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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…
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 …
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…
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…
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.
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 “gutterâ…
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…
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…
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 …
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…
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…
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…
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…
PA
05 Jun 2022, 3:21
'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,…
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…
PA
05 Jun 2022, 1:00
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…
PA
04 Jun 2022, 9:54
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 …
PA
04 Jun 2022, 9:46
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.
PA
04 Jun 2022, 9:32
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…
PA
04 Jun 2022, 9:26
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…
PA
04 Jun 2022, 9:21
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…
PA
04 Jun 2022, 9:13
'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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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…
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…
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 …
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
PA
02 Jun 2022, 0:15
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…
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…
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…
PA
01 Jun 2022, 7:23
'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 
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…
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…
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…
PA
31 May 2022, 8:13
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.
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…
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: “…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
PA
30 May 2022, 4:02
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Kim Ekin
25 May 2022, 5:37
Will the Premiership go to war with the URC?
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…
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…
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…
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…
PA
25 May 2022, 1:29
'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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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 …
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…
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…
PA
22 May 2022, 8:55
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…
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…
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 …
PA
21 May 2022, 12:27
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 …
PA
21 May 2022, 10:00
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…
PA
21 May 2022, 9:46
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…
PA
21 May 2022, 9:23
'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…
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…
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…
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.
PA
20 May 2022, 14:16
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…
PA
20 May 2022, 13:57
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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.
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.
PA
16 May 2022, 9:24
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…
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…
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.
PA
14 May 2022, 2:23
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.
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.
PA
12 May 2022, 10:17
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 …
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
PA
06 May 2022, 14:36
'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…
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 …
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."
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…
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…
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…
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.  
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
PA
03 May 2022, 7:19
'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 …
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…
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…
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…
PA
01 May 2022, 9:43
'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 …
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…
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…
PA
01 May 2022, 2:20
'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…
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 …
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 
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…
PA
30 Apr 2022, 10:11
'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…
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…
PA
30 Apr 2022, 9:14
'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…
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.
PA
30 Apr 2022, 3:30
'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…
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 …
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.
PA
30 Apr 2022, 1:53
'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…
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…
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.
PA
29 Apr 2022, 14:30
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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…
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…
PA
28 Apr 2022, 6:51
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
PA
24 Apr 2022, 13:17
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…
PA
24 Apr 2022, 9:26
'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…
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…
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.
PA
24 Apr 2022, 1:10
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…
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…
PA
23 Apr 2022, 10:32
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…
PA
23 Apr 2022, 9:23
'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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
PA
20 Apr 2022, 8:55
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
PA
13 Apr 2022, 4:08
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…
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…
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…
PA
12 Apr 2022, 9:55
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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-…
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…
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…
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…
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…
PA
04 Apr 2022, 8:38
Wasps sign Ireland international John Ryan
Wasps have confirmed the signing of Ireland international prop John Ryan, who will join from Munster this summer.
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 …
PA
03 Apr 2022, 9:28
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…
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…
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.
PA
03 Apr 2022, 0:53
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…
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…
PA
02 Apr 2022, 10:13
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…
PA
02 Apr 2022, 9:51
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…
PA
02 Apr 2022, 9:38
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…
PA
02 Apr 2022, 9:32
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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'…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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.
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…
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…
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…
PA
27 Mar 2022, 9:24
Argentinian international Grondona to stay at Chiefs
Argentinian international Santiago Grondona is set to stay at Exeter Chiefs, the club has confirmed.
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…
PA
27 Mar 2022, 0:59
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…
PA
26 Mar 2022, 12:45
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…
PA
26 Mar 2022, 12:36
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…
PA
26 Mar 2022, 12:24
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…
PA
26 Mar 2022, 12:12
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 …
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…
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…
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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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…
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…
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.
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 …
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…
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…
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 …
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 …
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…
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…
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 …
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…
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…
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…
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…
PA
13 Mar 2022, 15:51
'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 …
PA
13 Mar 2022, 13:08
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.
PA
13 Mar 2022, 10:46
'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…
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…
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…
PA
12 Mar 2022, 9:55
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…
PA
12 Mar 2022, 9:30
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.
PA
12 Mar 2022, 9:24
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…
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…
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 …
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 …
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.
PA
11 Mar 2022, 2:18
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 …
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…
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…
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.
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.
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.
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…
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…
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…
PA
06 Mar 2022, 10:48
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.
PA
06 Mar 2022, 9:25
'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…
PA
06 Mar 2022, 2:35
'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.
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…
PA
05 Mar 2022, 10:33
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…
PA
05 Mar 2022, 9:47
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…
PA
05 Mar 2022, 9:32
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…
PA
05 Mar 2022, 9:22
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…
PA
05 Mar 2022, 9:12
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…
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…
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…
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 …
PA
04 Mar 2022, 14:07
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 …
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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.…
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…
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…
Liam Heagney
02 Mar 2022, 11:00
Jake Polledri posts emotional tribute after brother's sudden death
Gloucester back-rower Jake Polledri has posted an emotional tribute to Sam Polledri, his younger 24-year-old brother who passed aw…
Kim Ekin
02 Mar 2022, 3:24
Concussion crisis: Players left to fend for themselves in the search for answers
The footage of Tomas Francis staggering onto a post to prop himself up showed rugby cannot become complacent when it comes to brai…
Sam Peters
02 Mar 2022, 3:23
'He understands his best weight for his power and his size'
Away from the suffocating confines of Twickenham last Saturday where England managed just a single try from a lineout overthrow ag…
Liam Heagney
02 Mar 2022, 1:32
'We're certainly hopeful': The latest Saracens update on Farrell
Mark McCall has used his first media briefing back at the helm at Saracens to provide the latest update as to when the injured Owe…
Liam Heagney
02 Mar 2022, 1:00
Bath tackle a 'few red flags' waved after Underhill skips comeback
Bath boss Stuart Hooper has insisted that Sam Underhill hasn’t suffered a fresh concussion setback and that his late withdrawal …
Liam Heagney
01 Mar 2022, 10:35
'Business as normal': Saracens' Mark McCall back at work after break
Mark McCall had returned to work as the Saracens director of rugby just over a month after it was revealed on January 28 by the Ga…
Liam Heagney
01 Mar 2022, 7:40
Championship winners WON'T be promoted to 2022/23 Premiership
Doncaster Knights and Ealing Trailfinders have been denied a potential promotion to the Gallagher Premiership after failing to mee…
PA
01 Mar 2022, 6:36
Bath announce three signings and name their new attack coach
The huge overhaul at Bath ahead of the summer arrival of Johann van Graan as the Gallagher Premiership club's new head coach from …
Liam Heagney
01 Mar 2022, 3:54
Former England wing Sharples retires with 'immediate effect'
Gloucester have confirmed that club stalwart and former England international Charlie Sharples has retired from professional rugby…
Sam Smith
28 Feb 2022, 9:35
Ethan Waller to re-join Northampton after 5-year hiatus
Ethan Waller is set to re-join Northampton Saints after spending five seasons with Worcester Warriors. The loosehead prop returns …
Kim Ekin
28 Feb 2022, 8:29
Fiji international Lomani released by Northampton Saints
Fijian international Frank Lomani has been released by Northampton Saints in order to pursue overseas playing opportunities.
Kim Ekin
28 Feb 2022, 6:29
Not-so-giant prop Biyi Alo to stay at Wasps
Wasps have confirmed that not-so-giant prop Biyi Alo has extended his contract with the Coventry-based side.
Kim Ekin
28 Feb 2022, 4:07
20-year-old can become the 'new' Brad Barritt for club and country
Steve Borthwick believes Leicester youngster Dan Kelly can become as vital for club and country as former England centre Brad Barr…
Chris Jones
28 Feb 2022, 2:59
Doncaster land major blow in race for Premiership promotion
Doncaster Knights tightened their grip at the top of the Championship with a hard-fought 25-17 win over promotion rivals Ealing Tr…
Stefan Frost
27 Feb 2022, 4:13
Forgotten England giant praised: 'He's turned the game for us'
The winger, back from injury, came on to score two tries and snatch a 30-25 victory over Newcastle.
PA
27 Feb 2022, 0:04
Newcastle wilt in the face of a late Joe Cokanasiga try double
A late Joe Cokanasiga double helped Bath come from behind to beat Newcastle Falcons 30-25.
PA
26 Feb 2022, 9:49
Harlequins take their chances to see off resurgent Worcester
Harlequins picked up five valuable Gallagher Premiership points with a hard-fought 29-21 victory over a resurgent Worcester at Six…
PA
25 Feb 2022, 14:44
Sale and London Irish share points in thrilling Premiership contest
Paddy Jackson missed a late conversion and penalty as London Irish had to be content with a 27-27 draw against Sale Sharks in the …
PA
25 Feb 2022, 14:40
Wasps struggle to fire as Bristol stroll to Premiership victory
Wasps' woes on the road continued as Bristol banked a badly needed five points with a 31-19 win in the Gallagher Premiership.
PA
25 Feb 2022, 14:33
RFU 'consulting' on new comp involving Prem XVs and Championship sides
The RFU are looking at the viability of a new club competition that would see "Premiership XVs" sides pitted against Championship …
Ian Cameron
25 Feb 2022, 8:01
London Irish sign Noel Reid, one of the Leicester gang of five
London Irish have signed Noel Reid, the former Ireland international who was one of the five players who left Leicester in summer …
Liam Heagney
24 Feb 2022, 9:18
'Disrepectful' and 'ill considered' - Richards cops ban for pitch side comments
Newcastle Falcons director of rugby Dean Richards has admitted his comments about the refereeing during his side's loss to Exeter …
Ian Cameron
24 Feb 2022, 6:30
England fringe player Tom West to stay at Wasps
Wasps have confirmed that prop Tom West, who is on the fringe's of Eddie Jones' England squad, has extended his contract with the …
Sam Smith
24 Feb 2022, 4:10
'I'm just talking facts' - Pat Lam takes aim at Worcester's artificial pitch
Bristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam has become the latest high profile name to add his voice to criticism of artificial pitche…
Ian Cameron
24 Feb 2022, 2:15
'Blown away': Leicester snap up little known Kiwi Sean Jansen
Double-chasing Leicester have bolstered their back row options ahead of the business end of the season by snapping up the relative…
Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2022, 8:47
Very different outcomes from Chick and Coleman red card hearings
England’s Callum Chick and Australia’s Adam Coleman have had very different outcomes following their virtually held disciplina…
Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2022, 8:31
'Great athlete with a lot of potential': Wasps sign Kiran McDonald
Wasps have signed Scottish lock Kiran McDonald from Glasgow Warriors for next season.
Kim Ekin
23 Feb 2022, 3:16
'Personal reasons' force Paul Lasike to quit Harlequins
USA midfielder Paul Lasike will quit Harlequins next month due to personal reasons, the reigning Gallagher Premiership champions g…
Kim Ekin
22 Feb 2022, 8:50
Wasps sign Lions skipper Burger Odendaal
Wasps have announced the signing of Emirates Lions captain Burger Odendaal ahead of next season.
Josh Raisey
22 Feb 2022, 3:16
England and Lions lock George Kruis announces his retirement
England forward George Kruis has announced his retirement from rugby on his 32nd birthday in order to focus on his business commit…
PA
22 Feb 2022, 1:12
SLAR signing Rodrigo Martnez to stay at Wasps after impressing coaches
Wasps have confirmed that prop Rodrigo Martínez has extended his contract, despite suffering an Achilles injury just weeks after …
Kim Ekin
21 Feb 2022, 3:23
Exeter edge past 14-man Newcastle after contentious red card
Exeter made hard work of beating 14-man Newcastle as a late penalty from Joe Simmonds ensured they won 15-14 in the Gallagher Prem…
PA
20 Feb 2022, 10:08
Richards facing possible sanction after ripping into officials in TV interview
Newcastle director of rugby Dean Richards has accused Gallagher Premiership officials of favouritism following Falcons' narrow los…
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2022, 9:50
'We should have lost... probably our worst performance in 4 or 5 weeks'
Northampton director of rugby Chris Boyd rued missed opportunities as his side suffered a narrow 22-21 defeat to Sale at cinch Sta…
PA
20 Feb 2022, 4:58
'I expect to lose him to Wales in the next two or three weeks'
Bath head coach Neal Hatley says he expects to see a fit-again Taulupe Faletau called into Wales’ Guinness Six Nations camp.
PA
19 Feb 2022, 10:28
Saracens beaten by last-gasp Paddy Jackson penalty for Irish
A last-minute penalty from Paddy Jackson was enough for London Irish to snatch a late victory in a thrilling Gallagher Premiership…
PA
19 Feb 2022, 9:51
Harlequins too good for Wasps side that welcomed back Jack Willis
Gallagher Premiership champions Harlequins returned to form in style as they defeated Wasps 29-24 at the Twickenham Stoop.
PA
19 Feb 2022, 9:34
Leicester Tigers survive major scare to edge Bath
Leaders Leicester survived a major scare to record their first Gallagher Premiership victory at Bath for 11 years as Steve Borthwi…
PA
19 Feb 2022, 9:15
'We have made some signings and expect to announce them soon'
Wasps have hinted they already have signings in the bag following the February 2 confirmation that seasoned duo Jimmy Gopperth and…
Liam Heagney
19 Feb 2022, 3:49
'My nose is incredibly happy, I'm fed up having things stuck up it'
Newcastle boss Dean Richards has hailed the decision by Premiership Rugby to end with immediate effect the weekly routine covid te…
Liam Heagney
19 Feb 2022, 2:22
Worcester snap five-game losing streak with victory over Bristol
Worcester ended a run of five successive Premiership defeats and gave Steve Diamond his first win in charge as they toppled Bristo…
PA
18 Feb 2022, 14:52
'On track' - Saracens issue update on injured England captain Owen Farrell
Saracens have said that absent England captain Owen Farrell remains on course to return from injury, but a miracle return in time …
Ian Cameron
18 Feb 2022, 9:02
England flanker Jack Willis to make long awaited return this weekend
A rising star of England in 2021, Jack Willis is set to make his long-awaited comeback for Wasps this weekend as they take on Gall…
Ian Cameron
18 Feb 2022, 4:27
Dominic Barrow has ended his two-year retirement and joined Sale
Sale have announced the permanent signing of Dominic Barrow, the ex-Leicester, Newcastle and England U20s lock.
Kim Ekin
18 Feb 2022, 1:45
'It's odd, the biggest cheer was when Ford did a spiral bomb'
Newcastle are currently on a five-game losing run in the Gallagher Premiership but the director of rugby Dean Richards has insiste…
Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2022, 1:22
Storm Eunice claims URC fixture as Met Office issue red weather warning
Cardiff’s United Rugby Championship clash with Italian club Zebre has been postponed due to Storm Eunice.
PA
17 Feb 2022, 11:28
Storm warning sees Premiership clash pushed back
Kick-off time for Friday’s Gallagher Premiership match between Worcester and Bristol has been pushed back by half an hour due to…
PA
17 Feb 2022, 9:54
'Excellent character' Siva Naulago learns red card hearing verdict
Bristol winger Siva Naulago has been banned following his Gallagher Premiership red card against London Irish.
Liam Heagney
17 Feb 2022, 2:39
'I have never seen a player like Nemani... he can do things that I have not seen before'
Leicester Tigers boss Steve Borthwick has paid tribute to the unique talent of Fijian giant Nemani Nadolo.
Chris Jones
17 Feb 2022, 1:03
Saracens' takeover by consortium including Francois Pienaar completed
Nigel Wray took full ownership of the Gallagher Premiership club in 2018 but had been looking to reduce his stake for some time.
PA
16 Feb 2022, 14:01
RFU statement: Immediate change to Covid testing in English rugby
Rugby chiefs have agreed to symptomatic-only Covid-19 testing in the English elite game. The change, which takes place with immedi…
PA
16 Feb 2022, 8:21
'He accepts he was reckless': Rokoduguni learns his red-card fate
Ex-England international Semesa Rokoduguni has been banned for three games following his red card for a dangerous tackle on Sam Sp…
Kim Ekin
16 Feb 2022, 5:08
'We're grateful': Bath sign Tongan Ma'afu Fia with immediate effect
Bath have signed Tonga international Ma’afu Fia on loan from Ospreys, the Welsh URC club, until the end of the current Gallagher…
Kim Ekin
16 Feb 2022, 2:06
'They did an amazing job': New Harlequins deals for backroom trio
Harlequins coaches Nick Evans, Adam Jones and Jerry Flannery have signed new unspecified length deals to continue on at the Gallag…
Kim Ekin
16 Feb 2022, 1:18
Sale sign Alex Groves just eight days after surprise Bristol exit
Sale have snapped up Alex Groves, the South African-born ex-England U20s lock who last week left Bristol by mutual consent.
Kim Ekin
15 Feb 2022, 7:24
Injury hit Bristol Bears sign two scrum-halves on short-term deals
Bristol have recruited two scrum-halves after being hit by injury and unavailability in that position.
PA
15 Feb 2022, 2:37
Two young England prospects sign contract extensions at Bath
Recent England Six Nations squad call up Orlando Bailey and Max Ojomoh, who was in last year's summer series squad, have given str…
Liam Heagney
15 Feb 2022, 2:27
Maitland told Gregor Townsend he prefers holding his kids not tackle bags
Saracens wing Sean Maitland has revealed the conversation he had with Gregor Townsend that saw him left out of Scotland's Six Nati…
Ian Cameron
14 Feb 2022, 7:33
Bath wing Semesa Rokoduguni cited
Bath winger Semesa Rokoduguni has been cited for his red card tackle effort against Wasps in the Gallagher Premiership over the we…
Kim Ekin
14 Feb 2022, 7:00
Wray returns from fractured skull as Saracens battle past Harlequins
Harlequins continued their miserable record on visits to Saracens as they suffered a 19-10 Gallagher Premiership defeat at the Sto…
PA
13 Feb 2022, 7:24
Blackett on 'frustrated' Barbeary and how Wasps lost Jimmy Gopperth
Lee Blackett believes it is only a matter of time before Alfie Barbeary is capped by England after the back-rower scored two tries…
PA
13 Feb 2022, 2:54
The 12 biggest northern hemisphere signings of the season so far
The northern hemisphere’s rugby calendar may have just past its mid-point but that has not stopped clubs from looking ahead to n…
Stefan Frost
13 Feb 2022, 0:52
Sale resigned to losing Manu Tuilagi
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson is resigned to losing the services of star centre Manu Tuilagi to England following his try-…
PA
12 Feb 2022, 10:40
Dual qualified Odogwu makes statement as Wasps batter 13-man Bath
Paolo Odogwu saved Wasps for the second week in a row with a quick-fire double as Bath saw their seven-point lead crumble after fi…
PA
12 Feb 2022, 9:57
England's Manu Tuilagi plays starring role as Sale overpower Worcester
Manu Tuilagi triggered a second-half surge on his first start for Sale since returning from injury as they defeated Worcester 36-1…
PA
12 Feb 2022, 9:46
Why a day at the beach was just the tonic for 'heartbroken' Exeter
Rob Baxter has explained why he changed things up at Exeter training this week by taking his squad off to the beach in Exmouth on …
Liam Heagney
12 Feb 2022, 1:38
The 'welcome' Sale have planned for Diamond 14 months after he quit
Sale boss Alex Sanderson is keen on having a catch-up beer on Saturday with his Sharks predecessor Steve Diamond - but there will …
Liam Heagney
12 Feb 2022, 1:12
Nemani Nadolo brace inspires Leicester to win over Northampton
Nemani Nadolo scored two tries as Premiership leaders Leicester did the double over Northampton by dispatching them 35-20 at Welfo…
PA
11 Feb 2022, 15:01
London Irish emerge victorious to end Bristol's winning streak
Former Wallabies international scrum-half Nick Phipps scored two tries as London Irish crushed Bristol 49-32.
PA
11 Feb 2022, 14:12
Wales No.8 Taulupe Faletau to make long-awaited return to field for Bath
Wales number eight Taulupe Faletau will begin his comeback from a long-term injury in Bath’s Gallagher Premiership game against …
PA
11 Feb 2022, 4:40
Diamond: Covid is Worcester's best hope of beating Sale
Steve Diamond has admitted his struggling Worcester team need a Covid outbreak at former club Sale Sharks to allow them to registe…
Chris Jones
11 Feb 2022, 2:39
RFU dismiss citing against Wallaby prop for incident 'with close friend'
The RFU have dismissed a citing against London Irish prop Oli Hoskins, who was adjudged to have illegally cleared out Gloucester p…
Ian Cameron
10 Feb 2022, 4:33
Leicester statement: Chris Ashton has joined with immediate effect
Steve Borthwick’s Leicester have signed former England international Chris Ashton on a short-term deal eight days after the free…
Liam Heagney
09 Feb 2022, 9:50
Injury hit Saracens sign 6'4, 127kg prop from Scarlets
Saracens have signed Scarlet prop Alex Jeffries on a loan deal. With Marco Riccioni and Alec Clarey both out with injuries, the ti…
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2022, 9:48
England given a welcome Six Nations boost
.Eddie Jones received a big Six Nations boost when Manu Tuilagi played the closing 30 minutes of Sale's Gallagher Premiership win …
Paul Smith
06 Feb 2022, 10:07
'The U15s from my club in Manchester would beat us at the moment'
New boss Steve Diamond has accepted he needs to act quickly on the training ground if there is to be an upward swing in the fortun…
Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2022, 2:20
The 'smallest budget' reminder Pat Lam has on Bristol office wall
Don’t talk to Bristol boss Pat Lam about the alleged hardships of Gallagher Premiership clubs with reduced budgets struggling to…
Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2022, 2:00
Leicester return to their best with comfortable win over Worcester
Gallagher Premiership leaders Leicester Tigers eased back to winning ways with a 36-16 victory over second-bottom Worcester Warrio…
PA
05 Feb 2022, 10:30
Merciless Saracens end Bath resurgence in brutal fashion
Tom Woolstencroft scored two first-half tries for the home side.
PA
05 Feb 2022, 9:56
England hopeful snatches late try as Wasps edge to narrow victory over Exeter
A Paolo Odogwu try deep into stoppage time plundered a 27-26 victory for Wasps who had been outplayed for much of the Gallagher Pr…
Ian Cameron
05 Feb 2022, 9:23
'He's banging on the door' - Skivington tips leftfield England candidate
Gloucester head coach George Skivington believes Ruan Ackermann is now “banging on the door†of England boss Eddie Jones after…
PA
05 Feb 2022, 1:06
Gloucester rise up Premiership table after win over London Irish
Gloucester moved up to second place in the Premiership with a 24-7 victory over London Irish as the Exiles’ miserable record at …
PA
04 Feb 2022, 14:11
Released England star rejoins Leicester Tigers as they host Worcester
Leicester Tigers been given a boost as they look to correct two consecutive losses in a row in the Gallagher Premiership when they…
Sam Smith
04 Feb 2022, 4:36
'We'd a 19-year-old second row on the bench, I don't think we've ever had that'
A glance at the current Gallagher Premiership table makes for very unusual reading for serial finalists Exeter heading into their …
Liam Heagney
04 Feb 2022, 1:26
'My overall feeling was Mark's my friend, the biggest concern was for him'
It was a jolting 70-word bolt from the blue statement that Saracens issued last Friday afternoon, announcing that long-serving bos…
Liam Heagney
04 Feb 2022, 1:06
Bristol tidy up 'a few misconceptions' after Hughes' Bath debut
Pat Lam has reflected on last week’s Gallager Premiership man of the match debut by Nathan Hughes, the out-of-favour No8 that Br…
Liam Heagney
02 Feb 2022, 12:07
Wasps confirm the exits of both Jimmy Gopperth and Malakai Fekitoa
Wasps have confirmed the end-of-season departures of Jimmy Gopperth, who has been linked with a two-year switch to Leicester, and …
Liam Heagney
02 Feb 2022, 9:24
Absent England No7 Sam Underhill has suffered another Bath setback
Hopes that concussion-hit Sam Underhill might soon be back in the mix at Bath and prove his fitness for a Guinness Six Nations cal…
Chris Jones
01 Feb 2022, 10:15
Leicester confirm 'sound-out conversation' with Chris Ashton
Leicester boss Steve Borthwick has confirmed that free agent Chris Ashton visited the Tigers training ground on Tuesday in the hop…
Liam Heagney
01 Feb 2022, 9:41
Worcester statement: Scott Baldwin has left with immediate effect
Ex-Wales hooker Scott Baldwin has been released from his Worcester contract on compassionate grounds. The 33-year-old, who arrived…
Liam Heagney
01 Feb 2022, 9:09
England's Dolly and Heyes among new deals announced by Leicester
Rookie England hooker Nic Dolly has agreed on a new deal at Leicester, the club he joined just last March from Coventry. Having in…
Liam Heagney
01 Feb 2022, 3:58
Rumours link Steve Diamond with Northern raid
Newly-appointed Worcester Warriors director of rugby Steve Diamond has been linked with a raid on his former club Sale Sharks
Paul Smith
31 Jan 2022, 8:34
Who are 'Alfie Bar Bree' and 'Billy Vunipolo?'
A growing number of Wasps fans are taking to social media to voice their embarrassment about the difficulties being experienced by…
Paul Smith
31 Jan 2022, 6:58
'I felt we were short of ball-carriers': Wasps adjustments key to victory over Saracens
Wasps’ director of rugby Lee Blackett was delighted to see his side continue their momentum with a fourth home victory on the tr…
PA
30 Jan 2022, 13:06
'Something was clearly missing': Sanderson on Sale's big comeback win over Leicester
Trailing 21-5 in the second half, the Sharks ran in four tries in half an hour to shock the Tigers and take all five points, cutti…
PA
30 Jan 2022, 13:00
Sale stun Premiership leaders Leicester with thrilling second-half comeback
Sale produced a stunning second-half fightback to defeat Leicester 35-26 and consign the runaway Premiership leaders to a second s…
PA
30 Jan 2022, 9:31
Gopperth guides Wasps to victory over Saracens
Jimmy Gopperth kicked 16 points as Wasps completed a hat-trick of impressive home victories with a 26-20 win over Saracens.
PA
30 Jan 2022, 9:28
'They have kicked the ball 430 times... That's 200 times more than us'
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has prepared his players for a “scrum scrap†and “maul war†against Premiership leaders Leicester…
Chris Jones
30 Jan 2022, 2:06
Gloucester maintain impressive away record with victory at Newcastle
Louis Rees-Zammit scored a sensational try as Gloucester made it four away wins from five in the Gallagher Premiership with a 32-2…
PA
29 Jan 2022, 14:26
An unstoppable Irish comeback seals first Prem double over Exeter
London Irish fought back to secure their first-ever Gallagher Premiership double over Exeter by holding out for a narrow 18-14 win…
PA
29 Jan 2022, 9:43
The Diamond era in charge at Worcester begins in losing fashion
The Steve Diamond era at Worcester began in losing fashion at Sixways as Northampton recorded a 29-13 Gallagher Premiership victor…
PA
29 Jan 2022, 9:23
Newcastle Falcons statement: Storm Malik
Newcastle have moved the kick-off of their home clash with Gloucester back by four hours due to Storm Malik.
PA
29 Jan 2022, 5:01
How Nathan Hughes reacted to his man of the match debut at Bath
Former England No8 Nathan Hughes royally illustrated how he still has what it takes to shine at Gallagher Premiership level by pro…
Liam Heagney
29 Jan 2022, 3:45
'Immense pride': Bath boss stunned following shock win over Harlequins
Bath head coach Neal Hatley spoke of his “immense pride†after the west country club claimed a shock 21-17 Premiership victory…
PA
28 Jan 2022, 20:15
Bath send shockwaves through Premiership by toppling Harlequins
Wing Will Muir scored two tries as Bath shredded the Gallagher Premiership form-book by beating reigning champions Harlequins 21-1…
PA
28 Jan 2022, 14:18
Saracens statement: Mark McCall to take 'break' as director of rugby
Mark McCall, the long-serving director of rugby at Saracens, is to take a short break from his role at the Gallagher Premiership c…
Liam Heagney
28 Jan 2022, 6:40
'It's all a load of rubbish. There's no truth behind it' - Zach Mercer
Montpellier No.8 Zach Mercer has rubbished reports that he heading back to the Gallagher Premiership and is instead set to honour …
Ian Cameron
28 Jan 2022, 6:40
Leicester without six England players for 'very dangerous' Sale Sharks
Head coach Steve Borthwick's Leicester Tigers will be without the services of no less than six England internationals for their Ga…
Teddy Parker
28 Jan 2022, 4:44
Centre Matt Proctor to stay at Northampton Saints
Centre Matt Proctor is staying at Northampton Saints after penning a contract extension at the club.
Kim Ekin
28 Jan 2022, 2:42
'They are going to ruin a lot of people's weekends' - Missing England stars make Matson wary
Tabai Matson the Harlequins head coach, never expected former club Bath to be enduring a “horror†season.
Chris Jones
28 Jan 2022, 1:40
Jimmy Gopperth to swap Wasps for Leicester Tigers
Wasps' veteran utility back Jimmy Gopperth is set to swap Coventry Building Society Arena for Welford Road and the Leicester Tiger…
Ian Cameron
27 Jan 2022, 11:36
Weaponised maul has Gloucester fielding calls 'all over the world'
When it comes to the Gallagher Premiership, Opta provides a multitude of statistics that can take any rugby fan down a rabbit hole…
Liam Heagney
27 Jan 2022, 10:58
'Closing in on half a million pound at least to do a brand change'
Exeter owner Tony Rowe has revealed it will cost the club around £500,000 to undergo the brand change of its existing Chiefs logo…
Liam Heagney
27 Jan 2022, 7:16
'I love playing for this club': Danny Care extends Harlequins deal
Veteran Danny Care has extended his contract at Harlequins, the 35-year-old scrum-half agreeing on terms that will take him throug…
Kim Ekin
26 Jan 2022, 4:18
The classy tweet Jonathan Thomas posted after his Worcester exit
Jonathan Thomas didn’t last all that long as the head coach at Worcester following the arrival of Steve Diamond as lead rugby co…
Liam Heagney
25 Jan 2022, 12:24
Diamond now Worcester boss as Thomas exits with immediate effect
It has taken Steve Diamond just eight weeks to go from getting his foot in the door at Worcester as the lead rugby consultant to s…
Liam Heagney
25 Jan 2022, 6:35
Bad language in rugby... what's the big ****ing deal?
Questioning a practicing barrister on precise use of language is not the smartest option for the defence to choose.
Paul Smith
24 Jan 2022, 6:34
Wasps give Thomas Young the all-clear
Wasps have confirmed that their flanker Thomas Young has been given a clean bill of health and released from hospital in Ireland.
Paul Smith
24 Jan 2022, 6:24
Damian de Allende rumoured to be Bath-bound van Graan's next target
Having already seen their head coach and defence coach sign for Bath, a report has now emerged which suggests Munster may also los…
Paul Smith
24 Jan 2022, 2:19
Nathan Hughes joins Bath on short-term loan from Bristol
Bristol’s England international number eight Nathan Hughes has joined the Bears’ Gallagher Premiership rivals Bath on loan.
PA
24 Jan 2022, 1:37
Two Prem clubs in hunt for £500k a year 'Championship' No.8 Hughes
Bristol Bears No.8 Nathan Hughes this week suffered the ignominy of being sent out to loan to Hartpury in the RFU Championship.
Ian Cameron
23 Jan 2022, 7:23
Wasps make grand gesture in support of Fekitoa's Tongan disaster fund
Wasps are rowing in behind a fundraising campaign for the victims of tsunami-hit Tonga. On Saturday, January 15, an underwater vol…
Kim Ekin
21 Jan 2022, 5:43
Bath bring in a second Munster coach as Hooper learns his fate
Bath rugby director Stuart Hooper will continue in his role when Johann van Graan becomes head coach next season, the club have co…
PA
18 Jan 2022, 6:35
Harlequins 'victims of their own success' as England set to strip champs of key players
Nick Evans, the Harlequins attack coach, admits the club are going to be “victims of their own success†with Luke Northmore ti…
Chris Jones
17 Jan 2022, 9:06
Turnover king Will Evans one of six Harlequins players to re-sign
Flanker Will Evans has become the latest player to re-sign at Gallagher Premiership champions Harlequins.
Ian Cameron
17 Jan 2022, 6:15
Gloucester sign Fijian No.8 Albert Tuisue
Gloucester have confirmed the signing of Fijian international No.8 Albert Tuisue from London Irish.
Sam Smith
17 Jan 2022, 3:16
Exeter set to beat rival Irish province to signing of Leinster's Jack Dunne
Exeter Chiefs are reported to be close to signing Leinster secondrow Jack Dunne, in the process beating a rival Irish province to …
Ian Cameron
17 Jan 2022, 2:56
'He nailed Vermeulen and Steve rang going 'We have got our man!'
Jan McGinity figured it could work out like this, the fortunes of Leicester turning around hugely on the pitch with him no longer …
Liam Heagney
16 Jan 2022, 1:00
Lee Blackett's refreshing admission after disputed Umaga red card
Wasps boss Lee Blackett saluted his Heineken Champions Cup heroes after they overcame the controversial red card shown to Jacob Um…
PA
15 Jan 2022, 9:01
The Zach Mercer 'crisis meeting' speech that helped turn Montpellier's tide
Former England backrow Zach Mercer was asked to step up to the plate early in his Montpellier career, revealing how he was told to…
Ian Cameron
15 Jan 2022, 4:54
The thing giving Northampton 'a lot of confidence' in coach change
Mark Darbon has insisted that Northampton explored every possible avenue before confirming this week that they were happy for curr…
Liam Heagney
15 Jan 2022, 3:49
Late try earns Newcastle narrow victory against Biarritz in Challenge Cup
A late try from George Wacokecoke saw Newcastle snatch a dramatic 17-13 Challenge Cup win at Biarritz.
PA
14 Jan 2022, 9:44
Boyd reduced to 'spectator' role after guilty plea over ref comments
Northampton Saints DoR Chris Boyd has been reduced to the role of 'a spectator' after pleading guilty to disrespecting the referee…
Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2022, 3:24
Why Creevy still rocks for Irish just weeks from his 37th birthday
London Irish boss Declan Kidney has explained why he was determined to keep Agustin Creevy at the Gallagher Premiership club even …
Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2022, 2:04
Tizard quits Harlequins: 'Always sad to see a team member move on'
Hugh Tizard will quit Harlequins at the end of this season, the 21-year-old deciding that his future in the game as a second row i…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 8:10
Saracens statement: Update on the Jackson Wray skull fracture
Saracens have delivered a very upbeat injury update on Jackson Wray, revealing that the skull fracture the back-rower suffered in …
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 7:09
'He was gone, gasping, struggling... but he found something more'
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has paid tribute to the inspiring last-ditch tackle put in by tired prop Biyi Alo when Leicester sought to…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 3:15
First player to score 9pt try highlights White fears for South African rugby
London Irish utility back Benhard Janse van Rensburg has a special place in rugby history and is exactly the kind of player Jake W…
Chris Jones
13 Jan 2022, 2:36
Why 'split jury' last weekend has Exeter pleased with Sam Simmonds
Exeter boss Rob Baxter has backed the winter form of Sam Simmonds - even though the No8 isn’t enjoying a repeat of the record-br…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 2:29
'Alex Sanderson slammed Wayne Barnes was not what I was doing'
Alex Sanderson has taken issue with media headlines claiming that he slammed referee Wayne Barnes in the wake of last Friday’s G…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2022, 1:44
Sale statement on 'allegation and arrest' of one of their players
Sale have issued a statement on the allegation that one of its players was arrested by police in England last Sunday on the suspic…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan 2022, 10:15
Cipriani's wife issues statement after being doorstepped by media
Bath have endorsed a social media plea from Victoria Cipriani, the wife of Danny Cipriani, for the media to leave her and the form…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan 2022, 7:18
Northampton confirm the reasons for Boyd exit and Dowson promotion
Phil Dowson will be promoted from his role as Northampton forwards coach to director of rugby when Chris Boyd leaves at the end of…
PA
12 Jan 2022, 5:31
Sent off Alec Hepburn punished for dumping Joe Marler on his head
Exeter prop Alec Hepburn has been suspended for last Saturday’s red card incident which saw him dump England loosehead Joe Marle…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan 2022, 4:23
Chris Boyd and Harvey Biljon 'charged with prejudicial conduct'
It has been quite the week of headlines for Chris Boyd, the Northampton director of rugby, who will leave Saints at the end of the…
Kim Ekin
11 Jan 2022, 7:52
'I love the club': Alex Dombrandt confirms new Harlequins deal
England No8 Alex Dombrandt has confirmed he will stay at Harlequins after he agreed to a contract extension with the Premiership c…
Liam Heagney
11 Jan 2022, 4:23
Northampton to promote from within after 'Boyd leaving' revelation
Latest reports on Northampton suggest that the Saints will be promoting from within to replace Chris Boyd, their departing directo…
Liam Heagney
11 Jan 2022, 2:34
Ref Watch: Genge, Hepburn, Zebo, Botham and Sutherland - red or yellow?
The Gallagher Premiership and United Rugby Championship's citing officers and disciplinary committees face a busy start to 2022
Paul Smith
10 Jan 2022, 8:55
Chris Boyd to step down as Northampton Saints DoR
Northampton are set to announce later this week that Chris Boyd is stepping down from his role as Saints rugby director, the PA ne…
PA
10 Jan 2022, 8:21
Bath dodge possible points deduction by the barest of margins
Bath finally broke their Gallagher Premiership seasonal duck with a battling 22-19 win over Worcester at the Rec on Sunday.
Paul Smith
10 Jan 2022, 3:56
Is the English Premiership facing a superstar 'brain drain'?
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has voiced fears that the Gallagher Premiership will lose some of its glamour as a result of reductions to…
Paul Smith
10 Jan 2022, 2:42
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