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'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…
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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.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
'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…
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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…
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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…
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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, …
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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…
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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.
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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.
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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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 …
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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…
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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…
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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 …
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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…
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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…
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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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 - …
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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…
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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…
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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 …
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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…
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…
'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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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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.
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…
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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…
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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 …
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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…
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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 …
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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…
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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.
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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…
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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…
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…
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…
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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.
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…
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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.
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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 …
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…
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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…
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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 …
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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-…
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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.
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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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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…
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…
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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…
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Liam Heagney
18 Jun 2022, 10:00
Leicester player ratings vs Saracens | Gallagher Premiership final
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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…
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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…
'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.
'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…
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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.
'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 …
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
'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 …
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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.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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 …
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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…
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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…
'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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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…
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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…
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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.
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…
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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…
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…
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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 …
'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…
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…
Ben Earl still traumatised by boilover defeat
He will line up for Saracens against Harlequins on Saturday.
'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.
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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…
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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 …
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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.
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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…
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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 …
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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…
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…
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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…
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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…
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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...
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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.
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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…
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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 …
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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…
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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 …
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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…
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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…
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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
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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…
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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, …
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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…
Sinckler ignites Twitter debate with 'worrying times ahead' tweet
England prop Kyle Sinckler has ignited a debate on social media after tweeting on Tuesday afternoon about his concerns that upward…
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Liam Heagney
07 Jun 2022, 9:24
'He now knows, especially having seen people like Jack Nowell'
Incoming Northampton director of rugby Phil Dowson has hailed the rapid progress of rookie winger Tommy Freeman. Restored to full …
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Liam Heagney
07 Jun 2022, 8:40
'I will make sure that I will never let that happen again'
Saracens’ Jamie George has shed some light on why things didn’t work out for him in the second half of 2021, the hooker slippi…
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Liam Heagney
07 Jun 2022, 7:42
Saracens issue Michael Jordan-like Farrell warning to Harlequins
Saracens hooker Jamie George has issued a warning to Harlequins, claiming that skipper Owen Farrell has been wielding an intense M…
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Liam Heagney
07 Jun 2022, 5:00
Kyle Hatherell: 'We woke up to giraffes on our front lawn'
Kyle Hatherell has endured wildfires and rejection, worked call centre and factory jobs on his road to the Premiership.
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Jamie Lyall
07 Jun 2022, 3:47
'When you've been in the gutter and you've seen the resurgence, that's when you really feel pride'
Ellis Genge knows his time with Leicester Tigers is rapidly coming to an end and having helped pull the club out of the “gutter…
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Chris Jones
06 Jun 2022, 9:55
Nathan Hughes is off to Japan not France
Former England No8 Nathan Hughes has opted to join the ever-increasing number of high profile players heading to Japan after turni…
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Chris Jones
06 Jun 2022, 7:58
The 16 uncapped players named in the England training squad
Eddie Jones has named 16 uncapped players in the England training squad ahead of the summer tour to Australia. Headlines will focu…
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Stefan Frost
06 Jun 2022, 5:25
England could yet win battle for dual-qualified Regan Grace
Super League flyer Regan Grace could yet be set on a path to England Rugby as Gallagher Premiership clubs circle the rugby league …
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Ian Cameron
06 Jun 2022, 3:58
The 5 Prem players shortlisted for breakout star award
Five breakout stars from this season’s Gallagher Premiership have been shortlisted for the Land Rover Discovery of The Season aw…
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Stefan Frost
05 Jun 2022, 8:33
Harry Potter: Table points count for 'bugger all'
Harry Potter helped Leicester Tigers finish top of the Gallagher Premiership table but typical of a player who spent his formative…
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Chris Jones
05 Jun 2022, 7:24
Former England fullback tips Harlequins for Premiership glory
Mike Brown has predicted that Harlequins will reclaim the Gallagher Premiership title ahead of their semi-final matchup against Lo…
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Stefan Frost
05 Jun 2022, 6:04
Why Quins have no regrets playing first-choice side in Exeter dead rubber
Harlequins head coach Tabai Matson believes it was the correct decision to field a full-strength side in their 47-38 defeat to Exe…
'I rather the regulation bent or manipulated than a broken neck'
Worcester boss Steve Diamond has shared his latest thoughts on the Gallagher Premiership cancellation controversy with Gloucester,…
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Liam Heagney
05 Jun 2022, 1:05
'There's a little bit of him that's forever going to be a part of the Sale DNA'
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson paid tribute to Faf De Klerk following the South Africa scrum-half’s final game for the cl…
Northampton thrash Newcastle to claim play-off spot
Tommy Freeman showcased his burgeoning talent by scoring a hat-trick in Northampton’s 65-26 thumping of Newcastle, which qualifi…
Worcester fightback leaves Bath beaten and finishing bottom
Bath were condemned to a bottom-of-the-table finish as they suffered a 43-27 defeat to Worcester at Sixways in the final round of …
Record crowd see Exeter sign off with statement victory over Harlequins
A record crowd of 14,876 at Sandy Park saw Exeter finish their season in style by beating Harlequins 47-38 in a 13-try thriller.
Sale give the departing de Klerk and de Jager a perfect send off
Sale marked the departures of South Africa duo Faf de Klerk and Lood de Jager in perfect fashion as they recorded a 42-19 Gallaghe…
Gloucester miss out on play-offs despite hammering Saracens
Gloucester missed out on the Gallagher Premiership play-offs but they still ended their season with a thumping 54-7 victory over S…
Leicester stumble past Wasps to ensure top spot in standings
Leicester booked a Gallacher Premiership semi-final against East Midlands rivals Northampton with a stumbling 20-10 win over Wasps…
'I was probably a bit more anxious then, a little bit more nervous'
Dean Richards has claimed he is stepping away from front-line rugby a mellower character at the age of 58 than what he was like wh…
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Liam Heagney
04 Jun 2022, 3:42
'I'd two or three offers abroad but I've unfinished Prem business'
Steve Diamond believes the eleven months he spent away from rugby after quitting as Sale boss have him primed to be a long-term su…
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Liam Heagney
04 Jun 2022, 3:05
'There's an argument I might not be talented enough in this role'
Alex Sanderson hasn’t shied away from the criticism that Sale have not delivered on their full potential this season, finding th…
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Liam Heagney
04 Jun 2022, 1:17
'It was hell for teams to play at Sandy Park, that has ebbed away'
Rob Baxter has recognised that Exeter need to tweak their mindset and remember that their best seasons are built on them being hor…
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Liam Heagney
04 Jun 2022, 1:12
'I'm a huge believer that the league table doesn't lie'
Rob Baxter has drawn a line under the 2021/22 season at Exeter, accepting that his Chiefs weren't good enough to be a top-four tea…
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Liam Heagney
03 Jun 2022, 9:15
Leicester get most picks in Greenwood's Premiership XV of the year
Leicester, Saracens and Harlequins are the dominant contributors in the Gallagher Premiership team of the season named by retired …
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Liam Heagney
03 Jun 2022, 6:31
Obano starts first game in 7 months as Bath, Worcester name teams
Fit-again England prop Beno Obano will start his first game in just over seven months when Bath take on Worcester Warriors in thei…
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Liam Heagney
03 Jun 2022, 4:40
International trio to play final game for Bristol
A trio of internationals are set for their final Bristol Bears bow after being named in the squad that is set to play Sale this we…
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Ian Cameron
03 Jun 2022, 4:18
'If they can't handle the pressure then maybe this isn't for them'
Pat Lam is remarkably upbeat despite having to deal with a season of underachievement and the disruptions caused by COVID and the …
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Chris Jones
03 Jun 2022, 1:46
'Chip on shoulder leaving Ulster motivates me in darkest times'
Long-serving Worcester hooker Niall Annett has given himself a career pat on the back ahead of his final match for the Gallagher P…
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Liam Heagney
03 Jun 2022, 1:11
'You always have an interest, particularly ones like Denny'
Sale boss Alex Sanderson will keep a Saturday morning eye on how the club’s ex-winger Denny Solomona will fare with the Highland…
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Liam Heagney
03 Jun 2022, 0:24
'Size 15 feet, I don't need to grow more. Hopefully, I've stopped'
England prospect Joe Heyes reckons he has now filled out as best he can and is ready to accelerate his promising career with his c…
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Liam Heagney
02 Jun 2022, 8:08
'Haven't got that right': Richards names rugby's biggest problem
Ahead of his final game as the Newcastle director of rugby after a decade in charge at Kingston Park, Dean Richards has named what…
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Liam Heagney
02 Jun 2022, 6:45
'We wouldn't be going down if there was relegation, not a chance'
Steve Diamond has insisted that if there was relegation in place at the end of the current 2021/22 Gallagher Premiership season, t…
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Liam Heagney
02 Jun 2022, 6:05
'He sees any mistake as a learning as opposed to a loss of face'
Saracens assistant Kevin Sorrell has explained why unheralded signing Theo McFarland has become such a success for the title-chasi…
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Liam Heagney
02 Jun 2022, 0:34
Premiership CEO makes 2024 promise on promotion and relegation
Premiership Rugby chief executive Simon Massie-Taylor has insisted promotion and relegation will return to the top flight. Champio…
Richards rues 'incredibly loyal servant' not getting England cap
Ahead of his last game as Newcastle director of rugby, England Test selection was one topic Dean Richards touched on when reflecti…
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Liam Heagney
01 Jun 2022, 11:14
Gloucester statement: 2021 Lions pick Harris extends his contract
British and Irish Lions midfielder Chris Harris has extended his contract at the playoff-chasing Gloucester, the Scotland player…
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Kim Ekin
01 Jun 2022, 9:35
'It's easy to talk but it's very difficult to actually deliver'
The ambitious George Skivington has transformed Gloucester into Premiership playoff challengers after an eleventh-place finish las…
'He won't leave as big a hole as he would have done a year ago'
Rob Baxter has farewelled Jonny Hill as an Exeter player by suggesting the departure of the England lock to Sale this summer won…
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Liam Heagney
01 Jun 2022, 4:43
Surgeon's latest advice for 'a freak of nature, Ollie Lawrence'
Worcester have confirmed the season is over for Ollie Lawrence but they insist they have a handle on the calf injury that has plag…
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Liam Heagney
01 Jun 2022, 0:41
'I know why they're leaving and can't disagree with their motives'
Alex Sanderson has farewelled Springboks duo Faf de Klerk and Lood de Jager ahead of their final appearance for Sale this Saturday…
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Liam Heagney
31 May 2022, 9:32
'You would question whether the draw was properly worked out'
Northampton captain Lewis Ludlam could be available for the key Gallagher Premiership clash against Newcastle on Saturday after mi…
Woodward heads list as Gloucester confirm three players leaving
Gloucester have announced that three players - including Jason Woodward - will leave Kingsholm at the end of the 2021/22 season.
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Liam Heagney
31 May 2022, 7:52
'He's pretty unique in terms of his skill set for loosehead prop'
Saracens have explained how chuffed they have been with the input of Mako Vunipola, outlining he adopted an Owen Farrell-like coac…
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Liam Heagney
31 May 2022, 7:25
Saints sign two ex-England age-grade players, including 128kg prop
Northampton have confirmed the signing of English duo Aaron Hinkley and Alfie Petch from Exeter Chiefs. A club statement read: “…
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Kim Ekin
31 May 2022, 5:37
'I'm not signing him... you need lads who are hard cases'
Worcester boss Steve Diamond has dismissed speculation that they are in the market to sign Fijian lock Leone Nakarawa, revealing i…
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Liam Heagney
31 May 2022, 5:05
'Every final I can remember, something has shocked me'
Leicester Tigers legend Austin Healey believes the Gallagher Premiership rugby final is an occasion like no other that continues t…
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Kim Ekin
31 May 2022, 2:40
'Stop talking about corporate reasons why we can't do relegation'
Ex-England international out-half Stuart Barnes has taken a pop at millionaires club owners in the relegation-free Gallagher Premi…
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Liam Heagney
31 May 2022, 2:04
What France's European dominance has taught everyone else
The European Finals weekend brought plenty for French teams to celebrate. Three of the four finalists in the Champions Cup and Cha…
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Stefan Frost
30 May 2022, 9:21
London Irish confirm further departures including three internationals
London Irish have confirmed the departure of eleven players at the end of the season, which includes over 200 caps-worth of experi…
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Josh Raisey
30 May 2022, 8:31
'I honestly believe they have a good shot at winning the big trophy'
Former Northampton Saints second row Christian Day believes his old side have a “good shot” of winning the Premiership to send…
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RugbyPass
30 May 2022, 6:36
Former England flanker Tom Wood announces retirement
Former England flanker Tom Wood has announced he will retire from professional rugby next month following 12 seasons at Northampto…
Ulster sign All Black tighthead from Wasps
Ulster have announced the signing of one-cap All Black Jeff Toomaga-Allen from Wasps on a one year deal from next season.
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Josh Raisey
30 May 2022, 3:23
Ex-England international delivers a damning Ed Griffiths verdict
An ex-England international hopes that last Wednesday’s exit from Bath of Ed Griffiths will be the last time that the administra…
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Liam Heagney
28 May 2022, 4:44
'Fearns is in the middle laying people out like Neo in The Matrix'
Ex-England lock Dave Attwood has named Carl Fearns, his former Bath teammate, as the hardest player he has ever come up against. T…
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Liam Heagney
28 May 2022, 3:09
'Bit like Football Factory, he was shouting abuse and running away'
Dave Attwood has likened the crazy 2013 night that resulted in Gavin Henson getting knocked out in a Bath bar by Carl Fearns as an…
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Liam Heagney
28 May 2022, 1:34
England international tackles rumour he has asked to quit Bath
England international Ben Spencer has taken to Twitter to respond to speculation that he asked to be released from his Bath contra…
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Liam Heagney
27 May 2022, 9:27
Sale statement: Simon Hammersley to retire from rugby aged 29
Sale full-back Simon Hammersley has announced that he will retire from playing at the age of 29 and pursue a career away from rugb…
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Liam Heagney
27 May 2022, 6:42
'Best days are ahead of him': Saracens unveil replacement for Koch
Saracens have announced that Christian Judge will re-join the club after signing a two-year deal to return to StoneX Stadium.
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Liam Heagney
27 May 2022, 3:36
Defence coach Mouneimne becomes the latest casualty at Bristol
Defence coach Omar Mouneimne has paid the price for this season’s downturn at Bristol, the assistant exiting the Gallagher Premi…
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Liam Heagney
27 May 2022, 3:11
'I ticked off quite a few major life tragedies'
Andrew Fenby became the latest recipient of the RPA Blyth Spirit Award on Wednesday evening after recovering from testicular cance…
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Stefan Frost
27 May 2022, 0:46
'That's bollocks': Jono Ross banned after his latest yellow card
Jono Ross has had his season ended early at Sale as he was banned for one match following the accumulation of three yellow cards o…
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Liam Heagney
26 May 2022, 7:41
Twitter reaction to Bath included deleted tweet by England player
Wednesday afternoon’s confirmation that Bath have undergone yet another restructure involving Stuart Hooper and Ed Griffiths gen…
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Liam Heagney
26 May 2022, 2:09
Bath change it up again, altering Hooper role and axing Griffiths
Gallagher Premiership strugglers Bath have rolled out yet more alterations to its management, giving incoming head coach Johann va…
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Liam Heagney
25 May 2022, 7:49
The 'Test match Tuesdays' spurring on Vunipola cousin Pifeleti
Promising hooker Kapeli Pifeleti is looking to step on the career accelerator at Saracens and start winning trophies at the London…
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Kim Ekin
25 May 2022, 5:37
Will the Premiership go to war with the URC?
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Nick Bishop
25 May 2022, 4:26
England rookie Tom Pearson signs his first senior Irish contract
Recent England squad pick Tom Pearson has signed his first senior professional contract with London Irish following a breakthrough…
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Kim Ekin
25 May 2022, 3:51
Northampton confirm the nine players that are leaving next month
Gallagher Premiership playoff chasers Northampton have confirmed the names of the nine players that are leaving them this summer w…
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Kim Ekin
25 May 2022, 3:27
The Andy Goode 'no in-between' theory on Wasps' inconsistencies
Ex-England international Andy Goode has shared his thoughts on why his former club Wasps are languishing in ninth place in the Gal…
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Liam Heagney
25 May 2022, 3:09
On this day 2013: Hartley allegedly calls Barnes a 'f***ing cheat'
Dylan Hartley missed the subsequent British and Irish Lions tour through suspension after becoming the first player to be sent off…
'He's quality, a gem, everything that Saracens want as a player'
Ex-Saracens second row Jim Hamilton has sung the praises of new club recruit Theo McFarland, who capped the 23rd appearance of his…
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Liam Heagney
24 May 2022, 7:36
Son of ex-England boss Lancaster leaves Leicester for Championship
Leinster taking on La Rochelle in this Saturday’s Heineken Champions Cup final isn’t the only big news surrounding Stuart Lanc…
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Liam Heagney
24 May 2022, 4:28
'They did take a punt on me': Gloucester extend Skivington deal
Gloucester have announced that George Skivington has committed his future to Kingsholm after signing a new long-term deal with the…
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Kim Ekin
24 May 2022, 3:40
Saracens statement: 'Character' Barrington is leaving for France
Saracens have confirmed that Richard Barrington, their long-serving loosehead, will leave at the end of the 2021/22 Gallagher Prem…
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Kim Ekin
24 May 2022, 1:59
It's official: Christian Wade eyeing rugby return
Former Wasps flyer Christian Wade has confirmed he's eyeing up a return to rugby after getting cut by the Buffalo Bills.
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Ian Cameron
23 May 2022, 10:04
Eddie, tell us once and for all why Danny Care isn't in the England squad? - Andy Goode
The group training in Richmond this week may be a mix of new names and experienced faces but it’s another England squad without …
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Andy Goode
23 May 2022, 10:01
'I want to play at the World Cup and I haven't shied away from that'
Mako Vunipola wants to win a World Cup. Of course he does. Every rugby player around the world dreams of lifting that famous golde…
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Daniel Gallan
23 May 2022, 1:21
Departing Lion praised: 'It just shows what a quality player he is'
Bath head coach Neal Hatley had fulsome praise for Taulupe Faletau on his farewell to a packed Recreation Ground with two match-wi…
England hooker Dolly facing months out of the game
England hooker Nic Dolly is facing months out of the game after suffering a horrendous knee injury against Newcastle Falcons yeste…
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Ian Cameron
22 May 2022, 4:18
The 'sweet spot' Sale hope to hit loaning out their young players
Sale Sharks will look to strengthen their fledgling relationship with Caldy after the Wirral outfit won promotion to the Champions…
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Liam Heagney
22 May 2022, 2:46
Saracens book home semi-final with victory over Northampton
A clinical second-half performance from Saracens saw them secure a home semi-final in the Premiership play-offs after a 42-38 win …
Fightback sees Bath climb off the bottom with rare Premiership win
Bath hauled themselves off the bottom of the Gallagher Premiership table with an unlikely comeback win against London Irish after …
Leaders Leicester spoil Dean Richards' Kingston Park farewell
Leaders Leicester clinched their 19th Premiership win of the season with a gritty 27-5 victory over Newcastle at Kingston Park. Tr…
Harlequins turn another seemingly lost cause into a fabulous win
Comeback kings Harlequins booked their place in the Gallagher Premiership playoffs after another spectacular turnaround saw them b…
'Crooked fingers and a nose that can't smell much, but it's fine'
Sean O’Brien beamed his best smile when asked the other day by RugbyPass how his body is feeling with the curtain set to fall on…
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Liam Heagney
21 May 2022, 1:26
The Deano personality clash advice that Walder has never forgotten
With the curtain soon set to fall on Dean Richards’ decade-long run in charge at Newcastle, incoming Falcons boss Dave Walder h…
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Liam Heagney
21 May 2022, 1:09
Will Collier: 'The front row at scrum time is the best place in the world'
A select member of the Quins front row forwards to have passed 200 appearances, Will Collier is playing the best rugby of his care…
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Owain Jones
20 May 2022, 14:29
Sale strike back to see off Wasps and secure European Champions Cup spot
Sale secured their place in the European Champions Cup for next season with a hard-fought Premiership comeback victory on Friday.
Bristol win effectively ends Exeter's hopes of reaching Premiership play-offs
Exeter’s hopes of reaching the Premiership play-offs for a seventh-successive season were effectively ended after Bristol beat t…
All Black among 7 more departures at Wasps
Wasps have this afternoon confirmed the departure of seven more players from the Coventry Building Society Arena.
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Kim Ekin
20 May 2022, 9:15
'That is what the strictly policed salary should create'
Exeter and Sale both sounded at peace this week that are unlikely to make the Gallagher Premiership semi-finals this season eleven…
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Liam Heagney
20 May 2022, 2:41
'We were driving around every day looking for training pitches'
Ex-England international Dean Schofield has revealed that the Premiership title-winning Sale used to drive around during the Phili…
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Liam Heagney
20 May 2022, 1:16
Big Saffa lock De Chaves returns to Newcastle after MLR stint
Giant South African lock Sebastian de Chaves will return for a second stint at Newcastle Falcons, with the well travelled lock sig…
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Kim Ekin
19 May 2022, 10:02
O'Brien: 'Nothing's set in stone, I'm open to every conversation'
Sean O’Brien has claimed he still hasn’t made a concrete decision on what his future will be once he retires from playing afte…
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Liam Heagney
19 May 2022, 8:27
'Like anyone it hit him like a bit of a train'
Incoming Newcastle boss Dave Walder is hoping the Falcons will soon complete negotiations to being Mark Wilson on board his coachi…
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Liam Heagney
19 May 2022, 3:21
London Scottish bring in 'eager' Joe Gray as their new head coach
Long-serving Harlequins hooker Joe Gray hasn’t been in rugby limbo for very long as London Scottish confirmed on Thursday that h…
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Kim Ekin
19 May 2022, 1:46
'I like Josh's attacking outlook': Newcastle sign Ospreys' Thomas
Ospreys fly-half Josh Thomas has signed for Newcastle Falcons, joining the Gallagher Premiership club this summer on a two-year de…
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Kim Ekin
18 May 2022, 8:11
'Immensely grateful' Jones heading back to Glasgow from Harlequins
Scotland player Huw Jones will return to Glasgow Warriors at the end of the current Gallagher Premiership season with Harlequins.
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Kim Ekin
18 May 2022, 4:13
'Club is very close to my heart': Maitland extends Saracens deal
Out-of-favour Scotland winger Sean Maitland has signed a one-year extension at Saracens, the London club he has been with since 20…
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Kim Ekin
18 May 2022, 3:17
The 2am Saturday night texts Jonny Hill is sending Alex Sanderson
Alex Sanderson is excited about the potential relationship that can be built with England lock Jonny Hill, the Sale director of ru…
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Liam Heagney
17 May 2022, 11:13
'First player to win every English and European trophy' to retire
Harlequins stalwart Joe Gray will retire at the end of the season, calling to an end a twelve-year playing career in which the hoo…
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Kim Ekin
17 May 2022, 4:55
Bristol confirm 16 players that have re-signed for club
Bristol Bears have released the names of sixteen players who have committed their future to the Gallagher Premiership side.
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Ian Cameron
16 May 2022, 11:29
Why Borthwick is backing three players in their late 30s for Tigers
Leicester boss Steve Borthwick is refusing to place an age ceiling on veteran backs Chris Ashton and Richard Wigglesworth.
The 21 biggest Premiership and URC signings ahead of 2022/23
Numerous blockbuster trades have already been confirmed and below RugbyPass takes a look at some of the biggest in the Premiership…
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Stefan Frost
16 May 2022, 2:06
'It's not a case of that': Irish review wounding Cokanasiga loss
Declan Kidney hasn’t ruled out the possibility of Phil Cokanasiga rejoining London Irish sometime in the future after it was con…
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Liam Heagney
15 May 2022, 1:47
On this day: Martin Johnson Leicester farewell ruined by Wasps
Wasps surged to their third successive Premiership title in front of a 66,000 crowd at Twickenham.
Leicester Tigers sign England star Anthony Watson and Jimmy Gopperth
After months of rumours, Leicester Tigers have confirmed the signing of England star Anthony Watson from Bath.
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Kim Ekin
12 May 2022, 11:00
Chris Ashton and Richard Wigglesworth sign new Leicester deals
Wing Chris Ashton and scrum-half Richard Wigglesworth have agreed new deals with Gallagher Premiership leaders Leicester.
Leicester Tigers sign Cokanasiga from London Irish
Leicester Tigers have signed Phil Cokanasiga who will leave the London Irish following the conclusion of the 2021/22 season, both …
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Kim Ekin
12 May 2022, 8:00
Newcastle sign 6'8 Spanish international from Doncaster
Newcastle Falcons have confirmed the signing of Spanish international Josh Peters from Doncaster Knights.
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Kim Ekin
12 May 2022, 6:33
England must embrace attacking flair of young firecrackers
When young Henry Arundell’s length-of-the-field try against Toulon went viral, something in the stratum of English rugby began t…
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Nick Bishop
11 May 2022, 8:49
'He's someone everyone keeps an eye on': Wasps address Wade rumour
Wasps boss Lee Blackett took questions on Tuesday from RugbyPass and the Coventry Telegraph on their ex-star winger Christian Wade…
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Liam Heagney
10 May 2022, 9:17
Gloucester statement: 'Club will seek compensation from Worcester'
Gloucester CEO Lance Bradley has explained the club will seek compensation from Worcester following their cancelled Premiership ma…
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Liam Heagney
10 May 2022, 8:28
Gloucester-Worcester cancellation: Full 26-page verdict published
A fascinating chain of correspondence - including a disagreement on what was allegedly said between the respective club owners - h…
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Liam Heagney
10 May 2022, 7:23
Saracens storm into Challenge Cup semi-finals with big win at Gloucester
Owen Farrell kicked 19 points as Gloucester were handed a harsh lesson in knockout rugby by Saracens in a 44-15 European Challenge…
'A fresh start': Nick Easter agrees to double job at Worcester
Worcester have appointed ex-England No8 Nick Easter as their new defence and forwards coach for the 2022/23 season. He will take o…
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Kim Ekin
06 May 2022, 8:41
Confirmed: Newcastle name new boss as Dean Richards steps down
Newcastle have confirmed that Dean Richards will step down as director of rugby at the end of the current season, with head coach …
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Liam Heagney
06 May 2022, 8:17
Danny Cipriani's Bath exit confirmed after 'challenging season'
Bath have confirmed that Danny Cipriani will depart the club at the end of the season for "an opportunity overseas."
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Kim Ekin
06 May 2022, 5:42
How 'really coachable' 19-year-old produced a 20-minute MOTM cameo
Last Sunday presented an incredible situation for the 19-year-old London Irish rookie Henry Arundell to capture the imagination an…
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Liam Heagney
06 May 2022, 5:41
The trick Andy Goode pulled to help a young Alex Lozowski at Wasps
Saracens utility back Alex Lozowski has revealed how former England flyhalf Andy Goode helped him out financially when he was a yo…
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Ian Cameron
06 May 2022, 4:10
'I'm not sure I'm a fan of a golden point to tell you the truth'
London Irish head coach Les Kiss has shared his thoughts on whether a golden point tiebreaker needs to be introduced in the Gallag…
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Liam Heagney
05 May 2022, 11:05
'The writing was on the wall. It was unsaid, but he knew and I knew'
As English rugby players go, Zack Henry has walked the road less travelled through the professional game.
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Ian Cameron
05 May 2022, 8:59
'Impressed by his aspirations': Harlequins sign SA lock Herbst
Harlequins have signed South African second row Irne Herbst from Benetton for the 2022/23 season. The 29-year-old forward, who has…
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Kim Ekin
05 May 2022, 4:16
Wasps explain why Crossdale hasn't played Premiership since January
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has explained why England prospect Ali Crossdale hasn’t featured in his team’s Gallagher Premiership s…
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Liam Heagney
05 May 2022, 3:48
Bristol Bears CEO heading to the exit - report
Long-serving Bristol Bears stalwart Mark Tainton is set to leave the Gallagher Premiership side - reportedly off the back of the g…
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Ian Cameron
05 May 2022, 3:20
'We look after each other and his mates have been strong for him'
London Irish head coach Les Kiss has shed light on the growing influence of ex-Ireland out-half Paddy Jackson in recent years at t…
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Liam Heagney
04 May 2022, 11:05
Sale confirm Rohan van Rensburg is heading home to South Africa
Rohan Janse van Rensburg has decided to leave Sale Sharks and join the Cell C Sharks in Durban on a three-year deal. The South Afr…
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Kim Ekin
04 May 2022, 6:52
'Yard quicker up top': Wasps' verdict on Hougaard position switch
Wasps have been singing the praises of ex-Springboks international Francois Hougaard, their scrum-half signing last summer from Wo…
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Liam Heagney
04 May 2022, 4:11
'You said Chris Ashton would only end up playing at Doncaster'
The Rugby Pod have this week celebrated the remarkable feat of Chris Ashton in setting a new all-time try-scoring record in the Ga…
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Liam Heagney
04 May 2022, 3:20
Prop Nixon confirms return to France after just a year at Exeter
Sam Nixon has confirmed he is heading back to France following the end of the current season with Exeter. The 25-year-old joined t…
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Kim Ekin
03 May 2022, 10:39
Youngs' farewell speech: 'Wasn't a dry eye in the changing room'
Former England and Leicester hooker Tom Youngs has admitted that life can be cruel after calling time on his distinguished 15-year…
'We trialled it seven weeks ago': Wasps reveal new Mitchell role
Lee Blackett has revealed to RugbyPass that ex-England assistant John Mitchell is now doing a different role at Wasps following a …
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Liam Heagney
03 May 2022, 6:47
'We all s**t ourselves because Tom Youngs was there'
Ex-Leicester teammates Jim Hamilton and Andy Goode have recalled the botched robbery simulation of the Tigers academy house that r…
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Liam Heagney
03 May 2022, 5:01
'I'm going to say it frankly - Bath need to get rid of Hooper'
Rugby Pod co-hosts Jim Hamilton and Andy Goode have doubled down on the criticism voiced earlier this season about Bath boss Stuar…
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Liam Heagney
03 May 2022, 3:43
Last play try drama as London Irish hold Wasps to draw
London Irish completed a remarkable comeback by collecting a penalty try from a collapsed line-out drive with the last play of the…
'We should be relegated' - Bath fans vent after 'apalling, spineless' display
Bath fans have taken to social media to vent after suffering a humiliating defeat in their Gallagher Premiership debry match with …
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Ian Cameron
01 May 2022, 7:02
'Lot of work trying to make sure he doesn't make the same mistake'
Lee Blackett has given his assessment on how Jacob Umaga has responded after getting red carded in two consecutive games during th…
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Liam Heagney
01 May 2022, 2:26
'I played alongside him many years ago... you can't tell very much difference'
Leicester head coach Steve Borthwick paid tribute to the evergreen Chris Ashton after the former England winger became the Gallagh…
'To have an owl follow you around, I feel that would be quality'
Ollie Hassell-Collins can't disagree with the description of him that London Irish boss Declan Kidney delivered to RugbyPass in Ja…
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Liam Heagney
01 May 2022, 1:57
'You have a drink, the veils drop and they get to shoot at me'
With a big Heineken Champions Cup quarter-final on the horizon next weekend away to Racing, Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson …
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Liam Heagney
01 May 2022, 1:25
Bring back relegation, and do it fast - Andy Goode
Big margins of victory can happen from time to time but a West Country derby being decided by 64 points shows why relegation can…
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Andy Goode
01 May 2022, 1:04
More records tumble for Ashton as Leicester thump Bristol
Chris Ashton ran in a hat-trick to become the Gallagher Premiership’s record try scorer as leaders Leicester handsomely beat Bri…
'Disgraceful what we saw today, disrespectful to the occasion'
Ugo Monye has described Saturday's Bath display as disgraceful - they were humiliated 64-0 at Gloucester and stay bottom of the Pr…
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Liam Heagney
30 Apr 2022, 9:54
Malins on fire as Saracens enjoy convincing Sixways win
Four tries from Saracens’ full-back Matt Malins ensured that his side took a huge step to securing a home tie in the Gallagher P…
'Unbelievable': Early Chris Ashton strike breaks Premiership try record
Former England winger Chris Ashton needed just four minutes of Saturday's Leicester versus Bristol game to score the try that made…
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Liam Heagney
30 Apr 2022, 8:01
'Subconsciously it was there' - Sanderson admits huge fixture looms large
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson was pleased with his side’s second-half improvement in their 35-27 win over Newcastle.
'More surgeries this year than I've seen in 22 years in the sport'
Stuart Hooper has claimed he has never seen a team suffer as many surgeries as Bath have this season in his 20-plus years in rugby…
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Liam Heagney
30 Apr 2022, 3:21
'One hell of a journey': Ex-Wasps back row Thompson calls it quits
Ex-Wasps and Leicester back row Guy Thompson has announced on social media that he will retire from playing at the age of 35 when …
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Liam Heagney
30 Apr 2022, 2:34
Danny Care breaks yellow card record as Northampton edge Harlequins
James Grayson held his nerve to fire over a superb 50-metre penalty to beat Harlequins 32-31 in a thrilling contest.
'I never turned into an alcoholic, I can't give you that headline'
Second-year head coach George Skivington has candidly spoken about his coping mechanisms when it comes to handling the immense pre…
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Liam Heagney
30 Apr 2022, 1:23
'You respect anyone playing at that age, Johnny, Smith, Thorn'
Bristol boss Pat Lam has suggested he wouldn't be in the least bit surprised to see John Afoa play Gallagher Premiership rugby nex…
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Liam Heagney
30 Apr 2022, 0:45
Sale keep top-four hopes alive with hard-fought win over Newcastle
Sale kept their Gallagher Premiership top-four hopes just about alive with a 35-27 bonus-point win over Newcastle.
Cipriani statement: 'My last games in England are fast arriving'
Danny Cipriani has confirmed he will finish up at Bath at the end of the current season and embark on a different rugby experience…
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Liam Heagney
29 Apr 2022, 9:09
The Wasps message for England about 'ultimate team guy' Robson
Lee Blackett reckons it would be great to see Dan Robson back in an England shirt following his impressive form in recent weeks fo…
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Liam Heagney
29 Apr 2022, 6:56
'He's another Antoine example, we found him playing in Ebbw Vale'
Pat Lam has described Toby Fricker - last weekend's Bristol match-winner against Gloucester in the Gallagher Premiership - as anot…
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Liam Heagney
29 Apr 2022, 5:52
Exeter statement: Defence coach Salvi exits with immediate effect
The difficult season that Exeter have experienced has had a casualty, defence coach Julian Salvi exiting the Chiefs with immediate…
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Liam Heagney
29 Apr 2022, 4:54
'We do get overlooked quite a bit, the RFU, RPA, agents, whatever'
Long-serving Newcastle boss Dean Richards has touched on the isolation within rugby that is felt by the Falcons and Sale, their no…
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Liam Heagney
29 Apr 2022, 4:05
What Leicester are saying behind closed doors about silverware
Matt Scott has revealed Leicester are refusing to talk about a potential Gallagher Premiership and Heineken Champions Cup double a…
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Chris Jones
29 Apr 2022, 2:35
'Extremely valuable, talented individual': Bath sign Piers Francis
Bath have confirmed they have signed England midfielder Piers Francis 21 days after Northampton revealed he would be leaving them …
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Kim Ekin
28 Apr 2022, 9:36
The one Cipriani at Bath aspect that DoR Hooper 'can't argue with'
Bath director of rugby Stuart Hooper has delivered his verdict on the year Danny Cipriani has spent at the Gallagher Premiership c…
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Liam Heagney
28 Apr 2022, 9:14
Smith's 'brilliant position' warning to Harlequins' title rivals
Marcus Smith has warned Harlequins’ title rivals that his Gallagher Premiership champions are a more formidable outfit than last…
Injured England duo Lawes and Curry return to Premiership action
Courtney Lawes and Tom Curry, the duo who captained England in their recent five-game Guinness Six Nations campaign, are back in a…
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Liam Heagney
28 Apr 2022, 5:26
'Departs with our love': Alapati Leiua leaves Bristol for Pro D2
Bristol have confirmed that Alapati Leiua will depart the Gallagher Premiership club at the end of the season to join French Pro D…
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Liam Heagney
28 Apr 2022, 5:03
Bath respond to speculation that Watson to Leicester is done deal
Bath boss Stuart Hooper has reacted to media speculation this week that Anthony Watson, the England and Lions player, will definit…
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Liam Heagney
28 Apr 2022, 3:52
Northampton sign the English-qualified James Ramm from Super Rugby
Northampton have announced the signing of Australian wing James Ramm from the NSW Waratahs ahead of the 2022/23 season. The Englis…
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Kim Ekin
28 Apr 2022, 2:24
'If it was up to me I'd live on a little island and fish all day'
Out of favour England winger Adam Radwan was quick out of the blocks this week when quipping to RugbyPass that he had the perfect …
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Liam Heagney
27 Apr 2022, 11:04
Harlequins statement: Strategic partnership with London Scottish
Gallagher Premiership champions Harlequins and London Scottish, the bottom side in the recent eleven-team Championship, have annou…
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Kim Ekin
27 Apr 2022, 9:23
'I've no regrets': Tom Youngs retires with immediate effect
Ex-Leicester skipper Tom Youngs has confirmed his retirement from professional rugby with immediate effect. The 35-year-old retire…
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Kim Ekin
27 Apr 2022, 6:36
'Absolute warrior': English lock who thrived in New Zealand quits
Harlequins lock Matt Symons will retire from rugby at the end of the current season, the 32-year-old calling time on an eleven-yea…
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Kim Ekin
27 Apr 2022, 6:20
'Simple answer' about Nadolo has left Leicester dreaming of titles
Steve Borthwick is hoping the experience of the defence-busting Nemani Nadolo, Kevin Sinfield and Aled Walters can help keep Leice…
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Chris Jones
27 Apr 2022, 5:28
The 'brilliant bloke' Gloucester verdict on their Georgian gamble
Gloucester boss George Skivington has given his verdict on Giorgi Kveseladze, the unheralded Georgian international that the Galla…
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Liam Heagney
27 Apr 2022, 5:01
New Munster signing suffers a season-ending injury at Bristol
New Munster signing Antoine Frisch has played his last match for Bristol as an injury sustained in last Friday's Gallagher Premier…
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Liam Heagney
27 Apr 2022, 3:51
Season over for Bedlow following a ban for last Friday's red card
The 2021/22 season is over for Sam Bedlow after the Bristol player received a ban following his red card during last Friday's Gall…
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Kim Ekin
27 Apr 2022, 1:42
'Nugget' tactic mined by Sale on recent visit by Springboks bosses
It was quite the bye-week last week for Alex Sanderson and his fellow Sale coaches, beginning with a jolly in Barcelona and ending…
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Liam Heagney
27 Apr 2022, 1:23
'Bit of a freak moment' has ruled Quirke out for Sale and England
Up-and-coming scrum-half Raffi Quirke has been ruled out from playing in the remainder of this season's campaign with Sale and fro…
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Liam Heagney
26 Apr 2022, 9:38
What Gloucester make of hosting Worcester so soon after hearing
It was last Thursday when that cancelled Premiership verdict was published and the clubs will now face off on Wednesday night in t…
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Liam Heagney
26 Apr 2022, 7:08
What Andy Goode made of Henry Slade as the Exeter No10
Ex-England international Andy Goode has rated the performance of Henry Slade, the Test level midfielder who started his first matc…
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Liam Heagney
26 Apr 2022, 5:07
'Where can I address the flowers?': Genge issues Moore response
England vice-captain Ellis Genge has taken to Twitter to issue his response to comments by ex-Test level hooker Brian Moore in a …
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Liam Heagney
26 Apr 2022, 3:04
Gigena and Graham have their Premiership red cards rescinded
Both red cards issued in last Friday's Gallagher Premiership win by London Irish at Newcastle have been rescinded, leaving Facundo…
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Kim Ekin
26 Apr 2022, 2:34
'My journey at Bath was tough': Tian Schoeman joins Newcastle
Bath fly-half Tian Schoeman is joining Newcastle Falcons on a three-year deal. The 30-year-old South African is already on Tynesid…
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Kim Ekin
26 Apr 2022, 2:13
Worcester sign Italian international Renato Giammarioli
Worcester Warriors have signed Italian back row Renato Giammarioli from Zebre - the club have confirmed.
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Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2022, 9:09
Los Pumas winger Orlando to stay at Newcastle Falcons
Los Pumas winger Matias Orlando will play for the Newcastle Falcons for the next two seasons after signing a new contract with the…
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Kim Ekin
25 Apr 2022, 1:54
'I don't think he feels he's quite on top of his game'
Owen Farrell has been backed to rediscover his top form as Saracens accelerated their pursuit of a home Gallagher Premiership semi…
Exeter's play-off ambitions left in pieces after loss to bitter rivals Saracens
Exeter’s bitter rivalry with Saracens endured another traumatic twist as their Gallagher Premiership play-off ambitions were dea…
'Absolute joke' or 'excellent' Wayne Barnes' call has split the rugby internet
Seasoned international referee Wayne Barnes stirred up a storm online over the weekend by controversially penalising the attacking…
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Rugby365
24 Apr 2022, 2:00
'When your knee goes at England camp, that's just the game'
Beno Obano can't wait. The Bath prop is nearly mended from the ACL ruptured last October, but it's not just the prospect of an app…
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Liam Heagney
24 Apr 2022, 1:14
'We will be going flat out in every single game from now on'
Wasps are setting their sights high after a 41-12 victory against Worcester Warriors that kept their semi-final hopes alive.
Concern over 'creating false market for English-qualified players'
London Irish director of rugby Declan Kidney has dived into an issue that is sure to dominate the conversation around the Gallaghe…
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Liam Heagney
24 Apr 2022, 0:45
'We probably couldn't have picked a better side to bounce back against'
Tabai Matson admitted that toppling Leicester 26-20 in their Gallagher Premiership title clash at Twickenham Stoop has helped Harl…
Wasps blast past struggling Worcester Warriors
Wasps secured an eighth successive home victory in all competitions with a 41-12 win over Worcester Warriors at the Coventry Build…
'To get cancer kind of put a whole new twist on everything'
Worcester forward Joe Batley sounds like he has got it sussed at the age of 25. It has been another season of strife at Sixways bu…
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Liam Heagney
23 Apr 2022, 1:55
Esterhuizen excellence in a different sport lifts Harlequins' mood
Andre Esterhuizen showed his prowess at another sport this week to help lift the gloomy mood at Harlequins following their dramati…
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Liam Heagney
22 Apr 2022, 11:12
Exeter roll back the years with their Slade positional switch
Playoff-chasing Exeter have turned the clock back five years regarding Henry Slade and the part the England midfielder will play i…
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Liam Heagney
22 Apr 2022, 5:21
Two changes for Harlequins for a game that has poignant dedication
Defending champions Harlequins have welcomed club skipper Stephan Lewies to the fold following injury for this Saturday's Gallaghe…
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Liam Heagney
22 Apr 2022, 4:42
RFU confirm Ealing Trailfinders won't be promoted to Premiership
The RFU have confirmed that Ealing Trailfinders will not be promoted to the Gallagher Premiership after withdrawing their appeal o…
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Ian Cameron
22 Apr 2022, 4:20
Gloucester, Worcester statements: Clubs respond to hearing outcome
Both Gloucester and Worcester have issued club statements following the decision on Thursday evening by an independent Sport Resol…
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Liam Heagney
22 Apr 2022, 2:32
'I know how Steve works': Worcester sign Russian prop Morozov
Experienced Russia international loosehead prop Valeriy Morozov will be reunited with Steve Diamond when he joins Worcester from B…
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Kim Ekin
22 Apr 2022, 1:19
The 'adversity' message Pat Lam has for frustrated Bristol fans
Pat Lam has issued a message to frustrated Bristol fans to keep the faith, that there is every reason for them to be excited about…
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Liam Heagney
22 Apr 2022, 1:02
'He is playing like a guy that wants to take the club somewhere'
With Exeter having doubts that England back-rower Sam Simmonds will play for them again this season due to a hip/groin injury desc…
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Liam Heagney
22 Apr 2022, 0:51
'What a trooper': The pain barrier on-loan Lane battled at Bristol
Emergency Bristol full-back Rich Lane has likely played the last time for the Bears as an injury sustained in last weekend's Heine…
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Liam Heagney
21 Apr 2022, 11:17
The 'full-blooded' Exeter emotions as Saracens look to 'dent' them
Exeter boss Rob Baxter reckons there is no underestimating the importance of the outcome of this Sunday's renewal of their edgy ri…
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Liam Heagney
21 Apr 2022, 11:07
Premiership statement: Gloucester-Worcester cancellation verdict
Gloucester have had their Gallagher Premiership playoff qualification hopes boosted by the outcome of the investigation into the l…
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Liam Heagney
21 Apr 2022, 9:00
'Bursting their backside' video has Bristol enthused for the future
Pat Lam has isolated one moment from last Friday night's Heineken Champions Cup exit that fills him with confidence that Bristol w…
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Liam Heagney
21 Apr 2022, 1:48
The 'surprise' survey result fuelling Harlequins' title defence
Tabai Matson believes Harlequins are ready to launch a powerful end-of-season Gallagher Premiership title defence because of the r…
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Liam Heagney
21 Apr 2022, 1:03
Diamond predicts the points split from cancelled Gloucester game
Steve Diamond insists that the lingering Gloucester anger over the cancellation of their Gallagher Premiership home game with Worc…
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Chris Jones
20 Apr 2022, 9:15
'It's not something I am really concerned about'
Gloucester have reached the season’s business-end in contention for a possible trophy treble – but head coach George Skivingto…
Dragons sign Welsh-qualified ex-England U20 from the Premiership
Dragons have confirmed the signing of George Nott, the Welsh-qualified 26-year-old second row who has made 59 appearances for Lond…
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Kim Ekin
20 Apr 2022, 8:25
Munster bring in Irish-qualified Antoine Frisch from Bristol
Bristol have confirmed that French midfielder Antoine Frisch will leave at the end of the current Gallagher Premiership season and…
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Liam Heagney
20 Apr 2022, 8:04
Bristol reveal 'season-ending' operation for Radradra this week
Bristol boss Pat Lam has confirmed that Semi Radradra is set to undergo knee surgery for the second time in six months, bringing a…
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Liam Heagney
20 Apr 2022, 6:59
DoR Richards confirms he is negotiating a different Newcastle role
Long-serving Newcastle boss Dean Richards has confirmed he is negotiating an alternative role at Newcastle following reports he is…
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Kim Ekin
19 Apr 2022, 8:19
Argentinian international Carreras to stay at Newcastle Falcons
Argentina wing Mateo Carreras has signed an extension with Newcastle Falcons that will see him remain on Tyneside for another two …
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Kim Ekin
18 Apr 2022, 2:03
Sale Sharks lock De Jager turns back on SA return - reports
Sale Sharks lock Lood de Jager has apparently turned his back on a return to South African rugby - according to reports.
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Ian Cameron
17 Apr 2022, 1:56
How 'one of the most penalised props' is now so dominant for Quins
Scrum coach Adam Jones has hailed the transformation this season at Harlequins by their 30-year-old tighthead Will Collier. The pr…
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Liam Heagney
15 Apr 2022, 8:39
Nanai chat helps convince Faiva to become fifth Worcester signing
Worcester boss Steve Diamond has made Italy hooker Hame Faiva his fifth new signing for the 2022/23 season. The 27-year-old will a…
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Kim Ekin
13 Apr 2022, 11:29
'The world is my oyster': Exeter's Don Armand confirms retirement
Don Armand is to retire from playing at the end of his ninth season at Exeter following his move to England from the Stormers in 2…
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Kim Ekin
13 Apr 2022, 4:27
The 'fine line' Baxter wants tackled in 20-minute red card debate
Exeter boss Rob Baxter believes there is some value in investigating the feasibility of 20-minute red cards. World Rugby is consid…
Premiership Rugby statement on cancelled Gloucester-Worcester game
Premiership Rugby officials have issued an update regarding the adjudication of the cancelled March 25 Gallagher Premiership match…
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Liam Heagney
13 Apr 2022, 3:31
'Nobody has pushed him out the door': Irish address O'Brien exit
London Irish have confirmed that the salary cap cuts across the Gallagher Premiership weren't to blame for the announcement last F…
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Liam Heagney
12 Apr 2022, 10:24
Alex Sanderson has given his verdict on 20-minute red card trial
Sale boss Alex Sanderson supports the 20-minute red card rule in the belief it would help police the grey area that has emerged th…
The offhand remark that sealed Mike Brown's Harlequins' exit
A comment made by a member of Harlequins management during a contract talk with Mike Brown helped seal his departure from the club…
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Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2022, 8:59
Northampton Saints sign a Knight and a Falcon
Northampton Saints have confirmed the signings of two forwards ahead of the 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership season.
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Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2022, 5:21
'The skill of this job is making people into big names, not buying them'
Worcester Warriors lead rugby consultant Steve Diamond has outlined the type of player he is recruiting, revealing that he is trim…
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Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2022, 2:01
England could lose Prem's top try scorer to Ireland
Dean Richards has warned England they could lose Newcastle Falcons hooker George McGuigan, the Gallagher Premiership’s top try s…
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Chris Jones
11 Apr 2022, 1:32
Hughes starts as Lam's shock Bristol selection dubbed 'greatest bench' in history
Bristol Bears head coach Pat Lam has thrown a massive curveball in his selection for his match with Sale, dropping his star player…
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Ian Cameron
08 Apr 2022, 9:05
The 'bit rainy faced' tribute Sale have paid to Faf de Klerk
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has explained why Faf de Klerk will exit the Gallagher Premiership club at the end of this season with th…
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Liam Heagney
08 Apr 2022, 5:56
Northampton sign English-qualified son of a former Wallaby forward
Northampton have signed Australian back row Angus Scott-Young from Queensland Reds ahead of the 2022/23 season. The 24-year-old ha…
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Kim Ekin
08 Apr 2022, 2:44
'At Leicester last time I got sacked over lemon and herb chicken'
Freddie Burns is back enjoying himself at Leicester this season, becoming an integral part of the Steve Borthwick squad that is ch…
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Liam Heagney
07 Apr 2022, 11:41
Northampton confirm four big-name players are leaving this summer
Northampton have confirmed that Ahsee Tuala, Api Ratuniyarawa, Piers Francis and Taqele Naiyaravoro will all depart the Gallagher …
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Kim Ekin
07 Apr 2022, 7:54
'No one wants another London Welsh scenario': Richards on Ealing promotion
Dean Richards, who guided Harlequins and Newcastle to promotion back into the Gallagher Premiership, believes Championship winners…
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Chris Jones
07 Apr 2022, 4:04
London Irish bring in Italian prop Zilocchi with immediate effect
London Irish have bolstered their pack with immediate effect by signing 25-year-old Italian Giosue Zilocchi from Zebre.
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Kim Ekin
07 Apr 2022, 3:13
'A no-brainer': Joseph ends move speculation and re-signs for Bath
Jonathan Joseph has ended speculation that his future lies away from Bath as the midfielder became the second international to put…
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Kim Ekin
07 Apr 2022, 1:34
'The ideal profile': Worcester sign Pumas prop Santiago Medrano
Worcester have signed experienced Argentina tighthead prop Santiago Medrano ahead of the 2022/23 season. Medrano will arrive at Si…
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Kim Ekin
06 Apr 2022, 13:10
'He came across very well': Exeter sign Welsh hooker Harris
Rob Baxter has confirmed his fourth signing for the upcoming 2022/23 season, adding the name of Welsh hooker Iestyn Harris from Ca…
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Kim Ekin
06 Apr 2022, 8:42
'He tried to syringe or use a knife and it created more infection'
What happened to Coenie Oosthuizen last Friday to force him to pull out of the Sale XV that was to take on Saracens at home in the…
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Liam Heagney
06 Apr 2022, 8:03
'Determination proves the character he is': Obano extends at Bath
Rehabilitating England prop Beno Obano has extended his contract at Bath, who feel the best years are still ahead for the 27-year-…
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Kim Ekin
06 Apr 2022, 6:39
Sanderson: 'Legacy of all that South African influence' at Sale
Alex Sanderson has farewelled the high watermark of the South African influence at Sale following the confirmation on Tuesday afte…
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Liam Heagney
05 Apr 2022, 11:45
Sale statement: De Klerk and de Jager will leave at end of season
Sale have confirmed one of the worst-kept secrets in English rugby - that Springboks World Cup winners Faf de Klerk and Lood de Ja…
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Liam Heagney
05 Apr 2022, 9:11
Worcester sign 6'4, 110kg English-qualified Aussie backrow Lee-Warner
Worcester Warriors confirmed the signing of utility forward Fergus Lee-Warner, their third signing for the 2022/23 season on a thr…
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Kim Ekin
04 Apr 2022, 9:44
Bristol sign former Harlequins wing Gabriel Ibitoye
Bristol have announced the signing of former Harlequins wing Gabriel Ibitoye. The 24-year-old had spells with French clubs Agen an…
Wasps sign Ireland international John Ryan
Wasps have confirmed the signing of Ireland international prop John Ryan, who will join from Munster this summer.
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Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2022, 4:23
England star Marcus Smith shines as Harlequins thump London Irish
In-form Harlequins moved a step closer to the Gallagher Premiership play-offs after they produced a clinical seven-try showing to …
Ealing win the RFU Championship but Premiership admission still up in air
Ealing Trailfinders have won the RFU Championship, sealing their league win in impressive fashion with a landslide 60 - 10 hammeri…
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Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2022, 4:38
'Niall Horan, Eddie Jordan... famous friends pop down to say hello'
Topsy Ojo is loving the craic now that London Irish are back in the English capital city and thriving at their new Brentford Commu…
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Liam Heagney
03 Apr 2022, 1:11
'His pace is outstanding... he brought that energy when we most needed it'
The Scotland fullback played a key role in the Chiefs’ 42-22 victory.
Pat Lam breaks his silence over alleged Bristol salary cap trouble
Bristol boss Pat Lam has broken his silence about allegations that the Bears have started a player fire sale to ensure they come i…
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Liam Heagney
02 Apr 2022, 11:14
Newcastle end their bleak run of 11 league games without a win
Newcastle secured their first Gallagher Premiership victory for five months and their biggest in the league against Worcester as t…
An unrelenting nine-try attacking contest tips Northampton's way
Tom Collins scored two tries as Northampton won their third Gallagher Premiership match in a row by defeating Bristol 39-22 in wha…
Gloucester dealt a hammer blow as unfancied Wasps grab an away win
Gloucester were dealt a hammer blow in their quest to secure a Premiership play-off spot as unfancied Wasps came away with an unli…
Stuart Hogg inspires Exeter to keep play-off hopes alive
A Stuart Hogg-inspired Exeter Chiefs kept their Premiership play-off hopes alive with a thrilling 42-22 victory over bottom side B…
Recruitment change coming for Premiership clubs and who will suffer most
While the vagaries of the Gallagher Premiership salary cap have made headlines in recent months, the true driver of squad change i…
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Ian Cameron
02 Apr 2022, 4:10
'It's very poignant for Chris, the last few years have been tricky'
Ex-England international Topsy Ojo has saluted the achievement of Chris Ashton in becoming the equal all-time record Premiership t…
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Liam Heagney
02 Apr 2022, 2:28
George McGuigan: 'My first year at Newcastle was a disaster'
From training-ground stamps to try-scoring fame, George McGuigan talks training-ground stamps, try-scoring records and England omi…
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Jamie Lyall
01 Apr 2022, 13:00
Bristol Bears statement: Alleged Premiership salary cap problem
Bristol Bears have issued a statement in response to a damaging newspaper story claiming that a 2022/23 Premiership salary cap pro…
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Liam Heagney
01 Apr 2022, 6:13
Russian captain to play first Premiership game since war outbreak
Russia rugby skipper Kirill Gotovtsev is set to play his first Gallagher Premiership match for Gloucester since the outbreak of th…
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Liam Heagney
01 Apr 2022, 5:55
England wing Cokanasiga to make his first Bath start in 10 months
England winger Joe Cokanasiga will make his first start of the 2021/22 Gallagher Premiership season after coming through unscathed…
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Liam Heagney
01 Apr 2022, 4:24
'Wasn't an extreme act of foul play' but Toomaga-Allen still banned
Ex-All Blacks prop Jeff Toomaga-Allen has been banned for three games for striking in Wasps' Premiership Rugby Cup win over Sarace…
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Liam Heagney
01 Apr 2022, 3:23
Bristol salary cap gaffe has sparked a player fire sale - report
Ex-England second row Dave Attwood won't be the first top player to exit Bristol as it has been reported a fire sale is underway d…
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Liam Heagney
01 Apr 2022, 2:38
'We're sorry to see him go': Hughes' loan deal at Bath is over
Nathan Hughes' loan at Bath will end next Monday, leaving the No8 returning to Bristol to see out the final months of his existing…
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Liam Heagney
01 Apr 2022, 2:21
Kobus van Wyk has exited Leicester with immediate effect
Leicester Tigers will see out their double-chasing 2021/22 campaign minus South African Kobus van Wyk who has been granted an earl…
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Liam Heagney
31 Mar 2022, 8:55
What Hughes said when asked if his relationship has soured with Lam
It's been one of the major stories of this year's Gallagher Premiership season - what has gone wrong for Nathan Hughes at Pat Lam'…
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Liam Heagney
31 Mar 2022, 5:57
Saracens name full Test XV with a positional switch for Maro Itoje
Saracens have named a fifteen full of internationals for their Gallagher Premiership showdown with Sale Sharks in the AJ Bell this…
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Ian Cameron
31 Mar 2022, 4:33
International back row exits Gloucester with 'immediate effect'
Namibian international Wian Conradie has left Gloucester with 'immediate effect' in order to return to the MLR and the New England…
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Ian Cameron
31 Mar 2022, 4:10
Two Sale Sharks players to leave the club
Two Sale Sharks players will leave the Manchester-based side at the end of the current Gallagher Premiership season.
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Kim Ekin
31 Mar 2022, 2:20
'Jonny's homecoming is exciting': Bell swaps Worcester for Ulster
Former Ireland midfielder Jonny Bell is the latest to signal his intention to move on from Steve Diamond’s Worcester, the defenc…
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Kim Ekin
30 Mar 2022, 8:51
Worcester's 'victim' status in record-equalling 92 Ashton tries
Premiership Rugby have taken a deep dive into the try-scoring of Chris Ashton, the ex-England winger who last Sunday entered the t…
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Liam Heagney
30 Mar 2022, 4:09
'Chris will bring a new dimension': Bath sign Cloete from Munster
Damian de Allende won’t be following Johann van Graan to Bath next season but the South African coach won’t be leaving Munster…
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Liam Heagney
30 Mar 2022, 3:00
'The London Irish thing fell through, they didn't have the dollar'
The Rugby Pod show co-hosts Andy Goode and Jim Hamilton delved into the latest transfer rumours in this week’s show, providing u…
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Liam Heagney
30 Mar 2022, 2:11
Worcester cancellation row: 'Hybrid game' solution was turned down
Worcester boss Steve Diamond has defended his club over last Friday’s late cancellation of their Gallagher Premiership at playof…
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Liam Heagney
29 Mar 2022, 9:23
'He's coming in his prime': Sale raid Exeter to sign O'Flaherty
Sale have raided Exeter for the second time in three months, adding winger Tom O’Flaherty to their December signing of England s…
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Liam Heagney
29 Mar 2022, 4:16
Bath players set to drive to Poland to assist Ukrainian refugees
Bath are asking for donations to be delivered to those affected by the war in Ukraine. From midday until 16:45 on Wednesday this w…
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Kim Ekin
29 Mar 2022, 2:48
NFL would-be Christian Scotland-Williamson named in Harlequins team
Would-be NFL star Christian Scotland-Williamson will make just his second appearance of the season for Harlequins after returning …
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Kim Ekin
28 Mar 2022, 4:41
Tom Varndell responds to Chris Ashton equalling his try scoring record
Former England winger Tom Varndell has responded to Chris Ashton equalling his try-scoring record.
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Ian Cameron
28 Mar 2022, 4:11
Owen Farrell branded 'a liability' by former England flyhalf
It hasn't taken Owen Farrell long to start making headlines in the sport after returning from injury to star for Saracens over the…
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Ian Cameron
28 Mar 2022, 1:47
'That literally changed my career... I sat there and cried in this room'
Chris Ashton says that a 10-week ban handed to him for allegedly gouging Ulster centre Luke Marshall 'changed the direction of his…
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Ian Cameron
27 Mar 2022, 13:06
Video - Chris Ashton makes Premiership history but Leicester lose Ford
Chris Ashton became the joint highest try-scorer in Gallagher Premiership history as Leicester secured their place in the play-off…
Argentinian international Grondona to stay at Chiefs
Argentinian international Santiago Grondona is set to stay at Exeter Chiefs, the club has confirmed.
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Ian Cameron
27 Mar 2022, 1:47
'A ridiculously talented rugby player... as good as anything in world rugby'
Bath head coach Neal Hatley paid tribute to England flanker Sam Underhill for a stirring two-try performance in their 24-24 draw w…
Jimmy Gopperth saves the day as Wasps leave it late
Jimmy Gopperth scored a late penalty winner against his former club as Wasps edged past Newcastle with a 27-24 Gallagher Premiersh…
Agonising finish for Faf de Klerk as Sale settle for draw at Bath
World Cup-winning scrum-half Faf de Klerk was inches away from snatching Gallagher Premiership victory for Sale as they drew 24-24…
Fit-again England skipper Farrell enjoys a winning Saracens return
Max Malins scored two tries as Saracens won their third game in a row in the Gallagher Premiership by narrowly defeating Bristol B…
Six-try Northampton spoil the London Irish Patrick's Day party
Northampton spoiled the London Irish St Patrick’s Day party with a 42-22 win at Brentford Community Stadium. Chris Boyd’s side…
Bristol make a big prediction on England career of Harry Randall
Pat Lam has predicted that Test level newcomer Harry Randall has a potentially long England career ahead of him after the Bristol …
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Liam Heagney
26 Mar 2022, 3:25
Canny ref message from London Irish amid glut of Premiership reds
Declan Kidney has got no hang-ups about the high number of Gallagher Premiership matches that London Irish have been involved in t…
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Liam Heagney
26 Mar 2022, 3:10
The 'rolled his sleeves up' Isiekwe moment much lauded by Saracens
Saracens boss Mark McCall has hugely sung the praises of Nick Isiekwe, the lock who ended a yawning four-year gap without a Test c…
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Liam Heagney
26 Mar 2022, 2:38
The cap Fitz emerging Bear Harding
The young Bristol Bear has had a breakthrough season and he hopes his side can upset the odds with a win against Saracens
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Owain Jones
26 Mar 2022, 2:02
'He was desperate': The legacy Fekitoa is driven to leave at Wasps
Lee Blackett has enthusiastically explained that ex-All Blacks midfielder Malakai Fekitoa is desperate to end his stint at Wasps a…
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Liam Heagney
25 Mar 2022, 10:33
Worcester statement: Gloucester match cancelled over lack of props
Friday night’s Gallagher Premiership clash between Gloucester and Worcester at Kingsholm has been cancelled just five hours befo…
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Liam Heagney
25 Mar 2022, 8:02
Hogg left out as Exeter name team to take on a stacked Leicester
Rob Baxter has slotted England internationals Henry Slade and Sam Simmonds straight back into his Exeter team following the comple…
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Liam Heagney
25 Mar 2022, 7:34
Owen Farrell is back as Saracens show their spurs for Bristol
England skipper Owen Farrell is set to play for a star-studded Saracens XV on Saturday for the first time since October 24, the ou…
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Liam Heagney
25 Mar 2022, 5:40
'It's never nice having doubts': The safe place to call out doping
Christian Day wants rugby dressing rooms to be safe places for those who need to call out doping. The former Northampton and Sale …
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Kim Ekin
25 Mar 2022, 3:40
'I wasn't performing, I wasn't in the right headspace to lead'
Exeter talisman Joe Simmonds won’t lie. He’d love the Chiefs to do another magical Gallagher Premiership/Heineken Champions Cu…
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Liam Heagney
25 Mar 2022, 2:17
'I'll come back one day': Teimana Harrison quits Northampton
Northampton have confirmed one of the worst kept secrets of 2022 - that former England back-rower Teimana Harrison will depart the…
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Kim Ekin
24 Mar 2022, 10:12
'A great move': Exeter bring in South African forward Aidon Davis
Exeter Chiefs have added a third new face for next season with the acquisition of powerhouse South African forward Aidon Davis.
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Kim Ekin
24 Mar 2022, 5:32
'An inspiration': England skipper Farrell fit for Saracens return
Saracens have confirmed that Owen Farrell is in the mix for them this Saturday in the Gallagher Premiership having fought back to …
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Liam Heagney
23 Mar 2022, 8:28
Worcester statement: Willi Heinz has left with immediate effect
Former England scrum-half Willi Heinz has been released from his contract with Worcester by mutual agreement to return to his nati…
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Liam Heagney
22 Mar 2022, 10:01
Fiji targeting England age grade star Nordli-Kelemeti
Fiji are trying to convince promising Newcastle Falcons scrum half Cameron Nordli-Kelemeti to opt out of the England system and bo…
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Chris Jones
21 Mar 2022, 2:16
Saints sign Joel Matavesi while releasing player from contract
Northampton Saints have confirmed the signing of Joel Matavesi on a short-term deal, while also releasing Dani Long-Martinez from …
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Kim Ekin
18 Mar 2022, 3:20
England qualified South African centre Jordan Venter to make Bath debut
England qualified South African-born centre Jordan Venter is to set to make his debut for Bath this weekend against Bristol Bears …
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Ian Cameron
17 Mar 2022, 7:12
'A deeply unpleasant experience': London Irish coach banned
London Irish have been dealt a blow with the suspension of midfielder Curtis Rona and assistant coach Brad Davis following a virtu…
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Liam Heagney
16 Mar 2022, 7:21
Exeter pair apply for tackle school after receiving bans
Exeter Chiefs duo Tom Hendrickson and Jannes Kirsten have been banned for three matches each following their appearance on Tuesday…
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Kim Ekin
16 Mar 2022, 5:15
'The result of years of hard work': Smart Ball comes to England
The Premiership Rugby Cup will this Friday become the first professional northern hemisphere competition to trial the Smart Rugby …
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Kim Ekin
16 Mar 2022, 4:41
Leicester statement: Tigers respond to £300k salary cap punishment
Leicester Tigers have issued their response after the conclusion of the Premiership Rugby salary cap investigation resulted in the…
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Liam Heagney
15 Mar 2022, 8:59
Premiership Rugby statement: Leicester salary cap investigation
Premiership Rugby have issued a Tuesday lunchtime statement confirming their salary cap investigation into Leicester Tigers is ove…
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Liam Heagney
15 Mar 2022, 7:12
What Rob Baxter is telling his players about chest-to-chest tackles
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter says that he is 'driving' home to his players the risk posed by chest-to-chest after a fresh s…
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Ian Cameron
14 Mar 2022, 3:25
Northampton boss Chris Boyd hails 'really important' win after losing run
Northampton director of rugby Chris Boyd hailed a “really important” victory for his side as they ended a four-match losing st…
'Players waiting 3 or 4 minutes in the rain... that's not good for the game'
Bristol director of rugby Pat Lam has hit out at the length of time the TMO took in reviewing back row Fitz Harding's yellow card …
Pat Lam's playoff hopes in tatters as Harlequins beat Bristol in thriller
Harlequins beat Bristol 38-29 in a 10-try thriller to extend their Premiership winning run to four games.
'Second rows of his size and calibre are like teddy bear s***'
One of the downsides of the annual Guinness Six Nations is how the spotlight turns away from the Gallagher Premiership and some he…
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Liam Heagney
13 Mar 2022, 4:30
Barnes' new assistant ref is ex-player he red-carded for stamping
Wayne Barnes has tweeted about this Sunday’s very different reunion with Nick Wood nine years after he sent the ex-Gloucester pr…
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Liam Heagney
13 Mar 2022, 3:00
Wallaby sees red and Chris Ashton scores as Leicester beat London Irish
Curtis Rona’s first-half red card derailed London Irish’s bid to become the first team in 12 matches to defeat Leicester at Ma…
Faf shines as Sale Sharks hold off Gloucester fightback
Sale Sharks remain in the hunt for a top-four place after they overcame fellow play-off hopefuls Gloucester 26-24 at the AJ Bell S…
Saracens battle past Newcastle with a little help from Mike Brown
Saracens saw off a spirited Newcastle Falcons side to claim a 36-21 bonus point win in the Gallagher Premiership.
Full extent of Mako Vunipola injury revealed by Saracens
Unwanted England prop Mako Vunipola is set for a significant period on the sidelines as the full extent of his injury has been rev…
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Ian Cameron
12 Mar 2022, 6:45
Ealing issue statement as they join Doncaster in fighting RFU decision
Ealing Trail Finders have confirmed that they are to appeal the RFU's decision not to allow either Doncaster or Ealing to be promo…
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Ian Cameron
12 Mar 2022, 3:44
'Cam Neild, who was sparked out, passed his HIA after the game'
Sale boss Alex Sanderson is happy with the way concussion is being handled at the Gallagher Premiership club, their medics making …
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Liam Heagney
12 Mar 2022, 3:00
'We've got ourselves on a pathway that feels a little wrong to me'
Rob Baxter has outlined his ongoing unease with the pathway that Premiership Rugby have embarked on, looking to increase the size …
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Liam Heagney
11 Mar 2022, 2:33
Scotland scrum-half Ali Price ready for 'incredibly proud moment' in Rome
Ali Price is relishing the prospect of winning his 50th cap for Scotland in Rome’s Stadio Olimpico on Saturday.
Exeter sign Leinster pair, including an England-qualified lock
Exeter have bolstered their squad for the 2022/23 season after confirming the double signing from Leinster of Jack Dunne and Rory …
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Kim Ekin
10 Mar 2022, 6:51
'All the attributes to thrive': Bristol sign Scotland's Bradbury
Bristol have announced the signing of Scotland international back-rower Magnus Bradbury. The 26-year-old will join Bristol ahead o…
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Kim Ekin
09 Mar 2022, 2:28
'He accepted he was reckless': Naulago banned after his latest red
Bristol winger Siva Naulago has been banned for four matches following his red card versus Bath last Saturday in his first game ba…
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Liam Heagney
09 Mar 2022, 2:04
Bath confirm their latest new signing is ex-Springboks half-back
Ex-Springboks scrum-half Louis Schreuder will join Bath at the start of next season, strengthening the squad in a key position.
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Kim Ekin
08 Mar 2022, 9:47
Louis Lynagh tests positive for Covid-19
Louis Lynagh has became the second Harlequins player to withdraw from the training squad because of a positive Covid test.
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Sam Smith
07 Mar 2022, 12:21
Cornish Pirates issue statement after newspaper report on status
Cornish Pirates have reacted to a report in The Rugby Paper that claims the side are set to become semi-professional.
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Ian Cameron
07 Mar 2022, 5:27
Christian Wade hits out at rugby union
NFL hopeful Christian Wade believes the sport of rugby union is holding back its stars, a realization he made having made the tran…
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Ian Cameron
07 Mar 2022, 3:34
Saracens peg back Tigers in the race for the Premiership
Saracens beat the league leaders Leicester, Duhan van der Merwe's red card kicks off social media frenzy and the Welsh regions are…
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Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
07 Mar 2022, 3:20
'The first half was probably the best stuff we've played all season'
Ali Hepher hailed Exeter’s first-half performance as probably their best of the season after they beat Gallagher Premiership riv…
England player among four Sale Sharks injured against Exeter
Exeter moved back into the Gallagher Premiership play-off zone with a 19-12 victory over Sale Sharks at Sandy Park.
'He's so gifted' - Louis Rees-Zammit first touch try floors Skivington
Gloucester boss George Skivington praised Wales wing Louis Rees-Zammit’s strength of character after his brilliant solo try spar…
'Real shame': 3 Prem coaches on cancelled promotion and bye-weeks
This past week changed the outlook of the upcoming 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership season.
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Liam Heagney
06 Mar 2022, 1:38
'It doesn't look great' - Mark McCall worried for Mako Vunipola
Mark McCall hailed Saracens’ fighting spirit as they repelled a second-half fightback from Leicester to win 34-27 in a Gallagher…
Remarkable Bath comeback trumps card-troubled Bristol at the death
Bath ended a run of five successive derby defeats against Bristol with one of the most remarkable comebacks ever seen on The Rec a…
Scotland to pay dear price for Duhan van der Merwe indiscretion
Agustin Creevy crossed for two tries as London Irish ran riot against an ill-disciplined Worcester Warriors in a 43-12 home win in…
Saracens topple Leicester despite a worrying Mako Vunipola injury
Saracens clung on in the face of a determined Leicester fightback to topple the Gallagher Premiership leaders 34-27 at StoneX Stad…
Rees-Zammit takes seconds to send message to Wales in fightback win
Louis Rees-Zammit inspired a stunning Gloucester fightback as they kept themselves firmly in the Gallagher Premiership play-off mi…
Some 'unbelievably dangerous individuals' are worrying Bath
Stuart Hooper reckons that the major slump in results that Bristol have suffered in this season’s Gallagher Premiership is simil…
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Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2022, 2:25
'Steve's brave': Leicester boss Borthwick is impressing Saracens
Back-at-work Saracens boss Mark McCall has saluted the excellent Leicester transformation orchestrated this season by Steve Borthw…
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Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2022, 2:06
'Salary cap now was could we get a dispensation on a dispensation'
Pat Lam has shed light on the madcap, behind the scenes drama that resulted in Bristol hurriedly bringing in three additional play…
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Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2022, 1:22
Cadan Murley brace helps Harlequins defeat struggling Newcastle
Cadan Murley scored two tries as Premiership champions Harlequins defeated Newcastle Falcons 24-10 to record their third win in a …
Long-serving former CEO Simon Cohen to sue Leicester Tigers
Simon Cohen is suing Leicester Tigers, the Gallagher Premiership club where he worked as CEO for eight years until his sudden May …
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Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2022, 11:39
Sale forward Phillips retires as a result of 'serious' pre-season incident
Sale Sharks have confirmed that forward James Phillips has retired on medical advice following a serious injury sustained in a pre…
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Kim Ekin
04 Mar 2022, 6:41
Three England releasees return as Tigers name team for Saracens
Three released England players will feature for Leicester Tigers as they travel down to London to take on Saracens in this weekend…
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Sam Smith
04 Mar 2022, 4:55
Underhill and Faletau combine in all Test Bath back row unit
England's Sam Underhill and Wales' Taulupe Faletau return to Bath's starting XV for their West Country clash against Bristol Bears…
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Kim Ekin
04 Mar 2022, 4:36
'Terrifying': Mike Brown fears losing job after Newcastle decision
BT Sport rugby commentator Nick Mullins has confirmed that ex-England full-back Mike Brown is on the lookout for a new employer af…
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Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2022, 3:24
Bristol Bears sign Sam Nixon as freakish injury crisis deepens
Pat Lam's injury-hit Bristol Bears have signed Exeter Chiefs prop Sam Nixon on a loan agreement until the end of the campaign.
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Kim Ekin
04 Mar 2022, 2:51
Exeter to sign one-time Ireland centre and a lock from Leinster - report
The mini-exodus at Leinster is set to continue with a total of five players now linked with imminent moves away from the province.…
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Ian Cameron
04 Mar 2022, 2:08
Banned Dean Richards heads for the stands
Harlequins fans will be joined by a famous face in the stands at the Twickenham Stoop tomorrow night as Dean Richards, the Newcast…
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Chris Jones
03 Mar 2022, 7:08
'Bizarre': How vegetables injury sidelined Bristol's Fitz Harding
Bristol boss Pat Lam has quipped that fast-rising back-rower Fitz Harding needs to improve his food preparation skills after a sel…
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Liam Heagney
02 Mar 2022, 11:00
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