivered" at Worcester in the past, producing p…
PA
01 Sep 2022, 9:19
The new-season 'promise' Freddie Burns has made to Steve Borthwick
Steve Borthwick was in his element on Thursday, returning to Twickenham 75 days after his significant transformation of fallen gia…
Liam Heagney
01 Sep 2022, 7:55
'Worcester are not out of the woods yet, let's be frank about that'
Worcester boss Steve Diamond gave his London Irish counterpart Declan Kidney a massive handshake on his way out the door at Twicke…
Liam Heagney
01 Sep 2022, 6:39
'Positive energy' Diamond tweet will delight all Worcester fans
Worcester boss Steve Diamond has tweeted confirmation that all his players have been paid and that their Gallagher Premiership sea…
Liam Heagney
01 Sep 2022, 0:23
Worcester beat 4pm wages deadline to survive for another month
Worcester have bought some breathing space in their battle for survival after finding the finance needed to keep their squad intac…
PA
31 Aug 2022, 12:17
'Unethical to play': Diamond tweet confirms Worcester game is off
The Gallagher Premiership future of financially stricken Worcester Warriors was plunged into further turmoil ahead of the new 2022…
Liam Heagney
31 Aug 2022, 9:16
The ex-Springboks' deal that ended the Wasps recruitment freeze
Wasps’ new deal for Francois Hougaard, the ex-Springboks scrum-half, was the moment that ended the recruitment freeze that hit t…
Liam Heagney
31 Aug 2022, 2:51
RPA statement: Worcester players' employment rights
The RPA have issued a statement with the involvement of Worcester in the looming Gallagher Premiership season remaining in serious…
Liam Heagney
30 Aug 2022, 12:01
Northampton CEO's letter to fans on the 'stark' Worcester reminder
Northampton CEO Mark Darbon has penned an open letter to Saints fans ahead of the 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership season that dwells…
Liam Heagney
30 Aug 2022, 9:24
'It's not dog-eat-dog': Wasps' verdict on the crisis at Worcester
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has claimed he won’t look to sign players from troubled Gallager Premiership rivals Worcester even thoug…
Liam Heagney
30 Aug 2022, 8:25
Leaked email claims Worcester won't get paid this month - report
Beleaguered Worcester are set to be plunged into a fresh stage of its financial crisis as a leaked email has reportedly revealed t…
Liam Heagney
30 Aug 2022, 6:22
'Bona fide freak of an athlete': Freeman inks new Northampton deal
England newcomer Tommy Freeman has capped his brilliant breakthrough year at Test level by inking a new unspecified length, long-t…
Liam Heagney
30 Aug 2022, 2:51
Gloucester statement: Zach Mercer joins from Montpellier
Zach Mercer has put himself in the shop window for England selection for the 2023 World Cup finals in France after Gloucester offi…
Liam Heagney
30 Aug 2022, 2:12
Duhan van der Merwe could be first big name to exit Worcester - report
Hulking Scotland winger Duhan van der Merwe could be the first big name to leave Worcester Warriors - according to reports from Fr…
Ian Cameron
29 Aug 2022, 6:55
Former Leicester Tigers star leads Australia to Sevens heaven in LA
A former Leicester Tiger has lead Australia to make history by being crowned men’s HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series Champions.
RugbyPass
29 Aug 2022, 1:55
Fekitoa makes Munster bow, Quins soar and Bath win big
The Premiership and URC seasons are edging ever closer, which means teams in both leagues are slowly building up their pre-season …
Stefan Frost
28 Aug 2022, 9:39
Jim O'Toole issues statement on Worcester takeover bid
Former Worcester Warriors chief executive Jim O’Toole has announced he has submitted a bid “to ensure the long-term sustainabi…
PA
28 Aug 2022, 1:49
Steve Diamond tweet: The pre-season Worcester game in Scotland
Worcester boss Steve Diamond has tweeted that next weekend’s pre-season battle of the Warriors friendly versus Glasgow will go a…
Liam Heagney
26 Aug 2022, 8:10
Worcester owners: 'Asset stripping accusation is completely false'
Co-owner Colin Goldring has issued a near 1,300-word statement rebutting the accusation that the Worcester Warriors club owners - …
Liam Heagney
26 Aug 2022, 2:15
Ellis Genge: 'I messaged Ollie and said: 'Are you OK?'
The Gallagher Premiership club are reportedly on the brink of administration following a winding-up petition over unpaid tax.
PA
25 Aug 2022, 14:14
Cecil Duckworth will be turning in his grave - Andy Goode
Worcester’s plight shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone given the state of rugby’s finances but it’s still a mess that w…
Opinion
Andy Goode
25 Aug 2022, 8:26
'Sam's been in': Free agent Lewis on trial at a Premiership club
It was June 1 when Worcester confirmed that flanker Sam Lewis would depart Sixways when his contract expired at the end of 2021/22…
Liam Heagney
25 Aug 2022, 7:45
Anthony Watson: 'My favourite thing about Leicester so far...'
Fit-again England back Anthony Watson has revealed his favourite thing so far at Leicester since his summer switch to the Gallaghe…
Liam Heagney
25 Aug 2022, 7:08
'Great core of homegrown': Harlequins confirm 68-man 2022/23 squad
Harlequins have confirmed a 68-man senior squad - consisting of 43 senior players and bolstered by 25 from the club’s senior aca…
Liam Heagney
25 Aug 2022, 4:49
'An impressive athlete': Wasps hand trialist a full-time deal
Financially troubled Wasps have unveiled their sixth signing ahead of their 2022/23 season, confirming that trialist Cam Dodson ha…
Liam Heagney
25 Aug 2022, 4:17
Newcastle resigned to being without 3 Pumas for Prem start
Dave Walder, who has taken over the Newcastle Falcons director of rugby role vacated by Dean Richards, is resigned to being withou…
Chris Jones
25 Aug 2022, 2:39
Report: Worcester owners sell Sixways car park... to themselves
Attention in recent days has switched to the curious selling off of some valuable Worcester Warriors assets at Sixways to separate…
Liam Heagney
25 Aug 2022, 2:23
Northampton explain new deal for 'real scrum time handful' Iyogun
Phil Dowson has explained why Northampton were so keen to get Emmanuel Iyogun to sign an unspecified length, new long-term contrac…
Liam Heagney
24 Aug 2022, 7:19
Mohed Altrad has his say on Zach Mercer to Gloucester speculation
Montpellier owner Mohed Altrad has had his say on speculation linking Zach Mercer to a switch to Gloucester and a return to the Ga…
Liam Heagney
24 Aug 2022, 6:52
'That was hell, that was honestly hell'
Former Gloucester lock Ed Slater has provided a compelling insight about how he was diagnosed with MND. It was July when the Galla…
Interview
Liam Heagney
24 Aug 2022, 5:08
'A good thing': Majority-backed USA consortium eyes up Worcester
Former Worcester Warriors chief executive Jim O’Toole is optimistic a newly-formed consortium could save the club from administr…
PA
23 Aug 2022, 12:24
A one-word Steve Diamond tweet has fired-up the Worcester fans
Steve Diamond has garnered much love and sympathy for his Worcester players with a one-word tweet posted on Tuesday.
Liam Heagney
23 Aug 2022, 9:16
'I'm hearing whispers about another Premiership club...'
Ex-Premiership club CEO Mark Evans will spend the next three seasons trying to ensure the Fijian Drua Super Rugby franchise become…
Interview
Chris Jones
23 Aug 2022, 7:49
Duckworth family statement: Financial crisis at Worcester Warriors
The family of the late Cecil Duckworth, the former owner of the Worcester who led the club to their first-ever Premiership promoti…
Liam Heagney
23 Aug 2022, 5:06
'Incredibly sad': Sanderson tweets support for Worcester fundraiser
Ex-England back-rower Pat Sanderson has tweeted his support for an online fund-raising initiative set up to raise money for people…
Liam Heagney
23 Aug 2022, 4:30
'We're excited': Bath hero Jon Callard is back working at The Rec
Jon Callard is back at Bath after agreeing to become kicking coach at the club now headed up by Johann van Graan for the 2022/23 s…
Liam Heagney
23 Aug 2022, 3:29
Morecambe statement: The crisis at 'owners in common' Worcester
League One football club Morecambe, the other sports business owned by the Worcester Warriors owners Colin Goldring and Jason Whit…
Liam Heagney
23 Aug 2022, 3:05
'I'm pleased': Ex-Wasps lock James Gaskell confirms his new club
James Gaskell has become the latest out-of-contract Gallagher Premiership player to finally find himself a new club, Japanese club…
Liam Heagney
23 Aug 2022, 1:57
Worcester Warriors issue updated statement on club crisis
Worcester’s owners say they are “working through a number of options†as they try to find the “best solution†to the Gal…
PA
22 Aug 2022, 9:19
Ollie Lawrence defends Tweet on Worcester debacle
England centre Ollie Lawrence says the legacy of former Worcester owner Cecil Duckworth is “close to being tarnishedâ€.
PA
22 Aug 2022, 7:15
England centre's cryptic Tweet suggests Worcester situation worsening
A rather cryptic Tweet from England centre Ollie Lawrence suggests that things at under pressure Worcester Warriors are heading so…
Ian Cameron
22 Aug 2022, 3:37
How Worcester might escape 35-point reduction
Worcester Warriors are facing a 35 point Premiership sanction for entering administration but the RFU could opt to waive it .
Chris Jones
22 Aug 2022, 1:23
English clubs to get cash injection at time of crisis for Worcester and Wasps
English rugby top clubs are to receive a much needed £20m cash injection this season thanks to their eight year funding deal with…
Chris Jones
21 Aug 2022, 3:23
'A real mess': Worcester set to go into administration - report
Gallagher Premiership strugglers Worcester are poised to go into administration as early as Monday amid reports that the tax bill …
Liam Heagney
20 Aug 2022, 9:44
'Several frustrating years': Will Witty explains his Exeter exit
Will Witty has explained why he quit Exeter for the chance to join Perpignan in the Top 14. The 27-year-old bailed out of the Chie…
Liam Heagney
20 Aug 2022, 2:56
Wasps statement: Club admit HMRC dialogue over unpaid tax bill
Wasps have become the second Gallagher Premiership club this week to confirm they are in talks with the HM Revenue and Customs (HM…
Liam Heagney
20 Aug 2022, 2:28
'A lot of notes to go over': AJ MacGinty's first Bristol interview
New Bristol signing AJ MacGinty has given his first interview as a Bears player, explaining why he joined the Gallagher Premiershi…
Liam Heagney
19 Aug 2022, 4:56
'Long-term contract on table': Gloucester sign Zach Mercer - report
A long-term deal has reportedly been struck that will see England prospect Zach Mercer leave Montpellier at the end of the 2022/23…
Liam Heagney
19 Aug 2022, 1:57
Leicester confirm late deals for 7 players, including 2 England stars
Leicester Tigers have this evening confirmed late deals for seven players - including England lock Ollie Chessum and centre Guy Po…
Ian Cameron
18 Aug 2022, 13:22
Watson and Gopperth to make Tigers debut this Friday
Anthony Watson will return to action after a 10-month injury absence when he makes his Leicester debut on Friday.
PA
18 Aug 2022, 11:36
Leicester statement: Hanro Liebenberg succeeds Genge as captain
Steve Borthwick has named Hanro Liebenberg as the new Leicester Tigers captain following the off-season departure to Bristol of El…
Liam Heagney
18 Aug 2022, 7:59
'Why I have been looking at the market': Baxter explains Sio deal
Exeter boss Rob Baxter has explained what convinced him to sign seasoned Wallabies front-rower Scott Sio. The expectation was that…
Liam Heagney
18 Aug 2022, 5:59
'Are you completely unhinged?': Ex-Quins CEO fires up Prem debate
Wednesday’s revelation that Worcester are facing a winding-up petition from HMRC due to an unpaid tax bill ignited a lively Twit…
Liam Heagney
18 Aug 2022, 3:41
Wasps statements: Training ground ownership change, Arena update
Troubled Wasps have issued separate statements clarifying why club owner Derek Richardson has given up his 50 per cent share in th…
Liam Heagney
18 Aug 2022, 1:54
RPA issue short statement following Worcester revelations
The RPA have issued a statement after it was revealed that Worcester Warriors has been hit with a 'winding up' petition by the HM …
Ian Cameron
18 Aug 2022, 1:51
Worcester statement: HMRC winding-up petition issued against club
Worcester have insisted it is business as usual at Sixways despite Wednesday's shock revelation that the Gallagher Premiership clu…
Liam Heagney
17 Aug 2022, 7:59
'It is inspirational as a coach to see someone do that'
George Skivington is ready for another Gallagher Premiership campaign of twists and turns after revitalising Gloucester as a force…
PA
17 Aug 2022, 4:58
'Super excited about the move': Exeter sign Wallabies prop Sio
Exeter have staged a coup by capturing the signature of Wallabies loosehead Scott Sio on an unspecified length long-term deal from…
Liam Heagney
17 Aug 2022, 4:36
Wasps latest: Football fans to protest, charity shut down
Coventry City fans are planning to protest at the Coventry Building Society Arena when Wasps play their first match of the new 202…
Liam Heagney
16 Aug 2022, 8:24
'Nick Phipps gave me a few pointers on how to get settled'
Joe Powell has credited fellow Aussie Nick Phipps - the player he has replaced as London Irish scrum-half for the 2022/23 season -…
Liam Heagney
16 Aug 2022, 4:05
The 11 RPA achievements that ex-CEO Damian Hopley is most proud of
Ex-England international Damian Hopley has finished up as CEO of the RPA after a final day that included a visit to Wasps - his fo…
Liam Heagney
16 Aug 2022, 1:54
Johnson rejoins Wasps as coach steps down for 'personal reasons'
Fan favourites Ashley Johnson has returned to Wasps as their new Senior Academy Forwards Transition Coach following Richard Beck 
Ian Cameron
15 Aug 2022, 3:24
Leicester Tigers statement: Bryce Hegarty
Leicester Tigers have confirmed that Bryce Hegarty will leave Welford Road halfway through the 2022/23 season in order to take up …
Ian Cameron
15 Aug 2022, 2:32
The major paycut Christian Wade took in bid to make NFL
Christian Wade has revealed that - contrary to popular belief - he took a massive pay cut in order to chase his dream of playing i…
Ian Cameron
14 Aug 2022, 7:45
How Wasps lost the battle for Coventry's hearts and minds
A recent statement issued by Wasps’ Chief Executive Stephen Vaughan addressed the latest instalment of the Gallagher Premiership…
Interview
Ian Cameron
14 Aug 2022, 5:20
'We're now desperate': Latest Coventry statement on pitch at Wasps
The very public squabble between Coventry City FC and Wasps over the qualify of the Building Society Arena pitch has taken another…
Liam Heagney
13 Aug 2022, 7:17
Wasps owner hits back at 'ill-informed' rumours about club
Speculation continues to mount regarding the future of Wasps Rugby this weekend as their financial outlook continues to look incre…
Ian Cameron
13 Aug 2022, 3:29
'You could write a book about Julian White's disciplinary hearings'
Former Leicester CEO Simon Cohen has reminisced about some of the scrapes that ex-Tigers, England and Lions tighthead Julian White…
Liam Heagney
13 Aug 2022, 1:40
Leicester sign England qualified Aussie with 'raw talent'
Leicester Tigers have taken a punt on Australian prospect Lachlan Shelley - an outside back who is qualified to play for England.
Kim Ekin
12 Aug 2022, 4:43
'What an absolute binfire': Ex-employee's brutal Wasps verdict
A former long-serving Wasps employee has labelled the Gallagher Premiership club “an absolute binfire†in a bruising tweet pos…
Liam Heagney
11 Aug 2022, 6:23
'Not true': The Freddie Burns sacked by Leicester at Nandos story
Title-winning hero Freddie Burns has had his wings clipped by ex-Leicester CEO Simon Cohen after the 2022 Gallagher Premiership fi…
Liam Heagney
11 Aug 2022, 5:05
Confirmed: Run-on Tomahawk Chop chant gets the chop at Exeter
Exeter have announced that their Tomahawk Chop chant will no longer be played at games. The chant was a familiar sound on matchday…
Liam Heagney
11 Aug 2022, 4:03
'I was in an extraordinarily dark place and they have lifted me'
Ed Slater says he has been overwhelmed by the support from the rugby community after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease.
PA
11 Aug 2022, 1:27
'Still motivated to perform': Sale sign free agent Jason Woodward
Ten weeks after Gloucester announced that one-time England prospect Jason Woodward was leaving them at the end of the 2021/22 seas…
Liam Heagney
10 Aug 2022, 2:38
Wasps statement: Coventry City pitch damage criticism
Wasps CEO Stephen Vaughan has fired back at Coventry City following criticisms by the football club about the state of the Coventr…
Liam Heagney
10 Aug 2022, 2:14
'I heard Julian White berate Manu for not punching properly'
Former Leicester CEO Simon Cohen has revisited the infamous 2011 occasion when Manu Tuilagi ignited a media storm after wildly pun…
Liam Heagney
09 Aug 2022, 9:43
'A great addition to our squad': Saracens sign a Championship prop
Beaten finalists Saracens have added to their squad ahead of the new 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership season by signing James Flynn, …
Liam Heagney
09 Aug 2022, 3:27
Leicester Tigers statement: The departure of Nemani Nadolo
Gallagher Premiership champions Leicester have issued a statement after it emerged overnight from Australia that Fijian winger Nem…
Liam Heagney
09 Aug 2022, 1:33
Japan returnee Charlie Matthews gets second shot at Harlequins
Harlequins have re-signed Charlie Matthews, who left the club four years ago, having spent 2021 in Japan.
Kim Ekin
08 Aug 2022, 6:00
'It was month after month, my arm got weaker and weaker' - Ed Slater
Ed Slater said living in the present is helping him face the challenge of his motor neurone disease diagnosis.
PA
08 Aug 2022, 2:26
Ex-Gloucester lock Ed Slater puts his voice into a 'bank' as he battles MND
Gloucester Rugby's Ed Slater took time out from preparing for a 350 mile fundraising cycle ride to help the fight against motor ne…
Chris Jones
07 Aug 2022, 6:19
Bath confirm 'imposing second row' signing after three-week trial
Johann van Grann has made yet another signing ahead of his first Gallagher Premiership campaign in charge at Bath, announcing that…
Liam Heagney
06 Aug 2022, 3:56
'We still have a couple of slots': The gaps Exeter want to fill
Exeter boss Rob Baxter has suggested that further signings could be made by the Gallagher Premiership club before the new season g…
Liam Heagney
05 Aug 2022, 4:47
Ex-Wasps Test level lock snapped up by Pro D2 club Nevers
An ex-Wasps Test level lock, Lasha Jaiani, has signed for promotion-chasing Nevers ahead of the 2022/23 Pro D2 in France. The Geor…
Liam Heagney
05 Aug 2022, 1:58
'Thank God he has left the league': Ojomoh names toughest opponent
Bath midfielder Max Ojomoh has admitted he is glad that Nathan Hughes has quit the Gallagher Premiership in favour of a switch to …
Liam Heagney
04 Aug 2022, 4:39
Northampton confirm 60-strong Dowson squad for 2022/23 season
New Northampton director of rugby Phil Dowson will lead a group of 60 players in his first season at the helm - up from 58 in 2021…
Liam Heagney
03 Aug 2022, 11:24
4Ed campaign launches with next week's Ed Slater charity cycle
Ed Slater is to embark on a 350-mile charity cycle from Kingsholm to Welford Road Mattioli Woods and back via a number of other ru…
Liam Heagney
03 Aug 2022, 6:47
Exeter sign 'explosive, dangerous, quality player' Solomone Kata
Exeter have made Tonga international Solomone Kata their fifth signing ahead of the 2022/23 season, the 27-year-old agreeing to a …
Liam Heagney
03 Aug 2022, 4:48
'I'm proud': Richards' first post-Newcastle gig is quite poignant
Ex-Newcastle boss Dean Richards has landed himself his first coaching opportunity since quitting the Falcons after ten years as th…
Liam Heagney
02 Aug 2022, 1:52
Leicester to fill hooker gap with short-term Super Rugby signing
Gallagher Premiership champions Leicester have reportedly signed NSW Waratahs hooker Tom Horton ahead of the September start of th…
Liam Heagney
31 Jul 2022, 5:53
Charity cycles, including one for Tom Smith, raise nearly 200k
Two separate week-long UK charity cycles - one in honour of the late Lions prop Tom Smith, the other headed by another Lions forwa…
Liam Heagney
30 Jul 2022, 5:48
Wasps statement: The latest delay to stadium bondholders repayment
Wasps’ worrying delay in repaying their bondholders has taken another twist following the latest statement from the club admitti…
Liam Heagney
30 Jul 2022, 2:44
Bath confirm six injured players will miss start of Premiership
New Bath head of medical services Rory Murray has issued a lengthy squad injury update at the end of the Gallagher Premiership clu…
Liam Heagney
29 Jul 2022, 2:47
'Hasn't disappointed': Ibitoye's first interview as Bristol player
Ex-England age-grade star Gabriel Ibitoye has given his first interview as a Bristol player following the completion of his overse…
Liam Heagney
28 Jul 2022, 5:58
Sale explain how long new signing George Ford will be absent for
Alex Sanderson has shed light on how much of the upcoming 2022/23 season that England international George Ford will miss at his n…
Liam Heagney
28 Jul 2022, 5:08
RFU statement: Ex-Premiership player banned for prohibited substance
Former Sale, Northampton and Wasps midfielder Chris Mayor - a 2006 Premiership winner with the Sharks - has been banned from all s…
Liam Heagney
28 Jul 2022, 2:35
Bath turn to an ex-Ireland lock to cover for the injured Ewels
Bath have signed former Ireland international lock Quinn Roux for the 2022/23 season. The forward heads to the Gallagher Premiersh…
PA
27 Jul 2022, 9:25
Exeter name the seven players they are lending to Cornish Pirates
Rob Baxter has named the seven Exeter Chiefs players who will be dual registered with Cornish Pirates, the Championship outfit tha…
Liam Heagney
27 Jul 2022, 6:10
Bath issue update on Charlie Ewels' serious injury with England
Bath have provided an update on England lock Charlie Ewels after he was hurt during preparations for the first Test in Perth on Ju…
PA
26 Jul 2022, 9:24
Newcastle Falcons statement: RFU investigation
Newcastle Falcons have issued a statement after it was revealed that the club was the subject of an ongoing investigation followin…
Ian Cameron
24 Jul 2022, 7:45
Van Graan makes his second in situ signing as Bath head of rugby
New Bath head coach Johan van Graan has made his first signing as in situ head coach. The South African landed in Bath last week a…
Kim Ekin
22 Jul 2022, 9:48
Ed Slater: 'Ultimately I can't win but I will fight... Hope is not lost'
Former Gloucester and England second row Ed Slater has said he will 'fight with everything' after it was revealed that he has diag…
Ian Cameron
22 Jul 2022, 4:53
Gloucester Rugby statement: Ed Slater
Gloucester Rugby have revealed that second-row Ed Slater has been tragically diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) at the age…
Ian Cameron
21 Jul 2022, 6:41
'Outstanding': Royal Marines put Exeter through pre-season paces
Exeter boss Rob Baxter admitted last season that his Chiefs would be going back to basics in preparation for the 2022/23 season - …
Liam Heagney
21 Jul 2022, 4:50
Premiership winner Socino finds himself a new title-winning club
Gallagher Premiership title winner Juan Pablo Socino has found himself a new club a month after leaving Welford Road, the Argentin…
Liam Heagney
21 Jul 2022, 1:45
'Ability to play four positions very valuable': Bath sign van Velze
New Bath boss Johann van Graan promised on Tuesday in his first interview since taking charge that some new signings were imminent…
Liam Heagney
20 Jul 2022, 12:00
Sale statement: Short-term signing of ex-England player Joe Simpson
Sale have boosted their scrum-half options by signing ex-England player Joe Simpson on a short-term deal. The 34-year-old thrived …
Liam Heagney
20 Jul 2022, 2:50
Truncated season leaves Harlequins with 'no top four expectations'
Harlequins head coach Tabai Matson believes the fixture list for the forthcoming Gallagher Premiership season has taken on greater…
PA
19 Jul 2022, 8:23
The 'talk to him' reason why Bristol already impressed with Genge
Bristol boss Pat Lam has hailed the immense contribution by Ellis Genge to the England tour of Australia. Genge, who links up with…
PA
19 Jul 2022, 6:39
'Dream big dreams': First van Graan interview as the new Bath boss
New head of rugby Johann van Graan has admitted he is dreaming of big things happening at struggling Bath. The South African has j…
Liam Heagney
19 Jul 2022, 4:50
Leicester statement: Olowofela exits Tigers with immediate effect
Leicester prospect Jordan Olowofela has left the Gallagher Premiership champions with immediate effect and has joined Nottingham a…
Liam Heagney
19 Jul 2022, 3:44
Fiery Bath baptism for van Graan as Premiership fixtures released
New Bath boss Johann van Graan will get an immediate taste of the hype surrounding the Gallagher Premiership as last season’s bo…
Liam Heagney
19 Jul 2022, 3:15
Three Premiership clubs launch new fan tokens scheme
Leicester Tigers, Harlequins and Saracens have become the first rugby union side to launch fan tokens. The new initiative is being…
Kim Ekin
18 Jul 2022, 2:49
Doncaster Knights plan stadium expansion to boost Premiership bid
Doncaster Knights are planning to nearly double their stadium capacity to satisfy one of the major hurdles that Championships club…
Chris Jones
13 Jul 2022, 8:24
England rugby player arrested on suspicion of rape won't face charges
A former England rugby player who was arrested on suspicion of the rape of a teenage girl will not be charged over the incident.
Ian Cameron
11 Jul 2022, 9:54
Damian Hopley to stand down as RPA chief executive after 24 years
Damian Hopley is to step down as Rugby Players’ Association chief executive ahead of next season.
PA
08 Jul 2022, 7:27
Jersey Reds and Jersey RFC separation approved by RFU
The RFU have given the green light to the separation of the Jersey Reds and Jersey RFC, as the latter looks to compete as a separa…
Ian Cameron
08 Jul 2022, 2:42
Van Wyk finds a new club 97 days after quitting Leicester early
South African Kobus van Wyk has found a new club 97 days after quitting eventual Gallagher Premiership title winners Leicester. It…
Liam Heagney
06 Jul 2022, 8:40
Newcastle sign a Fijian-born British Army veteran from Belfast
Newcastle Falcons have announced the signing of back Aloisio Vereimi Namuatabu Qorowale on a two-year deal. The 27-year-old - who …
Kim Ekin
06 Jul 2022, 3:46
Greenwood wants Smith-Farrell axis binned, Woodward explains why it can't be
One of the biggest talking points to come out of England's first Test defeat to the Wallabies in Perth is whether or not the Marcu…
Ian Cameron
04 Jul 2022, 9:53
Kicking legend a new face at Bristol as Lam confirms coaching ticket
Bristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam has named kicking guru Dave Alred among three confirmed appointments as the club revealed …
Ian Cameron
04 Jul 2022, 6:53
The new training tool hack being used by Premiership and URC players
A new Blood Flow Restriction training tool is being used by players at Leicester Tigers, Saracens and the Ospreys to improve muscl…
Stefan Frost
03 Jul 2022, 5:26
Leicester add 6 internationals to list of 14 players departing Welford Road
Leicester Tigers have published their 'leavers list' and it includes no less than six internationals.
Ian Cameron
01 Jul 2022, 5:44
Leicester Tigers release Springbok back row Marco van Staden
Leicester Tigers have confirmed that the club has 'agreed terms' with Marco van Staden, which will see the Springbok released from…
Ian Cameron
01 Jul 2022, 5:04
Former Saracens hooker primed for Wallabies debut
New Wallabies hooker Dave Porecki says he can't rely on his years of toil in English rugby to give him an upper hand when he makes…
AAP
30 Jun 2022, 9:45
The unfortunate reason why Jack Nowell and Manu Tuilagi get on so well
Jack Nowell and Manu Tuilagi may pass like “ships in the night†when on England duty, but they have still developed a strong b…
PA
29 Jun 2022, 9:17
London Irish raid Championship outfit for second-row duo
London Irish have announced the signings of Ed Scragg and Josh Caulfield from Championship outfit Cornish Pirates ahead of next se…
Josh Raisey
29 Jun 2022, 9:00
Gloucester lose attack coach Alex King ahead of next season
Alex King has left Gallagher Premiership club Gloucester following two years as attack coach.
PA
29 Jun 2022, 5:00
Northampton Saints statement: Luther Burrell
Northampton Saints have issued a statement that has clarifed that centre Luther Burrell did not suffer any racial abuse while at t…
Kim Ekin
27 Jun 2022, 12:38
Two England internationals among 16 players exiting Newcastle Falcons
Newcastle Falcons have confirmed the 16 players that will exit the club ahead of the 2022-23 Gallagher Premiership season.
Kim Ekin
27 Jun 2022, 8:39
RFU and Premiership apologise to Luther Burrell
The Rugby Football Union and Premiership Rugby have apologised to Luther Burrell after the former England centre said racism was â…
PA
26 Jun 2022, 14:54
Luther Burrell reveals he was butt of teammates' racist jokes
Former England star Luther Burrell has revealed the extend to which racial abuse is still prevalent in rugby circles.
The 32-yea…
Stefan Frost
26 Jun 2022, 4:11
Leicester explain why they won't be doing an open-top bus city parade
Leicester Tigers have explained why they will not be having an open-top bus tour around the city despite winning their first Galla…
Kim Ekin
24 Jun 2022, 8:24
'So f***in' proud to be associated with someone like Freddie Burns'
Jim Hamilton has provided a compelling account of his emotions while watching two of his former clubs Leicester and Saracens duke …
Liam Heagney
24 Jun 2022, 3:52
Premiership final attracted biggest TV audience in 25-year history
Premiership Rugby have revealed that television coverage of the Gallagher Premiership Rugby 2021/22 season shattered previous audi…
Kim Ekin
23 Jun 2022, 8:42
'The Jasper Wiese try was a play Wiggy brought in on Thursday'
Freddie Burns has revealed why veteran scrum-half Richard Wigglesworth was the recipient of so many on-field plaudits after Leices…
Liam Heagney
23 Jun 2022, 2:04
The 10-word Kevin Sinfield pep talk that inspired Freddie Burns
Gallagher Premiership match-winner Freddie Burns has revealed his amazement that a half-time prediction from Leicester Tigers assi…
Liam Heagney
22 Jun 2022, 6:10
'I feel like I can fit in': Newcastle sign Moroni from Leicester
Life after becoming a Gallagher Premiership title winner last Saturday hasn’t taken long to move on for Argentina midfielder Mat…
Liam Heagney
22 Jun 2022, 2:19
'Accepted the charge': Davies cited for Premiership final yellow
Saracens scrum-half Aled Davies is to face further action over his much-debated shoulder-to-head tackle on Leicester hooker Julian…
Liam Heagney
22 Jun 2022, 1:49
Bristol take Pro D2 route again, making another offbeat signing
Bristol boss Pat Lam has given the French Pro D2 another go as a recruiting ground, signing versatile forward Morgan Eames from Be…
Liam Heagney
21 Jun 2022, 7:40
Ford faces missing start of new season at new club Sale - report
George Ford is believed to be an injury doubt for the start of next season at his new club Sale as an operation will be required t…
Liam Heagney
21 Jun 2022, 5:33
RFU statement: The use of instrumented mouthguards in 2022/23
All elite teams across rugby in England are to be offered the use of instrumented mouthguards next season following satisfaction w…
Liam Heagney
21 Jun 2022, 4:34
CEO Wray pens 'powerful' letter to Saracens fans after Prem final
Saracens CEO Lucy Wray penned an extensive open letter to her club’s fans while sitting in the car on her way home from Twickenh…
Liam Heagney
21 Jun 2022, 1:43
'He isn't bitter, he loves the place. He messaged me last week'
It’s crazy how life can work out. There was Ellis Genge on Saturday evening looking as proud as punch, arriving in for his post-…
Interview
Liam Heagney
20 Jun 2022, 0:55
'Those last five minutes encapsulated it - the fight, the belief'
The Tigers ended a nine-year wait to be crowned English champions on Saturday.
PA
19 Jun 2022, 6:17
MPs respond to Wasps requesting £13m from West Midlands Combined Authority
MPs have responded to the news that Wasps are requesting £13 million of public money from the West Midlands Combined Authority (W…
Stefan Frost
19 Jun 2022, 5:21
Five major reasons why Leicester are champions of England again
We’re frequently told how rugby is increasingly becoming a younger man’s game. Leicester, for instance, had two starting 21-ye…
Analysis
Liam Heagney
19 Jun 2022, 3:15
'Any beer in here? They don't do champagne anymore when you win'
It was pantomime at Twickenham when Leicester hero Freddie Burns arrived in to say his piece to the media around an hour after ful…
Interview
Liam Heagney
19 Jun 2022, 1:15
'Bottled that': Wayne Barnes leniency over high tackle sparks drama in Premiership final
Referee Wayne Barnes, officiating his third Premiership final, was reluctant to go with a red and explained that there.
Sam Smith
18 Jun 2022, 23:00
Bath gaffe in 2018 was on Freddie Burns mind as thriller played out
Freddie Burns admitted he was still in shock after landing the “dead duck†of a drop goal that secured Leicester the Gallagher…
PA
18 Jun 2022, 11:37
Watch - Freddie Burns' paradoxical reaction to Prem final winning dropgoal
All the pre-game talk was about George Ford and Owen Farrell, but it was an England flyhalf of an older vintage that stole show in…
Ian Cameron
18 Jun 2022, 10:44
Saracens player ratings vs Leicester | Gallagher Premiership final
Saracens player ratings live from Twickenham: All week the vibe had been that Mark McCall’s Saracens were on the verge of Gallag…
Opinion
Liam Heagney
18 Jun 2022, 10:00
Leicester player ratings vs Saracens | Gallagher Premiership final
Ian Cameron
18 Jun 2022, 9:17
Last-gasp Burns drop goal wins Leicester the Premiership title
Whatever way it panned out, English rugby was going to have its headline story coming out of Twickenham on Saturday... and it went…
Liam Heagney
18 Jun 2022, 8:48
Devastated George Ford hobbles off after just 20 minutes of Prem final
Leicester Tigers flyhalf George Ford survived just 20 minutes of their Gallagher Premiership Final showdown with Saracens at Twick…
PA
18 Jun 2022, 8:08
'That was the lowest moment I have ever had in a Leicester shirt'
Dan Cole can recall a time when it was “automatic†for Leicester to reach the Gallagher Premiership play-offs and final.
PA
18 Jun 2022, 2:34
'He was almost like a second dad, middle of the night phone calls'
Recalled England scrum-half Danny Care has reflected on his early years at Harlequins, recalling how the London club quickly convi…
Liam Heagney
18 Jun 2022, 2:06
Danny Care convinced Eddie Jones to re-call him over coffee
The 35-year-old is poised to make his comeback off the bench as scrum-half back up to Harry Randall.
PA
18 Jun 2022, 1:40
'We got all the heat': Saracens recall humiliating loss at Pirates
Saturday in front of a packed house at Twickenham with the Premiership title up for grabs will be quite the contrast for Saracens …
Liam Heagney
18 Jun 2022, 1:13
'I'm not bothered, I'm not after praise from people I don't know'
Being Owen Farrell, the Saracens and England captain, can’t be an easy gig with so much attention focused on everything that you…
Interview
Liam Heagney
18 Jun 2022, 0:36
The Borthwick selection call I just can't understand - Andy Goode
Steve Borthwick has made some big calls ahead of the Premiership final but it’s Saracens’ experience and their Test match anim…
Opinion
Andy Goode
17 Jun 2022, 9:33
The 'dark conversations' that jolted Koch into action at Saracens
Springboks World Cup winner Vincent Koch is looking to sign off on his six-year stint at Saracens with another Gallagher Premiersh…
Liam Heagney
17 Jun 2022, 8:59
'I'm biased... but Billy has been outstanding for Saracens'
Mako Vunipola has hailed the efforts of his younger brother Billy to impress this season at Saracens and remind Eddie Jones that h…
Liam Heagney
17 Jun 2022, 7:26
Opposing England flyhalves George Ford and Owen Farrell hailed
Fly-halves take centre-stage in showpiece Twickenham occasion.
PA
17 Jun 2022, 7:01
Wasps' request for £13m public money bail-out fires up Twitter
Wasps have encountered heavy criticism online after it emerged they have asked the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) for £1…
Liam Heagney
17 Jun 2022, 5:37
Saracens make one change as they name team for Premiership final
Saracens boss Mark McCall has made one change team for Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership final following last weekend’s impress…
Liam Heagney
17 Jun 2022, 4:11
Leicester Tigers make three changes for Premiership final
Leicester Tigers have made three positional changes to their starting fifteen for the Gallagher Premiership Final agaisnt Saracens…
Kim Ekin
17 Jun 2022, 4:07
Jersey Reds sign three Premiership players and a Munster centre
The Jersey Reds have confirmed the signing of five players ahead of the 2022/23 season, including two Premiership players and a Mu…
Ian Cameron
17 Jun 2022, 2:37
'I made a pact a long time ago': The Ellis Genge Leicester promise
Leicester captain Ellis Genge has described Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership final against Saracens as the biggest game of his c…
PA
17 Jun 2022, 0:59
'I was sold the dream by Venter, he could sell anything to anyone'
Charlie Hodgson has never forgotten the first impression Brendan Venter made when courting him to sign for Saracens. The seasoned …
Interview
Liam Heagney
16 Jun 2022, 10:00
Oppressive defence bites back as finals rugby arrives
After a period typified by free-flowing, attacking rugby, resolute defence has taken over in 2022.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
16 Jun 2022, 8:53
Is height playing a role in Premiership salaries?
Yesterday an official Premiership Ltd salary report revealed the average pay by position in rugby union and while some of the posi…
Ian Cameron
16 Jun 2022, 6:04
'First time I got hungover, Schalk Burger fed me pints all night'
Barbarians lock Will Skelton has recounted the first time that he wound up hungover following a night out with Saracens that ended…
Liam Heagney
16 Jun 2022, 4:37
'It makes me laugh actually': The backs chat that amuses Vunipola
England and Saracens front-rower Mako Vunipola has taken a tongue-in-cheek swipe at moaning backs. The prop is preparing to play i…
Liam Heagney
16 Jun 2022, 2:28
Saracens face 'forensic' financial audit if crowned Prem champions
Following the implementation of toughened-up salary cap regulations after the Lord Myners review, Saracens will face an extended f…
Liam Heagney
16 Jun 2022, 0:53
'Real step forward': Premiership publishes 20/21 salary cap report
New Premiership Rugby CEO Simon Massie-Taylor has insisted the strengthened salary cap is fit for purpose now that the league’s …
Liam Heagney
15 Jun 2022, 14:10
Breaking: The 2020/21 Premiership salary cap report by numbers
Premiership Rugby's salary cap report has confirmed that the average income of a player in the English top-flight with over 50 int…
Liam Heagney
15 Jun 2022, 14:00
The Tom Youngs message that has 'kind of stuck' with Freddie Burns
Freddie Burns says that a Gallagher Premiership title triumph would mean the world to him as his 13th season of professional rugby…
PA
15 Jun 2022, 12:00
'This is a brilliant move': London Irish sign Italy's Luca Morisi
London Irish have bolstered their ranks with the signing of another Italian international, this time midfielder Luca Morisi from B…
Liam Heagney
15 Jun 2022, 5:00
Harlequins confirm seven exits, including their ex-NFL recruit
Beaten in last Saturday’s Gallager Premiership semi-final by Saracens, 2021 champions Harlequins have confirmed the names of the…
Liam Heagney
15 Jun 2022, 4:23
Banned Robinson explains his 'hung me out to dry' tackle on Biggar
One-time England prospect Sean Robinson has suffered a double punishment for his red-carded tackle on Wales out-half Dan Biggar du…
Liam Heagney
15 Jun 2022, 3:48
Why Itoje wouldn't oppose moving Premiership final from Twickenham
Saracens and England talisman Maro Itoje would have no problem with the Gallagher Premiership final being played away from Twicken…
Liam Heagney
15 Jun 2022, 0:36
'I'd very little reservations about staying, I knew we'd be back'
Maro Itoje has explained he never doubted that Saracens would be back in the big time, that days such as this Saturday’s Gallagh…
Liam Heagney
14 Jun 2022, 14:00
Revealed: 'Wicked' pub meeting put Saracens on road to Prem final
England international Elliot Daly has described how a pub meeting became the catalyst for Saracens to begin the remarkable journey…
Liam Heagney
14 Jun 2022, 7:17
'We don't shy away from it, there's no awkwardness'
Rival internationals Elliot Daly and Nick Tompkins have explained why they are currently making such a consistently potent midfiel…
Liam Heagney
14 Jun 2022, 4:51
The teammate that influenced Freddie Steward's career the most
Leicester will face Saracens in the Premiership final at Twickenham.
PA
13 Jun 2022, 12:12
Van Heerden signs for the Chiefs
The Exeter Chiefs have confirmed the signing of Ruben van Heerden from the Sharks, bringing in a much needed second row. The 24-ye…
Stefan Frost
13 Jun 2022, 8:54
The rugby world mourns the loss of Phil Bennett
The world of rugby mourns the loss of the iconic Phil Bennett, Saracens and Leicester Tigers book a heavyweight clash at Twickenha…
LONG READ
Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
13 Jun 2022, 4:55
'We were a million miles away. It felt like that, and that was the reality'
The Tigers have reached their first Premiership final since 2013.
PA
13 Jun 2022, 2:42
Every Premiership transfer ahead of the 2022/23 season
The Premiership season is drawing to a close which means numerous players are getting ready to join new clubs over the summer brea…
Stefan Frost
13 Jun 2022, 1:43
Owen Farrell is worried about the tackle zone in rugby
Owen Farrell insists players are forced to tread a “very fine line†when tackling after Saracens secured their place in Saturd…
PA
12 Jun 2022, 14:13
Claims Owen Farrell on end of cheap-shot punch to face
The Saracens Harelquins Gallagher Premiership semi-final didn't fail to deliver in terms of intensity at the Stone X Stadium and O…
Ian Cameron
12 Jun 2022, 4:51
Leicester roar into Prem final after beating Saints in thriller
Leicester reached their first Gallagher Premiership final for nine years after George Ford inspired an intense 27-14 victory over …
PA
11 Jun 2022, 10:55
'99 per cent of the people in the organisation weren't responsible'
Mark McCall insisted the loyalty that kept Saracens from falling apart during the salary cap scandal was evident as they claimed a…
PA
11 Jun 2022, 9:46
Saracens are back in Premiership final after seeing off Harlequins
Saracens completed an immediate return to the Gallagher Premiership final after showing their steel to withstand a late Harlequins…
PA
11 Jun 2022, 8:09
Ben Earl still traumatised by boilover defeat
He will line up for Saracens against Harlequins on Saturday.
PA
11 Jun 2022, 1:45
'This weekend for me is like playing in a Test match'
England scrum half Ben Youngs has admitted it has been tough watching other teams battle it out for the Premiership title.
Chris Jones
11 Jun 2022, 1:10
'It's a proper rivalry, I'd say there is as close to hatred there'
Jamie George can’t wait to get stuck into Harlequins on Saturday when Saracens renew their feisty relationship with their fierce…
Liam Heagney
11 Jun 2022, 0:51
'Ambition was to stick two fingers up to everyone critical of us'
Dean Ryan, Rob Andrew and Tony Underwood have delivered a compelling insight into how Newcastle Falcons made history 24 years ago …
Liam Heagney
10 Jun 2022, 11:14
Three internationals among 9 new arrivals at Bath
Three internationals are among nine new arrivals confirmed at Bath as the club usher in a new era under Johann van Graan.
Kim Ekin
10 Jun 2022, 9:57
Jack Clifford: 'I would have given up an England cap for the chance to win the Premiership with Quins'
Nearly two years on from hanging up his boots, the former Harlequins and England backrow is helping players with career-ending inj…
LONG READ
Owain Jones
10 Jun 2022, 9:45
The rival Premiership player that has most impressed Mark McCall
Title-chasing Saracens boss Mark McCall has named a Leicester Tigers forward as the rival club player that has impressed him most …
Liam Heagney
10 Jun 2022, 8:35
'He is a decorated coach who probably doesn't get the plaudits he deserves'
Leicester captain Ellis Genge has lavished praise on “absolutely incredible†Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick ahead of Saturd…
PA
10 Jun 2022, 6:09
Neutrals will be rooting for anyone but Saracens in Prem semis - Andy Goode
Both Premiership semi-finals this season are the archetypal clash of styles and it’s no secret that all the neutrals will be roo…
Andy Goode
10 Jun 2022, 6:05
Borthwick names his Leicester Tigers side for semi-final
Leicester Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick has named the match-day squad for Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership semi-final agains…
Kim Ekin
10 Jun 2022, 4:34
Saracens change 13 and Harlequins two as semi-final teams named
Saracens have made 13 changes to their XV for this Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership semi-final at home to defending champions Ha…
Liam Heagney
10 Jun 2022, 4:25
Northampton make four changes for semi-final with Leicester
Northampton Saints DoR Chris Boyd has made four changes to his line-up for this weekend’s Gallagher Premiership...
Kim Ekin
10 Jun 2022, 4:15
'A no-brainer to extend': Arundell agrees to new London Irish deal
Teen sensation Henry Arundell has committed to an unspecified length, long-term contract at London Irish.
Liam Heagney
10 Jun 2022, 2:20
Alex Mitchell: 'We've got it in us to win the Premiership for the first time since 2014'
The Northampton Saints scrum-half has had an outstanding season and he's hoping to inspire his side to give Chris Boyd the perfect…
LONG READ
Owain Jones
10 Jun 2022, 1:24
'I was very close to going out to the real world, then Chris came'
Lewis Ludlam will never forget the inspiration that soon-to-depart Northampton boss Chris Boyd wielded when the pair first talked …
Interview
Liam Heagney
10 Jun 2022, 1:10
Max Malins: 'We were humbled by Toulon. If we're not at our best we won't win anything'
The free scoring Saracens and England back three player is learning to embrace his natural instincts and just Harlequins lie betwe…
LONG READ
Daniel Gallan
09 Jun 2022, 9:57
'Leicester, heads down, can absolutely annihilate Northampton'
World Cup winner Lewis Moody has made a smashing promise to himself about Leicester: if the Tigers defeat Northampton on Saturday …
Interview
Liam Heagney
09 Jun 2022, 8:36
'Real power': Saracens sign an Italian-based Argentine tighthead
Saracens have momentarily turned away from the buildup to Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership semi-final versus title holders Harle…
Liam Heagney
09 Jun 2022, 4:30
A mind coach is one of four new appointments unveiled at Bath
Incoming head of rugby Johann van Graan has kickstarted his new reign at Bath by unveiling the appointment of four experienced pro…
Liam Heagney
09 Jun 2022, 2:44
Leicester flanker Hanro Liebenberg is chasing a unique family rugby double
Leicester flanker Hanro Liebenberg is chasing a unique family rugby double by adding the Gallagher Premiership title
Chris Jones
09 Jun 2022, 1:05
'Ambitions of the club match my own': Italy prop signs for Irish
London Irish have confirmed the signing of Italy international prop Danilo Fischetti from Zebre Parma. The 24-year-old will join t…
Kim Ekin
08 Jun 2022, 9:16
'I've unfinished business': Mark Wilson becomes a Newcastle coach
Recently-retired England back-rower Mark Wilson is back in rugby after agreeing to become a coach at Newcastle under Dave Walder, …
Liam Heagney
08 Jun 2022, 3:39
Saracens flanker Ben Earl crowned Premiership player of the season
Earl returned to north London after a year spent at Bristol in the wake of Saracens’ salary cap scandal and made an instant impa…
PA
07 Jun 2022, 22:04
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