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Chris Boyd praises 'goal-kicking' Sam Matavesi's Northampton impact
Chris Boyd has paid a fulsome tribute to the impact Sam Matavesi is making at Northampton with the live-wire hooker having a key r…
Chris Jones
10 Jan 2022, 1:58
England face anxious wait over Ellis Genge following Hougaard incident
England face an anxious wait over the availability of Leicester Tigers' prop Ellis Genge, who was yellowed carded during his side'…
Ian Cameron
09 Jan 2022, 11:49
'Something is wrong with the game if we have a sending-off for that'
Worcester head coach Jonathan Thomas believes there is “an issue with the law†after Scotland prop Rory Sutherland was sent of…
PA
09 Jan 2022, 10:58
'In the dressing room afterwards I couldn't speak... there was huge emotion'
Wasps head coach Lee Blackett said he could hardly speak due to emotion after his side pulled off a shock 16-13 win to bring to an…
PA
09 Jan 2022, 10:53
Prem shock as Wasps derail Leicester Tigers' remarkable winning run
Jimmy Gopperth kicked three second-half penalties to bring to an end Leicester’s remarkable winning run and provide one of the s…
PA
09 Jan 2022, 9:46
Rory Sutherland a doubt for Six Nations opener after red card for Worcester
Scotland prop Rory Sutherland could be a doubt for the Six Nations opener against England after he was sent off in the second minu…
PA
09 Jan 2022, 9:22
Why retired David Flatman still can't look Danny Care in the eyes
A rucking incident featuring Marcus Smith with Harlequins has reminded a mischievous David Flatman why he can't look Danny Care in…
Liam Heagney
09 Jan 2022, 2:20
'Game has changed for them': What Leicester now demand from props
Leicester boss Steve Borthwick has outlined the changes in rugby for tight five forwards by giving an assessment of young tighthea…
Liam Heagney
09 Jan 2022, 2:07
Scarlets to sign All Black Vaea Fifita as salary cap pinches Wasps - reports
Former All Blacks forward Vaea Fifita to set to swap Coventry for Llanelli after Welsh region Scarlets reportedly managed to pull …
Sam Smith
09 Jan 2022, 1:38
The Wasps verdict on Ali Crossdale, their signing from Saracens
Ali Crossdale didn't play much rugby for Saracens but the 24-year-old England prospect has now come of age at Premiership rivals W…
Liam Heagney
09 Jan 2022, 1:00
Tabai Matson's brutally honest admission after 2 pt victory over Exeter
Harlequins boss Tabai Matson admitted Exeter were unlucky to leave Twickenham Stoop as the victims of a 14-12 defeat in a repeat o…
PA
08 Jan 2022, 10:47
'It's like having a tighthead lock playing in the No12 jersey'
The Springboks don't seem to want Andre Esterhuizen but Harlequins can't get enough of their inspiring South African 'Agent of Cha…
Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2022, 10:06
Gloucester scratch 14-year itch with away win at Saracens
Gloucester held on for their first away win at Saracens since November 2008 after Alex Lozowski missed a touchline conversion with…
PA
08 Jan 2022, 9:58
Biggar the starman as Northampton dominate Newcastle Falcons
Dan Biggar kicked 17 points as Northampton secured a comfortable bonus-point win away at Newcastle, running in five tries in a 44-…
PA
08 Jan 2022, 9:39
Red card drama as Harlequins leave it late to overcome 14-man Exeter
Joe Marler was the victim of a dangerous clearout that resulted in a red card for Exeter’s Alec Hepburn, but Harlequins still ne…
PA
08 Jan 2022, 9:24
'Very nasty' - Alec Hepburn sent off for '2005 Lions tour' clearout on Joe Marler
Exeter Chiefs prop Alec Hepburn could be facing a lengthy ban after being sent off for a reckless clearout on Harlequins prop Joe …
Ian Cameron
08 Jan 2022, 8:14
Former Bath player wants to extend club's misery by at least one more game
In normal circumstances any team with a 16 point lead over Bath would expect to be enjoying a top-four place in the Premiership, h…
Chris Jones
08 Jan 2022, 4:04
Why No9 Francois Hougaard is getting picked as a winger at Wasps
Former Springboks international Francois Hougaard arrived at Wasps last summer as a seasoned No9 but he is now playing a very diff…
Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2022, 2:09
'That's kind of what bothers me, and it's probably what bothers the players now'
Ahead of their Gallagher Premiership showdown with Harlequins this weekend, Exeter Chiefs' Director of Rugby Rob Baxter has opened…
Ian Cameron
07 Jan 2022, 4:37
No Billy Vunipola as Saracens and Gloucester each make five changes
Saracens and Gloucester have each made five changes for their Premiership clash, with the Londoners excluding Billy Vunipola on th…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2022, 4:35
Creevy quashes Top 14 speculation by extending London Irish deal
Former Argentina captain Agustin Creevy was recently linked to a switch to France but he has now agreed to an extension at London …
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2022, 3:42
Shortlist for Rugby Union Writers' Club personality of the year award released
France star Antoine Dupont features on the list of nominees for the Rugby Union Writers' Club personality of the year for 2021.
PA
07 Jan 2022, 2:46
'I love Harry Wells': Why Leicester enormously respect their lock
Recent new England cap Harry Wells has been a Leicester talisman this season, appearing in 14 of their 15 wins in their unbeaten s…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2022, 2:26
The most illegal back row in the Gallagher Premiership
Newcastle boss Dean Richards has identified why Northampton fall foul of referees more than any other Premiership team.
Chris Jones
07 Jan 2022, 1:40
Why Saracens are backing 'physically very blessed' ex-basketballer
With Jackson Wray sidelined, Saracens boss Mark McCall has outlined his high hopes for Theo McFarland, the London club's former ba…
Liam Heagney
06 Jan 2022, 10:56
Wasps respond to rumour they are favourites to sign Anthony Watson
Wasps have reacted to the speculation that they are apparently favourites to sign England international Anthony Watson from Bath. …
Liam Heagney
06 Jan 2022, 7:23
Gloucester claim Adam Hastings a better player for having left Glasgow
Gloucester attack coach Alex King believes Adam Hastings’ switch to the Premiership has taken him out of his “comfort zone†…
Chris Jones
06 Jan 2022, 5:56
Tom Curry returns to Sale Sharks for trip to Bristol
British & Irish Lions back row Tom Curry returns to action for Sale Sharks, the first time he's played since being injured in the …
Kim Ekin
06 Jan 2022, 4:48
Record breaking Barnes to notch up new milestone
The Gallagher Premiership's record holder for most appearances by a referee - Wayne Barnes - is set to bring up a major milestone …
Sam Smith
06 Jan 2022, 4:20
Why Leicester gambled on winger Murimurivalu playing as a flanker
So stretched was the Leicester squad last Sunday that Fijian winger Kini Murimurivalu was picked as an emergency back row versus N…
Liam Heagney
06 Jan 2022, 4:17
The 'point of ridicule' that has Sale happy with Bristol-bound AJ
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has been talking about Bristol-bound AJ MacGinty coming up against his new employers this Friday with the…
Liam Heagney
05 Jan 2022, 11:27
'Sounds very serious': Saracens shed light on Wray skull fracture
Saracens boss Mark McCall has been talking about the serious-sounding skull fracture suffered by Jackson Wray last Sunday at North…
Liam Heagney
05 Jan 2022, 7:38
Worcester issue update after third serious injury for Melani Nanai
Melani Nanai was injured in his first game back for Worcester after just eight minutes as a replacement in the loss to Saracens.
Chris Jones
05 Jan 2022, 6:51
Saracens reveal Jackson Wray has suffered a shocking head injury
Saracens have issued an injury update on seven players, including the revelation that Jackson Wray suffered a worrying knock last …
Liam Heagney
05 Jan 2022, 5:32
The Exeter reaction to last week's bristling Stuart Hogg interview
Stuart Hogg last week nipped in the bud the rumours that he could leave Exeter, going on to score a vital try last Saturday versus…
Liam Heagney
05 Jan 2022, 4:03
Forward thinking behind Leicester's transformation
Maybe, just maybe, the good old days of the ABC club are returning at Welford Road.
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Nick Bishop
05 Jan 2022, 4:01
Medical updates to shape crucial Midlands derby
Unbeaten Leicester and injury ravaged Wasps face anxious waits to discover if they are able to field key back row forwards in thei…
Chris Jones
03 Jan 2022, 4:27
Borthwick: 'Anything that has happened was before I came here'
Leicester head coach Steve Borthwick was delighted at the way his side played the rain-sodden conditions to crush Newcastle 31-0 b…
PA
03 Jan 2022, 0:45
'I have stopped drinking... I felt it was just letting me down a little bit'
The wing is fit and firing again after injury problems.
Interview
PA
02 Jan 2022, 9:54
Dominant Leicester Tigers thump Newcastle Falcons
Leicester Tigers maintained their impressive run with a convincing 31-0 win over Newcastle on a rain-sodden pitch before a crowd o…
PA
02 Jan 2022, 9:32
Lozowski the star as Saracens hold off Northampton
Alex Lozowski inspired Saracens to a 30-6 victory that cemented second place in the Gallagher Premiership as Northampton failed to…
PA
02 Jan 2022, 9:25
Harlequins leave it late to successfully raid Gloucester at Kingsholm
Champions Harlequins reeled off a fifth successive Gallagher Premiership victory over Gloucester after they fought back to win 20-…
PA
02 Jan 2022, 9:07
Carl Fearns suggests Bok No.8 Wiese ended teammate's career
Newcastle forward Carl Fearns has suggested on social media that hard-hitting Springboks No.8 Jasper Wiese ended a teammate's care…
Ian Cameron
02 Jan 2022, 2:22
Exeter subject Bristol to fourth successive Prem defeat in front of record crowd
Bristol suffered a fourth successive Gallagher Premiership defeat as Exeter toppled them 19-13 in front of a record Sandy Park cro…
PA
01 Jan 2022, 11:00
Bath forced to call off another match
Bath’s Gallagher Premiership match at London Irish on Monday has been called off after the club returned more positive Covid-19 …
PA
01 Jan 2022, 10:28
'Nobody outside of our group will be expecting us to get a result'
Newcastle defence coach Nick Easter says he believes that the Falcons can derail Leicester Tigers' seemingly unstoppable train in …
Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2021, 4:38
Jacob Umaga to miss Toulouse game after ban for throat tackle
Wasps’ standoff Jacob Umaga has copped a ban for a tackle that caught London Irish winger Ollie Hassell-Collins in the throat.
Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2021, 2:24
2022 will be France's year - Andy Goode
There’ll be a lot of people glad to see the back of 2021 but rugby has survived, improved as a spectacle and shown there’s muc…
Opinion
Andy Goode
31 Dec 2021, 2:16
Speculation mounts as Anthony Watson's Bath exit revealed
Anthony Watson's time at Bath is coming to an end after it was revealed that the England winger is eager to turn over a new leaf a…
Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2021, 1:58
Repeat offender Wiese cops technical ban
Leicester backrow Jasper Wiese has been handed a technical ban for repeat infringement across the season.
Kim Ekin
30 Dec 2021, 11:08
'Everyone says Quins are soft but we can play tough' - Adam Jones
Wales legend Adam Jones continues to be mystified by the idea that his Harlequins pack is “soft†having clinched the Premiersh…
Chris Jones
30 Dec 2021, 8:38
Fekitoa rumours persist as Wasps feel the pinch
Wasps face a potential battle to retain the services of former All Blacks centre Malakai Fekitoa at the end of the current season.
Paul Smith
30 Dec 2021, 5:52
Former Sale favourite Valery Morozov joins Bath
Bath have announced that former Sale Sharks prop Valery Morozov has joined them for the remainder of the 2021/22 season.
Paul Smith
30 Dec 2021, 2:07
War of words erupts over Alex Dombrandt's move from Cardiff to Harlequins
While Alex Dombrandt debuted for England this year and has set a goal of taking over as the nation's first-choice number 8, the mu…
Sam Smith
29 Dec 2021, 7:01
Borthwick expects his Tigers to only grow stronger following salary cap probe
Leicester head coach Steve Borthwick insists his Gallagher Premiership leaders will be galvanised by the investigation into a pote…
PA
28 Dec 2021, 8:30
'I really want to continue to push to get into England and be a staple there'
Alex Dombrandt has set the New Year’s resolution of surpassing a standout 2021 by cementing a place in England’s back row and …
PA
28 Dec 2021, 6:18
Leicester face Premiership investigation over potential breach of salary cap
Leicester have confirmed that they are co-operating with a Premiership Rugby investigation into historic image rights payments.
PA
28 Dec 2021, 4:14
'We didn't have flyhalf cover': Quins boss Tabai Matson heaps praise on late call up Will Edwards
Matson saluted “exceptional†Edwards, who was standing in for Covid absentee Marcus Smith.
PA
27 Dec 2021, 14:49
'He is one of, if not the best, coaches around': George Ford on Steve Borthwick
Leicester’s gripping last-gasp victory over Bristol at Ashton Gate made it 10 wins from 10 Premiership starts this season, match…
PA
27 Dec 2021, 14:42
'All Black-esque': Only a matter of time for Dombrandt to take England No.8 jersey
Former England captain Chris Robshaw explained it's 'only a matter of time' before Dombrandt is wearing the No.8 for England on BT…
Sam Smith
27 Dec 2021, 12:10
Points divvied up in abandoned Newcastle-Sale match
Premiership Rugby have have confirmed that Newcastle Falcons have been awarded four match points and Sale Sharks two following the…
Kim Ekin
27 Dec 2021, 12:07
Bath forced to cancel clash with Exeter
Bath’s Premiership Rugby Cup clash with Exeter on December 29 has been cancelled due to a combination of coronavirus issues and …
PA
27 Dec 2021, 11:55
Harlequins up to third with win over Northampton despite Marcus Smith absence
Number eight Alex Dombrandt was at the heart of their victory with his three tries the reward for intelligent running lines in a h…
PA
27 Dec 2021, 11:33
Bath misery rolls into 2022 after leaking 40 points to Gloucester
The visitors were too experienced and well organised to suffer more than the occasional discomfort.
PA
26 Dec 2021, 10:58
No rustiness as Saracens run in 9 tries against Worcester
Saracens cruised to a convincing and entertaining 61-29 win over Worcester Warriors at the StoneX Stadium to cut the gap at the to…
PA
26 Dec 2021, 10:07
'They keep finding a way' - Borthwick reacts to Leicester cliffhanger victory
Tigers are the first team since Harlequins in 2011-12 to start a campaign with 10 successive Premiership victories.
PA
26 Dec 2021, 9:54
Wasps end winless run with victory over in-form London Irish
Hooker Dan Frost scored two tries as Wasps picked up a much-needed 38-30 over in-form London Irish in the Gallagher Premiership.
PA
26 Dec 2021, 9:36
Leaders Leicester leave it late to go 10 for 10 in 2021
Gallagher Premiership leaders Leicester preserved their unbeaten league record after claiming a dramatic 28-26 victory over Bristo…
PA
26 Dec 2021, 8:51
Harlequins statement: Marcus Smith and Big Game 13 team change
Harlequins have explained the absence of both England 10 Marcus Smith and James Chisholm after the pair tested positive for Covid-…
Ian Cameron
26 Dec 2021, 7:02
Newcastle-Sale clash called off due to Covid outbreak at Sharks
Cardiff’s meeting with Scarlets in the United Rugby Championship is also off.
PA
25 Dec 2021, 9:49
Forgotten England blindside to make first appearance of the season
Forgotten England backrow Mark Wilson is set to make his first appearance of the season on Boxing Day against Sale Sharks.
Sam Smith
24 Dec 2021, 4:41
Sam Underhill shifts position in return for Bath
Sam Underhill makes a slight positional adjustment as he to returns to the pack for Bath's West Country derby against Gloucester R…
Kim Ekin
24 Dec 2021, 4:20
Billy and Mako Vunipola to stay at Saracens
Billy and Mako Vunipola have confounded rumours that linked them with a move abroad, with the brothers re-signing with Saracecns. …
Sam Smith
24 Dec 2021, 2:34
Scotland centre Cam Redpath closing in on return to pitch
Bath have revealed that Scotland centre Cam Redpath is 'back running' in training and is nearing the end of his rehab from a bruta…
Ian Cameron
23 Dec 2021, 11:00
England 10 Alex Lozowski to stay at Saracens
Former England player Alex Lozowski is staying at Saracens, having signed a new contract at the club.
Sam Smith
23 Dec 2021, 4:01
Scotland's Stuart Hogg publicly addresses rumours over Exeter future
Exeter Chiefs have said that Scotland fullback Stuart Hogg has "quashed speculation" that he is set to leave the club.
Kim Ekin
23 Dec 2021, 3:39
World Rugby move fast to outlaw law exploitation sweeping sport
World Rugby have moved fast to outlaw the latest law exploitation being used by clubs - issuing an amendment that will come into i…
Ian Cameron
23 Dec 2021, 3:30
Marquee player rule change creating headaches for Prem clubs
A recent change to the marquee player rule is causing issues behind the scenes for Gallagher Premiership clubs.
Ian Cameron
23 Dec 2021, 2:47
Bath in race against time to learn new defensive system
England scrumhalf Ben Spencer admits new Bath defence coach Brent Janse van Rensburg is facing a race against time to sort out the…
Chris Jones
23 Dec 2021, 1:34
Lee Blackett: Three week Prem break the preferred option
Blackett is desperate for the English league to avoid the restrictions that will take effect in Welsh and Scottish sport.
PA
23 Dec 2021, 1:13
'Dying to get back out there': The buzz that Danny Care has missed
Danny Care returns to Twickenham next Monday with his love for the game rekindled by a title-winning season at Harlequins.
PA
22 Dec 2021, 4:12
Bristol boss Pat Lam worried for Premiership if Covid lockdown comes
Rugby union is facing an uncertain time amid the coronavirus pandemic.
PA
21 Dec 2021, 6:39
Lam tells Bristol to ditch the Leicester Christmas buffet
Bristol boss Pat Lam has told his players to stop choosing from the tactical “buffet†and to deliver a set menu of moves to tr…
Chris Jones
21 Dec 2021, 4:01
Bath owner Bruce Craig steps aside as chairman for Ed Griffiths
Bath have announced that owner Bruce Craig will stand down as Chairman at the end of the 2021/22 season.
Paul Smith
21 Dec 2021, 3:15
'It's hard to put into words...': Jonny Hill quits Exeter for Sale
Exeter have lost a second Test level lock this Monday, England's Jonny Hill joining Sale and following Scotland's Sam Skinner out …
Liam Heagney
20 Dec 2021, 7:24
'The s**t people don't see': Saracens CEO Wray pens letter to fans
Saracens CEO Lucy Wray had penned a letter to her club's supporters at the end of an eventful 2021 for the rejuvenated Premiership…
Liam Heagney
20 Dec 2021, 5:14
'Extremely hard decision': Sam Skinner quits Exeter for Edinburgh
The tightening Premiership salary cap has had an effect at Exeter as Scotland international Sam Skinner has signed for Edinburgh.
Liam Heagney
20 Dec 2021, 4:41
'Will add great value': Leicester back row Brink heads home to URC
South African players have played a major part in the rejuvenation of Leicester under Steve Borthwick but Cyle Brink has opted out…
Liam Heagney
20 Dec 2021, 1:50
Sharks still circling Sharks after De Jager deal falls through
The Cell C Sharks are said to still be circling their Gallagher Premiership namesakes - Sale Sharks - after a deal that would see …
Ian Cameron
19 Dec 2021, 7:26
The secret non-rugby activity that left Danny Care 'petrified'
Scrum-half Danny Care has revealed how a recent secret activity away from Harlequins left him petrified before he rose to the chal…
Liam Heagney
19 Dec 2021, 1:30
'It's an eye-opener...': The rebuilding of Leeds in National One
Results have been brutal for Leeds in recent years but ex-England full-back Jon Callard has now joined their National One rebuild.
Interview
Liam Heagney
19 Dec 2021, 1:00
Charles Piutau set to launch rugby's first NFT
Charles Piutau has retreated outside to his garden. The family home is too busy and bustling with kids over-excited about the impe…
Interview
Sam Roberts
19 Dec 2021, 0:29
'We are all being thrown curveballs - we had a couple of curveballs last night'
Harlequins head coach Tabai Matson hopes his side will have the chance to build on their great start in the Heineken Champions Cup…
PA
18 Dec 2021, 8:39
The three facets of play that are costing Sale the most penalties
Director Alex Sanderson has his team's discipline foremost in his mind following the naughty aspects of the last two Sale performa…
Liam Heagney
18 Dec 2021, 2:59
'We probably have got a much better rugby player than we thought'
Jack Walker at Harlequins has proved to be one of the best summer signings in England, his excellence even surprising assistant Ad…
Liam Heagney
18 Dec 2021, 1:06
Ben Youngs' motivation: 'The family. It's been a tough time'
Ben Youngs is determined to extract everything possible from the final years of his playing career knowing that his success is a s…
PA
17 Dec 2021, 14:16
London Irish sign hooker Tadgh McElroy on a season-long loan
Having followed a trial at Bristol by signing for Ealing, 2021 has taken another twist for Tadgh McElroy as he is now at London Ir…
Liam Heagney
17 Dec 2021, 3:00
'He's taken a huge pay cut' - Ellis Genge to Bristol not about money
Ellis Genge rejected the prospect of earning more money at Leicester to join his home-town club Bristol next season, according to …
PA
16 Dec 2021, 11:20
'It looks stupid': The story behind rugby's shortest-ever loan
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has explained the reasons why new Scotland cap Ewan Ashman had rugby's shortest-ever loan last month at G…
Liam Heagney
16 Dec 2021, 10:56
Bristol Bears sign England prop Ellis Genge
Bristol Bears have verified the worst kept secret in rugby, confirming the signing of England prop Ellis Genge, whose dramatic exi…
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2021, 8:37
'Bollocks': What Ellis Genge said in 2020 about loyalty in rugby
Ellis Genge leaving Leicester has lit up social media - amid the debate it's worth recalling his January 2020 interview about rugb…
Liam Heagney
16 Dec 2021, 6:44
Hooper's 'big decision' reaction to van Graan's Bath appointment
Struggling Bath director of rugby Stuart Hooper has been speaking about the club's recruitment of Johann van Graan as its new head…
Liam Heagney
16 Dec 2021, 1:43
'This is a personal decision': Ellis Genge to leave Leicester
Club captain and England prop Ellis Genge has revealed he will leave Leicester Tigers at the current season for personal reasons.
Liam Heagney
15 Dec 2021, 7:32
Hooper survives as Bath only give van Graan the head coach role
Director of rugby Stuart Hooper had dodged a bullet at Bath as Johann van Grann will only become the head coach at the club next s…
Liam Heagney
15 Dec 2021, 5:13
Bath appoint South African defence coach 19 days after urgent call
Bath have appointed Brent Janse van Rensburg as their new defence coach 19 days after an internal review at the Premiership strugg…
Liam Heagney
14 Dec 2021, 6:01
Chris Ashton - the timeline of a rugby enigma
Worcester Warriors have today confirmed English rugby's worst-kept secret by announcing that Chris Ashton will leave the club.
Paul Smith
13 Dec 2021, 8:16
Chris Ashton leaves Worcester with 'immediate effect'
Former England wing Chris Ashton has left Gallagher Premiership club Worcester with immediate effect.
PA
13 Dec 2021, 2:48
'It wasn't just getting drunk, we had little activities for them'
Sale took themselves off to London on a recent jolly, high jinx that Alex Sanderson insists is invaluable in strengthening his tea…
Liam Heagney
12 Dec 2021, 3:00
'When that happens you know Pearce has lost it as he's a nice dude'
The latest RugbyPass Offload has reflected on what happened last weekend at Sandy Park between referee Luke Pearce and Saracens.
Liam Heagney
11 Dec 2021, 2:30
Paul Hull gets 'one of the most crucial roles in the English game'
The exit of long-serving Tony Spreadbury RFU referees boss has paved the way for ex-England full-back Paul Hull to return to the p…
Liam Heagney
10 Dec 2021, 6:25
'No bulls*** with him': What convinced Pollard to join Leicester
Handre Pollard has given his first interview since signing for Leicester, the Springboks No10 telling the Tigers website what swun…
Liam Heagney
10 Dec 2021, 5:37
'Look, it's a failure potentially on my part but I tried...'
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has shed light on the sudden departure of ex-England winger Denny Solomona from the Premiership club.
Interview
Liam Heagney
09 Dec 2021, 8:26
'Ah bollocks!' and 'Superb signing': Koch transfer stirs emotions
The surprise decision of Springboks prop Vincent Koch to quit Saracens and join Wasps for next season lit up Twitter on Thursday.
Opinion
Liam Heagney
09 Dec 2021, 7:48
'It's time for a change': Wasps sign Springboks prop Vincent Koch
Wasps have pulled off a Premiership transfer coup, securing the services of the Springboks and Saracens prop Vincent Koch for next…
Liam Heagney
09 Dec 2021, 4:32
Sale react to Ashton rumour, their take on Diamond at Worcester
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has responded to the Chris Ashton for Sharks rumour and Worcester's recent appointment of consultant Stev…
Liam Heagney
09 Dec 2021, 2:18
'Positive sign': England newcomer Atkinson sticks with Gloucester
New England cap Mark Atkinson has agreed to continue the good times at Kingsholm, the 31-year-old agreeing to an extension with Gl…
Liam Heagney
08 Dec 2021, 4:25
Bath sign two players, including a history-making ex-Wales winger
Premiership strugglers Bath have added two players to their roster, including ex-Wales international Tom Prydie who blazed a trail…
Liam Heagney
08 Dec 2021, 2:42
Why 'world's best nause' Maro Itoje has unfollowed Jim Hamilton
Saracens featured heavily on this week's episode of The Rugby Pod, Jim Hamilton having plenty to say about Maro Itoje and Billy Vu…
Liam Heagney
08 Dec 2021, 2:10
Leicester confirm Handre Pollard will replace Ford next season
Steve Borthwick has confirmed that Montpellier's Handre Pollard will replace the Sale-bound George Ford at Leicester Tigers next s…
Liam Heagney
07 Dec 2021, 6:24
Genge on Borthwick: 'I think one thing and he wouldn't like me saying it'
Leicester set for European challenges after outstanding start to domestic campaign.
PA
06 Dec 2021, 11:32
Ref Watch: To man manage or march ten metres?
This weekend’s action has sparked plenty of comment across the rugby world after two leading referees took totally different app…
Opinion
Paul Smith
06 Dec 2021, 7:26
Reports link Bath with former South African forwards coach van Graan
The Irish Independent has today linked Munster head coach Johann van Graan with English Premiership club Bath.
Paul Smith
06 Dec 2021, 2:18
'Squeeze you to death': Harlequins rue missed chances against Leicester
Harlequins head coach Tabai Matson rued his side’s wasted opportunities as they missed the chance to inflict a first defeat of t…
PA
05 Dec 2021, 19:42
Kidney downplays Hassell-Collins' hat-trick as London Irish continue impressive form
The Exiles continued their improved form in the Gallagher Premiership by running in six tries at the Brentford Community Stadium, …
PA
04 Dec 2021, 12:55
Northampton condemn hapless Bath to 9th straight loss with heavy win
Bath’s miserable season continued as Northampton racked up a bonus-point 40-19 Gallagher Premiership win at Franklin’s Gardens…
PA
04 Dec 2021, 9:32
Ollie Hassell-Collins hat-trick helps in-form London Irish claim Newcastle win
Winger Ollie Hassell-Collins scored a hat-trick as London Irish continued their good run of results with a comfortable 43-21 victo…
PA
04 Dec 2021, 9:15
Returning Cowan-Dickie stars as Exeter edge Saracens
Exeter won the battle of English rugby’s heavyweights by defeating fierce Gallagher Premiership rivals Saracens 18-15 at Sandy P…
PA
04 Dec 2021, 9:04
Luke Pearce marches Saracens back 20 metres over Vunipola backchat
Referee Luke Pearce showed he wasn't in the mood for back chat back during the eager anticipated Exeter Chiefs - Saracens clash at…
Ian Cameron
04 Dec 2021, 8:19
'When I came in, everyone was talking about Gloucester's inconsistency'
Gloucester head coach George Skivington praised the consistency his players are building following an impressive 27-10 Gallagher P…
PA
04 Dec 2021, 2:53
Gloucester end poor run against Bristol with intense derby victory
Gloucester ended a run of five successive Gallagher Premiership defeats against Bristol as they won an intense west country derby …
PA
03 Dec 2021, 13:56
Picking a Saracens - Exeter Chiefs composite XV
It’s been over a year since Exeter Chiefs and Saracens last faced off in the Gallagher Premiership, and one suspects that the Lo…
Ian Cameron
03 Dec 2021, 7:39
Worcester Warriors get double Lions boost as they face Wasps
Worcester Warriors will welcome back British and Irish Lions pair Rory Sutherland and Duhan van der Merwe for tomorrow's Gallagher…
Kim Ekin
03 Dec 2021, 5:07
Leicester Tigers agree mid-season release for Thom Smith
Leicester Tigers have agreed an early release from his contract for Thom Smith which will allow the back row to pursue a career in…
Kim Ekin
03 Dec 2021, 3:57
'Multi-year deal' - Premiership Rugby renews its headline sponsorship deal
Premiership Rugby’s partnership with Gallagher has been renewed in a “multi-year†deal. The competition has had global insur…
PA
03 Dec 2021, 3:46
'People might say that we are holding Jamie back... he will start games for us'
England hooker Jamie Blamire has been ruled out of Newcastle’s clash with London Irish in Brentford by injury which temporarily …
Chris Jones
03 Dec 2021, 2:59
Ex-All Blacks star Charles Piutau opens up on imminent Tongan switch
Former All Blacks star Charles Piutau has lifted the lid behind his prospective switch of international allegiance from New Zealan…
Sam Smith
02 Dec 2021, 18:25
'I have no hesitation playing him in 3 different positions' - Skivington praises former Engand centre
Gloucester boss George Skivington has paid tribute to the impact a rejuvenated Billy Twelvetrees is making as the Cherry and White…
Chris Jones
02 Dec 2021, 2:03
Report: Handre Pollard to Leicester Tigers move imminent
Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard will soon be unveiled as a Leicester Tigers player, according to reports coming out of the United…
Rugby365
01 Dec 2021, 17:26
Saracens blockbuster exhibition match with Sharks cancelled
The exhibition match between Premiership giants Saracens and South Africa's Cell C Sharks scheduled in January has been cancelled.…
Sam Smith
01 Dec 2021, 13:15
What Nick Evans thought of Eddie Jones' Marcus Smith assessment
Eddie Jones believes Marcus Smith will only realise his full potential in his “late twenties†but Harlequins attack coach Nick…
Chris Jones
01 Dec 2021, 8:44
'He sets the emotional tone for the team'- McCall on pivotal Saracens star
Elliot Daly could make his return from injury when Saracens tackle Gallagher Premiership rivals Exeter on Saturday.
PA
01 Dec 2021, 8:32
'It's like anything in sport, you use anything you can'
Exeter boss Rob Baxter does not deny that the Saracens salary-cap saga could provide motivation for his players in Saturday’s Ga…
PA
01 Dec 2021, 8:12
Sale's McGuigan to miss crunch European games following ban
Byron McGuigan has been given a three-week suspension following his red card in Sale’s defeat against Saracens last weekend.
PA
01 Dec 2021, 6:45
Worcester boss defends Ollie Lawrence after Eddie Jones criticism
Worcester Warriors boss Jonathan Thomas has defended the attitude of England international Ollie Lawrence who was the target of pe…
Chris Jones
01 Dec 2021, 5:17
Wasps bring in newly capped Argentina prop as injury cover
Wasps have announced the signing of Argentinian loosehead prop Rodrigo Martinez from Paraguayan outfit Olímpia Lions with immedia…
Josh Raisey
01 Dec 2021, 4:31
Hero Sinfield inspires Leicester's next England generation
England centre Dan Kelly is taking inspiration from Leicester defence coach Kevin Sinfield, describing the rugby league great as h…
Chris Jones
30 Nov 2021, 8:39
'The show must go on' - with Newcastle's players pulling the pints!
Details are emerging of the remarkable effort with which Newcastle Falcons managed to get their round eight Gallagher Premiership …
Paul Smith
30 Nov 2021, 3:51
'It'll be really difficult for us': New selection dilemma for Edinburgh
Edinburgh coach Mike Blair praised his team for an “outstanding†performance in their 30-14 victory away to Dragons and admits…
PA
29 Nov 2021, 1:44
Sanderson: Sale red card may have been UFC inspired
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson admitted that mixed martial artist Byron McGuigan let his frustration boil over.
PA
28 Nov 2021, 12:59
'That has been a really enjoyable change from Dean and Dimes...'
Simon Hammersley has a deserved reputation as a safe Premiership pair of hands as the Sale full-back after breaking through at New…
Interview
Liam Heagney
28 Nov 2021, 1:24
England star strikes as Worcester and Newcastle share postponed spoils
Newcastle and Worcester played out a dogged 24-24 draw on a snowy Saturday night at Kingston Park in the Gallagher Premiership.
PA
27 Nov 2021, 12:40
Prem shock as London Irish stun champions Harlequins
Ben White’s try proved decisive as London Irish picked up just their second win in the Gallagher Premiership this season with a …
PA
27 Nov 2021, 9:30
Eddie Jones convinces Alfie Barbeary to switch position to pursue England cap
Wasps forward Alfie Barbeary, one of the most exciting talents in the Premiership, is going to concentrate on playing No8 after di…
Chris Jones
27 Nov 2021, 2:00
What Saracens make of Alex Sanderson's first return as Sale boss
Sunday's Premiership match marks the first return of ex-assistant Alex Sanderson to Saracens in his new role as the Sale director …
Liam Heagney
27 Nov 2021, 1:25
'We've taken a few knocks... It's only 13 months since we won the double'
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter is convinced that his team are now finding their mojo again.
PA
27 Nov 2021, 0:43
Gloucester hold off Wasps fightback to claim narrow victory
Gloucester held off a final-quarter rally from Wasps to claim a 35-33 victory in a hard-fought encounter at the Coventry Building …
PA
26 Nov 2021, 14:33
Exeter pull plug on Bath despite brave performance at the Rec
Bath’s best performance of a dismal season was still not enough to stave off an eighth successive defeat as Exeter triumphed 23-…
PA
26 Nov 2021, 14:26
Northampton claim overdue win as Tommy Freeman and Dan Biggar down Bristol
Northampton ended a five-game Gallagher Premiership losing streak against Bristol by claiming an impressive 36-20 victory at Ashto…
PA
26 Nov 2021, 14:17
'The biggest thing we have been told is there's no right or wrong'
With Newcastle hosting Worcester in Saturday's delayed artificial pitch derby, the Warriors have responded to criticisms over the …
Liam Heagney
26 Nov 2021, 9:39
What draw specialists Irish make of Premiership golden point idea
London Irish have become Premiership draw specialists, drawing three of eight games this term to add to two other draws in 2021.
Liam Heagney
26 Nov 2021, 9:24
Met Office red warning forces Newcastle vs Worcester postponement
A red warning about the stormy weather in the North-East of England has forced the postponement of Friday's Newcastle vs Worcester…
Liam Heagney
26 Nov 2021, 8:23
Ashman returns to Sale just 3 days after going on loan to Glasgow
Ewan Ashman has had to return to Sale Sharks as injury cover just three days after he went out on loan to Glasgow Warriors.
Ian Cameron
26 Nov 2021, 5:37
Saracens continue to run Goode experiment as team named for Sale Sharks
Saracens are continuing to pick Alex Goode at standoff as the Londoners host Sale Sharks at the StoneX Stadium this weekend.
Ian Cameron
26 Nov 2021, 4:39
Ex-England wing Denny Solomona has left Sale with immediate effect
Alex Sanderson recently described the return of ex-England winger Denny Solomona to the Sale team as one of his best-ever rugby ac…
Liam Heagney
26 Nov 2021, 2:24
Exeter Chiefs statement: Club branding
Exeter Chiefs are set to revisit the controversy around their club branding after meeting with the membership of Exeter Rugby Club…
Ian Cameron
25 Nov 2021, 12:44
Worcester sign yet another Scotland international to help solve prop crisis
Worcester Warriors have yet another Scotland international - tighthead prop Murray McCallum from Glasgow Warriors.
Kim Ekin
25 Nov 2021, 9:13
How sent off ex-Wallaby Coleman graduated from Irish tackle school
Ex-Wallabies lock Adam Coleman was sent off at Saracens this month and had to attend tackle school to get his London Irish ban red…
Liam Heagney
25 Nov 2021, 8:44
'We are not quite sure' - Saints unclear about how old Api Ratuniyarawa is
Northampton boss Chris Boyd has paid tribute to Fijian forward Api Ratuniyarawa who is helping the club mount a challenge for the …
Chris Jones
25 Nov 2021, 7:54
Jones singling out Dolly should make RFU sit up and take notice - Andy Goode
Eddie Jones’ singling out of Nic Dolly for praise this week should make the RFU sit up and take note about the plight of English…
Opinion
Andy Goode
25 Nov 2021, 4:42
England skipper Lawes starts for Saints but no Sinckler for Bristol
Stand-in England skipper Courtney Lawes has opted against taking a post-Autumn Nations Series rest as he starts for Northampton on…
Liam Heagney
25 Nov 2021, 4:22
Exeter Chiefs recall four internationals for trip to Bath
Exeter Chiefs have recalled four internationals to Gallagher Premiership duty as they bid to heap more misery on Bath this weekend…
Kim Ekin
25 Nov 2021, 4:10
Bath launch urgent hunt for defence coach with ex-England man in frame
Bath are to recruit a defence coach as a matter of urgency following a review into the club’s disastrous start to the Gallagher …
PA
25 Nov 2021, 3:36
'Recklessly contacted in the air': Powell punished for Bristol red
The 22-year-old Charlie Powell was a starter for Bristol in their 68-13 Premiership Cup loss last Saturday to the Worcester Warrio…
Liam Heagney
25 Nov 2021, 2:23
What Thomas came away with after first conversation with Diamond
The stage is set at Worcester with new consultant Steve Diamond set to officially start work next Monday above head coach Jonathan…
Interview
Liam Heagney
24 Nov 2021, 4:19
Dad exit hasn't stopped Ackermann from extending Gloucester deal
Ruan Ackermann, son of Johan who quit Kingsholm in May 2020, is one of four players to have agreed to contract extensions at Glouc…
Kim Ekin
24 Nov 2021, 1:51
'You remember those days... no one was coming down that channel'
Bristol boss Pat Lam has explained to RugbyPass why the chance to reunite with Sale's AJ MacGinty, his old Connacht No10, had to b…
Liam Heagney
24 Nov 2021, 1:16
Anthony Watson banned following tweet posted while icing his knee
Injured England and Lions winger Anthony Watson was watching from home when Bath were defeated by Wasps in the Premiership recentl…
Liam Heagney
23 Nov 2021, 9:26
Worcester latest on 'unavailable' Ashton ahead of Diamond arrival
Intrigue has been added to the ongoing unavailability of Chris Ashton at Worcester by their recruitment of Steve Diamond, his old …
Liam Heagney
23 Nov 2021, 8:38
English rugby's loss of Kpoku symptomatic of looming salary cap bottleneck
English rugby can expect to see more exits from the league in the vein of rising second row talent Joel Kpoku as a number of facto…
Ian Cameron
22 Nov 2021, 4:10
Prop turned ref to debut as NFL talkback system gets first run out
Former Gloucester prop Nick Wood will make his top-flight refereeing debut when Sale Sharks host Newcastle Falcons in the Premiers…
Kim Ekin
19 Nov 2021, 5:53
Handre Pollard to Leicester Tigers more than an Instagram rumour
Rumours linking Springboks Handre Pollard with a move to Leicester Tigers could be more than mere speculation - RugbyPass understa…
Ian Cameron
18 Nov 2021, 13:32
Steve Diamond appointed at Worcester Warriors
Former Sale Sharks boss Steve Diamond has returned to Premiership Rugby after it was confirmed that he has been appointed as Lead …
Sam Smith
18 Nov 2021, 4:33
How Sale signed Ford: 'He isn't on much more than what AJ is paid'
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has spoken enthusiastically at a media briefing after the Manchester club signed George Ford from Leicest…
Interview
Liam Heagney
17 Nov 2021, 7:39
Leicester confirm George Ford will leave at the end of this season
A week after Sale revealed holding talks with George Ford, Leicester have confirmed the out-half will quit Tigers at the end of 20…
Liam Heagney
17 Nov 2021, 4:53
Sale admit Ford contact: 'I have had a conversation with George'
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has admitted speaking to Leicester's George Ford about the possibility of the out-half joining the Sharks…
Liam Heagney
11 Nov 2021, 6:53
Bristol's MacGinty signing opens door for Ford to Sale - report
With Bristol confirming they have signed AJ MacGinty, Sale have been quickly linked with George Ford, the Leicester No10 unwanted …
Liam Heagney
11 Nov 2021, 1:37
'Huge admirer' Lam reunited with MacGinty as Bristol sign Sale 10
Bristol boss Pat Lam admitted in May that he coveted Sale No10 AJ MacGinty and had unsuccessfully tried to sign him for the Bears.…
Liam Heagney
10 Nov 2021, 7:43
Exeter turn to Argentina after Jacques Vermeulen injury setback
Exeter have alleviated the loss of South African Jacques Vermeulen to injury by signing Argentina back-rower Santiago Grondona.
Liam Heagney
10 Nov 2021, 7:17
'A reckless act of foul play': Red-carded Adam Coleman cops a ban
Former Wallabies second row Adam Coleman was red-carded in the first half of last weekend's Premiership visit by London Irish to S…
Liam Heagney
10 Nov 2021, 2:38
Ex-WRU boss Phillips has hooked up with Premiership Rugby
Ex-Welsh Rugby Union chief executive Martyn Phillips, who spent five years in charge, has been appointed as new chair of Premiersh…
PA
09 Nov 2021, 7:31
Wasps bring in veteran prop Reid from the Scottish Premiership
With three players currently unavailable at loosehead, Wasps have turned to ex-Scotland prop Gordon Reid to provide emergency cove…
Liam Heagney
09 Nov 2021, 5:18
On This Day 2004: Jason Robinson becomes first black player to captain England
Jason Robinson became the first black player to be named as England captain for a rugby union Test on this day in 2004.
Paul Smith
08 Nov 2021, 2:12
Harlequins stage another superb comeback to defeat Wasps
Harlequins produced another of their spectacular second-half rallies to gain a third consecutive away win over Wasps.
PA
07 Nov 2021, 12:29
Dean Richards name checks backrow hero after shock win over Exeter
Newcastle director of rugby Dean Richards hailed captain Will Welch after the Falcons stunned Exeter by winning at Sandy Park for …
PA
07 Nov 2021, 2:04
Newcastle shock Exeter as late penalty seals one-point win
The Chiefs have now lost three of their first four home games in this season’s Gallagher Premiership.
PA
06 Nov 2021, 13:01
AJ MacGinty kicks 15 points as Sale ease to Premiership victory over Northampton
.AJ MacGinty claimed 15 points as Sale eased past Northampton 30-6 in the Gallagher Premiership at a rain-soaked AJ Bell Stadium o…
PA
06 Nov 2021, 12:28
Head coach Jonathan Thomas: 'Worcester need to be more clinical'
.Worcester head coach Jonathan Thomas bemoaned his side’s failure to take their chances as they fell to a 27-5 defeat against Br…
PA
06 Nov 2021, 12:21
Declan Kidney hails London Irish conditioning after another comeback
.Declan Kidney highlighted London Irish’s conditioning as they pulled off another miraculous comeback to draw 34-34 with Saracen…
PA
06 Nov 2021, 12:11
Stunning comeback from 14-man London Irish earns a draw at Saracens
.A Kyle Rowe hat-trick set the stage for 14-man London Irish to snatch a sensational 34-34 draw against Saracens at StoneX Stadium…
PA
06 Nov 2021, 11:20
Toby Fricker tries help Pat Lam's Bristol to victory over Worcester
Toby Fricker scored two tries as Bristol ensured Worcester extended their miserable away record as they crashed to a 27-5 defeat a…
PA
06 Nov 2021, 10:19
Leicester make it eight from eight as Bath's wait for a first win goes on
George Ford scored 25 points as Leicester maintained their 100 percent start to the Premiership season with a 40-23 win over Bath.
PA
05 Nov 2021, 15:16
On This Day - Saracens docked 35 points and fined over salary cap saga
Saracens were docked 35 points and handed a £5.3million fine on this day in 2019 after being found guilty of repeated salary cap …
PA
05 Nov 2021, 2:32
'Several players have burns and grazes they wouldn't get on grass'
Exeter boss Rob Baxter gives his hot take after artificial pitches became a hot topic again following a post-Kingsholm Jack Nowell…
Liam Heagney
03 Nov 2021, 11:15
Red-carded Williams and Bath kitman Middleton learn their fate
Bath duo Mike Williams and kit manager Steve Middleton were charged following separate incidents during last Saturday's Premiershi…
Liam Heagney
03 Nov 2021, 5:54
'Leaves with our blessing': Bath confirm end-of-season Faletau exit
With his sights set on the 2023 World Cup with Wales, Bath have confirmed that No8 Taulupe Faletau will leave them at the end of t…
Liam Heagney
02 Nov 2021, 8:02
Cracknell becomes fifth player to recently sign for London Irish
Former Wales prospect Olly Cracknell, the 27-year-old back-rower, has become the fifth player to sign for London Irish since early…
Liam Heagney
02 Nov 2021, 3:22
Faletau set to become the latest high-profile departure from Bath
A five-year stay by Wales No8 Taulupe Faletau Faletau in the Premiership with Bath will reportedly conclude at the end of this sea…
PA
02 Nov 2021, 2:58
Saracens issue Billy Vunipola injury update following knee scan
Billy Vunipola, the out-of-favour England No8, looked uncomfortable when he limped out of the action for Saracens last Sunday at H…
Liam Heagney
02 Nov 2021, 1:45
How 'avoiding the tyranny of results' has helped Leicester to the Premiership summit
Leicester boss Steve Borthwick says avoiding “the tyranny of results†has been an important part of his club’s table-topping…
Paul Smith
01 Nov 2021, 10:55
Bath kit manager charged by RFU over comments to referee
Bath's kit manager could be in hot water for comments he allegedly made to referee Ian Tempest during his side's loss to Wasps ove…
Ian Cameron
01 Nov 2021, 8:20
Chris Ashton rumoured to be in the Sixways departure lounge
Former England winger Chris Ashton is on the verge of leaving another club according to today’s Daily Mail.
Paul Smith
01 Nov 2021, 6:35
Two words that might land Joe Marler in hot water
England prop Joe Marler has risked landing himself in disciplinary hot water through social media posts issued on Sunday afternoon
Paul Smith
01 Nov 2021, 4:47
Billy Vunipola injury mars Saracens' win over Harlequins
Saracens edged a gripping derby by pouncing late to defeat Harlequins 29-22 but an important Gallagher Premiership victory was mar…
PA
31 Oct 2021, 12:24
Saracens beat title rivals Harlequins to claim London bragging rights
Saracens struck late on to beat Harlequins 29-22 after the Gallagher Premiership title contenders appeared to be headed for a stal…
PA
31 Oct 2021, 10:27
Jack Nowell posts photo of knees after game on Gloucester's new 3G pitch
Exeter Chiefs star and critic of artificial pitches Jack Nowell has posted fresh images of his knees after injuring them playing o…
Ian Cameron
31 Oct 2021, 10:00
Double Bok blow for table topping Leicester Tigers
Head coach Steve Borthwick, already without five England players, must now maintain Leicester’s seven game unbeaten start to the…
Chris Jones
31 Oct 2021, 5:27
Winless Bath boss blames red card for latest home loss
Bath director of rugby Stuart Hooper felt that the dismissal of Mike Williams played a “huge part†in their 27-17 defeat to Wa…
PA
31 Oct 2021, 1:59
'I tested Cheika and he didn't like it... we haven't spoken since'
Loving life with London Irish, Curtis Rona has reflected on his dual-code career so far - including that infamous row with Michael…
Interview
Liam Heagney
31 Oct 2021, 1:07
Bath lose again after Williams red-carded for a tackle on Gopperth
Bath lock Mike Williams was sent off in the 47th minute for a dangerous challenge on Jimmy Gopperth as his side were beaten 27-17 …
PA
30 Oct 2021, 10:25
Van der Merwe and Shillcock both shine as Worcester upset Sale
Duhan van der Merwe and Jamie Shillcock scored a brace of tries apiece as Worcester claimed a 27-14 Premiership victory over Sale.
PA
30 Oct 2021, 10:09
Leicester run in seven tries at Northampton to rack up seventh win
Leicester impressively kept their 100 per cent record in the Premiership going with a 55-26 victory at East Midlands rivals Northa…
PA
30 Oct 2021, 9:54
Scintillating attacking display from Bristol is too good for Irish
Bristol grabbed their second win of the season in emphatic fashion with a scintillating display of attacking rugby to see off Lond…
PA
30 Oct 2021, 9:40
'You're getting a perfect storm... a quite shocking outcome'
Alex Sanderson has his hands full with Sale as their rookie boss but that hasn't stopped him admiring how his old club Saracens ar…
Liam Heagney
30 Oct 2021, 2:40
Fin Smith sheds light on what Dan Biggar said in 'cool' pep talk
It was master and apprentice last weekend when the seasoned Dan Biggar guided Northampton to a big win over Fin Smith and Worceste…
Interview
Liam Heagney
30 Oct 2021, 1:56
Exeter overcome half-time deficit to end Gloucester's unbeaten run
Gloucester’s unbeaten league run of four games came to a halt as Exeter’s second-half rally proved decisive in a 16-13 Gallagh…
PA
29 Oct 2021, 14:06
Why Saracens are 'grateful' for what Saints did with Nick Isiekwe
Nick Isiekwe doesn't feature much in general chat about players loaned out by Saracens last year but they are very grateful to Nor…
Liam Heagney
29 Oct 2021, 8:01
The new role that Harlequins have Andre 'The Giant' primed for
With Andre Esterhuizen having inked a deal through to 2025, Harlequins have been teasing out ways to increase his already huge inf…
Liam Heagney
29 Oct 2021, 7:40
'What do we get for that? Zilch': Why Bristol are ignoring table
The loss of four of their five Premiership matches so far has left Bristol in 12th place but don't mention this to Bears boss Pat …
Liam Heagney
29 Oct 2021, 1:50
'The danger when you get stick is you don't talk to people...'
Rookie Worcester boss Jonathan Thomas has reacted to his struggling Premiership team conceding 156 points and 23 tries in three ga…
Liam Heagney
29 Oct 2021, 1:32
'I've made big f*** ups in life... things you kick yourself over'
It is a tricky time at Sale for Alex Sanderson with rookie 20-year-old out-half Tom Curtis missing points-costing clock-in-the-red…
Liam Heagney
29 Oct 2021, 1:09
'It's a little disappointing... you want the teams fully loaded'
Harlequins versus Saracens is a Sunday sell-out but Nick Evans accepts why some fans might be unhappy the teams are not at full st…
Liam Heagney
28 Oct 2021, 11:17
Obano ruled out of Six Nations as Bath seek cover for two England stars
England prop Ben Obano will miss the 2022 Guinness Six Nations and possibly the entire season after Bath confirmed that the prop h…
Ian Cameron
28 Oct 2021, 7:21
'I don't feel like we're in a crisis' - Chiefs name team for bounce back mission
Rob Baxter has named his Exeter Chiefs side for a Gallagher Premiership bounce-back mission when they take on Gloucester this week…
Kim Ekin
28 Oct 2021, 6:07
What Bristol have made of ex-All Black John Afoa as a rookie coach
Bristol prop John Afoa, the 2011 World Cup winner with the All Blacks, is just weeks into his first season as the Bears' new scrum…
Liam Heagney
28 Oct 2021, 3:47
'He had a lot of reasons not to come and he chose to come...'
Losing Ben Spencer and Richard Wigglesworth in quick succession was a headache but Aled Davies has solved the Saracens No9 situati…
Liam Heagney
28 Oct 2021, 2:24
Biggar as a 19-year-old: 'Dan would lose his head quite often...'
Jonathan Thomas has compared Fin Smith, his young Worcester out-half, with the 19-year-old Dan Biggar he knew at Ospreys.
Liam Heagney
28 Oct 2021, 1:42
Harlequins hit out at critics who claim they 'fluked' title win
Harlequins coach Nick Evans and skipper Stephan Lewies have suggested their Premiership title win hasn't been fully respected by s…
Liam Heagney
27 Oct 2021, 11:02
How Nathan Hughes has reacted to 'honest conversation' at Bristol
Not since the September 25 hammering at Wasps has Nathan Hughes, one of Pat Lam's biggest signings, featured in the Bristol starti…
Liam Heagney
27 Oct 2021, 3:21
How ex-Springboks centre van Rensburg graduated from tackle school
A new tackle school initiative meant that Rohan Janse van Rensburg of Sale and Leicester's Dan Kelly finished their bans a week ea…
Liam Heagney
27 Oct 2021, 1:09
Rejuvenated James O'Connor primed for jersey dogfight
James O'Connor is returning to where he turned his life around.
LONG READ
Christy Doran
26 Oct 2021, 13:58
What unfolded when Worcester spoke to Joe Schmidt over Ted Hill ban
It was October 6 when Worcester said they would take the Ted Hill ban up with World Rugby and they have since spoken with Joe Schm…
Liam Heagney
26 Oct 2021, 11:02
'Really hurt': Stuart Hogg breaks silence over Exeter, Lions axe
Scotland captain Stuart Hogg has revealed the steps he has taken to recover from a demoralising summer with Exeter and the Lions.
PA
26 Oct 2021, 7:47
Ringfencing, the Premiership and the law of unintended consequence
With relegation again shelved, the Gallagher Premiership will next season expand to 14 clubs.
Opinion
Paul Smith
25 Oct 2021, 9:23
Wallabies injury raises Louis Lynagh tug-of-war possibility
An injury in the Australian camp has raised the intriguing possibility of a tug-of-war over the services of Harlequins’ Louis Ly…
Paul Smith
25 Oct 2021, 4:33
French giants again rumoured to eye Vunipola signing swoop
French rugby paper Midi Olympique has again linked Billy and Mako Vunipola with a move to the Top 14.
Paul Smith
25 Oct 2021, 3:25
Rugby's rich list: The world's highest-paid players in 2021
A former All Blacks star and a World Cup-winning Springbok have jointly topped an updated list of rugby's highest-played players.
Sam Smith
24 Oct 2021, 21:34
'Max Malins reaping benefit of top-tier rugby last term' - Mark McCall
.Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall feels the free-scoring Max Malins is reaping the benefit of remaining in the top flight la…
PA
24 Oct 2021, 11:03
Max Malins grabs a four-timer as in-form Saracens hammer depleted Wasps
Max Malins made it back-to-back hat-tricks in the Gallagher Premiership with four tries in Saracens’ thumping 56-15 victory over…
PA
24 Oct 2021, 9:25
Bath Media Manager - the toughest job in English rugby?
Stuart Hooper is not having the easiest time of things at present, but Bath's director of rugby fronted up to the BT Sport cameras…
Paul Smith
24 Oct 2021, 8:49
'It was an ugly game but they are a pressure team that makes it hard and niggly'
.“Outstanding†Gloucester fly-half Lloyd Evans spearheaded his side to victory at Kingsholm by scoring 19 of his points in a â…
PA
24 Oct 2021, 3:02
George Ford and Ben Youngs catch their coach's eye in Leicester's defeat of Sale
.Leicester boss Steve Borthwick praised England international half-backs George Ford and Ben Youngs after the Tigers claimed a six…
PA
24 Oct 2021, 2:35
'It doesn't feel like a blood and guts loss, it feels like a pretty poor loss'
Rob Baxter is already looking forward to Friday night’s clash with Gloucester when Exeter will be determined to make amends for …
PA
24 Oct 2021, 0:41
'I dreamed of being a farmer': Vaea Fifita's Tongan odyssey
From stark poverty and family strife to the summit of professional rugby, this is Vaea Fifita's story.
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
23 Oct 2021, 23:58
Injured Obano an England doubt as late rally sees Harlequins home
Late rally secures Harlequins a ninth-successive home bonus-point triumph as they recorded a 31-17 Premiership victory against win…
PA
23 Oct 2021, 10:20
No stopping leaders Leicester with George Ford again the star
Leaders Leicester recorded a sixth successive Premiership victory of the season after beating Sale Sharks 19-11 at Welford Road.
PA
23 Oct 2021, 9:39
Irish snap a winless 11-game run with deserved victory at Exeter
London Irish registered their first victory of the season as the recent resurgence by Exeter in the Premiership stalled at Sandy P…
PA
23 Oct 2021, 9:26
Immaculate kicking from 19-point Evans secures Gloucester a win
Lloyd Evans kicked 19 points as Gloucester extended their unbeaten run in the Premiership to four games with a 29-20 win against N…
PA
23 Oct 2021, 9:09
What Northampton made of Skosan, their hat-trick debut-making wing
Ex-Springboks winger Courtnall Skosan signed for Northampton in the summer but had to wait until Friday night to make his new club…
PA
23 Oct 2021, 6:06
The biggest difference noticed by Saracens since Premiership return
Saracens have returned to the Premiership after a one-season stay in the Championship and Mark McCall has identified one major dif…
Liam Heagney
23 Oct 2021, 2:34
Courtnall Skosan scores debut hat-trick as 10-try Northampton demolish Worcester
South African winger Courtnall Skosan scored a hat-trick of tries on his debut as Northampton got back to winning ways emphaticall…
PA
22 Oct 2021, 14:28
Bath bench Cipriani as they make 8 changes after Saracens beating
Ex-England out-half Danny Cipriani is one of many to pay a selection price following last Sunday's humiliation for Bath against Sa…
Liam Heagney
22 Oct 2021, 4:45
The 'bankrupt' Wray advice Eddie Jones passed on to Alex Sanderson
Rookie Sale boss Alex Sanderson has revealed a motivating story about Nigel Wray told to him over dinner with England boss Eddie J…
Liam Heagney
22 Oct 2021, 3:43
How surprise Cowan exit opened Irish door for a 20-year-old rookie
It was 11 weeks ago when Irish were blindsided by Blair Cowan's release request but they have filled the gap with Juan Martin Gonz…
Liam Heagney
22 Oct 2021, 2:20
Saracens name a 34-year-old veteran as 'one of our best signings'
Veteran lock Tim Swinson had retired when approached by Saracens in 2020, but he has gone on to show age is no barrier to success …
Liam Heagney
22 Oct 2021, 1:05
'Really good for us since he arrived': Irish verdict on Jackson
Paddy Jackson is now into his third season at London Irish and Declan Kidney has given his verdict on how the out-half is currentl…
Liam Heagney
21 Oct 2021, 10:20
'He doesn't do it in a nasty way': Sale on how Lions matured Curry
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has elaborated on exactly why back-rower Tom Curry has returned from the Lions tour as a better player.
Liam Heagney
21 Oct 2021, 10:08
What Exeter make of Joe Simmonds the sub and not the starting No10
It has been a strange time for Joe Simmonds at Exeter as he has only been good enough to make the bench after a tricky start to th…
Liam Heagney
21 Oct 2021, 9:59
Licking Carl Fearns' head and spray tans help Falcons become Eddie's new favourites
Newcastle have been transformed from the unloved Northern outpost of Premiership rugby to Eddie Jones’s new favourite team with …
Interview
Chris Jones
21 Oct 2021, 7:02
Wasps make two signings, including ex-NFL player Alex Gray
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has again been busy with recruitment, this time signing ex-NFL player Alex Gray and a Championship out-hal…
Liam Heagney
21 Oct 2021, 4:18
George Kruis nails down an off-field deal with old club Saracens
George Kruis is preparing for the new season in Japan but his fourfive company have secured a partnership with his old club Sarace…
Liam Heagney
21 Oct 2021, 2:56
'It's not you must win or else': Hooper's Bath vote of confidence
Stuart Hooper has admitted to talks with Bath owner Bruce Craig and CEO Tarquin McDonald in the wake of Sunday's 71-17 hammering.
Liam Heagney
20 Oct 2021, 11:09
What rugby must do to keep mischief-making water carriers in check
The issue of water carriers in rugby has come to a head following recent worrying incidents involving the Springboks and Wasps.
Opinion
Paul Smith
20 Oct 2021, 6:24
Wasps pair Barrow and Atkinson learn disciplinary hearing result
Wasps backs transition coach Scott Barrow and head of performance Pete Atkinson were ordered off the field in last weekend's Premi…
Liam Heagney
20 Oct 2021, 3:34
Jerry Flannery names 'the most skilful forward I've coached ever'
Harlequins assistant coach Jerry Flannery has named England squad pick Alex Dombrandt as "probably the most skilful No8 in world r…
PA
20 Oct 2021, 0:41
Sanderson: Bizarre bare-chested conversation broke ice with Diamond
Alex Sanderson has revealed to RugbyPass the bizarre moment when he first bumped into Steve Diamond since replacing him as the Sal…
Interview
Liam Heagney
19 Oct 2021, 12:01
Two Wasps coaches cited after tempestuous incidents versus Exeter
Two separate incidents caught the attention of the citing commissioner during last Saturday's Premiership defeat for Wasps by Exet…
PA
19 Oct 2021, 5:00
Saracens stars show they aren't a spent force
The England squad has set tongues wagging, Saracens show they've lost nothing of their lustre and Leinster still rule all they sur…
LONG READ
Owain Jones
18 Oct 2021, 9:39
South Africa and Sale Sharks to lose injured Faf de Klerk
South Africa have received a major blow to their Autumn Series prospects with the news that Faf de Klerk is facing five months out…
Paul Smith
18 Oct 2021, 6:10
Leicester Tigers statement: Tom Youngs takes 'indefinite leave'
Former England hooker Tom Youngs is to take 'indefinite leave' from Leicester Tigers, the club have confirmed.
Sam Smith
18 Oct 2021, 5:10
'That looked a season-defining game - you ask how do Bath come back from this?'
Pressure is mounting on Bath boss Stuart Hooper following his club’s thrashing at the hands of in-form Saracens.
Paul Smith
18 Oct 2021, 2:14
McCall issues Itoje update and tips Saracens trio for England recall
Saracens boss Mark McCall says he will be “amazed†if a trio of his star players are overlooked by England head coach Eddie Jo…
PA
17 Oct 2021, 11:17
'He does not come back on the pitch' - The latest bizarre waterboy incident
Once again an incident involving a water carrier is making rugby headlines - this time in the Gallagher Premiership.
Ian Cameron
17 Oct 2021, 9:42
Winless London Irish still living off bonus points as Gloucester snatch draw
The home side’s first-half efforts should have ensured they were out of sight at the interval.
PA
17 Oct 2021, 9:34
How Swinson went from Barbarians fiasco to real deal at Saracens
Tim Swinson encountered the depths of despair with the Barbarians cancellation but he went on to show impressive resilience with S…
Interview
Liam Heagney
17 Oct 2021, 2:13
Exeter Chiefs put headdress row aside to beat injury-hit Wasps
Exeter continued their march up the table with a hard-earned 27-23 victory over injury-ravaged Wasps who were outgunned but not ou…
PA
16 Oct 2021, 9:53
Leicester demolish Worcester to confirm best Prem start since 1997
Leaders Leicester reeled off a fifth successive Gallagher Premiership victory of the season as they demolished Worcester 48-3 at S…
PA
16 Oct 2021, 9:20
Newcastle heap more misery on Pat Lam's Bristol Bears
A dogged display from Newcastle Falcons saw them battle their way to a 13-5 win over Bristol Bears in the Gallagher Premiership.
PA
16 Oct 2021, 9:05
England prospect could be 'as good, if not better, than Faf'
Young star Raffi Quirke has been backed to be ‘every bit as good, if not better’ than outstanding Springbok scrum-half Faf de …
PA
16 Oct 2021, 2:34
Bears' verdict on how Sinckler is coping with Bristol's adversity
Struggling for Premiership results isn't what Kyle Sinckler expects at Bristol, who have rated how the prop is coping with adversi…
Liam Heagney
16 Oct 2021, 1:50
'Do I have to say I like the surface because I play on it?'
Ahead of his first home game for Newcastle, veteran Mike Brown has given his first interview about life at Falcons after exiting H…
Interview
Liam Heagney
16 Oct 2021, 0:55
Raffi Quirke double helps end Harlequins' unbeaten start to season
Young star Raffi Quirke touched down twice as Sale ended defending champions Harlequins’ unbeaten start to the Gallagher Premier…
PA
15 Oct 2021, 14:36
Why Bristol gave rookie back-rower Fitz Harding his four-year deal
It wasn't so long ago that Fitz Harding was playing fourths at Durham University but the 22-year-old is now impressing Pat Lam at …
Liam Heagney
15 Oct 2021, 9:08
'Max definitely benefited': What Saracens are liking about Malins
Max Malins has been back playing for Saracens in the Premiership in recent weeks following his loan spell last season at Bristol.
Liam Heagney
15 Oct 2021, 9:07
The time has come for Eddie Jones to make a pivotal call
Eddie Jones has to make a choice between the old heads and the young blood.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
15 Oct 2021, 4:32
Maro Itoje makes Saracens return in an all international XV
England second row Maro Itoje is making his much-anticipated return to Saracens as the north London club travel to Bath this weeke…
Kim Ekin
15 Oct 2021, 4:18
Pat Lam has hit back over the alleged lack of fitness at Bristol
Bristol have endured a miserable start to the new Premiership season, prompting queries about their fitness that Pat Lam has now a…
Liam Heagney
15 Oct 2021, 1:40
'He should be playing for one of the best clubs in the world'
Three years ago Harlequins youngsters Gabriel Ibitoye and Marcus Smith were “apprentice “ players added to the England squad.
Chris Jones
15 Oct 2021, 1:12
What a potential Club World Cup for rugby should look like
If reports in recent days and weeks are to be believed, rugby could be on the brink of creating a revolutionary, and long-awaited,…
Opinion
Alex McLeod
14 Oct 2021, 21:54
'He chats so much s*** on the pitch' - the England star that 'went' in for LRZ
While professional rugby is an altogether more sanitised workplace these days, there's still room for on field chat and 'niggle' b…
Ian Cameron
14 Oct 2021, 10:12
Manu vs The Giant: 'It's two massive lads just going at it...'
Harlequins' Luke Northmore will be in the thick of it when Manu Tuilagi of Sale battles it out directly with Andre Esterhuizen on …
Liam Heagney
14 Oct 2021, 9:45
Irish boss Kidney reacts to criticism over winless 10-game run
Some London Irish fans voiced criticism of the Declan Kidney era at the club following their latest Premiership loss last weekend.…
Liam Heagney
14 Oct 2021, 9:33
'Total nightmare' - Saracens' lowest ebb during year in Championship
Saracens Chairman Neil Golding says he wants the club to be the 'poster children' for adhering to the salary cap as they look to r…
Ian Cameron
14 Oct 2021, 5:45
Wasps sign URC pair as cover for injured Fekitoa and banned Oghre
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has moved to shore up his squad following the loss of Malakai Fekitoa to injury and Gabriel Oghre to suspe…
Liam Heagney
14 Oct 2021, 5:19
Sale recall Tuilagi, Curry while Harlequins include Smith to start
It is set to be an entertaining Friday night with Sale picking Manu Tuilagi and Tom Curry and Harlequins selecting Marcus Smith to…
Liam Heagney
14 Oct 2021, 4:24
2 Prem clubs' very different reactions to the leggings law change
It was Tuesday when World Rugby announced a leggings law change, promoting very different reactions from Saracens and London Irish…
Liam Heagney
13 Oct 2021, 11:04
Koch's 'funny' time and what Itoje is 'very clear on' at Saracens
Saracens have spoken about the return of Vincent Koch from the Springboks and how Maro Itoje is feeling before his first game of t…
Liam Heagney
13 Oct 2021, 8:17
Exeter have reacted to Wasps' Native American headdress review
Exeter boss Rob Baxter has reacted to Wasps calling for a rugby-wide review on Chiefs supporters wearing Native American headdress…
PA
13 Oct 2021, 6:49
'We need to get clarity': Sale fear for Springboks No9 de Klerk
Faf de Klerk is back in Manchester after his long spell with the Springboks, but Sale are worried about the injury he has returned…
Chris Jones
13 Oct 2021, 1:46
Andre, the agent of chaos: 'I'd rather run over you than past you'
Andre Esterhuizen, the powerhouse Harlequins midfielder, has been talking style of play, contract extension and that miserable six…
Interview
Liam Heagney
13 Oct 2021, 1:10
'Dombrandt looks a proper athlete now... he's stripped down again'
The week's latest episode of The Rugby Pod was immensely complimentary towards Harlequins and players such as Alex Dombrandt.
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2021, 12:24
Quins' verdict on a first try in 134 league games for Will Collier
Marcus Smith grabbed the headlines last Friday but what tighthead Will Collier did for Harlequins was also entertainingly special.…
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2021, 10:46
Wasps issue statement on Native American headdress for Chiefs game
It was August when Wasps announced a review of Native American headdresses and its findings are now out before Saturday's game wit…
Kim Ekin
12 Oct 2021, 8:42
'Deep knowledge': Massie-Taylor replaces Childs as Premiership boss
RFU employee Simon Massie-Taylor has replaced Darren Childs, who resigned earlier this year, as the new Premiership Rugby chief ex…
PA
12 Oct 2021, 6:28
'F*** you, you're a liar, don't ever talk to me ever again'
A discussion on The Rugby Pod about agents resulted in Andy Goode recalling how he sacked him when joining Leicester in winter 200…
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2021, 5:09
Joe Simpson set for Cipriani reunion after inking fresh loan deal
Fresh from a month-long stay at Saracens, Gloucester's Joe Simpson is now temporarily off to Bath for a reunion with Danny Ciprian…
Liam Heagney
12 Oct 2021, 1:47
Saracens sign former Wasp Ross Neal
Saracens have confirmed the signing of powerhouse utility back Ross Neal on a short-term contract.
Paul Smith
11 Oct 2021, 9:40
Ref watch: 'How is that try awarded, that's ridiculous'
Refereeing is under the microscope as never before – and this weekend’s action has thrown yet more fuel on the fire.
Analysis
Paul Smith
11 Oct 2021, 5:55
'We gave away so many dumb penalties... it was ridiculous.'
Northampton boss Chris Boyd bemoaned his side’s indiscipline as he admitted too many “dumb penalties†cost them in their 26-…
PA
11 Oct 2021, 0:48
Oghre incident a talking point as Wasps end Northampton run
Wasps brought an end to Northampton’s unbeaten start to the Gallagher Premiership season with a 26-20 victory at the Coventry Bu…
PA
10 Oct 2021, 9:58
'I struggled before I started music': Wasps' hip hop 128kg prop
Life used to be a struggle for Biyi Alo, but the gigantic Wasps prop tells RugbyPass he hasn't looked back since he turned to song…
Interview
Liam Heagney
10 Oct 2021, 1:31
Sanderson: Sale comeback would've been 'daylight robbery'
Curtis’ miss meant Gloucester held on for a 33-32 success in the Gallagher Premiership after they led 33-15 with only five minut…
PA
09 Oct 2021, 23:13
'We've spent millions to achieve nothing': Discontent over London Irish swelling
London Irish haven't won a game yet this season, losing three and drawing one, continuing a 10-game winless streak extending back …
Sam Smith
09 Oct 2021, 22:32
'I haven't looked at the league table': Borthwick after Leicester's undefeated start
Leicester Tigers have enjoyed their best start to the season in more than 20 years after beating London Irish – but head coach S…
PA
09 Oct 2021, 15:39
McCall hails discarded England trio as Richards claims Farrell 'in ref's ear'
Mark McCall praised his trio of discarded England forwards after they inspired Saracens to a bonus-point 37-23 victory over Newcas…
PA
09 Oct 2021, 10:16
George Ford kicks Leicester Tigers back to the top of the Prem
An impressive second-half kicking performance from George Ford maintained Leicester Tigers’ 100 per cent Gallagher Premiership r…
PA
09 Oct 2021, 9:53
A remarkable late Sale fightback comes up just short at Gloucester
An understrength Sale looked down and out as they trailed Gloucester 33-15 with just over five minutes left but they scored three …
PA
09 Oct 2021, 9:46
Jamie George and Mako Vunipola send message as Saracens beat Newcastle
Jamie George and Mako Vunipola overcame their recent snubs by England to produce the decisive tries in a 37-23 Gallagher Premiersh…
PA
09 Oct 2021, 9:36
Exeter back in the groove with 5-try win over disjointed Worcester
Exeter moved into the top half of the table with a 5-try victory over disjointed Worcester, who were spared a first Premiership wh…
PA
09 Oct 2021, 9:26
'Very efficient refereeing' saves Sean Maitland from a red card
Scotland international Sean Maitland was just eight minutes into his first Saracens game of the season when he got into high-tackl…
Liam Heagney
09 Oct 2021, 7:51
'I don't think there's a row': Baxter disputes fight with agents
A row has seemingly developed between agents and Premiership clubs over fees but Exeter boss Rob Baxter doesn't see what the fuss …
Liam Heagney
09 Oct 2021, 4:37
'Clearly the scoreline is a massive surprise… I wasn't expecting it'
Harlequins matchwinners Marcus Smith and Alex Dombrandt were acclaimed by senior coach Tabai Matson after inspiring another thrill…
PA
09 Oct 2021, 1:45
'It's that going to war mindset': Worcester hit out at complacency
Despite just one on-field win in the Premiership since last November, Worcester incredibly felt affected by some complacency last …
Liam Heagney
09 Oct 2021, 1:02
Players will leave English rugby over clubs versus agents row - Andy Goode
Just when you think we can concentrate on the positive action on the pitch, scandal and acrimony off the pitch always seem to rear…
Opinion
Andy Goode
09 Oct 2021, 0:22
Harlequins pull off another stunning comeback victory over Bristol
Marcus Smith stepped off the bench to inspire Harlequins to another remarkable comeback victory over Bristol as the Gallagher Prem…
PA
08 Oct 2021, 14:48
'Not afraid to question things': Exeter bring back all their Lions
Having nailed a first win of the season with Stuart Hogg back last Sunday, Exeter have now included all their remaining Lions for …
Liam Heagney
08 Oct 2021, 6:08
Mike Brown set for Newcastle debut, Saracens call in Mako Vunipola
Mike Brown has recovered from injury for a Newcastle Premiership debut where he will face a Saracens side that includes Mako Vunip…
Liam Heagney
08 Oct 2021, 4:31
Gloucester and Worcester welcome back Lions contingent
Both Gloucester and Worcester Warriors have welcomed back their British & Irish Lions stars for their respective Gallagher Premier…
Kim Ekin
08 Oct 2021, 4:21
Rory Sutherland: From depression and a wheelchair to going on Lions
The Rory Sutherland journey to the Lions was incredibly arduous with career-threatening injury, depression and a certain Richard C…
Liam Heagney
08 Oct 2021, 1:19
Saracens issue 'foolish' warning to England over axed players
The Vunipola brothers and Jamie George were excluded from England's recent training squad and Saracens are now fighting their corn…
Liam Heagney
07 Oct 2021, 11:33
'That's a compliment': Why rookie Irish lock impressed Eddie Jones
Chunya Munga return from his first England involvement uncapped and injured, but the London Irish rookie had the ear of Eddie Jone…
Liam Heagney
07 Oct 2021, 11:15
'Yeah, you made two kicks mate. That one and your ****ing last one'
When secondrows dare kick, it's typically met with ironic cheers from the crowd as it's implicitly understood that it's an area of…
Ian Cameron
07 Oct 2021, 9:21
Red-carded van Rensburg is off to tackle school after his ban
Sale midfielder Rohan Janse van Rensburg has been banned and is off to tackle school following his red-carded incident last Sunday…
Liam Heagney
07 Oct 2021, 6:52
'Are you having a laugh?': Penny cops ban for Newcastle red card
Dean Richards vehemently backed Tom Penny after his red card last Saturday but that support hasn't saved the Newcastle player from…
Liam Heagney
07 Oct 2021, 6:16
Lions pick Smith makes Harlequins bench for rematch with Bristol
Fresh from his mid-tour Lions call-up, Marcus Smith has been chosen on the Harlequins bench for Friday's Premiership clash with Br…
Liam Heagney
07 Oct 2021, 4:34
Bristol's big hope for Radradra 'because of the way he is built'
Semi Radradra may be back on the long-term unavailable list at Bristol, but it won't distract Pat Lam from his long-term vision fo…
Chris Jones
07 Oct 2021, 2:14
On this day: Wasps given go-ahead for 30m takeover of Coventry stadium
Coventry City Council voted unanimously to accept a proposal from the rugby union Premiership club to secure the future of the tro…
PA
07 Oct 2021, 1:47
'A golden period...': Exeter's post-Lions view of new dad Simmonds
Rob Baxter has the latest on Sam Simmonds, who jumped from club rugby with Exeter into the Lions despite not playing for England s…
Liam Heagney
07 Oct 2021, 1:29
'It will rile him for a long time': Exeter revisit Dave Ewers ban
Dave Ewers was back in the Exeter jersey last Sunday for the first time since a summer ban, something Rob Baxter still has plenty …
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2021, 12:12
Sale issue Tuilagi warning: 'If he gets another serious injury...'
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has warned that England midfielder Manu Tuilagi could be just one more big injury away from the end of hi…
PA
06 Oct 2021, 11:30
'Astonishing a player gets 3-game ban for getting kicked in neck'
Worcester boss Jonathan Thomas has taken issue with the World Rugby tip tackle framework following a three-game ban for Ted Hill.
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2021, 11:02
London Irish sign prop Parker and give recent trial winger a deal
Well-travelled tighthead Ciaran Parker has left Jersey for London Irish, who have also given a deal to a recent trialist at the cl…
Sam Smith
06 Oct 2021, 8:45
Leicester's Dan Kelly pays price for late hit on Saracens' Davies
Leicester midfielder Dan Kelly was cited in the aftermath of last Saturday's thrilling finale to their Premiership win over Sarace…
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2021, 7:58
England prospect Ted Hill has been banned following his red card
England prospect Ted Hill, the Worcester skipper, has learned his fate following the first red card of the 22-year-old's career.
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2021, 7:16
Exeter rate Hogg's return: 'Life isn't always about looking back'
It was 16 weeks ago when Stuart Hogg paid a heavy selection price versus Sale but he was finally an Exeter starter against last we…
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2021, 4:56
Ex-Saracens lock Dominic Day comes out of retirement in Ireland
It was 2019 when Dominic Day quit playing instead of switching to the MLR, but it has now emerged he is playing AIL in Ireland wit…
Liam Heagney
06 Oct 2021, 0:46
'One of the best': Why Paddy Jackson is in Irish leadership group
London Irish were recently criticised for having Paddy Jackson in a leadership role, but Nick Phipps explains the No10's value to …
Liam Heagney
05 Oct 2021, 10:51
Kevin Sinfield's impact at Leicester: 'What really stands out...'
League legend Kevin Sinfield crossed codes in the off-season and his impact at Leicester has been immediate judging by their openi…
Chris Jones
05 Oct 2021, 9:16
How Saracens' players reacted to takeover when Wray addressed them
It was last Friday when owner Nigel Wray summoned Mark McCall and his Saracens players to a meeting about the Premiership club's f…
Liam Heagney
05 Oct 2021, 8:06
'The most sellable club': The Rugby Pod on the Saracens takeover
With a consortium now in charge at Saracens, The Rugby Pod runs the rule over the £32million takeover and whether it is good for …
Liam Heagney
05 Oct 2021, 2:47
The evolution of counter-attacking
Is the counterattack as we knew it dead, or does elite rugby still have a place for hot-stepping David Duckham-esque bursts?
LONG READ
Will Owen
05 Oct 2021, 0:49
Ref watch: Deano is wide of the mark on both counts
Despite Newcastle grabbing a late win over Wasps in Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership clash, their Director of Rugby Dean Richard…
Paul Smith
04 Oct 2021, 8:37
Tiger kings back on their throne
The domestic season is in full swing and Leicester Tigers are leading the way, while the South African franchises continue struggl…
LONG READ
Garry Doyle
04 Oct 2021, 4:56
Joe Marler slams Ian McGeechan column praising Saracens owner Nigel Wray
Harlequins and England prop Joe Marler has started another storm with a typically to-the-point response to a Daily Telegraph artic…
Paul Smith
04 Oct 2021, 3:42
Rob Baxter's brutally objective review of Henry Slade's performance
Exeter Chiefs’ director of rugby Rob Baxter felt their first-half performance laid the platform for a much-needed first Premiers…
PA
04 Oct 2021, 2:04
Baxter's new season message for Hogg after Prem final snub
Exeter Chiefs Director of Rugby Rob Baxter says he can't wait to see British & Irish Lions star Stuart Hogg back on the field at S…
Ian Cameron
03 Oct 2021, 5:13
The vax red tape that has recently sidelined Sale's Raffi Quirke
Raffi Quirke was electric at the start of the new Premiership season, but the 20-year-old England call-up has missed the last two …
Liam Heagney
03 Oct 2021, 4:00
'Tom is distraught' - Richards furious at RFU over ref appointment
Newcastle Falcons boss Dean Richards has criticised the Rugby Football Union’s refereeing department for appointing Anthony Wood…
Chris Jones
03 Oct 2021, 2:16
'I don't feel the need to go into a war of words with the club'
Paul Gustard is soaking up life in Italy, telling RugbyPass his Harlequins stint wasn't a failure and outlining his high hopes for…
Interview
Liam Heagney
03 Oct 2021, 1:00
Dan Biggar kicks Northampton to their third win in as many games
Dan Biggar kicked Northampton to their third win from as many Premiership games this season as they edged London Irish 23-21.
PA
02 Oct 2021, 10:18
Chris Boyd apologises to Declan Kidney following Saints win
Chris Boyd apologised to London Irish director of rugby Declan Kidney after Northampton escaped with a 23-21 win over the Exiles t…
PA
02 Oct 2021, 10:10
Breathtaking last-gasp Chick try for 14-man Newcastle stings Wasps
A breathtaking last-gasp try from boyhood Newcastle fan Callum Chick gave 14-man Falcons a dramatic 18-14 win over Wasps at Kingst…
PA
02 Oct 2021, 10:01
A clock-in-the-red Leicester penalty try leaves Saracens fuming
Leicester maintained their lead at the top of the Gallagher Premiership with a dramatic 13-12 stoppage-time victory over Saracens.
PA
02 Oct 2021, 9:42
New signing Hastings steers Gloucester to victory as Ted Hill sent off
Adam Hastings scored 16 points as Gloucester secured their first league win of the season with a 31-23 victory at Sixways over Wor…
PA
02 Oct 2021, 9:40
Saracens agree to a £32million takeover that sees Wray step back
The long-serving Saracens owner Nigel Wray has agreed to a takeover at the Premiership club by a consortium that includes Francois…
Liam Heagney
02 Oct 2021, 2:18
'Daylight robbery' - England centre miffed after third Bath loss on trot
Bath centre Jonathan Joseph has voiced his discontent following his side's third loss on the trot, which came despite the West Cou…
Ian Cameron
02 Oct 2021, 2:14
Sean Robinson: Newcastle's line-out physicist
Sean Robinson never thought he would use his physics degree, love for problem-solving and mathematical aptitude to decipher Gallag…
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
01 Oct 2021, 23:39
Semi Radradra news overshadows Bristol Bears' win
Bristol have been dealt a major injury setback with their star centre Semi Radradra being ruled out for an anticipated four months…
PA
01 Oct 2021, 15:43
Bristol Bears hunt down first win of the season
Bristol condemned west country rivals Bath to a third successive Gallagher Premiership defeat of the season as they triumphed.
PA
01 Oct 2021, 14:14
'A lot goes through your head' - England flanker admits fitness battle woes
Wasps forward continuing on the comeback trail.
PA
01 Oct 2021, 6:37
Freddie Burns handed first start back at Leicester but not at No10
Freddie Burns rejoined Leicester to give George Ford competition at out-half but he will make his first start in a very different …
Liam Heagney
01 Oct 2021, 5:54
6 more Lions players - including Farrell - make Premiership return
The Lions tour ended on August 7 and eight tourists, including England skipper Owen Farrell, will now play in the Premiership this…
Liam Heagney
01 Oct 2021, 4:54
If it ain't broke, don't fix it
Rugby is on a sticky wicket if the World 12s want to emulate cricket’s IPL
Owain Jones
01 Oct 2021, 3:11
The new rules opinions that have 'baffled' Exeter boss Rob Baxter
Defeats in the opening rounds of the new Premiership season have prompted opinions about Exeter that Rob Baxter disagrees with.
Liam Heagney
30 Sep 2021, 9:08
The Saracens verdict on how the Simpson loan deal is working out
A ban for new signing Ivan van Zyl forced Saracens to seek cover and they managed to secure Joe Simpson from Gloucester for a mont…
Liam Heagney
30 Sep 2021, 9:07
Bristol Bears' Kyle Sinckler first Lion to return
Kyle Sinckler is back in the Bristol team for Friday’s West Country derby against Bath. The prop will be the first of the player…
PA
30 Sep 2021, 5:27
'Disrespectful and archaic' - Marler slams guest's comments about women refs
England prop Joe Marler has hit out at his own radio guest over his response to a question over women's refereeing, branding the f…
Ian Cameron
30 Sep 2021, 4:17
How Baxter and Hogg have moved on from the Scot's Prem final axing
Stuart Hogg, the starting full-back for two Lions Tests, suffered a shock end to last season at Exeter by dropping to Rob Baxter's…
Liam Heagney
30 Sep 2021, 3:14
Sale reckon Solomona return is 'one of our proudest achievements'
Denny Solomona finally made it back into the Sale team last Sunday after a seven-month absence, a return that left Alex Sanderson …
Liam Heagney
29 Sep 2021, 11:24
'Sensible conversation': When Saracens expect their Lions to play
Saracens boss Mark McCall has been talking about when exactly his five-strong Lions contingent might return to action in the Premi…
Liam Heagney
29 Sep 2021, 7:47
'Wholly disproportionate sanction': Shields learns red card fate
Brad Shields was shown the first red card of his career last Saturday and the Wasps back-rower has now learned his disciplinary pa…
Liam Heagney
29 Sep 2021, 5:46
'What is hurting us the most...': Why Bristol are bottom of Prem
Just over 3 months after Bristol reached the Premiership play-offs for a second season running, they find themselves propping up t…
PA
29 Sep 2021, 3:02
'Robinson was very similar': Radwan can become the new Billy Whizz
Jason Robinson lit up England in the 2000s with his pace and there are now high hopes emerging Newcastle star Adam Radwan can do t…
Chris Jones
29 Sep 2021, 2:40
Wasps confirm extent of Fekitoa injury and it's bad news for Tonga
Malakai Fekitoa was set to represent Tonga against Scotland and England but Wasps have now confirmed the ex-All Blacks centre is r…
Chris Jones
28 Sep 2021, 7:25
'I'll just give you the facts...': The 20-minute Worcester headache
Worcester have targeted multiple parts of their set-up for improvement in the 2021/22 Premiership and how they finish out matches …
Liam Heagney
28 Sep 2021, 1:18
'You probably have to look a bit harder now but I'm sure the dark arts are still there'
Winning your first England cap at 32 is unthinkable in the professional era – indeed most Premiership players are now thinking o…
Interview
Paul Smith
27 Sep 2021, 9:19
Gloucester sign Kiwi hooker Moulds on short-term contract
Gloucester have confirmed the signing of Matt Moulds to the Cherry and Whites on a short-term contract.
Sam Smith
27 Sep 2021, 8:25
Four examples of the 50:22 in action from the Prem, URC and Top14
The new 50:22 Law variation which is now on global trial across all of rugby union's major leagues is starting to be deployed by p…
Ian Cameron
27 Sep 2021, 6:20
English rugby reacts as Sara Cox makes history
Sara Cox is no stranger to making history during her remarkable rise through the rugby refereeing ranks.
Paul Smith
27 Sep 2021, 4:59
'Tactically, maybe we should have got the ball into his hands a bit more'
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson was frustrated at the Sharks’ failure to capitalise on a vintage performance by Manu Tuila…
PA
26 Sep 2021, 10:24
Sale Sharks scuff lead as London Irish fight back in Brentford
Sale surrendered a comfortable lead inspired by Manu Tuilagi as London Irish fought back to force a 31-31 draw in a pulsating Gall…
PA
26 Sep 2021, 9:11
How at 19, Manny Iyogun made transition from 105kg loosie to 115kg loosehead
It's now a year since Emmanuel Iyogun, the back-row-cum-prop, jumped off the deep end to ensure Northampton didn't have to forfeit…
Interview
Liam Heagney
26 Sep 2021, 2:23
'I have to feel for Rob' - Boyd expresses sympathy for Exeter counterpart
Northampton Director of Rugby Chris Boyd expressed sympathy for his Exeter counterpart Rob Baxter as Saints won 26-24 at Sandy Par…
PA
26 Sep 2021, 0:46
'It will be interesting to see if Eddie thinks he's an international calibre winger'
Louis Lynagh faces a decisive autumn in his quest to win his first England cap, according to Harlequins boss Tabai Matson.
PA
25 Sep 2021, 10:35
Exeter's rotten start to the season continues thanks to last gasp penalty
George Furbank kicked a last-minute penalty to send last season’s runners-up Exeter to a second defeat in the opening two weeks …
PA
25 Sep 2021, 10:21
Former Saracen stars as Wasps destroy Bristol Bears
Wasps kicked off their Gallagher Premiership campaign with a thumping victory.
PA
25 Sep 2021, 9:44
England call-ups shine but giant Bok leads Quins to Worcester win
England prospects Louis Lynagh and Alex Dombrandt scored tries in front of Eddie Jones but it was Harlequins’ scrum and a South …
PA
25 Sep 2021, 9:36
England star Willis admits losing temper with ref in off-field meeting
England back row Jack Willis admits that he lost his temper with a Premiership referee over his frustrations around the 'croc roll…
Ian Cameron
25 Sep 2021, 3:44
George Ford responds to England omission by guiding Leicester to Kingsholm win
George Ford delivered a winning response to his England training squad omission as Leicester beat Gallagher Premiership opponents …
PA
25 Sep 2021, 1:17
'Awesome character': The new recruits impressing most at Worcester
No Premiership club had an off-season turnover in players like Worcester and Jonathan Thomas has named his most impressive newcome…
Liam Heagney
24 Sep 2021, 10:48
Prem statement: Sara Cox appointment is 'not about gender'
Premiership Rugby have said that the appointment of Sara Cox - who will become the first woman to referee a Premiership game this …
Kim Ekin
24 Sep 2021, 8:34
'Did Martin Johnson really just say that? Was he serious?'- Max's Book Club
The latest instalment of Max's Book Club on RugbyPass Offload takes us to a player's bizarre encounter with Martin Johnson in his …
Josh Raisey
24 Sep 2021, 8:33
'The cuts are brutal. It's crazy. You have boys getting skin grafts'
Exeter Chiefs winger Jack Nowell has added his voice to the growing list of players that have voiced their concern around 4G pitch…
Ian Cameron
24 Sep 2021, 5:08
'The likes of Ted Hill, Ollie Lawrence, these boys are specimens'
Scott Baldwin could have continued at title-winning Harlequins but there were three reasons why he couldn't turn down the Worceste…
Liam Heagney
24 Sep 2021, 2:59
What the England captaincy has done for Ludlow back at Gloucester
Lewis Ludlow, who became only the fifth player to ever captain England on debut last July, is now back leading Gloucester in the P…
Liam Heagney
24 Sep 2021, 2:01
Prem rival on Ford axe: 'Impressive bloke, knows rugby inside out'
George Ford, the long-serving England out-half, was kicked in the guts with Tuesday's axing but one Prem rival is still singing hi…
Liam Heagney
24 Sep 2021, 1:15
The curious Irish verdict on All Black Naholo's injury-hit stint
On the surface, it seems like London Irish wasted a huge pile of money on ex-All Black Waisake Naholo but they don't feel that way…
Liam Heagney
23 Sep 2021, 12:00
'I've never met David': Irish boss Kidney's startling IRFU claim
IRFU boss David Nucifora has never talked to ex-Ireland coach Declan Kidney, who has been in charge at London Irish since March 20…
Liam Heagney
23 Sep 2021, 11:22
Giant Bok centre Esterhuizen recommits to Quins
Andre ‘The Giant’ Esterhuizen has re-signed with the reigning Gallagher Premiership champions Harlequins, the club have confir…
Kim Ekin
23 Sep 2021, 9:34
Malins set for 1st Saracens run since Bristol loan, England injury
Nearly 12 weeks after injury with England, Max Malins is set for his first run back at Saracens following his loan year with Brist…
Liam Heagney
23 Sep 2021, 8:17
'You wouldn't see him in the middle of a dance circle like a Faf'
The 20-year-old Raffi Quirke became one of eight uncapped players picked in the latest England squad after accelerated progress at…
Liam Heagney
23 Sep 2021, 5:00
'Bit insensitive': New Gloucester policy shuts down injury updates
Injuries are a talking point for fans but George Skivington has explained why Gloucester have made it a policy to no longer give u…
Liam Heagney
23 Sep 2021, 3:25
'No fluff': Why England picked Atkinson, an uncapped 31-year-old
The July capping of Josh McNally showed England have an interest in unheralded 30-somethings and Mark Atkinson is the latest 'old'…
Liam Heagney
22 Sep 2021, 12:04
'A long time coming': The Harlequins view on being part of history
Next Saturday's Harlequins match will be overseen by Sara Cox, who will become the first woman to referee a Premiership game.
PA
22 Sep 2021, 11:27
Huge blow for Newcastle as England back-rower Wilson has surgery
Back-rower Mark Wilson was excluded from the England squad announced on Tuesday and Newcastle boss Dean Richards has explained why…
Chris Jones
22 Sep 2021, 11:02
How a Sale pal's query sparked England recall Tuilagi to lose 6kgs
Recalled England midfielder Manu Tuilagi has been speaking about the weight loss drive he embarked on at Sale during the pre-seaso…
Liam Heagney
22 Sep 2021, 9:39
Bath explain the Cokanasiga England absence, update Spencer injury
Joe Cokanasiga lit up Twickenham last July on his long-awaited England return but the winger is now named in a medical bulletin by…
Liam Heagney
22 Sep 2021, 4:08
Wasps weigh up prospect of losing talisman Fekitoa for Tonga games
Ex-All Blacks midfielder Malakai Fekitoa is now eligible for Tonga and Wasps have explained what this allegiance switch means for …
Chris Jones
22 Sep 2021, 2:16
'Just hugged him': Worcester respond to 'Ashton wants out' rumour
The name of Chris Ashton cropped up on this week's The Rugby Pod and Worcester boss Jonathan Thomas has quickly responded to the r…
Liam Heagney
21 Sep 2021, 8:50
Joe Marler calls for 4G pitch ban
Joe Marler has reignited the debate surrounding artificial pitches following Harlequins’ season opener at Newcastle.
Paul Smith
20 Sep 2021, 3:15
Gallagher Premiership highlights move from Channel 5
British-based fans of the Gallagher Premiership will no longer be able to watch highlights of the previous weekend’s action on t…
Paul Smith
20 Sep 2021, 1:44
Italian star impresses Harlequins Tabai Matson on debut
Harlequins director of rugby Billy Millard was impressed by Tommy Allan’s debut performance as the fly-half filled Marcus Smithâ…
PA
20 Sep 2021, 0:20
Son of former Wallaby continues try-scoring streak in Premiership opener
Australian flyer Louis Lynagh has carried on where he left off at the end of Harlequins' victorious season, scoring two tries for …
AAP
19 Sep 2021, 17:14
Harlequins just about get title defence off to winning start
Harlequins made a winning start to their Gallagher Premiership title defence as an enthralling game at Kingston Park saw them edge…
PA
19 Sep 2021, 10:06
'I watch him on the training field and he's sharp' - Borthwick lauds Ford
Leicester boss Steve Borthwick acclaimed George Ford after watching the England fly-half steer the Tigers to their first Gallagher…
PA
19 Sep 2021, 5:47
'I was, 'Why me, why does this keep happening to me?' It was pretty tough'
Injuries blighted the time Nathan Earle spent at Harlequins but the one-time England prospect is feeling upbeat after switching to…
Interview
Liam Heagney
19 Sep 2021, 3:00
'My heart rate was horrendous... I was thinking 'How has it come to this?!'
Alex Sanderson admitted his team had put him through the wringer after Sale rode their luck late on in a 20-19 victory over Bath i…
PA
19 Sep 2021, 2:16
Jonny May on his Lions snub, England and racing Rees-Zammit in training
Not getting picked by the Lions was a blow but it shouldn't be seen as the beginning of the end for resolute England veteran Jonny…
Interview
Liam Heagney
19 Sep 2021, 1:22
Sale survive stirring Bath comeback after last-gasp penalty miss
Orlando Bailey missed the chance to be the hero for Bath as their comeback attempt away to Sale Sharks fell just short.
PA
18 Sep 2021, 15:01
Jonathan Thomas hails impact of England star on Worcester debut
Worcester head coach Jonathan Thomas saluted an “exceptional†performance by scrum-half recruit Willi Heinz after the Warriors…
PA
18 Sep 2021, 10:19
Heinz leads charge as revamped Worcester blitz Irish for rare win
Not since last November had Worcester won a Premiership match on the pitch but they scuttled London Irish in round one of the 2021…
PA
18 Sep 2021, 9:25
Leicester Tigers claim statement win over Exeter at raucous Welford Road
Leicester registered their first Gallagher Premiership victory over Exeter for four years as Ellis Genge’s reign as club captain…
PA
18 Sep 2021, 9:23
Northampton Saints put injury ravaged Gloucester to sword
Northampton got their Premiership season off to a winning start over an injury-ravaged Gloucester in a lively game at Franklin’s…
PA
18 Sep 2021, 9:15
Saracens stun Bristol with blistering victory on return to Premiership
Saracens recorded a stunning victory on their return to the Gallagher Premiership as they demolished Bristol 26-9 at Ashton Gate.
PA
17 Sep 2021, 14:05
All eyes on Saracens but Quins will miss out on top four - Andy Goode
All eyes will be on the return of Saracens as the new Premiership season kicks off this weekend but I think it’s the reigning ch…
Andy Goode
17 Sep 2021, 8:11
Nowell, Slade and Devoto start as Exeter look to 'put to bed' disappointment
Exeter Chiefs have named a side with more than a sprinkling of stardust as Rob Baxter's men look to 'put to bed' the disappointmen…
Ian Cameron
17 Sep 2021, 6:42
Robbed: Mike Brown won't debut for Newcastle versus Harlequins
The hype about ex-England back Mike Brown making his debut for Newcastle versus his old club Harlequins in the Premiership has bee…
Liam Heagney
17 Sep 2021, 5:44
Cipriani to start for Bath in season opener
Former England star Danny Cipriani is set to make his Bath bow in their season opener against Sale Sharks.
Ian Cameron
17 Sep 2021, 4:26
'People ask about my time at Bath, I f**king hated it. It was s**t'
It was May 2020 when Freddie Burns originally unloaded on Bath and the new Leicester signing has now doubled down on his criticism…
Liam Heagney
17 Sep 2021, 3:45
Ellis Genge: 'I'm not perfect by any measure, I promise you that'
Ellis Genge getting the captaincy at Leicester is a development to watch as even he admits he will be making mistakes in the role …
Liam Heagney
17 Sep 2021, 3:01
'Two good men': Bristol's verdict on loanees now back at Saracens
Ben Earl and Max Malins made 28 Premiership appearances between them on loan at Bristol, who host Saracens in Friday's new season …
Liam Heagney
17 Sep 2021, 2:20
'They can be very vulnerable with him': Saracens on new Clark role
Calum Clark has hung up the boots after four seasons at Saracens but he has stayed on at the club in a new role championed by Mark…
Liam Heagney
17 Sep 2021, 1:17
'I feel uncomfortable with the amount of attention some of these younger guys get'
Wasps boss Lee Blackett is wary of the scrutiny on younger players as two of his England prospects start their rehabilitation foll…
PA
16 Sep 2021, 11:24
Mark McCall on Saracens' first game 'at this level for 12 months'
Saracens approach their return to the Gallagher Premiership with cautious optimism despite a tough opening assignment against Bris…
PA
16 Sep 2021, 7:51
Lozowski, Earl and Vunipola named in Saracens team for Prem opener
Saracens have named a team rich in players returning from loan spells as they take on the Bristol Bears at Ashton Gate in their Ga…
Kim Ekin
16 Sep 2021, 4:32
'An absolute nightmare...I wouldn't welcome it' - Richards pans RWC rethink
England great Dean Richards has branded plans to stage the Rugby World Cup every two years an “absolute nightmare†for the Gal…
Interview
Chris Jones
16 Sep 2021, 1:16
'Soft underbelly': What new boss Matson used think of Harlequins
New Harlequins boss Tabai Matson has admitted he had a very unflattering of the London club when working as Bath head coach.
Liam Heagney
15 Sep 2021, 11:03
'An opportunity I couldn't turn down': Wasps sign MLR's de Chaves
With Wasps only opening their new Premiership season in round two, new signing Sebastian de Chaves has some leeway to get up to sp…
Sam Smith
15 Sep 2021, 8:48
The 'no issue' Exeter outlook as Prem title rivals Saracens return
Exeter and Saracens have become fierce title rivals and they will lock horns again in this year's Premiership after the London clu…
PA
15 Sep 2021, 4:51
'At Wasps, I hated playing against Saracens for those reasons'
Alex Lozowski is back in Saracens after a year in France and has quickly noticed the Londoners are still as universally disliked a…
Liam Heagney
15 Sep 2021, 4:20
'Whole organisation knows it': What Bristol won't accept in 21/22
Pat Lam has spelt out the bottom line at Bristol as they prepare to open the new 2021/22 Premiership season this Friday at Ashton …
Liam Heagney
14 Sep 2021, 11:44
'I like having a bit of a changing room flare up before the game'
Recently appointed as new Leicester skipper, Ellis Genge has been talking about his captaincy style and what to expect from him as…
Liam Heagney
14 Sep 2021, 11:18
How 'fit as I've seen him' Vunipola has put Lions snub to good use
It's 19 weeks since Billy Vunipola was overlooked for Lions tour selection and he has seemingly put his pre-season to good use at …
Liam Heagney
14 Sep 2021, 4:21
Nick Mullins' Premiership preview - part three Sale to Worcester
Sale's progress under Alex Sanderson during the second half of last season probably didn’t catch any of us by surprise but was n…
Paul Smith
13 Sep 2021, 9:30
English pro rugby union to relax COVID-19 constraints
Social distancing and mask wearing will become optional at English rugby’s professional clubs when 85 per cent of their players …
Paul Smith
13 Sep 2021, 9:26
Mike Brown - future Premiership sporting director?
Mike Brown, who launches his new Premiership career with Newcastle Falcons on Sunday against former club Harlequins, is starting …
Exclusive
Chris Jones
13 Sep 2021, 8:03
Nick Mullins' Premiership preview - part two Leicester to Northampton
Nick Mullins is ideally placed to assess the hopes of the 13 teams for whom the road to Twickenham next June gets underway this we…
Paul Smith
13 Sep 2021, 7:24
Hugely experienced scrum half flies into Saracens
Experienced scrum half Joe Simpson is joining Saracens on a month-long loan deal.
Paul Smith
13 Sep 2021, 6:58
Nick Mullins' Premiership preview - part one Bath to Harlequins
BT Sport’s Nick Mullins has over the last decade become the instantly recognisable voice of rugby union in the British Isles.
Paul Smith
13 Sep 2021, 3:58
'To get a third crack at it, I didn't want to waste it'
The sight of 31-year-old Bath lock Josh McNally making his England debut in July was incredibly heart-warming given his remarkable…
Interview
Liam Heagney
12 Sep 2021, 9:03
'There is nothing in my bones that wants to beat Saracens more'
Alex Sanderson learned the coaching ropes at Saracens under Mark McCall but he is relishing taking them on with Sale as a director…
Liam Heagney
12 Sep 2021, 8:25
'Those guys have had a little taste and haven't really kicked on'
Northampton boss Chris Boyd wants his international fringe contingent to raise the bar and prove they can fit in long term at that…
Liam Heagney
12 Sep 2021, 8:11
Jimmy Gopperth and George Kruis assess what the law changes will mean
The impact of the goal-line drop-out and 50:22 on the Gallagher Premiership are yet to be seen – but two of the competition’s …
Analysis
Paul Smith
12 Sep 2021, 5:00
Danny Cipriani - is this the farewell Gallagher Premiership tour?
Danny Cipriani begins the season with his fourth Gallagher Premiership club when Bath travel to former employers Sale next Saturda…
Paul Smith
12 Sep 2021, 4:16
Exiled Lions star hopes for Premiership and England return
England 2019 World Cup final starter George Kruis has told RugbyPass that ‘the most likely scenario’ will see him return to th…
Exclusive
Paul Smith
12 Sep 2021, 1:03
'Tough, hard-working': Leicester sign Cowan-Dickie's older brother
An international call-up and an injury at hooker have resulted in Leicester signing Tom Cowan-Dickie for the new Premiership seaso…
Sam Smith
11 Sep 2021, 6:33
'Our Lions players aren't going to be available for a good chunk'
Having served their time for salary cap breaches, Saracens are back in the Premiership after making light work of England's second…
PA
11 Sep 2021, 5:43
'We're building a mind gym': Sanderson's mental Sale pre-season
The pre-season at Sale with Alex Sanderson in charge for his first summer has been full of intrigue, including construction of a m…
Liam Heagney
11 Sep 2021, 5:01
'Maybe there was a sense of complacency': Candid Slade post-mortem
Henry Slade and Exeter arrived at Twickenham in June as strong favourites to lift their third league crown only for Harlequins to …
PA
11 Sep 2021, 1:40
Paddy Jackson set to play in Ireland for first time since May 2017
Not since May 2017 has controversial ex-Ulster No10 Paddy Jackson played a match in Ireland but that changes this Friday with Lond…
Liam Heagney
10 Sep 2021, 3:40
The 5 players tipped to light up new English Premiership season
With the new Premiership rugby season starting next weekend, here are 5 individuals who will surely be heavily talked about in 202…
PA
10 Sep 2021, 2:56
Ex-Springboks No9 cops a ban following red card on Saracens debut
Ex-Springboks scrum-half Ivan van Zyl last month claimed he was living the dream at Saracens but his club debut didn't go to plan.…
Liam Heagney
09 Sep 2021, 6:49
Twitter erupts after Irish keep Paddy Jackson in leadership role
This week's decision by London Irish to keep Paddy Jackson in a leadership role at the club has resulted in a fiery online debate.…
Liam Heagney
09 Sep 2021, 5:19
Northampton give Biggar update nearly 5 weeks after Lions injury
It was August 7 when Northampton out-half Dan Biggar limped out of the Lions Test series decider in Cape Town with a shin injury. …
Liam Heagney
09 Sep 2021, 2:17
The new season player ins and outs at all 13 Premiership clubs
Recent Lions pick Duhan van der Merwe is among the stars coming to the 2021/22 Premiership where there is an extensive list of ins…
Liam Heagney
08 Sep 2021, 11:17
'The biggest thing that bothers me...': Exeter question World 12s
The World 12s concept was launched on Tuesday and Premiership boss Rob Baxter has now given the Exeter reaction to the cricket-lik…
PA
08 Sep 2021, 5:06
What Bath now expect from Danny Cipriani after his full pre-season
It was March when Bath signed Danny Cipriani and boss Stuart Hooper has now outlined his new-season expectations for the out-half.…
PA
08 Sep 2021, 4:43
Instead of leaving, Sale have now changed tack about the AJ Bell
A year ago, Sale had their hopes pinned on a future away from the AJ Bell but that thinking has now very much changed according to…
Sam Smith
08 Sep 2021, 3:12
'Exceptional': Wigglesworth takes on an added role at Leicester
Veteran Leicester scrum-half Richard Wigglesworth will perform a tracksuit role at Welford Road for the first time under Steve Bor…
Sam Smith
08 Sep 2021, 1:40
'Right thing for my health': Ma'asi quits after kidney transplant
Ex-England age-grade hooker Samson Ma’asi made 3 first-team Northampton appearances after signing his first pro deal for the 201…
Sam Smith
08 Sep 2021, 1:18
'You'd like to think guys running your pension fund are not daft!'
Toby Flood had held his farewell media conference as a player, the Newcastle talisman talking World 12s, Championship and concussi…
Chris Jones
07 Sep 2021, 6:21
England prop responds to French move rumours
Mako Vunipola has dismissed reports claiming he is lining up a bumper pay day by moving to the Top 14 after his current deal ends …
Exclusive
Chris Jones
06 Sep 2021, 10:38
Former England fly half calls time on distinguished career
Three-time Premiership winner and 2007 Rugby World Cup finalist Toby Flood has announced his retirement from professional rugby.
Paul Smith
06 Sep 2021, 7:25
England's Lions pair linked with French Top 14 moves
Midi Olympique today suggests that two England internationals who were also prominent members of the recent British & Irish Lions …
Paul Smith
06 Sep 2021, 5:36
Wasps boss Lee Blackett: 'The goal-line drop out is a game-changer'
Wasps boss Lee Blackett: 'The goal-line drop out is a game-changer'
Paul Smith
06 Sep 2021, 4:26
'My loyalty to Bath was between me and fans, not me and the club'
Retired England winger Matt Banahan has spoken about his brutal axing at Bath, the club where he played the bulk of his profession…
Ian Cameron
05 Sep 2021, 7:38
Care, Marler emotional as Mike Brown makes winning Newcastle debut
An Instagram message by new Newcastle signing Mike Brown prompted a slew of Harlequins replies, including one from an emotional Da…
Liam Heagney
04 Sep 2021, 3:31
Bath confirm the exit of Alex Gray, their American football gamble
It was last November when Stuart Hooper's Bath took a punt on NFL player Alex Gray but their relationship has ended after a single…
Liam Heagney
04 Sep 2021, 1:13
Jonathan Joseph staying but Bath could lose another international
England international Jonathan Joseph is staying at Bath this season but Fijian international centre Josh Matavesi could still be …
Chris Jones
03 Sep 2021, 7:52
All Blacks powerhouse Fifita to make Wasps bow this weekend
New All Blacks signing Vaea Fifita is set to make his bow for Wasps this weekend in a pre-season friendly against Coventry Rugby.
Sam Smith
03 Sep 2021, 4:54
Wasps change their young guns policy despite Atkinson breakthrough
Charlie Atkinson blazed a trail at Wasps after getting clobbered by Owen Farrell, but Lee Blackett has now changed tack with the c…
Liam Heagney
03 Sep 2021, 2:12
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