Ospreys ground move agreed for 2025/26 season
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The top five signings ahead of the new URC season
The new United Rugby Championship will begin on Friday, September 26, when the Stormers host Leinster in Cape Town.
Opinion
Josh Raisey
05 Aug 2025, 2:30
Leinster and Munster to lock horns at Croke Park once again
Leinster and Munster are set to lock horns once again at Croke Park, it has been confirmed.
Ian Cameron
31 Jul 2025, 23:50
Tuipulotu empire grows in Scotland as Ottavio seals URC move
Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu will be joined at Glasgow Warriors next season by his younger brother Ottavio, who has signed a t…
Josh Raisey
30 Jul 2025, 8:16
How headbutt moments forged the Ackermann father-son dynamic
The Bulls' new boss Johan Ackermann talks frankly about the trials and tribulations of coaching his son, Ruan.
Jon Newcombe
29 Jul 2025, 9:33
‘There are coaches who make you believe in yourself more than ever. Steve is one of those’
Steve Tandy's in-tray as Wales' head coach is overflowing, but his authenticity should serve his country well.
LONG READ
Mark Orders
29 Jul 2025, 4:42
James Fender forced into rethink after Grenoble move collapses
Former Wales under-20 lock James Fender is set to see out the final year of his contract with hometown club the Ospreys after a mo…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
25 Jul 2025, 23:37
Springbok Manie Libbok's next move has been confirmed
Japanese Second Divsion outfit, Hanazono Kinetsu Liners, have confirmed the signing of Manie Libbok for next season.
Jon Newcombe
22 Jul 2025, 1:26
Benetton sign Wallaby Josh Flook in landmark 4-player deal with Reds
The Reds and Benetton have struck a landmark deal which will see four players move to the Italian outfit on short-term deals, with…
Josh Raisey
21 Jul 2025, 1:30
Fissler Confidential: Wales captain Dewi Lake at forefront of transfer scramble
The starting gun has been sounded for players in the last year of their contracts to begin discussing potential moves with clubs w…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
18 Jul 2025, 8:25
Johan Ackermann named new Bulls head coach
Johan Ackermann has been named the new head coach of the Bulls, returning to the club he started his playing career at.
Josh Raisey
16 Jul 2025, 1:15
Fissler Confidential: Liam Williams' club future up in the air
Wales full-back Liam Williams could move to the Pro D2 next season as he keeps his dream alive of winning 100 caps for his country…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
11 Jul 2025, 8:37
World Cup winner one of two former Boks to sign for Bulls from Top 14
The Bulls have signed 2023 Rugby World Cup winner Marvin Orie on a short-term deal from Top 14 outfit Perpignan.
Josh Raisey
08 Jul 2025, 2:30
Bath's Johann van Graan part of 3-man Bulls shortlist
Johann van Graan has just guided Bath to their first Premiership title in 29 years, but he is on a three-man shortlist to replace …
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
05 Jul 2025, 8:51
Jake White leaves Bulls with immediate effect
Jake White and the Bulls have mutually agreed to part ways following an end of season review.
Josh Raisey
04 Jul 2025, 5:53
Zebre Parma sign Italy qualified fly-half Martin Roger Farias
Zebre Parma have confirmed the signing of Martin Roger Farias on a one-year deal ahead of the 2025/26 United Rugby Championship se…
Ian Cameron
04 Jul 2025, 3:19
Glasgow new-boy Dan Lancaster and a potential Scotland call-up
The head coach revealed the fly-half was already in his thoughts after a breakthrough season in France.
Bryn Palmer
03 Jul 2025, 10:11
Scottish-qualified Dan Lancaster signs for Glasgow Warriors
Glasgow Warriors have signed former Racing 92 back Dan Lancaster, as reported by RugbyPass.
Josh Raisey
02 Jul 2025, 8:04
Scottish qualified Callum Hunter-Hill to make URC return
Callum Hunter-Hill has signed a two-year deal with Scottish URC side Edinburgh, a club he previously spent two seasons at between …
Ian Cameron
30 Jun 2025, 8:00
Fissler Confidential: Conor Murray's 'come and get me' message
Former Ireland and Lions scrum-half Conor Murray says his body is in good shape and he is keen to postpone his retirement for anot…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
29 Jun 2025, 1:56
Back in NZ, Jordie Barrett breaks silence on Champions Cup benching
Jordie Barrett has spoken publicly for the first time about his high-profile benching in Leinster’s Champions Cup semi-final los…
Ian Cameron
28 Jun 2025, 2:44
Ruan Ackermann's South Africa homecoming is confirmed
Back-row Ruan Ackermann has signed for the Stormers ahead of next season, as reported by RugbyPass.
Josh Raisey
24 Jun 2025, 5:15
Row between Springbok rookie and Stormers 'settled'
The contractual impasse between Ben-Jason Dixon and the Stormers has been resolved, with the Springbok loose forward now confirmed…
Ian Cameron
20 Jun 2025, 7:16
A glut of Lions balances the less than rosy state of the Irish rugby garden
While Leinster quenched their trophy drought, there are big summers ahead for Munster, Ulster and Connacht.
LONG READ
Brendan Fanning
20 Jun 2025, 3:26
Two more appointments announced as Munster coaching group takes shape
Former England international Alex Codling has been appointed as forwards coach of Munster for the 2025/26 on a full-time basis aft…
Jon Newcombe
20 Jun 2025, 3:04
Wales bracing themselves for Eddie Jones' 'certain attributes'
Scarlets skipper Josh Macleod has acknowledged the challenge posed by an Eddie Jones team as Wales seek to end their winless run i…
PA
19 Jun 2025, 9:10
How Leinster bullied the Bulls at Croke Park
Jake White's men were bested at their own game, raising questions about the sustainability of South Africa's endless two-hemispher…
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
17 Jun 2025, 4:44
Ruan Ackermann lines up new club following Gloucester exit
Ruan Ackermann is in advanced talks to join the Stormers following his release by Gloucester, which the West Country club announce…
Exclusive
Ian Cameron
16 Jun 2025, 5:52
URC quietly pleased with Croke Park final attendance
The BKT United Rugby Championship has expressed its satisfaction after more than 46,000 fans attended Saturday’s Grand Final bet…
Ian Cameron
16 Jun 2025, 4:58
How Leinster beat the Bulls at their own game in URC final
Jack Conan said Leinster’s URC final win was built on outmuscling the Vodacom Bulls 'man on man', with the Irish side effectivel…
Ian Cameron
15 Jun 2025, 3:12
Penarol claim Super Rugby Americas title with win over Dogos
It is a wrap-up for the 2025 Super Rugby Americas, with Peñarol besting Dogos XV after a tight 35–34 contest played at Montevid…
Francisco Isaac
15 Jun 2025, 2:58
'Not a normal rugby team' - The Leinster flex that floored Jake White
Jake White has seen just about everything in his long coaching career, but even the World Cup-winning coach was left stunned by th…
Ian Cameron
15 Jun 2025, 0:00
Watch: Star All Blacks midfielder scores stunning try in URC final
Tries from Ireland internationals Jack Conan and Josh van der Flier put the game beyond reach for the Bulls, handing Leinster thei…
Henry Lee
14 Jun 2025, 19:44
Leo Cullen's classy words for Jake White's Bulls after URC final loss
Leo Cullen insisted the Bulls should not be labelled as failures after defeat at Croke Park, using Leinster’s long-awaited URC t…
Ian Cameron
14 Jun 2025, 14:37
Jordie Barrett hints at Leinster return after lifting his first club trophy
He may have needed to travel to the far side of the world, but All Black star Jordie Barrett lifted the first club trophy of his c…
Ian Cameron
14 Jun 2025, 14:20
Leinster end hunt for silverware with URC win over Bulls
Leinster lifted their first trophy since 2021 after a convincing 32-7 BKT United Rugby Championship grand final win over the Preto…
PA
14 Jun 2025, 11:34
Bulls player ratings vs Leinster | 2025 URC Final
Bulls player ratings: The Bulls failed to throw a punch in a one-sided 32-7 loss to Leinster in the URC final at Croke Park. In tr…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
14 Jun 2025, 11:00
Leinster player ratings vs Bulls | 2025 URC Final
Leinster player ratings: Leinster have flung the monkey off their collective back in emphatic fashion, beating the Vodacom Bulls i…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
14 Jun 2025, 10:55
Lions scare as Leinster pull Jamison Gibson-Park from URC Final
British & Irish Lions staff will be monitoring the fitness of Leinster half-back Jamison Gibson-Park, who has been ruled out of th…
Ian Cameron
14 Jun 2025, 5:05
Jake White lifts lid on South African fans' attitude to URC
Bulls Director of Rugby Jake White has made a brilliant point around South African fans attitudes to the United Rugby Championship…
Ian Cameron
14 Jun 2025, 4:07
A Bulls win over Leinster in URC final would be a 'huge, huge upset'
The United Rugby Championship will crown its champion at Croke Park on Saturday and former Ireland back-row Stephen Ferris is conv…
Ian Cameron
13 Jun 2025, 8:16
Simon Zebo's URC final prediction won't surprise Leinster fans
Simon Zebo's prediction for this Saturday's URC Grand Final between Leinster and the Bulls at Croke Park will hardly surprise fans…
Ian Cameron
13 Jun 2025, 7:11
Rory Darge to stay in Scotland on new deal
Glasgow Warriors have secured the long-term future of one of European rugby’s standout back-rowers, with Rory Darge signing a ne…
Ian Cameron
13 Jun 2025, 5:21
Marco van Staden: 'I was told my career was done, but everything happens for a reason'
The Bok powerhouse came close to retiring on medical grounds, but is primed for another Bulls tilt at the URC crown.
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
13 Jun 2025, 2:24
Glasgow respond to end of URC title reign with new coach appointments
Former Scotland Sevens internationals Scott Forrest and Roddy Grant have joined Glasgow Warriors' coaching team ahead of next seas…
Josh Raisey
12 Jun 2025, 5:00
Lions duo return but Leinster again bench superstar for URC final
Leinster welcome back two of their British & Irish Lions for Saturday’s BKT United Rugby Championship Grand Final against the Bu…
Ian Cameron
12 Jun 2025, 4:30
'There are a lot of areas we've identified we can exploit': Leinster warned
While Leinster were almost faultless in their dismantling of Glasgow Warriors in the United Rugby Championship semi-final last wee…
Josh Raisey
12 Jun 2025, 4:28
Jake White's hand forced as Bulls make one change for URC final
The Bulls have confirmed just one change to their matchday 23 for Saturday’s United Rugby Championship Grand Final against Leins…
Ian Cameron
12 Jun 2025, 3:33
Dave Kilcoyne: ‘These days, you can’t really throw a punch because you’ll be caught on the drone footage!’
The retiring Munster legend reminisces about the good old days in what has been a hugely successful career
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
11 Jun 2025, 13:54
'Brainiest' name in rugby handed big chance with URC club
Zebre have signed former Italy U20 and 7s international Albert Einstein Batista for the 2025/26 season.
Jon Newcombe
09 Jun 2025, 8:41
'Everyone loves to hate Leinster': Lion fires back at media criticism
Leinster lock Joe McCarthy has said that his side "don't really care about the outside noise" after a resounding 37-19 victory ove…
Josh Raisey
08 Jun 2025, 4:25
Bulls book Leinster URC showdown but injury to Springbok tarnishes win
The Bulls beat South African rivals the Sharks 25-13 at Loftus Versfeld to secure a place in the United Rugby Championship final.
PA
07 Jun 2025, 12:09
Glasgow player ratings vs Leinster | 2024/25 URC semi-finals
Glasgow player ratings: Glasgow’s defence of their URC title came to an end at the semi-final stage with a comprehensive 37-19 d…
Opinion
Bryn Palmer
07 Jun 2025, 9:23
Leinster end semi-final hoodoo by breezing past URC champs Glasgow
Leinster will host next week’s United Rugby Championship final at Croke Park after dishing out a 37-19 beating to last year’s …
PA
07 Jun 2025, 9:08
Leinster player ratings vs Glasgow | 2024/25 URC semi-finals
Leinster player ratings: Leinster booked their place in their first United Rugby Championship final with a comprehensive 37-19 vic…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
07 Jun 2025, 8:32
'We expect a team that gave us 50 points earlier this season': Franco Smith
Glasgow head coach Franco Smith insists he is reading nothing into suggestions Leinster have lost confidence and are suffering fro…
Bryn Palmer
06 Jun 2025, 10:00
Adam Hastings starts for Glasgow in backline re-jig for Leinster
Scotland fly-half Adam Hastings is set to start for reigning champions Glasgow Warriors against Leinster in the United Rugby Champ…
Josh Raisey
06 Jun 2025, 5:16
Andy Farrell left sweating as Leinster lose two more Lions for semi-final
Leinster have lost both Josh van der Flier and Hugo Keenan for the United Rugby Championship semi-final against Glasgow Warriors, …
Josh Raisey
06 Jun 2025, 4:27
The Bulls' bid to return to the URC final just received a major boost
The Bulls are set to welcome back fly-half Johan Goosen into the starting XV for their United Rugby Championship semi-final agains…
Josh Raisey
06 Jun 2025, 3:38
Huge signing pays off as Leinster recruit lands top URC award
Leinster and South Africa lock RG Snyman has been named the United Rugby Championship players' player of the season.
Josh Raisey
06 Jun 2025, 3:03
The Joe Schmidt tactic that Leinster would have done well to employ this week
Former Leinster and Ireland fly-half Ian Madigan hopes Leinster have managed to rediscover their buzz after looking decidedly flat…
Interview
Jon Newcombe
06 Jun 2025, 2:18
Sharks forced into two changes for Bulls clash with Eben Etzebeth out
The Sharks will be without captain Eben Etzebeth for their United Rugby Championship semi-final against the Bulls on Saturday in P…
Josh Raisey
06 Jun 2025, 2:08
Glasgow coach doesn't shy away from cranking more pressure on 'scarred' Leinster
Assistant coach Nigel Carolan stressed that defending champions Glasgow are not heading to Dublin as URC semi-final no-hopers this…
PA
06 Jun 2025, 1:43
Can Glasgow banish their Dublin ghosts?
As debate rages over 'Scottish-qualified' recruitment, the defending champions have demons to exorcise in Leinster's back yard.
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
06 Jun 2025, 1:24
Penalty shootout Rory Scannell's last act for Munster with exit confirmed
Munster and former Ireland centre Rory Scannell has become the latest club stalwart to announce his exit at the end of the season …
Josh Raisey
05 Jun 2025, 7:46
New nation hoping to join URC warned of the hurdles they face
Georgia outfit Black Lion has been warned that there is a high bar for clubs wanting to join the BKT United Rugby Championship but…
Neil Fissler
05 Jun 2025, 5:16
'It’s a big deal for me': Ross Moriarty seals Wales homecoming
Wales back-row Ross Moriarty has signed for the Ospreys ahead of next season, as reported by RugbyPass.
Josh Raisey
05 Jun 2025, 2:33
URC boss outlines how league will respond to possible axed Welsh club
BKT United Rugby Championship boss Martin Anayi has pledged to support the Welsh Rugby Union after it was announced that they will…
Neil Fissler
05 Jun 2025, 2:13
Leinster hailed as 'one of the benchmarks around world rugby' by opponent
Josh McKay believes Glasgow can take heart from the two big away wins they secured in last year’s United Rugby Championship play…
PA
05 Jun 2025, 1:47
Brendan Fanning: 'Lancaster is unique in the list of Connacht coaches that will have an immediately positive effect on morale'
The recruitment of the former England and Leinster head coach brought a frisson of excitement to Connacht fans of sunnier times ah…
LONG READ
Brendan Fanning
04 Jun 2025, 23:48
Free-to-air TV option being considered by URC bosses
BKT United Rugby Championship CEO Martin Anayi says that they are exploring making some games free-to-air, but that they won’t n…
Neil Fissler
04 Jun 2025, 8:19
'Bloodgate' vs 'Crampgate' - a classic case of rugby's moral panic
Jaden Hendrikse’s wink has been branded rugby’s most controversial eye-flutter since Tom Williams’s fake blood-soaked face m…
Opinion
Daniel Gallan
04 Jun 2025, 7:05
South African players dominate URC Elite XV vote
Nine different teams have representatives in 2024-25 URC Elite XV, with Munster and the Bulls having the biggest share.
Jon Newcombe
04 Jun 2025, 3:16
Stuart Lancaster heads up new multi-national coaching team at Connacht
Stuart Lancaster has made a swift return to frontline coaching after being named as the new head coach of Connacht Rugby on a two-…
Jon Newcombe
03 Jun 2025, 3:42
Baby-faced 85kg back wins URC 'Ironman' award
Various gongs have been handed out now that the regular URC season has been completed.
Jon Newcombe
03 Jun 2025, 3:07
'It's crazy what you hear on that mic': Jacques Nienaber on 'wink-gate'
Leinster senior coach jacques Nienaber has given his take on the Jaden Hendrikse incident during the Sharks' epic penalty shootout…
Jon Newcombe
03 Jun 2025, 0:46
Departing Henco Venter disappointed by decision 'from above'
Henco Venter expressed disappointment over his impending Glasgow exit after becoming one of the first victims of Scottish Rugby’…
PA
02 Jun 2025, 23:00
Explosive Tongan centre Fetuli Paea switches URC clubs
Paea and countryman, Fine Inisi, are two of new signings made by the Welsh region ahead of the 2025/26 URC season.
Jon Newcombe
02 Jun 2025, 6:11
Exeter double winner Dave Ewers announces retirement after 'special journey'
Zimbabwean Dave Ewers has announced he has retired from the game, aged 34.
Jon Newcombe
02 Jun 2025, 2:33
Franco Smith explains why Glasgow are better equipped for Leinster rematch
.Glasgow head coach Franco Smith believes they are better equipped to face Leinster in next weekend’s semi-final than on recent …
PA
02 Jun 2025, 1:47
Rassie Erasmus wades into heated debate over Jaden Hendrikse antics
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has come out to bat for his scrum-half Jaden Hendrikse, who has been faced a barrage of cri…
Josh Raisey
01 Jun 2025, 9:39
URC semi-finals confirmed with South African side set for the final
Four United Rugby Championship quarter-finals are complete, and it was four wins for the home sides, meaning the quartet that fini…
Josh Raisey
01 Jun 2025, 3:57
Sharks players ratings vs Munster | 2024/25 URC quarter-finals
Sharks player ratings: The Sharks booked their place in the United Rugby Championship semi-finals with a penalty shootout win ove…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
31 May 2025, 12:54
Sharks edge Munster in penalty shootout epic to seal all-South African SF
Sharks booked their spot in the United Rugby Championship semi-finals after a dramatic shootout decider saw them edge past Munster…
PA
31 May 2025, 12:47
Off-colour Leinster have enough to beat Scarlets but far from their best
Leinster were not at their best but they had enough in the tank to see off Scarlets with a 33-21 victory in the BKT URC quarter-fi…
PA
31 May 2025, 9:58
Leinster player ratings vs Scarlets | 2024/25 URC quarter-finals
Leinster player ratings: Leinster booked their place in the United Rugby Championship semi-finals with a 33-21 win over Scarlets …
Opinion
Josh Raisey
31 May 2025, 9:00
Bulls fight back after early scare to hold off Edinburgh
The Bulls claimed a 42-33 victory over Edinburgh in an exhilarating United Rugby Championship quarter-final at Loftus Versfeld.
PA
31 May 2025, 7:21
Edinburgh player ratings vs Bulls | 2024/25 URC quarter-finals
Edinburgh player ratings: Edinburgh’s hopes of reaching a first URC semi-final ended with a 42-33 defeat by the Bulls at Loftus …
Opinion
Bryn Palmer
31 May 2025, 7:09
'I’m not surprised about our performance against Stormers': Franco Smith
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PA
31 May 2025, 4:08
‘The mood was less ebullient. Irish rugby is not as imperious’
There was less to celebrate at Irish rugby's awards night than in recent years, with some silverware missing.
LONG READ
Pat McCarry
31 May 2025, 1:06
Glasgow march on to semis as Kyle Rowe double dumps Stormers out of URC
Defending champions Glasgow turned the screw in the second half to defeat the Stormers 36-18 and soar into the United Rugby Champi…
PA
30 May 2025, 13:47
Edinburgh face 'tough' Duhan van der Merwe call as mini-crisis emerges before Bulls
Scotland wing Duhan van der Merwe will miss Edinburgh's United Rugby Championship quarter-final against the Bulls on Saturday, but…
Josh Raisey
30 May 2025, 4:02
'For the rest of his career': Glasgow give injury update on Lion Huw Jones
British and Irish Lions tourist Huw Jones will have to manage his current Achilles problem for the rest of his career, believes Gl…
Bryn Palmer
29 May 2025, 7:06
Glasgow lose a Lion for URC quarter-final
Glasgow Warriors will be without Scotland centre Huw Jones for their United Rugby Championship quarter-final against the Stormers …
Josh Raisey
29 May 2025, 5:32
Why it's time for regional revolution in Welsh rugby
Australia has shown the way by cutting one of its professional franchises, now powerbrokers in Wales must make the same bold step.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
29 May 2025, 4:47
Lions win the race for South Africa's schoolboy prodigy
The Lions have reportedly won the signature of Grey College schoolboy prodigy Ethan Adams, a viral sensation at age grade level.
Ben Smith
28 May 2025, 15:13
Jamie Ritchie reveals the impact Lions snub had on his household
The 28-year-old Edinburgh forward was disappointed not to be included in Andy Farrell’s squad for the summer tour of Australia.
PA
28 May 2025, 6:48
'The stakes are high, with a bad decision or two likely to have painful consequences.'
The future of professional rugby in Wales in on a knife-edge with West Walian regions and the WRU still at loggerheads over how to…
LONG READ
Mark Orders
28 May 2025, 6:21
'It will fuel me': Kyle Rowe eyes play-off role after signing new Glasgow deal
Omitted from last year's URC knockout rounds, Kyle Rowe aims to play a greater role this time after signing a contract extension w…
Bryn Palmer
28 May 2025, 5:07
Glasgow's George Horne: We need to rediscover champion mindset
.George Horne has challenged Glasgow to display the mindset of champions all over again as they bid to defend their United Rugby C…
Jon Newcombe
27 May 2025, 23:48
Jordie Barrett: Leinster stars' 'eyes light up' at idea of Kiwi contract
While it's commonplace for All Blacks to spend a sabbatical season overseas, that one-way street may soon open another lane, at le…
Ned Lester
26 May 2025, 21:35
Why Glasgow Warriors form dip hasn't rattled Pete Murchie
Pete Murchie is unfazed by Glasgow’s sketchy form heading into the United Rugby Championship play-offs because he recalls that t…
PA
26 May 2025, 10:45
Robbie Henshaw's Leinster season over as 2 Lions pulled from URC QF
Robbie Henshaw's hopes of playing a part in Leinster's push for BKT United Rugby Championship glory have ended after the Ireland c…
Ian Cameron
26 May 2025, 10:33
'We just hope he pulls through - Edinburgh issue Duhan van der Merwe update
Edinburgh’s hopes of springing an upset in Saturday’s URC quarter-final against the Bulls in Pretoria have received a major bo…
Bryn Palmer
26 May 2025, 9:56
144kg monster among 3-man SA URC Player of the Season shortlist
The three-player shortlist for the South African Vodacom United Rugby Championship Player of the Season award has been confirmed, …
Ian Cameron
26 May 2025, 4:15
Wales second-row Seb Davies switches Welsh URC sides
Wales second-row Seb Davies has swapped Cardiff Rugby for Dragons RFC after agreeing a deal ahead of the 2025/26 season.
Ian Cameron
23 May 2025, 10:15
Edinburgh Rugby sign Ben White and Charlie McCaig
The Scotland U20 prop and Scottish-qualified English centre have been snapped up by the Scottish capital cub.
Jon Newcombe
23 May 2025, 4:08
Stormers' URC title hopes take a hit as Bok Damian Willemse banned
Already facing the daunting task of travelling to take on reigning champions Glasgow Warriors in the United Rugby Championship qua…
Josh Raisey
22 May 2025, 3:09
Gabriel Hamer-Webb leaves Cardiff with Premiership outfit circling
Cardiff have confirmed that winger Gabriel Hamer-Webb will leave the club this summer, with RugbyPass previously reporting that Le…
Josh Raisey
21 May 2025, 8:30
Matt Fagerson signs long-term deal with URC champions
Scotland back-row Matt Fagerson has signed a new deal with the Glasgow Warriors that will run until 2028.
Josh Raisey
21 May 2025, 7:13
Leinster handed devilish start to 2025/26 URC campaign
The United Rugby Championship 2025/26 fixture list has been officially released in record quick time, with eight-time champions Le…
Jon Newcombe
21 May 2025, 4:38
Irish-qualified ex-New Zealand U20 No.10 exits Ulster a year early
Ulster have confirmed that fly-half Aidan Morgan has left the club by mutual consent following the end of their United Rugby Champ…
Josh Raisey
21 May 2025, 3:20
Highly-rated Italy U20 captain David Odiase leaves France for Italian return
Zebre Parma have confirmed the signing of Italy U20 captain David Odiase ahead of the 2025/26 campaign. The back rower, who was bo…
Ian Cameron
19 May 2025, 8:31
'Sickened': Jamison Gibson-Park's admission over Lions call-up
Scrum-half Gibson-Park is among 12 Leinster players selected by Lions head coach Andy Farrell.
PA
18 May 2025, 10:00
URC quarter-finals: 2 Irish, 3 South African, 2 Scottish, 1 Welsh make cut
The BKT United Rugby Championship quarter-final fixtures have been confirmed following the conclusion of the regular season this w…
Ian Cameron
18 May 2025, 6:09
Darcy Graham delivers perfect response to his British & Irish Lions snub
Darcy Graham has been hailed “a magician” after delivering the perfect response to being left out of the British & Irish L…
Simon Thomas
18 May 2025, 5:23
WRU makes ‘difficult but necessary decision’ to axe four-club model
The Welsh Rugby Union has announced it will move away from a model of four evenly funded clubs after Ospreys and Scarlets did not …
PA
18 May 2025, 5:09
URC quarter-finals: Scarlets to face Leinster after Sharks bite
Scarlets will face top seeds Leinster in the quarter-finals of the United Rugby Championship after losing 12-3 to the Sharks in Du…
PA
17 May 2025, 14:09
Sione Tuipulotu returns from injury but Glasgow Warriors lose at Leinster
British and Irish Lion Sione Tuipulotu made his return from injury in Glasgow Warriors’ 13-5 defeat to Leinster at the Aviva Sta…
PA
17 May 2025, 14:06
Glasgow Warriors player ratings vs Leinster | 2024/25 URC
Glasgow player ratings: A more competitive showing than their April annihilation in Dublin, but the Warriors still lacked the cont…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
17 May 2025, 14:02
Leinster player ratings vs Glasgow Warriors | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: Leo Cullen's men didn’t need to reach the same ruthless heights as April’s 52–0 dismantling of Glas…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
17 May 2025, 13:37
Heartbreak for Ospreys as last-gasp Lions try sees their URC season end on loss
There was last-gasp heartbreak for Ospreys as they ended their United Rugby Championship campaign with a 29-28 defeat to the Lions…
PA
17 May 2025, 12:48
Connacht claim season-ending win over Zebre
Connacht concluded an underwhelming United Rugby Championship campaign with a 22-12 victory over Zebre in Parma.
PA
17 May 2025, 11:34
Bulls enter play-offs on a high with nine-try demotion of Dragons
Bulls cemented their place in the United Rugby Championship play-offs after putting the Dragons to the sword with a dominant 55-15…
PA
17 May 2025, 8:28
Zebre Parma confirm names of 7 players exiting club
Zebre Parma have confirmed that seven players will leave the club at the end of the 2024/25 United Rugby Championship season.
Ian Cameron
17 May 2025, 6:58
Franco Smith: 'There's no first-choice and second-choice players here'
Glasgow head coach Franco Smith has brushed aside concerns over his side’s recent form and reiterated his belief that Warriors w…
Bryn Palmer
17 May 2025, 3:40
How long can South Africa hedge their bets in both hemispheres?
While Rassie Erasmus' Springboks have conquered all in their path, the ex-Super Rugby franchises have struggled to deliver at the …
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
17 May 2025, 0:53
Craig Casey sees Munster book playoff ticket at Benetton's expense
Munster outlasted Benetton in a thrilling contest at Virgin Media Park, as a 30-21 win booked their place in the United Rugby Cham…
PA
16 May 2025, 14:21
Edinburgh gallop past Ulster in second half to secure playoff spot
Edinburgh sealed their return to the United Rugby Championship play-offs for the first time in three seasons with a bonus-point 47…
PA
16 May 2025, 14:11
Stormers sink Cardiff's playoff hopes with cruel late penalty
Cardiff’s hopes of snatching a United Rugby Championship play-off place were cruelly dashed as they lost 34-24 to the Stormers i…
PA
16 May 2025, 13:51
Fit-again Sione Tuipulotu part of 10-strong Lions cast
Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu will make his comeback for Glasgow vs Leinster at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday night.
Jon Newcombe
16 May 2025, 5:41
Jordie Barrett and RG Snyman start in Leinster side for Glasgow
Leinster have named a powerful team for Saturday evening’s Round 18 BKT United Rugby Championship clash with Glasgow Warriors at…
Ian Cameron
16 May 2025, 4:27
'Emotional' Bulls not taking any chances with Dragons as heavyweight team named
An emotional Bulls side, who are mourning the loss of former player Cornal Hendricks, are refusing to take any chances with URC st…
Ian Cameron
16 May 2025, 4:17
Taine Plumtree: 'There’s not a tension there, but we are not saying anything'
Taine Plumtree has been back on familiar soil this week preparing to take on his old man. As a youngster, the Scarlets No 8 spent …
Interview
Simon Thomas
16 May 2025, 2:56
Edinburgh hoping to hop two places into URC play-offs
Edinburgh head coach Sean Everitt hopes momentum and a sell-out home crowd can help drive them into the United Rugby Championship …
PA
16 May 2025, 1:46
Coaching clearout continues at Connacht
Connacht have confirmed that defence coach Scott Fardy will leave the club at the end of the season.
Jon Newcombe
16 May 2025, 1:22
'If any Welsh side makes the URC knockout games, it will be worth applauding’
Many expected the Welsh regions to be URC whipping boys this term, but three have proved largely competitive.
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Mark Orders
15 May 2025, 9:52
Former Italy captain Luca Bigi to leave Zebre Parma
Zebre Parma have confirmed that veteran hooker and former Italy captain Luca Bigi will leave the club at the end of the season.
Ian Cameron
15 May 2025, 8:40
Munster battling Jake White's Bulls for Mornay Smith
McMillan will already have new signings, former England inside centre Dan Kelly and Connacht fly-half JJ Hanrahan, waiting for him…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
15 May 2025, 7:04
Ben Muncaster: 'My friend took his own life, I am 100% an advocate for mental health in rugby'
The Edinburgh back-row is in the form of his life, and hopes talking about the tragic loss of a former schoolmate can help destigm…
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Jamie Lyall
15 May 2025, 4:26
'No offence to him, but I never knew how good he was'
You only need to take a look at the BKT URC stats to see just what an outstanding first season Tom Farrell has had for Munster Rug…
Interview
Simon Thomas
15 May 2025, 3:35
Why Callum Sheedy has 'loved the last ten months' with Cardiff in the URC
Callum Sheedy reveals he has recaptured his love for rugby through coming home to Cardiff.
Interview
Simon Thomas
15 May 2025, 2:09
Edinburgh braced to lose 8 internationals in 12-strong exit list
Edinburgh are set to lose four players with over 100 appearances for the club at the end of the season in the form of Scotland int…
Josh Raisey
14 May 2025, 9:05
Ulster bolster front-row reserves with two prop signings
Ulster have signed props Sam Crean and Rory McGuire ahead of next season.
Josh Raisey
14 May 2025, 7:28
Irish-qualified ex-England U20 centre Piers O'Conor in URC switch
Edinburgh have announced the signing of utility back Piers O’Conor from Connacht on a two-year deal.
Jon Newcombe
14 May 2025, 2:56
Former Scotland centre Matt Scott to retire at the end of the season
Edinburgh centre Matt Scott has announced his retirement from rugby at the end of the season.
Josh Raisey
14 May 2025, 1:58
Connacht line up friend-turned-foe in head coach hunt
Connacht could turn to a familiar face, Dan McFarland, as they step up their search to replace Pete Wilkins, who ended his eight-y…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
13 May 2025, 9:14
Scotland flanker Luke Crosbie headlines triple back-row deal at Edinburgh
Scotland flanker Luke Crosbie has signed a two-year contract extension with Edinburgh.
Josh Raisey
13 May 2025, 8:00
JP du Preez, the 650-day injury lay-off and the 'miracle' bone donation
The giant Glasgow lock went close to two years without playing and required a donated fragment of femur bone to recover from a ser…
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
13 May 2025, 1:17
Dragons bolster backline with Super Rugby signing
Tongan star Fine Inisi will play for the Dragons in the URC next season after agreeing to a move from Moana Pasifika.
Jon Newcombe
12 May 2025, 23:44
Rieko Ioane wants more beefs, less boos as All Black anticipates Leinster reception
Rieko Ioane is still enjoying some residual banter of his public spat with Ireland great Johnny Sexton, speaking Tuesday on the re…
Ned Lester
12 May 2025, 22:26
Bulls star Johan Goosen may have reached the end of the road
Fate has rarely been kind to Johan Goosen. The Bulls fly-half limped off just 11 minutes into their United Rugby Championship clas…
Jérémy Fahner
12 May 2025, 6:57
Leinster confirm brutal extent of Caelan Doris injury lay-off
Leinster have confirmed that Caelan Doris will be sidelined for between four and six months following surgery on the injury he sus…
Ian Cameron
12 May 2025, 5:35
Pete Wilkins joins URC rivals after Connacht exit
Pete Wilkins has found a new club a month after he ended his eight-year association with Connacht, agreeing to become Benetton's a…
Josh Raisey
12 May 2025, 2:10
How the Scarlets reacted to first win on SA soil of URC era
There was no disguising Dwayne Peel’s delight and pride as his Scarlets created history to keep their hopes of making the play-o…
Simon Thomas
12 May 2025, 0:12
'What he’s given to this club is nothing short of incredible'
Peter O’Mahony’s contribution to Munster has been hailed as “nothing short of incredible” in the wake of his fairytale far…
Simon Thomas
11 May 2025, 12:02
Wales rookie shines as Scarlets boost URC play-off hopes with win over Lions
Scarlets boost URC play-off hopes with impressive win over Lions in Johannesburg
PA
11 May 2025, 9:25
Ospreys and Scarlets joint statement explains why they won't sign PRA25
The Ospreys and Scarlets have issued a joint statement in response to the Welsh Rugby Union’s acquisition of Cardiff Rugby, call…
Ian Cameron
11 May 2025, 4:28
Leo Cullen 'completely, 100 per cent' understands Leinster fan frustration
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen concedes that he "understands" the frustration with his coaching regime a week on from his side's e…
Ian Cameron
11 May 2025, 0:00
Jordie Barrett produces man-of-the-match showing after benching drama
All Black midfielder Jordie Barrett has produced a man-of-the-match showing for Leinster in their thumping of Zebre by 76-5 in the…
Ben Smith
10 May 2025, 16:25
Edinburgh keep URC play-off hopes alive with win at Connacht
Results elsewhere meant Connacht were out of top-eight contention, but a Finn Treacy brace drew them level by the 52nd minute.
PA
10 May 2025, 15:00
Stormers inflict 16th straight defeat on URC strugglers Dragons
Dan Lydiate’s 150th appearance in the United Rugby Championship ended in defeat as Dragons went down 48-12 to Stormers in Cape T…
PA
10 May 2025, 11:48
Leinster cleanse palette with record URC scoreline against Zebre
Leinster will be top seeds for the United Rugby Championship play-offs after a comfortable 76-5 win over Zebre at the Aviva Stadiu…
PA
10 May 2025, 11:35
England No.10 stars as Benetton crush Glasgow side loaded with 2 Lions
Glasgow missed the chance to move back into second place in the United Rugby Championship following a 33-7 defeat to Benetton at S…
PA
10 May 2025, 11:27
Leinster player ratings vs Zebre Parma | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: Leo Cullen's men got back to the business of winning rugby matches after their Investec Champions Cup hea…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
10 May 2025, 10:59
Bulls win leaves Cardiff on shaky ground in play-offs pursuit
Cardiff’s hopes of securing a maiden appearance in the United Rugby Championship play-offs will go down to the wire following a …
PA
10 May 2025, 9:53
Sharks fears mount over latest Eben Etzebeth injury
Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth is set to undergo a scan after sustaining a leg injury during the Sharks’ 29–10 United Rugby Cham…
Ian Cameron
10 May 2025, 9:00
Sharks suffer Etzebeth blow in win that leaves Ospreys elimination pending
Ospreys look set to miss out on the United Rugby Championship play-offs after they were beaten 29-10 by Sharks in Durban.
PA
09 May 2025, 14:20
Peter O’Mahony scores on his final Thomond Park game as Munster edge past Ulster
Peter O’Mahony enjoyed a try-scoring send-off in his final appearance at Thomond Park as Munster beat provincial rivals Ulster 3…
PA
09 May 2025, 13:58
Wales fly-half Sam Costelow to stay at Scarlets
Scarlets’ Wales international Sam Costelow has become the latest player to commit his future to the region after signing a new c…
Ian Cameron
09 May 2025, 11:10
Santiago Cordero 1 of 7 players confirmed to be exiting Connacht
Connacht have confirmed that three more players, including Puma winger Santiago Cordero, will be leaving Galway when their contrac…
Neil Fissler
09 May 2025, 9:45
Jordie Barrett starts as Leinster name 9 Lions for Zebre Parma
James Ryan returns from injury to take his place on the bench and Jordie Barrett is named in the starting XV as Leinster ring the …
Ian Cameron
09 May 2025, 4:55
Mid-air Lions call: How Ospreys star Jac Morgan reacted
“He is a very authentic guy. His actions are very humble around success and failure. He treats them all the same. He is a very l…
Interview
Simon Thomas
09 May 2025, 4:19
What Sean Everitt told Darcy Graham after Lions let-down
Darcy Graham has been told “the door is not closed” on his hopes of featuring on the British and Irish Lions tour of Australia…
Bryn Palmer
09 May 2025, 4:15
Peter O'Mahony: 'I'd be lying if I said it wasn't weird'
Peter O’Mahony admits it will be an emotional evening when he makes his final appearance at Limerick’s Thomond Park this weeke…
Interview
Simon Thomas
09 May 2025, 4:03
'It’s sort of contrary to rugby values. That worries me a little bit'
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has been hailed as “a generational talent” by his DHL Stormers boss John Dobson.
Simon Thomas
08 May 2025, 2:32
Dave Kilcoyne becomes the latest Munster great to bow out
Munster and Ireland prop Dave Kilcoyne has announced his retirement from professional rugby at the end of the season.
Josh Raisey
07 May 2025, 8:05
Edinburgh raid English clubs for Scottish-qualified wings in bumper day of business
Edinburgh have signed 20-year-old Leicester Tigers wing Malelili Satala ahead of next season on a two-year deal.
Josh Raisey
07 May 2025, 7:04
Bok Ben-Jason Dixon is having a weird stand-off with the Stormers
The Ben-Jason Dixon saga has been dominating the headlines, but there may be more to the ‘stand-off’ between the player and fr…
Rugby365
05 May 2025, 7:40
Lions flanker Ruhan Straeuli suffers career ending injury
Lions loose forward Ruhan Straeuli has announced his retirement from rugby at the age of 26 after suffering a career-ending neck i…
Ian Cameron
05 May 2025, 7:26
Zebre Parma lock in Italy U20s star Francesco Ruffolo
Zebre Parma have confirmed the signing of second row Francesco Ruffolo ahead of the 2025/26 season.
Ian Cameron
05 May 2025, 7:07
Last-minute Lions scare for Ireland and Leinster captain Caelan Doris
Ireland and Leinster captain Caelan Doris is set to undergo a “procedure” on a shoulder injury, which could affect his chances…
PA
05 May 2025, 6:49
'It's time for a change': Leinster fans turn on Leo Cullen in wake of loss
Leinster’s fanbase has turned sharply on long-serving head coach Leo Cullen following the province’s latest Investec Champions…
Ian Cameron
05 May 2025, 3:41
Cardiff fly-half Tinus de Beer leaves Welsh capital for URC rivals
Dragons RFC have confirmed the signing of fly-half Tinus de Beer from Cardiff Rugby ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
Ian Cameron
03 May 2025, 4:38
Hamish Watson accepts harsh truth after extending Edinburgh deal
Hamish Watson insists he is not ready to hand over his Edinburgh No.7 jersey to young pretender Freddy Douglas just yet and will s…
Interview
Bryn Palmer
01 May 2025, 6:02
Springbok Deon Fourie dispels retirement fears with new Stormers deal
South African utility forward Deon Fourie will extend his professional career into its third decade after signing a one-year contr…
Josh Raisey
30 Apr 2025, 8:05
Irish provinces in danger of being left further behind, in their own country
As the season has progressed there has been increasing disquiet about the strength of Leinster to the detriment of Ireland's other…
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Pat McCarry
30 Apr 2025, 0:12
'Cheslin-esque' teenager tipped for Boks is one of five Stormers deals
Junior Springboks JC Mars and Kyle Smith have signed contract extensions with the Stormers.
Josh Raisey
29 Apr 2025, 8:07
Jake Ball performs retirement U-turn by sealing Wales return
Wales lock Jake Ball has signed for the Scarlets ahead of next season, reversing his decision to retire.
Josh Raisey
29 Apr 2025, 7:33
Leinster issue RG Snyman, James Ryan updates as young lock's season ended
Leinster have issued a squad update ahead of Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup semi-final against Northampton Saints at Aviva St…
Ian Cameron
28 Apr 2025, 5:59
Leinster, Munster among 7 clubs chasing South African schools sensation
The starting gun has been sounded in the seven-club race that will see Irish giants Munster and Leinster in a toe-to-toe fight to …
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
28 Apr 2025, 2:38
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok to replace Wallaby as new club revealed
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok is set to join the growing list of South Africans heading to Japan.
Ian Cameron
27 Apr 2025, 5:19
Taulupe Faletau: 'I don’t know where I will be playing next season'
Taulupe Faletau has been dubbed an “unbelievable X-Factor” player after helping keep Cardiff on course for the BKT URC Play-Of…
Simon Thomas
27 Apr 2025, 3:27
Sharks complete stirring fightback to dent Ulster’s URC play-off hopes
Ulster, who scored first-half tries by Jack Murphy, Jude Postlethwaite and Nathan Doak, were pointless after the half-hour mark as…
PA
26 Apr 2025, 14:33
Scarlets end six-year URC drought against Leinster
Scarlets celebrated victory over leaders Leinster for the first time since December 2018 with a 35-22 United Rugby Championship vi…
PA
26 Apr 2025, 12:10
Scarlets player ratings vs Leinster | 2024/25 URC
Scarlets player ratings: Jamie Heaslip claimed Scarlets would need a miracle to beat Leinster on RTE's coverage before the game bu…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
26 Apr 2025, 11:40
Leinster player ratings vs Scarlets | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: Leo Cullen's men fell only their second loss of the season, but they can have no complaints with this 35-…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
26 Apr 2025, 11:20
Ospreys give Adam Beard send-off and remain in URC hunt
Ospreys kept alive their hopes of reaching the United Rugby Championship play-offs with a comeback 57-24 bonus-point victory over …
PA
26 Apr 2025, 10:15
Lions all but end Connacht's URC play-off hopes
Connacht’s hopes of reaching the United Rugby Championship play-offs suffered a major blow after a 26-7 defeat to Lions in Johan…
PA
26 Apr 2025, 10:09
Sharks clarify what's going on with Bok scrumhalf Grant Williams
Sharks scrumhalf Grant Williams will be ‘rested’ for the next few weeks to help him recover from an ongoing neck injury.
Jan De Koning
26 Apr 2025, 6:17
'He is now called Os du Randt in the changing room'
Jake White’s Bulls spiked Glasgow’s attacking guns for most of Friday’s ‘revenge’ mission at Scotstoun to make themselve…
Bryn Palmer
26 Apr 2025, 5:40
Zebre deal blow to Edinburgh's URC playoffs bid
.Cammy Scott held his nerve to land a last-gasp conversion as Edinburgh snatched a 25-25 draw against Zebre in the United Rugby Ch…
PA
25 Apr 2025, 14:48
Cardiff edge closer to URC play-off place after beating Munster
Cardiff took a huge step towards a United Rugby Championship play-off spot with a hard-fought 26-21 victory over Munster at Arms P…
PA
25 Apr 2025, 14:12
Jake White's Bulls raid Glasgow to gain URC revenge
Glasgow’s prospects of finishing second in the United Rugby Championship suffered a setback as they were beaten 26-19 at home by…
PA
25 Apr 2025, 14:03
Gabriel Hamer-Webb eligibility decision looms as Prem comes knocking
Leicester Tigers have put Cardiff flyer Gabriel Hamer-Webb on their shopping list for a move back across the Severn Bridge when hi…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
25 Apr 2025, 7:47
Werner Kok returns to face former team as Ulster welcome back Ireland star
Werner Kok is set to face his former side for the first time in Ulster colours after being named on the wing for Saturday’s Unit…
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2025, 4:54
URC statement: Munster-Bulls error and 'entirely untrue' Piardi rumours
The United Rugby Championship (URC) have issued a detailed statement addressing the officiating error during Munster’s Round 15 …
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2025, 3:59
Sharks roll out another bruising, Bok-heavy side for Ulster
The Sharks have named a powerful, largely unchanged side to take on Ulster in Belfast on Saturday night as they look to round off …
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2025, 3:17
James Botham: The area of the game URC rivals Munster are 'very good at'
James Botham says Cardiff will have to produce their best performance of the season to come out on top in their huge clash with pl…
Simon Thomas
25 Apr 2025, 2:38
Dragons issue statement on Dan Lydiate's future at the club
Wales veteran and Dragons RFC back-rower Dan Lydiate will retire from professional rugby at the end of the current season - the cl…
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2025, 2:15
Glasgow hit back at Stephen Donald's 'absolutely unfounded' comments
Glasgow head coach Franco Smith has launched a passionate defence of the United Rugby Championship, labelling comments from former…
Bryn Palmer
25 Apr 2025, 1:42
Dave Cherry has almost certainly played his last game for Edinburgh
Scotland hooker Dave Cherry may have played his last game for Edinburgh after being ruled out for six weeks with knee ligament dam…
Bryn Palmer
24 Apr 2025, 10:00
Zander Fagerson's Lions involvement hanging by a thread
There had been a general expectation that this year’s tour of Australia would include the largest contingent of Scots ever selec…
PA
24 Apr 2025, 9:48
Scotland-qualified Cardiff prop Rhys Litterick heads north
Edinburgh Rugby today announced the signing of tighthead prop Rhys Litterick from Cardiff Rugby on a two-year deal.
PA
24 Apr 2025, 8:00
Edinburgh sign ‘highly rated’ Leicester Tigers prop James Whitcombe
Edinburgh Rugby today announced the signing of highly-rated Scottish qualified loosehead prop James Whitcombe from Leicester Tiger…
Ian Cameron
24 Apr 2025, 7:17
Springboks great makes timely return from injury
The Bulls are set to welcome back Springbok Willie le Roux for their repeat of last season's United Rugby Championship final again…
Josh Raisey
24 Apr 2025, 7:07
Gavin Coombes: 'It's on us' to save Munster's URC season
Gavin Coombes is having another season to remember in the BKT URC and is looking to cap it by helping Munster Rugby claim their se…
Simon Thomas
24 Apr 2025, 2:21
Welsh-qualified lock Levi Douglas to join URC strugglers next season
Former Bath and Wasps lock Levi Douglas has signed for Dragons ahead of next season.
Josh Raisey
24 Apr 2025, 2:04
Dragons keep hold of Rhodri Jones in double prop re-signing
Wales loosehead prop Rhodri Jones has signed a contract extension with the Dragons.
Josh Raisey
23 Apr 2025, 11:23
Ospreys confirm long-awaited exit of Wales lock Adam Beard
Wales lock Adam Beard will leave the Ospreys at the end of this season to pursue an opportunity abroad.
PA
23 Apr 2025, 7:04
Scotland international Alex Craig switches URC clubs
Dumfries-born Alex Craig is heading home to Scotland after agreeing to move to Glasgow Warriors from URC rivals, Scarlets.
Jon Newcombe
23 Apr 2025, 5:41
Josh McKay targets Glasgow century after signing new deal
Scotland hopeful Josh McKay has signed an extension to his current contract with Glasgow, which will keep the full-back at Scotsto…
Jon Newcombe
22 Apr 2025, 9:56
Two Ireland internationals among 8 players exiting Ulster
Ulster have confirmed their eight departures at the end of the season, which includes five centurion and two Ireland international…
Josh Raisey
22 Apr 2025, 4:43
Edinburgh injury roll call includes update on Duhan van der Merwe
Ahead of Saturday's URC clash away to Zebre, Edinburgh have given an update on their walking wounded, which includes no less than…
Jon Newcombe
22 Apr 2025, 2:24
Ulster boss Richie Murphy levels accusation at Leinster after heavy loss
Ulster head coach Richie Murphy has questioned the legality of Leinster’s approach at the breakdown following his side’s 41–…
Ian Cameron
21 Apr 2025, 4:26
'I felt a click': Struggling Lions sweating on captain Francke Horn
To misappropriate a neolithic apophthegm, the Lions have added injury to insult. Having suffered their fifth consecutive loss, and…
Jan De Koning
21 Apr 2025, 3:09
'That’s what 90 per cent of people will judge Cardiff on, not the stuff off pitch'
Cardiff Rugby coach Matt Sherratt says his players have done themselves proud with the way they have responded to recent events of…
Simon Thomas
20 Apr 2025, 3:49
'It’s massive': Why Irish Grand Slam was so important for Jake White's Bulls
The Bulls’ win over Munster was a match of epic proportions, but April 25, 2025, is the red-letter day for Jake White and his tr…
Rugby365
20 Apr 2025, 3:29
Glasgow Warriors regroup to beat Zebre and book home quarter-final tie
Glasgow dug in to produce a second-half recovery to beat Zebre 14-6 in Parma and secure a home quarter-final in the United Rugby C…
PA
19 Apr 2025, 14:25
Dan Sheehan scores hat-trick off the pine as Leinster thump Ulster
Dan Sheehan scored a second-half hat-trick of tries in Leinster’s 41-17 United Rugby Championship win over Ulster at the Aviva S…
PA
19 Apr 2025, 14:14
Ulster player ratings vs Leinster | 2024/25 URC
Ulster player ratings: Ulster started brightly but faded after the opening 20 minutes as Leinster took control of this URC contest…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
19 Apr 2025, 13:45
Leinster player ratings vs Ulster | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: The men in blue took their time but they eventually found thier rhythm to dispatch Ulster 41-17 on a damp…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
19 Apr 2025, 13:38
Judgement Day: Scarlets fight back to beat struggling Dragons
Scarlets overcame a major scare against bottom-of-the-table Dragons to secure a 31-23 bonus-point victory and keep alive their hop…
PA
19 Apr 2025, 12:51
Bulls become first South African URC team to beat Munster at Thomond Park
The Vodacom Bulls became the first South African team to win a BKT United Rugby Championship fixture at Thomond Park as they battl…
PA
19 Apr 2025, 12:37
Judgement Day: Clinical Cardiff claim bonus-point win over Ospreys
Cardiff took a huge step towards securing an end-of-season play-off spot with a 36-19 United Rugby Championship victory over Ospre…
PA
19 Apr 2025, 10:11
Stormers deal Connacht's URC play-off hopes a near fatal blow
Connacht saw their United Rugby Championship play-off hopes suffer another setback as they began life after Pete Wilkins with a 34…
PA
19 Apr 2025, 9:53
Former England star leads Benetton to huge URC result over Lions
Benetton boosted their United Rugby Championship play-off aspirations with a 42-31 bonus-point win over the Lions in Johannesburg.
Ian Cameron
19 Apr 2025, 7:09
Eben Etzebeth and Sam Skinner clash off-field as they're sent off
Eben Etzebeth and Sam Skinner were at the centre of a heated exchange that threatened to eclipse the action on the pitch during Fr…
Ian Cameron
19 Apr 2025, 6:56
Late Makazole Mapimpi try earns the Sharks win away to Edinburgh
Makazole Mapimpi scored a try in the closing seconds to earn the Sharks an 18-17 United Rugby Championship win away to Edinburgh.
PA
18 Apr 2025, 14:26
Franco Smith names much-changed side for Glasgow’s Zebre trip
Franco Smith has named a much-changed side for Saturday’s United Rugby Championship match away to Zebre as Glasgow bid to bounce…
PA
18 Apr 2025, 13:41
Answer to Cardiff meeting query stuns Josh Adams: 'That came as a shock'
It will be knock-out rugby when these two Welsh play-off hopefuls lock horns in the opening game of the Judgement Day derby double…
Simon Thomas
18 Apr 2025, 8:28
Leo Cullen wary of 'scheming' Ulster who welcome back Ireland star
Having racked up 114 points without conceding a single score in crushing Champions Cup knock-out victories over Harlequins (62-0) …
Simon Thomas
18 Apr 2025, 6:20
Ciaran Frawley starts at 10 as Leinster name mini-Bomb Squad bench
Leinster have selected Ciaran Frawley at fly-half and loaded their bench with senior internationals for Saturday’s United Rugby …
Ian Cameron
18 Apr 2025, 5:11
Conor Murray: French giants weigh up shock move for Ireland star
French Top 14 giants Racing 92 are weighing up a move for Ireland and Munster legend Conor Murray - who retired from international…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
18 Apr 2025, 3:56
Eben Etzebeth leads Sharks side featuring 12 Boks against Edinburgh
Eben Etzebeth will captain a Springbok-loaded Hollywoodbets Sharks XV when they visit Edinburgh in a Round 15 Vodacom United Ru…
Ian Cameron
17 Apr 2025, 11:33
Ex-Scotland U20 Duncan Munn wants to put it up to Glasgow’s centres
Duncan Munn is intent on challenging some of Scotland’s top centres after being rewarded with a new contract by Glasgow.
PA
17 Apr 2025, 10:51
Cardiff crisis: 'I won’t lie to you, it was unsettling for 24 to 48 hours'
Everyone at Cardiff Rugby will be looking forward to putting recent events behind them as they head into a “massive” Judgement…
Interview
Simon Thomas
17 Apr 2025, 7:58
'When you go 10 years without any involvement or caps, doubts do set in'
Life will come full circle for Rhodri Williams when he steps out at the Principality Stadium this weekend.
Interview
Simon Thomas
17 Apr 2025, 6:17
Edinburgh boss dimisses Springboks threat posed by his ex-side
Sean Everitt has told in-form Edinburgh they should have no fear of a Sharks side loaded with Springboks as they bid to complete a…
PA
17 Apr 2025, 4:26
Leinster boss outlines reasons for signing 'world-class' Rieko Ioane
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has backed Rieko Ioane to have an impact on and off the pitch when the 81-cap All Black arrives in …
Martyn Thomas
16 Apr 2025, 5:59
Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins leaves province 'with a heavy heart'
Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins has left his role with the province with immediate effect.
Jon Newcombe
16 Apr 2025, 4:36
'Cooperation, not blame': Welsh rugby must learn from Cardiff crisis
Finger-pointing is a favourite pastime of Welsh rugby folk, so the proactive manner of Cardiff's WRU takeover was refreshingly wel…
LONG READ
Paul Williams
15 Apr 2025, 7:24
Early cross-provincial move for Leinster duo unveiled
Munster Rugby and the IRFU have confirmed that Michael Milne and Lee Barron have joined the 2023 URC champions on loan from Leinst…
Jon Newcombe
15 Apr 2025, 2:04
Dan Lancaster could switch Test allegiance as URC club eye Racing 92 star
Glasgow Warriors have emerged as shock contenders to bring Racing 92 fly-half Dan Lancaster back from the French capital when his …
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
15 Apr 2025, 0:39
Leinster issue significant updates on Jack Conan and Ryan Baird
Injuries concerns around both Jack Conan and Ryan Baird has eased following Leinster's emphatic Investec Champions Cup quarter-fin…
Ian Cameron
14 Apr 2025, 9:36
Etzebeth rumours rubbished as Bok returns in 28-man Sharks touring squad
Eben Etzebeth has been named in the Hollywoodbets Sharks’ 28-man squad for their upcoming United Rugby Championship (VURC) match…
Ian Cameron
14 Apr 2025, 7:11
'I was gutted' - Blair Murray opens up on controversial Six Nations incident
Blair Murray tells a little tale which shows just how much his life has changed over the past six months.
Interview
Simon Thomas
13 Apr 2025, 1:15
Alex Nankivell 1 of 2 changes as Munster name team for Bordeaux
Alex Nankivell has been named in the Munster starting XV for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup quarter-final against Bordeaux-B…
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2025, 5:36
Ben Healy one of 3 fly-halves locked down by Edinburgh in one swoop
Edinburgh have acted decisively to shore up depth at fly-half, revealing contract deals for three stand-offs in the space of three…
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2025, 7:09
Munster confirm exit of Niall O'Donovan after 28 years
Munster Rugby have confirmed that long-serving Team Manager Niall O’Donovan will leave the province at the end of the current se…
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2025, 4:17
Test Lion among 2 Scotland internationals leaving Edinburgh
Dave Cherry and Ali Price will both leave Edinburgh at the end of the season, the club have announced.
PA
10 Apr 2025, 3:50
'I could see how much it meant to my dad, me playing for Wales, rather than England'
Henry Thomas’ rugby career has brought him a wide variety of experiences.bHe’s represented two different countries at internat…
Interview
Simon Thomas
10 Apr 2025, 2:50
Dylan Richardson explains one of the key reasons for Edinburgh move
Dylan Richardson explains one of the key reasons for Edinburgh move
PA
10 Apr 2025, 1:05
'Unthinkable for us': WRU issue statement on Cardiff Rugby
The Welsh Rugby Union has taken control of Cardiff after the club’s legal entity Cardiff Rugby Limited was placed temporarily in…
PA
09 Apr 2025, 15:12
Ireland fly-half Jack Crowley makes decision on future
Ireland fly-half Jack Crowley has ended months of speculation by signing a new contract that will keep him at Munster until at lea…
Martyn Thomas
09 Apr 2025, 7:52
Edinburgh land Sharks hooker Dylan Richardson
South African-born Scotland international Dylan Richardson will swap one URC club for another this summer after agreeing to join E…
Jon Newcombe
09 Apr 2025, 4:03
Cardiff set to go into administration, WRU prepare for takeover
Cardiff Rugby are set to declare their intention to go into administration with the Welsh Rugby Union in line for a takeover.
Neil Fissler
08 Apr 2025, 8:53
Italy rookie Tommaso Di Bartolomeo pens new Zebre Parma deal
Zebre Parma have announced that Italy hooker Tommaso Di Bartolomeo has signed a contract extension that will keep him at the club …
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2025, 5:37
Bulls star Willie le Roux makes U-turn on club future
Willie le Roux has performed a surprise U-turn and will now remain with the Bulls beyond the current season - the United Rugby Cha…
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2025, 3:49
'Real leader' Taine Plumtree confirms Welsh club future
Scarlets have received a significant boost ahead of the season’s run-in with the news that Wales back-rower Taine Plumtree has c…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2025, 7:31
Sean Everitt: 'People will say it’s the same old, but it’s not'
Sean Everitt has challenged Edinburgh to maintain their “positive energy” by progressing to the last eight of the EPCR Challen…
PA
03 Apr 2025, 5:35
Dragons sign 4-cap Wales international Thomas Young
Dragons RFC have confirmed the signing of Wales international back row forward Thomas Young, who will join the Men of Gwent from C…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2025, 3:02
Wes Goosen sets Scotland Test goal after signing new Edinburgh deal
The full-back will become Scotland-qualified in 2027 at the end of his new two-year deal.
Bryn Palmer
02 Apr 2025, 7:13
Duhan van der Merwe injury update leaves Andy Farrell with a dilemma
Edinburgh and Scotland wing Duhan van der Merwe is unlikely to play again before the British and Irish Lions squad is announced on…
Bryn Palmer
01 Apr 2025, 10:41
Record-breaking scrumhalf George Horne to stay in Scotland
Glasgow Warriors scrum-half George Horne has signed a new deal that will see him stay with the Scottish URC side for "the foreseea…
Ian Cameron
31 Mar 2025, 9:54
Dwayne Peel: 'Ropey is probably an understatement... there was error after error'
Scarlets coach Dwayne Peel said he was proud of the resilience his players showed as they fought back from a nightmare start to cl…
Simon Thomas
30 Mar 2025, 6:55
'We had a good plan, we saw the opportunity to beat the Sharks': Leo Cullen
Leo Cullen was a delighted man as league leaders Leinster bounced back from their first defeat of the season to beat Hollywoodbets…
Simon Thomas
30 Mar 2025, 5:03
Cardiff’s play-off hopes hit as Benetton claim victory with late penalty
.Having ended their four-game winless run in the competition by beating Lions at home last week, Cardiff seemed on course for back…
PA
29 Mar 2025, 16:09
George Horne becomes Glasgow’s record try-scorer during first-half Lions rout
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PA
29 Mar 2025, 16:04
Sharks player ratings vs Leinster | 2024/25 URC
Sharks player ratings: A single try from Bongi Mbonambi wasn’t enough to reel in a streetwise Leinster side that used every tric…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
29 Mar 2025, 14:16
'Leinster B' team shock Bok-laden Sharks in Durban for rare SA win
Leaders Leinster bounced back to winning ways in the United Rugby Championship as they overcame Sharks 10-7 in Durban.
PA
29 Mar 2025, 12:44
Leinster player ratings vs Sharks | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: A Leinster side that would be accurately described as a B team have beaten the Springbok-laden Sharks 10-…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
29 Mar 2025, 12:27
Scarlets punish ill disciplined Ospreys to keep play-off hopes alive
Scarlets kept their end-of-season play-off hopes alive with a 38-22 bonus-point win over Ospreys in a pulsating Welsh derby.
PA
29 Mar 2025, 11:22
Munster beat Connacht despite early red card for Kiwi star
Jack Crowley scored 15 points as Munster overcame Connacht 30-24 at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park despite Alex Nankivell’s red…
PA
29 Mar 2025, 10:11
Sergeal Petersen bags brace as Bulls paste Zebre Parma
Bulls strengthened their hopes of securing a home quarter-final in the United Rugby Championship with a comprehensive bonus-point …
PA
29 Mar 2025, 8:11
Franco Smith warns Glasgow of unique challenge of SA opponents
Glasgow head coach Franco Smith warned his players they face a unique test in the BKT United Rugby Championship this weekend.
PA
29 Mar 2025, 3:33
Stormers score 17 points in first seven minutes but fall to Ulster comeback
Ulster scored six tries on their way to claiming a dramatic 38-34 comeback victory over Stormers to boost their United Rugby Champ…
PA
28 Mar 2025, 15:28
Dragons cut open in resounding Edinburgh win
Patrick Harrison scored twice as Edinburgh enhanced their United Rugby Championship play-off aspirations with a bonus-point win ov…
PA
28 Mar 2025, 14:47
Leinster roll out 6'10, 138kg giant against Sharks but 2 superstars missing
Leinster have left Jordie Barrett and RG Snyman out of their matchday 23 for Saturday’s clash with the Hollywoodbets Sharks in D…
Ian Cameron
28 Mar 2025, 7:26
Test rookie Dylan Richardson to make Scotland move
Edinburgh have lined up a move for South African-born Scotland international hooker Dylan Richardson as a replacement for veteran …
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
28 Mar 2025, 6:58
Leinster eye up Springbok to replace Jordie Barrett
Damian Willemse is on Leinster’s wish list to replace Jordie Barrett when the All Blacks star’s six-month sabbatical in the Ir…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
28 Mar 2025, 5:58
Old pals to put friendship aside in season defining Welsh derby
Dwayne Peel and Mark Jones go back a long way, but that friendship will be put to one side when they lock horns this weekend.
Simon Thomas
28 Mar 2025, 5:29
Scotland's Grant Gilchrist extends Edinburgh deal into 15th season
Edinburgh co-captain Grant Gilchrist has signed a one-year contract extension with the club, which will take him into his 15th sea…
Josh Raisey
26 Mar 2025, 8:04
Callum Sheedy: 'I know I have missed kicks this season. Trust me'
Callum Sheedy says he is enjoying his rugby more than he has for years as he looks ahead to an exciting end to the season with Car…
Simon Thomas
24 Mar 2025, 2:21
Bulls' Jake White: 'It’s stupid things, stupid - unbelievably stupid'
Bulls head coach Jake White believes his side have got to get smarter despite their heroic 21-20 URC win over a heretofore unbeate…
Ian Cameron
23 Mar 2025, 5:31
Ospreys soar up URC table after beating Connacht in high-scoring thriller
Two tries apiece for Keelan Giles and Daniel Kasende helped lift Ospreys into the United Rugby Championship play-off places with a…
PA
22 Mar 2025, 13:46
Ulster stage late fightback to see off struggling Dragons
Ulster came from behind late on as they beat United Rugby Championship basement boys Dragons 34-30 at Rodney Parade.
PA
22 Mar 2025, 13:04
Heartbreak for Leinster as last-gasp Bulls kick ends perfect record
United Rugby Championship leaders Leinster saw their winning streak ended as they were beaten 21-20 away at South African side Bul…
PA
22 Mar 2025, 11:30
Late Alessandro Izekor try sees Benetton snatch win over Edinburgh
Benetton scored a last-minute try to snatch a 21-18 victory over Edinburgh after Sione Tuipulotu had been sent off late on in the …
PA
22 Mar 2025, 10:23
Scarlets play-off hopes hit by home defeat to Stormers
Scarlets’ hopes of claiming a play-off spot were dealt a significant blow after losing a hard-fought encounter 29-17 to a strong…
PA
22 Mar 2025, 10:13
Glasgow muscle up late to dismiss Munster in bonus point win
Glasgow trailed for most of the night but staged a late rally to claim a bonus-point 28-25 victory over Munster and tighten their …
PA
21 Mar 2025, 15:50
Cardiff boost URC hopes as intercept try proves the difference vs Lions
An interception try from Harri Millard sealed Cardiff a 20-17 victory over the Lions to cement their place in the top six of the U…
PA
21 Mar 2025, 15:00
Standard has been set for Edinburgh side lacking Scotland stars
Sean Everitt has told Edinburgh to draw inspiration from their victory over Munster last time out as they bid to make it back-to-b…
PA
21 Mar 2025, 8:59
RG Snyman and Jordie Barrett headline Leinster side to take on Bulls
South Africa second-row RG Snyman will face his former side the Bulls for the first time in Leinster colours on Saturday at Loftus…
Josh Raisey
21 Mar 2025, 8:55
Adam Beard makes long-awaited Ospreys injury return
After four months out of action, Welsh international Adam Beard makes a very welcome return for the Ospreys as they continue their…
Simon Thomas
21 Mar 2025, 8:50
Matt Sherratt: 'Whoever gets the Wales job is going to be very lucky'
Matt Sherratt believes he has returned to Cardiff a better coach after his “whirlwind” spell in charge of Wales.
Simon Thomas
21 Mar 2025, 6:13
One cap ex-Scotland and Wasps halfback Ben Vellacott decides future
Edinburgh halfback Ben Vellacott has signed a new two-year deal that will keep him at the club until at least 2027.
Ian Cameron
20 Mar 2025, 9:25
Sione Vailanu returns to rugby after 15 months on sidelines
Sione Vailanu will make his first Glasgow appearance since 2023 when Warriors host Munster on Friday night.
PA
20 Mar 2025, 9:15
Exiting Glasgow Warriors coach Peter Murchie's next club revealed
Kobe Steelers are poised to announce that Glasgow Warriors defence coach Pete Murchie will join them following confirmation of his…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
20 Mar 2025, 5:53
Jack Mann considered walking away from rugby after 720 day lay-off
For Jack Mann, the wait for an elusive first Scotland cap continues. But, after everything he has been through, he’s just relish…
Interview
Simon Thomas
20 Mar 2025, 4:20
'Let Munster, Scarlets, Cardiff, Edinburgh and all these guys lose'
DHL Stormers boss John Dobson is targeting a top six finish in the BKT URC as he welcomes back X-Factor players for the crucial ru…
URC SA
20 Mar 2025, 3:12
'Ulster, though no one wants to admit it, isn't much more than a development province right now.'
A storied rugby institution, the Irish representation from Ulster has fallen away to a trickle in recent years and that is a conce…
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Garry Doyle
19 Mar 2025, 5:40
John Cooney to swap Ulster for France's second division
Ulster scrum-half John Cooney has signed a two-year deal with French Pro D2 outfit Brive ahead of next season.
Josh Raisey
17 Mar 2025, 9:32
Jack Crowley club future by no means done
Leicester Tigers are facing an uphill fight to tempt Ireland star Jack Crowley into quitting Munster when his contract runs out th…
Neil Fissler
14 Mar 2025, 10:00
Joe Hawkins ready to revive Test career after sealing Wales return
Exeter Chiefs centre Joe Hawkins has signed for the Scarlets ahead of next season, as reported by RugbyPass.
Josh Raisey
13 Mar 2025, 4:26
'Suits my game': Wales' Ioan Lloyd set for region switch
Out of favour Wales fly-half Ioan Lloyd is set to join his boyhood club Cardiff next season from the Scarlets.
Josh Raisey
10 Mar 2025, 9:55
Rabah Slimani's future at Leinster appears to be decided
Leinster have agreed a deal to keep veteran former French international tighthead Rabah Slimani with the province for another seas…
Neil Fissler
10 Mar 2025, 6:43
Union behind the Stormers set to exit administration
The executive council of the South African Rugby Union (SARU) has advised the administrator of the Western Province Rugby Football…
Ian Cameron
07 Mar 2025, 6:30
Connacht's JJ Hanrahan confirms his latest move
His decision comes a week after it was confirmed that Chiefs boss Clayton McMillan will take over from Graham Rowntree, who vacate…
Liam Heagney
05 Mar 2025, 7:37
Springbok prop Ntuthuko Mchunu agrees move to South African rivals
The Stormers have signed loosehead prop Ntuthuko Mchunu from the Sharks ahead of next season.
Josh Raisey
04 Mar 2025, 2:50
The Ospreys reaction to upset win over URC champs Glasgow Warriors
There was St David’s Day delight for the Ospreys as they beat Glasgow Warriors 32-31 at Scotstoun with “a rollercoaster ride…
Simon Thomas
02 Mar 2025, 4:56
Benetton denied rare win on Irish soil as Connacht fight back after unravelling
Connacht started and finished strongly to beat Benetton in a 38-30 bonus-point victory in a topsy-turvy BKT United Rugby Champions…
PA
01 Mar 2025, 19:53
Jack Walsh kicks Ospreys to victory over Glasgow after 10-try thriller
Jack Walsh’s stoppage-time penalty earned Ospreys a 32-31 victory over Glasgow following a 10-try thriller at Scotstoun.
PA
01 Mar 2025, 19:47
Ulster leave it late to see off Scarlets and boost URC chances
Nathan Doak converted skipper Alan O’Connor’s 79th-minute try as Ulster boosted their United Rugby Championship play-off hopes…
PA
01 Mar 2025, 12:01
Stormers end losing run to give URC play-off hopes a boost
Stormers gave their United Rugby Championship play-off hopes a lift with a battling 19-16 win over Bulls in Pretoria.
PA
01 Mar 2025, 11:14
Second-half gas sees Leinster power past Cardiff
A run of four unanswered tries either side of half-time saw United Rugby Championship leaders Leinster beat Cardiff 42-24.
PA
01 Mar 2025, 9:42
Siya Kolisi's Sharks beaten by Lions in Jo'burg
Lions boosted their United Rugby Championship play-off prospects with a commanding 38-14 bonus-point win over Sharks in Johannesbu…
PA
01 Mar 2025, 8:13
Bok star Handre Pollard's Bulls return confirmed
Springbok flyhalf Handré Pollard is set to rejoin the Vodacom Bulls on a two-year deal beginning July 1.
Ian Cameron
01 Mar 2025, 3:37
Brodie Coghlan brace in vain as Dragons beaten by Zebre
Dragons began brightly and were rewarded when Coghlan went over from close range 12 minutes in, with Will Reed converting for a 7-…
PA
28 Feb 2025, 15:02
Matt Currie scores hat-trick as Edinburgh shock Munster
Munster’s fit-again centre Alex Nankivell touched down in either half, but they were unable to avoid their first loss in 11 URC …
PA
28 Feb 2025, 14:46
Springboks full-back Willie le Roux explains change to 10 at Bulls
For more than a decade, the man from the Western Cape has been one of the finest full-backs in the game, starring for the Springbo…
URC SA
28 Feb 2025, 6:02
Adam Hastings returns after 3-month lay-off
Glasgow name him at full-back for the visit of the Ospreys in the URC, while JP Du Preez is on the bench and set to put his injury…
Jon Newcombe
28 Feb 2025, 4:25
Paul Hill: 'Realistically, up until I was about 15, I was pretty rubbish'
As an England international, Paul Hill is quite a rarity in the BKT URC, but all the more so given he was born in Germany.
Interview
Simon Thomas
27 Feb 2025, 1:42
Munster statement: Clayton McMillan appointed new head coach
The Irish province had been searching for Graham Rowntree’s successor since their late October parting of the ways with the ex-E…
Liam Heagney
26 Feb 2025, 12:25
New Munster head coach all but confirmed
Munster look to be close to appointing their next boss after bookies suspended the market following a flurry of bets on Clayton Mc…
Neil Fissler
26 Feb 2025, 7:51
URC champions Glasgow bracing for coach exit
Glasgow Warriors appear to have won their battle to keep boss Franco Smith at Scotstoun but look to be losing one of his loyal lie…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
26 Feb 2025, 6:18
How a 'weird enough journey' keeps inspiring Munster's Shane Daly
He started all 18 regular season games for the Irish province, playing an astonishing 1,430 minutes.
Simon Thomas
25 Feb 2025, 5:24
Ospreys sign Waisea Nayacalevu as he exits Sale mid-season
Ospreys have agreed an immediate deal with Sale Sharks to sign Fiji skipper Waisea Nayacalevu, who has flopped since moving to the…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
24 Feb 2025, 8:13
Benetton part ways with head coach Marco Bortolami
Benetton Rugby and head coach Marco Bortolami have confirmed they will part ways at the conclusion of the current season.
Ian Cameron
24 Feb 2025, 6:19
Bulls clinch bonus-point win over Lions in URC
Bulls boosted their United Rugby Championship top-four credentials with a 31-19 bonus-point win over Lions at Loftus Versfeld.
PA
22 Feb 2025, 6:22
Ross Moriarty UK return: URC side now in pole position
There is an update on Ross Moriarty’s impending return to the United Kingdom, with the Scarlets and Ospreys both showing interes…
Exclusive
Francisco Isaac
21 Feb 2025, 4:55
Wider Scotland squad players shine as Glasgow douse Dragons' flames
Glasgow made it seven wins from their last eight visits to Rodney Parade with a comfortable bonus-point victory over Dragons on Su…
PA
16 Feb 2025, 8:29
Tiaan Basson: Race to sign player dubbed South Africa's next superstar
Tiaan Basson is being tipped as the next South African superstar, but they may not be able to hang on to one of the fastest rising…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
16 Feb 2025, 6:36
Connacht clinch victory with late try after Cardiff fight back from 19-0 down
Dylan Tierney-Martin scored a match-winning try in the 75th minute as Connacht recovered from blowing a 19-0 lead to beat Matt She…
PA
15 Feb 2025, 14:01
Woeful indiscipline sees struggling Ulster beaten at Benetton
The visitors had three players – David McCann, Nick Timoney and Stewart Moore – yellow-carded in a damaging 20-minute spell, w…
PA
15 Feb 2025, 11:43
Munster eventually thump Scarlets after first-half struggle session
Munster made it 10 successive wins against Welsh opposition as player-of-the-match Gavin Coombes shone in a 29-8 victory over Scar…
PA
15 Feb 2025, 11:41
Munster player ratings vs Scarlets | 2024/25 URC
Munster player ratings: After a frankly poor showing in the first forty minutes, the Munster thumped the Scarlets 29-8 in a scrapp…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Feb 2025, 11:12
Sharks win away to Bulls with impressive second-half display
Sharks claimed an impressive 29-19 victory away to Bulls in the United Rugby Championship.
PA
15 Feb 2025, 10:33
Lions hold off second-half Stormers comeback to secure URC win
The hosts enjoyed an 18-point lead at half-time after tries from Morne van den Berg, Henco van Wyk, and Marius Louw.
PA
15 Feb 2025, 7:04
Fissler Confidential: A tale of two Springbok transfers
The Dragons are in talks to snatch Wales openside Thomas Young on a three-year deal from United rugby championship rivals Cardiff …
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
15 Feb 2025, 4:03
Edinburgh beaten as Zebre hold firm despite late dismissals
.Both sides scored three tries at the Hive Stadium but Giacomo Da Re’s seven points with the boot proved the difference and Edin…
PA
14 Feb 2025, 14:21
Ospreys go down swinging as Leinster extend unbeaten run
Leinster maintained their unbeaten league record with an 11th straight success in a hard-fought 22-19 win over Ospreys in Swansea.
PA
14 Feb 2025, 13:47
Emiliano Boffelli to play first game after brutal 10 month rehab ordeal
Argentina winger Emiliano Boffelli will make his first appearance in 10 months when Edinburgh host Zebre on Friday.
PA
13 Feb 2025, 9:04
Alex Mann: 'I am about 8-9kgs heavier than this time last year'
Alex Mann is a player with an appetite for success in every sense of the phrase. The Welsh international has been working hard at …
Interview
Simon Thomas
13 Feb 2025, 4:18
'I think I made the right choice': How Daniel Kasende was torn between two sports
Daniel Kasende is a man who has a back story with a difference and a real awareness of the people who have played a key part in hi…
Interview
Simon Thomas
13 Feb 2025, 3:34
Ireland second-row Tadhg Beirne to stay with Munster
Tadhg Beirne has signed a new two-year contract extension with the IRFU and Munster - keeping the Ireland forward at the province …
Ian Cameron
13 Feb 2025, 2:25
Dragons settle on head coach in hectic day for Welsh rugby
Dragons have named Filo Tiatia as their new head coach having held the role on an interim basis since November.
Josh Raisey
11 Feb 2025, 8:00
Scarlets talent Carwyn Tuipulotu makes immediate exit from Welsh rugby
Welsh URC region Scarlets have confirmed that back-row talent Carwyn Tuipulotu will leave the club to move to France.
Ian Cameron
10 Feb 2025, 7:28
'Test match' URC derby draws enormous crowd in South Africa
Jake White says the South African derby between his Vodacom Bulls and the DHL Stormers - which drew the second biggest crowd of th…
Simon Thomas
10 Feb 2025, 7:05
Clayton Blommetjies’s late miss costly as Bulls edge out Stormers
Clayton Blommetjies missed a late conversion as Stormers saw their six-match winning run at DHL Stadium come to an end in a 33-32 …
PA
08 Feb 2025, 6:28
FIR issue statement on immediate future of Zebre Parma
The Italian Rugby Federation (FIR) have revealed that it will retain 100 per cent control of the Zebre Parma franchise - for now a…
Ian Cameron
08 Feb 2025, 5:23
Welsh rugby agree new deal that aims to bring overseas players home
Wales’ four professional clubs have reached agreement with the Welsh Rugby Union over a new financial and rugby-focused deal.
PA
07 Feb 2025, 9:17
International hooker Elliot Dee to stay in Wales
Wales international hooker Elliot Dee has put pen to paper on a new 'long-term' deal that will see him stay at Dragons RFC.
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2025, 2:34
Irish-qualified England international Dan Kelly joins Munster
Leicester Tigers centre Dan Kelly has signed for Munster ahead of next season, as reported by RugbyPass.
Josh Raisey
06 Feb 2025, 7:48
Edinburgh confirm Jamie Ritchie exit and his new club
Former Scotland captain Jamie Ritchie will leave Edinburgh Rugby to sign for Perpignan it has been confirmed this morning.
Ian Cameron
06 Feb 2025, 3:14
Springbok star Makazole Mapimpi banned for 'one of vilest acts'
Sharks and Springboks winger Makazole Mapimpi will miss three United Rugby Championship matches having admitted an act of foul pla…
Martyn Thomas
04 Feb 2025, 8:58
Ex-Ireland centre Jonny Bell immediately ends 30-year association with Ulster
Ulster defence coach Jonny Bell has immediately left the club by mutual consent to pursue a career outside of rugby.
Josh Raisey
04 Feb 2025, 2:42
Munster confirm two signings from Leinster, including Michael Milne
It was earlier in January when RugbyPass exclusively reported that loosehead Milne and hooker Barron were set for moves to Limeric…
Liam Heagney
29 Jan 2025, 10:55
Springbok Salmaan Moerat in high demand in Premiership and Top 14
Sale Sharks and Bayonne are locked in three-way a tug-of-war with the Stormers to land Springbok lock Salmaan Moerat when his cont…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
29 Jan 2025, 7:38
Premiership giants plotting to lure Franco Smith away from URC champs
Glasgow Warriors boss Franco Smith has emerged as a shock contender to replace Michael Cheika if he leaves Leicester Tigers when h…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
29 Jan 2025, 2:19
The trendy rugby tactic that 'backfired badly' for the Stormers in Dublin
It was always going to happen – a forwards-heavy six-two or seven-one bench split backfiring. Pioneered by Springbok coach Rassi…
Jan De Koning
27 Jan 2025, 7:26
Dan Sheehan: 'It was kind of weird watching from the outside'
Dan Sheehan said it was a special feeling to be back out on the pitch after he ended a six month absence with a two-try Player of …
Simon Thomas
27 Jan 2025, 6:11
'He’s the best player I’ve played with... He’s phenomenal'
Wales great Justin Tipuric says the Ospreys are playing with a smile on their faces as they continue their unbeaten run under new …
Simon Thomas
27 Jan 2025, 2:09
URC shock as Zebre stun Ulster in Belfast
Zebre pulled off a huge shock as they defeated Ulster 15-14 to win for the very first time in Belfast and stun the hosts.
PA
26 Jan 2025, 12:12
Glasgow Warriors just about fend off Connacht
Sebastian Cancelliere try double helps Glasgow to victory over Connacht.
PA
26 Jan 2025, 12:02
Italy's Lorenzo Pani undergoes surgery following training injury
Italy and Zebre Parma wing Lorenzo Pani has undergone surgery following a fracture suffered in training.
Ian Cameron
26 Jan 2025, 9:16
Stormers reveal why Ben Loader is returning to England
Director of Rugby John Dobson has addressed speculation surrounding the departure of English wing Ben Loader, explaining why the f…
Ian Cameron
26 Jan 2025, 7:46
'One of the vilest acts' - Springbok in spotlight over URC incident
Springboks wing Makazole Mapimpi has been accused of eye gouging during the Sharks’ 42-22 victory over Cardiff in the United Rug…
Ian Cameron
26 Jan 2025, 6:59
Munster produce stunning first-half performance in victory over lowly Dragons
Munster produced a stunning first-half performance as they defeated struggling Dragons 38-19 in their United Rugby Championship cl…
PA
25 Jan 2025, 14:37
Deon Fourie accuses Leinster of unsportsmanslike conduct
Stormers captain Deon Fourie has accused Leinster of a lack of sportsmanship for their antics against his side in their URC clash …
Ian Cameron
25 Jan 2025, 13:32
Cardiff’s unbeaten United Rugby Championship run ended by Sharks
.Cardiff’s four-match unbeaten run in the United Rugby Championship came to an end after a 42-22 defeat to Sharks in a thrilling…
PA
25 Jan 2025, 12:29
Leinster duo Dan Sheehan and James Lowe hand Ireland Six Nations fitness boost
Dan Sheehan made a try-scoring return as Leinster claimed a 36-12 United Rugby Championship bonus-point win over the Stormers, joi…
PA
25 Jan 2025, 11:33
Stormers player ratings vs Leinster | URC 2024/25
Stormers player ratings: A night to forget for the South African outfit, who were less Storm Eowyn and more blow-out in their 36-1…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
25 Jan 2025, 11:17
Leinster player ratings vs Stormers | URC 2024/25
Leinster player ratings: Leinster secured a workmanlike 36-12 victory over the Stormers in a scrappy URC contest at the Aviva Stad…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
25 Jan 2025, 10:54
Sin-bin central as Scarlets overcome Edinburgh in Llanelli
Scarlets picked up four valuable United Rugby Championship points by winning a dour encounter against Edinburgh 30-24 in Llanelli.…
PA
25 Jan 2025, 10:03
Bulls beat the Lions with brilliant second-half display
The Bulls produced a dominant second-half performance to secure a 37-22 victory over the Lions in their United Rugby Championship …
PA
25 Jan 2025, 8:07
Jack Walsh claims two tries as Ospreys hit Benetton for six in Swansea
.Apart from the opening five minutes, the half belonged totally to the home side and it came as no surprise when they added a thir…
PA
24 Jan 2025, 14:22
Dan Sheehan returns for Leinster ahead of Ireland squad call-up
Dan Sheehan will captain Leinster on his first appearance of the season against the Stormers in the United Rugby Championship (URC…
Ian Cameron
24 Jan 2025, 7:57
URC ref tsar Tappe Henning: 'The first thing to say is that referees are accountable'
The BKT URC’s Head of Match Officials Tappe Henning has outlined in detail the accountability process which operates in the comp…
Interview
Simon Thomas
24 Jan 2025, 7:44
Sean Everitt backs Edinburgh to cover for Scotland absentees against Scarlets
Sean Everitt has called on Edinburgh to overcome the absence of a raft of Scotland internationals and maintain their recent moment…
PA
24 Jan 2025, 5:17
'It’s the toughest thing I have been through in my career' - Santiago Cordero
After going through the worst period of his career, Santiago Cordero is understandably delighted to be feeling like his old self a…
Interview
Simon Thomas
23 Jan 2025, 8:51
Unbeaten Ospreys boss Mark Jones: 'I don't just like it, I love it'
Mark Jones is a man who simply loves coaching and he has more reason than ever to be relishing the job right now.
Simon Thomas
23 Jan 2025, 1:41
Storm Eowyn forces Glasgow to rearrange Connacht clash
Glasgow Warriors have rearranged their United Rugby Championship fixture with Connacht this weekend due to Storm Eowyn which is ex…
Josh Raisey
22 Jan 2025, 9:03
Neethling Fouche targets Springboks cap after new Stormers deal
Stormers tighthead prop Neethling Fouche has turned down "significant interest from several overseas clubs" to agree a three-year …
Josh Raisey
21 Jan 2025, 1:31
Munster close in on Leicester and ex-England centre Dan Kelly
Munster are closing in on a deal that will see them sign Leicester Tigers and England inside centre Dan Kelly, who is set to leave…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
17 Jan 2025, 3:47
John Andrew joins Ireland international in signing new Ulster deal
Ulster hooker John Andrew has signed a new deal with the province alongside front-row team-mate Eric O'Sullivan.
Josh Raisey
14 Jan 2025, 6:10
Springbok Cobus Reinach agrees South Africa homecoming
South Africa scrum-half Cobus Reinach has signed for the Stormers ahead of next season.
Josh Raisey
14 Jan 2025, 3:18
Wales captain Jac Morgan signs new Ospreys deal
Club captain Jac Morgan has signed a new contract with Ospreys.
PA
14 Jan 2025, 1:09
Leinster prop Michael Milne on verge of joining Munster
Munster are closing in on a deal that will take Leinster loosehead Michael Milne to Limerick less than a year after they failed in…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
10 Jan 2025, 5:36
Hansen saga has no winners but rugby needs characters and referees – Andy Goode
There is no perfect solution when it comes to refereeing criticism but the Mack Hansen situation is a mess and nobody comes out of…
Opinion
Andy Goode
10 Jan 2025, 1:20
D'arcy Rae: 'It was a bit of a mixed-up situation at Bath'
Edinburgh prop D’arcy Rae has set his sights on further Scotland recognition after fully committing to the “dark side” and s…
Interview
Bryn Palmer
09 Jan 2025, 6:00
Connacht duo sign new contracts
Ireland Sevens international Shane Jennings has signed a new contract with Connacht alongside back-row Sean Jansen.
Josh Raisey
08 Jan 2025, 8:37
Ioan Lloyd reportedly set to switch Welsh regions
Scarlets fly-half Ioan Lloyd is poised to join Welsh rivals Cardiff, WalesOnline have reported.
Josh Raisey
08 Jan 2025, 3:21
Stormers defence coach gives important injury update
The Stormers host the Sale Sharks on Saturday, in a Champions Cup Round Three match.
Henry Lee
07 Jan 2025, 14:20
Connacht confirm Mark Sexton exit, two player contract extensions
The Irish province didn’t say what offer the attack coach has accepted, but it is believed he will link up with Ulster where Ric…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2025, 5:44
'Hugely revitalising': Former All Black excited by Jordie Barrett's Leinster stint
The 27-year-old has enjoyed some early success in his first few appearances for the province, scoring on debut against Bristol.
Henry Lee
05 Jan 2025, 18:31
Regan Grace makes immediate switch to Cardiff ahead of Six Nations
Bath winger Regan Grace makes an immediate switch to URC side Cardiff ahead of the Guinness Six Nations.
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
05 Jan 2025, 15:23
Ronan O'Gara weighs in on Jack Crowley selection controversy
La Rochelle head coach Ronan O’Gara believes Jack Crowley might actually benefit from missing Munster’s recent United Rugby Ch…
Ian Cameron
04 Jan 2025, 4:18
The motivation that convinced Nick Timoney to sign new Ulster deal
The 29-year-old back-rower generated interest abroad in his services for the 2025/26 season but has instead decided his future is …
Liam Heagney
02 Jan 2025, 10:29
Blair Murray shines on return as Scarlets claim bonus-point win over Dragons
Blair Murray marked his return with a brace of tries as Scarlets secured a 32-15 bonus-point win over Dragons in Llanelli in the U…
PA
02 Jan 2025, 1:33
Ospreys overcome a first-half red card to grab URC draw at Cardiff
Despite the red card, the visitors continued to be the better side with Cardiff having to survive sustained late pressure in order…
PA
02 Jan 2025, 1:31
Bizarre setback fuels Dave Cherry’s fight to reclaim jersey
Edinburgh hooker Dave Cherry insists he has not given up hope of a possible Scotland recall despite not featuring for the national…
Bryn Palmer
29 Dec 2024, 14:00
Coach finds surprising silver lining in Glasgow’s Murrayfield loss
Franco Smith has challenged Glasgow to use Saturday’s defeat by Edinburgh as fuel for another strong finish to the season.
PA
29 Dec 2024, 8:11
Ulster end losing run by beating Connacht
Ulster ended a five-match losing run in all competitions with a dogged 17-7 United Rugby Championship win at Connacht.
PA
28 Dec 2024, 13:58
Stormers sink Sharks with late Jean-Luc du Plessis try
.Jean-Luc du Plessis’ 78th-minute try lifted Stormers to a hard-fought 24-20 victory over Sharks in the United Rugby Championshi…
PA
28 Dec 2024, 10:42
Edinburgh edge Glasgow but Warriors have last laugh
Edinburgh defeated Glasgow 10-7 in a Murrayfield dogfight but were unable to stop Franco Smith’s side claiming the 1872 Cup for …
PA
28 Dec 2024, 9:19
Shamus Hurley-Langton: 'When your club has three All Blacks, no-one cares much about me!'
The Connacht flanker is settled far from his native New Zealand as he enters the make-or-break part of his Irish stay.
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Pat McCarry
28 Dec 2024, 3:48
Leinster batter Munster at Thomond Park to remain undefeated
Leinster claimed the festive derby spoils at a sold-out Thomond Park, winning 28-7 to hand Munster only their second home BKT Unit…
PA
27 Dec 2024, 13:52
The Scotland sub-plot to this weekend's 1872 Cup decider
Franco Smith has challenged Glasgow to claim the 1872 Cup in style and ensure there is no repeat of last year’s bitter-sweet tri…
PA
27 Dec 2024, 13:43
Munster player ratings vs Leinster | 2024/25 URC
Munster were overwhelmed by a ferocious Leinster defensive performance in a 28 - 7 loss.
Opinion
Philip Bendon
27 Dec 2024, 13:32
Leinster player ratings vs Munster | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: Leinster weathered a spirited Munster performance to claim a hard-fought bonus point victory in a game ma…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
27 Dec 2024, 13:27
Cardiff extend winning run over Dragons to 19 with narrow victory
Cardiff’s impressive winning run over Dragons was extended to 19 games as they won a hard-fought URC derby 24-22 at Rodney Parad…
PA
27 Dec 2024, 1:36
South African born Scotland international inks new deal
Edinburgh won’t be getting rid of South African born prop Pierre Schoeman anytime soon, with the Scotland international signing …
Henry Lee
26 Dec 2024, 13:14
Leinster and Munster gain valuable experience back for URC derby
Ahead of the highly anticipated URC matchup between Leinster and Munster, both teams have welcomed back multiple players to their …
Henry Lee
26 Dec 2024, 12:24
'One of the deadliest wingers in rugby' has decided his future
It was in early December when RugbyPass reported that Ulster were likely to win the race to retain Stockdale, who had been sounded…
Liam Heagney
24 Dec 2024, 5:17
Allan Dell has exited Glasgow with immediate effect
The South Africa-born 32-year-old managed just 12 appearances in two and a half years at Scotstoun after joining from London Irish…
PA
24 Dec 2024, 1:20
Munster's updated Injury list
Munster’s injury list is once again filling up, this time around former junior Springbok Thaakir Abrahams finds himself facing s…
Henry Lee
23 Dec 2024, 19:33
Drama unfolds as historic Hampden Park derby delivers
Johnny Matthews recorded a brace for Glasgow against rivals Edinburgh in the first leg of the 1872 Cup at Hampden, the first rugby…
PA
22 Dec 2024, 9:41
Hampden Park clash a ‘a massive privilege’ for Warriors' boss Smith
.Franco Smith declared it “a massive privilege” to be leading Glasgow as they prepare to play in front of their biggest-ever h…
PA
22 Dec 2024, 3:30
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu suffers new injury setback
The Stormers convincingly beat the Johannesburg-based Lions team to bounce back from a disappointing start to the campaign.
Henry Lee
21 Dec 2024, 16:40
Stormers ease past Lions to return to winning ways
Carbon-copy tries from Joseph Dweba, powering over from two mauls, and a smart Suleiman Hartzenberg finish gave the hosts a 15-0 i…
PA
21 Dec 2024, 12:40
Loose Leinster scrape by Connacht to extend winning run
United Rugby Championship leaders Leinster made it 10 wins from 10 in all competitions, but had to work hard for a 20-12 victory o…
PA
21 Dec 2024, 12:01
Leinster player ratings vs Connacht | 2024/25 URC
Leinster player ratings: The men in blue ground out a scrappy 20-12 win over Connacht at the Aviva Stadium, with a much-changed si…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
21 Dec 2024, 11:54
Iestyn Hopkins ensures Mark Jones Ospreys era begins with dramatic win
Iestyn Hopkins scored a match-winning try with the game’s final action as Ospreys beat rivals Scarlets 23-22 in the United Rugby…
PA
21 Dec 2024, 11:53
Hendrikse brothers steal show vs Bulls after Stormers ease past Lions
A Jordan Hendrikse penalty gave Sharks a 20-17 victory over Bulls in the United Rugby Championship.
PA
21 Dec 2024, 11:30
Edinburgh boss Sean Everitt leans into underdog tag for 1872 Cup
Sean Everitt concedes his Edinburgh side are underdogs for their 1872 Cup first leg against Glasgow but the head coach is adamant …
PA
21 Dec 2024, 10:48
Franco Smith: 'We know that they pose a tremendous challenge'
Franco Smith is adamant there is no chance of URC champions Glasgow underestimating Edinburgh in the first leg of their 1872 Cup s…
PA
21 Dec 2024, 8:01
Tom Farrell completes hat-trick late to deny scrappy Ulster
A hat-trick of tries from Tom Farrell saw Munster win a scrappy opening Irish interprovincial of the festive season 22-19 over Uls…
PA
20 Dec 2024, 14:14
URC chief executive addresses potential Premiership merger
As he looks back on his ten years at the helm, BKT URC chief executive Martin Anayi is in no doubt over his proudest achievement.
…
Interview
Simon Thomas
20 Dec 2024, 4:19
'One of Scotland’s best young back-rows' Ben Muncaster signs new deal
Scotland flanker Ben Muncaster has become the latest player to sign a new deal with Edinburgh, describing the decision as a "no-br…
Josh Raisey
19 Dec 2024, 7:06
Glasgow coach jumps to defence of McDowall who faces possible huge ban
Glasgow have expressed disappointment at a citing lodged against centre Stafford McDowall for allegedly making contact with the ey…
Bryn Palmer
18 Dec 2024, 10:02
Zebre put up for sale by Italian Rugby Federation
The Italian Rugby Federation (FIR) has expressed its intention to sell its 100 per cent stake in United Rugby Championship outfit …
Josh Raisey
18 Dec 2024, 8:32
'World-class' Scotland prop Zander Fagerson signs new Glasgow deal
Scotland tighthead prop Zander Fagerson has extended his stay with the United Rugby Championship winners Glasgow Warriors with a "…
Josh Raisey
18 Dec 2024, 5:43
Munster continue to secure backroom staff after reshuffle
Munster skills and assistant attack coach Mossy Lawler has followed in the footsteps of fellow coaches Denis Leamy and Mike Prende…
Josh Raisey
17 Dec 2024, 8:32
James Ryan to stay in Ireland beyond World Cup after signing new deal
Ireland and Leinster lock James Ryan has signed a new deal with the Irish Rugby Football Union until the end of the 2027/28 season…
Josh Raisey
17 Dec 2024, 5:05
Ospreys part ways with head coach Toby Booth
Toby Booth has left his role as head coach of the Ospreys with immediate effect.
Josh Raisey
17 Dec 2024, 2:31
Zebre Parma stand on the brink of oblivion
The Federazione Italiana Rugby will decide Zebre Parma's future in a meeting scheduled for tomorrow, but it seems the Parma-based …
Francisco Isaac
16 Dec 2024, 10:31
Tadgh Furlong to stay in Ireland with new IRFU deal
Tadhg Furlong has committed his future to Irish rugby by signing a two-year contract extension with the IRFU, keeping him with Ire…
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2024, 3:01
Scotland international Matt Currie to stay at Edinburgh
Scotland international Matt Currie has signed a new two-year deal with Edinburgh Rugby ahead of their EPCR Challenge Cup match aga…
Ian Cameron
12 Dec 2024, 7:00
Duhan van der Merwe explains why he has agreed new Edinburgh deal
The prolific 29-year-old winger was a major target for La Rochelle and several other cash-rich Top 14 outfits with his current con…
Interview
Bryn Palmer
11 Dec 2024, 2:30
Edinburgh fend off Premiership suitors with new Freddy Douglas deal
Teenage Scotland flanker Freddy Douglas has revealed why he has turned down Premiership high-fliers Bristol Bears to sign his firs…
Bryn Palmer
04 Dec 2024, 2:30
Wales flanker Ollie Griffiths announces immediate retirement aged 29
Dragons flanker Ollie Griffiths has announced his immediate retirement from rugby on medical grounds at the age of 29.
Josh Raisey
03 Dec 2024, 5:25
Super Rugby-winning boss Chris Boyd joins Munster
Munster and the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) have announced the appointment of Chris Boyd as the province's new performance c…
Josh Raisey
03 Dec 2024, 3:48
Bulls Rugby Director urges Springbok to 'stay away from the buffet'
White, the former Springboks coach from 2004-2007 who won the Rugby World cup in his final year, spoke about the physical shape th…
Henry Lee
02 Dec 2024, 20:27
Stephen Archer one of two new Munster deals but record will escape him
Munster tighthead prop Stephen Archer has signed a contract extension with the province alongside centre Alex Nankivell.
Josh Raisey
02 Dec 2024, 9:23
Ross Byrne stalls as 2 other Ireland stars on market in France
Out-of-favour Ireland fly-half Ross Byrne is keeping Top 14 big spenders Montpeiller waiting for a decision on the contract offer …
Neil Fissler
02 Dec 2024, 4:41
'It’s very hostile. It feels like they are all against you'
It’s now a magnificent seven for league leaders Leinster who just keep on winning. You wondered if they might finally have found…
Simon Thomas
01 Dec 2024, 7:54
Edinburgh hold off Benetton’s second-half fightback to return to winning ways
Edinburgh were made to work against Benetton as they held on for a thrilling 50-33 victory in one of the most entertaining games o…
PA
30 Nov 2024, 14:45
Munster end three-match losing run in URC with Lions victory
Munster returned to winning ways in the United Rugby Championship a month on from Graham Rowntree’s departure with a 17-10 victo…
PA
30 Nov 2024, 14:39
Cardiff ease to 19th successive victory over struggling Dragons
.Callum Sheedy scored 16 points as Cardiff recorded their 19th consecutive victory over Dragons in a 31-23 triumph.
PA
30 Nov 2024, 12:21
Bulls leave Connacht with maximum points after red card frenzy
Connacht were left to rue Sean Jansen’s 21st-minute red card as they fell to a 28-14 defeat to the Vodacom Bulls in their BKT Un…
PA
30 Nov 2024, 11:53
Bok-laden Sharks edge out Stormers to claim third successive win
Sharks made it three successive United Rugby Championship victories by beating Stormers 21-15 in Durban.
PA
30 Nov 2024, 9:53
Fissler Confidential: Willie le Roux will leave Bulls
Fissler Confidential reported last week that the two-time Rugby World Cup winner had been spotted in Bath where Johann van Graan i…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
30 Nov 2024, 1:19
Leinster score late to keep perfect record alive at Ulster's expense
United Rugby Championship leaders Leinster made it seven wins from seven as a late try from James Culhane allowed them to defeat U…
PA
29 Nov 2024, 14:38
Duncan Weir outshoots Ioan Lloyd for slim Glasgow win over Scarlets
A Duncan Weir penalty helped Glasgow seal a 17-15 United Rugby Championship win over Scarlets at Scotstoun.
PA
29 Nov 2024, 14:08
Plumtree packs 8 Boks into Sharks team for URC clash with Stormers
Having beaten Glasgow and Munster in the last two rounds, the Sharks will be looking to complete a hat-trick of victories over URC…
Simon Thomas
29 Nov 2024, 7:58
'I am feeling good': Josh Adams set for long-awaited return
After six months on the sidelines, Wales wing Josh Adams can’t wait to step out at a “pumping” Arms Park for the derby day c…
Simon Thomas
29 Nov 2024, 7:45
New Dragons boss Filo Tiatia on fixing perennial URC strugglers
Few overseas players have made a bigger impact in Welsh rugby over the past couple of decades than Filo Tiatia.
Interview
Simon Thomas
29 Nov 2024, 2:52
Premiership rivals enter tug of war over Bulls prop Mornay Smith
Gloucester are set to go head-to-head with West Country rivals Bristol Bears in the race to land Blue Bulls tighthead Mornay Smith…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
28 Nov 2024, 5:59
Scotland's Stafford McDowall caps landmark month with new deal
Scotland centre Stafford McDowall has signed a new deal with United Rugby Championship winners Glasgow Warriors.
Josh Raisey
27 Nov 2024, 7:44
Paul O'Connell has had his say on the Munster head coach vacancy
Rowntree, the 2023 URC title-winning boss, left the role following a difficult start of the 2024/25 season in which the Irish prov…
Liam Heagney
27 Nov 2024, 0:39
Munster coaching staff begins to take shape in post-Rowntree era
Munster attack coach Mike Prendergast has followed in the footsteps of defence coach Denis Leamy by signing a two-year contract ex…
Josh Raisey
26 Nov 2024, 6:56
Munster make announcement on Denis Leamy's future amid coaching exodus
Munster defence coach Denis Leamy has signed a two-year contract extension with the province.
Josh Raisey
26 Nov 2024, 4:14
Munster turn to much-travelled coach to bolster backroom team
Highly-experienced former England international Alex Codling has joined Munster as a forwards coach consultant.
Jon Newcombe
25 Nov 2024, 8:46
Scottish Rugby set for huge Duhan van der Merwe shaped boost
Duhan van der Merwe is poised to give Scottish Rugby another boost by turning down a move to France when his contract runs out at …
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
25 Nov 2024, 3:49
Munster have lost another coach with immediate effect
Ahead of the league’s resumption next week following its Autumn Nations Series break, Munster will go in against the Lions in Li…
Liam Heagney
22 Nov 2024, 11:25
Two props signed short term as Munster turn to home and South Africa
The Irish province, who got rid of head coach Graham Rowntree last month after just two wins in six league matches this season, ar…
Liam Heagney
20 Nov 2024, 9:46
Ulster confirm new deals for two Ireland internationals
Ulster have announced that captain Iain Henderson and hooker Rob Herring have signed new deals with the province.
Josh Raisey
20 Nov 2024, 8:15
Leo Cullen signs new Leinster deal
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has signed a new deal with the IRFU, extending his stay with the club until 2027.
Josh Raisey
20 Nov 2024, 3:34
Four Ireland players in Leinster 'A' squad for Connacht Eagles
Leinster Rugby has named its 'A' squad to face Connacht Eagles in the first round of the IRFU 'A' Interpro Championship at Creggs …
Ian Cameron
15 Nov 2024, 5:30
Scotland's Gregor Townsend confirms Tom Jordan Glasgow exit
Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has confirmed that Glasgow fly-half Tom Jordan has accepted an offer to move to Bristol, as pe…
PA
14 Nov 2024, 8:46
Munster confirm the signing of an Irish rugby legend's son
The Wood name has been synonymous with Irish rugby over the years, hooker Keith Wood following in the footsteps of his prop father…
Liam Heagney
13 Nov 2024, 3:45
Fast start to Scotland career leads to Premiership interest for Jordan
Bristol Bears want to end their search for a new fly-half by offering newly capped Scotland international Tom Jordan around £300,…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
13 Nov 2024, 1:49
Premiership giants to battle Montpellier for Leinster's Ross Byrne
The 29-year-old Byrne has slipped down the pecking order with Leo Cullen’s runaway United Rugby Championship leaders, this seaso…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
08 Nov 2024, 2:07
'I'm relieved' - Sione Tuipulotu pens new Glasgow deal, explains why
Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu has handed Glasgow and national coach Gregor Townsend a major fillip by resisting the overtures o…
Bryn Palmer
07 Nov 2024, 8:14
Wales lock Adam Beard set to leave the Ospreys
Adam Beard is poised to confirm that he is leaving Ospreys at the end of the season and is on the brink of confirming that he is s…
Neil Fissler
07 Nov 2024, 1:28
South African URC side deny explosive Duhan van der Merwe rumours
The Stormers have denied that they have joined a clutch of Top 14 clubs who are hoping to sign Scotland and Lions ace Duhan van de…
Neil Fissler
03 Nov 2024, 5:14
Dragons RFC: Dai Flanagan second URC coach axed after just six games
Dragons RFC has confirmed the departure of head coach Dai Flanagan - effective immediately - following a 'mutual agreement' after …
Ian Cameron
02 Nov 2024, 3:16
Ronan O'Gara breaks silence on the Munster head coach vacancy
Corkman O’Gara was the out-half when Munster won the Heineken European Cup in 2006 and 2008 and has been frequently linked with …
Liam Heagney
01 Nov 2024, 3:40
Rugby needs football-like transfer system says SA Rugby boss
Rugby union's future might depend on adopting a transfer system more akin to football- that's according to SA Rugby chief executiv…
Ian Cameron
31 Oct 2024, 9:50
Clear favourite emerges for Munster job amid Graham Rowntree exit
Rowntree left Munster after leading them to a fourth defeat in the opening six games of the United Rugby Championship season again…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
31 Oct 2024, 5:32
Leinster raid Cardiff to bolster Leo Cullen's staff
It was August 1 when the Irish province advertised the vacancy, a recruitment opening that had O’Donnell taking to LinkedIn to e…
Liam Heagney
29 Oct 2024, 7:23
Munster confirm shock exit of head coach Graham Rowntree
Away defeats at Leinster, Stormers and Sharks in recent weeks left Munster in 12th place in the 16-team tournament and their admin…
Liam Heagney
29 Oct 2024, 4:02
Mid-table Sharks make plea: 'Cut us some slack'
The Sharks are clearly a different team when all their top Springboks are available and everyone knows it.
Warren Fortune
27 Oct 2024, 12:40
Callum Sheedy: 'We have spoken about making the city proud of us'
Welsh rugby enjoyed its most successful weekend in the league for more than three years amid a hat-trick of victories for the Scar…
Simon Thomas
27 Oct 2024, 9:00
Leinster boss Leo Cullen: 'We've used 47 players'
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen admits to being pleased with bagging a total of 29 out of 30 competition points in the opening six …
Ian Cameron
27 Oct 2024, 3:56
Dragons fail to fire as Connacht run in five tries for win
Replacement Matthew Devine’s last-minute intercept try topped off a comfortable 31-7 United Rugby Championship win for Connacht …
PA
26 Oct 2024, 14:15
Ulster squander commanding lead as Cardiff complete feverish comeback
.Cardiff produced a remarkable second-half turnaround to stun Ulster 21-19 at a raucous Arms Park in the United Rugby Championship…
PA
26 Oct 2024, 13:42
Leinster tame the Lions to go six from six to start the season
.Leinster made it six wins in a row in the United Rugby Championship this season with a dogged 24-6 triumph over Lions at the Aviv…
PA
26 Oct 2024, 12:15
Lions player ratings vs Leinster | 2024/25 URC
The Lions' unbeaten start to the season came to an abrupt end this afternoon as they fell 24 - 6 to Leinster at the Aviva Stadium.
Opinion
Philip Bendon
26 Oct 2024, 11:30
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