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'Over time if the competition is not an every-game-matters, it's not sustainable'
With no relegation this year, leaders Bristol have warned that all teams must keep trying their best or the Premiership loses cred…
'What he was willing to sacrifice in wages to stay here...': Sale shed light on why Manu Tuilagi was convinced to stay
Sale pulled off a coup on Monday when announcing that Manu Tuilagi will stay at the club for another two years, pleasing boss Alex…
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Liam Heagney
20 Apr 2021, 11:12
World Cup winner Naholo has made a secret comeback after nightmare 14 months out at Irish
Ex-All Blacks wing Waisake Naholo hasn't played Premiership for London Irish since February 2020 but he made a secret comeback rec…
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Chris Jones
20 Apr 2021, 9:58
Carl Fearns has joined Newcastle with immediate effect from the French Pro D2
It was 2015 when Carl Fearns left Bath for an adventure in France but he is now back in the Premiership at Newcastle after six yea…
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Sam Smith
20 Apr 2021, 8:57
Contract extensions agreed for 10 Saracens staff members, including long-serving boss McCall
Promotion-chasing Saracens have announced they are keeping faith in long-serving boss Mark McCall and nine other staff at the Lond…
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Sam Smith
20 Apr 2021, 8:28
Bristol issue update on injured trio Sheedy, Radradra and Randall
With Premiership champions Exeter due at Ashton Gate on Friday, Bristol have issued an injury update concerning three of their sta…
'That is why the football one has created a bit of a furore': Exeter wade into Super League debate and its relevance for rugby
With six Premier League football teams set to join a breakaway European league, Exeter boss Rob Baxter has given a rugby viewpoint…
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Liam Heagney
20 Apr 2021, 4:01
Which sides would make a 12-team European rugby union Super League?
The sporting headlines this weekend have been dominated by a highly controversial bid to launch a twelve-team European Super Leagu…
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Josh Raisey
19 Apr 2021, 10:02
Joe Marler's brilliant take on Adidas 'Impossible is Nothing' campaign
Joe Marler has provided his own spin on the current social media campaign launched by Adidas.
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Josh Raisey
19 Apr 2021, 8:12
'I think it's disgusting' - Mike Phillips ruthlessly trolls former adversary Mike Brown on Twitter
Former Wales scrum-half Mike Phillips has taken what appears to be a good-natured swipe at Harlequins fullback Mike Brown on Twitt…
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Ian Cameron
19 Apr 2021, 4:34
Harlequins sign up versatile back Nick David from Worcester Warriors
The versatile back came through the Worcester Warriors Academy and has represented the club 28 times to date.
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Sam Smith
19 Apr 2021, 4:16
John Afoa to move into coaching role with Bristol
Afoa will take over from Alasdair Dickinson ahead of the 2021/22 season and will carry out the role alongside his playing commitme…
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Ciarán Kennedy
19 Apr 2021, 3:35
Springbok prop backs 'destructive' Joe Marler for Lions tour to South Africa
Tighthead Wilco Louw has seen first hand the destructive power of Marler’s scrum work and tackling this season.
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Chris Jones
19 Apr 2021, 2:30
Manu Tuilagi signs new long-term deal with Sale Sharks
The 29-year-old England international joined Sale following his high-profile exit from Leicester Tigers last year.
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Ciarán Kennedy
19 Apr 2021, 1:59
Late Doncaster hits can't stop cool headed Owen Farrell - McCall
Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall saluted Owen Farrell after his return to action in a hefty 50-15 Greene King IPA Championsh…
Bath score late to extend home dominance over Leicester
Leicester were denied a first Gallagher Premiership success at the Recreation Ground for 10 years after Ben Spencer’s late conve…
Owen Farrell returns as Saracens put big score on Doncaster Knights
Owen Farrell returned to action for Saracens in their crushing 50-15 win at Greene King IPA Championship title rivals Doncaster Kn…
'Players were turning around and saying 'how has this guy got 50 caps for England? He's useless'.'
British and Irish Lions boss Warren Gatland has been reflecting on one of his most memorable signing while head coach of Wasps.
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Ian Cameron
18 Apr 2021, 7:18
'So impressed with how good an athlete he is': Why England recall Joe Marchant has thrived at Harlequins following Super Rugby loan
Joe Marchant spent half of 2020 in New Zealand with the Blues and Harlequins are now reaping the reward of that ambitious loan spe…
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Liam Heagney
18 Apr 2021, 2:00
The Scottish sheep farmer's son called 'Bomber' whose insider knowledge of Saracens is about to be tested
It's been quite the career for farm-reared Robin Hislop but the Doncaster Bomber won't face his old Saracens friends due to untime…
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Liam Heagney
18 Apr 2021, 1:14
England duo inspire Harlequins to dominant win over Worcester
Harlequins took advantage of excellent conditions and willing opponents to engineer a 50-26 victory over Worcester that returned t…
'The only other thing is to start fining the lads...': Sanderson fuming over Sale discipline
Sale boss Alex Sanderson was chuffed by his team's resilience on Saturday but he was fuming over yet another card, this time a red…
Wayne Barnes has a dig at himself on Twitter following Friday night's play-stopping gaffe at Northampton
Veteran referee Wayne Barnes unwittingly became London Irish's 16th man during one first-half incident at Northampton on Friday.
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Liam Heagney
17 Apr 2021, 8:17
Sale just about hold on against Gloucester after first-half Rob du Preez red card
Rob du Preez was sent off in the 26th minute with Sale leading Gloucester 12-5 through tries from Faf de Klerk and Arron Reed.
33 unanswered second-half points see Exeter impressively respond to European exit
Exeter consolidated second place behind runaway Premiership leaders Bristol with a convincing second-half flourish in their win ov…
'You get your head kicked in by a lot of angry Welshmen, especially having the accent I have'
As lockdown birthdays go, James Lang’s was a howler. The centre spent the first night of his 27th year chasing shadows around Th…
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Jamie Lyall
17 Apr 2021, 3:38
'I got on with the lads... but I never felt I played well enough to earn their respect'
Injuries have a habit of rearing their heads at the worst possible time for Cameron Redpath, but after his latest setback – a ne…
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Gavin Harper
17 Apr 2021, 1:57
'That is the eureka moment': What convinced Bristol to keep faith in their 30-something veterans
It's increasingly difficult in rugby to play on into your mid to late 30s but Bristol duo John Afoa and Dave Attwood are bucking t…
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Liam Heagney
17 Apr 2021, 1:19
'I quite like tired defences, it would be an interesting change in the laws'
With his props playing the full 80 in a recent European match, Wasps boss Lee Blackett has spoken about rugby reducing its eight-m…
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Liam Heagney
16 Apr 2021, 8:35
The dressing room message that got Bath over the line against Irish in Europe 12 days after losing to them in the Premiership
Bath needed a response coming up against Irish 12 days after losing to them in the Premiership and Stuart Hooper knew which button…
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Liam Heagney
16 Apr 2021, 8:30
'It's a little bit of science, a little bit of art': Why Bristol have never picked the same 23 week to week in the four-year Pat Lam era
Despite Bristol leading the Premiership, Pat Lam has revealed why he will always look to change his matchday 23 from one week to t…
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Liam Heagney
16 Apr 2021, 5:10
Eleven Test players named in stacked Saracens team for Doncaster
Owen Farrell has recovered from a calf problem to lead Saracens in their Greene King IPA Championship match against Doncaster at C…
Using players as pawns was Gatland's first 2021 Lions mistake - Andy Goode
Players shouldn’t be used as pawns and Warren Gatland’s comments about the Premiership this week smack of political posturing.
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Andy Goode
16 Apr 2021, 0:53
'Forget Jacob, this is just normal young kids': The Wasps view on Umaga's challenging second season
Young Tana Umaga enjoyed a stellar breakthrough year at Wasps but his second Premiership season hasn't been without its difficulti…
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Liam Heagney
15 Apr 2021, 9:41
'He's like a social glue player': Why Danny Care is back to his best aged 34 and winning individual awards with Harlequins
Such is the rich vein of form 34-year-old Danny Care is enjoying at Harlequins that he has been touted as a possible 2021 Lions to…
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Liam Heagney
15 Apr 2021, 4:14
'Ready to go': England winger Jack Nowell set to end his six-month Exeter absence
Jack Nowell hasn't played a match since Exeter defeated Wasps to win the Premiership title last October at Twickenham and clinch t…
Wasps lose assistant coach Costello to Munster five years after the Irish club sent him packing to England
It was 2016 when Munster told Ian Costello they were letting him go but he now goes back there after excelling at Wasps and Nottin…
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Sam Smith
14 Apr 2021, 4:39
Newcastle lock Darren Barry has joined Nick Abendanon's Vannes with immediate effect
Top 14 promotion-chasing Vannes have made their second signing from the Premiership this week, this time netting Darren Barry of N…
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Sam Smith
14 Apr 2021, 3:31
France-bound Trinder's posts parting message for Gloucester fans after 13 years at Kingsholm
Henry Trinder has been part of the furniture at Gloucester for a considerable time but he is now embarking on a new adventure in F…
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Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2021, 3:10
Former All Blacks playmaker Lima Sopoaga confirms move to Top 14 club Lyon
Former All Blacks playmaker Lima Sopoaga will leave Premiership club Wasps to join Top 14 outfit Lyon at the end of the season, th…
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Alex McLeod
13 Apr 2021, 15:51
Wasps address speculation linking Martin Gleeson to England and rumours concerning fellow assistants Everard and Munster target Costello
There have been rumours swirling around about Lee Blackett's staff at Wasps, including speculation that Martin Gleeson is wanted b…
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Liam Heagney
13 Apr 2021, 7:48
Club legend Trinder heading to France after 13 years with Gloucester
The 31-year-old made his Gloucester debut in 2008, and has scored 46 tries across 172 appearances for the club.
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Ciarán Kennedy
12 Apr 2021, 6:43
Former Scotland scrum coach and Italy international Massimo Cuttitta dies aged 54
Cuttitta lined out for Italy 70 times between 1990 and 2000 and also captained the Azzurri on 22 occasions.
Saracens issue update on Owen Farrell after star misses Bedford game with strained calf
Owen Farrell is expected to be fit for a pivotal fortnight in Saracens’ promotion push after missing Sunday’s 54-13 victory ov…
Itoje and Vunipola make try-scoring returns as Saracens thump Bedford
Maro Itoje and Billy Vunipola made try-scoring returns for Saracens in a 54-13 victory over Bedford at StoneX Stadium that unmaske…
'I tried to get my thrill by drinking, being stupid and getting outrageously drunk... it took its toll in terms of my mental state'
Premiership title winner Tom Stephenson grew so tired of his mental health and drinking demons that he quit playing at the age of …
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Liam Heagney
11 Apr 2021, 1:00
A six-day turnaround in knockout rugby is absolutely criminal - Andy Goode
The French sides are dominant in Europe this season but the fact that Sale are having to cross the Channel on a six-day turnaround…
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Andy Goode
10 Apr 2021, 0:28
Ex-England lock Dave Attwood signs Bristol contract extension four days after his 34th birthday
Dave Attwood never imagined he would still be going strong at the age of 34 but he has just agreed on an extension with high-flyin…
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Liam Heagney
09 Apr 2021, 8:32
Bath become latest Premiership club to report a massive financial loss for 2019/20
The financial damage caused by the pandemic is being revealed in Premiership, Bath becoming the latest club to publish its soberin…
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Sam Smith
09 Apr 2021, 6:25
'There's a perception because he's not 130kgs and 6'4 that he can't mix with the big boys'
Chris Robshaw has given his take on fellow back row Sam Simmonds’ absence from Eddie Jones’ England squad, saying he “doesn…
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Josh Raisey
09 Apr 2021, 4:04
Steve Borthwick on why the suddenly free-scoring Charlie Clare is just the ticket for Leicester
Steve Borthwick is a coach who is difficult to please but Leicester hooker Charlie Clare is doing something right judging by rece…
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Liam Heagney
09 Apr 2021, 1:53
REPORT: Sale Sharks in bid to take over AJ Bell Stadium
Sale Sharks, having failed to build a new stadium of their own, have reportedly made an offer to buy the AJ Bell Stadium in Salfor…
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Chris Jones
08 Apr 2021, 9:57
Owen Farrell's new, 'permanent' Saracens role
Owen Farrell has been named Saracens captain on a permanent basis to fill the vacancy created by Brad Barritt’s departure from S…
Cordero earns contract extension after impressing the boss
Los Pumas back Facundo Cordero has agreed a contract extension with the reigning English and European champions, Exeter Chiefs.
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Sam Smith
08 Apr 2021, 5:58
Nemani Nadolo's 128kg cousin has signed Northampton academy contract after leaving NRL
A cousin of Leicester's Nemani Nadolo, 20-year-old Duane Ratu Willemsen has arrived at Northampton following a stint in Australia'…
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Liam Heagney
08 Apr 2021, 2:48
Championship club launch new head coach search as double-jobbing Wasps assistant set to leave
It was as an U7 that Neil Fowkes first got involved with Nottingham but the part-time Wasps assistant is now leaving his head coac…
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Sam Smith
08 Apr 2021, 1:34
'They are on the radar': The unheralded Sale players England are considering as potential summer tour picks
With youngsters like prop Bevan Rodd emerging under Alex Sanderson, England assistant Matt Proudfoot was a visitor to Sale trainin…
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Liam Heagney
07 Apr 2021, 10:25
Double-winning boss Rob Baxter has given his reaction to the £2.26million loss posted by Exeter
The financial picture in England for club rugby can't be good when the usually profitable Rob Baxter-coached Exeter report a whopp…
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Liam Heagney
07 Apr 2021, 4:15
'Quality of Eddie Jones brought his game on without question': Borthwick on what England exposure did for Leicester teenage George Martin
George Martin was called up by England in February and Steve Borthwick has now explained what England exposure did for the Leicest…
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Liam Heagney
07 Apr 2021, 1:03
'When you look at that last scrum where Jasper Wiese scored, six of the eight forwards were 21 or under'
After years of stagnation at Leicester, the no-nonsense approach of ex-England assistant Steve Borthwick is starting to pay divide…
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Liam Heagney
06 Apr 2021, 11:20
Newcastle outline whether gripes over Welsh shoulder dislocation will feed into prep for Leicester rematch
Newcastle were left unhappy last Sunday week with what happened to Jon Welsh at Leicester who host the Falcons again this Saturday…
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Chris Jones
06 Apr 2021, 9:12
Newcastle bound Mike Brown on the qualities that drew him to Falcons
Mike Brown will leave Harlequins at the end of the season and join Newcastle Falcons. The full-back, who has won 72 caps for Engla…
Harlequins confirm Mike Brown will leave at the end of this season
Ex-England full-back Mike Brown is to finish up at Harlequins after 17 seasons with a switch to Newcastle likely for next season. …
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Liam Heagney
03 Apr 2021, 7:31
'Damaging nonsense': Danny Cipriani issues stern rebuke after allegations made about him being a bad influence on Rees-Zammit
New Bath signing Danny Cipriani has hit out at allegations that he led new Wales star Louis Rees-Zammit astray while playing for G…
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Liam Heagney
02 Apr 2021, 7:38
'This season the PRO14 has not been competitive outside the Irish teams whatsoever. It's been the worst I have seen'
Harlequins assistant Jerry Flannery knows the PRO14 inside out and he has had a pop at its standard this season compared to the Pr…
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Chris Jones
02 Apr 2021, 1:22
Hefty ban is given to Worcester's red-carded Chris Ashton with lesser suspensions for Bath duo Tom Dunn and Will Muir
England pair Chris Ashton and Tom Dunn were respectively red-carded for Worcester and Bath while Dunn's teammate Will Muir was cit…
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Liam Heagney
01 Apr 2021, 7:44
'Why wouldn't you want to keep Manu? You would be crazy not to make a bid for him'
Manu Tuilagi only came to Sale on a one-year deal last July from Leicester and Alex Sanderson has issued an update on extension ta…
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Chris Jones
31 Mar 2021, 10:00
Ban issued after Ewels' double yellow card sending off for Bath
Bath skipper Charlie Ewels was sent off by referee Craig Maxwell-Keys in the 68th minute at Brentford for a second foul play yell…
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Sam Smith
30 Mar 2021, 3:13
'Would you put 1 million pounds at risk?': Tonga Rugby Union chief executive casts doubt over Charles Piutau switch
Tonga Rugby Union chief executive Peter Harding has cast doubt over the feasibility of Charles Piutau's potential switch of intern…
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Alex McLeod
29 Mar 2021, 21:51
Marcell Coetzee ruled out of Ulster's Challenge Cup clash with Harlequins
Meanwhile, Zebre's Marco Manfredi has been banned for three weeks following his red card against Ulster on March 19.
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Sam Smith
29 Mar 2021, 9:01
'Legend of the game' John Afoa signs new one-year deal with Bristol
The legendary All Blacks prop joined Bristol in 2018, and has made 52 appearances to date.
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Ciarán Kennedy
29 Mar 2021, 7:08
George Ford stars on his return from England duty as Leicester beat Newcastle
England fly-half George Ford kicked 16 points on his return from international duty as Leicester eased to a 26-12 victory over New…
Watch: Ellis Genge involved in sideline incident prior to Newcastle match
England prop Ellis Genge has once again found himself at the centre of conversation in the sport after a bizarre sideline confront…
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Ian Cameron
28 Mar 2021, 9:39
'In every game there's a sin-bin. We had four today... we've got to sort that out'
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson hailed the mix of ‘northern grit and South African steel’ which helped his side complete…
'Borthwick is a good fit... but it's going to probably be five years until Leicester are anywhere near competing at that top table'
Leicester were serial trophy winners when Neil Back was in his pomp but he feels there is long wait to go before Tigers can dream …
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Liam Heagney
28 Mar 2021, 1:00
Chris Ashton sent off as Saints crush Worcester
Chris Ashton was sent off in the 49th minute as Worcester’s nightmare season continued with a crushing 62-14 defeat to Northampt…
Double red card mars London Irish victory over Bath
Two tries from Ben Loader helped London Irish maintain their excellent home record with a pulsating 36-33 win over Bath.
Last-gasp Sheedy conversion seals stunning comeback win for Premiership leaders Bristol
Two Bristol tries in the final moments snatched victory away from Premiership title rivals Harlequins, who had looked almost certa…
'I'm about 92, 93kgs... I don't like feeling too heavy when I'm not strong enough to move it quickly'
Set to turn 22 in early April, England midfield prospect Fraser Dingwall feels he is now at his best fighting weight for Northampt…
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Liam Heagney
27 Mar 2021, 3:30
'My parents rang worried': It's now a year since the last Bristol vs Harlequins Ashton Gate clash was followed by lockdown
54 weeks after Bristol hosted Harlequins in the last game before the first lockdown, Pat Lam and Adam Jones reflect on an extraord…
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Liam Heagney
27 Mar 2021, 3:15
Gloucester bag shock win over champions Exeter
Gloucester recorded only their fourth Gallagher Premiership victory of the season as they saw off champions Exeter 34-18 at Kingsh…
Cipriani's time away from rugby was put to good use
New Bath signing Danny Cipriani has said he has “thoroughly enjoyed” his time out from rugby, saying he has “managed to hit …
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Josh Raisey
26 Mar 2021, 9:39
Leicester sign England age-grade hooker from the Championship
An unspecified injury to Julian Montoya that required a procedure has led to Leicester snapping up Championship hooker Nic Dolly.
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Sam Smith
26 Mar 2021, 4:38
Cipriani move will widen the West Country divide that bit further - Andy Goode
It’s great to see Danny Cipriani back in the Premiership but his move to Bath will have widened the divide in the West Country e…
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Andy Goode
26 Mar 2021, 1:07
Bristol explain the No1 trait necessary to regularly make a success of trial signings like Bryan Byrne
Bryan Byrne only ever started six league games with Leinster but the hooker has quickly become an invaluable part of the Bristol s…
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Liam Heagney
25 Mar 2021, 12:06
The Gavin Henson lesson that won't be lost on Charlie Ewels when Danny Cipriani walks through the Bath door
Charlie Ewels will be Danny Cipriani's captain at Bath from May onwards and a lesson from the past regarding Gavin Henson is on hi…
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Liam Heagney
25 Mar 2021, 11:51
'That's a bit of a misconception': Stuart Hooper explains precisely why Bath have gambled on signing maverick Cipriani
It was November 21 when Danny Cipriani last played for Gloucester and he will end his Premiership sabbatical when he arrives at Ba…
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Liam Heagney
25 Mar 2021, 10:17
Sale boss Alex Sanderson drafts in ex-Lions tour coach in the hope of finding a Premiership edge
With a record so far in charge at Sale of five wins and three defeats, Alex Sanderson has recruited an additional coach to boost r…
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Chris Jones
25 Mar 2021, 6:13
No rest for Gloucester's Six Nations wingers as both are chosen to face Premiership champions Exeter
The team news is in for Gloucester versus Exeter and it is going to be a busy night for Six Nations duo Louis Rees-Zammit and Jonn…
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Sam Smith
25 Mar 2021, 5:43
Hefty ban handed down to Mateo Carreras after his citing for contact with the eye of Wasps' Josh Bassett
There was controversy during last Friday's Newcastle versus Wasps Premiership match and Mateo Carreras has now paid a hefty price.…
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Liam Heagney
25 Mar 2021, 4:34
Danny Cipriani signs for Bath Rugby
Danny Cipriani will begin his Bath career in May after signing an extended one-year contract that includes the end of the current …
'His durability is outstanding': How Harlequins have reaped the huge benefit of Joe Marler's England no-show
Severe bubble restrictions saw Joe Marler turn down his 2021 England call-up and Harlequins have reaped the rewards in the past ei…
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Liam Heagney
25 Mar 2021, 2:24
Freddie Burns' joyous reaction to re-joining Leicester after four years away
It was March 17 when RugbyPass revealed that Freddie Burns would join Leicester for 2021/22 and he has now shared messages on Inst…
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Josh Raisey
24 Mar 2021, 12:12
Exeter react to loss of two Scotland players this week and give update on Henry Slade's England injury
Agreement between PRL and the SRU has left Exeter without Hogg and Skinner this week, while they are also missing England's Henry …
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Liam Heagney
24 Mar 2021, 11:59
Decisions taken on bans for van Wyk and Banahan after latest Premiership red cards
Last weekend's round of Premiership action produced red cards for van Wyk and Banahan and they have now learned their respective f…
'There was some good banter between Sheedy and the England boys'
It's been back to work at Bristol this week for their Six Nations players and Wales' Callum Sheedy has been quick to get in on the…
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Liam Heagney
24 Mar 2021, 7:14
England wing Joe Cokanasiga signs Bath contract extension
Joe Cokanasiga has put a serious knee injury behind since the 2019 World Cup with England and is back in the Premiership groove wi…
Leicester confirm the RugbyPass story that Freddie Burns has joined them for next season
It was last Wednesday when RugbyPass confirmed that Freddie Burns would definitely return to Leicester Tigers for the 2021/22 seas…
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Liam Heagney
23 Mar 2021, 4:55
It's 16 years ago today since Andy Farrell swapped rugby league for union and signed for Saracens
It was on this day - March 23 - in 2005 when Andy Farrell turned his back on a stellar rugby league career to change codes and joi…
Newcastle Falcons winger cited for alleged eye-gouge
Newcastle Falcons winger Mateo Carreras for making intentional contact with eye of Wasps winger Josh Bassett.
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Ian Cameron
22 Mar 2021, 10:40
Unpunished Premiership eye-gouge 'a lot worse' than Paul Willemse incident claims Blackett
Wasps boss Lee Blackett admits it is a “hard one to take” that Newcastle wing Mateo Carreras was not spotted allegedly gouging…
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Chris Jones
22 Mar 2021, 9:19
Harlequins captain Stephan Lewies signs new long-term contract
Lewies has played 28 times for Harlequins since making his debut against London Irish in September 2019.
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Sam Smith
22 Mar 2021, 5:17
Jean-Luc du Preez is trying to control his 'smoking' in bid for a Springbok recall
Jean-Luc du Preez is learning to choose his moments to “smoke” opponents while remaining a serious physical threat as Sale Sha…
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Chris Jones
22 Mar 2021, 2:54
'We don't want to be one of those clubs that send loads of clips in to try and influence things'
England and Wasps recently invited referees to training but bringing officials in is something Premiership champions Exeter tend t…
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Liam Heagney
21 Mar 2021, 2:00
'We had to tell them a few home truths at the interval': Worcester handed half-time serve following 40-nil start
Worcester head coach Jonathan Thomas was bitterly disappointed with his side’s first-half performance which saw them trail 40-0 …
'We almost started too well': Evans focusing on the positives following massive lead slip
Harlequins attack and backs coach Nick Evans was happy with the way his side regained control of their match against Gloucester, w…
Banahan KO'ed and red carded as Quins beat Gloucester
Danny Care and Luke Northmore both scored two tries as Harlequins remained firmly in the Gallagher Premiership play-off places wit…
Bath sink Worcester despite second-half rally from Warriors
Worcester’s miserable run of form continued as they were blown away in the first half by a rampant Bath on their way to sufferin…
'Sheedy came back from Jersey a new man and obviously the rest is history'
Callum Sheedy is poised to become a Grand Slam winner but Jonathan Thomas recalls a time when Billy Searle was ahead of him at Bri…
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Liam Heagney
20 Mar 2021, 2:30
'It doesn't look great' - Blackett defends TMO over missed eye-gouging incident
Wasps head coach Lee Blackett defended TMO Graham Hughes for not intervening in the potential eye-gouging incident that overshadow…
Wasps battle back from 12-point deficit to edge out Newcastle
Brad Shields and Tom West scored second-half tries as Wasps came from behind to claimed a 20-18 win at Newcastle.
The 7.15am Tuesday meeting that struggling Wasps hope will turn around their Premiership season
It has been difficult for Wasps in the Premiership recently as they have lost six of the seven games payed since the two-week Janu…
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Liam Heagney
19 Mar 2021, 7:27
Jimmy Gopperth's honesty last Friday was widely acclaimed but Wasps aren't singing his praises
Jimmy Gopperth was complimented by match referee Karl Dickson and rugby fans last Friday but his candid call was not that popular …
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Liam Heagney
18 Mar 2021, 12:46
Wasps name international locking duo for raid on Newcastle
Joe Launchbury returns to the Wasps starting line-up as they travel to Kingston Park to play Newcastle Falcons in Gallagher Premie…
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Sam Smith
18 Mar 2021, 6:23
Cipriani to Bath looking increasingly likely - reports
Danny Cipriani's rumoured move to Bath is looking increasingly likely, with reports this week suggesting that the flyhalf is in ad…
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Ian Cameron
18 Mar 2021, 3:08
Manu Tuilagi has added third string to his fitness fight after dabbling in hiking and salsa
Having dabbled recently in hiking and salsa dancing, Manu Tuilagi has been given Sale permission to try another tactic in his fitn…
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Chris Jones
17 Mar 2021, 12:09
Worcester respond to Hougaard joining rival Premiership club instead of heading overseas
Francois Hougaard was thought to be heading to Japan or South Africa but the half-back has instead joined a Premiership rival of W…
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Liam Heagney
17 Mar 2021, 12:00
Freddie Burns to return to Leicester Tigers
It was 2017 when Freddie Burns left Leicester for Bath but he is poised to now make his Welford Road return via his stint in Japan…
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Liam Heagney
17 Mar 2021, 4:33
Wasps react to speculation linking them with a move for Manu Tuilagi
Manu Tuilagi only signed a one-year deal when he moved to Sale last summer and Wasps have become the latest club linked to him for…
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Liam Heagney
17 Mar 2021, 2:27
Harlequins chasing Springbok to replace Scott Baldwin after behind the scenes transfer row
Harlequins are closing in on the signature of Springbok hooker Bongi Mbonambi from the Stormers in South Africa.
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Ian Cameron
15 Mar 2021, 6:44
Lions legend believes Tom Curry will beat Hamish Watson to No.7 spot
Peter Winterbottom feels the England flanker can play a major role for the British and Irish Lions this summer.
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Chris Jones
15 Mar 2021, 4:18
Paddy Jackson kick London Irish to late win over struggling Worcester
A late penalty from Paddy Jackson ensured that luckless Worcester’s miserable run continued as they went down 20-17 at the Brent…
'I was well underweight for what your average Premiership back-rower would be, I'm a good 11/12 kilos up on where I was'
If the traditional developmental ways of English rugby held sway, Matt Rogerson wouldn't be skippering London Irish but he defied …
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Liam Heagney
14 Mar 2021, 1:30
Northampton boost play-off hopes as Harrison marks his return with a try
Teimana Harrison scored on his return from injury as Northampton Saints recorded a vital 17-14 home Premiership victory over Sale …
Leicester end search for first Premiership away win of the season
The 20-14 success was the first Leicester away win in the Premiership this season, Gloucester eventually losing out in a titanic b…
Bath get revival back on track with six-try defeat of Newcastle
Stuart Hooper’s Bath made it four wins from their last five Premiership matches as they ran in six tries away to Newcastle.
Northampton Saints boast all English XV
Northampton Saints will field an all English XV when they take on Sale Sharks at Franklin’s Gardens on Saturday.
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Josh Raisey
13 Mar 2021, 2:15
Bristol end long wait for victory over Wasps in Gallagher Premiership
Injury-hit Bristol extended their lead at the top of the Gallagher Premiership to 11 points with their first victory over Wasps si…
'I'm really excited about the project': Ex-Scotland flanker Carl Hogg is back at Gloucester
With Premiership relegation no longer stalking the club this season, Gloucester have now bolstered their staff by recruiting Carl …
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Sam Smith
12 Mar 2021, 2:55
Bristol bring in two Irish players, including a hooker whose 2017 signing by Saracens caused ructions with the IRFU
It was 2017 when a decision by Tadgh McElroy to join Saracens gave the IRFU the hump and the hooker has now pitched up at Pat Lam'…
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Liam Heagney
11 Mar 2021, 13:37
'He's a real breath of fresh air... it's very rare that you get rapid and strong'
Siva Naulago, the British Army serviceman signed from Super League, has been on fire recently, scoring five Bristol tries in three…
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Liam Heagney
11 Mar 2021, 11:27
'It's slightly weird for me because his dad was my idol growing up'
A fan of the legendary Michael Lynagh when growing up in Australia, Harlequins general manager Billy Millard is chuffed with Louis…
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Liam Heagney
11 Mar 2021, 11:04
Leicester Tigers statement: 'Tom Hardwick is no longer a member of the club'
Leicester Tigers have issued a three-line statement confirming that back Tom Hardwick will 'no longer' be involved in the club.
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Ian Cameron
11 Mar 2021, 7:12
'It's starting to heat up': Harlequins give director of rugby search update seven weeks after Paul Gustard's exit
Seven weeks after Paul Gustard left his director of rugby post, Harlequins general manager Billy Millard has provided a recruitmen…
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Liam Heagney
10 Mar 2021, 8:04
Bans handed down to red-carded Premiership pair Hepetema and Thorley
Bans have been dished out for the latest Premiership red cards, this time to London Irish's Terrence Hepetema and Gloucester's Oll…
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Sam Smith
10 Mar 2021, 4:08
'He's like a younger, more northern version of Faf de Klerk': The England prospect Sale are pinning their long-term scrum-half hopes on
World Cup-winning Faf de Klerk is playing a Sale mentoring role, helping England prospect Raffi Quirke recently earn his Premiersh…
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Chris Jones
10 Mar 2021, 1:20
Beyond bare-bones: The out-half crisis that has Premiership leaders Bristol set to use Ioan Lloyd's 18-year-old brother this Friday
Premiership leaders Bristol are beyond bare-bones as they prepare to host Wasps on Friday, an 18-year-old school out-half getting …
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Liam Heagney
09 Mar 2021, 2:46
Wasps seek help after becoming the most penalised team in the Premiership
Wasps are seeking help from referees after becoming the most penalised team in the Gallagher Premiership as they prepare to face l…
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Chris Jones
08 Mar 2021, 6:19
England Rugby and Premiership ditch Randox for new firm after Bath testing debacle
The RFU and Premiership Rugby appear to be ending their relationship with Randox Health, the testing company that was responsible …
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Ian Cameron
08 Mar 2021, 3:45
Nadolo commits to new Leicester Tigers contract
The Fiji international joined the Tigers last summer and has scored five tries in his nine appearances to date.
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Ciarán Kennedy
08 Mar 2021, 2:46
Leicester Tigers sign Marfo, Van Wyk and Van Staden; announce host of new contracts
A number of Tigers players, including Dan Cole and Jasper Wiese, have also signed new contracts.
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Sam Smith
08 Mar 2021, 1:43
English rugby fans have come up with an interesting theory as to why Beauden Barrett was watching Bath versus Exeter
All Black Beauden Barrett created a stir on social media this weekend after tweeting about how too many on-field water boys were i…
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Sam Smith
07 Mar 2021, 13:00
Jerry Flannery: 'I rate Marcus very, very highly. He's a fantastic player but Eddie Jones is the guy who decides'
Harlequins assistant coach Jerry Flannery has revealed that Marcus Smith has tightened his defence knowing he is being targeted by…
Alex Dombrandt stars as Harlequins return to winning ways by beating Northampton
Harlequins returned to winning ways to reclaim third place in the Gallagher Premiership table with Alex Dombrandt influential in a…
'When Gussy left you needed the support of senior players and Joe was to the forefront of that'
Joe Marler was due to be away with England but Harlequins are instead reaping the benefits of his decision to out of the Six Natio…
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Liam Heagney
07 Mar 2021, 1:27
Sam Simmonds backed for British and Irish Lions selection
Sam Simmonds has been backed to thrive in a British and Irish Lions environment if he is selected for this summer’s South Africa…
Video: Sam Simmonds scores his 13th Premiership try of the season as Exeter beat Bath
Sam Simmonds scored his 13th try of the Gallagher Premiership season as champions Exeter fought back to sink Bath 38-16 at the Rec…
'Ollie Thorley red card, my god' - Prem's latest sending off has left fans scratching their heads
The latest Gallagher Premiership red card has infuriated and perplexed fans in equal measure on social and ignited fresh debate ar…
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Ian Cameron
06 Mar 2021, 9:27
'Play the game' - Beauden Barrett takes umbrage with one of the worst practices in English rugby
All Blacks star Beauden Barrett has taken aim at Premiership time-wasting, asking why so many players and staff are constantly inf…
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Ian Cameron
06 Mar 2021, 8:34
'I understand that some pitches are like that... but I'm a fan of old school and grass'
With Saracens relegated, just two Premiership clubs are using artificial surfaces which old school Bristol boss Pat Lam is not a f…
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Liam Heagney
06 Mar 2021, 8:19
'People complained about the way we were playing before Gussy left but we were still pretty either the top or the second top attacking team in the league'
Harlequins recently enjoyed a four-game winning streak but assistant Jerry Flannery explains the reason wasn't that Paul Gustard h…
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Liam Heagney
06 Mar 2021, 5:13
'It's never my intention to go out on the field and hurt someone... I deeply regret what I did'
London Irish centre Terrence Hepetema has taken to social media to apologise for the headshot that saw him red-carded during his s…
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Ian Cameron
06 Mar 2021, 4:58
'I was offered another two-year deal at Bristol and it would have been the easiest thing in the world to have stayed'
Worcester have lost all five games so far with Jonathan Thomas as their new head coach but the ex-Wales back row is well versed in…
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Liam Heagney
06 Mar 2021, 3:00
'I can't believe there is any Premiership coach in the country practising diving into rucks and clear-outs with your arms tucked'
The Premiership has suffered a glut of recent red cards and Exeter boss Rob Baxter has tried to get to the bottom of what is going…
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Liam Heagney
06 Mar 2021, 1:53
Red card strikes again as Leicester Tigers see off London Irish in helter-shelter finish
London Irish centre Terrence Hepetema was sent off as Leicester continued their recent improvement with a hard-fought victory.
Potential England Six Nations boost as fit-again Underhill starts for Bath
Sam Underhill was named in the original England squad for the Six Nations on January 22 but a hip injury forced him out until now.…
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Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2021, 5:13
'Baffling': Rob Baxter has final say on refereeing decision that sealed Exeter defeat at Sale
Exeter have been on the wrong side of dramatic recent finishes and Rob Baxter insists they were wrongly penalised at the death in …
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Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2021, 4:40
'It's always dangerous when you walk in and you're telling fellas about a three and a five-year plan'
It's three years ago on March 9 when Declan Kidney first walked in the London Irish door, inheriting a mess that seems to finally …
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Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2021, 2:15
'I speak frequently to him' - Tuilagi on track for shot at Lions
England wing Marland Yarde knows all about the long hours of lonely rehabilitation needed to return from serious injury which make…
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Chris Jones
05 Mar 2021, 1:27
'Marcus, please man, get off the pitch. Save something for the weekend'
Disappointed Test fans want Marcus Smith playing for England but Harlequins are glad their workaholic is currently firing up the P…
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Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2021, 10:10
Louis Lynagh won't be following his brother Tom to Super Rugby after signing Harlequins deal
Tom Lynagh, a son of the legendary Michael, was snapped up by the Reds last November but Louis is staying on Harlequins for the ne…
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Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2021, 7:27
Jono Ross cops one-match Sale ban
Sale head into Friday night's Premiership action against Newcastle without their skipper Jono Ross who was called in by the RFU fo…
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Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2021, 5:02
Steve Borthwick singles out the Leicester staff member he says has especially driven recent improvements
With Leicester up to eighth in the Premiership, Steve Borthwick has been reflecting on his time at the club starting work on July …
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Liam Heagney
04 Mar 2021, 2:31
Gloucester among the clubs to remove 'nature' from their logo for a day
World Wildlife Day has had an impact on Premiership and PRO14 clubs, including Gloucester who removed the lion from their logo.
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Josh Raisey
03 Mar 2021, 10:39
England's Jack Nowell suffers injury setback with Exeter
Exeter were hoping that injured England back Jack Nowell would make his first appearance this month since last October's Premiersh…
'Can he play sevens with the injury toll he has had?' - Bristol question Piutau's Olympic chances
Bristol have responded to New Zealand media reports linking ex-All Blacks star Charles Piutau with a change in allegiance before t…
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Liam Heagney
03 Mar 2021, 9:34
Kyle Eastmond has switched to Super League eight months after quitting Leicester
Ex-England midfielder Kyle Eastmond left Leicester as one of the five salary cap rebels last July and his next move has now been c…
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Liam Heagney
03 Mar 2021, 7:42
'He's an international quality ten': Declan Kidney's take on the current form of exiled Ireland out-half Paddy Jackson
The recent Premiership form of Paddy Jackson has resulted in talk about his prospects with Ireland whom he hasn't been capped by s…
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Liam Heagney
03 Mar 2021, 6:15
'My action was reckless': Exeter hooker Jack Yeandle banned following red card at Sale
Exeter hooker Jack Yeandle last Friday became the latest player in the Premiership to recently see red for charging into a breakdo…
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Sam Smith
03 Mar 2021, 3:51
Bristol confirm the damaging extent of Harry Randall's ankle injury with England
Pat Lam was unsure last week about the prognosis for his injured England player Harry Randall but the Bristol coach has now shed l…
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Liam Heagney
03 Mar 2021, 2:31
The Worcester verdict on Chris Ashton's first five weeks at his latest club
It took five weeks for Chris Ashton to appear on the Worcester teamsheet and they have now given their verdict on his settling-in …
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Liam Heagney
02 Mar 2021, 10:17
England centre Manu Tuilagi has taken up dance classes in battle for fitness
Manu Tuilagi has been sidelined with an injury since late September but he is leaving no stone unturned to get back fit and firing…
Worcester make Scott Baldwin their 6th signing for 2021/22
Scott Baldwin is the second player Worcester have signed from Harlequins in recent weeks after ex-England wing Chris Ashton.
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Liam Heagney
02 Mar 2021, 8:18
Old friend of Steve Borthwick to become new general manager at Leicester
Recent exits by Murphy and McGinity allowed Leicester to create a new general manager role that will be filled by a friend of Stev…
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Sam Smith
02 Mar 2021, 4:06
'It's up to Eddie what he does with him, they have control of him' - Wasps concerned by Odogwu's lack of game-time
Odogwu has yet to be involved in England's Six Nations campaing despite being a member of Eddie Jones’ 28-man squad.
Leicester Tigers to loan winger to Super Rugby
Leicester Tigers are set to become the latest Gallagher Premiership club to loan out a player to a Super Rugby side in the hope of…
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Ian Cameron
01 Mar 2021, 2:24
Eddie Jones watches on as Bath stage thrilling comeback win over Northampton
Eddie Jones watched on as Bath staged a remarkable comeback to overturn a 17-3 deficit and beat Northampton 23-22.
'Most consistent loosie in Europe' - All Black backs Sam Simmonds England recall
The clamour to see Sam Simmonds once again involved with England has reached new heights this weekend after another below-par perf…
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Ian Cameron
28 Feb 2021, 6:16
'I'm not going into too many details but it can become a bit of a toxic environment'
England hopeful David Ribbans has been in organisations that couldn't handle losing but he had every belief Northampton would come…
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Liam Heagney
28 Feb 2021, 1:00
Newcastle edge out Harlequins thanks to last-gasp Brett Connon penalty
Harlequins went to Newcastle on Saturday looking for a fifth successive Premiership win but they were hurt by a late sting in the …
London Irish on the up as Wasps continue to falter with third straight home loss
London Irish continued to show they are a growing force in the Gallagher Premiership by winning 16-10 at Wasps, with Ollie Hassell…
Bristol battle past Leicester at Ashton Gate to extend Premiership lead
Bristol extended their advantage at the top of the Gallagher Premiership to six points with a hard-fought 17-3 win over spirited L…
'You realised this guy's work rate is phenomenal but he is just in the wrong place'
Fijian Siva Naulago looked flummoxed when Bristol recently lost to Sale but the recruit from Super League was different gravy last…
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Liam Heagney
27 Feb 2021, 2:38
'So stupid' - Jack Nowell tweet divides opinion after latest Prem red card
England winger Jack Nowell has divided opinion on Twitter after his take on the Gallagher Premiership red card, one of a litany of…
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Ian Cameron
26 Feb 2021, 13:27
Chris Ashton to make Worcester Warriors debut
Former England wing Chris Ashton will make his eagerly-anticipated debut for Warriors in Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership match …
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Sam Smith
26 Feb 2021, 5:10
'You're never going to find me at a lower ebb than I am right now... and I don't feel that low'
Six weeks into life as a new director of rugby, ex-Saracens assistant Alex Sanderson has reflected on his settling-in period at Sa…
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Liam Heagney
26 Feb 2021, 4:49
'If you want to tidy up and make the game safer you have to call these': Bristol react to Bedlow ban
The Bristol squad is getting light on numbers for various reasons but Pat Lam won't argue with the three-game ban for Sam Bedlow. …
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Liam Heagney
26 Feb 2021, 1:53
Nine weeks of bans doled out following three red cards in single Prem game
Leicester’s Jasper Wiese has been banned for four weeks and team-mate Hanro Liebenberg for two weeks following an online discipl…
Blues hand starting debut to former Bristol Bear in side boasting nine All Blacks for Hurricanes clash
Three debutants and nine All Blacks are included in the Blues line-up to travel to Wellington for Saturday’s first round of the …
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Online Editors
24 Feb 2021, 17:28
Northampton sign Karl Wilkins from Pro D2
Karl Wilkins was 18 when he decided to embark on a French adventure that has now ended with him coming back to Northampton all gro…
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Sam Smith
24 Feb 2021, 4:32
Wasps bring in tighthead Nicky Thomas
A variety of reasons have forced Wasps to look around to bolster their front row, tighthead Nicky Thomas arriving in from Ospreys.…
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Sam Smith
24 Feb 2021, 4:14
10 weeks' worth of suspensions handed down to Rapava-Ruskin, Williams and Bedlow
The RFU have doled out suspensions for three disciplinary hearings after two red cards and a citing in two Premiership games last …
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Sam Smith
24 Feb 2021, 3:31
The fallout at Exeter three days on from that bizarre Joe Simmonds conversion gaffe
The latest Exeter Premiership defeat was sealed in bizarre fashion and Rob Baxter has revisited the botched Joe Simmonds conversio…
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Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2021, 11:35
Worcester sign England scrum-half Willi Heinz
Worcester have made another 2021/22 Premiership statement signing, this time bringing in England scrum-half Willi Heinz from Glouc…
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Liam Heagney
23 Feb 2021, 7:32
Nigel Owens says 'something needs to change' after wave of red cards in Premiership
Speaking on BT Sport’s Rugby Tonight, the Welshman said that there needs to be a change in player behaviour.
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Josh Raisey
22 Feb 2021, 5:47
Saracens sign USA international scrum-half from South Africa
The 22-year-old will make the move from South African franchise the Cheetahs in the summer.
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Sam Smith
22 Feb 2021, 4:21
League toppers Bristol blow lead over London Irish
Paddy Jackson completed a late conversion as London Irish staged a remarkable fightback to secure a 34-34 draw with Gallagher Prem…
Video: Ben Kay proves the weekend's most debated call was absolutely right
Former England second row Ben Kay has Tweeted a video that proves beyond doubt that referee Christophe Ridley was absolutely corre…
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Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2021, 4:22
'I can't sulk or be upset. Gregor and I have been in contact and he's told me what I need to do'
In a year of chicanes, Rory Hutchinson began the new season injured, spent much of the middle chunk negotiating a Covid-19 outbrea…
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Jamie Lyall
21 Feb 2021, 3:54
Ref watch: Is it time the charge-down was scrapped?
The words ‘movement’ and ‘approach’ have surely never been scrutinised with such forensic detail as following the controve…
'There's no conflict': New RPA chairman Ethan Waller on pandemic rugby, relegation, pizza, pay cuts and Michael Fatialofa
Worcester prop Ethan Waller has stuck his neck out at the age of 28 by becoming the new RPA chairman a year into the pandemic in E…
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Liam Heagney
21 Feb 2021, 2:00
'I realised when I went to Toulon I'd been stuck in a rut... I didn't love what I did to get out of bed in the morning'
Funny how it has all turned out for veteran Bristol lock Dave Attwood. Having fallen out of love with the game some years ago the …
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Liam Heagney
21 Feb 2021, 1:00
Red cards a 'wake-up call' - Wasps DoR Lee Blackett
Wasps director of rugby Lee Blackett believes Gallagher Premiership players have received a wake-up call after three red cards wer…
Northampton stun champions Exeter to claim first Sandy Park win in seven years
Stuart Hogg and Exeter were left furious with how their defeat to Northampton ended with a charged-down conversion attempt.
Red card mayhem as three sent off in Leicester victory over Wasps
Leicester recorded a convincing 27-8 victory over Wasps at Welford Road in a Gallagher Premiership match that had three red cards.…
Video: Wasps fuming over red card for Brookes
Ian Costello was unhappy with the red card for Kieran Brookes as Wasps at Leicester became the second 14-on-14 in this weekend's P…
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Liam Heagney
20 Feb 2021, 9:12
'Sometimes you're just not flavour of the month' - Marcus Smith urged to stay patient in bid for England cap
Marcus Smith has been urged to continue placing himself on England’s radar after he steered Harlequins to a 24-12 Gallagher Prem…
Leicester's Jasper Wiese becomes third Premiership player red-carded this weekend for shoulder to the head shot
Round ten of the Premiership began on Friday with two red cards and there was a third on Saturday for Jasper Wiese of Leicester.
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Liam Heagney
20 Feb 2021, 8:21
Harlequins make it four wins on the bounce following departure of Paul Gustard
The resurgence of Harlequins following the departure of Paul Gustard produced its best result yet as Sale were dispatched 24-12 at…
The £35m price tag to join the English Premiership
Ealing Trailfinders could face a bill of more than £35m to join the Gallagher Premiership if English rugby’s elite clubs insist…
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Chris Jones
20 Feb 2021, 0:40
Top League chairman and other leading rugby bosses throw support behind Club World Cup concept
Top League chairman Osamu Ota has joined other leading rugby bosses in throwing support behind the concept of a Club World Cup.
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Sam Smith
19 Feb 2021, 20:39
Saracens deploy 9 internationals in 27-man matchday line-up for Coventry
Saracens will deploy nine internationals in their 27-man matchday team to host Coventry in the hope of landing their second pre-se…
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Ian Cameron
19 Feb 2021, 10:17
'No longer any doubt' over Lima Sopoaga and Lyon deal - reports
French media are claiming that there is 'no longer' any doubt' over Wasps flyhalf Lima Sopaga joining Lyon, a move reported late l…
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Ian Cameron
19 Feb 2021, 5:28
No rest for Scotland skipper Hogg as he starts for Exeter this Saturday
Exeter boss Rob Baxter said in midweek he wouldn't 'lump' all his Test players into his team but Scotland captain Stuart Hogg is i…
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Liam Heagney
19 Feb 2021, 4:31
'Every game he almost has a highlights reel': How Malakai Fekitoa's comeback is going after 16-week layoff
Back in action after a 16-week layoff, the quick return to form of Malakai Fekitoa has Wasps boss Lee Blackett singing his praises…
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Liam Heagney
19 Feb 2021, 2:43
'I dislocated a shoulder while jackalling and I probably don't go in as much now because of the injury'
Sale Sharks lock Josh Beaumont knows all about the dangers of jackalling for the ball and carries the scars of the surgery that wa…
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Chris Jones
19 Feb 2021, 2:10
'Us jackalers have to firstly accept that we're going to be on the end of massive collisions, probably higher than anything else in the game'
“I feel like I’m 35,” laughs 24-year-old Will Evans, as he enters the Zoom meeting with a spectacular shiner around his left…
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Jamie Lyall
18 Feb 2021, 12:13
New Wales star Rees-Zammit to start Premiership derby for Gloucester
There will be no rest for Louis Rees-Zammit this week as the Wales match-winner at Murrayfield has been chosen to start with Glouc…
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Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 4:17
Exeter detail latest Cuthbert setback after he was hailed as 'phenomenal' last weekend
Despite going 18 weeks in between games, Alex Cuthbert was in flying form in his two-match Exeter comeback that has now suffered a…
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Liam Heagney
18 Feb 2021, 3:14
'No way you're getting around making it safe': Bristol prop's ominous jackling warning
After high profile Six Nations incidents, Bristol forward Max Lahiff has tweeted that the 'heroic skill' of jackling can never be …
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Josh Raisey
17 Feb 2021, 11:00
Leicester bring in ex-Scotland U20s tighthead Will Hurd
Will Hurd played for Scotland U20s in 2019 but the tighthead is native to Leicester and has signed from Glasgow's wider training s…
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Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 8:56
Bassett agrees to Wasps contract extension ahead of 100th Premiership appearance
Currently the 7th highest Wasps try-scorer of all-time, Josh Bassett has inked a new deal at the club ahead of his 100th Premiersh…
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Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 8:33
Tommy Taylor heads back to Sale on 3-year deal
Tommy Taylor came through the Sale academy and was capped by England before leaving for Wasps in 2016 and he is now returning to M…
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Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 5:49
'That doesn't mean you lump them straight back in': Exeter welcome back Hogg and co but are coy about this weekend's selection
Stuart Hogg is back at Exeter along with Jonny Gray and Tomas Francis but Rob Baxter was coy about whether he will play them this …
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Liam Heagney
17 Feb 2021, 5:20
Worcester prop Ethan Waller becomes new RPA chairman
With Mark Lambert's three-year stint as RPA chairman over, Ethan Waller of Worcester is the next man up at the English players' un…
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Sam Smith
17 Feb 2021, 4:46
Newcastle's Premiership trip to Worcester is off as outbreak continues at Falcons
Newcastle will be idle for the second weekend in a row as an ongoing outbreak has led to the cancellation of another Premiership f…
'I have been told his shoulders are all metal now': Fit-again Lood de Jager back in the Sale selection mix
Fit-again Springboks lock Lood de Jager will bridge a 24-week gap in between appearances for Sale when he faces Harlequins next we…
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Chris Jones
17 Feb 2021, 1:50
6-game ban given to Motu Matu'u of London Irish
Veteran London Irish hooker Motu Matu'u has paid a heavy price for a red-carded reckless tackle last Saturday at Sandy Park.
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Liam Heagney
17 Feb 2021, 1:30
'We are very, very close. Seeing that happen to him was just horrible'
Tom Willis was somehow able to put his brother Jack's devastating injury with England out of his mind to impress with Wasps on Sun…
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Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 11:44
Wasps respond to speculation that Lima Sopoaga is joining Lyon
Now in his third season with Wasps, former All Blacks out-half Lima Sopoaga has been linked with a move to Lyon for the 2021/22 se…
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Liam Heagney
16 Feb 2021, 11:11
REPORT: French media claim Sopoaga's Wasps exit a done deal
The New Zealander has recently been linked with a move away from Wasps, who he joined in 2018.
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Sam Smith
15 Feb 2021, 8:59
Northampton Saints sign up former Leinster prop from Championship
The tighthead came through the Leinster Rugby schools system and advanced into the Leinster Academy, making three appearances in t…
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Ciarán Kennedy
15 Feb 2021, 7:21
'Tom and Jack are incredibly tight and Tom was really upset at having to witness that'
Wasps Director of Rugby Lee Blackett has lavished praise on Tom Willis, the young brother of England flanker Jack Willis, who scor…
Saracens hang on to Scotland centre Duncan Taylor
Saracens have confirmed that centre Duncan Taylor has extended his contract with the North London club, with the Scotland internat…
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Sam Smith
14 Feb 2021, 2:28
Harlequins make it three wins on the bounce with victory over Leicester
Tries from Mike Brown, Marcus Smith, Andre Esterhuizen and Louis Lynagh helped Harlequins beat Leicester to make it three wins on …
'Phenomenal' - Exeter Chiefs' Ali Hepher hails former British and Irish Lions winger Alex Cutbert
Exeter Chiefs' assistant coach Ali Hepher praised the performances of former Wales wing Alex Cuthbert, whose excellent solo try ma…
Joe Simmonds left dazed as Exeter brush aside 14-man London Irish
Sam Simmonds bagged two tries as Exeter saw off 14-man London Irish but his brother Joe missed the second half at Sandy Park.
England's top clubs facing 50 per cent cut in RFU central funding
English rugby’s top clubs are bracing themselves for a potential cut of 50 per cent in Rugby Football Union (RFU) central fundin…
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Chris Jones
13 Feb 2021, 3:29
'Whether his focus is to prove people right or wrong, whatever his driver is it's working very well for him'
It's nearly three years since Sam Simmonds was last capped by England but his try-scoring Exeter form is showing up Test pick Bill…
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Liam Heagney
13 Feb 2021, 2:38
'We haven't had the rub of the green' - Gloucester plans unchanged by decision to scrap relegation
Gloucester head coach George Skivington insisted his plans for the season are unaffected by the removal of relegation after the Ga…
Bath end six-game Premiership losing streak with victory at Sale
Bath eased the pressure on director of rugby Stuart Hooper as they ended a run of six successive defeats with a 27-22 win over Sal…
Bristol overcome injuries to edge victory at bottom club Gloucester
Santiago Carreras scored two superb first-half tries but it was not enough to earn bottom club Gloucester victory over injury-rava…
'Exactly right decision' - How English rugby has responded to scrapping relegation
The RFU’s decision to scrap relegation in the Gallagher Premiership this season has been met with support from figures across th…
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Josh Raisey
12 Feb 2021, 11:01
Former England prop Cole set for major Leicester Tigers career milestone
Former England and British and Irish Lions prop Dan Cole is poised to make his 250th appearance for Leicester in Saturday’s Gall…
REPORT: Bath lock Elliott Stooke charged with drink driving
Bath lock Elliott Stooke has been charged with drink driving following a road traffic incident that ultimately led to the revelati…
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Ian Cameron
12 Feb 2021, 9:20
Vote of confidence for struggling Gloucester boss George Skivington
First-time head coach George Skivington has received a vote of confidence from a rival as bottom side Gloucester host high-flying …
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Liam Heagney
12 Feb 2021, 6:04
Newcastle vs Saints cancelled after outbreak at Falcons
Premiership Rugby have confirmed that Newcastle Falcons’ Gallagher Premiership Rugby match against Northampton Saints at Frankli…
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Sam Smith
12 Feb 2021, 3:26
How Bristol have rated 19-year-old Ioan Lloyd in his two Premiership starts at No10
With Callum Sheedy away with Wales, 19-year-old Ioan Lloyd has been the Bristol No10 for his first time in recent Premiership matc…
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Liam Heagney
12 Feb 2021, 2:48
Exeter's comeback update on Jack Nowell 16 weeks after the England winger last played a match
It was October 24, in the Premiership final win over Wasps, when Jack Nowell played his last match for Exeter before toe ligament …
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Liam Heagney
12 Feb 2021, 2:02
England centre Joseph among three suspended for breaching Covid protocols in same incident
Three Gallagher Premiership players have been given suspension after they were found to have breached UK government protocols.
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Ian Cameron
11 Feb 2021, 11:24
'I don't want the Bears organisation to be reliant on any individual'
Irresistible Semi Radradra will be sidelined until April at the earliest and Pat Lam is keen for Bristol to show they are not a on…
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Liam Heagney
11 Feb 2021, 10:53
REPORT: Five clubs now chasing Danny Cipriani signature
Five clubs in three leagues are said to be interested in signing ex-England ace Danny Cipriani - Sky Sports are reporting.
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Ian Cameron
11 Feb 2021, 2:30
Irish suffer second Wallabies blow this week with Coleman now out injured
Having had Sekope Kepu quit the club at the start the week, London Irish have been handed another Wallabies blow with injury to Ad…
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Chris Jones
10 Feb 2021, 7:58
Wasps sign second Cornish Pirates player on a short-term deal inside a week
Test call-ups and injuries have left Lee Blackett searching for cover and Alex Schwarz is the second short-term Wasps arrival from…
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Sam Smith
10 Feb 2021, 6:15
Agustin Creevy extends his short-term deal at London Irish
Veteran Argentina hooker Agustin Creevy is hoping his London Irish contract extension will pave the way for him to make the next W…
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Sam Smith
10 Feb 2021, 3:32
Marcus Smith signs long-term Harlequins contract extension
Months of speculation linking Marcus Smith to a switch to France or a rival Premiership club have now ended with his new Harlequin…
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Liam Heagney
10 Feb 2021, 3:00
Wasps tackle online bullies after Jacob Umaga deactivates his Instagram account
It has been a difficult few weeks for Jacob Umaga and Wasps are sticking up for him after he took drastic action on social media. …
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Chris Jones
09 Feb 2021, 9:23
Worcester issue statement in response to Fatialofa tweet over unpaid medical bills
Michael Fatialofa was hit with a six-figure medical bill in July last year and his Tuesday morning tweet generated a response from…
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Liam Heagney
09 Feb 2021, 6:21
Fatialofa tweet raises fresh concerns over hefty medical treatment bill
Concerns last year over a massive unpaid medical treatment bill have remerged after a tweet by Michael Fatialofa, the ex-Worcester…
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Josh Raisey
09 Feb 2021, 4:12
Gigena signs on at London Irish a day after Leicester release confirmed
It was Monday when Leicester announced the exits of Facundo Gigena and Blake Enever and the Argentine prop has now signed with Lon…
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Sam Smith
09 Feb 2021, 2:27
Six times rugby teammates squared up behind the scenes
Wales rugby captain Alun Wyn Jones sported a shiner last weekend courtesy of teammate Jake Ball after the pair had a behind the sc…
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Josh Raisey
09 Feb 2021, 1:20
'He is a different person' - Sanderson calls on Eddie Jones to end Yarde's four year England exile
Sale boss Alex Sanderson believes wing Marland Yarde is “playing the rugby of his life” and deserves to end a four-year exile …
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Chris Jones
08 Feb 2021, 7:53
London Irish confirm Sekope Kepu has left club for 'personal reasons'
The Australia international joined London Irish during the 2019/20 season, making the move from Super Rugby’s NSW Waratahs.
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Ciarán Kennedy
08 Feb 2021, 7:31
Leicester Tigers cut two internationals from their books
Leicester Tigers have parted company with two internationals forwards mid-season, releasing the pair early from their contracts as…
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Sam Smith
08 Feb 2021, 4:27
The day Dylan Hartley swung on teammate to make him a better player
Ben Foden recalled the training ground incident speaking on the latest episode of the RugbyPass Offload podcast.
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Ciarán Kennedy
08 Feb 2021, 3:27
Transfer twist as Mulipola to stay at Newcastle despite Grenoble unveiling him as new signing
Logovi'i Mulipola will be staying at Newcastle Falcons the club have confirmed, despite Grenoble revealing him as a new signing la…
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RugbyPass
08 Feb 2021, 2:18
Julian Montoya scores two tries on first start as Leicester bulldoze Worcester
Four of the five Leicester tries against Worcester came from driving mauls en route to picking up a third Premiership victory of t…
Another shocking first-half performance leaves Bath well beaten again
Bath were hammered 48-3 by Bristol eight days ago and they again produced a shocking first-half display versus Harlequins at The R…
'The second 50 we were rotten': Northampton boss Chris Boyd rubbishes his team's win
Northampton won their third Premiership match on the bounce on Saturday but the majority of the performance was rubbished by Chris…
Wasps suffer second successive home loss despite late fight back
Wasps crashed to a second home defeat in succession as resurgent Northampton won 22-17 to collect a third consecutive Gallagher Pr…
Skivington braced for return to former club 8 months after awkward exit
It's now eight months since George Skivington quit London Irish for Gloucester and he makes his first trip back there this Saturda…
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Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2021, 3:01
'Don't be a control freak over absolutely everything': Lee Blackett's secret to first-year success at Wasps
Set to reach the end of his first year in charge at Wasps, Lee Blackett outlines why he has been a success as a rookie Premiership…
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Liam Heagney
06 Feb 2021, 1:50
Alex Sanderson's reaction after Sale send message by toppling league leaders
Sale Director of Rugby Alex Sanderson was delighted as a gritty performance from his Sharks players saw them record an impressive …
Late Luke James try sees Sale end Bristol's Premiership winning streak
A try from Sale fullback Luke James three minutes from time proved decisive as leaders Bristol’s six-game winning run in the Pre…
Saracens name team for Ealing Trailfinders revenge mission
Saracens have named their team ahead of their home fixture against Ealing Trailfinders which is due to kick-off at the StoneX Stad…
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Ian Cameron
05 Feb 2021, 10:00
Grenoble claim they've signed Mulipola, a day after Dean Richards rubbished the move
Grenoble have claimed that they have signed Samoan tighthead Lologovi'i Mulipola, just a day after Newcastle Falcons Director of R…
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Ian Cameron
05 Feb 2021, 6:50
Montoya to make first start for Leicester Tigers
Argentina international Julian Montoya will make his starting appearance for the Leicester Tigers, against Worcester Warriors at M…
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RugbyPass
05 Feb 2021, 4:53
Vote to temporarily suspend Gallagher Premiership relegation has been delayed
A vote was meant to be taken on temporarily suspending relegation from the Gallagher Premiership for the 2020/21 season.
Premiership introducing fines for virus protocol breaches from this weekend
The Premiership has recently tightened protocols surrounding top-flight matches and another layer of sanctions come into effect th…
Chudley becomes second player in a week to leave Bath for Worcester
Christian Judge isn't the only Bath player to sign this week for Worcester as Will Chudley will also make the move for the 2021/22…
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Online Editors
03 Feb 2021, 8:36
'He hasn't signed anywhere': Richards dismisses claim that Mulipola is off to France
Reports from France this week stated that Logovi'i Mulipola had signed for Grenoble but Newcastle boss Dean Richards has rubbished…
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Chris Jones
03 Feb 2021, 8:05
Struggling Gloucester replace James Hanson with new signing Santiago Socino
It was December 2017 when Australian James Hanson joined Gloucester but he has now been replaced by new signing Santiago Socino.
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Online Editors
03 Feb 2021, 2:18
'No one could be working any harder': George Skivington's message to worried Gloucester fans
It's been a painful time for Gloucester since George Skivington took over, the latest loss coming with concerns over an injury to …
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Liam Heagney
02 Feb 2021, 11:51
Confirmed: Taufua joins Lyon after Leicester agree to early release
Leicester muddied the waters last Friday night regarding the signing of Jordan Taufua that was announced last Wednesday by Lyon.
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Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 10:57
Worcester make Christian Judge their second tighthead signing for next season
Worcester had already signed tighthead Jack Owlett from Wasps and now they have recruited another, this time Christian Judge from …
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Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 8:20
Confirmed: WillGriff John signs for Scarlets
Uncapped prop WillGriff John has long been tipped for a switch to Wales and he has finally confirmed he will be leaving Sale.
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Online Editors
02 Feb 2021, 7:23
'I do not have an open checkbook whatsoever' - Alex Sanderson calls in 'clinical psychologists'
Alex Sanderson is calling in clinical psychologists to help his Sale Sharks players unlock their potential and deal with the press…
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Chris Jones
01 Feb 2021, 11:58
Stormers back row Jaco Coetzee joins Bath as club confirm Mercer exit
Bath have confirmed the signing of Jaco Coetzee from the Stormers, a replacement for Zach Mercer, who the club confirmed is leavin…
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Ian Cameron
01 Feb 2021, 11:37
Worcester Warriors sign former Scotland U20s prop from Wasps
Worcester Warriors have snapped up former Scotland U20s prop Jack Owlett from Wasps. Owlett is a former student at Exeter Universi…
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Sam Smith
01 Feb 2021, 8:17
Report: Mulipola set to leave Newcastle Falcons for ProD2 deal
Juggernaut tighthead and crowd favourite Logovi'i Mulipola is set to leave Newcastle Falcons at the end of the current Premiership…
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Ian Cameron
01 Feb 2021, 7:27
'A good man lost his job last week and since then there has been a lot written about the club'
Harlequins and England scrum-half Danny Care admitted his side needed a reaction after the sudden departure of their head of rugby…
Harlequins make perfect start to post-Gustard era by swatting Wasps
Wasps’ impressive run of five consecutive wins came to an abrupt halt as they were blown away by Harlequins at the Ricoh Arena, …
Late call-up James Stokes among try scorers as London Irish see off Newcastle
Late call-up James Stokes was among the try scorers as London Irish withstood a late comeback from Newcastle to record a 31-22 Gal…
'I have got four plates in my jaw that are permanent... unfortunately, you get a minority that takes the law into their own hands and get away with it'
Before he became a Harlequins star, Alex Dombrandt considered quitting after twice having his jaw broken during on-pitch assaults …
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Liam Heagney
31 Jan 2021, 1:01
A fired-up Faf de Klerk spills over the advertising hoardings in scrap with Argentinian centre Moroni
The pair of internationals usually met when the Springboks play the Pumas in The Rugby Championship, but found one another in the …
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Sam Smith
30 Jan 2021, 15:11
How Rob Baxter reacted to Exeter almost blowing a 14-point lead against Premiership stragglers
Rob Baxter praised Exeter’s hard graft after the Gallagher Premiership champions edged past Worcester 21-17 at Sixways.
Bottom-dwellers Gloucester lose sixth match in seven outings
Norrthampton too good for their hosts in Gallagher Premiership contest.
Double champions Exeter finally bag first win of 2021, but Worcester make them sweat
Exeter produced a flying start at Sixways but the defending Premiership champions then lost their way and were left to sweat by Wo…
Borthwick comments muddy the waters over Taufua's Leicester exit
Comments made by Leicester Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick have thrown some doubt over Jordan Taufua's exit from the club.
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Ian Cameron
30 Jan 2021, 8:08
Lyon won't be signing Marcus Smith but they have taken interest in an Irish player's CV
Harlequins out-half Marcus Smith, the uncapped England prospect, has been linked to Top 14 and rival Premiership clubs in recent m…
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Liam Heagney
30 Jan 2021, 4:05
London Irish add ex-Italian international van Zyl to their coaching staff
South African franchise Cheetahs have recently been decimated and assistant Corniel van Zyl is the latest to leave, joining London…
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Online Editors
30 Jan 2021, 3:33
Pat Lam and Stuart Hooper's post match comments poles apart after thrashing
Bristol boss Pat Lam lavished praise on his team’s memorable first-half display after they sunk Gallagher Premiership rivals Bat…
New Sale boss marks Sharks coaching debut with win over Leicester Tigers
Alex Sanderson marked his first game in charge of Sale with a 25-15 victory over Leicester at Welford Road.
'Absolutely bonkers': Fans stunned by breathtaking Semi Radradra try in Bristol thumping of Bath
Semi Radradra has taken the rugby world by storm once again after scoring a scintillating 65-metre try against Bath in the Premier…
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Online Editors
29 Jan 2021, 14:52
Title contenders Bristol thrash Bath to strengthen Premiership lead
League leaders Bristol romped to a record 48-3 Premiership victory over Bath at Ashton Gate and emphatically underlined their titl…
Alex Dombrandt's dog walks have him backing the Gallagher Premiership's 'Tackling Tomorrow. Together' initiative
Walks around Guildford have opened the eyes of Alex Dombrandt of Harlequins to the struggles local businesses are facing in the pa…
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Liam Heagney
29 Jan 2021, 10:07
Baxter admits to his 'biggest mistake' after Exeter Chiefs mid-season wobble
Exeter are ready to reignite their season when they face Worcester in the Gallagher Premiership on Saturday after using the two-we…
Marler's availability is silver lining as Harlequins change 5 for first match since Gustard exit
It has been an unsettled time at Harlequins after Paul Gustard's sudden exit but a silver lining was Joe Marler not joining up wit…
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Liam Heagney
29 Jan 2021, 5:42
Richards: London Irish a 'top two' Premiership team
Newcastle boss Dean Richards is not known for his hyperbole which makes his assertion that London Irish are a “top two” Gallag…
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Chris Jones
29 Jan 2021, 4:58
A 2018 Barbarians appearance helped convince Worcester to sign Chris Ashton, but he won't debut this weekend
It has been revealed a 2018 appearance for the Barbarians vs England was a factor in convincing Worcester to sign Chris Ashton thi…
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Liam Heagney
29 Jan 2021, 3:44
'That was bad, really bad. He turned me inside out, I got an absolute spanking'
John Afoa can still feel the tension coursing through his teenage body on that cold night in Pukekohe in 2002.
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Jamie Lyall
29 Jan 2021, 2:55
John Afoa strikes again, 'taking the Mickey' out of Pat Lam and his Bristol staff
The mood has been good at Bristol during their 20-day break in between games, veteran John Afoa again starring at the Bears Got Ta…
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Liam Heagney
29 Jan 2021, 1:22
Leicester Tigers on brink of signing Springbok Marco van Staden
Leicester Tigers may already with have a replacement for Jordan Taufua, with Marco van Staden and the club very close to agreeing …
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Ian Cameron
29 Jan 2021, 0:02
'Performance culture expert' reviewing Gustard-less Harlequins and will report to the board next month
Ex-solicitor who now works as a performance culture expert was engaged by Harlequins to do a root and branch review before Paul Gu…
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Liam Heagney
28 Jan 2021, 11:11
'Not too fussed' - Mixed response to Lavinini exit at Welford Road
Tomas Lavanini’s exit from Welford Road at the end of the season does not appear to worry Leicester Tigers supporters too much.
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Josh Raisey
28 Jan 2021, 8:29
Caretaker Billy Millard has held his first Harlequins media briefing as Paul Gustard's replacement
Caretaker Billy Millard has spoken to the media eight days after being handed the reins at Harlequins following Paul Gustard's exi…
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Liam Heagney
28 Jan 2021, 7:22
Wasps sign England shadow Ali Crossdale from Saracens
Wasps have confirmed the signing of Saracens back Ali Crossdale, who will join the club at the end of the season.
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Sam Smith
28 Jan 2021, 7:07
'It's an honour when I play with him, but against Bristol all bets are off' - Matavesi rates Radradra 'best in the world'
Josh Matavesi insists his camaraderie with Semi Radradra will be discarded when he collides with his Fiji team-mate in Friday’s …
Four changes for Sale as new boss Alex Sanderson names team to face Leicester
Alex Sanderson is set to have his first match in charge of Sale two weeks after joining them as director of rugby from Saracens.
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Online Editors
28 Jan 2021, 5:54
'Fly-half is his No1 position': Ioan Lloyd to make first start as a Premiership ten
19-year-old Wales cap Ioan Lloyd has made his previous six Gallagher Premiership starts for Bristol at either wing or full-back.
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Liam Heagney
28 Jan 2021, 5:14
Confirmed: Will Rowlands is leaving Wasps for the PRO14 in Wales
Having made a 2020 Test level breakthrough, Will Rowlands was always going to have to leave Wasps to continue playing for Wales.
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Online Editors
28 Jan 2021, 4:40
Buffalo Bill's latest call is relatively good news for Christian Wade's NFL future
The dream is still alive for Christian Wade in the NFL as he is set to included in at least another season with the Buffalo Bills.
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Ian Cameron
28 Jan 2021, 4:32
Lavanini to leave Leicester Tigers for France
Giant Puma enforcer Tomas Lavanini is set to depart Leicester Tigers at the conclusion of the 2020/21 season to join Clermont in F…
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Ian Cameron
28 Jan 2021, 4:00
Gustard's comments after joining Benetton were telling about set-up at Harlequins: Andy Goode
The swift exit of Paul Gustard from Harlequins has raised eyebrows and the message coming out of the club about culture raises eve…
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Andy Goode
27 Jan 2021, 11:51
Wasps sign Ealing tighthead Millar-Mills
New Wasps recruit Elliot Millar-Mills was involved in the recent Trailfinders Cup win by Ealing over Billy Vunipola's Saracens.
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Online Editors
27 Jan 2021, 8:33
'Now I'm close to it, the actual main goal is to beat Mark Cueto'
Chris Ashton is just 4 tries behind Tom Varndell on the all-time Premiership list but he has quipped how beating pal Mark Cueto is…
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Liam Heagney
27 Jan 2021, 2:00
'I was picking his brains': Tom Youngs is nearly 7 years older than Leicester's latest recruit but the learning never stops
Veteran Tom Youngs has an interesting few months ahead at Leicester following the arrival of Argentine hooker Julian Montoya.
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Liam Heagney
27 Jan 2021, 1:22
'It was pretty competitive, I'll tell you': Leicester revive old school tactic of full-on, in-house trial match
Without a match since January 3, Leicester got stuck into each with a trial game in which skipper Tom Youngs was on the losing sid…
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Liam Heagney
26 Jan 2021, 12:20
The faith-restoring promise made to Bath after Premiership testing blunder
Bath were forced to close their training ground last week after results in their Premiership virus testing round were miscalculate…
Ashton's first Worcester media conference: Quins fallout, family upheaval and that sought-after Premiership try record
England wing Chris Ashton has taken his first media conference as a Worcester player after signing from Harlequins at the start of…
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Liam Heagney
26 Jan 2021, 9:53
Bath finally complete signing of South African Jacques du Toit
It was December when RugbyPass first reported that Jacques du Toit of the Cheetahs would be signing for Bath in the new year.
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Online Editors
26 Jan 2021, 7:41
'Some Quins players had clandestine meetings with the CEO': The Rugby Pod's inside story on hurried Gustard exit
Reports last week suggested Paul Gustard was sacked for poor results but The Rugby Pod have a different take on what happened at H…
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Liam Heagney
26 Jan 2021, 6:56
Paul Gustard has landed a surprise new job in Italy just 6 days after leaving Harlequins
There was much speculation about the next destination for Paul Gustard after he left Harlequins last week but Italy wasn't mention…
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Liam Heagney
26 Jan 2021, 4:01
'Has he completed the Premiership set now?': Chris Ashton joins illustrious club - but not the one you think
In the amateur days of rugby, it was not unusual for top players to represent one club throughout their long and storied careers. …
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Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 19:07
Former All Blacks selector and inaugural North Harbour coach passes away
Former All Blacks selector and USA, Bristol and North Harbour coach Peter Thorburn has passed away following a short illness.
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Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 16:35
Game starved Saracens have organised another two friendlies.
Saracens have organised two friendly fixtures against Coventry Rugby for February as they bid to get their squad some much-needed …
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Ian Cameron
25 Jan 2021, 11:12
'They felt it would be best to amputate my leg' - Bobby de Wee and the 'shark attack'
Bobby de Wee likes to tell people that the vivid scar running from his left hip to his knee is the legacy of a childhood shark att…
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Jamie Lyall
25 Jan 2021, 11:07
Worcester Warriors confirm signing of Chris Ashton
Ashton has joined the injury-hit club with immediate effect on a contract to the end of the 2021/22 season.
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Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 8:19
Wasps boss confirms extent of Joe Launchbury's leg break
Wasps boss Lee Blackett has revealed England lock Joe Launchbury will be out for six weeks with a stress fracture but believes he …
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Chris Jones
25 Jan 2021, 6:35
Double boost for Harlequins as both Chisholm brothers sign new contracts
Ross Chisholm extends a 12-season relationship with Harlequins, while younger brother James recently played his 100th game for the…
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Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 4:23
Paolo Odogwu's stunning form rewarded with new Wasps deal
The 23-year-old is Wasps’ leading try scorer this season, with six tries in just eight games so far this term.
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Online Editors
25 Jan 2021, 2:35
'There were tears and I broke down in front of the missus one day... I'd do anything to go back and play'
The one-year anniversary of the tackle-causing stroke which ended the career of Bristol midfielder Will Hurrell didn't pass withou…
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Liam Heagney
24 Jan 2021, 2:17
'That was pure speculation. I have not been involved in any of that stuff since I was a young kid'
Two Alun Walker tries helped Ealing beat Saracens and saw him linked to a Scotland call-up, but he isn't the type to easily get ca…
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Liam Heagney
24 Jan 2021, 2:02
Reports: Jaco Coetzee is Zach Mercer's rumoured replacement at Bath
Bath may have found their replacement for Montpellier bound No.8 Zach Mercer, at least according to social media reports last nigh…
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Ian Cameron
24 Jan 2021, 1:59
'He was on his bed stark-bollock naked, they ran in, flipped his bed, turned his room over and then just legged it'
Mike Brown has picked ex-England and Harlequins forward Nick Easter as the ninth player to be selected on the RugbyPass Offload To…
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Liam Heagney
24 Jan 2021, 1:53
Harlequins admit Gustard did not suit their environment
Harlequins have revealed in a searingly honest verdict on Paul Gustard’s time as Head of Rugby why they had to part company with…
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Chris Jones
23 Jan 2021, 4:57
'You do get some autocratic bullies as coaches. It's my way or the highway and they surround themselves with yes men'
Former Premiership and PRO14 tighthead John Andress, who is now an agent, has reflected on the coaches he encountered during his l…
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Liam Heagney
23 Jan 2021, 4:05
'Rugby's a bit dull at the moment': Danny Cipriani hits out at England playing ahead of Six Nations campaign
Star playmaker Danny Cipriani has hit out at England's "dull" style of play on the same weekend that England boss Eddie Jones name…
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Online Editors
22 Jan 2021, 20:34
'Delighted to extend my stay at the club I love': Care signs Harlequins extension
It was 2006 when Danny Care first played for Harlequins and the 34-year isn't leaving yet as he has just agreed to a contract exte…
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Online Editors
22 Jan 2021, 4:38
Bath Rugby statement: Randox testing error
Bath have said they were extremely relieved to hear of the false alarm regarding their Covid-19, which incorrectly suggested 19 pe…
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Online Editors
21 Jan 2021, 12:37
Premiership Rugby admit testing error erroneously caused Bath training ground shutdown
A cloud was left hanging over the Premiership on Tuesday when test results led to the closure of the Bath training ground at Farle…
'We're not going to get relegated' - Gloucester CEO wants to scrap relegation
Gloucester CEO Lance Bradley says he wants to scrap relegation, for this season at least, as the result of dropping to the Champio…
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Ian Cameron
21 Jan 2021, 7:40
Malakai Fekitoa has shared a picture to gladden the hearts of all Wasps fans
It nearly 15 weeks - an October 10 semi-final vs Bristol - since powerhouse midfielder Malakai Fekitoa was last seen in action wit…
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Josh Raisey
21 Jan 2021, 7:23
Paul Gustard's 'other opportunities' don't include Wales defence role
Former Harlequins head coach Paul Gustard - who dramatically departed the Gallagher Premiership club mid-season - had not been lin…
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Ian Cameron
21 Jan 2021, 3:49
Paul Gustard has left Harlequins with immediate effect
It was summer 2018 when ex-England assistant Paul Gustard succeeded John Kingston as director of rugby at Harlequins.
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Online Editors
20 Jan 2021, 6:54
Confirmed: Julian Montoya joins Leicester with immediate effect
Steve Borthwick's Leicester have signed off on a deal for Argentina hooker Julian Montoya to link up with them with immediate effe…
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Online Editors
20 Jan 2021, 5:46
'There are many people out there who think they know better' - Simon Orange pens open letter to Sale fans
With Champions Cup games cancelled, Sale boss Simon Orange has explained why the Premiership didn't bring games forward to fill th…
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Online Editors
20 Jan 2021, 3:56
Kyle Sinckler's riveting citing hearing evidence: Claims tackle was potential leg-breaker, accuses Exeter players of laughing at him
The short form judgment wasn't published last week when Kyle Sinckler was banned but the RFU have now revealed what happened at th…
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Liam Heagney
20 Jan 2021, 2:04
'If you haven't been in a scrum for 8 months you're going to come back and be saying, How do I do this again?'
Logovi'i Mulipola explains his Gloucester detour, saying he couldn't handle the thought of 8 'boring' months in between games at N…
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Chris Jones
19 Jan 2021, 11:49
'He's sorry for leaving, he wants his house back': The Rugby Pod debates Chris Ashton's next move
The future of veteran winger Chris Ashton is unclear as he is leaving Harlequins, whom he joined last March after exiting Sale in …
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Liam Heagney
19 Jan 2021, 10:59
'No grudges': Dai Young breaks silence on 11-month-old Wasps departure ahead of first outing back at Cardiff
It was February last year when the long-serving Dai Young parted company with Wasps, the Premiership club where his son Thomas sti…
'Anxious time for us all': Bath shut their training ground
Bath, who were last in Premiership action on January 8, have had their training ground closed following the latest round of virus …
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Online Editors
19 Jan 2021, 6:42
Video: Clip shows new Sale boss Alex Sanderson delivering inspired introductory speech to his squad
Alex Sanderson has quickly got to work with Sale, delivering an inspired introductory speech at the Premiership club's training gr…
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Online Editors
19 Jan 2021, 4:24
Bath announce signing of South African flyhalf on 18-month contract
The 29-year-old, who was linked with a move to the club last year, has put pen to paper on an 18-month contract.
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Online Editors
18 Jan 2021, 10:05
Reports: 14-team Premiership could pull up relegation ladder next season
Premiership Rugby could be set to pull up the draw bridge and ring-fence the league next season, according to reports.
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Ian Cameron
18 Jan 2021, 9:21
'It's not nice to hear, 'Oh, he's too small'... that kind of chat, which I've had all my career'
At 5'8'' and 72kgs, Randall is not the most physically imposing scrum-half, but his superb form for Bristol is making light of any…
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Online Editors
18 Jan 2021, 3:43
'Early on, Cipriani was brilliant... but things did change. When I became more of a threat'
Danny Cipriani's former understudy at Gloucester says that their relationship changed when he started becoming more of a threat to…
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Ian Cameron
17 Jan 2021, 9:30
'It's so hard for an international player to play in a game like this and not get frustrated at times - with your team-mates and with the opposition'
Billy Vunipola’s first appearance for six weeks met with the approval of his Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall.
Billy Vunipola powerless to stop Ealing humbling Saracens
Billy Vunipola completed Saracens’ first match since their relegation from the Gallagher Premiership but the England number eigh…
Arrested development during a pandemic? Not on Bristol's watch when it comes to minding the kids
With no Premiership Shield and no opportunity to go on loan, young player developmnent is challenging but Bristol sound like they …
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Online Editors
16 Jan 2021, 3:24
Ealing Trailfinders sign Bobby de Wee
Ealing Trailfinders have confirmed that they signed South African Bobby de Wee from the Southern Kings.
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Ian Cameron
15 Jan 2021, 9:56
'I haven't got a bad word to say about Steve Diamond... I would hate to think I was jumping into an open grave'
Alex Sanderson has paid tribute to Steve Diamond, the man he is replacing as Sale Sharks director of rugby, and insisted he is not…
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Chris Jones
15 Jan 2021, 8:08
Former England centre lauds 'special human' Sanderson
Former Saracens captain Brad Barritt has described his former coach Alex Sanderson as “one of the best in the game”, after he …
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Josh Raisey
15 Jan 2021, 7:48
Alex Sanderson's open letter to Saracens: 'It's with a heavy heart...'
Having ended a 17-year career at Saracens, new Sale Sharks Director of Rugby Alex Sanderson has written an open letter to the club…
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Online Editors
15 Jan 2021, 3:49
Sale Sharks confirm Alex Sanderson as new DoR
Sale Sharks have confirmed that Saracens forward coach Alex Sanderson will take over as their new Director of Rugby.
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Online Editors
15 Jan 2021, 2:59
Saracens: American investment firm in talks to buy £20m share in club
Saracens are involved in ongoing talks with a number of investors in a bid to raise £20m by selling 50 per cent of owner Nigel Wr…
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Chris Jones
15 Jan 2021, 1:45
Exeter's verdict on how Jack Nowell is coping mentally 12 weeks into his latest long injury layoff
England's Jack Nowell is on the road to recovery after playing through the pain barrier to help Exeter win the Premiership/Europea…
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Liam Heagney
15 Jan 2021, 1:17
'Alex Sanderson is the biggest loss at Saracens bar an Owen Farrell or a Maro Itoje'
Ex-England back row Alex Sanderson has become a massively respected part of the furniture at Saracens since he retired from playin…
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Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2021, 7:28
'It's f***in' bleak... Saracens will get a shock': Gary Graham on what life will be like for the relegated Londoners in the Championship
Gary Graham has a Championship warning for Saracens after emerging at Jersey and then experiencing the second-tier again with Newc…
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Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2021, 6:23
'It's crazy' - Odogwu has had conversations with Italy and England
Wasps back Paolo Odogwu says he has had conversations with both Eddie Jones' England and Franco Smith's Italy, following a fine ve…
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Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2021, 5:42
'Alex knows how South Africans think, what makes them tick... it is a brilliant move from Sale'
Former Saracens boss Brendan Venter believes Alex Sanderson, who is set to be named Sale Sharks new director of rugby, is a “bri…
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Chris Jones
14 Jan 2021, 4:04
Referee JP Doyle still in dark over exactly why he was singled out for RFU redundancy
It is now five months since it emerged that popular Premiership referee JP Doyle was made redundant by the Twickenham-based RFU in…
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Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2021, 3:24
Exeter react to Tomas Francis exit, outline who they are looking at to replace him
Tomas Francis has been on the books at Exeter since 2014 but he has now been forced to leave by being 8 caps short of the WRU's 60…
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Liam Heagney
14 Jan 2021, 1:52
Western Force lose Argentina's Julian Montoya to England
The Western Force's Argentine contingent has been cut by one after star hooker Julian Montoya was forced to renege on his contract…
Baxter does Premiership fixtures U-turn, issues update on Simmonds injury
Exeter boss Rob Baxter voiced a call last Saturday asking Premiership officials to bring forward fixtures to fill the void left by…
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Liam Heagney
13 Jan 2021, 11:09
New Worcester head coach picks out his one downside to two-week break in England
Premiership clubs in England have no games over the next two weekends, something Worcester coach Jonathan Thomas believes is mostl…
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Online Editors
13 Jan 2021, 2:13
'It's not ideal': Chris Ashton criticises Premiership's decision not to play on
Harlequins winger Chris Ashton isn't happy after the Gallagher Premiership opted for a rest period rather than rescheduling games.…
Surgery rules Nanai out for rest of season at Worcester
Melani Nanai was a huge signing for Worcester when he arrived in 2019 but he has now suffered a second serious injury in England.
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Online Editors
12 Jan 2021, 7:43
Bristol sign Saracens scrum-half Tom Whiteley
Just days after singing the praises of Harry Randall, Pat Lam has recruited another scrum-half in the guise of Tom Whiteley of Sar…
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Online Editors
12 Jan 2021, 5:34
Ellis Genge wins the internet with hilarious spin on Will Greenwood Tweet
England and Leicester Tigers’ Ellis Genge continues to show why he is such a popular figure online.
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Josh Raisey
11 Jan 2021, 11:13
Premiership Rugby to take mid-season break after suspension of Champions Cup and Challenge Cup seasons
The two European Cups were put on ice on Tuesday after the French government directed its clubs to postpone their participation in…
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Online Editors
11 Jan 2021, 10:40
'We must stop this' - The weekend referee respect in rugby took an ugly turn
The past weekend’s action was marred by a series of encounters with referees which have brought rugby’s values into question.
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Josh Raisey
11 Jan 2021, 8:48
Former England prop cites Kyle Sinckler for foul-mouthed exchange with referee
Sinckler, who subsequently posted an apology on Twitter, will appear before a disciplinary panel on Tuesday.
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Online Editors
11 Jan 2021, 5:46
Sinckler-Dickson incident was three refereeing conundrums rolled into one
Premiership referee and former Harlequins scrum-half Karl Dickson had a taste of this experience on Saturday – and to his credit…
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Paul Smith
11 Jan 2021, 4:18
'We've got to create space': Premiership bosses want games moved forward if European fixtures called off
Rob Baxter and Pat Lam believe that Gallagher Premiership games should be moved forward if necessary to free up fixture schedule s…
'It's deja vu... The team is hurting' - Paul Gustard bemoans another Harlequins collapse
Paul Gustard lamented an all-too familiar implosion by Harlequins as a comfortable lead against London Irish ended in a 27-27 Gall…
Alex Sanderson to be unveiled as new Sale Sharks DoR
Saracens' long-time forward guru Alex Sanderson is set to take over at Sale Sharks as director of rugby, RugbyPass understands.
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Ian Cameron
10 Jan 2021, 11:00
Paddy Jackson denies Harlequins at the death
Paddy Jackson landed a tricky conversion in the final minute to rescue London Irish a 27-27 Gallagher Premiership draw at The Stoo…
Mike Brown to sign for Newcastle Falcons
Former England stalwart Mike Brown is set to swap London for Newcastle, with the fullback set to link back up with former Harlequi…
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Ian Cameron
10 Jan 2021, 9:00
'He is getting there... However, he will be the first to say there is a still lot more to come from him'
Dean Richards watched Newcastle wing Adam Radwan embarrass England’s Jonny May with a combination of pace and footwork and then …
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Chris Jones
10 Jan 2021, 6:50
Saracens reveal new stadium and kit sponsor after 2020 split with Allianz
A year on from the peak of the salary cap scandal that preceded their split with Allianz and Saracens have revealed their new main…
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Online Editors
10 Jan 2021, 6:07
Francois Hougaard said to have signed for the Bulls
Francois Hougaard could be the latest Springbok to be lured back to South Africa by Jake White's Blue Bulls franchise.
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Online Editors
10 Jan 2021, 3:18
Bath's young star ends England chances by signing for French club Montpellier at 23-years-old
Bath Rugby's young back rower Zach Mercer has signed with French club Montpellier for next season according to a report by the Dai…
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Online Editors
09 Jan 2021, 20:00
'He is only 70kg, but it is not the size': The lightweight Bristol Bear with dual eligibility who is tipped for international honours
Bristol replaced Exeter as league leaders following an outstanding display, with victory secured through tries by centre Semi Radr…
Kyle Sinckler issues Twitter apology for 'heat of the moment' comment to referee Karl Dickson
Bristol Bears prop Kyle Sinckler has issued a Twitter apology after a comment he made to referee Karl Dickson during his side's vi…
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Ian Cameron
09 Jan 2021, 12:23
'I'm very disappointed' - Bottom dwelling Gloucester rue leaving Kingston Park empty handed
Gloucester boss George Skivington feels his side lacks a killing instinct after a 22-10 loss at Newcastle left them rooted to the …
Semi Radradra strikes with the telling blow as champions Exeter lose again
The top of the Gallagher Premiership table clash at Exeter swung the way of Bristol with a try from Semi Radradra on 69 minutes. …
'It ain't on': Yellow carding of 2 props at same time in Exeter versus Bristol game criticised by Ellis Genge
The top of the table Premiership meeting between Exeter and Bristol struggled for first-half momentum due to a malfunctioning scru…
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Liam Heagney
09 Jan 2021, 9:57
Radwan steps England star Jonny May as Newcastle put struggling Gloucester on ice
Newcastle continued their fine start to the Premiership season with a 22-10 victory over struggling Gloucester at a frozen Kingsto…
'It's scary actually' - How one Sale Sharks teammate tells the Curry twins apart
Sale Sharks No.8 Josh Beaumont explains how he can tell Tom and Ben Curry - the club's identical twins - apart.
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Ian Cameron
09 Jan 2021, 4:52
Nemani Nadolo can't get his head around criticism of 11-try Bath vs Wasps thriller
The online reaction to the Friday night Gallagher Premiership try-fest featuring Bath and Wasps has bemused Leicester winger Neman…
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Liam Heagney
09 Jan 2021, 4:51
'It would be a lie if I didn't say there were some markers we wanted to put down'
There were fears the 2020/21 Premiership could suffer without the Exeter versus Saracens rivalry but Chiefs versus Bristol can fil…
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Liam Heagney
09 Jan 2021, 3:29
Video: It's edge-of-your-seat stuff as two-try Paolo Odogwu lights up The Rec
Paolo Odogwu wasn't part of the Wasps XV at the start of the season but his form in recent weeks at No13 and right wing has been e…
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Online Editors
09 Jan 2021, 2:42
'He's a tough bugger': Bristol's verdict on the progress of 79kg scrum-half Harry Randall
Bristol boss Pat Lam was smitten when he first saw scrum-half Harry Randall play for Hartpury against the Bears in the 2017/18 Cha…
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Liam Heagney
09 Jan 2021, 2:05
Six of the best signings for 2021/22 so far
Though the 2020/21 season is nowhere near reaching its conclusion yet, clubs are already looking ahead to next season in terms of …
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Josh Raisey
09 Jan 2021, 0:28
'We've still got a lot of areas to improve on': Sale boss vents frustration despite Sharks win over Worcester
Sale interim head coach Paul Deacon was unhappy with the display against Worcester Warriors, despite seeing his side secure a seco…
'Probably his biggest weakness as a winger was probably the lack of involvements in the game'
Lee Blackett hailed Wasps’ clinical finishing after they beat Bath 52-44 in an 11-try Gallagher Premiership spectacular at the R…
'For the Lions to be in England would be a bit odd, but I can't complain - if I got picked, I wouldn't care where it is'
The centre is among the England internationals returning to action after a rest period.
Sale make it back-to-back Premiership wins with battling triumph over Worcester
Sale Sharks secured their second consecutive Gallagher Premiership victory under interim head coach Paul Deacon with a battling 20…
How Lima Sopoaga's 'scary but liberating' therapy inspired return to form
Ex-All Blacks first-five Lima Sopoaga has opened up about how a therapist helped turn around his rugby form on English soil, sayin…
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Online Editors
08 Jan 2021, 14:24
Wasps continue winning run by edging out Bath in high-scoring clash
Wasps recorded a fifth successive victory in all competitions as they beat Bath 52-44 in an epic Gallagher Premiership encounter.
'Not enough games disrupted for that to be a reason to force a ring-fencing'
There have been calls for Premiership relegation to be scrapped but the message coming out of Bath is very different to that.
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Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2021, 8:40
Rob Baxter called out by senior Exeter players during internal meeting over media comments
Rob Baxter’s recognition in the New Year Honours list did not deter his players from taking him to task in the aftermath of Exet…
Wasps sign Georgian international Lasha Jaiani
Wasps have signed Georgian international Lasha Jaiani, who featured for the Lelos in the recently concluded Autumn Nations Cup.
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Ian Cameron
08 Jan 2021, 4:55
Exeter recall England 4, Bristol make 6 changes
Defending champions Exeter hosting joint top rivals Bristol is the game of the weekend it the latest round of Gallagher Premiershi…
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Online Editors
08 Jan 2021, 4:45
'Snowball fight to decide the winner, Gloucester?'
The pandemic has done much to affect the Premiership but bad weather is the latest headache ahead of the Gloucester visit to Newca…
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Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2021, 3:15
'Would I like to play myself if I was a young loosehead? No, I wouldn't.'
All Black prop Jeff Toomaga-Allen loves to make an impact and the decibel level will significantly increase when he takes to the p…
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Chris Jones
08 Jan 2021, 2:58
'The main thing for me at Sale is I can't really slag anyone off, I probably wasn't all there myself'
Bath had to pay a fee in excess of £100,000 to Sale last February to recruit Cameron Redpath and they seem to now be reaping the …
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Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2021, 2:34
'You'll no longer be warming up at the normal end, you swap ends so you're always behind the defensive end'
Harlequins boss Paul Gustard admits players will have to fight their instincts to comply with enhanced Premiership Rugby regulatio…
'You could see some ridiculous celebrations'
London Irish have scored just three tries in the Premiership but Declan Kidney has predicted what may happen after a clampdown on …
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Liam Heagney
08 Jan 2021, 1:00
The Bath verdict on Ben Spencer after 14 appearances since his switch from Saracens
Ben Spencer won a load of trophies with Saracens and the scrum-half is now bringing that experience into the mix at ambitious Bath…
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Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2021, 10:45
Gloucester lock Ed Slater banned for 4 games
Last Saturday's Gloucester vs Sale match at Kingsholm was a feisty affair and an incident has resulted in a ban until February 2 f…
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Online Editors
07 Jan 2021, 7:09
Dan du Preez banned for 3 weeks after clash with Gloucester's Chris Harris
The intervention by Dan du Preez at a ruck in Kingsholm last Saturday generated much commentary and the Sale player has now been b…
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Online Editors
07 Jan 2021, 6:22
'I don't think it's really appropriate when people are quite ill'
Irish got four points despite being to blame for two Premiership cancellations but Declan Kidney deems it inappropriate to talk ab…
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Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2021, 5:49
'For me to sit here now and say it should shut up shop, I just couldn't do that and be honest with myself'
It was 2010 when Exeter first joined the Premiership and Rob Baxter has now shared his thoughts on the current ring-fencing debate…
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Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2021, 4:51
Former England fullback to make first Premiership start of the season for Worcester Warriors
England full-back Chris Pennell will make his first Gallagher Premiership appearance of the season for Warriors against Sale Shark…
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Online Editors
07 Jan 2021, 4:29
An 'alignment group' and 'ABC' analysis - how Bristol have upped the dressing room ante during recent Premiership intervals
Bristol have looked a transformed team in recent Premiership second-halves and Pat Lam has explained what they get up to at half-t…
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Liam Heagney
06 Jan 2021, 10:35
Freddie Burns suggests bizarre Japanese way to decide points split for cancelled Premiership games
Ex-Bath out-half Freddie Burns is now playing in Japan and he has come across a novel way for the Premiership to decide its cancel…
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Josh Raisey
06 Jan 2021, 9:53
Ice baths and face-to-face try celebrations banned as Premiership introduce a raft of tightened protocols
With five games cancelled in twelve days, Premiership officials have introduced a list of new protocols, including a ban on try ce…
Promotion for Thomas at Worcester, new deal for loan recruit Moyle at Gloucester
Jonathan Thomas returned to Worcester from Bristol during the first lockdown while Kyle Moyle made the Premiership step-up from Co…
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Online Editors
06 Jan 2021, 8:56
Light shed on Alex Cuthbert's latest injury absence which is now 14 weeks and counting
Ex-Wales winger Alex Cuthbert made an instant impact at Exeter when he joined in 2018 but he has since been struck by series of in…
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Liam Heagney
06 Jan 2021, 8:21
'It does impact on the integrity of the competition': Number of cancelled Premiership matches now stands at 5
Tensions are rising near the foot of the Gallagher Premiership table due to the glut of cancellations involving Worcester and many…
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Chris Jones
06 Jan 2021, 4:57
Northampton shut training ground after cancellation of next Saturday's derby with Leicester
Fears initially emerged on Tuesday that next weekend's Gallagher Premiership derby between Northampton and Leicester was in jeopar…
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Online Editors
06 Jan 2021, 4:15
Gloucester snap up another recruit from Scotland, this time Edinburgh's Andrew Davidson
With Adan Hastings already signed for next season, Gloucester have gone back to Scotland to snap up Edinburgh forward Andrew David…
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Online Editors
05 Jan 2021, 7:51
Doubts emerge over Northampton's Premiership derby with Leicester
Having had their Premiership game las Sunday cancelled at London Irish, Northampton now have doubts about their next game with Lei…
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Online Editors
05 Jan 2021, 7:29
'The Dan du Preez incident has been blown out of all proportion': Sale latest on citing and brawl-causing water carrier incidents
A citing involving Dan du Preez from Saturday versus Gloucester has generated headlines for Sale as has a brawl involving their wa…
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Liam Heagney
05 Jan 2021, 6:00
Two players cited following fiery Gloucester Sale game
Gloucester lock Ed Slater and Sale number eight Daniel Du Preez have been cited following Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership match…
Duhan van der Merwe signs for Worcester Warriors
In a move rumoured for weeks, Worcester Warriors have confirmed the recruitment of Scotland international wing Duhan van der Merwe…
Scotland prop Welsh rejoins Newcastle Falcons
Former Scotland prop Jon Welsh has rejoined Newcastle Falcons, the club have confirmed.
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Online Editors
04 Jan 2021, 7:26
The specialist training making Wasps Premiership breakdown kings
Defence coach Ian Costello has revealed the specialist training that has turned Wasps into the outstanding breakdown team in the G…
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Chris Jones
04 Jan 2021, 7:05
Family tragedies behind Diamond quitting Sale Sharks
Former Sale Sharks Director of Rugby Steve Diamond has opened up about a string of family tragedies that lead to him making the de…
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Ian Cameron
04 Jan 2021, 2:18
Bayonne refuse to play Leicester and Zebre in Challenge Cup
Bayonne had their Top 14 fixture against Castres on December 26 postponed following a number of positive tests.
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Online Editors
04 Jan 2021, 1:54
Bath DoR gives verdict on Leicester Tigers' star George Ford
Bath director of rugby Stuart Hooper lauded George Ford’s performance as the Leicester fly-half steered his side to a 36-31 come…
'So inconsistent' - Scottish international who had to leave field after brutal hit calls out TMO decision
Gloucester star Chris Harris has called out a decision that led him being removed from the field for a HIA, yet saw no repercussio…
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Ian Cameron
03 Jan 2021, 9:58
Northampton Saints awarded win over London Irish following cancellation
Northampton Saints have been awarded four league points by Premiership Rugby, following the cancellation of the club’s Gallagher…
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Online Editors
03 Jan 2021, 9:05
England prospect Alfie Barbeary could be out for up to 3 months
Standout Wasps forward Alfie Barbeary is likely to be out for up to twelve weeks, Wasps' head coach Lee Blackett has confirmed.
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Online Editors
03 Jan 2021, 4:57
Waterboy incident: 'Emotions boil over, and I think a lot of people make it a bigger issue than it actually is'
Sale Sharks interim head coach Paul Deacon saluted his players’ “commitment to the cause” after they toppled Gloucester 22-1…
Waterboy incident ignites sideline brawl as Sale Sharks grab win over Gloucester
Sale Sharks claimed a first victory of interim head coach Paul Deacon’s reign as they beat Gloucester 22-19 at Kingsholm thanks …
Video: Rees-Zammit starts 2021 with electric try just days after Ian McGeechan name-checks him as Lions tour bolter
Louis Rees-Zammit was name-checked as a Lions tour bolter earlier this week and he started his 2021 with Gloucester with an exhila…
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Liam Heagney
02 Jan 2021, 9:46
'We wanted to send out a statement, wanted to almost shock them with our physicality'
Beaten in the London rain ten weeks ago in the 2019/20 final, Wasps were in a mission in their Premiership rematch with champions …
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Online Editors
02 Jan 2021, 9:01
Bonus-earning Wasps hammer champions Exeter despite loss of Jack Willis to injury
Exeter completed their league and cup double with a Premiership final win over Wasps 10 weeks ago but revenge was served in Ricoh …
The grape-into-wine analogy that left Pat Lam smiling heading into 2021 with his Bristol Bears
2020 Premiership rugby will be remembered for the difficulties caused by the pandemic but Bristol boss Pat Lam isn't all doom and …
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Liam Heagney
02 Jan 2021, 5:08
Wasps' verdict on winger Paolo Odogwu's rare four-game run as their starting No13
Paolo Odogwu is more recognised as a winger at Wasps but he recently enjoyed a four-game run as Lee Blackett's starting No13.
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Liam Heagney
02 Jan 2021, 3:41
Premiership statement: Worcester and Quins split points over abandoned match
Harlequins and Worcester have split their points following their abandoned match, with Warriors getting four points and the win an…
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Online Editors
02 Jan 2021, 3:18
'Everyone needs to be a little careful' - Double-winning Exeter's response to latest Esportif Premiership player salary report
Esportif's salary report claims No10 is best-paid Premiership position and openside the worst, but Exeter aren't reading much into…
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Liam Heagney
02 Jan 2021, 2:31
'It has always been a perception based on how I conduct myself away from the pitch'
Wasps captain Joe Launchbury has cranked up his physicality in the belief his calm demeanour has created a false perception.
Bristol end Newcastle's winning start to the season
Newcastle suffered their first defeat of the Gallagher Premiership season as Bristol claimed a 29-17 bonus-point win on New Year…
'I am fine' - Leicester Tigers boss Borthwick working remotely after testing positive
Leicester Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick is having to work remotely after testing positive for COVID-19.
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Chris Jones
01 Jan 2021, 6:28
'We've got a plan and it's a very similar plan to what we were going to use in the final'
A rematch of the Gallagher Premiership final sees Baxter’s double winners look to improve on a poor record at the Ricoh Arena.
Ten of rugby's brightest young talents set to shine in 2021
We have scoured the globe for 10 of rugby's top young talents to keep an eye on in 2021, with age-grade rugby having been cancelle…
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Alex Shaw
01 Jan 2021, 1:57
'I asked someone what do they mean by hairdryer. I'd never heard that expression'
Pat Lam was compared to Alex Ferguson following the Boxing Day win at Harlequins but the comparison was lost on the Bristol boss. …
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Liam Heagney
31 Dec 2020, 10:50
Exeter and Wasps dominate 2020's Premiership stats
The pandemic threw unprecedented amounts of disruption at the sport across the globe, as it did with all aspects of life, and Gall…
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Online Editors
31 Dec 2020, 8:48
England centre Ollie Devoto linked with shock move to Wasps
England centre Ollie Devoto has been linked with a shock move away from double-winning Exeter Chiefs, with speculation suggesting …
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Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2020, 7:30
Piutau and Sinckler set for Bristol Bears return
Charles Piutau is set to play his first game for Bristol Bears kick since injuring himself last October, as Pat Lam's side take on…
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Online Editors
31 Dec 2020, 4:16
The one Premiership Covid-19 protocol that Northampton boss Chris Boyd still can't fully get his head around
Chris Boyd is chuffed with how Northampton have risen to the challenge of Covid but one Premiership protocol continues to bemuse t…
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Liam Heagney
31 Dec 2020, 3:43
'I had a two-year deal with them' - Why Cobus Wiese turned down Saracens
The final month of an unprecedented year has seen Cobus Wiese face the shock exit of Steve Diamond, Sale Shark’s director of rug…
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Chris Jones
31 Dec 2020, 2:07
Irish have second successive match cancelled as Premiership officials confirm 33 positive tests across 10 clubs
Hopes that London Irish could bounce back healthy this week following their Premiership game cancellation at Bath have been unfrui…
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Online Editors
30 Dec 2020, 11:33
Testing change ensures Bristol's New Year Day game goes ahead despite absence of all 6 front rowers from win at Quins
Bristol have lost 1 front row to Covid and 5 others to isolation protocols but their Premiership game against Newcastle will still…
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Liam Heagney
30 Dec 2020, 8:18
Front row issue sees Harlequins' January 1 game at Worcester cancelled
Having lost two Premiership games to Covid in the Boxing Day round of fixtures, Harlequins vs Worcester this New Year weekend is a…
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Online Editors
30 Dec 2020, 6:48
'Missing them? I wouldn't think so' - League leaders Exeter on Premiership life without fierce rivals Saracens
Exeter have netted four bonus-point wins in four Premiership games but they insist the league isn't suffering from the absence of …
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Liam Heagney
30 Dec 2020, 5:18
'I had to have a word with him and I used the word stupid'
Charlie Atkinson has bounced back from being recklessly hit by Owen Farrell, but his teenage exuburence isn't fully to the liking …
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Liam Heagney
30 Dec 2020, 1:46
Chris Boyd's blunt verdict on Northampton's underwhelming 2020
Northampton were tipped to challenge for honours at the start of 2020 but the Chris Boyd set-up won just 6 of 24 matches this cale…
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Liam Heagney
29 Dec 2020, 10:01
No10 now the best paid position in the Premiership and Top 14, but it remains tough love for those at hooker
The Esportif Intelligence comparison of rugby player salaries in England, France and PRO14 is a talking point at this time every y…
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Liam Heagney
29 Dec 2020, 8:25
'We wouldn't even dare consider him for this week': Lee Blackett issues update on injured Wasps duo Kibirige and Barbeary
Sunday's Premiership win for Wasps at Sale came at a price and boss Lee Blackett has now given an update on Zach Kibirige and Alfi…
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Liam Heagney
29 Dec 2020, 7:23
'Support ring-fencing for a period of time to let clubs get their finances in order'
The 2020/21 Gallagher Premiership table has an asterisk alongside four of the twelve clubs - including Newcastle - following cance…
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Chris Jones
29 Dec 2020, 4:10
Premiership Rugby announce points decisions for Christmas games cancelled due to COVID
The Newcastle Falcons v Leicester Tigers and Bath v London Irish games were cancelled over the weekend due to small outbreaks of C…
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Online Editors
28 Dec 2020, 4:11
'There seems to be an issue with mindset with some of them. Some of the decision-making isn't always there'
The mindset of certain players could be an issue at Sale according to interim boss Paul Deacon as he suffered defeat in his first …
Nasty looking Zach Kibirige injury mars Wasps win over Sale Sharks
Interim head coach Paul Deacon suffered defeat in his first Premiership game in charge of Sale as they were edged out 26-23 by Was…
'I don't want to be the Christmas grinch...but one swallow doesn't make a summer'
.Chris Boyd had mixed feelings after his Northampton side ended their winless start to the season with a Boxing Day triumph over W…
'Some of those lads had virtually no time on the training field in two weeks and yet we scored four tries against another Premiership side'
Rob Baxter revealed that Exeter engineered a 28-20 Gallagher Premiership victory over Gloucester despite their team being unable t…
Covid outbreak fails to slow Exeter's perfect Premiership start
Exeter bounced back from the outbreak of coronavirus that had swept through Sandy Park to maintain their perfect start to their Ga…
Steven Luatua stars in Bristol's comeback win over Harlequins
Captain Steven Luatua inspired Bristol Bears to a 27-19 victory at Harlequins in the Gallagher Premiership as they came from behin…
Gloucester sign 'powerful and abrasive' Seb Nagle-Taylor
Gloucester have confirmed that Hartpury product Seb Nagle-Taylor has signed a permanent contract with the Premiership side for the…
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Online Editors
24 Dec 2020, 5:25
Every starting line-up for the Gallagher Premiership Christmas derbies
All of the starting line-ups for the Gallagher Premiership Round Four action this Boxing Day and Christmas weekend.
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Ian Cameron
24 Dec 2020, 4:50
Semi Radradra returns as Bristol Bears and Quins name teams for Boxing Day clash
Fijian superstar Semi Radradra returns to the Bristol Bears starting line-up ahead of the Boxing Day showdown versus Harlequins on…
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Online Editors
24 Dec 2020, 4:16
London Irish Covid-19 outbreak forces Bath game to be called off
The round four fixture suffers the same fate as Newcastle’s clash with Leicester.
Baxter says Exeter are on top of Covid-19 outbreak ahead of Gloucester game
The Chiefs had to forfeit last weekend’s clash with Toulouse after returning a significant amount of positive coronavirus tests.
Boxing Day meeting of Newcastle and Leicester called off due to coronavirus outbreak in Tigers squad
The Tigers returned a small number of positives tests in this week's round of PCR testing.
Newcastle Falcons announce double-signing of Argentina duo
The Falcons had already secured the signature of Argentina centre Matias Orlando, who arrived on Tyneside just over a week ago.
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22 Dec 2020, 6:11
'I'd really love if Maro Itoje came to the Chiefs': The international stars that NZ coaches would bring to Super Rugby
South Africa's and Argentina's absences from Super Rugby in 2021 removes some of the competition's international flavour, but some…
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Online Editors
21 Dec 2020, 16:08
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