RFU statement: Payday ultimatum for London Irish
London Irish must pay all staff for May in full on Wednesday or be withdrawn from the Gallagher Premiership.
PA
31 May, 5:47
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Mick Cleary: 'Sport, as we know, is one of life’s great escape mechanisms. Not in Premiership rugby it isn’t.'
It has been a chastening season in English rugby with yet another side on the brink and the hope is no more clubs perish
FEATURE
Mick Cleary
30 May, 11:31
London Irish latest: RFU expected to extend their Tuesday deadline
The latest speculation surrounding London Irish just hours before Tuesday’s RFU deadline regarding their inclusion in the 2023/2…
Liam Heagney
30 May, 8:11
Saracens pen an open letter to their 'loyal, brilliant, kind' fans
What a difference 11 months can make. It was last June, in the wake of their agonising Gallagher Premiership final loss to Leicest…
Liam Heagney
30 May, 7:08
Leicester bring in ex-Wallaby to complete coaching team
Incoming Leicester Tigers head coach Dan McKellar has confirmed his coaching team heading into next season, brining in three new c…
Josh Raisey
29 May, 12:33
Saracens back on their perch to continue the dynasty
Despite spirited resistance from Sale Sharks, few members of the Twickenham crowd doubted Mark McCall's men would wrestle back the…
FEATURE
Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
29 May, 11:18
'No one wants us to win and we don’t care'
Jackson Wray believes new Gallagher Premiership champions Saracens deserve more respect for emerging from one of the bleakest epis…
PA
28 May, 13:01
'Manu’s playing his best rugby': Sanderson says Tuilagi peaking for RWC
Sarries made amends for failing to score a try during a 15-12 loss to Leicester in the 2022 final.
PA
28 May, 7:16
Premiership final Just Stop Oil protestors charged
The duo invaded the pitch midway through the first half of the match between Saracens and Sale, throwing orange paint powder on to…
PA
28 May, 6:24
Emotional Alex Sanderson issues apology to the retiring Jono Ross
Alex Sanderson jetted out to Marbella on Sunday with his beaten Sale having issued an apology to Jono Ross that the Sharks were un…
Liam Heagney
28 May, 5:13
Adam Hastings: 'When you're injured, you question a lot of things'
Adam Hastings has recovered from two spectacularly ill-timed injuries to target a place in Scotland's Rugby World Cup squad
FEATURE
Jamie Lyall
27 May, 16:51
Owen Farrell's 'fight for' reaction to Saracens' redemption title win
Owen Farrell has played down his Twickenham heroics even though Saracens boss Mark McCall claimed that his team’s No10 is playin…
Liam Heagney
27 May, 14:54
The furious Sale reaction to protestors invading Twickenham pitch
Beaten Sale have reacted furiously to the pitch invasion that took place midway through the first half of Saturday’s Gallagher P…
Liam Heagney
27 May, 13:55
Saracens player ratings vs Sale | 2023 Premiership final
Saracens player ratings: Two tries in a four-minute spell extricating the Londoners from the crisis that was the Sharks biting to …
Opinion
Liam Heagney
27 May, 12:47
Saracens defy injuries to hold off Sale and win Premiership title
The match was briefly disrupted in the first half by protestors from climate action group Just Stop Oil.
PA
27 May, 12:30
Sale player ratings vs Saracens | 2023 Premiership final
Sale player ratings: We were told throughout the season that “Northern Rugby Matters”. Sale Sharks had body-surfed across this…
Opinion
Daniel Gallan
27 May, 12:07
Tom Curry helps eject 'Just Stop Oil' protesters from Premiership Final
Just Stop Oil protesters forced a stoppage in play during Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership final at Twickenham.
PA
27 May, 10:55
Wray: The training ground change that was the making of Saracens
Jackson Wray will play his last professional match this Saturday when he lines out as the Saracens No8 in the latest Gallagher Pre…
Liam Heagney
27 May, 2:24
Sale win the lift Premiership needs – Andy Goode
Saracens are favourites but, with everything going on in the Premiership at the moment, it’d be good for the league to have a le…
Opinion
Andy Goode
27 May, 1:48
The George Ford view on match-up with 'great friend' Owen Farrell
George Ford has claimed it is not about individual match-ups ahead of an intriguing Twickenham battle with friend and England coll…
PA
27 May, 1:33
The Saracens feeling Owen Farrell never wants to experience again
Owen Farrell has insisted that Saracens are returning to the Gallagher Premiership final with more strings to their bow as a resul…
PA
26 May, 14:29
Akker van der Merwe: 'Yes, I stutter, but it’s not who I am. It doesn’t define me. It doesn’t own me.'
Akker van der Merwe has overcome mental and physical obstacles to stand on the cusp of a 'career high' with Sale Sharks
FEATURE
Owain Jones
26 May, 14:15
'It's mad': BT Sport rugby pundits name Premiership Immortals XV
Six current top-flight players have gained selection in the Premiership Immortals XV chosen by a BT Sport panel consisting of Lawr…
Opinion
Liam Heagney
26 May, 12:01
Jackson Wray: 'Saracens showed critics we are stronger than any of you think'
Jackson Wray has experienced glory, despair and tumult as he bids to end a 15-year Saracens career with a ninth trophy.
FEATURE
Jamie Lyall
26 May, 9:33
How Saracens have switched up their play to become an attacking force
For so long Mark McCall's men have been derided as successful but boring, yet a change in tack has seen them add flair to force
FEATURE
Russell Forbes
26 May, 9:07
What Jonny Hill, Maro Itoje have told the Premiership final teams
England forwards Jonny Hill and Maro Itoje have urged their respective Sale and Saracens teams to seize the moment on Saturday.
PA
26 May, 9:04
Saracens, Sale name their Gallagher Premiership final teams
Saracens have named their team to take on Sale on Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership final at Twickenham, making one surprise chan…
Liam Heagney
26 May, 7:26
Why the 'scariest man' Ben Kay even met didn't make his Immortals XV
Ben Kay has become the final BT Sport rugby pundit to name his Premiership Immortals XV ahead of this Saturday’s round-table deb…
Opinion
Liam Heagney
26 May, 4:56
Ben Earl explains the Six Nations feedback he got from Borthwick
Ben Earl is looking to help Saracens regain the Gallagher Premiership title and put down an early World Cup selection marker at Tw…
PA
25 May, 14:54
Coventry have just added 'some serious Saracens bulk' to their pack
Ambitious Championship club Coventry have followed Monday’s recruitment of ex-England back-rower Matt Kvesic by securing the ser…
Liam Heagney
25 May, 11:24
The 'unenjoyable' moment that convinced Jono Ross to retire
Sale Sharks skipper Jono Ross feels the time is right for retirement – but not before one last challenge that could deliver a dr…
PA
25 May, 10:41
Leicester confirm the signing of two of Dan McKellar's old Brumbies
Incoming Leicester boss Dan McKellar has confirmed the signing of two players he previously worked with at the Brumbies, Exeter’…
Liam Heagney
25 May, 10:27
Two tightheads out, two in at Northampton... including 'rough diamond'
Phil Dowson has continued to rejig his Northampton squad, the Saints confirming on Thursday the signing of tighthead pair Elliot M…
Liam Heagney
25 May, 10:04
The Top 14-bound Jack Nowell has named his Ultimate Exeter XV
Jack Nowell has named his Ultimate Exeter XV nearly four weeks after bringing the curtain down on his stellar 12-year career playi…
Liam Heagney
25 May, 8:18
Leicester statement: The early release exit of Harry Potter
Leicester Tigers have explained why they have agreed to grant Harry Potter an early release from his contract at Welford Road.
Liam Heagney
25 May, 7:30
‘True man-mountain' included in Ugo Monye’s Premiership Immortals XV
Ugo Monye has become the latest BT Sport rugby pundit to name his Premiership Immortals XV.
Opinion
Liam Heagney
25 May, 4:53
Bryce Heem's back-to-front quest for a 'geriatric' debut
Bryce Heem has travelled a different path to many of his New Zealand contemporaries.
FEATURE
Jamie Wall
24 May, 13:53
Dallaglio breaks his silence on Wasps' losing Championship licence
Lawrence Dallaglio has broken his silence on last Thursday’s revelation that Wasps had their licence to take part in next season…
Liam Heagney
24 May, 8:49
Newcastle confirm 15 leavers, including Mulipola, Fearns, Robinson
Respective USA, Samoa and Scotland internationals Greg Peterson, Logovi’i Mulipola and Gary Graham have been included on the lis…
Liam Heagney
24 May, 7:22
'Completely nuts' Premiership Immortals XV named by Austin Healey
Ex-Leicester utility Austin Healey has named his Premiership Immortals XV in a very Austin Healey-like way – only selecting play…
Opinion
Liam Heagney
24 May, 5:51
'I was stunned, it was surreal... I couldn't have dreamed of it'
Ivan van Zyl has learned plenty of new tricks since he joined Saracens in 2021. By his own admission he needed to sharpen his skil…
Exclusive
Daniel Gallan
24 May, 3:34
'Amazing seeing him': Football legend delivers pep talk at Sale
Sale Sharks have tapped into Alex Ferguson’s revered motivational powers ahead of the Gallagher Premiership final against Sarace…
PA
23 May, 13:39
'Heavy heart': Salakaia-Loto quits Northampton with immediate effect
Northampton boss Phil Dowson has lost the services of Lukhan Salakaia-Loto for 2023/24 after the Gallagher Premiership club agreed…
Liam Heagney
23 May, 12:15
Our friends in the North
It's vital rugby union has a foothold in the North of England, which makes Sale's first visit to Twickenham since 2006 pivotal
FEATURE
Tom Bradshaw
23 May, 11:11
'Very brave': Lawrence Dallaglio names his Premiership Immortals XV
Legendary Wasps No8 Lawrence Dallaglio has named his Premiership Immortals XV, including icons such as Martin Johnson and Neil Bac…
Opinion
Liam Heagney
23 May, 9:41
The 'like Christmas again' reason Exeter became 2020 title winners
Joe Simmonds has described the post-lockdown resumption of collective training at Exeter as “the just like Christmas” moment t…
Liam Heagney
23 May, 7:52
London Irish half-back becomes the 10th 2023/24 Newcastle signing
New coach Alex Codling’s recruitment drive at Newcastle has taken another step, the Falcons confirming on Tuesday that they have…
Liam Heagney
23 May, 4:27
Ex-England flanker Matt Kvesic joins Coventry Rugby
Coventry Rugby have confirmed the signing of highly-experienced England international forward Matt Kvesic.
Paul Smith
22 May, 9:59
No SA return for Bok prospect Juarno Augustus
Northampton Saints have secured the services of their influential South African No.8, Juarno Augustus, who has signed a new contra…
Ian Cameron
22 May, 5:16
Sam Nixon: Jeremy Clarkson, Sir Alex Ferguson and life in the madcap ProD2
A fed-up Sam Nixon almost retired at 25, but returning to France and the turbulent waters of the ProD2 has given the prop a new le…
FEATURE
Jamie Lyall
19 May, 12:01
'So many lives adversely affected': Online reaction to Wasps' demise
Thursday evening’s announcement that the RFU revoked their licence for Wasps to play in next season’s Championship ignited a h…
Liam Heagney
19 May, 9:44
Leicester Tigers general manager to depart club
Leicester Tigers have confirmed that general manager Leigh Jones will be departing the club in the summer.
Ian Cameron
19 May, 6:32
'Psychopath', 'melted welly': Tom Varndell names his Ultimate XV
Former England wing Tom Varndell, the long-time all-time Premiership try-scorer until his tally of 92 was surpassed last year by C…
Liam Heagney
19 May, 5:26
Wasps' full statement after RFU pull plug
Following the revocation of their Championship licence by the Rugby Football Union (RFU) for the upcoming season, Wasps have relea…
Ian Cameron
19 May, 5:05
Care, Slade, Ford on 'freakish' Robinson vs Brown selection debate
Three leading Gallagher Premiership players – Danny Care, Henry Slade and George Ford – have had their say on whether Jason Ro…
Liam Heagney
18 May, 12:44
RFU statement: Wasps’ Championship licence revoked
Wasps must begin their post-administration era at the bottom of the English league pyramid after the RFU revoked their licence to …
Liam Heagney
18 May, 12:38
England hooker Singleton to stay at Gloucester
Gloucester have confirmed that Jack Singleton has committed to the Cherry & Whites by extending his time at the club.
Ian Cameron
18 May, 11:39
Mako: Why 'wanting to prove people wrong' hurt Saracens last year
Mako Vunipola feels that Saracens have not allowed themselves to be affected by external noise this season ahead of their ninth Ga…
PA
18 May, 9:55
Ben Curry ‘gutted’ after injury seriously threatens Rugby World Cup involvement
Ben Curry’s hopes of contributing to England’s Rugby World Cup campaign appear to be over after the Sale flanker was ruled out…
PA
18 May, 6:06
Impressive stats see Jasper Wiese bag English players’ union award
Leicester number eight Jasper Wiese has been named players’ player of the year in England after producing another season notable…
PA
17 May, 18:00
Gloucester CEO reveals findings of 'deep dive' 10th-place review
Gloucester CEO Lance Bradley has written an open letter to supporters after the club’s frustrating 10th-place finish in the Gall…
Liam Heagney
17 May, 11:14
Premiership statement: Saracens, Sale to wear away kits in final
Premiership Rugby have decided that both Saracens and Sale will wear their away kits for the May 27 final at Twickenham.
Liam Heagney
17 May, 5:09
Tindall vs Tuilagi: 'Pretty much different to any player in the world'
Gallagher Premiership players have had their say on whether Mike Tindall or Manu Tuilagi should be selected on the BT Sport Immort…
Liam Heagney
17 May, 4:17
Revealed: Murley evidence was 'key factor' at Chris Ashton hearing
Evidence provided by Harlequins’ Caden Murley was “the key factor” in Chris Ashton having his recent red card downgraded to …
Liam Heagney
16 May, 10:01
'There are bigger crowds coming and the buzz is better. It’s busier'
The Sharks will face Saracens in the Gallagher Premiership final at Twickenham on May 27.
PA
15 May, 14:59
RFU statement: London Irish
The RFU have released a statement regarding the situation at Gallagher Premiership side London Irish, which is in the process of b…
Ian Cameron
15 May, 13:00
Sale Sharks show true Northern pride
George Ford inspires Sale to reach their first Premiership final in 17 years and despite facing Saracens, they will have nothing t…
FEATURE
Garry Doyle Owain Jones
15 May, 8:23
Former All Black Charles Piutau heading to Japan
Former All Black and Tongan international Charles Piutau is headed to Japan after announcing a deal for next season.
Ben Smith
15 May, 1:41
Owen Farrell adamant Saracens have always played with adventure
One victory separates the club from a sixth Gallagher Premiership title.
PA
14 May, 17:27
'He is on crutches... I doubt if he will make the final'
The England international fly-half was a dominant presence against Leicester.
PA
14 May, 13:59
Sale Sharks reach first Prem final in 17 years after taming Leicester
Sale Sharks reached their first Gallagher Premiership final for 17 years as they ended Leicester’s hopes of back-to-back titles.…
PA
14 May, 12:23
Leicester pull Handre Pollard out of Premiership semi-final
Leicester Tigers have been forced to pull Springbok star Handre Pollard out of the team for their Gallagher Premiership semi-final…
Ian Cameron
14 May, 9:30
‘Can beat you in a phone box’: The Wade vs Ashton Immortals XV debate
Gallagher Premiership players have had their say on whether Christian Wade or Chris Ashton should be selected on the BT Sport Immo…
Liam Heagney
14 May, 8:20
'Guys might be introverted but they find their feet. It’s rewarding'
Safe to say, life has treated Ernst Joubert well since he hung up the boots in 2015 following his half-dozen seasons at Saracens.
Interview
Liam Heagney
14 May, 5:30
Phil Dowson refuses to blame referee for Northampton’s loss
Sean Maitland scored Saracens’ first two tries after escaping punishment for an early clash with George Furbank.
PA
13 May, 15:01
Two-try Maitland escapes sanction as Saracens storm past Saints
The wing was not carded for an early challenge on Northampton’s George Furbank before kick-starting his side’s 38-15 win.
PA
13 May, 13:02
The ‘cheat’ solution to the Wilkinson vs Farrell Immortals XV debate
Gallagher Premiership players have had their say on whether Jonny Wilkinson or Owen Farrell should be selected on the BT Sport Imm…
Liam Heagney
13 May, 8:13
Nowell and Slade dream up wacky law tweaks for Exeter sevens event
England and Exeter duo Jack Nowell and Henry Slade have come up with an intriguing set of attack-minded rules for next month’s R…
Liam Heagney
13 May, 5:00
The 'harsh conversations' of a rare away Premiership semi-final win
With only one of the last 14 Gallagher Premiership semi-finals won by the away side on the day, Northampton will have to tear up t…
Liam Heagney
13 May, 4:45
How an 'irretrievable' Sale remark led to a Manu Tuilagi red card
One thing Sale boss Alex Sanderson has very much steered clear of this week is giving Manu Tuilagi any motivational pep talks ahea…
Liam Heagney
13 May, 3:27
Can Leicester breach the Sale Sharks defensive wall?
The teak-tough D implemented by Alex Sanderson has turned the AJ Bell into a fortress, one that Leicester have to plunder
FEATURE
Russell Forbes
13 May, 3:12
Don’t rule out shock away wins in Premiership semi-finals – Andy Goode
There may only have been six away wins in a couple of decades’ worth of Premiership semi-finals but I just have a feeling we cou…
Andy Goode
12 May, 14:37
Tom Wood: 'An upset isn’t out of the question'
The former England backrow and Saints legend says Northampton are one side with the x-factor to unseat a steely Saracens side
FEATURE
Tom Wood
12 May, 11:59
It's all change for Saracens for clash with record-setting Lawes
Saracens have named an entirely changed starting XV for their Gallagher Premiership semi-final versus Northampton, restoring all t…
Liam Heagney
12 May, 8:20
No place for Chris Ashton as Leicester, Sale name semi-final teams
Thursday evening’s disciplinary hearing reprieve for the red-carded Chris Ashton has come too late for the all-time record Galla…
Liam Heagney
12 May, 7:43
Mick Cleary: 'Leicester don’t mess about when it comes to the scoreboard. You're either in front or a loser'
Tigers have battled their way from mid-table to be within a game of a Premiership final and they have a puncher's chance against S…
FEATURE
Mick Cleary
12 May, 4:17
Last Sunday's Richard Wigglesworth visit behind enemy lines
Better the devil you know perfectly sums up the challenge awaiting Alex Sanderson on Sunday when he attempts to guide Sale into th…
Liam Heagney
12 May, 3:40
‘He’s freakish’: The Dallaglio vs Vunipola Immortals XV verdict
Eleven Gallagher Premiership players have had their say on whether Billy Vunipola or Lawrence Dallaglio should be selected on the …
Liam Heagney
11 May, 13:55
Five-hour hearing clears Chris Ashton to play with immediate effect
Fears that the stellar career of Chris Ashton was prematurely ended by last Saturday’s red card have been quashed as the soon-to…
Liam Heagney
11 May, 13:47
Ollie Lawrence pays 'big thing' tribute to ex-Worcester teammates
Ollie Lawrence hopes to one day return to a rebuilt Worcester after dedicating his Gallagher Premiership player of the season awar…
PA
11 May, 12:45
Leicester, Northampton dominate 2022/23 Premiership Dream Team XV
Leicester and Northampton have led the way in the 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership Dream Team, the East Midlands rivals getting three…
Liam Heagney
11 May, 10:14
'What a joke' - Diamond lashes Prem over awards snub
Steve Diamond has expressed his frustration on Twitter after the team failed to receive any awards at the 2023 Gallagher Premiersh…
Ian Cameron
11 May, 8:48
Gloucester recruit ‘absolute best fit’ attack coach from London Irish
Just 12 hours after it was revealed that defence coach Brad Davis is off to coach the Wallabies attack at the upcoming Rugby World…
Liam Heagney
11 May, 6:24
Allan Lamb is helping Dave Ribbans bid for a Twickenham farewell from Saints
Allan Lamb, the former England and Northamptonshire cricket star, is helping Northampton lock Dave Ribbans’ bid to take Northamp…
Chris Jones
11 May, 5:58
England midfielder named Gallagher Premiership player of the year
Lawrence was a mainstay of the England midfield during the Six Nations.
PA
10 May, 18:48
Dave Attwood: 'I’d given everything I possibly could have but it wasn’t enough'
The Bath, Bristol and Gloucester second-row has given an immense amount to the game and now he wants to give back
FEATURE
Tom Bradshaw
10 May, 17:02
'He's certainly the man for England, I’d be shocked if he weren’t'
Brad Barritt went all quiet on RugbyPass when asked to name the one player he most liked playing with during his stellar career. …
Interview
Liam Heagney
10 May, 10:55
The 'pretty rare flesh wound' that Manu Tuilagi is dealing with
Alex Sanderson has insisted that Manu Tuilagi will be fit and available for selection for this Sunday’s Gallager Premiership sem…
Liam Heagney
10 May, 4:07
Leicester reveal decision on Chris Ashton red card hearing approach
Leicester are ready to contest Chris Ashton’s red card that could rule him out of Tigers’ Gallagher Premiership playoff clash …
PA
09 May, 12:59
Mark McCall explains the pain driving on title-chasing Saracens
Mark McCall says Saracens’ defeat in the Gallagher Premiership final last season has proved a driving force behind their quest f…
PA
09 May, 12:09
Legendary lock tops poll to join Itoje in Immortals XV engine room
The BT Sport Premiership Immortals XV has begun to take shape with five of the eight forwards now chosen by fans.
Liam Heagney
09 May, 11:37
The message Worcester fans’ group has given the RFU over Wasps
Worcester Warriors Supporters Trust has called on the RFU to block efforts from Wasps to play at Sixways Stadium. Worcester were l…
PA
09 May, 11:06
The Rugby Pod names its best-ever Premiership player import
With the curtain having fallen last Saturday on the Gallagher Premiership careers of Bristol duo Charles Piutau and Semi Radradra,…
Liam Heagney
09 May, 7:28
Sale Sharks break cover on signing Luke Cowan-Dickie
The England forward is working his way back from ankle surgery.
PA
08 May, 16:24
'The boys are certainly pumped' - Sam Vesty
Northampton head coach Sam Vesty believes insists his side are ‘pumped’ for their Gallagher Premiership semi-final clash with …
PA
08 May, 13:33
'These lads have gone from Championship to 10th, to 9th, to 8th and now to 5th'
Declan Kidney paid tribute to his London Irish players after they put a difficult week behind them...
PA
08 May, 4:34
Johann van Graan's admission about Bath despite turning club around
Bath head coach Johann van Graan is relishing another Heineken Champions Cup campaign after his side pipped Bristol for the final …
PA
07 May, 11:26
'He’s had a chequered past through, sometimes, accidents... this was another'
Leicester interim head coach Richard Wigglesworth was full of sympathy for Chris Ashton following the former England winger’s re…
PA
07 May, 6:42
'I haven’t got a problem with what Saracens did... we would probably have done the same'
Bristol’s director of rugby, Pat Lam, refused to blame Saracens’ decision to rest several players for their clash with Bath as…
PA
07 May, 6:07
'You slip easily into driving like a lunatic, I'd a rude awakening'
Matt Kvesic was apologetic when he answered the phone the other day to RugbyPass at the time he had suggested to call. The bed del…
Interview
Liam Heagney
07 May, 5:44
'We’re not done': Sanderson won't be content unless Sale win Premiership title
Alex Sanderson insisted his Sale Sharks side will not be content with their season unless they end it by lifting the Gallagher Pre…
PA
06 May, 17:59
London Irish confirm names of the 12 players who are leaving
London Irish have confirmed that a dozen players will be departing the Gallagher Premiership club now that their 2022/23 season ha…
Liam Heagney
06 May, 14:27
London Irish end difficult week on a high with win over Exeter
Two tries from Juan Martin Gonzalez ensured London Irish finished a difficult week on a high as they saw off Exeter Chiefs 17-14 a…
PA
06 May, 14:11
Bath brush aside Saracens to claim final Heineken Champions Cup spot
Bath ran in nine tries in a 61-29 win over a game Saracens second string to snatch the last Heineken Champions Cup spot next seaso…
PA
06 May, 14:05
Champions Cup heartache for Bristol as win over Gloucester not enough
Bristol missed out on a Heineken Champions Cup spot for next season despite a hard-fought 36-21 win over local rivals Gloucester a…
PA
06 May, 14:00
Chris Ashton's career ended with red card in Leicester loss
Chris Ashton’s decorated career ended with a red card as Leicester were defeated 20-17 by Harlequins on the final day of the reg…
PA
06 May, 13:21
Early success for Leicester, Saracens in BT Sport Immortals XV poll
Leicester and Saracens have had first success in the BT Sport fan poll to select a Premiership Immortals XV. The tournament’s pr…
Liam Heagney
06 May, 7:44
Miles Reid: 'It was probably one of the worst days I have ever had on a rugby pitch'
The swashbuckling No 8 has had his best season yet in Bath colours and after some crushing lows he senses a revival in the West Co…
FEATURE
Jon Newcombe
06 May, 3:06
London Irish allay cancellation fears by naming power-packed XV
London Irish have allayed fears that their final match of the Gallagher Premiership season might not take place as they have named…
Liam Heagney
05 May, 7:24
Exeter team 'largely based on players who are going to be here next season'
Rob Baxter has selected an Exeter Chiefs team that is shorn of its departing superstars for their final Gallagher Premiership game…
Ian Cameron
05 May, 7:15
Sale confirm list of 12 players leaving at the end of the season
Gallagher Premiership title chasers Sale have confirmed that a dozen players will leave at the end of the current season.
Liam Heagney
05 May, 6:31
Exit: Leicester Tigers confirm 9 players leaving club
Gallagher Premiership heavyweights Leicester Tigers have confirmed the departure of nine players at the end of the season.
Ian Cameron
05 May, 6:01
BT Sport launches campaign to name its Premiership Immortals XV
BT Sport have unveiled an intriguing build-up to 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership final, getting fans to select their Immortals XV be…
Liam Heagney
04 May, 9:52
'Never thought I'd be writing something like this' - Nowell pens emotional goodbye
Exeter Chiefs star Jack Nowell has penned an emotional farewell message to the club and it's fans on his pending exit from the Dev…
Ian Cameron
04 May, 9:49
The Declan Kidney transcript: Every word of his London Irish update
After days of media speculation arising on the back of payday being missed last Friday, London Irish director of rugby Declan Kidn…
Interview
Liam Heagney
04 May, 9:31
Declan Kidney hosts briefing to provide latest London Irish update
Declan Kidney has confirmed that this Saturday’s London Irish match will definitely go ahead even though players and staff at th…
Liam Heagney
04 May, 7:12
Bath statement: The exit of Stuart Hooper
Former director of rugby Stuart Hooper is to leave Bath following a 15-year association with the club. It was last summer when the…
Liam Heagney
04 May, 6:00
The 'cringey energy giver' who has ignited Sale post-Faf de Klerk
When World Cup winner Faf de Klerk said his goodbyes in Manchester and headed to Japan last summer, the path was clear for rookie …
Liam Heagney
04 May, 4:03
Why there isn’t 'mass panic' at London Irish - Andy Goode
It’s not good at all that players and staff at London Irish are reportedly yet to be paid their April wages but people should be…
Opinion
Andy Goode
03 May, 14:39
Atlas issue six-part social media statement on Worcester takeover
New Worcester owners Atlas have published a six-part Twitter thread following the completion on Wednesday of their deal to take ov…
Liam Heagney
03 May, 11:35
All hail Nick Abendanon, a rare talent overlooked by England but adored in France
The popular Bath and Clermont full-back will be fondly remembered for his courage and ability to quicken the pulse of the fans
FEATURE
Tom Bradshaw
03 May, 11:24
Reports – Sale of Worcester Warriors to Atlas is finally complete
It has been reported that the sale of Worcester Warriors, the former Gallagher Premiership club that collapsed at the start of the…
Liam Heagney
03 May, 8:23
Sale boss Sanderson has reacted to Northern super club merger idea
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has responded to a recent radical suggestion that the Sharks should merge with Newcastle and one other cl…
Liam Heagney
03 May, 4:53
The Englishman who is hot on the heels of Shaun Stevenson
Kibirige has been a revelation in his first season at the Force, scoring eight tries to sit second on the Super Rugby Pacific try-…
AAP
02 May, 18:15
Gloucester leaver Jordy Reid has named his new club
Australian back-rower Jordy Reid has confirmed that he will join Ealing for the 2023/24 Championship season after it was revealed …
Liam Heagney
02 May, 8:56
Bath statement: The signing of ex-Wasps boss Lee Blackett
Gallagher Premiership strugglers Bath have confirmed the capture of Lee Blackett for next season. The ex-Wasps boss had been worki…
Liam Heagney
02 May, 7:50
Two internationals among 8 players to leave Bath
Bath have confirmed the departure of eight players, including Scotland international Darcy Rae, at the end of the season.
Ian Cameron
01 May, 6:53
Multi-team merger 'not something that is on the table'
Newcastle Falcons communications manager Mark Smith has clarified that a theoretical merger between several professional rugby clu…
Ian Cameron
30 Apr, 9:37
Manu Tuilagi pens new Sale Sharks deal
The centre will remain available for England selection after committing to another Gallagher Premiership campaign.
PA
29 Apr, 9:09
Courtney Lawes to stay in England despite overseas offers
Despite rumours surrounding his future, Courtney Lawes has signed a new deal with Northampton Saints that will see him stay at Fra…
Ian Cameron
29 Apr, 5:49
Saracens flanker Jackson Wray retiring at end of season
Saracens’ long-serving flanker Jackson Wray will retire from rugby at the end of the season.
PA
28 Apr, 13:06
London Irish signing casts further doubt on Anthony Watson move
London Irish has secured the signing of Tom Collins from Northampton Saints for the upcoming 2023/24 Gallagher Premiership season.
Ian Cameron
28 Apr, 5:47
Jono Ross: 'People said I was going to a nothing club'
Sale Sharks totem Jono Ross has his say on the salary cap, fan abuse and Premiership owners as he explains his decision to retire.
FEATURE
Jamie Lyall
28 Apr, 5:01
Dave Walder to join Bristol Bears
Former Newcastle Falcons head coach Dave Walder is set to join Bristol Bears as their senior backs and attack skills coach ahead o…
Ian Cameron
27 Apr, 13:39
Exeter ready themselves for one last hurrah before break-up
The Chiefs have had an inglorious season but one last heroic effort could extend the most emotional of goodbyes
FEATURE
Mick Cleary
27 Apr, 13:11
Ealing sign former England centre Billy Twelvetrees
Ealing Trailfinders have secured the services of former England international centre Billy Twelvetrees from Gloucester.
Ian Cameron
27 Apr, 12:25
Northampton confirm 7 more players leaving the club
Northampton Saints have confirmed the names of seven more players that are set to exit the club at the end of the 2022/23 campaign…
Ian Cameron
27 Apr, 12:01
Newcastle to raid Coventry again for defence coach
Newcastle Falcons look set to continue their raid on Championship high-flyers Coventry with James Scaysbrook strongly tipped to be…
Exclusive
Jon Newcombe
27 Apr, 8:01
Leicester Tigers lose Eli Snyman to the URC
Leicester will lose the services of Eli Snyman at the end of the current season, with the South African lock returning to Benetton…
Ian Cameron
27 Apr, 7:47
Tackle height is coming down but RFU have work to do to repair ill-feeling – Andy Goode
The tackle height is coming down and the base of the sternum is an improvement but there’s a lot of ill-feeling around the way i…
Opinion
Andy Goode
26 Apr, 12:20
Ex All Black one of two Northampton Saints departures
Northampton Saints have confirmed the departure of former All Blacks centre Matt Proctor from Franklin's Gardens at the end of the…
Josh Raisey
26 Apr, 11:22
Newcastle add 102kg centre from Edinburgh
Newcastle Falcons have announced the signing of Edinburgh centre Cameron Hutchison on a two-year deal ahead of next season.
Josh Raisey
26 Apr, 6:30
Sione Vailanu: 'I was out of shape and lazy; I had to push myself'
Sione Vailanu talks devastating tsunamis, being coached by Jonah Lomu, and losing 15KG to become Glasgow's colossus.
FEATURE
Jamie Lyall
26 Apr, 5:27
Jack the glad
England backrow star Jack Willis has swapped crestfallen Wasps for European royalty in Toulouse and he is loving his new life in F…
FEATURE
Gavin Mortimer
25 Apr, 10:00
Newcastle bolster pack with double signing ahead of next season
Newcastle Falcons have continued their recruitment drive ahead of next season with the signings of Coventry back-row Josh Bainbrid…
Josh Raisey
25 Apr, 8:28
Worcester Warriors' buyers handed takeover ultimatum
Worcester Warriors’ buyers must complete a takeover of the club by May 2, according to a report issued by administrators Begbies…
PA
25 Apr, 7:52
Jack Willis pleads with the RFU for change after leaving England for France
The 26-year-old’s Test future is in the air after recently agreeing a three-year contract extension with Toulouse..
PA
24 Apr, 17:49
RFU Championship sides to compete in Premiership Cup
In a new move, RFU Championship sides are set to compete in the Premiership Cup - it has been confirmed.
Ian Cameron
24 Apr, 11:19
Saracens' road to redemption gathers pace
The late Premiership Final loss to Leicester Tigers will have hurt Mark McCall's men and they will be fired to reclaim their title
FEATURE
Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
24 Apr, 10:13
McCall admits 'fine line' on selections as Saracens head into playoffs
Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall was pleased to overcome a sticky start and see his side guarantee top spot in the Premiersh…
PA
24 Apr, 6:15
Monster hit from 130kg back row hailed as 'tackle of the season'
London Irish's 130kg back row So'otala Fa'aso'o has likely claimed the tackle of the Gallagher Premiership season with a bone-crus…
Ian Cameron
23 Apr, 12:53
Saracens end London Irish’s play-off hopes to take top spot
Leaders Saracens finished the regular season by ending London Irish’s hopes of a play-off spot with a commanding 45-21 victory.
PA
23 Apr, 12:24
The 12 players departing Harlequins at end of the season
As the Gallagher Premiership season draws to a close, Harlequins bid farewell to twelve of their players.
Ian Cameron
23 Apr, 11:02
Why the Premiership clubs can no longer compete with Europe's finest
Greater endeavour on attack has not proven profitable for Premiership clubs in the Champions Cup.
FEATURE
Nick Bishop
23 Apr, 10:33
Why Harlequins loss to Bath 'hurts more'
Tabai Matson admitted that Harlequins’ defence was catastrophic as they slumped to a 45-35 defeat against Bath at Twickenham.
PA
23 Apr, 5:13
Sale battle past Gloucester to secure home tie in play-offs
Sale Sharks booked a home tie in the Gallagher Premiership play-offs after digging deep to defeat Gloucester 25-22 at Kingsholm.
PA
22 Apr, 14:58
Bath shock Harlequins after thrilling try-fest in Twickenham
Attack was the order of the day as Bath edged to a 45-35 win over Harlequins during a thrilling back-and-forth game at Twickenham.…
PA
22 Apr, 12:23
Phil Dowson reacts to Northampton's demolition of Newcastle
Northampton head coach Phil Dowson hailed his side’s ruthlessness as they ran in 10 tries in a 66-5 demolition of Newcastle at K…
PA
22 Apr, 4:56
Northampton keep semi-final hopes alive with Newcastle thumping
Northampton remain in the hunt for a Gallagher Premiership semi-final place after easing past bottom side Newcastle with a 66-5 co…
PA
21 Apr, 17:24
Ex-Scotland wing McGuigan to retire to pursue coaching
Former Scotland international and current Sale Sharks wing Byron McGuigan has announced that he will be retiring from playing prof…
Ian Cameron
21 Apr, 13:01
Ref Watch: The truth about the Olly Woodburn call
Ed Morrison is to date the only Englishman among the elite eight-strong list* of World Cup final referees.
Opinion
Paul Smith
21 Apr, 9:08
Does luck balance out across the season?
Does defence win championships, and is there any such thing as a lucky team? It's time to crunch the data for answers
FEATURE
Sam Larner
20 Apr, 12:34
Gloucester reluctantly make decision to let Jordy Reid leave
Gloucester has announced that flanker Jordy Reid will depart the club at the end of the 2022-23 season. Reid joined the Cherry & W…
Ian Cameron
20 Apr, 12:08
Harlequins statement: Ross Chisholm retires, Charlie Matthews leaves
Harlequins have announced that stalwart Ross Chisholm is to retire and experienced lock Charlie Matthews will leave the club at th…
Liam Heagney
20 Apr, 10:24
Anthony Watson could be too pricey for London Irish
Declan Kidney, the London Irish director of rugby, says trying to bring England wing Anthony Watson back to club could be signific…
Chris Jones
20 Apr, 7:27
RFU statement: The Jack Nowell misconduct charge verdict
Exeter winger Jack Nowell has been heavily fined for a message he posted to Twitter last weekend about an incident in his team’s…
Liam Heagney
20 Apr, 5:46
Is Luther Burrell the best thing to have happened to English rugby?
The damning report published by the RFU backed the former England centre to the hilt reinforcing that the game has to kick on and …
FEATURE
Mick Cleary
20 Apr, 3:10
Nephi Leatigaga has left Leicester with immediate effect
Nephi Leatigaga has exited Leicester with immediate effect to take up an injury cover contract at the NSW Waratahs for Angus Bell,…
Liam Heagney
19 Apr, 17:34
Newcastle statement: The exit of ‘club great’ Mark Wilson
Mark Wilson has applied the brakes on his coaching career, stepping away from his role as an assistant at Newcastle after just a s…
Liam Heagney
19 Apr, 14:18
Gloucester statement: Exit of Billy Twelvetrees after 11-year stay
Former England and Lions midfielder Billy Twelvetrees will leave Gloucester at the end of this season after 11 years with the Gall…
Liam Heagney
19 Apr, 8:33
Exeter break their silence on the Jack Nowell misconduct charge
Rob Baxter has opened up about the Tuesday afternoon revelation that Jack Nowell will face a misconduct hearing on Wednesday eveni…
Liam Heagney
19 Apr, 7:59
Olly Woodburn has learnt his fate after his much-debated red card
Fears that Olly Woodburn could miss the upcoming Heineken Champions Cup semi-final following his Exeter red card have been quashed…
Liam Heagney
19 Apr, 6:35
Ellis Genge banned for dangerous tackle on England pal Tom Curry
Ellis Genge will miss the remainder of the season with Bristol - but his ban for dangerously tackling Tom Curry won’t spill over…
Liam Heagney
19 Apr, 6:10
Online criticism of referees is getting out of control
Players should be able to air their views but there is a very fine line when it comes to criticism of match officials doing the im…
FEATURE
Owain Jones
19 Apr, 4:05
Another update from Sale on the Manu Tuilagi contract extension story
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has suggested everything must be okay with the contract offer they have given Manu Tuilagi, as there have…
Chris Jones
18 Apr, 12:26
Gloucester pick up the pieces with an Adam Hastings silver lining
Scotland out-half Adam Hastings is poised to make his first appearance in four months when Gloucester host Sale this Saturday in t…
Chris Jones
18 Apr, 11:54
Headache for Exeter as RFU charge Jack Nowell for tweeting criticism
England international Jack Nowell potentially faces missing the upcoming Heineken Champions Cup semi-final in France versus La Roc…
Liam Heagney
18 Apr, 7:47
Two more players exit Exeter, including recent quarter-final starter
Munster have bolstered their midfield options by capturing the signature of Sean O’Brien from Exeter for next season.
Liam Heagney
18 Apr, 7:15
Santiago Carreras: 'It could sound quite arrogant, but I want to be the best player in the world'
The Argentine playmaker has lit up the Premiership and could pose a huge threat to England's aspirations at the World Cup
FEATURE
Tom Bradshaw
18 Apr, 2:15
Ellis Genge cited for dangerous tackle on England teammate
The Bristol front-row forward faces a disciplinary hearing.
PA
17 Apr, 11:57
George Ford on how Sale Sharks must think to end 17-year drought
Sharks are chasing their first Premiership title silverware since 2006.
PA
17 Apr, 11:46
Chris Ashton lauded as ‘best try-scorer Europe has ever seen’
Ashton became the first player to reach 100 Premiership tries during Leicester’s win over Exeter.
PA
17 Apr, 8:34
All hail Chris Ashton, the Premiership's first try-centurion
The much-travelled England wing has spent a career scoring tries and he crossed an impressive milestone against Exeter Chiefs
FEATURE
Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
17 Apr, 8:32
Deja vu all over again for Wasps?
In the light of last week's Guardian story regarding Wasps' relaunch plans the club's former Media Manager Paul Smith who also fol…
Opinion
Paul Smith
17 Apr, 7:13
Newcastle Falcons' Alex Tait to retire from rugby
Newcastle Falcons' Alex Tait will retire from rugby at the end of the season after 16 years as a professional rugby player.
Ian Cameron
17 Apr, 5:41
Chris Ashton breaks 100 try milestone in Tigers rout
The Leicester wing score a hat-trick in his side’s 62-19 mauling of Exeter.
PA
16 Apr, 13:11
Wild scenes at Welford Road as Chris Ashton jumps barricade to applaud his own try
Chris Ashton added another feather to his cap on Sunday as he scored his 100th Gallagher Premiership try in Leicester Tigers' game…
Ian Cameron
16 Apr, 12:07
From brilliant to absent – Phil Dowson reflects on ‘typical’ Northampton display
Northampton boss Phil Dowson felt his side’s 38-29 victory over 14-man Saracens was indicative of their inconsistent performance…
PA
16 Apr, 3:35
Courtney Lawes future at Northampton remains uncertain
Northampton Saints are facing a tough battle to keep one of their most prized assets, England flanker Courtney Lawes, at Franklin'…
Ian Cameron
15 Apr, 13:05
Louis Lynagh stars on comeback as Harlequins beat Newcastle
Louis Lynagh made a successful comeback from knee surgery to celebrate his maiden appearance of the season with a try as Harlequin…
PA
15 Apr, 12:31
Northampton see off 14-man Saracens to keep playoff hopes alive
Northampton kept their playoff hopes alive after taking full advantage of Duncan Taylor’s eighth-minute red card to beat an alre…
PA
15 Apr, 12:26
Watch: Curry twins' amusing shared player of the match award
Ex-England international Austin Healey was at his mischievous best on Friday night when naming both Curry twins, Tom and Ben, as h…
Liam Heagney
15 Apr, 11:35
'I agree with the decision. Unfortunately, it has to be a red'
Scotland international Duncan Taylor picked up the first red card of his career when sent off just eight minutes into Saracens’ …
Liam Heagney
15 Apr, 11:04
'Gutted' Skivington reacts to shock, play-off ending loss to Bath
Gloucester head coach George Skivington conceded that Bath had beaten his side at their own game as the visitors triumphed 33-24 b…
PA
15 Apr, 4:58
The Alex Sanderson verdict on the latest title-chasing Sale win
Alex Sanderson has set his sights on a home tie after Sale Sharks secured their place in the Gallagher Premiership play-offs.
PA
15 Apr, 4:35
Bath rally to take down Gloucester at sold-out Kingsholm
.Gloucester’s slim hopes of an end-of-season play-off spot were extinguished as Bath recovered from a 17-0 deficit to achieve a …
PA
14 Apr, 18:55
Sale beat Bristol to book ticket to Gallagher Premiership play-offs
George Ford was the architect of Sale’s impressive win, kicking four penalties, a drop-goal and three conversions for a 21-point…
PA
14 Apr, 18:21
Courtney Lawes returns from injury for Northampton
Northampton Saints received a timely boost as former England captain, Courtney Lawes, returns from injury to feature in their must…
Ian Cameron
14 Apr, 7:23
Wasps to build stadium as part of new plan
The Guardian report that Wasps have ambitious plans to build a new 24,000-seater stadium with a hotel and community leisure opport…
Ian Cameron
14 Apr, 5:46
Dan Robson: 'It was a horrific thing that happened and I'm still scarred.'
After Wasps went bust, the 14-cap England scrum-half was forced to scramble for another club and he is flourishing with Pau at the…
FEATURE
Jon Newcombe
12 Apr, 11:48
Saracens issue a short injury update on Billy Vunipola
Saracens have confirmed that the current season is over for Billy Vunipola following the first-half knee injury he sustained in la…
Liam Heagney
12 Apr, 10:51
Leicester statement: 'Game changer' Chris Ashton confirms retirement
Former England international Chris Ashton has confirmed he will retire from playing at the end of the current Gallagher Premiershi…
Liam Heagney
12 Apr, 7:20
One-club man Will Welch to retire after 15 seasons at Newcastle
Will Welch has confirmed that he will retire from playing at the end of the current season following a 15-year career with Newcast…
Liam Heagney
12 Apr, 5:18
The latest Sale update on the Manu Tuilagi contract saga
Sale boss Alex Sanderson believes only a last-gasp offer from France or Japan can stop Manu Tuilagi from signing a new deal to sta…
Chris Jones
11 Apr, 13:03
Welsh exodus continues with Dillon Lewis moving to the Premiership
The exodus of players from the regions in Wales continued on Tuesday with Cardiff tighthead Dillon Lewis joining Harlequins in the…
Liam Heagney
11 Apr, 5:55
Newcastle statement: Appointment of Alex Codling as new head coach
Newcastle have confirmed last Wednesday’s RugbyPass exclusive that ex-England lock Alex Codling will succeed Dave Walder as thei…
Liam Heagney
11 Apr, 5:15
'I'm still a bit bitter' - How Borthwick exit blindsided Leicester players
Springbok No.8 Jasper Wiesse has lifted the lid on exactly how Steve Borthwick and Kevin Sinfield broke the news of the departure …
Ian Cameron
10 Apr, 6:47
Leeds sack DoR after relegation to English rugby's 4th flight
Leeds Tykes have this week confirmed that Jon Callard, their Director of Rugby, will depart from the club at the conclusion of the…
Ian Cameron
09 Apr, 4:26
Anthony Watson explains 'grudges' he still has for his old club Bath
England winger Anthony Watson has given a withering account of his brutal exit from Bath last year, claiming he still holds a grud…
Liam Heagney
07 Apr, 5:52
Lewis Boyce and Michael Etete have left Bath with immediate effect
Forwards Lewis Boyce and Michael Etete have exited Bath for playing opportunities elsewhere. The 26-year-old prop Boyce has joined…
Liam Heagney
06 Apr, 9:10
Bristol Bears and the White Knight
English rugby is riven with financial strife, relying on its benevolent owners to prop clubs up, and in Steve Lansdown, Bristol Be…
FEATURE
Tom Bradshaw
06 Apr, 7:46
Luther Burrell on 'cut short' career, why he still won't name names
Ex-England international Luther Burrell has claimed his career has been cut short by the investigation into his racism allegations…
Liam Heagney
06 Apr, 3:29
Deal agreed for Alex Codling to become the new Newcastle boss
Newcastle Falcons have moved swiftly to replace Dave Walder with the appointment of Alex Codling as the club’s new head coach.
Exclusive
Jon Newcombe
05 Apr, 9:53
Sale sign 'under-appreciated' Tom Ellis with immediate effect
Title-chasing Sale have signed Tom Ellis with immediate effect. The Bath forward had been on loan at Saracens, but he has now move…
Liam Heagney
05 Apr, 6:23
'Brave to come forward': Luther Burrell's allegations of racism at Newcastle upheld
The RFU said it ‘believes the investigation has fulfilled its objectives and does not intend to pursue a further disciplinary in…
PA
05 Apr, 0:35
Aaron Morris confirms 'heavy heart' retirement at the age of 28
Aaron Morris is to call it quits at the end of the current campaign at the age of just 28 after injuries restricted him to just si…
Liam Heagney
04 Apr, 6:46
Exeter sign three more players after capturing Wales centre
Exeter Chiefs have been busy in the transfer market, announcing the signings of three new players following on from the signing of…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr, 12:13
Wales rookie Joe Hawkins joins Exeter Chiefs
Rookie Wales international Joe Hawkins is set to be unveiled as one of a number of signings by Exeter Chiefs in the coming days, …
Exclusive
Ian Cameron
03 Apr, 9:38
Pat Lam hits back at 'personal' Andy Goode remarks on Genge and Bristol
Bristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam has hit back at comments made by former England flyhalf Andy Goode on The Rugby Pod sugges…
Ian Cameron
02 Apr, 6:24
Newcastle Falcons statement: RFU investigation
Newcastle Falcons has announced the findings of the investigation conducted by the Rugby Football Union (RFU) into allegations of …
Ian Cameron
02 Apr, 5:33
Stormers try questioned as Quins' European season branded a 'failure'
Harlequins head coach Tabai Matson admitted his team’s season is in danger of fizzling out after they left it too late to salvag…
PA
01 Apr, 14:30
There's no smoke without fire - Andy Goode
The PR departments may have denied the stories but it’s been another bad week for the Premiership with financial headlines about…
Andy Goode
01 Apr, 3:30
Bath claim 'robust set of results' despite latest financial losses
Bath have reported revenues of nearly £20million in its latest annual financial report and while the Gallagher Premiership still …
Liam Heagney
31 Mar, 13:01
14 Gallagher Premiership players exiting the league
A bevvy of top rugby players in the Gallagher Premiership will be leaving for new challenges overseas next season.
Ian Cameron
31 Mar, 8:25
Bristol confirm nine contract extensions, including Steven Luatua
Bristol have followed Thursday’s signing ex-Wasps duo Gabriel Oghre and Sam Wolstenholme by confirming contract extensions for n…
Liam Heagney
31 Mar, 7:19
Bristol confirm recruitment of two ex-Wasps players for next season
Bristol have bolstered their roster for next season, confirming the signings on Thursday of ex-Wasps duo Gabriel Oghre from Bordea…
Liam Heagney
30 Mar, 14:19
Sale confirm 'as bad as it gets' injury suffered by Cobus Wiese
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has revealed the true extent of the devastating season-ending injury suffered by Cobus Wiese when he was …
Liam Heagney
29 Mar, 11:54
Handre Pollard paid a classy compliment by an ex-England out-half
A former England out-half has paid Handre Pollard a classy compliment after the 2019 Rugby World Cup winner’s latest involvement…
Liam Heagney
29 Mar, 7:32
London Irish issue 55-word statement about unpaid salaries story
London Irish have issued a 55-word statement in response to a media report claiming there were fears at the club that players and …
Liam Heagney
29 Mar, 6:14
Two more Gallagher Premiership clubs in financial peril - reports
England’s Gallagher Premiership woke up to damaging headlines on Wednesday morning, with separate reports claiming that Newcastl…
Liam Heagney
29 Mar, 4:59
Sale poised to schmooze Manu Tuilagi after 'insulting' first offer
Alex Sanderson is optimistic that negotiations with Manu Tuilagi this Wednesday will finally sway the England midfielder into comm…
Liam Heagney
28 Mar, 13:14
Leicester on what Hassell-Collins signing means for Anthony Watson
Leicester have spoken about where the Anthony Watson contract situation now stands at the club following an eventful Tuesday in wh…
Liam Heagney
28 Mar, 10:38
Bristol confirm the exit of assistant coach John Muldoon
Bristol boss Pat Lam will lose right-hand man John Muldoon to Connacht for the 2023/24 season. The pair first worked together when…
Liam Heagney
28 Mar, 8:13
Leicester statement: Contract extension confirmed for Mike Brown
The 2023 Mike Brown resurgence has had another happy development as the ex-England full-back has signed a deal that will see him s…
Liam Heagney
28 Mar, 7:39
London Irish statement: Ollie Hassell-Collins has joined Leicester
London Irish have confirmed that Ollie Hassell-Collins, their winger recently capped at Test level by England, is to leave at the …
Liam Heagney
28 Mar, 7:14
Damning Rugby Pod verdict: 'Genge looked like he wasn't interested'
Rugby Pod co-host Andy Goode believes the abject performance last Saturday by Ellis Genge on his return to his old club Leicester …
Liam Heagney
28 Mar, 5:51
Furious Rob Baxter threatens to cut players after 'litany of errors'
Exeter boss Rob Baxter struggled to contain his anger as he delivered a withering verdict on the Chiefs’ 36-19 Gallagher Premier…
PA
26 Mar, 14:28
Exeter's play-off hopes suffer huge blow as Bath move off bottom
Exeter’s Gallagher Premiership play-off hopes suffered a huge blow as Bath shredded the form book to claim a 36-19 victory
PA
26 Mar, 12:25
'There's nothing expected of us, so we've said we'd enjoy the journey'
London Irish director of rugby Declan Kidney downplayed his side’s play-off chances after a 37-22 victory at the Gtech Community…
PA
26 Mar, 4:39
London Irish into play-off places after stylish win over Northampton
London Irish launched themselves into a play-off spot with a flair-filled showing as they overcame fellow post-season hopefuls Nor…
PA
25 Mar, 16:02
Saracens and England sweat on Owen Farrell injury news
Farrell hobbled off in the 70th minute as Saracens edged London rivals Harlequins 36-24.
PA
25 Mar, 15:43
Farrell gets better of England teammate Smith before injury strikes
Owen Farrell came out on top in his duel with Marcus Smith at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium but the afternoon ended in personal disapp…
PA
25 Mar, 13:34
'World-class' Pollard play unlocks Bristol's defence
Richard Wigglesworth heaped praise on “world-class” Handre Pollard as Leicester beat Bristol 46-24 to boost their Gallagher Pr…
PA
25 Mar, 12:40
Handre Pollard leads Leicester to impressive victory over Bristol
A Handre Pollard-inspired Leicester showed their title credentials with a statement 46-24 win over Bristol that moved them clear o…
PA
25 Mar, 11:17
Exiled Bok No.8 prospect ploughs through 125kg prop
Northampton Saints No.8 Juarno Augustus left rugby fans in awe after running through the 125kg Bath prop Darcy Rae in his side's G…
Ian Cameron
25 Mar, 6:46
'No complaints': London Irish defend level of support in Brentford
Declan Kidney has insisted that the move of London Irish back to the English capital has been a success even though just two of th…
Liam Heagney
25 Mar, 6:08
Julian Montoya: 'I'm not lying, I don't think about those things much'
Leicester skipper Julian Montoya has downplayed his recent vault up the Gallagher Premiership try-scoring list with the Tigers.
Liam Heagney
25 Mar, 5:21
14-man Newcastle claim fiery victory over Gloucester
Newcastle produced a stunning performance in Mark Laycock’s first home game in charge as they prevailed 17-12 over Gloucester de…
PA
24 Mar, 18:22
The pointless 12-man escape London Irish refuse to celebrate
This Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership fixture between London Irish and Northampton has rekindled memories of the bizarre nine mi…
Liam Heagney
24 Mar, 12:14
Farrell and Smith to collide as Saracens and Harlequins name teams
Owen Farrell and Marcus Smith will challenge each other head-on this Saturday for their Gallagher Premiership clubs following a Gu…
Liam Heagney
24 Mar, 8:30
Three Gloucester players suffer 'season-ending injuries'
Gloucester Rugby has been hit with a major blow as three of their players have been ruled out for the rest of the season due to in…
Ian Cameron
24 Mar, 7:45
The reason why London Irish couldn't convince Rob Simmons to stay
Declan Kidney has bemoaned the financial imbalance that ultimately made it impossible for London Irish to keep hold of ex-Wallabie…
Liam Heagney
24 Mar, 6:31
How three refugees of England rugby landed Down Under after club cull
A trio of former Premiership players have landed in Perth.
FEATURE
23 Mar, 18:14
Northampton statement: Aaron Hinkley has left club
Northampton Saints have confirmed that former England U20s star Aaron Hinkley has left the club by mutual consent.
Ian Cameron
23 Mar, 8:44
The Mark Laycock verdict on Walder exiting 'emotional' Newcastle
Interim head coach Mark Laycock has held his first media briefing since he was asked on March 13 to take temporary charge at Newca…
Liam Heagney
22 Mar, 10:03
Bath statement: 'Behemoth prop' Thomas du Toit joining next season
Bath have bolstered their roster for 2023/24 with yet another Test-level signing, unveiling Springboks tighthead Thomas du Toit as…
Liam Heagney
22 Mar, 6:21
Northampton confirm exit of ex-Springboks wing Courtnall Skosan
Former Springboks winger Courtnall Skosan will leave Northampton at the end of the season – but there is no indication where he …
Liam Heagney
21 Mar, 12:00
Snubbed Joe Simmond's new club set to be confirmed this week
There was maybe a tinge of sadness as Exeter Chiefs lavished praise on flyhalf Joe Simmonds, whose new club in set to be confirmed…
Ian Cameron
20 Mar, 12:56
Wallaby Rob Simmons the latest to exit English rugby
London Irish and the Gallagher Premiership will be losing one another storied international star, as Rob Simmons, the Wallabies lo…
Ian Cameron
20 Mar, 8:48
Newcastle sign Sedbergh School star Ben Redshaw
Newcastle Falcons have confirmed that they have signed England Under-18s star Ben Redshaw on a two-year deal.
Ian Cameron
20 Mar, 7:48
Gloucester sign dual qualifed 6'5, 105kg centre Max Llewellyn
In a major coup for the Gallagher Premiership side, Gloucester have confirmed the signing of dual-qualified Cardiff centre Max Lle…
Ian Cameron
20 Mar, 7:20
Tuilagi considering his future as Sale battle to keep England centre
England centre Manu Tuilagi is currently considering his options as his contract with Sale Sharks comes to an end. The powerful ce…
Ian Cameron
17 Mar, 9:53
Wasps' training ground has a new client, but it isn't a rugby team
Wasps’ training ground is back in business – but not for rugby. The Henley-in-Arden facility became surplus to requirement in …
Liam Heagney
17 Mar, 8:42
One cap England wing Thorley won't join Gloucester exodus
Ollie Thorley will be plying his trade at Gloucester next season after the club confirmed that the one-cap England winger has exte…
Ian Cameron
16 Mar, 13:09
Exeter sign a 133kg tighthead with immediate effect
Exeter have moved quickly to fill the void left by injured tighthead Harry Williams by securing the immediate effect signing of Eh…
Liam Heagney
14 Mar, 10:12
England prop Trevor Davidson quits Newcastle with immediate effect
Twice-capped England prop Trevor Davidson has exited Newcastle with immediate effect to permanently join Northampton, with Irish p…
Liam Heagney
14 Mar, 7:18
Jack Nowell to join La Rochelle - report
Exeter Chiefs winger Jack Nowell is reported to be moving to French Top 14 club La Rochelle, according to The Daily Telegraph.
Ian Cameron
13 Mar, 14:22
'The truth is we've had to cut a lot of money off the wage bill'- Rob Baxter
Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter has called on fans to be patient as he rebuilds the team with a tighter budget.
Ian Cameron
13 Mar, 4:06
Skivington's brutal admission about the rest of Gloucester's season
Gloucester head coach George Skivington accepted that it would now be extremely difficult for his side to make the end-of-season p…
PA
12 Mar, 16:45
'George ticks both of those boxes' - Borthwick advised to pick Ford
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson backed George Ford to return to the England squad following their Guinness Six Nations hamme…
PA
12 Mar, 14:23
London Irish boost play-off hopes with victory over second-placed Sale
London Irish gave their play-off aspirations a boost as they overcame second-placed Sale 36-18 in a compelling battle at the Gtech…
PA
12 Mar, 12:55
In-form Bristol continue play-off push after brushing aside Harlequins
Bristol Bears continued their climb up the Gallagher Premiership table with an impressive 51-26 win over Harlequins at Ashton Gate…
PA
12 Mar, 12:14
The Bristol verdict on their rookie tighthead who joined as a No8
It’s been quite the journey at Bristol for the locally sourced prop George Kloska. The 23-year-old initially arrived at the Bear…
Liam Heagney
12 Mar, 6:00
Exeter Chiefs sign Georgia's Nika Abuladze
Exeter Chiefs signed their first Georgian, securing the services of international prop Nika Abuladze.
Ian Cameron
11 Mar, 16:54
Exeter battle past struggling Newcastle to keep up play-off push
Exeter kept up their hopes of an end of season Premiership play-off spot with a bonus-point 24-5 victory over Newcastle in difficu…
PA
11 Mar, 15:15
Ex-England centre among players rumoured for Gloucester exit
Rumours suggest that Gloucester could be set to lose at least two players to a new club made up of Ealing Trailfinders and the Osp…
Ian Cameron
11 Mar, 9:59
Polledri makes shock move to Italian URC side Zebre
Gloucester has confirmed that back-row Jake Polledri will leave the club for the URC at the end of the current season to join Ital…
Ian Cameron
11 Mar, 8:34
Walder insists ignominy of finishing bottom will keep Falcons fighting
Newcastle Falcons boss Dave Walder believes the ignominy of finishing bottom of the Premiership - despite the absence of relegatio…
Chris Jones
11 Mar, 6:27
The ex-England apprentice who took very different path to Marcus Smith
Under different circumstances, Gabriel Ibitoye could well have been running out at Twickenham this Saturday to represent England i…
Liam Heagney
11 Mar, 5:26
Northampton bounce back with bonus point win over Bath
Northampton recovered from last week’s embarrassing result at Bristol to pick up a bonus-point 45-26 victory over Bath at Frankl…
PA
10 Mar, 17:08
Saracens prop Robin Hislop off the hook for red card
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) have rescinded a red card given to Saracens prop Robin Hislop on the weekend.
Ian Cameron
10 Mar, 8:05
The Rob Baxter verdict on why crowds are down this season at Exeter
Exeter came roaring out of the pandemic, enjoying an average attendance for regular season Premiership games of 12,199 in 2021/22 …
Liam Heagney
10 Mar, 7:02
Inconsistent Gloucester warned of 'slaughter' in Prem crunch match
Gloucester boss George Skivington has warned his players they could get slaughtered by Premiership champions Leicester if they del…
Chris Jones
10 Mar, 3:13
The feeling at Bristol with Heenan sledger Joe Marler set to visit
Pat Lam has given his view with Joe Marler set to visit Bristol on Sunday with Harlequins nearly 11 weeks after the sledging incid…
Liam Heagney
09 Mar, 3:05
Pat Lam has responded to 'Charles Piutau is leaving Bristol' reports
Bristol boss Pat Lam has responded to reports that Charles Piutau will definitely leave the Bears at the end of the current season…
Liam Heagney
08 Mar, 11:38
Northampton statement: Fijian lock signed to replace David Ribbans
Northampton have announced the signing of Fiji Test lock Temo Mayanavanua as their replacement next season for the France-bound Da…
Liam Heagney
08 Mar, 7:26
Newcastle bring in an ex-Wasps hooker with immediate effect
Dave Walder has bolstered his Newcastle squad for the end-of-season run-in with the immediate effect recruitment of ex-Wasps young…
Liam Heagney
07 Mar, 7:13
The silence is deafening at Worcester - Andy Goode
All has gone quiet on the Worcester front in recent weeks but it’s looking like lightning could have struck twice and interventi…
Opinion
Andy Goode
06 Mar, 11:20
'Everybody in the stadium could see that': Saracens boss annoyed at tight calls going against them
Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall believed tight calls went against them as they lost a thrilling top-of-the-table clash.
PA
05 Mar, 13:55
Sale roar back against Saracens to win top-of-the-table thriller
Joe Carpenter scored two tries in his side’s 35-24 victory.
PA
05 Mar, 12:41
'We're definitely going to give the old boss some headaches'
Richard Wigglesworth believes Leicester’s fringe internationals have given England coach Steve Borthwick a selection headache af…
PA
05 Mar, 3:18
'He can do no more': Quins coach says Marcus Smith has delivered for Borthwick
Harlequins head coach Tabai Matson glowingly endorsed Marcus Smith amid doubts about his involvement with England.
PA
04 Mar, 17:58
Marcus Smith sends England message as Harlequins trounce Exeter
Harlequins showcased some glamorous rugby as they dominated an underwhelming Exeter side 40-5 in the Gallagher Premiership clash a…
PA
04 Mar, 14:48
'Humbling experience' - Saints boss reacts to cricket score loss at Ashton Gate
Phil Dowson has described Saints' Premiership defeat against Bristol as “a humbling experience” after they capitulated at Asht…
PA
04 Mar, 4:40
Bristol pump Northampton with nine try haul
Rampant Bristol reeled off a third successive Gallagher Premiership victory after crushing play-off hopefuls Northampton 62-8 at A…
PA
03 Mar, 17:15
Jimmy Gopperth aims to join Brad Thorn in elite Premiership club
Jimmy Gopperth is hoping to become only the second player to feature in the Premiership at the age of 40, matching fellow New Zeal…
Chris Jones
03 Mar, 10:23
Harlequins name Marcus Smith to start after his England release
Marcus Smith has been named to start by Harlequins on Saturday after he was dropped from this week’s England training squad by S…
Liam Heagney
03 Mar, 7:23
Mike Haywood retires at 31 after offer that 'felt too good to turn down'
Northampton Saints veteran Mike Haywood will retire at the end of the season following an offer that 'felt too good to turn down'.
Ian Cameron
02 Mar, 9:38
The physio room brawl that ended England player's Harlequins career
More often than not, when fights break out amongst teammates behind the scenes at their clubs, it's the training pitch where you'd…
Ian Cameron
02 Mar, 8:57
The 'locked in stone' legacy Semi Radradra is leaving at Bristol
Semi Radradra doesn’t have much longer left in his three-year stint with Bristol. The Bears have just six Gallagher Premiership …
Liam Heagney
02 Mar, 4:58
The small tip that helped turn Brett Connon into a world class kicker
Former England outside half Dave Walder has revealed the crucial advice that has turned Brett Connon into a “world class kicker…
Chris Jones
02 Mar, 3:50
Bristol explain their signing of Kieran Marmion after Andy Uren exit
Pat Lam has described former Ireland international Kieran Marmion as the perfect fit to replace Andy Uren, the current Bristol scr…
Liam Heagney
01 Mar, 13:59
Sale statement: The signing of Sam Bedlow from Bristol
Alex Sanderson has secured a deal taking ex-Sale academy graduate Sam Bedlow back to the Sharks for the 2023/24 season.
Liam Heagney
27 Feb, 10:45
Newcastle make ex-Wasps lock their third signing for 2023/24
Ex-Wasps forward Tim Cardall has become the third new Newcastle signing for next season following last week’s announcement of Sc…
Liam Heagney
27 Feb, 8:16
The 'shackles are off' reason why Sale are on guard going to Exeter
Second-place Sale are Exeter-bound on Sunday fully aware that they can’t afford another slip on the road if they are to deliver …
Liam Heagney
26 Feb, 6:31
'I've found myself bored at times going from head coach to assistant' - Lee Blackett
Life is currently very different for Lee Blackett from what he had known as the Wasps boss. Take his commute to work.
Interview
Liam Heagney
26 Feb, 4:30
Leicester's misery on the road ends with win at London Irish
Reigning champions Leicester ended their losing run on the road to pick up four valuable points in their quest for an end of seaso…
PA
26 Feb, 2:39
Northampton secure third straight Premiership victory with Gloucester win
In-form Northampton dealt Gloucester’s play-off hopes another blow with a 41-34 victory in a compelling affair at the cinch Stad…
PA
25 Feb, 12:28
Saracens escape shock home upset against 14-man Newcastle
An early red card for Newcastle’s Greg Peterson ruined any hopes of his side causing an upset as Saracens moved 12 points clear …
PA
25 Feb, 11:48
The brutal moment when Saracens made Gavin Henson feel embarrassed
With it being Wales versus England week in Cardiff, Gavin Henson, the penalty hero of the 2005 Six Nations encounter, was always g…
Liam Heagney
25 Feb, 4:23
Wacky reason why Chris Ashton had to shelve Ash Splash celebration
Hard to believe it’s now four years since Chris Ashton was last capped by England but he will keep abreast of the live updates f…
Interview
Liam Heagney
25 Feb, 3:43
Bristol beat Bath in Prem bottom battle
Bath remain rooted to the bottom of the Premiership table after their fierce rivals Bristol won an error-ridden clash
PA
24 Feb, 17:17
The 10am call an upset Sale gave referee Ian Tempest last Sunday
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has revealed he was on the phone venting to referee Ian Tempest the morning after last weekend’s dramat…
Liam Heagney
24 Feb, 7:15
The reason Wigglesworth now admires Chris Ashton more than ever
Interim Leicester boss Richard Wigglesworth has paid Chris Ashton quite a tribute at his latest midweek media briefing.
Interview
Liam Heagney
22 Feb, 8:50
Former Wasps lock set for Premiership return after short URC stint
Ex-Wasps lock Kiran McDonald is primed for a return to the Gallagher Premiership in 2023/24 after he agreed on a deal to join Newc…
Liam Heagney
22 Feb, 6:23
Leicester statement: New coach named after list of 40 whittled down
Leicester have named Australian-based coach Dan McKellar as their new head coach for the 2023/24 season.
Liam Heagney
22 Feb, 4:20
Scotland prop McCallum returning to Prem after Edinburgh stint
Former Scotland prop Murray McCallum is heading back to Gallagher Premiership after what will have been a short stay in Edinburgh.…
Ian Cameron
20 Feb, 7:23
Sir Nigel Boardman to lead Premiership Rugby review of club finances
Premiership Rugby has appointed Sir Nigel Boardman to lead a review of the financial position of its current clubs.
PA
20 Feb, 6:29
The extraordinary lengths Newcastle are going to preparing Pedro Rubiolo
Newcastle Falcons are set to launch Argentina international forward Pedro Rubiolo’s Premiership career against Saracens and the …
Chris Jones
20 Feb, 5:24
'It sends a message... as one of my former clubs wrote me off because of age'
Mike Brown believes his starring return to Gallagher Premiership action with Leicester will send out a message.
PA
19 Feb, 14:28
Leicester see off Saracens in full-blooded encounter
Handre Pollard scored 14 points as Leicester won a full-blooded encounter over leaders Saracens 24-18 to keep alive their hopes of…
PA
19 Feb, 12:17
'It's something I just grew up with, I've no idea where it comes from'
Benhard Janse van Rensburg will have enjoyed the Saturday night bus ride home with London Irish. The deserved win over Bath gave t…
Interview
Liam Heagney
19 Feb, 3:51
'It's probably the biggest regret of my coaching career'
Former Newcastle Falcons and Harlequins head coach Dean Richards admits that the 'Bloodgate' scandal of 2009 is the biggest regret…
Ian Cameron
19 Feb, 3:19
'He's apologised': Sale Sharks coach on why Manu Tuilagi is 'gutted' after red card
Alex Sanderson was upset Tuilagi did not get to show what he can do to England head coach Steve Borthwick.
PA
18 Feb, 19:04
Wasps issue statement on Sixways 'rumours'
Wasps have issued a statement denied that they have come to an agreement to move to Sixways, or any other stadium.
Ian Cameron
18 Feb, 14:02
Watch - Tuilagi sees red as Sale sunk by Northampton's fightback
Manu Tuilagi was sent off on his return to club action as Sale were left stunned by a Northampton fightback, who claimed a 38-34 h…
PA
18 Feb, 12:54
London Irish spank Bath with play-off place beckoning
London Irish strengthened their credentials for a top-four finish in the Gallagher Premiership with a comfortable 25-10 victory th…
PA
18 Feb, 12:12
Wasps to relocate to Sixways - report
Wasps are set to relocate to Sixways from next season on, a move that was announced today at a public meeting between Atlas and Wo…
Ian Cameron
18 Feb, 11:49
Administration possible if Leicester don't get £13million cash injection
A planned £13 million pound cash injection is set to save Leicester Tigers from potentially going into administration.
Ian Cameron
18 Feb, 7:07
Louis Rees-Zammit shines in return to give Gloucester bonus point win over Harlequins
Louis Rees-Zammit weaved his magic as Gloucester climbed to third in the Gallagher Premiership after beating play-off rivals Harle…
PA
17 Feb, 18:00
Bristol secures Bonus point in home win over Newcastle
Scrum-half Harry Randall scored two tries to move Bristol off the bottom of the Premiership table with a bonus-point victory over …
PA
17 Feb, 17:34
Ex-Lions forward suggests it's 'time to look at a British League'
Former England lock Martin Bayfield, a 1993 tourist with the British and Irish Lions, has called on the rugby authorities to shake…
Liam Heagney
17 Feb, 5:02
Harlequins' frank admission about Nick Evans and England
Harlequins boss Tabai Matson has admitted the club may not have released attack coach Nick Evans to help England’s Six Nations c…
Chris Jones
16 Feb, 11:46
RFU statement: Wasps and Worcester in 2023/24
The RFU have updated the status of Wasps and Worcester regarding their respective situations for the 2023/24 after both clubs fina…
Liam Heagney
15 Feb, 12:45
Lynagh ready for comeback after injury nightmare
Harlequins boss Tabai Matson has revealed rising star Louis Lynagh, son of Wallaby great Michael...
Chris Jones
13 Feb, 12:56
Confirmed: Semi Radradra has named his new French club
The exit of Semi Radradra from Bristol was officially confirmed on Friday evening, the in-demand Fijian powerhouse getting unveile…
Liam Heagney
10 Feb, 12:57
Gloucester lock Andrew Davidson has exited with immediate effect
Gloucester forward Andrew Davidson has left the Gallagher Premiership club with immediate effect. The Scottish second row was sign…
Liam Heagney
10 Feb, 9:13
Furious Steve Diamond blasts the Atlas plan for Worcester
Steve Diamond has slammed the plan by new owners Jim O’Toole and James Sandford to rebrand Worcester Warriors as Sixways Rugby a…
Liam Heagney
10 Feb, 7:48
Northampton statement: David Ribbans' exit to Top 14 is confirmed
Northampton have confirmed that England lock David Ribbans will quit at the end of the current season for a move to the Top 14.
Liam Heagney
10 Feb, 5:16
Ex-Worcester boss Steve Diamond tweets 'shafted' 37-word RIP message
Former Worcester director of rugby Steve Diamond has tweeted a negative 37-word verdict about the decision on Thursday to rebrand …
Liam Heagney
09 Feb, 12:40
Intervention could yet foil 'absolutely disgusting' move to erase Worcester
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport is reportedly in talks with the Rugby Football Union to block the sale of Worcester Wa…
Chris Jones
09 Feb, 10:59
RFU issue statement on controversial Worcester Warriors rebrand
Ownership group Atlas plan to merge with semi-professional fourth tier club Stourbridge.
PA
09 Feb, 10:42
Worcester Warriors renamed and will not play in RFU Championship
Worcester Warriors will be renamed Sixways Rugby as ownership group Atlas revealed the club will not feature in next season’s Ch…
PA
09 Feb, 7:02
The Fijian Drua won't last long if their top players keep getting picked off
The Fijian Drua can't just be a feeder club, they have to be able to stand on their own two feet - and that's going to be difficul…
Opinion
Tom Vinicombe
08 Feb, 10:25
Bristol name the Fijian who will replace the France-bound Radradra
Pat Lam has confirmed he has secured a replacement for the France-bound Semi Radradra, Bristol unveiling the signing of Fijian Dru…
Liam Heagney
08 Feb, 4:34
'I want the most expensive rugby player, that's how fantasy it was'
Ex-RFU boss Rob Andrew has recalled being at the forefront of the unprecedented recruitment drive that resulted in Newcastle signi…
Liam Heagney
07 Feb, 13:17
'Pure box office': Adam Radwan agrees lengthy Newcastle extension
Out-of-favour England winger Adam Radwan has agreed on a deal to stay with Newcastle rather than look to get the attention of nati…
Liam Heagney
07 Feb, 10:32
The strong-man fitness circuit incident at Saracens that wounded Itoje
England lock Maro Itoje has recalled his formative years coming through the ranks at Saracens, including how his teenage failure i…
Liam Heagney
06 Feb, 4:00
A chilling 15-minute video of the missing Levi Davis has emerged
A chilling social media video of Levi Davis has emerged more than three months after the former Bath and Ealing player went missin…
Liam Heagney
04 Feb, 7:03
Out of favour Engand wing Cokanasiga to stay at Bath
Blockbusting England winger Joe Cokanasiga has committed his future to Bath as he bids to battle his way back into contention for …
Ian Cameron
02 Feb, 7:44
England outcast George Ford to make first start for Sale Sharks
England outcast George Ford will make his long-awaited debut for Sale Sharks this weekend
in a Premiership Rugby Cup pool clash a…
Ian Cameron
02 Feb, 7:14
Worcester officially have new owners after four months in limbo
Worcester finally have new owners after the administrators struck a deal with the Atlas group headed up James Sandford and Jim O…
Liam Heagney
01 Feb, 11:10
Leicester statement: Mike Brown has joined with immediate effect
Defending Gallagher Premiership champions Leicester have confirmed the signing of ex-England full-back Mike Brown on a short-term …
Liam Heagney
31 Jan, 10:25
Exeter revisit 'very powerful emotions' of Saracens' salary scandal
Rob Baxter has revisited how the fallout over the Saracens salary cap saga helped to fuel Exeter to win their 2019/20 Gallagher Pr…
Liam Heagney
30 Jan, 4:49
Matson reacts to latest Harlequins flop as rot sets in
Tabai Matson accepted Harlequins were now a mid-table team after seeing them crash to a fourth straight league defeat.
PA
29 Jan, 13:50
Watch - Captain sees red as London Irish pile more misery on Harlequins
Harlequins’ miserable league run continued with their fourth straight Premiership defeat after a red card for captain Stephan Le…
PA
29 Jan, 12:43
'Francois is Hollywood, isn't he': Saracens boss Mark McCall heaps praise on former Springbok
Substitute Francois Hougaard struck with the clock almost three minutes in the red, rounding off a spell of relentless pressure th…
PA
28 Jan, 15:34
Exeter back in playoff spot after a hard-fought win over Gloucester
Exeter Chiefs leapfrogged Gloucester into the top four in the Gallagher Premiership table with a hard-fought 24-17 victory at Sand…
PA
28 Jan, 13:48
Leaking players to England effecting Leicester's 'consistency'
Northampton director of rugby Phil Dowson praised his squad for adapting to having so many players absent following their 19-18 vi…
PA
28 Jan, 13:40
Clock-in-the-red Hougaard try denies Bristol at Saracens
Francois Hougaard scored a dramatic winning try on his Saracens league debut as the Gallagher Premiership leaders edged out Bristo…
PA
28 Jan, 12:27
Even Tyson Fury got a mention in Freddie Burns' Leicester send-off
Freddie Burns has revealed he shared a Tyson Fury quote with the Leicester squad when he last addressed them on the Welford Road p…
Liam Heagney
28 Jan, 11:46
Leicester's Prem freefall continues as Saints win first away game
Ollie Sleightholme’s superbly-taken try earned Northampton victory in the East Midlands derby as they edged out Leicester 19-18 …
PA
28 Jan, 11:34
The three clubs circling snubbed England No.8 Billy Vunipola
As many as three clubs on two continents are said to targeting unwanted England No.8 Billy Vunipola.
Ian Cameron
28 Jan, 11:09
Video: Farewell message leaves 'blown away' Freddie Burns in tears
Freddie Burns was left in tears reading out emotional messages from Leicester fans ahead of his final match for the club this Satu…
Liam Heagney
28 Jan, 6:19
The 'sign of growth' that Bath have taken from their latest loss
Bath head coach Johann van Graan urged his side to continue fighting after suffering a last-gasp 30-27 defeat to high-flying Sale …
PA
28 Jan, 4:23
Watch: Arron Reed's last-minute winning try for Sale versus Bath
Arron Reed scored a last-minute try as Sale earned a dramatic 30-27 Gallagher Premiership win over a resilient Bath side who saw t…
PA
28 Jan, 4:09
Jannes Kirsten the latest to quit as major Exeter exodus continues
Jannes Kirsten has become the latest Exeter Chiefs double-winner to quit Sandy Park. The Gallagher Premiership club has been swamp…
Liam Heagney
27 Jan, 11:02
'I hope he doesn't give away too many of our secrets to the English boys'
Harlequins find themselves in a unique and undesirable position this Guinness Six Nations where not only their players are being s…
Josh Raisey
27 Jan, 3:20
Billy Vunipola implies he may be about to leave Saracens
Out of favour England No.8 Billy Vunipola has implied that he's ready to leave Saracens after the Rugby World Cup, should an oppor…
Ian Cameron
26 Jan, 10:57
Free agent Cipriani admits he 'might never play again'
Former England flyhalf Danny Cipriani says despite being physically in best shape of his life, he might never play another profess…
Ian Cameron
26 Jan, 9:44
Premiership statement: Shot clock trial to start this weekend
Friday night’s Gallagher Premiership match at the AJ Bell between Sale and Bath will see the introduction of the shot clock for …
Liam Heagney
26 Jan, 8:29
'Addiction to tinkering': Two Premiership bosses on RFU tackle law
Two Gallagher Premiership directors of rugby - Sale boss Alex Sanderson and Rob Baxter of Exeter - have shared their thoughts on t…
Interview
Liam Heagney
26 Jan, 4:04
Plan for George Ford to debut on Friday for Sale has been scrapped
This Friday’s much-anticipated Sale debut for George Ford has been scrapped. The England out-half has been sidelined since his f…
Liam Heagney
25 Jan, 12:43
The 21-word Sale answer to latest Manu Tuilagi 'leaving' rumour
Alex Sanderson has addressed the latest speculation that England pick Manu Tuilagi will exit Sale at the end of this season when h…
Liam Heagney
25 Jan, 11:57
Seismic defensive shifts are on the horizon with new tackle laws
Rugby defences are going to have to make big changes with the new tackle laws.
FEATURE
Nick Bishop
25 Jan, 9:31
Mike Brown currently on trial at a Premiership club - report
Ex-England full-back Mike Brown is reportedly on trial at a Gallagher Premiership club ten months after playing his last game in t…
Liam Heagney
25 Jan, 4:45
RPA make startling 'mascots get paid more than some players' claim
RPA general secretary Christian Day is seeking to introduce a minimum salary into the Gallagher Premiership after claiming that cl…
PA
24 Jan, 11:23
Exeter turn to Bath to quickly fill the gap left by van Heerden
Rob Baxter has moved quickly to replace the departed Ruben van Heerden, agreeing to a deal that has taken Mike Williams from Bath …
Sam Smith
24 Jan, 7:24
The day Billy Vunipola was taken aside by Saracens over his off-field behaviour
Hulking Saracens No8 Billy Vunipola has recalled the day he was taken aside by Saracens over his off-field behaviour - by non-othe…
Ian Cameron
24 Jan, 5:40
Northampton Saints sign ex-Wasps hooker Tom Cruse
Northampton Saints have signed former Wasps hooker Tom Cruse until the end of the 2022/23 campaign on a short-term deal.
Ian Cameron
23 Jan, 12:19
'It was only because we were so successful that clubs came after us'
Saracens No.8 Billy Vunipola has described the salary cap scandal that engulfed the club three years ago as a 'witchhunt' and one …
Ian Cameron
23 Jan, 11:58
Freddie Burns could be just the tonic the Highlanders need
Premiership winner Freddie Burns could push the Highlanders to greater heights.
FEATURE
Tom Vinicombe
23 Jan, 11:56
Leicester sign Bristol scrumhalf after early release agreed
Leicester Tigers have signed Bristol Bears scrumhalf Tom Whiteley after an early release was agreed by Pat Lam's side.
Ian Cameron
23 Jan, 7:18
Vunipola: 'This is what I chose, the life I signed I up for'
Saracens No.8 Billy Vunipola has opened up about his attitude to the potential risks posed by concussion as a professional rugby u…
Ian Cameron
23 Jan, 6:54
O'Shea's middle-of-the-night police station calls about Danny Care
Veteran scrum-half Danny Care had recalled the middle-of-the-night police station calls that Conor O’Shea received about him dur…
Liam Heagney
23 Jan, 4:00
Highlanders sign ex-England flyhalf Freddie Burns
The Highlanders have signed former England flyhalf Freddie Burns from Leicester Tigers, who have released the former England 10 mi…
Ian Cameron
22 Jan, 14:20
Harry Williams joins Exeter Chiefs exodus - report
According to French media, former England prop Harry Williams will join the exodus of first-team players leaving Exeter Chiefs.
Ian Cameron
21 Jan, 7:43
Glasgow miss last gasp kick resulting in Challenge Cup draw with Bath
Former England scrum-half Ben Spencer landed a late penalty to secure Bath a 19-19 Challenge Cup draw with Glasgow at Scotstoun.
PA
20 Jan, 17:55
'Unhappy' Ruben van Heerden the latest Exeter player to leave
Exeter Chiefs' ongoing player exodus continues at pace as the Gallagher Premiership side confirmed that Ruben van Heerden is the l…
Ian Cameron
20 Jan, 9:28
Leicester sign ex-Wasps prop West and a South African youngster
New Leicester boss Richard Wigglesworth has strengthened his squad with immediate effect, signing England prospect Tom West and Ca…
Liam Heagney
19 Jan, 5:19
Joe Simmonds to become the latest big name to quit Exeter - report
Double-winning skipper Joe Simmonds is poised to become the latest big name to exit Exeter at the end of the current season.
Liam Heagney
18 Jan, 14:23
On this day in 2020: Saracens relegated from the Premiership
Saracens were informed they would be relegated from the Gallagher Premiership at the end of the season following a series of breac…
PA
18 Jan, 3:49
Exeter statement: The exit of Dave Ewers
Dave Ewers has become the latest big name to quit Exeter for the 2023/24 season, the back-rower following Sam Simmonds and Luke Co…
Liam Heagney
17 Jan, 8:40
Harlequins statement: The signing of scrum-half Will Porter
Harlequins’ preparations for the 2023/24 season continued on Tuesday with the confirmation that Will Porter has been signed.
Liam Heagney
17 Jan, 7:29
'Stain on the reputation': DCMS issues damning Premiership report
The DCMS has warned that the financial situation of Gallagher Premiership clubs is “clearly unsustainable” in a damning report…
PA
17 Jan, 4:23
Tigers confirm Danny Wilson role 'effective immediately'
Leicester Tigers haved confirmed that former Glasgow Warriors head coach Danny Wilson will join the club’s coaching team.
Kim Ekin
15 Jan, 14:15
Two red cards sink London Irish against Stormers
London Irish’s feint hopes of progressing in the Heineken Champions Cup vanished due to a pair of red cards as Stormers ran out …
PA
15 Jan, 10:03
A fresh theory has emerged in the case of the missing Levi Davis
Levi Davis, the ex-Bath and Ealing player, could have been kidnapped, according to the latest information received by his family. …
Liam Heagney
14 Jan, 6:54
'Still bitter about it now': The setback that bugs Simpson-Daniel
Retired England international James Simpson-Daniel has revealed one aspect of his stellar club career with Gloucester that he is s…
Liam Heagney
13 Jan, 7:24
Saracens statement: The signing of ex-Wasps back-rower Tom Willis
England prospect Tom Willis will return to the Gallagher Premiership next season after securing a deal with Saracens for the 2023/…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan, 14:14
Harlequins statement: The signing of ex-Glasgow boss Danny Wilson
Former Glasgow boss Danny Wilson is back in rugby after securing a deal to join Harlequins as an assistant for the 2023/24 season.…
Liam Heagney
12 Jan, 7:19
'Too much negative': Sale hit back over Tuilagi clash with Allan
Sale boss Alex Sanderson has taken umbrage with the level of negative commentary that has accompanied last Sunday’s much-talked-…
Liam Heagney
11 Jan, 12:21
Northampton statement: The signing of ex-Wasps back Burger Odendaal
Former Wasps midfielder Burger Odendaal will return to the Gallagher Premiership next season, joining Northampton once his stop-ga…
Liam Heagney
10 Jan, 8:28
Harlequins CEO refutes Andre Esterhuizen rumours
Harlequins CEO Laurie Dalrymple has refuted claims that Andre Esterhuizen is considering leaving the club.
Ian Cameron
09 Jan, 9:17
Gutted Bristol boss Pat Lam reacts to his side's latest humbling
The visitors were second best in almost every area as they went down 23-7.
PA
09 Jan, 6:45
Everyone is saying the same thing about the Manu Tuilagi incident
Many rugby fans are questioning how Sale Sharks centre Manu Tuilagi went unpunished for a collision with Tommy Allan in his side's…
Ian Cameron
09 Jan, 6:35
Has the England job come too early for Steve Borthwick?
Leicester's dominance has slipped following an exceptional 2021-22 season.
FEATURE
Nick Bishop
09 Jan, 6:27
'He loved to grab people by the throat and just be a pain'
England World Cup winner Jason Robinson has recalled his transformative time at Sale playing alongside the enigmatic Sebastien Cha…
Liam Heagney
09 Jan, 4:00
'I would love to stay at the club... I am not saying I am definitely leaving'
The England wing could follow his Exeter team-mates to France.
PA
08 Jan, 14:11
'Fingers crossed' - Sale issue update on England flanker Tom Curry
Tom Curry faces a race against time to be fit for England’s Six Nations opener against Scotland after suffering a hamstring stra…
PA
08 Jan, 14:01
This weekend's Championship shocker evidence RFU must now act
What the governing body decides to do with the Championship is a far more crucial decision.
Opinion
Sam Roberts
08 Jan, 8:43
'It's actually true, I've run my quickest top speeds this year'
New Sale signing Tom O’Flaherty is thrilled he is defying the supposed logic that the older a winger gets, the slower you are se…
Interview
Liam Heagney
08 Jan, 4:30
Newcastle's attitude 'absolutely bang on' against Leicester
Newcastle Falcons head coach Dave Walder was in raptures after his side ended a four-year winless run against Leicester Tigers wit…
PA
08 Jan, 3:00
Exeter issue Luke Cowan-Dickie update amid Six Nations injury fears
Exeter hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie has given new England head coach Steve Borthwick an injury scare four weeks before the Six Nations…
PA
07 Jan, 15:16
Latest Cowan-Dickie injury takes gloss off impressive Exeter win
Exeter bounced back from a five-try drubbing against Gallagher Premiership leaders Saracens last weekend as they swept Northampton…
PA
07 Jan, 13:40
Leicester Tigers' rapid decline since Borthwick's exit is worrying fans
Was this worth £1 million? It's a thought that must be crossing many Leicester Tigers fans' minds as the Gallagher Premiership ch…
Ian Cameron
07 Jan, 12:26
Newcastle blitz Leicester with a first-half Carreras hat-trick
Mateo Carreras scored a first-half hat-trick as Newcastle Falcons blitzed Leicester Tigers 45-26 in their first Gallagher Premiers…
PA
07 Jan, 11:33
'The RFU will make sure Owen Farrell is available for Six Nations'
Owen Farrell's controversial tackling technique was once again in the spotlight during Saracens' victory over Gloucester at Kingsh…
Ian Cameron
07 Jan, 5:52
'It will now be trial by jury on social media... and it's wrong'
Friday night’s controversy about Saracens No10 Owen Farrell made for riveting live TV viewing on BT Sport as former England inte…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan, 3:50
Watch: Owen Farrell tackle controversy threatens his Six Nations
Owen Farrell landed a long-range drop goal with the game’s final kick as Gallagher Premiership leaders Saracens edged out Glouce…
PA
06 Jan, 17:01
'I didn't need to walk in that changing room and flip over a table'
Rookie Leicester boss Richard Wigglesworth has revealed he didn't lose the rag with his Tigers players when he entered the AJ Bell…
Liam Heagney
06 Jan, 7:24
'Our game with England in the World Cup will be like a final for us'
Mateo Carreras is a constant reminder of the clear and present danger waiting for England at the Rugby World Cup and the recent 30…
Interview
Chris Jones
06 Jan, 6:51
The 'one thing' Northampton want after Wasps and Worcester collapse
Northampton CEO Mark Darbon has penned an open letter to supporters, informing them of the governance changes that are being negot…
Liam Heagney
06 Jan, 5:22
Records broken and milestones reached across festive weekend of rugby
A record number of fans included rugby in their festivities over the weekend as both attendance and TV audience records were broke…
Ned Lester
05 Jan, 22:51
Walder blasts 16-man fiasco as England international leaves club
Walder raised the issue with Paul Hull, the new RFU head of professional game match officials...
Chris Jones
05 Jan, 10:00
Nathan Earle has left Newcastle with immediate effect
One-time England prospect Nathan Earle has left Newcastle after agreeing to a Championship club deal with Ealing that will see him…
Liam Heagney
05 Jan, 9:45
American football commentary has Baxter still believing in Exeter
Rob Baxter is hoping that the form of his Exeter for the remainder of the 2022/23 campaign can resemble the NFL Dallas Cowboys.
Liam Heagney
05 Jan, 8:49
The 'kick in the gut' that has sharpened Gloucester boss Skivington
Gloucester boss George Skivington has revealed how deeply his team’s disappointing Christmas Eve loss at Leicester affected him,…
Liam Heagney
05 Jan, 7:48
Fitness updates on England duo gives Borthwick Six Nations boost
The prop has been sidelined since England’s autumn series finale.
PA
05 Jan, 6:44
'No mitigation can be applied': Albert Tuisue cops yet another ban
Albert Tuisue has been banned for the second time in recent months, the Fijian back-rower following up his Test duty red card in N…
Liam Heagney
05 Jan, 5:38
Elliott Stooke has exited Bristol for a spell in the Top 14
Elliott Stooke has become the latest ex-Wasps player to move to the Top 14, the lock bringing to an end his short-term injury cove…
Liam Heagney
05 Jan, 4:26
Northampton sign England hooker Curtis Langdon
Northampton Saints have confirmed the signing of England international hooker Curtis Langdon.
Ian Cameron
05 Jan, 3:44
'Really sorry' Joe Marler revisits Jake Heenan incident on podcast
Joe Marler has reiterated an apology to Jake Heenan, his Harlequins teammates and his club after he was suspended last week for co…
PA
04 Jan, 12:20
The Joe Marler decision has thrown referees under the bus
The latest instalment of the Joe Marler soap opera seemed like a best-forgotten storm in a teacup, but then in stepped the RFU who…
Opinion
Paul Smith
04 Jan, 8:03
The 'very open scenario' that will worry Jack Nowell fans at Exeter
Rob Baxter has admitted he is planning for England wing Jack Nowell to not be part of the Exeter squad next season.
PA
04 Jan, 6:55
Ex-Worcester prop Murray McCallum secures a 10-day trial in France
Former Worcester prop Murray McCallum has landed himself a ten-day Pro D2 trial at Montabaun. The Scottish front-rower has been le…
Liam Heagney
04 Jan, 6:41
Bristol versus Top 14 isn't the only tug of war for Semi Radradra
The club-level future isn’t the only tug of war that Fiji’s Semi Radradra is embroiled in as the services of the Bristol midfi…
Liam Heagney
03 Jan, 13:00
'He's proved himself at a good level': Irish sign a Sydney centre
London Irish have bolstered their squad for the remainder of the 2022/23 campaign by signing midfielder Eddie Poolman from Sydney …
Liam Heagney
03 Jan, 6:39
Mum sledge was Joe Marler's 'go to line' panel hears
Referencing other players' mothers was Joe Marler's 'go-to' line when sledging opponents - the Harlequins prop told an RFU discipl…
Ian Cameron
02 Jan, 8:42
Newcastle Falcons sign Puma Pedro Rubiolo
Newcastle Falcons have confirmed the signing of Pedro Rubiolo, a versatile forward who can play in the back row or second row.
Ian Cameron
02 Jan, 5:14
'I just hope that Joe wasn't made a scapegoat for something'
Tabai Matson hopes that “a clear mandate comes down from above” after Joe Marler was banned for verbally provoking an opponent…
PA
01 Jan, 13:32
Losing run snapped as Northampton hammer Harlequins
Northampton emphatically ended a run of four successive defeats in the Gallagher Premiership and Heineken Champions Cup by beating…
PA
01 Jan, 12:33
Leicester boss Wigglesworth signs ex-Wasp as his own replacement
Leicester Tigers boss Richard Wigglesworth has confirmed the signing of Sam Wolstenholme on a short-term contract.
Ian Cameron
01 Jan, 7:59
Leicester Tigers statement: Two more players exit club
Leicester Tigers have issued a statement confirming that Tom Cowan-Dickie and Gabriel Oghre - who were both on short-term deals - …
Ian Cameron
01 Jan, 7:10
The full ref mic audio of what Joe Marler said to Jake Heenan
A video with the audio of what Harlequins' England prop Joe Marler said Jake Heenan has been published online.
Ian Cameron
31 Dec, 14:59
Watch - Owen Farrell throws 'unreal' pass against Exeter
Owen Farrell was acclaimed as a once in a generation player after masterminding Saracens’ 35-3 Gallagher Premiership rout of Exe…
PA
31 Dec, 14:14
Owen Farrell reigns supreme as Saracens crush Exeter
Saracens bounced back from their shock defeat to London Irish by crushing arch-rivals Exeter 35-3 at StoneX Stadium.
PA
31 Dec, 12:23
Joe Marler's latest ban is a farce - Andy Goode
Joe Marler being banned for just two weeks is a farce and World Rugby need to clamp down on unions dishing out whatever punishment…
Opinion
Andy Goode
31 Dec, 11:19
Prem exodus: 5 players leaving English top flight for France
Fears abound that the Gallagher Premiership could be set to lose more of its stars as the English top flight struggles to compete …
Ian Cameron
31 Dec, 6:38
From journeyman to Premiership's top lineout thief
Sebastian de Chaves’ dramatic transformation from second row journeyman into the Premiership’s leading line out stealer
Chris Jones
31 Dec, 5:08
Alex Sanderson admits to 'harsh words' during Sale's dominant win over Leicester
Alex Sanderson wanted more from his side at half-time despite a dominant display against defending champions Leicester.
PA
31 Dec, 4:47
Leicester suffer heavy defeat at the hands of impressive Sale
Impressive Sale beat Leicester 40-5 as interim head coach Richard Wigglesworth suffered his first defeat since taking over from St…
PA
30 Dec, 17:16
Joe Marler banned for 'wholly inappropriate' comment
Joe Marler has been banned for two weeks with a further four weeks suspended for comments made towards Bristol flanker Jake Heenan…
PA
30 Dec, 16:26
London Irish lock Adam Coleman handed ban following dangerous tackle
London Irish lock Adam Coleman has received a four-week ban after being sent off in the Exiles’ Gallagher Premiership win agains…
PA
30 Dec, 13:34
Harlequins prop Joe Marler charged over sledging
The Harlequins prop faces a disciplinary hearing following an incident in the Gallagher Premiership game.
PA
30 Dec, 6:19
Springbok Handre Pollard to make long-awaited return for Tigers
Handre Pollard, one of the most highly anticipated Premiership signings of the 2022-23 season will make his starting debut for Lei…
Tom Vinicombe
29 Dec, 10:31
Ben Spencer commits future to Bath
Bath have confirmed that club captain and England international Ben Spencer has signed a new contract with the team.
Kim Ekin
29 Dec, 5:14
Baxter: 'It just seems madness to me and we've got to get out of it'
Round 13 saw the top three sides – Saracens, Sale and Harlequins – fall to the bottom three with London Irish, Newcastle and B…
Ian Cameron
28 Dec, 9:19
Champ hooker joins Newcastle with immediate effect
Ealing Trailfinders hooker Alun Walker has joined Newcastle Falcons on a short-term loan, with immediate effect, the club announce…
Kim Ekin
28 Dec, 9:06
Scotland centre Cameron Redpath to stay at Bath
Bath has announced that Scotland international Cameron Redpath has signed a contract extension.
Ian Cameron
28 Dec, 5:37
What Joe Marler said that triggered Jake Heenan
Harlequins prop Joe Marler has publicly apologised to Bristol flanker Jake Heenan for the comments that triggered a fracas
Ian Cameron
28 Dec, 5:19
Joe Marler faces possible disciplinary action for verbal incident
Joe Marler faces possible disciplinary action for verbally provoking Bristol flanker Jake Heenan as Harlequins slumped...
PA
27 Dec, 15:28
Bristol beat Harlequins to climb off the foot of the Gallagher Premiership table
Bristol defied a second-half onslaught from Harlequins to claim a 15-12 victory at Twickenham Stoop that lifts them off ...
PA
27 Dec, 15:25
England flanker Sam Underhill commits future to Bath
The 26-year-old’s previous deal had been set to expire next summer.
PA
27 Dec, 7:44
Richard Wigglesworth's Leicester claim Slater Cup
Richard Wigglesworth’s first game in charge of Leicester ended in a convincing 28-13 Gallagher Premiership victory over Gloucest…
PA
24 Dec, 12:20
Scotland centre Cameron Redpath injured as Exeter hold off Bath
Exeter hung on in the face of a determined Bath fightback to claim a 20-15 victory at Sandy Park that keeps them in the hunt for a…
PA
24 Dec, 12:12
Watch - Multiple red cards as derby boils over in Brentford
Adam Coleman has been sent off and fellow ex-Wallabies lock Rob Simmons was yellow carded as their London Irish team ended English…
AAP
24 Dec, 5:18
Wigglesworth names his first Leicester side as ex-Wasp named on bench
Interim Leicester Tigers head coach Richard Wigglesworth has named his first side as head coach of Leicester Tigers following the …
Ian Cameron
23 Dec, 7:12
'I'm really proud of Joe, it's a tough challenge being authentic'
Out-of-favour England loosehead Joe Marler has played his part in recent times in encouraging publicity for English club rugby.
Interview
Liam Heagney
23 Dec, 5:00
Fit-again Nick Isiekwe returns for Saracens ahead of schedule
Nick Isiekwe has made it back into the Saracens starting line-up ahead of projection after Mark McCall suggested in September that…
Liam Heagney
22 Dec, 7:30
Report reveals Premiership clubs' £300million debt in six years
England’s top-flight clubs have accumulated a combined debt of £300million in six years, according to an investigation into the…
PA
22 Dec, 5:52
Bath statement: Tom Dunn and Will Stuart contract extensions
Preparations for the 2023/24 season have continued at Bath with England internationals Tom Dunn and Will Stuart agreeing to contra…
Liam Heagney
22 Dec, 5:33
Where are they now? The last Wasps team before the collapse
It’s still hard to believe that Wasps went out of business just over two months ago, an October 17 training ground meeting confi…
Analysis
Liam Heagney
22 Dec, 4:22
Where are they now? The last Worcester team before the collapse
Tuesday morning was a sharp reminder of the pitfalls of Gallagher Premiership rugby, Bath announcing an hour before they unveiled …
Analysis
Liam Heagney
21 Dec, 8:55
Harlequins statement: Danny Care contract extension
England scrum-half Danny Care has signed a contract extension at Harlequins, the club he first played for in 2006.
Liam Heagney
21 Dec, 7:17
Send South Africa back to Super Rugby to end Champions Cup woes
The Champions Cup has seemingly inherited the problems that plagued Super Rugby in its latter years.
Opinion
Tom Vinicombe
21 Dec, 6:58
'It's not fair, it's not right and it shouldn't happen'
Coventry Rugby chief executive Nick Johnston has labelled the suggestion that the RFU will allow Wasps to relaunch as a Championsh…
Interview
Paul Smith
20 Dec, 14:47
Sale statement: Joint bid to buy the AJ Bell stadium is declined
Sale Sharks have issued a statement after their joint bid with Salford City FC to purchase the AJ Bell was rejected by Salford Cit…
Liam Heagney
20 Dec, 12:59
Finn Russell to join Bath after Rugby World Cup
Bath have signed Scotland and British and Irish Lions fly-half Finn Russell. The Gallagher Premiership club did not specify Russel…
PA
20 Dec, 5:14
New England coach Borthwick likened to a computer by Bok bruiser
Jasper Wiese epitomises the impact new England coach Steve Borthwick can have on individual players, helping to turn the strong ru…
Interview
Ian Cameron
19 Dec, 10:45
Leicester Tigers statement: New coaching team
As flagged by RugbyPass yesterday, Richard Wigglesworth has been appointed as interim head coach of Leicester Tigers foll…
Ian Cameron
19 Dec, 7:22
REPORTS: Bath deal to make Finn Russell one of rugby's best paid
Reports in the UK and in France have Scotland flyhalf Finn Russell signing for Bath to become one of the best-paid rugby players i…
Ian Cameron
18 Dec, 10:09
Richard Wigglesworth tipped to take over at Leicester Tigers
With news breaking this morning that Steve Borthwick will be confirmed as England’s new head coach on Monday, it raises the imme…
Ian Cameron
18 Dec, 9:21
George Skivington's positive spin on Gloucester's 57-0 loss to Leinster
Gloucester head coach George Skivington was proud of the “fighting spirit” his young team showed in a 57-0 defeat to Leinster.…
PA
17 Dec, 3:59
Wasps statement: New groundshare and the 'long road ahead'
The new owners and operators have Wasps have issued a statement confirming their return in the 2023/24 season, revealing that they…
Ian Cameron
16 Dec, 10:20
RFU issue decision on Wasps and reject Worcester application
The Rugby Football Union have issued their decision on bids to take over both Wasps and Worcester Warriors 'phoenix entities'.
Ian Cameron
16 Dec, 6:54
Steve Diamond breaks cover on his Worcester takeover plan
Former Worcester Warriors head coach Steve Diamond has broken ground on his bid to take over the club in the wake of their adminis…
Ian Cameron
16 Dec, 4:58
Leicester Tigers statement: Two players depart club
Leicester Tigers have confirmed that two players - Tom Horton and Lachlan Shelley - have left Welford Road.
Ian Cameron
16 Dec, 4:22
'Patently untrue' - Worcester accuse RFU over Championship blockade
Worcester Warriors’ prospective new owners have accused the Rugby Football Union of “seeking to impose onerous operational con…
PA
15 Dec, 13:27
Walder reveals why England rookie McGuigan was released mid-season
Head coach Dave Walder has revealed it was the Newcastle Falcons board that agreed to a mid-season release to allow try-scoring ho…
Chris Jones
15 Dec, 6:17
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