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Ian Cameron

A seasoned journalist with over two decades of experience in both news and sports journalism. He has broken front-page stories for national newspapers and his articles have featured in The Sunday Times, The Irish Mail on Sunday, NZ Herald, The Sun, UK Daily Mail, The Mirror, Film Ireland and Rugby365, among others. Outside of journalism, Ian holds a master's degree in Film Studies from UCD and has produced and executive produced several rugby documentaries. Based in Ireland. 

Ed Slater: 'Ultimately I can't win but I will fight... Hope is not lost'
Former Gloucester and England second row Ed Slater has said he will 'fight with everything' after it was revealed that he has diag…
Ian Cameron
22 Jul 2022, 6:53
Sighting of Will Skelton's enormous rugby playing brother goes viral
A sighting of a giant rugby player - understood to be Will Skelton's younger brother Cameron - has gone viral on social media.
Ian Cameron
22 Jul 2022, 12:19
Vermeulen is back as Springboks axe 2 players from 41-man squad
Duane Vermeulen has returned to the Springboks camp as Jacques Nienaber named his 41-man squad for the upcoming Rugby Championship…
Ian Cameron
23 Jul 2022, 3:53
Ronan O'Gara on the 'difficult conundrum' facing Ciaran Frawley
Ireland great Ronan O'Gara believes that Irish utility back Ciaran Frawley faces a difficult decision if he wants to pursue a Test…
Ian Cameron
23 Jul 2022, 11:24
What hit Rassie Rrasmus 'the hardest' during ongoing ban
Springboks director of rugby Rassie Erasmus is very much an open book emotionally and it is in that vein that he has revealed what…
Ian Cameron
24 Jul 2022, 4:48
Former Ireland forward copped 2 year ban for use of anabolic agent
It has been revealed that former Ireland second row Dan Tuohy was banned for two years after testing positive for the use of an an…
Ian Cameron
24 Jul 2022, 6:21
'Rugby then was better' - Former Springbok laments modern game
Former Springbok Dan van Zyl has added his name to a list of players who voiced their descent at the direction the game has gone i…
Ian Cameron
24 Jul 2022, 9:23
Newcastle Falcons statement: RFU investigation
Newcastle Falcons have issued a statement after it was revealed that the club was the subject of an ongoing investigation followin…
Ian Cameron
24 Jul 2022, 9:45
Tom Varndell to play again in what will be his 11th club
Tom Varndell isn't quite ready to hang up his boots just yet, with news that the 36-year-old is set to play for Oxford Harlequins …
Ian Cameron
25 Jul 2022, 6:52
'Staggeringly bad look from SANZAAR' - New TRC card trial slammed
SANZAAR are under fire from concussion advocates Progressive Rugby after it was confirmed that the 20-minute red card will be use…
Ian Cameron
28 Jul 2022, 5:31
Polledri 'is back' after nearly two years on sidelines
Gloucester have re-signed Italian international Jake Polledri after the backrow spent nearly two years on the sidelines following …
Ian Cameron
28 Jul 2022, 6:51
'Foster can't survive this' - Social media bells toll for All Blacks boss
The rising tide of critics calling for All Blacks head coach Ian Foster to be axed by the NZR has raised another octave following …
Ian Cameron
16 Jul 2022, 7:43
'It's madness. It's undefendable' - Ireland prop's yellow infuriates NZ
A yellow card for Ireland loosehead Andrew Porter for head-high collision with New Zealand's Brodie Retallick has gone down like a…
Ian Cameron
16 Jul 2022, 3:47
Current crop of All Blacks have lost physical edge claims former Ireland six
Former Ireland back row Stephen Ferris believes that this generation of All Blacks don't have the physical edge of former New Zeal…
Ian Cameron
15 Jul 2022, 10:02
Glasgow Warriors sign Lions prop Dell
Glasgow Warriors have signed British and Irish Lion and Scotland international prop Allan Dell, who has joined the club ahead of t…
Ian Cameron
15 Jul 2022, 5:54
Fijian lock Leone Nakarawa has found a new club
Leone Nakarawa has a new club - with Castres Olympique revealing that they have signed the talented Fijian in a surprise coup.
Ian Cameron
14 Jul 2022, 15:02
'He's a cheap shot merchant. Always has been. He's obviously a liar as well'
It's fair to say that former Ireland back row Stephan Ferris and former England hooker Dylan Hartley never quite saw eye-to-eye on…
Ian Cameron
14 Jul 2022, 11:31
'Put me in the same bracket as Richie McCaw? That is a compliment'
Former Scotland Ryan Wilson believes Peter O'Mahony's sledge of All Blacks captain Sam Cane last weekend was in fact a compliment.
Ian Cameron
14 Jul 2022, 9:31
Faf de Klerk's not so shock axeing explained
South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber has explained why he has decided to select Jaden Hendrikse ahead of Springboks stalwart F…
Ian Cameron
12 Jul 2022, 11:29
Head of Rugby Europe takes swipe at current Test landscape
President of Rugby Europe Octavian Morariu has implied that he doesn't hold out much hope for an increased frequency in Test match…
Ian Cameron
12 Jul 2022, 6:42
England rugby player arrested on suspicion of rape won't face charges
A former England rugby player who was arrested on suspicion of the rape of a teenage girl will not be charged over the incident.
Ian Cameron
11 Jul 2022, 11:54
Former captain claims England are 'spoilt for choice'
Former England captain Dylan Hartley believes that England are 'spoilt for choice' when it comes to squad depth.
Ian Cameron
11 Jul 2022, 10:09
'You can't say it was a fair fight': All Black's qualifed praise for Ireland
All Blacks legend Jeff Wilson was tempered in his praise for Ireland after their historic first win over the men in black on New Z…
Ian Cameron
11 Jul 2022, 8:02
LNR renew free-to-air deal after millions watch Top 14 final
The Ligue Nationale du Rugby (LNR) have confirmed the renewal of its contract with France Télévisions for the free-to-air broadc…
Ian Cameron
11 Jul 2022, 6:23
Leinster face battle to hold on to Lancaster
Irish giants Leinster appear to have a battle on their hands if they want to keep senior coach Stuart Lancaster.
Ian Cameron
11 Jul 2022, 3:27
France take No.1 spot as All Blacks sink to lowest ever rank
Fabien Galthie's France will officially become the best team in the world tomorrow when World Rugby update their rankings tomorrow…
Ian Cameron
10 Jul 2022, 10:30
Growing calls for All Blacks to axe 'liability' Sam Cane
Calls for Sam Cane to be axed as captain of the All Blacks are growing this weekend following the All Blacks' first-ever loss to I…
Ian Cameron
10 Jul 2022, 5:56
'Who butchered that?' - Ian Foster panned over All Blacks blunder
All Blacks head coach Ian Foster was panned by many over a critical personnel blunder, which lead to the best player in the first …
Ian Cameron
09 Jul 2022, 11:50
England's Maro Itoje out of series decider
England second-row Maro Itoje will play no part in the Australia tour series decider in Sydney next weekend.
Ian Cameron
09 Jul 2022, 10:36
Ref mic picks up Peter O'Mahony's choice remarks for Sam Cane
Some six years after their first victory over the mighty All Blacks, Ireland dominated a Test to walk away with a series saving 23…
Ian Cameron
09 Jul 2022, 9:55
Zebre sign Kriel from the Bulls
Zebre Parma have signed Richard Kriel from the Bulls, the Italian club have confirmed. The fullback has signed a one year contract…
Ian Cameron
08 Jul 2022, 10:08
Boks' 'disrespectful' selection and four other 2nd Test talking points
Wales and world champions South Africa look set for a titanic second-Test encounter in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
Ian Cameron
08 Jul 2022, 5:29
Jersey Reds and Jersey RFC separation approved by RFU
The RFU have given the green light to the separation of the Jersey Reds and Jersey RFC, as the latter looks to compete as a separa…
Ian Cameron
08 Jul 2022, 4:42
Johnny Sexton's 'phantom' concussion causes confusion
Jonny Sexton's selection for Ireland for the second Test in Dunedin following an apparent head knock in the first Test against New…
Ian Cameron
07 Jul 2022, 5:56
Greenwood wants Smith-Farrell axis binned, Woodward explains why it can't be
One of the biggest talking points to come out of England's first Test defeat to the Wallabies in Perth is whether or not the Marcu…
Ian Cameron
04 Jul 2022, 11:53
Kicking legend a new face at Bristol as Lam confirms coaching ticket
Bristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam has named kicking guru Dave Alred among three confirmed appointments as the club revealed …
Ian Cameron
04 Jul 2022, 8:53
Another Springbok family hit by drowning tragedy
A third Springbok family has been hit by a drowning tragedy in the space of less than a year.
Ian Cameron
04 Jul 2022, 5:14
Ireland suggest Johnny Sexton didn't fail HIA
Johnny Sexton could yet make the second Test against the All Blacks after Ireland head coach Andy Farrell revealed that the Leinst…
Ian Cameron
02 Jul 2022, 8:11
'Lucky boy' - Questionable Scott Barrett incident under the spotlight
A questionable clearout by Scott Barrett in the dying moments of the All Blacks' emphatic victory over Ireland in Auckland could s…
Ian Cameron
02 Jul 2022, 4:48
Johnny Sexton to miss second Test against the All Blacks
Veteran Ireland flyhalf Johnny Sexton will now miss the second Test against the All Blacks as per new World Rugby protocols introd…
Ian Cameron
02 Jul 2022, 3:28
La Rochelle confirm 8 new signings including Thomas and Dillane
Heineken Champions Cup title holders La Rochelle have confirmed that they have signed France winger Teddy Thomas from Racing 92 an…
Ian Cameron
01 Jul 2022, 11:41
Leicester add 6 internationals to list of 14 players departing Welford Road
Leicester Tigers have published their 'leavers list' and it includes no less than six internationals.
Ian Cameron
01 Jul 2022, 7:44
Leicester Tigers release Springbok back row Marco van Staden
Leicester Tigers have confirmed that the club has 'agreed terms' with Marco van Staden, which will see the Springbok released from…
Ian Cameron
01 Jul 2022, 7:04
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed they've released Will Witty
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that the club has agreed to release second row Will Witty from his contract with the Gallagher Premie…
Ian Cameron
01 Jul 2022, 5:02
Sam Burgess takes fresh swing at English rugby and Jamie Roberts
Former NRL star Sam Burgess has taken a fresh swipe at English rugby and Wales centre Jamie Roberts in an appearance on the Austra…
Ian Cameron
27 Jun 2022, 8:11
Dragons RFC - Welsh region are now 'a club' as rebrand revealed
The Dragons will henceforth be known as 'Dragons RFC' as the Welsh URC side unveiled its new branding and identity.
Ian Cameron
27 Jun 2022, 7:41
Spain's RWC appeal is dead as World Rugby refuse to admit new evidence
A Spanish appeal of World Rugby's decision to disqualify them from Rugby World Cup in France next over the use of an ineligible pl…
Ian Cameron
27 Jun 2022, 6:37
Edinburgh sign Scotland qualified Nick Auterac
Edinburgh have confirmed the signing of Scotland qualified former England U20s prop Nick Auterac from Northampton Saints.
Ian Cameron
27 Jun 2022, 4:32
Wallabies resigned to losing Tupou as England Test beckons
The Wallabies look like they are likely to be without star tighthead Taniela Tupou - who according to the Sydney Morning Herald, i…
Ian Cameron
26 Jun 2022, 9:41
'I think it's awful' - Social reacts to leaked images of Dragons rebrand
Welsh rugby circles has been reacting to leaked images of what appears to be a rebrand by Welsh URC outfit Dragons.
Ian Cameron
25 Jun 2022, 10:11
Evan Roos completes URC award haul with Player of the Season gong
Stormers No.8 Evan Roos has won the United Rugby Championship Player of the Season Award, his fourth URC award of what has been a …
Ian Cameron
24 Jun 2022, 7:18
NZ advertising campaign set to mock Irish rugby team
A tongue-in-cheek advertising campaign is reportedly set to mock the Irish rugby team when they arrive in New Zealand for their th…
Ian Cameron
23 Jun 2022, 10:15
The British & Irish Lions player scapegoated for Boks series loss
Rugby matches can pivot on the smallest of moments and the British and Irish Lions tours are no different.
Ian Cameron
23 Jun 2022, 8:53
Romain Ntamack walk-off is the talk of French rugby
Romain Ntamack wasn't in the mood for being magnaimous after Toulouse were dumped out of the Top 14 title race by underdogs Castre…
Ian Cameron
20 Jun 2022, 12:39
England name 32-man U20s squad for Six Nations Summer Series
Head coach Alan Dickens has named his 32-man Engand U20s squad for the Six Nations Under-20 Summer Series in Italy.
Ian Cameron
20 Jun 2022, 8:17
Is it legal to back heel a conversion in rugby?
Rugby has a funny relationship with the back of the heel. It's an outlaw practice in the game which in many instances explicitly f…
Ian Cameron
20 Jun 2022, 7:31
The 9 significant omissions from England's touring party
Leaving aside the raft of injuries to key England players, there will be plenty of disappointment for fringe squad members who hav…
Ian Cameron
20 Jun 2022, 5:20
Australian ad tempts fate by going after England rugby fans
Australia has once again sought to stir the pot ahead of England's three Test series against the Wallabies in July - with Stan Spo…
Ian Cameron
19 Jun 2022, 6:37
England prop Ellis Genge racially abused
England prop Ellis Genge was racially abused on social media just hours after Leicester Tigers lifted the Gallagher Premiership ti…
Ian Cameron
19 Jun 2022, 4:55
Watch - Freddie Burns' paradoxical reaction to Prem final winning dropgoal
All the pre-game talk was about George Ford and Owen Farrell, but it was an England flyhalf of an older vintage that stole show in…
Ian Cameron
18 Jun 2022, 12:44
Leicester player ratings vs Saracens | Gallagher Premiership final
Ian Cameron
18 Jun 2022, 11:17
George Kruis isn't that bothered to be playing final game of rugby
The ex-England and Saracens lock will hang up his boots after a final run-out against his former international team-mates.
Ian Cameron
18 Jun 2022, 3:44
Elton Jantjies cleared to fly for Boks over flight incident
South African prosecutors have withdrawn their case against Springbok flyhalf Elton Jantjies following an incident on a plane last…
Ian Cameron
17 Jun 2022, 7:20
'It's not about revenge' - Bulls name team for URC Final
DoR Jake White has named an unchanged Bulls side for United Rugby Championship Grand Final against the Stormers.
Ian Cameron
17 Jun 2022, 6:55
Jersey Reds sign three Premiership players and a Munster centre
The Jersey Reds have confirmed the signing of five players ahead of the 2022/23 season, including two Premiership players and a Mu…
Ian Cameron
17 Jun 2022, 4:37
Is height playing a role in Premiership salaries?
Yesterday an official Premiership Ltd salary report revealed the average pay by position in rugby union and while some of the posi…
Ian Cameron
16 Jun 2022, 8:04
Leinster confirm signing of former All Black Charlie Ngatai
Leinster have confirmed the signing of former All Black centre Charlie Ngatai from European Challenge Cup winners, Lyon.
Ian Cameron
16 Jun 2022, 5:13
Bok and Italy pair released from contracts by Benetton
Benetton have confirmed that both Luca Morisi and Andries Coetzee have both been been granted an early release from their contract…
Ian Cameron
13 Jun 2022, 7:38
Jackman posits interesting theory as to why Leinster's season flopped
The Bulls 27 - 26 victory over Leinster on Friday night blew apart the established URC pecking order and there will have been plen…
Ian Cameron
12 Jun 2022, 11:12
Danny Care set for shock England re-call - reports
Harlequins scrumhalf Danny Care is apparently set to receive a shock England re-call by head coach Eddie Jones, four years since h…
Ian Cameron
12 Jun 2022, 9:57
Claims Owen Farrell on end of cheap-shot punch to face
The Saracens Harelquins Gallagher Premiership semi-final didn't fail to deliver in terms of intensity at the Stone X Stadium and O…
Ian Cameron
12 Jun 2022, 6:51
Racing 92 swoop for 6'8, 130kg Veikoso Poloniati - report
Racing 92 seems to have successfully lured another massive body to Paris, in the shape of New Zealand second row Veikoso Poloniati…
Ian Cameron
12 Jun 2022, 5:57
Wales face anxious wait over injured Dan Biggar
Wales are facing an anxious wait over the fitness of captain Dan Biggar, who was injured in Northmapton Saints' Gallagher Premiers…
Ian Cameron
12 Jun 2022, 5:16
'I thought Alex had a sense of humour': Powell responds to Cuthbert
Former Wales No.8 Andy Powell has responded to critcism from his former teammate - Alex Cuthbert - who said he had 'wiped his hand…
Ian Cameron
11 Jun 2022, 13:09
Vermeulen the major Boks casualty as World Cup winner dropped
Ulster No.8 Duane Vermeulen appears to be the big name casualty as Springboks head coach Jacques Nienaber named his 43-man squad f…
Ian Cameron
11 Jun 2022, 11:30
Brive sign Springboks prop Van der Merwe
Top 14 side Brive have confirmed that they have captured some time Springboks prop Marcel van der Merwe from London Irish.
Ian Cameron
11 Jun 2022, 9:01
The England phonecall that was final straw for Christian Wade
Former England and Wasps winger Christian Wade admits his frustration with England selection got to the point where he didn't even…
Ian Cameron
10 Jun 2022, 13:13
Joe Marler says he'll walk away from rugby if he misses RWC
England prop Joe Marler has said he will walk away from rugby if he fails to be included in Eddie Jones' England plans for the Rug…
Ian Cameron
10 Jun 2022, 5:01
Eddie Butler thinks Welsh rugby should divorce URC
Eddie Butler has thrown the cat among the pigeons by suggesting that Welsh rugby might be best placed to walk away from the United…
Ian Cameron
10 Jun 2022, 4:08
Clermont confirm 7 signings including a Wallaby and a Puma
ASM Clermont have confirmed the capture of seven players ahead of the 2022/23 Top 14 season, including a Wallaby, a French interna…
Ian Cameron
09 Jun 2022, 12:06
Why Alex Cuthbert no longer speaks to Andy Powell
Ospreys and Wales winger Alex Cuthbert admits he 'has no time' for players turned commentators who dish it out to their former tea…
Ian Cameron
09 Jun 2022, 9:12
The one glaring omission from Eddie Jones' England squad
While none of the players from the Gallagher Premiership top four sides feature in Eddie Jones 35-man due to the playoffs, it's th…
Ian Cameron
06 Jun 2022, 8:14
England could yet win battle for dual-qualified Regan Grace
Super League flyer Regan Grace could yet be set on a path to England Rugby as Gallagher Premiership clubs circle the rugby league …
Ian Cameron
06 Jun 2022, 5:58
SA Rugby statement: Rassie Erasmus Twitter account
SA Rugby have issued a statement confirming that Springboks director of rugby Rassie Erasmus is not in control of his Twitter acco…
Ian Cameron
05 Jun 2022, 14:30
Erasmus claims Twitter hack part of Springboks smear campaign
Springboks director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has called out the person who hacked his Twitter account and retweeted a pornographic …
Ian Cameron
05 Jun 2022, 4:05
'Abject... shocking at times' - Ire mixed with relief as Munster's Van Graan era ends
Any hope that Johann van Graan might have been holding to that he could end his thoroughly mediocre rein as Munster head coach on …
Ian Cameron
04 Jun 2022, 7:28
Erasmus' latest Twitter mess is maybe the most shocking yet
Springboks director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has been left red-faced this morning after his Twitter account retweeted explicit cont…
Ian Cameron
04 Jun 2022, 4:54
Austin Gilgronis disqualified from MLR playoffs
Major League Rugby (MLR) has announced that the Austin Gilgronis have been disqualified from the end-of-season playoffs after viol…
Ian Cameron
03 Jun 2022, 9:52
International trio to play final game for Bristol
A trio of internationals are set for their final Bristol Bears bow after being named in the squad that is set to play Sale this we…
Ian Cameron
03 Jun 2022, 6:18
Toulon to let former French international's contract expire
Toulon are set to let former French international turned coach Julien Dupuy depart the club.
Ian Cameron
03 Jun 2022, 5:13
Jake White's Bulls boom reflected in attendances
The entry of the Bulls into the United Rugby Championship (URC) has seen a boom in ticket sales, despite the franchise only being …
Ian Cameron
02 Jun 2022, 12:34
The thing that 'p****d' James O'Connor off at Toulon
Wallabies playmaker James O'Connor has been reflecting on his time in Europe and admits to certain selection frustrations while at…
Ian Cameron
02 Jun 2022, 8:42
'It was ****ed' - The bus seizures that changed James O'Connor
Wallabies flyhalf James O'Connor has revisited the Toulon bus incident that acted as the first of a series of 'wake-up calls' for …
Ian Cameron
02 Jun 2022, 6:04
It's official: Christian Wade eyeing rugby return
Former Wasps flyer Christian Wade has confirmed he's eyeing up a return to rugby after getting cut by the Buffalo Bills.
Ian Cameron
23 May 2022, 12:04
Two key Leinster players face race against time for Marseille
Two of Leinster biggest names are being 'continually assessed' ahead of the province's Heineken Champions Cup final this weekend a…
Ian Cameron
23 May 2022, 8:34
'It's unfortunate it's been leaked' - Welsh axe fears addressed in TV interview
Welsh Rugby Union performance director Nigel Walker has heavily hinted that none of the country's four regions will be cut.
Ian Cameron
23 May 2022, 8:04
'This is the worst performance by the team since I took over, no doubt'
Blitzbok coach Neil Powell has vented his frustrations after his side crashed out of the HSBC France Sevens tournament in Toulouse…
Ian Cameron
23 May 2022, 4:38
England call up three players after brutal Premiership weekend
Eddie Jones has been forced to call up a trio of players into his England training squad after a brutal weekend of Gallagher Premi…
Ian Cameron
22 May 2022, 12:52
How Nigel Owens would have reffed farcical Sevens try that's gone viral
Retired referee Nigel Owens has spoken out about the controversial try at the Toulouse Sevens in France which has blown up online,…
Ian Cameron
22 May 2022, 11:47
England hooker Dolly facing months out of the game
England hooker Nic Dolly is facing months out of the game after suffering a horrendous knee injury against Newcastle Falcons yeste…
Ian Cameron
22 May 2022, 6:18
'Unsportsmanlike ' - Controversial scenes as England and Argentina stall play
There were controversial scenes in Toulouse today as England and Argentina Sevens players found themselves in a bizarre situation,…
Ian Cameron
21 May 2022, 11:21
'There's a hint of censorship... but I promise you didn't want to see the replay'
BT Sport commentator Nick Mullins has said that the broadcaster didn't show the replay of Elliott Stooke's leg injury during last …
Ian Cameron
21 May 2022, 6:35
'Shambolic' Cardiff shredded as Dai Young gives players ultimatum
Cardiff head coach Dai Young has branded his side's thrashing at the hands of Benetton Treviso as “just wasn’t good enough for…
Ian Cameron
21 May 2022, 4:59
Eight internationals among 20 players Dragons confirm are leaving
Dragons have confirmed a mass exodus of players from the club which now amounts to a total of 20 athletes since the season began.
Ian Cameron
20 May 2022, 11:49
Saracens make one change as they roll out big guns for semi-final tilt
Saracens have named a full-strength side as they seek to secure a home semi-final with a win over Northampton Saints.
Ian Cameron
20 May 2022, 6:49
The on-field incident 10 years ago that's still a no go for Marcell Coetzee
Ulster scrumhalf John Cooney has described what it is like to play with former Springboks and current Bulls No.8 Marcell Coetzee -…
Ian Cameron
20 May 2022, 6:18
Eddie Jones accused of 'disrespecting' English rugby
England head coach Eddie Jones has been accused of disrespecting English rugby by openly talking about potential coaching gigs in …
Ian Cameron
20 May 2022, 4:54
Why John Cooney never really 'felt part' of Leinster
Ireland scrumhalf John Cooney admits that he never quite felt part of Leinster in the same way he has done at fellow Irish provinc…
Interview
Ian Cameron
19 May 2022, 9:15
Bristol confirm 16 players that have re-signed for club
Bristol Bears have released the names of sixteen players who have committed their future to the Gallagher Premiership side.
Ian Cameron
16 May 2022, 13:29
The MLR franchise hoovering up South African schoolboy talent
Major League Rugby's Houston SaberCats are increasingly turning to South African talent to fill their roster - and it's all thanks…
Ian Cameron
16 May 2022, 8:55
England scrumhalf reveals image of leg after latest '4G' game
England international Dan Robson has posted images of the damage done to his legs after his most recent game on a '4G' pitch.
Ian Cameron
16 May 2022, 6:04
Lions boss Warren Gatland linked to 'monstrous' Test role
British & Irish Lions supremo Warren Gatland has been linked to the head coach role at the US Eagles.
Ian Cameron
16 May 2022, 5:12
Springboks flyhalf Elton Jantjies arrested - reports
Springboks flyhalf Elton Jantjies has reportedly been arrested at an airport in South Africa - according to multiple local reports…
Ian Cameron
15 May 2022, 8:16
Watch: Toulon fans jeer Owen Farrell during Challenge Cup semi-final
Toulon supporters clearly have a different interpretation of 'respecting the kicker' judging by their reaction to Owen Farrell at …
Ian Cameron
14 May 2022, 15:50
Former All Black admits Leinster at 'international level'
Former All Black back row Jerome Kaino admits that Leinster are at 'international level' and that any side in the world would stru…
Ian Cameron
14 May 2022, 12:46
Six Nations sensation Capuozzo on why he signed for Toulouse
Italy's Guinness Six Nations sensation Ange Capuozzo has explained why he has chosen to sign for Toulouse, a move confirmed this w…
Ian Cameron
14 May 2022, 8:52
'I was petrified' - Shane Williams opens up about struggles
Wales great Shane Williams has opened up with struggles after retiring from professional rugby on an appearance on The Big Jim Sho…
Ian Cameron
14 May 2022, 5:10
Major blow for Fiji Sevens as they lose Jerry Tuwai
Double Olympic Games gold medalist Jerry Tuwai has been ruled out of the Fiji Sevens squad for their HSBC World Seris tournaments …
Ian Cameron
13 May 2022, 7:18
'Don't you ****ing look at Henry Slade. Don't even shake his hand'
White worked under Cheika in Wallabies camps at various stages between 2014 and 2019 and gave the RugbyPass Offload panel an insig…
Interview
Ian Cameron
13 May 2022, 6:38
What it's like to be hit by Hunter Paisami
Wallabies and Queensland Reds centre Hunter Paisami is maybe one of the hardest hitters in the modern game.
Ian Cameron
13 May 2022, 5:17
The 5 Laws World Rugby will pass into use as of July 1st
World Rugby have confirmed that they have voted to introduce five recent trial Laws into full use across the sport as of July 1st.…
Ian Cameron
12 May 2022, 7:32
Sharks sign Springbok prospect Vincent Tshituka
The Cell C Sharks have confirmed the signing of Lions' back row Vincent Tshituka, arguably the break out star of the South African…
Ian Cameron
09 May 2022, 10:41
Edinburgh raid RFU Championship for 'immediate effect' signing
Edinburgh have confirmed the signing of loosehead prop Jamie Jack, who joins the club with immediate effect from English Champions…
Ian Cameron
09 May 2022, 8:57
Eddie Jones in 'discussions' with Racing 92 - reports
The French media are reporting that England head coach Eddie Jones has had 'discussions; with French giants Racing 92.
Ian Cameron
09 May 2022, 8:08
Bastareaud could be set for Toulon return - report
Former France centre and current Lyon No.8 Matthieu Bastareaud could be set for a return to Toulon - but as a coach.
Ian Cameron
09 May 2022, 6:46
'He rang me' - The phonecall that buried Etzebeth and Botha's beef
Eben Etzebeth has explained how he and former Springbok second row Bakkies Botha have buried the hatchet after their online beef e…
Ian Cameron
09 May 2022, 4:59
Ospreys boss Toby Booth questions URC's integrity
Ospreys boss Toby Booth has questioned the integrity of the United Rugby Championship (URC) after stating that the staging of the …
Ian Cameron
09 May 2022, 4:05
The All Black that hit Eben Etzebeth 'the hardest' he's been hit
Springboks enforcer Eben Etzebeth has revealed that a former All Blacks player hit him the hardest in his rugby career to date.
Ian Cameron
08 May 2022, 16:44
McGeechan wades in on potential axeing of Welsh region
Sir Ian McGeechan has waded in on the speculation that one of Wales' four regional sides to be binned next season.
Ian Cameron
08 May 2022, 6:22
Watch: Munster and Toulouse's epic penalty shootout in Dublin
Munster and Toulouse faced off in a nerve-wracking penalty shootout that decided their Heineken Champions Cup quarter-final today …
Ian Cameron
07 May 2022, 14:05
Samoan rugby player dies after jumping off bridge in France
A Samoan ProD2 player has died after jumping from a bridge in France on Friday, Montauban have confirmed.
Ian Cameron
07 May 2022, 12:16
Watch - Rees-Zammit smiles at Farrell after sensational solo try
Gloucester got a stark European reality check from perennial winners Saracens last night in the Challenge Cup, but it didn't stop …
Ian Cameron
07 May 2022, 8:30
WRU and regions issue joint statement in bid to ease fears
The WRU and the regions have issued a joint statement through the Professional Rugby Board (PRB) in an attempt to ease fears aroun…
Ian Cameron
07 May 2022, 5:22
Bulls sign Springboks star Sbu Nkosi
Bulls director of rugby Jake White has confirmed that the franchise have signed Springboks flyer Sbu Nkosi from the Sharks.
Ian Cameron
07 May 2022, 4:45
Departing Super League boss throws hat in rugby union ring
Outgoing Hull KR head coach Tony Smith has said he'd be open to making a switch to rugby union.
Ian Cameron
06 May 2022, 11:24
No Andrew Conway as Munster name side for Toulouse in Dublin
Andrew Conway didn't win his race for fitness ahead of Munster's vital Heineken Champions Cup clash with Toulouse at the Aviva Sta…
Ian Cameron
06 May 2022, 7:01
The trick Andy Goode pulled to help a young Alex Lozowski at Wasps
Saracens utility back Alex Lozowski has revealed how former England flyhalf Andy Goode helped him out financially when he was a yo…
Ian Cameron
06 May 2022, 6:10
Welsh legend Phil Bennett is 'unwell' and being cared for by family
Scarlets have issued a short statement as speculation mounts around the well-being of Wales legend Phil Bennett.
Ian Cameron
06 May 2022, 4:50
'The writing was on the wall. It was unsaid, but he knew and I knew'
As English rugby players go, Zack Henry has walked the road less travelled through the professional game.  
Interview
Ian Cameron
05 May 2022, 10:59
Scotland to field A team for first time in eight years against Chile
Scotland will be sending their A team to face Chile prior to their three Test series with Los Pumas in Argentina.
Ian Cameron
05 May 2022, 8:55
'Quite despicable' - World Rugby publish scathing text from Spain's eligibility scandal
World Rugby have taken the decision to issue the full written judgment in the case of Spain's recent points reduction that has led…
Ian Cameron
05 May 2022, 7:12
'I'll probably get hammered for saying this' - Claims Leicester are a hype job
Former Ireland head coach Eddie O'Sullivan believes Leinster should beat Leicester Tigers in the quarter-finals of the Heineken Ch…
Ian Cameron
05 May 2022, 5:44
Bristol Bears CEO heading to the exit - report
Long-serving Bristol Bears stalwart Mark Tainton is set to leave the Gallagher Premiership side - reportedly off the back of the g…
Ian Cameron
05 May 2022, 5:20
History suggests Leicester will have the edge over Leinster
EPCR statistics show that the home side's in this weekend's Heineken Champions Cup quarter-finals will enjoy a significant advanta…
Ian Cameron
02 May 2022, 7:27
'We should be relegated' - Bath fans vent after 'apalling, spineless' display
Bath fans have taken to social media to vent after suffering a humiliating defeat in their Gallagher Premiership debry match with …
Ian Cameron
01 May 2022, 9:02
Rassie Erasmus reveals 3 point plan to save rugby
Springboks director of rugby Rassie Erasmus says he wants World Rugby to introduce two referees as part of a three-point refereein…
Ian Cameron
01 May 2022, 5:58
Former rugby player becomes the heaviest athlete in the NFL
A former rugby player from Australia has become the heaviest player in the NFL after getting drafted by the Ravens in the fourth r…
Ian Cameron
30 Apr 2022, 14:45
'Some of those injuries I saw in rugby, I don't want to ever see again'
A former Springboks' team doctor says he was pressured to keep a player on the pitch despite a head injury during his time as the …
Interview
Ian Cameron
30 Apr 2022, 4:01
CVC deal will be a 'game changer' claim SA Rugby
SA Rugby have described its impending private equity deal with CVC as 'game changing'.
Ian Cameron
29 Apr 2022, 5:58
The British & Irish Lions tour saved South African Rugby
SA Rugby would have had to close its doors if were not for the British & Irish Lions tour last year.
Ian Cameron
29 Apr 2022, 5:17
Wallabies bad boy Latu might not return to Australia
Wallabies bad boy Tolu Latu might not be set for a return to rugby in Australia, contrary to reports in the French press this week…
Ian Cameron
29 Apr 2022, 4:07
Worcester sign Italian international Renato Giammarioli
Worcester Warriors have signed Italian back row Renato Giammarioli from Zebre - the club have confirmed.
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2022, 11:09
'You effing don't look like you want to play for England. You're fat, you're lazy'
England head coach Eddie Jones isn't one to mince his words, something Montpellier No.8 Zach Mercer found out firsthand before his…
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2022, 10:22
'Free eye lift' - England player posts graphic image of head injury
England player Jess Breach has posted a shot of the gruesome aftermath of a collision she was involved in her side's Tik Tok Women…
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2022, 8:36
Ronan Kelleher has been flown home by Leinster
Ireland hooker Ronan Kelleher has been flown home from South Africa by Leinster - a decision branded as precautionary by the provi…
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2022, 7:23
Brutal injury rules Wallabies prospect out for a year
A brutal knee injury will rule Waratahs fullback Will Harrisson out for a year - according to head coach Darren Coleman.
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2022, 5:46
'You'd have to be asked' - Shaun Edwards breaks silence on England
Highly rated France defence coach Shaun Edwards has revealed that he hasn't even been approached by the RFU regarding a role with …
Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2022, 3:33
Texas teen charged with 'felony murder' over Pedrie Wannenburg death
A Texas teenager has been charged with 'felony murder' over the death of former Springboks back row Pedire Wannenburg.
Ian Cameron
24 Apr 2022, 8:20
Former France flyhalf Beauxis calls time on career
Former France flyhalf Lionel Beauxis has called time on his professional rugby career.
Ian Cameron
23 Apr 2022, 10:50
Lyon set eyes on one cap Wallabies centre
Lyon may have found a replacement for departing All Black centre Charlie Ngatai - who is heading to Irish provincial giants Leinst…
Ian Cameron
23 Apr 2022, 9:45
Rassie Tweets shock Springboks omission Evan Roos
Springboks director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has reached out publically to snubbed Stormers back row Evan Roos.
Ian Cameron
23 Apr 2022, 7:24
Former Springbok Pedrie Wannenburg dead at 41
Former Springboks back row Pedrie Wannenburg has passed away at the age of 41 following a road traffic accident in the United Stat…
Ian Cameron
23 Apr 2022, 5:21
England U20s doctor found guilty of Six Nations misconduct charges
The England U20s doctor who was the subject of a concussion controversy during the Under-20s Six Nations has been suspended.
Ian Cameron
23 Apr 2022, 4:33
Los Pumas great Juan Manuel Leguizamon retires
Argentina back row great Juan Manuel Leguizamon has announced his retirement from rugby at the ripe old age of 38.
Ian Cameron
22 Apr 2022, 8:43
Ospreys pair humiliated homeless man in 'totally unacceptable' video
The Ospreys have confirmed that two players who made a humiliating video of a homeless man in Cardiff will now work with a homeles…
Ian Cameron
22 Apr 2022, 6:56
RFU confirm Ealing Trailfinders won't be promoted to Premiership
The RFU have confirmed that Ealing Trailfinders will not be promoted to the Gallagher Premiership after withdrawing their appeal o…
Ian Cameron
22 Apr 2022, 6:20
Dallas Jackals field the tallest winger in rugby
When it comes to playing as a back in rugby union, height isn't necessarily a criteria that plays too large a role in selection pr…
Ian Cameron
22 Apr 2022, 5:47
'Was I ready for England at the time? Maybe not'
Montpellier back row Zach Mercer says he concentrating on getting himself into the best position to take an opportunity with Engla…
Interview
Ian Cameron
21 Apr 2022, 12:26
Dan Biggar verbal altercation with fan: 'I hope he gets hammered for it'
A verbal altercation between Dan Biggar and a fan during Northampton Saint's game with Gloucester at the weekend has become a talk…
Ian Cameron
21 Apr 2022, 10:29
Jake White's Bulls deny 'revenge' for 2021 shock loss a motivation
The Vodacom Bulls deny they are trying to avenge last year's shock loss to Benetton in the final of the 2021 Rainbow Cup.
Ian Cameron
21 Apr 2022, 6:49
Scotland to play three Test series in Argentina
Scotland have confirmed that they will play a three Test series against Argentina this July.
Ian Cameron
21 Apr 2022, 5:45
EPCR announce Champions Cup quarter finals referees
The EPCR have announced the officials that will take charge of the Heineken Champions Cup and Challenge Cup quarter-finals in May.…
Ian Cameron
21 Apr 2022, 5:17
Wales back row details scary symptoms that ended his career
Former Wales back row James Davies has detailed the grueling return to play process he went through which led to the 'gut-wrenchin…
Ian Cameron
21 Apr 2022, 3:58
The 2019 Gatland remarks that foreshadowed Welsh rugby's decline
Did Warren Gatland see the storm clouds gathering for Welsh rugby back in 2019? A re-read of remarks made by the nation's greatest…
Ian Cameron
18 Apr 2022, 11:21
Barrett, Aumua and Dickson cop SANZAAR bans
SANZAAR have handed out a total of 10 weeks of bans to three players following the recent on-field indiscretions.
Ian Cameron
18 Apr 2022, 6:25
Munster to be without Thomond Park effect for quarter finals
Munster will be without their famous Thomond Park effect when they face Toulouse in their Heineken Champions Cup quarter-final nex…
Ian Cameron
17 Apr 2022, 6:41
The clues that Marcus Smith's kicking technique was 'shaky'
Former Ireland winger Shane Horgan has suggested that Harlequins star Marcus Smith may have lacked confidence in his kicking durin…
Ian Cameron
17 Apr 2022, 4:51
Sale Sharks lock De Jager turns back on SA return - reports
Sale Sharks lock Lood de Jager has apparently turned his back on a return to South African rugby - according to reports.
Ian Cameron
17 Apr 2022, 3:56
Pablo Matera won't be returning to Paris - reports
Los Pumas captain Pablo Matera will not be returning to Stade Francais, according to reports out of France.
Ian Cameron
16 Apr 2022, 9:46
Watch: Harlequins wrap up Heineken Cup try of the season
The EPCR won't have to look far for the winner of the Heineken Champions Cup try of the season. Harlequins produced an absolute sc…
Ian Cameron
16 Apr 2022, 8:20
Israel Folau keen to face Wallabies in 2023 grudge match
Controversial fullback Israel Folau now looks nailed on to represent Tonga at the Rugby World Cup next year, according to head coa…
Ian Cameron
16 Apr 2022, 7:42
Rugby's red card laws are becoming 'less credible' - McGeechan
Lions' guru Sir Ian McGeechan has hit out at the decision to suspend Leceister Tigers centre Guy Porter, who was this week banned …
Ian Cameron
16 Apr 2022, 5:08
Chris Ashton to make first Euro start for Leicester Tigers
Chris Ashton will make his first European start for Leicester Tigers after being named in the matchday squad for tomorrow's Heinek…
Ian Cameron
15 Apr 2022, 7:18
Springboks admit they're toying with switching Cheslin Kolbe's position
South Africa head coach Jacque Nienaber has admitted that they are considering using Springbok Rugby World Cup-winning winger Ches…
Ian Cameron
15 Apr 2022, 5:43
'Glasgow have got half the Scotland team' - Newcastle slash ticket prices
Newcastle Falcons have slashed the price of their tickets for the arrival of Glasgow Warriors to Kingston Park Stadium.
Ian Cameron
14 Apr 2022, 8:30
Leicester's Guy Porter cops ban for off the ball collision
Leicester Tigers centre Guy Porter has been handed a ban for his collision with Clermont' Fritz Lee in the Heinken Champions Cup m…
Ian Cameron
14 Apr 2022, 8:13
'Appalling, shameful' - Cardiff slammed in open letter from fan group
A significant portion of Cardiff's supporter base have slammed the management of the team, branding its performance against local …
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2022, 12:15
The offhand remark that sealed Mike Brown's Harlequins' exit
A comment made by a member of Harlequins management during a contract talk with Mike Brown helped seal his departure from the club…
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2022, 10:59
Northampton Saints sign a Knight and a Falcon
Northampton Saints have confirmed the signings of two forwards ahead of the 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership season.
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2022, 7:21
How a Maro Itoje prank triggered infamous inhouse England brawl
Former England fullback Mike Brown has revealed how an innocent Maro Itoje prank on a social was the catalyst for his now-infamous…
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2022, 5:31
'The skill of this job is making people into big names, not buying them'
Worcester Warriors lead rugby consultant Steve Diamond has outlined the type of player he is recruiting, revealing that he is trim…
Ian Cameron
11 Apr 2022, 4:01
England star ruled out as Leicester Tigers make late change
England's record cap holder Ben Youngs has been ruled of Leicester Tigers' Heineken Champions Cup clash with Clermont Auvernge.
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2022, 8:31
Ronan O'Gara revisits and clarifies stance on coaching England
La Rochelle head coach Ronan O'Gara has clarified his recent comments about wanting to coach England.
Ian Cameron
10 Apr 2022, 6:10
Jacques Nienaber addresses Evan Roos selection outcry
Springboks head coach Jacques Nienaber has addressed how his management team went about the process of selecting players for his n…
Ian Cameron
09 Apr 2022, 20:21
'Mate, I'd take Samu and Quade over me anyday. Samu is killing it'
Giant Wallabies lock Will Skelton says he would love to play against England this July, but admits he may not be taken as one of t…
Ian Cameron
09 Apr 2022, 6:34
'If he's ended up with a broken nose, there's some force there'
The decision by Karl Dickson not to show Leinster scrumhalf Jamison Gibson-Park a red card in yesterday's Heineken Championship Cu…
Ian Cameron
09 Apr 2022, 5:24
Stuart Lancaster on the potential flaw in New Zealand rugby
Former England head coach Stuart Lancaster has suggested that New Zealand rugby might be guilty of being too insular and could fal…
Ian Cameron
08 Apr 2022, 12:18
Hughes starts as Lam's shock Bristol selection dubbed 'greatest bench' in history
Bristol Bears head coach Pat Lam has thrown a massive curveball in his selection for his match with Sale, dropping his star player…
Ian Cameron
08 Apr 2022, 11:05
203cm, 23 stone Will Skelton is dwarfed by his younger brothers
Giant Wallaby second row Will Skelton - one of the largest professional rugby players in the sport - says he is dwarfed by his two…
Ian Cameron
08 Apr 2022, 10:25
Double blow for Munster as team named for Exeter Chiefs
Munster have suffered a double blow as they named their team to take on Exeter Chiefs in this weekend's Heineken Champions Cup Rou…
Ian Cameron
08 Apr 2022, 6:12
Faf de Klerk's new club is being widely reported
There was little surprise when it was revealed this week that Faf de Klerk was set to leave Sale Sharks after five seasons at the …
Ian Cameron
08 Apr 2022, 5:52
'Beggars belief' - Shock Springboks omission leaves SA fans perplexed
A major omission from Springboks head coach Jacques Nienaber's alignment camp has set tongues wagging in South Africa.
Ian Cameron
08 Apr 2022, 4:47
'He seems to have done unforgivable wrongs in the eyes of the club's management'
A group of Toulon supporters have launched a petition to protest the departure at the end of the season of Louis Carbonel - their …
Ian Cameron
07 Apr 2022, 10:35
'In walks this really big guy... dude, that's Jerry Collins'
American Eagles winger Ryan Matyas has recalled how a chance meeting in a clubhouse in Wales lead to an unlikely friendship with t…
Ian Cameron
07 Apr 2022, 9:12
Wife of former Springbok coach Peter De Villiers found dead in pool
The wife of former Springboks head coach Peter de Villiers has been found dead in a pool following an apparent drowning, according…
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2022, 11:28
Paul Willemse: 'I never even had one conversation with South African rugby'
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2022, 8:13
Wasps sign Ireland international John Ryan
Wasps have confirmed the signing of Ireland international prop John Ryan, who will join from Munster this summer.
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2022, 6:23
Clermont pick up Wallabies centre Simone
According to reports in France, Clermont have secured the signing of former Wallabies centre Irae Simone from the Brumbies.
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2022, 6:14
All Blacks hooker Coltman heading to France - reports
All Blacks hooker Liam Coltman looks to be on his way to France - according to reports this weekend.
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2022, 5:29
Clubs should stop paying players that 'are simply not good enough' - Moore
Former England international Brian Moore has called on lower-tier clubs to stop paying players who 'simply aren't good enough'.
Ian Cameron
04 Apr 2022, 4:45
Ronan O'Gara says he'd love to coach England
La Rochelle head coach Ronan O'Gara has thrown his hat in the ring for the England job on BT Sports, admitting that he'd 'love to …
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2022, 12:23
Ealing win the RFU Championship but Premiership admission still up in air
Ealing Trailfinders have won the RFU Championship, sealing their league win in impressive fashion with a landslide 60 - 10 hammeri…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2022, 6:38
Ronan O'Gara dodges slap as tempers flair in sideline confrontation
La Rochelle head coach Ronan O'Gara was nearly slapped by his opposite number during his side's match with Bordeaux Begles in the …
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2022, 6:01
Pedantic refereeing is 'killing' rugby union says Wallaby great
Former Wallaby fullback Chris Latham has taken aim at the pedantic refereeing of rugby union, which he believes is killing interes…
Ian Cameron
03 Apr 2022, 4:24
Wales great thinks Pivac should leave ageing stars at home for foredoomed SA tour
Wales head coach Wayne Pivac has been urged to leave his aging Wales star at home for what's been pitched as an unwinnable tour of…
Ian Cameron
02 Apr 2022, 11:40
Recruitment change coming for Premiership clubs and who will suffer most
While the vagaries of the Gallagher Premiership salary cap have made headlines in recent months, the true driver of squad change i…
Ian Cameron
02 Apr 2022, 6:10
'Shocked and disappointed' - Irish club furious over unexplained snub
An Irish rugby club have said they are 'shocked' after a motion to grant Women's AIL clubs senior status was withdrawn at Munster'…
Ian Cameron
01 Apr 2022, 13:35
Leinster name side for Munster but no sign of Sexton
Leo Cullen has named a powerful side for Leinster's derby game with Munster this weekend in Limerick, although Ireland talisman Jo…
Ian Cameron
01 Apr 2022, 6:22
Edinburgh name side laden with Scottish internationals for Jo'burg mission
Mike Blair has named an Edinburgh side heavy with Scottish internationals for their United Rugby Championship (URC) showdown with …
Ian Cameron
01 Apr 2022, 6:07
'Significant development' in Australia's 2027 Rugby World Cup bid
Rugby Australia looks copper fastened to host of the 2027 Rugby World Cup, with a 'signifcant development' set to be revealed this…
Ian Cameron
01 Apr 2022, 4:27
Eddie Jones screening of Bakkies Botha video left England No.8 traumatised
Former England No.8 Nathan Hughes has recalled how a video of Springbok hardman Bakkies Botha shown to the England squad prior to …
Ian Cameron
31 Mar 2022, 14:06
Giant Wales forward Davies to stay at Ospreys
Former Wales stalwart Bradley Davies is to stay on at United Rugby Championship side Ospreys at the age of 35.
Ian Cameron
31 Mar 2022, 8:56
Saracens name full Test XV with a positional switch for Maro Itoje
Saracens have named a fifteen full of internationals for their Gallagher Premiership showdown with Sale Sharks in the AJ Bell this…
Ian Cameron
31 Mar 2022, 6:33
International back row exits Gloucester with 'immediate effect'
Namibian international Wian Conradie has left Gloucester with 'immediate effect' in order to return to the MLR and the New England…
Ian Cameron
31 Mar 2022, 6:10
Bath sign former England lock Dave Attwood
Bath are set to sign former England lock Dave Attwood from Bristol Bears - the powerful forward returning to the Gallagher Premier…
Ian Cameron
31 Mar 2022, 5:42
Brian Moore proposes England Women face age-grade male sides
Brian Moore has set social media alight by suggesting that the England Women's team might consider playing age-grade men's team in…
Ian Cameron
28 Mar 2022, 14:29
World Rugby statement: Spain under investigation for eligbility breach
Spain's much-celebrated qualification for the Rugby World Cup in 2023 could be about to come crashing down after World Rugby revea…
Ian Cameron
28 Mar 2022, 11:21
Former Ireland wing Kearney set for months on sideline
Former Ireland wing Dave Kearney is set for months on the sideline after undoing surgery on a hamstring injury.
Ian Cameron
28 Mar 2022, 8:54
Tom Varndell responds to Chris Ashton equalling his try scoring record
Former England winger Tom Varndell has responded to Chris Ashton equalling his try-scoring record.
Ian Cameron
28 Mar 2022, 6:11
Four more Scotland internationals sent to South Africa
Four Scotland internationals have been flown to South Africa to join Edinburgh in their United Rugby Championship (URC) tour of th…
Ian Cameron
28 Mar 2022, 4:56
Owen Farrell branded 'a liability' by former England flyhalf
It hasn't taken Owen Farrell long to start making headlines in the sport after returning from injury to star for Saracens over the…
Ian Cameron
28 Mar 2022, 3:47
'That literally changed my career... I sat there and cried in this room'
Chris Ashton says that a 10-week ban handed to him for allegedly gouging Ulster centre Luke Marshall 'changed the direction of his…
Ian Cameron
27 Mar 2022, 15:06
Nine MLR players injured in walkway collapse
Nine Major League Rugby (MLR) players received significant but non-life-threatening injuries after they were involved in a walkway…
Ian Cameron
27 Mar 2022, 14:32
Leinster set to sign former All Blacks centre Charlie Ngatai
United Rugby Championship side Leinster have been linked to former All Blacks centre Charlie Ngatai.
Ian Cameron
27 Mar 2022, 12:02
France fullback Melvyn Jaminet requests release from club - report
France star Melvyn Jaminet is set to leave his Perpignan contract early, after requesting a release from the club.
Ian Cameron
27 Mar 2022, 10:52
Argentinian international Grondona to stay at Chiefs
Argentinian international Santiago Grondona is set to stay at Exeter Chiefs, the club has confirmed.
Ian Cameron
27 Mar 2022, 3:47
'I don't mean to be disrespectful... it's not acceptable to lose at home to Italy'
Former captain Sam Warburton has said Wales have been 'badly exposed' after a misfiring Guinness Six Nations campaign and a humili…
Ian Cameron
21 Mar 2022, 10:02
'Absolutely woeful' - Pivac commited 'sackable' offence claims Wales great
Wales great Jonathan Davies has torn into head coach Wayne Pivac after his side fell to a humbling Six Nations defeat to Italy in …
Ian Cameron
21 Mar 2022, 9:10
The five favourites to take over England from Eddie Jones
Warren Gatland has been made the clear favourite to take over the reins from embattled England head coach Eddie Jones.
Ian Cameron
21 Mar 2022, 8:00
Ugo Monye brands RFU statement on Eddie Jones 'dishonest'
Former England player Ugo Monye has hit out an RFU statement on head coach Eddie Jones, claiming the missive to fans and the media…
Ian Cameron
21 Mar 2022, 5:17
Italian international Zanon makes mid-season transfer to Pau
Pau have signed Italian international Marco Zanon with immediate effect from Benetton Treviso.
Ian Cameron
20 Mar 2022, 14:43
'Is Eddie trying too hard?' - Jones' England tactics panned after Paris loss
Eddie Jones' England may have gone down fighting in Paris, but the tactics on show in Saint-Dennis haven't won the Australian any …
Ian Cameron
20 Mar 2022, 8:06
Former England lock Dave Sims dies aged 52
Former England second row Dave Sims has died at the age of 52 of a suspected heart attack.
Ian Cameron
20 Mar 2022, 6:30
The offhand Wayne Pivac remark that has thrown Welsh rugby
After winning the Guinness Six Nations in 2021, Wales have finished a lowly fifth in the 2022 tournament - and Wales fans are not …
Ian Cameron
20 Mar 2022, 2:25
Scotland player ratings vs Ireland | 2022 Six Nations
Scottish player ratings: This was a battle of two teams very much on the different sides of the Guinness Six Nations tracks.
Ian Cameron
19 Mar 2022, 12:31
Former Los Pumas player Federico Aramburu shot dead in Paris
Former Argentina international Federico Aramburu has been shot dead in Paris - according to reports from France.
Ian Cameron
19 Mar 2022, 8:45
The Test rugby player Jack Reacher's physical appearance is based on
Streaming fans will no doubt be aware that Amazon have rebooted the Jack Reacher book franchise in a new series on their video pla…
Ian Cameron
18 Mar 2022, 15:21
Hogg, Russell and Price among six Scotland players disciplined - report
The BBC are reporting that six Scotland played have been disciplined internally following a breach of team protocols last weekend …
Ian Cameron
18 Mar 2022, 10:17
It's neck and neck in many positions in fan voted Six Nations Dream Team
There is still not a single representative from England, Wales or Italy in the fan-voted RugbyPass Six Nations Dream Team, but the…
Ian Cameron
18 Mar 2022, 7:44
The 'obvious choice' to oversee Eddie Jones as England DoR
Former England utility back Austin Healey is demanding change at the top within the England setup as yet another Guinness Six Nati…
Ian Cameron
18 Mar 2022, 5:56
Referee Mathieu Raynal has admitted he got scrums wrong
Matchday referee Mathieu Raynal has admitted he got the scrums wrong during England and Ireland's Round 4 Guinness Six Nations cla…
Ian Cameron
18 Mar 2022, 4:50
'I feel horrible saying it. He's not the same player'
Former Scotland second row Jim Hamilton says that the axing of Finn Russell by Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend 'feels like the…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
17 Mar 2022, 13:56
England qualified South African centre Jordan Venter to make Bath debut
England qualified South African-born centre Jordan Venter is to set to make his debut for Bath this weekend against Bristol Bears …
Ian Cameron
17 Mar 2022, 9:12
Ulster sign Munster flyhalf Jake Flannery
Ulster have confirmed that they have signed Munster flyhalf Jake Flannery, a move flagged by the Irish media earlier in the week. …
Ian Cameron
17 Mar 2022, 5:32
Ireland call up two second rows as Ryan and Baird ruled out
Ireland have confirmed that second rows James Ryan and Ryan Baird will play no further part in this year's Guinness Six Nations.
Ian Cameron
14 Mar 2022, 8:01
Eddie Jones hasn't taken long to aim remarks at France
England head coach Eddie Jones hasn't taken long to start the mindgames with France and is already attempting to heap the pressure…
Ian Cameron
14 Mar 2022, 7:10
What Rob Baxter is telling his players about chest-to-chest tackles
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter says that he is 'driving' home to his players the risk posed by chest-to-chest after a fresh s…
Ian Cameron
14 Mar 2022, 5:25
Spain quailify for 2023 Rugby World Cup
Spain have qualified for the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France after beating Portugal 33-28 in Madrid on Sunday.
Ian Cameron
13 Mar 2022, 10:07
Matt Williams claims Celtic sides might never win Six Nations again if Boks join
Former Scotland coach Matt Williams has claimed that the Celtic nations might never win the Six Nations again if the Springboks we…
Ian Cameron
13 Mar 2022, 6:52
Full extent of Mako Vunipola injury revealed by Saracens
Unwanted England prop Mako Vunipola is set for a significant period on the sidelines as the full extent of his injury has been rev…
Ian Cameron
12 Mar 2022, 8:45
How Wales kinda shutdown Antoine Dupont
Six Nations title favourites France were given a major fright in Cardiff.
Ian Cameron
12 Mar 2022, 7:20
Alun Wyn Jones recalled by Wales and 'eligible for selection'
Wales great Alun Wyn Jones has been recalled by Wales and is officially 'eligible for selection', an WRU statement has confirmed. …
Ian Cameron
12 Mar 2022, 7:10
Ealing issue statement as they join Doncaster in fighting RFU decision
Ealing Trail Finders have confirmed that they are to appeal the RFU's decision not to allow either Doncaster or Ealing to be promo…
Ian Cameron
12 Mar 2022, 5:44
Wales scrumhalf Tomos Williams removed after 'sickening' head injury
Wales scrumhalf Tomos Williams lasted just 10 minutes against France after he suffered a clear concussive blow when defending a Fr…
Ian Cameron
11 Mar 2022, 14:36
The 'very strange' omission from Andy Farrell's Ireland 23
While Johnny Sexton being restored to Ireland’s starting XV made the headlines this morning ahead of their showdown with England…
Ian Cameron
10 Mar 2022, 9:55
Lions hangovers: Five players who've struggled to find form post tour
The British & Irish Lions is widely viewed as the professional high point of any Home Nations player's career - but it doesn't nec…
Ian Cameron
10 Mar 2022, 6:06
Sean O'Brien fears Ireland walking down same old World Cup blind alley
Former Ireland flanker Sean O'Brien has expressed fears that Ireland are once again headed towards Rugby World Cup 'trouble' if t…
Ian Cameron
10 Mar 2022, 5:49
Cornish Pirates issue statement after newspaper report on status
Cornish Pirates have reacted to a report in The Rugby Paper that claims the side are set to become semi-professional.
Ian Cameron
07 Mar 2022, 7:27
Christian Wade hits out at rugby union
NFL hopeful Christian Wade believes the sport of rugby union is holding back its stars, a realization he made having made the tran…
Ian Cameron
07 Mar 2022, 5:34
Tel Aviv Heat take Russians' place in Rugby Europe Super Cup playoffs
Tel Aviv Heat have been handed a spot in the Rugby Europe Super Cup playoffs as a result of the conflict in Ukraine.
Ian Cameron
07 Mar 2022, 4:07
Underhill among three 2021 recalls as Jones names 36-man squad
Eddie Jones has recalled three players not used this calendar year as he named a 36-player England squad ahead of their Guinness S…
Ian Cameron
06 Mar 2022, 13:52
After walking out on Dragons ex-Wales star takes aim at Dean Ryan
Tarvis Knoyle has taken aim at Dragons head coach Dean Ryan during an appearance on a Welsh language television show in Wales over…
Ian Cameron
06 Mar 2022, 11:02
The odd gift Manu Tuilagi gave Rassie Erasmus which still stumps him
After the largely acrimonious fallout from the 2021 British & Irish Lions tour of South Africa, Rassie Erasmus wasn't exactly …
Ian Cameron
06 Mar 2022, 6:31
Josh Navidi called into Wales squad as Pivac drops Autumn hero
Head coach Wayne Pivac has called Josh Navidi into the Wales squad after the flanker spent over six months on the international si…
Ian Cameron
06 Mar 2022, 5:46
'That is nonsense' - Sam Warburton comes to defence of Wales rookie
Sam Warburton has come to the defence of Wales rookie Taine Basham, who has come for some criticism following Wales' loss to Engla…
Ian Cameron
05 Mar 2022, 5:32
Rob Harley returns from injury for Glasgow at Scarlets
Rob Harley returns from injury as Glasgow travel to Wales to face Scarlets. The Warriors’ record appearance holder will play his…
Ian Cameron
04 Mar 2022, 13:23
Ruhan Nel learns fate after 'gobsmacking' citing that infuriated Stormers
Stormers Ruhan Nel has avoided a ban after facing a disciplinary panel for the yellow card he received playing against Connacht in…
Ian Cameron
04 Mar 2022, 10:27
Nakarawa heads to Toulon exit with Prem clubs sniffing
Fiji second row Leone Nakawara is heading towards the exit at Toulon - according to reports from France.
Ian Cameron
04 Mar 2022, 7:32
Exeter to sign one-time Ireland centre and a lock from Leinster - report
The mini-exodus at Leinster is set to continue with a total of five players now linked with imminent moves away from the province.…
Ian Cameron
04 Mar 2022, 4:08
Ireland women's coach steps down with immediate effect
The director of rugby of Ireland's Sevens and Ireland Women's Rugby teams, Anthony Eddy, has stepped down from his role with immed…
Ian Cameron
03 Mar 2022, 9:34
'Curry nearly had a panic attack. He thought they were running out of air'
England winger Jack Nowell has shed light on how exactly his fellow international teammates got stuck in an elevator in a London h…
Ian Cameron
03 Mar 2022, 4:46
Eddie Jones brands latest Mike Brown comments 'disrespectful'
Head coach Eddie Jones has branded former England fullback Mike Brown's comments about the Wales team prior to Saturday's Guinness…
Ian Cameron
28 Feb 2022, 7:28
Video evidence provided of red card double standard in Dublin
An Italian rugby account on Twitter has drawn people's attention to an apparent double standard in refereeing in the wake of Italy…
Ian Cameron
28 Feb 2022, 5:42
Nigel Owens weighs in on contentious Dombrandt try
Retired referee Nigel Owens has weighed in on England's controversial try against Wales during the Guinness Six Nations showdown i…
Ian Cameron
28 Feb 2022, 4:09
'Uncomfortable video' - Finn Russell's 'pathetic' work rate highlighted
A video showing Scotland star Finn Russell's apparent poor work rate in the lead up to France's first try has been viewed over 35,…
Ian Cameron
27 Feb 2022, 4:43
Ireland internationals rip 'pathetic' Finn Russell and error strewn Stuart Hogg
Former Irish internationals Shane Horgan and Rob Kearney have taken Scotland stars Stuart Hogg and Finn Russell to task over their…
Ian Cameron
26 Feb 2022, 13:10
Sam Warburton drives nail into Boks' Six Nations coffin
Former Lions skipper Sam Warburton has let rip on the idea of South Africa joining the Six Nations live on the BBC.
Ian Cameron
26 Feb 2022, 10:42
Ireland on course for another World Cup flop claims former Leinster coach
Former Scotland head coach Matt Williams believes Ireland's selection policy and a lack of real plan for the 2023 Rugby World Cup …
Ian Cameron
26 Feb 2022, 5:04
Rugby Europe issue second statement pulling all activities on 'Russian soil'
Rugby Europe have taken the decision to suspend all of the organization's activities on 'Russian soil' with immediate effect.
Ian Cameron
25 Feb 2022, 10:24
RFU 'consulting' on new comp involving Prem XVs and Championship sides
The RFU are looking at the viability of a new club competition that would see "Premiership XVs" sides pitted against Championship …
Ian Cameron
25 Feb 2022, 10:01
Rugby Europe statement: Georgia versus Russia fixture
Rugby Europe has taken the decision to postpone the upcoming Georgia versus Russia fixture in the Rugby Europe Championship. 
Ian Cameron
24 Feb 2022, 14:50
Lowry and Lowe to start for Ireland against Italy, Murray dropped from 23
Ulster star Michael Lowry is in line to make his Ireland debut when Andy Farrell's men take on Italy this weekend, while there's a…
Ian Cameron
24 Feb 2022, 14:24
Rugby Australia end Giteau Law, reveal new overseas player policy
Rugby Australia have ended the Giteau Law, revealing an "update to the Overseas Player Selection Policy for national teams."
Ian Cameron
24 Feb 2022, 13:13
Why Wales dumped Lions flyer Louis Rees-Zammit
Wales head coach Wayne Pivac has explained the shock dumping of British & Irish Lions flyer Louis Rees-Zammit.
Ian Cameron
24 Feb 2022, 8:53
'Disrepectful' and 'ill considered' - Richards cops ban for pitch side comments
Newcastle Falcons director of rugby Dean Richards has admitted his comments about the refereeing during his side's loss to Exeter …
Ian Cameron
24 Feb 2022, 8:30
Leinster sign one time Springbok Jason Jenkins
Leinster have confirmed one of the worst-kept secrets in Irish rugby circles, announcing the signing of one-time Springbok Jason J…
Ian Cameron
24 Feb 2022, 6:38
Cross-code legend Va'aiga Tuigamala dead at 52
The death of rugby league and union great Va'aiga Tuigamala is being reported today, at the age of 52.
Ian Cameron
24 Feb 2022, 5:28
'I'm just talking facts' - Pat Lam takes aim at Worcester's artificial pitch
Bristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam has become the latest high profile name to add his voice to criticism of artificial pitche…
Ian Cameron
24 Feb 2022, 4:15
Richards charged with 'conduct prejudicial to the interests of the union'
Newcastle Falcons DoR Dean Richards has been charged with 'conduct prejudicial to the interests of the union' for his post-game ra…
Ian Cameron
22 Feb 2022, 5:23
Etzebeth fires backs at Bakkies Botha following criticism
Eben Etzebeth has responded to former Springbok teammate Bakkies Botha, who criticised his protegé in the French press over the w…
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2022, 14:58
Lions slayer Morn Steyn cops ban for red card hit on fellow Bok
Bulls flyhalf Morne Steyn has copped a ban after being cited for a tackle with a 'high degree of danger; during their recent Unite…
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2022, 7:49
'I gave my word' - Waisea Nayacalevu will join Toulon
Fiji centre Waisea Nayacalevu will join Toulon next season, despite his heart being very much in Stade Francais.
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2022, 7:21
Lowe and O'Brien added to Ireland squad as 14 rejoin camp
Leinster winger James Lowe has been added to the Ireland squad after his remarkable performance for the province of at the weekend…
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2022, 6:02
Wales re-call Bath No.8 Taulupe Faletau
Wales have recalled Bath No.8 Taulupe Faletau, who hasn't featured for his country in a Test match for nearly a year.
Ian Cameron
21 Feb 2022, 3:42
Richards facing possible sanction after ripping into officials in TV interview
Newcastle director of rugby Dean Richards has accused Gallagher Premiership officials of favouritism following Falcons' narrow los…
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2022, 11:50
Mike Brown: Not one Welshman would make the England XV
Former England fullback Mike Brown has claimed that not one Welshman would make the England XV, dismissing the threat posed by Way…
Ian Cameron
20 Feb 2022, 4:01
Bakkies Botha says he is 'disappointed' with Eben Etzebeth
Springboks great Bakkies Botha has said he is disappointed with Eben Etzebeth over his early exit from France and Top 14 struggler…
Ian Cameron
19 Feb 2022, 13:23
Lood de Jager in talks with URC side - report
While his exit from Sale Sharks has been viewed as a done deal for some time, the exact destination of Springboks' lock Lood de Ja…
Ian Cameron
19 Feb 2022, 8:38
Player exodus at relegation threatened Toulon?
The once-mighty Toulon have fallen on hard times and are now facing a player exodus with some of the clubs biggest names heading t…
Ian Cameron
19 Feb 2022, 6:46
'On track' - Saracens issue update on injured England captain Owen Farrell
Saracens have said that absent England captain Owen Farrell remains on course to return from injury, but a miracle return in time …
Ian Cameron
18 Feb 2022, 11:02
England flanker Jack Willis to make long awaited return this weekend
A rising star of England in 2021, Jack Willis is set to make his long-awaited comeback for Wasps this weekend as they take on Gall…
Ian Cameron
18 Feb 2022, 6:27
Emphatic Six Nations statement ends Springboks entry speculation
The Six Nations have issued a statement confirming that they have no intention of adding or replacing any team in the competition.…
Ian Cameron
18 Feb 2022, 5:44
Springboks joining Six Nations is '100 per cent going to happen'
Speculation continues to mount this week regarding an eventual accession of the Springboks into the Guinness Six Nations.
Ian Cameron
17 Feb 2022, 7:15
'They've just got to shut up... they're making fools of themselves'
Former Scotland head coach Matt Williams hasn't sparred his former employers, describing Gregor Townsend's team as 'making fools o…
Ian Cameron
15 Feb 2022, 11:08
Maitland told Gregor Townsend he prefers holding his kids not tackle bags
Saracens wing Sean Maitland has revealed the conversation he had with Gregor Townsend that saw him left out of Scotland's Six Nati…
Ian Cameron
14 Feb 2022, 9:33
Facial surgery sidelines Ireland prospect for 4 to 6 weeks
Ireland prospect Ciaran Frawley has been ruled out for four to six weeks after sustaining a nasty facial injury.
Ian Cameron
14 Feb 2022, 8:32
Cardiff crowd got to Nic Berry claims former Scotland skipper
A former Scotland captain believes that the crowd in the Principality Stadium influenced Australian referee Nic Berry during Wales…
Ian Cameron
14 Feb 2022, 5:51
Referee criticised for handling of Jack Nowell HIA decision
Referee Damon Murphy was criticised online after allegedly rushing medics to come to a decision on whether or not Jack Nowell need…
Ian Cameron
13 Feb 2022, 9:46
'Oh my god' - Dan Biggar press conference gets awkward gatecrasher
A Six Nations Round 2 press conference featuring Wales captain Dan Biggar was unexpectedly interrupted when a journalist's laptop …
Ian Cameron
12 Feb 2022, 7:00
Quade Cooper initiates NFL mode in Japan
Wallabies maverick Quade Cooper is known for his outrageous skills and this weekend he's showed that NFL skills are very much in h…
Ian Cameron
12 Feb 2022, 5:30
Relegation threatened Toulon have a familiar face lined-up as head coach
Once the biggest spenders in the Top 14, Toulon are now battling potential relegation from the French top-flight - but they may ha…
Ian Cameron
11 Feb 2022, 6:29
'We had a reality check' - Nienaber rates the 2021 Springboks out of 10
South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber has rated his 2021 Springboks team out of 10 - a year in which the World Champions re-ent…
Ian Cameron
11 Feb 2022, 5:41
RFU dismiss citing against Wallaby prop for incident 'with close friend'
The RFU have dismissed a citing against London Irish prop Oli Hoskins, who was adjudged to have illegally cleared out Gloucester p…
Ian Cameron
10 Feb 2022, 6:33
France change-up midfield and opt for 6-2 split on bench for Ireland
Fresh from their Six Nations round one win over Italy last Sunday, France have now named their team to face Ireland in round two o…
Ian Cameron
10 Feb 2022, 5:20
Injury hit Saracens sign 6'4, 127kg prop from Scarlets
Saracens have signed Scarlet prop Alex Jeffries on a loan deal. With Marco Riccioni and Alec Clarey both out with injuries, the ti…
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2022, 11:48
Tekori sighting at rival club suggests giant Samoan wants one more year
Samoan great Joe Tekori may be 38-years-old, but it looks like he's in the hunt for one more year of professional rugby.
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2022, 10:45
Leinster confirm Ireland flanker out for '8 to 10 weeks'
Ireland flanker Will Connors has been ruled out of action for '8 to 10 weeks' Leinster have confirmed.
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2022, 10:01
Farrell calls up Connacht forward as Ulster trio rejoin Ireland squad
Andy Farrell has called up Connacht forward Dave Heffernan as injury cover as Ireland emerged from their Guinness Six Nations open…
Ian Cameron
07 Feb 2022, 9:14
'Absolutely pathetic' - Pundits go in for Wales after drubbing in Dublin
Guinness Six Nations afternoons don't come much tougher - especially when you're reigning champions. Ireland eased past Wales 29-7…
Ian Cameron
05 Feb 2022, 13:39
England hopeful snatches late try as Wasps edge to narrow victory over Exeter
A Paolo Odogwu try deep into stoppage time plundered a 27-26 victory for Wasps who had been outplayed for much of the Gallagher Pr…
Ian Cameron
05 Feb 2022, 11:23
Is it Ireland or Leinster versus Wales in Dublin this afternoon?
It's a remarkable testament to the strength in depth of Leinster - and the ability of the province to produce rugby athletes - tha…
Ian Cameron
05 Feb 2022, 7:27
Craig Gilroy hit with ban for 'reckless' horror tackle on Tom Rogers
Ulster's Craig Gilroy has been hit with a ban for his horror tackle on Scarlets' winger Tom Rogers in the United Rugby Championshi…
Ian Cameron
04 Feb 2022, 9:57
France prop Mohamed Haouas cops 15 month suspended sentence
France prop Mohamed Haouas has been handed a suspended sentence for his role in a spate of burglaries in 2014.
Ian Cameron
04 Feb 2022, 9:24
'I am sad about it' - Brian Moore reveals real reason behind BBC axing
BBC co-commentator Brian Moore has revealed that he is 'sad' over his exit from his long-held BBC Six Nations commentating role, w…
Ian Cameron
04 Feb 2022, 3:49
Pierre Mignoni's long rumoured Lyon exit confirmed
Head coach Pierre Mignoni is set to leave Lyon after seven years with the French Top 14 side - the club have confirmed.
Ian Cameron
03 Feb 2022, 11:37
World Rugby issue Law clarification on back of England Rugby request
World Rugby have issued a Law clarification on back of an England Rugby request, relating to rucks and loose balls in open play. 
Ian Cameron
03 Feb 2022, 10:46
Brian Moore to step down from BBC's Six Nations commentary
Legendary rugby co-commentator Brian Moore is set to step down from his Six Nations role with the BBC, the pundit has confirmed on…
Ian Cameron
03 Feb 2022, 6:21
Josh Murphy becomes latest Leinster forward to up sticks
Leinster utility forward Josh Murphy has become the latest forward to head to the exit, with Connacht confirming his signing.
Ian Cameron
31 Jan 2022, 8:09
Ireland confirm injured heavyweight trio to return to training tomorrow
Ireland appear set to have a full deck of cards to play with going into the opening weekend of the Guinness Six Nations, following…
Ian Cameron
31 Jan 2022, 7:13
French side Massy leave player behind at motorway service station
Rugby Club Massy Essonne in the Nationale maybe aren't the most attentive bunch, after leaving an academy player behind at a motor…
Ian Cameron
31 Jan 2022, 6:46
'If the opportunity arose' - England backrow open to rugby league switch
England flanker Ben Earl is open to the possibility of switching to rugby league, even if he admits it may not ever come to fruiti…
Ian Cameron
31 Jan 2022, 3:39
France welcome back 14 players including Dupont, Ntamack and Jalibert
France have welcomed back 14 players to their Guinness Six Nations squad after Covid-19 and various injuries took a toll on their …
Ian Cameron
30 Jan 2022, 9:37
'Absolutely sickening' - Jaco Peyper in dock after yellow for 'horrific' collision
A decision that saw Ulster winger Craig Gilroy shown a yellow for a 'horrific collision' with Tom Rogers face has left Scarlets fa…
Ian Cameron
29 Jan 2022, 12:40
Stormers snatch draw thanks to some profligate Sharks ill-discipline
The Sharks were denied victory over the Stormers by a penalty try in the last action of the match, drawing 22-22 in Durban.
Ian Cameron
29 Jan 2022, 11:46
Irish players don't work as hard as their Welsh counterparts claims Lions coach
Former international hooker Robin McBryde says that when it comes to rugby, the Welsh are harder workers than their Irish counterp…
Ian Cameron
29 Jan 2022, 10:39
Snubbed Saracens players' behind the scenes reaction to England omission
Saracens flanker Ben Earl has given an insight into how the Saracens high profile England players have reacted to being dropped by…
Ian Cameron
29 Jan 2022, 6:56
'I take full responsibility' - Wales hooker makes public apology
Wales hooker Elliot Dee has made a public apology after copping a red-card in Dragons' URC draw with Benetton Treviso in Rodney Pa…
Ian Cameron
29 Jan 2022, 4:37
Leinster draft in unheralded lock as another forward heads for exit
Leinster have drafted in unheralded academy secondrow Joe McCarthy for their match with Cardiff at Cardiff Arms Park in the United…
Ian Cameron
28 Jan 2022, 10:33
'It's all a load of rubbish. There's no truth behind it' - Zach Mercer
Montpellier No.8 Zach Mercer has rubbished reports that he heading back to the Gallagher Premiership and is instead set to honour …
Ian Cameron
28 Jan 2022, 8:40
Jimmy Gopperth to swap Wasps for Leicester Tigers
Wasps' veteran utility back Jimmy Gopperth is set to swap Coventry Building Society Arena for Welford Road and the Leicester Tiger…
Ian Cameron
27 Jan 2022, 13:36
Little brother of Wales star named in 38-man U20s squad
Jac Lloyd, the younger brother of new Wales star Ioan, has been named in Wales' 38-man U20s Six Nations squad.
Ian Cameron
27 Jan 2022, 9:32
'Next era' - Exeter Chiefs ditch controversial branding and unveil new design
Exeter Chiefs have revealed their new branding after over a year of online debate around their use of Native American iconography …
Ian Cameron
27 Jan 2022, 7:32
Ten players withdrawn from France's Six Nations squad
France have been hit by significant disruption ahead of the Guinness Six Nations, after being forced to withdraw ten players from …
Ian Cameron
24 Jan 2022, 13:51
'It's with a heavy heart' - Jamie Roberts explains shock Dragons exit
Dragons say they understand Jamie Roberts' decision to leave the region at the end of the month, a call the Wales great describes …
Ian Cameron
24 Jan 2022, 7:14
Social media reacts as Welsh regions hit European nadir
The gag doing the rounds this weekend was that Cardiff had defied to odds to become the first Welsh region to secure a victory in …
Ian Cameron
24 Jan 2022, 6:11
Video - Wayne Barnes sends Wallaby hooker off for swearing
Stade Francais hooker Tolu Latu was sent off after receiving his second yellow card for swearing at referee Wayne Barnes.
Ian Cameron
23 Jan 2022, 12:06
Two Prem clubs in hunt for £500k a year 'Championship' No.8 Hughes
Bristol Bears No.8 Nathan Hughes this week suffered the ignominy of being sent out to loan to Hartpury in the RFU Championship.
Ian Cameron
23 Jan 2022, 9:23
'There is no scandal' - Toulouse need to suck it up, suggests rival coach
Bordeaux Bègles boss Christophe Urios has suggested that Toulouse need to stop their whining over the EPCR decision to award Card…
Ian Cameron
23 Jan 2022, 6:47
Rob Kearney: 'I'm still, to this day, waiting for an apology'
Recently retired Rob Kearney recalls one incident where he is still waiting - 13 years on - for an apology from the perpetrator of…
Ian Cameron
23 Jan 2022, 2:42
'I just find that so frustrating and ignorant' - Williams debunks Cullen myth
Rugby pundit Matt Williams has decried the 'ridiculous fallacy' around Leinster head coach Leo Cullen, who he rates as one of the …
Ian Cameron
22 Jan 2022, 11:18
'Why would you leave Munster for this?' - Fitzgerald captures Bath misery
Former Ireland wing Luke Fitzgerald posted a particular germane Tweet as Leinster tore apart a hapless Bath side apart at The Rec.
Ian Cameron
22 Jan 2022, 9:16
The other Alfie Barbeary position that ended at Wasps
Rising star of English rugby Alfie Barbeary's ability to play multiple positions doesn't just extend to the forward pack.
Ian Cameron
22 Jan 2022, 5:23
'He is a big man' - Cullen keeps cards close to chest on Springbok signing
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen remained relatively tight-lipped about the rumoured signing of Munster second row Jason Jenkins, wh…
Ian Cameron
21 Jan 2022, 12:16
'We cannot let this injustice pass' - Furious Toulouse threaten legal action
Toulouse president Didier Lacroix has blasted the EPCR after the competition organisers awarded Cardiff a 0 - 28 walkover victory …
Ian Cameron
21 Jan 2022, 9:33
Trio of snubbed England players to start Leicester's Champions Cup clash
Three major England omissions are set to start for Leicester Tigers as they take on Bordeaux Bègles at Welford Road in the Heinek…
Ian Cameron
21 Jan 2022, 6:44
Joe van Niekerk is barely recognisable after years in Costa Rican jungle
Once he was he rampaging through opposition defensive lines for a living, but now the only thing former Springbok back row Joe van…
Ian Cameron
21 Jan 2022, 5:01
Another rumoured candidate has ruled out Munster return
Racing 92 coach Mike Prendergast has poured cold water on a return to Munster as head coach after Ronan O'Gara linked him to the s…
Ian Cameron
20 Jan 2022, 12:07
Leinster to fill lock void by signing giant Springbok from Munster - report
Leinster are set to fill an impending second-row void with the signing of giant Springbok Jason Jenkins from Munster - according t…
Ian Cameron
20 Jan 2022, 7:31
French rugby player Jordan Michallet dead at 29
PRO D2 side Rouen are in mourning following the sudden death of club flyhalf - 29-year-old Jordan Michallet.
Ian Cameron
20 Jan 2022, 3:53
Four uncapped England players Eddie Jones can't ignore
England head coach Eddie Jones names this Guinness Six Nations squad tomorrow and there's been plenty of speculation as to its mak…
Ian Cameron
17 Jan 2022, 11:36
Turnover king Will Evans one of six Harlequins players to re-sign
Flanker Will Evans has become the latest player to re-sign at Gallagher Premiership champions Harlequins.
Ian Cameron
17 Jan 2022, 8:15
Exeter set to beat rival Irish province to signing of Leinster's Jack Dunne
Exeter Chiefs are reported to be close to signing Leinster secondrow Jack Dunne, in the process beating a rival Irish province to …
Ian Cameron
17 Jan 2022, 4:56
'Thank you World Rugby': Rassie Erasmus is back after serving 2-month ban
Springboks Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus is once again free to part-take in rugby after serving his two-month ban from any invo…
Ian Cameron
16 Jan 2022, 6:11
SA-based Springboks to face Eddie Jones' England
SA Rugby looks set to reward their South African-based players in 2022 when they field a Springboks team against Eddie Jones' Engl…
Ian Cameron
16 Jan 2022, 5:34
'Are you saying that he's not in communication with Stuart Hooper?'
Brian O'Driscoll has questioned if outgoing Munster head coach Johann van Graan's continuation at the province until the end of th…
Ian Cameron
16 Jan 2022, 3:40
The Zach Mercer 'crisis meeting' speech that helped turn Montpellier's tide
Former England backrow Zach Mercer was asked to step up to the plate early in his Montpellier career, revealing how he was told to…
Ian Cameron
15 Jan 2022, 6:54
Levani Botia turns down Leicester Tigers
Blockbusting Fijian hybrid player Levani Botia has turned down advances from Leicester Tigers and will stay on at Ronan O'Gara's L…
Ian Cameron
15 Jan 2022, 5:27
Munster play boring Bok style rugby from a 'bygone era' - O'Gara
Munster's management team have been getting an awful kicking of late in the press. With the curtain coming down on the Johann van …
Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2022, 11:37
Former Saracens player settles £3m 'fire extinguisher' case
Former Saracens player Matt Hankin has settled a £3 million case taken against a former teammate and the Saracens team doctor aft…
Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2022, 10:11
Boyd reduced to 'spectator' role after guilty plea over ref comments
Northampton Saints DoR Chris Boyd has been reduced to the role of 'a spectator' after pleading guilty to disrespecting the referee…
Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2022, 5:24
England name 30-man U20s squad to play Oxford University
England have named a 30-man U20s squad to play Oxford University in a game of three teams on Saturday at the university's sports g…
Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2022, 5:11
10 England players who could switch allegiance ahead of RWC2023
World Rugby's rule changes around international eligibility have certainly provided plenty of fodder for theoretical articles on w…
Ian Cameron
14 Jan 2022, 1:34
England prospect Jack Kenningham to miss rest of season
Harlequins flanker Jack Kenningham will miss the rest of the season after undergoing surgery.
Ian Cameron
11 Jan 2022, 16:55
Freak scoreline doesn't 'do much' for Premier 15s
DMP Durham Sharks conceded more than 100 points at Saracens over the weekend, a scoreline that suggests the Premier 15s has some w…
Ian Cameron
10 Jan 2022, 7:31
England face anxious wait over Ellis Genge following Hougaard incident
England face an anxious wait over the availability of Leicester Tigers' prop Ellis Genge, who was yellowed carded during his side'…
Ian Cameron
09 Jan 2022, 13:49
'Johann doesn't really want to be here' - Munster great questions Van Graan
Munster great Peter Stringer has questioned how committed departing head coach Johann Van Graan is to the Munster cause, suggestin…
Ian Cameron
09 Jan 2022, 10:34
Munster set to sign former All Black Malakai Fekitoa
Munster are set to sign former All Blacks centre Malakai Fekitoa from Wasps - the Tongan-born star becoming the latest big name to…
Ian Cameron
09 Jan 2022, 5:53
'We've heard nothing from EPCR' - Prem DoR says clubs left in limbo
Newcastle Falcons director of rugby Dean Richards says that clubs have been left facing 'a hugely uncertain' fortnight in Europe.
Ian Cameron
09 Jan 2022, 4:43
'Very nasty' - Alec Hepburn sent off for '2005 Lions tour' clearout on Joe Marler
Exeter Chiefs prop Alec Hepburn could be facing a lengthy ban after being sent off for a reckless clearout on Harlequins prop Joe …
Ian Cameron
08 Jan 2022, 10:14
Toulon president: Players like Etzebeth a 'clear handicap' for club
Toulon president Bernard Lemaître has suggested that high profile players like Eben Etzebeth are a 'handicap' for the club, owing…
Ian Cameron
08 Jan 2022, 5:12
Paul O'Connell addresses rumours linking him with Munster return
Ireland great Paul O'Connell has dashed hopes that he will be returning to Munster anytime soon, ruling himself out of the running…
Ian Cameron
07 Jan 2022, 11:57
Glasgow set to deploy 6'5, 120kg winger that wreaked havoc on Scotland
Glasgow Warriors are set to give a giant Tongan winger - who wreaked havoc on Scotland's back three during the Autumn Nations Seri…
Ian Cameron
07 Jan 2022, 7:06
'That's kind of what bothers me, and it's probably what bothers the players now'
Ahead of their Gallagher Premiership showdown with Harlequins this weekend, Exeter Chiefs' Director of Rugby Rob Baxter has opened…
Ian Cameron
07 Jan 2022, 6:37
'I was going through that RWC thinking 'I'm not meant to be here anyway'
Northampton Saints skipper Lewis Ludlam says that he nearly quit rugby - just 12 months before he made his England debut two and h…
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Ian Cameron
06 Jan 2022, 10:12
Charles Ollivon set to miss Six Nations
France star Charles Ollivon is likely to miss the Guinness Six Nations, head coach Fabien Galthie has said.
Ian Cameron
06 Jan 2022, 9:10
England head coach Eddie Jones addresses Lions rumours
England England head coach Eddie Jones has put to bed rumours linking him with coaching the British & Irish Lions.
Ian Cameron
02 Jan 2022, 5:13
Carl Fearns suggests Bok No.8 Wiese ended teammate's career
Newcastle forward Carl Fearns has suggested on social media that hard-hitting Springboks No.8 Jasper Wiese ended a teammate's care…
Ian Cameron
02 Jan 2022, 4:22
Keelan Giles to make first start for Ospreys in 8 months
Welsh flyer Keelan Giles is set to make his first start for the Ospreys in 8 months after being named in Toby Booth's side for the…
Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2021, 10:34
'Nobody outside of our group will be expecting us to get a result'
Newcastle defence coach Nick Easter says he believes that the Falcons can derail Leicester Tigers' seemingly unstoppable train in …
Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2021, 6:38
England centre returns as mid-table Exeter seek to climb Prem ladder
Exeter Chiefs have been boosted by the return of England centre Ollie Devoto as they look climb out of the middle of the Gallagher…
Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2021, 6:12
Jacob Umaga to miss Toulouse game after ban for throat tackle
Wasps’ standoff Jacob Umaga has copped a ban for a tackle that caught London Irish winger Ollie Hassell-Collins in the throat.
Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2021, 4:24
Speculation mounts as Anthony Watson's Bath exit revealed
Anthony Watson's time at Bath is coming to an end after it was revealed that the England winger is eager to turn over a new leaf a…
Ian Cameron
31 Dec 2021, 3:58
Harlequins statement: Marcus Smith and Big Game 13 team change
Harlequins have explained the absence of both England 10 Marcus Smith and James Chisholm after the pair tested positive for Covid-…
Ian Cameron
26 Dec 2021, 9:02
Ex-England 7s star Ben Gollings appointed head coach of Fiji
Former England Sevens star Ben Gollings has been appointed the new head coach of the Fijian Sevens team.
Ian Cameron
24 Dec 2021, 6:57
Chris Robshaw re-signs with San Diego Legion
Former England captain Chris Robshaw has re-signed with San Diego Legion for the 2022 MLR season.
Ian Cameron
24 Dec 2021, 3:57
Scotland centre Cam Redpath closing in on return to pitch
Bath have revealed that Scotland centre Cam Redpath is 'back running' in training and is nearing the end of his rehab from a bruta…
Ian Cameron
23 Dec 2021, 13:00
WRU CEO pens open letter as regions to lose £100k per game
WRU CEO Steve Phillips has penned an open letter to fans as the sport faces into another bleak Christmas period thanks to Covid-19…
Ian Cameron
23 Dec 2021, 6:25
World Rugby move fast to outlaw law exploitation sweeping sport
World Rugby have moved fast to outlaw the latest law exploitation being used by clubs - issuing an amendment that will come into i…
Ian Cameron
23 Dec 2021, 5:30
Marquee player rule change creating headaches for Prem clubs
A recent change to the marquee player rule is causing issues behind the scenes for Gallagher Premiership clubs.
Ian Cameron
23 Dec 2021, 4:47
Sharks still circling Sharks after De Jager deal falls through
The Cell C Sharks are said to still be circling their Gallagher Premiership namesakes - Sale Sharks - after a deal that would see …
Ian Cameron
19 Dec 2021, 9:26
Top 14 and ProD2 to cut salary cap further - reports
The Ligue Nationale de Rugby (LNR) in France are set reduce the salary cap in French rugby further - according to reports.
Ian Cameron
19 Dec 2021, 6:56
IRFU say they'll 'fully publish' reviews amid spat with players
The IRFU have said they will make the two ongoing reviews into the organisation public amid the fallout from last week's row with …
Ian Cameron
17 Dec 2021, 6:22
Bristol Bears sign England prop Ellis Genge
Bristol Bears have verified the worst kept secret in rugby, confirming the signing of England prop Ellis Genge, whose dramatic exi…
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2021, 10:37
'It's a weird thing' - How the Duane Vermeulen Ulster signing went down
Springbok No.8 Duane Vermeulen has shed some light on why he ended joining Ulster - and it sounds like it was touch and go on his …
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2021, 10:31
Edinburgh to lose Scotland international Ben Toolis
Edinburgh have confirmed that they are set to lose Scotland international Ben Toolis, who is moving on at the end of the season.
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2021, 9:44
Covid-19 hit Leinster opt for 6-2 split and rookie faces in backline
Covid-19 hit Leinster have opted for a 6-2 split on the bench and some rookie faces in the backline as they face the daunting task…
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2021, 7:18
Glasgow Warriors hold on to Test Lion Ali Price
British & Irish Lions and Scotland scrumhalf Ali Price has put pen to paper on a new contract with Glasgow Warriors.
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2021, 5:24
'Disappointing' - IRFU hit back after 62 players sign scathing letter of complaint
The IRFU have hit back at a group of over 60 women's players who have penned a withering letter to the Irish government, complaini…
Ian Cameron
13 Dec 2021, 11:21
Mat Protheroe fires back on Twitter after Sale publicly accuse him of diving
Ospreys fullback Mat Protheroe has hit back on Twitter after Sale Sharks publicly accused him of diving during their Heineken Cham…
Ian Cameron
12 Dec 2021, 12:31
Peter O'Mahony apologises to Garryowen after video shared online
Munster back row Peter O'Mahony has apologised to a Limerick rugby club after a video was circulated in which he used an expletive…
Ian Cameron
11 Dec 2021, 4:32
Priestland the latest Cardiff player to speak out over Covid-19 chaos
Cardiff standoff Rhys Priestland is the latest player to speak out over the welfare of players caught up in Covid-19 chaos resulti…
Ian Cameron
10 Dec 2021, 8:06
'I am aware this was uncalled for' - Cardiff star apologises for Tweet
Cardiff back Mathew Morgan has apologised for comments he made about the United Rugby Championship (URC)and the Welsh government e…
Ian Cameron
05 Dec 2021, 10:58
Ihaia West signs for Toulon
Toulon have confirmed the signing of former Maori All Blacks standoff Ihaia West from La Rochelle.
Ian Cameron
05 Dec 2021, 6:47
'With the current resources we've got, we're struggling to cope at this level'
Dragons Director of Rugby Dean Ryan says the WRU owned region isn't resourced well enough to compete in the United Rugby Champions…
Ian Cameron
05 Dec 2021, 5:01
Teddy Thomas' belated Racing 92 exit reported in France
Reports in the South of France suggest that Teddy Thomas will leave Racing 92 at the end of the current season to sign with Ronan …
Ian Cameron
05 Dec 2021, 4:14
Luke Pearce marches Saracens back 20 metres over Vunipola backchat
Referee Luke Pearce showed he wasn't in the mood for back chat back during the eager anticipated Exeter Chiefs - Saracens clash at…
Ian Cameron
04 Dec 2021, 10:19
'You have no respect for us' - Jaco Peyper lashes Bok duo over back chat
Referee Jaco Peyper felt he had to reprimand two Springboks during last night's United Rugby Championship (URC) derby between the …
Ian Cameron
04 Dec 2021, 5:50
The URC issue statement after chaotic week of variant induced drama
The United Rugby Championship (URC) have released a statement in the wake of what has been chaotic a week for the tournament and a…
Ian Cameron
04 Dec 2021, 4:34
Picking a Saracens - Exeter Chiefs composite XV
It’s been over a year since Exeter Chiefs and Saracens last faced off in the Gallagher Premiership, and one suspects that the Lo…
Ian Cameron
03 Dec 2021, 9:39
What really happened behind the scenes of the Barbarians' cancellation
Glasgow Warriors No.8 Ryan Wilson has revealed what went on behind the scenes of the cancelled Barbarians - Samoa match last weeke…
Ian Cameron
03 Dec 2021, 3:51
'I stirred over it for 24 hours, 48 hours' - Roberts reveals 2013 Lions dilemma
Two-time British and Irish Lions tourist Jamie Roberts has revealed how he had to hide the extent of an agonising injury leading i…
Ian Cameron
02 Dec 2021, 10:39
EPCR statement: Clarification issued amid Omicron travel chaos
European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) have issued a clarification for clubs regarding the upcoming opening round of the European…
Ian Cameron
02 Dec 2021, 9:49
Red card recidivist Lavanini won't play until 2022 after copping ban
Argentinian bad boy Tomas Lavanini won't play again until 2022 after he copped a hefty ban from World Rugby for his red card again…
Ian Cameron
02 Dec 2021, 7:39
Wounded Leinster name fully international XV for visit of Connacht
Leinster, smarting from a rare home loss at the RDS, have named a fully international fifteen for the visit of provincial rivals C…
Ian Cameron
02 Dec 2021, 6:27
'Get us the **** out of here' - Cardiff player's deleted URC tweet causes stir
A deleted tweet by Cardiff Rugby's Matthew Morgan - in which he heavily criticised the URC - has caused quite the stir on social m…
Ian Cameron
02 Dec 2021, 4:41
'I am seething about the comments' - Baa-Baas' boss considering legal action
Barbarians president John Spencer has said he is considering legal action against two internationals after comments in the afterma…
Ian Cameron
29 Nov 2021, 5:59
Munster, Cardiff forced to stay behind in SA after player tests positive
Munster's bid to return to Ireland amid the chaos around a new Covid-19 variant first identified in South Africa has hit a signifi…
Ian Cameron
28 Nov 2021, 7:37
'If I was reffing, I would have blown up' - Nigel Owens tackles disputed try
Retired refereeing icon Nigel Owens has said he would not have awarded Nick Tompkins' crucial and controversial try against the Wa…
Ian Cameron
27 Nov 2021, 11:35
Munster issue update: Province working 'tirelessly' to get players home
Munster are working hard to return their squad to Irish shores after getting effectively stranded in South Africa due to concern a…
Ian Cameron
27 Nov 2021, 4:45
Ashman returns to Sale just 3 days after going on loan to Glasgow
Ewan Ashman has had to return to Sale Sharks as injury cover just three days after he went out on loan to Glasgow Warriors.
Ian Cameron
26 Nov 2021, 7:37
'They got lucky' - ex-Ireland player predicts Wales in for rude awakening
Wales are set to be given a rude awakening when the Guinness Six Nations comes around in just over two months' time - according to…
Ian Cameron
26 Nov 2021, 7:13
Saracens continue to run Goode experiment as team named for Sale Sharks
Saracens are continuing to pick Alex Goode at standoff as the Londoners host Sale Sharks at the StoneX Stadium this weekend.
Ian Cameron
26 Nov 2021, 6:39
The time Rassie Erasmus 'lost the plot' with a Munster player
When you think of Rassie Erasmus the head coach, you think of a brilliant orator, a canny man-manager, and an unorthodox leader wh…
Ian Cameron
26 Nov 2021, 5:59
World Rugby statement: Wallabies boss Rennie apologises for rant
Wallabies head coach Dave Rennie has back on his weekend rant, apologising for comments he made in the aftermath of his Australia'…
Ian Cameron
26 Nov 2021, 5:18
Exeter Chiefs statement: Club branding
Exeter Chiefs are set to revisit the controversy around their club branding after meeting with the membership of Exeter Rugby Club…
Ian Cameron
25 Nov 2021, 14:44
19 players who could make a Test eligibility switch
World Rugby's new eligibility laws mean that a number of high-profile players could have the opportunity to play for a different c…
Ian Cameron
25 Nov 2021, 5:15
Leinster in hunt for 'big name' lock as Ulster miss out on 'bomb squad' Bok
Leinster are in the market for a 'big name' southern hemisphere second row as they look to reinforce their options in the engine r…
Ian Cameron
22 Nov 2021, 12:26
Former Bok boss breaks rank to support World Rugby's Erasmus decision
Former Springbok head coach Nick Mallet has broken ranks, broadly coming out in support of the World Rugby's decision to sanction …
Ian Cameron
22 Nov 2021, 10:43
'I'm on the ref's case' - SA TV pundits lash referees in Bok loss
South African television pundits are picking the flesh off the bones on referee Andrew Brace's performance during England and the …
Ian Cameron
22 Nov 2021, 8:08
English rugby's loss of Kpoku symptomatic of looming salary cap bottleneck
English rugby can expect to see more exits from the league in the vein of rising second row talent Joel Kpoku as a number of facto…
Ian Cameron
22 Nov 2021, 6:10
'Scumbag' - Ref mic picks up O'Mahony firing off at serial offender Lavanini
An exchange between Ireland's Peter O'Mahoney and Argentina's Tomas Lavanini during their one-sided Autumn Nation Series in Dublin…
Ian Cameron
21 Nov 2021, 13:04
All Blacks in 'freefall' - How NZ media are reacting to French loss
New Zealand's latest boilover loss in Paris last night against France, a week after they were floored in Dublin, is the first time…
Ian Cameron
21 Nov 2021, 6:31
Gordon D'Arcy blasts 'patronising' All Blacks following Coles on-field snipe
Former Ireland centre Gordon D'Arcy has blasted the All Blacks, who he described as 'patronising' following their defeat to Irelan…
Ian Cameron
20 Nov 2021, 15:59
France player ratings vs New Zealand | Autumn Nations Series
France player ratings: It was billed as the biggest game of the Autumn Nations Series from a neutral's perspective and it didn't f…
Ian Cameron
20 Nov 2021, 15:50
Former on field foe tips Ireland to break World Cup hoodoo
A one-time foe of Ireland's believes that the men in green can finally break their Rugby World Cup hoodoo and make it through to t…
Ian Cameron
20 Nov 2021, 4:15
Handre Pollard to Leicester Tigers more than an Instagram rumour
Rumours linking Springboks Handre Pollard with a move to Leicester Tigers could be more than mere speculation - RugbyPass understa…
Ian Cameron
18 Nov 2021, 15:32
France name team for mouthwatering battle with All Blacks
France have named their side to take on Ian Foster's All Blacks in what's been widely billed as potentially the best game of the A…
Ian Cameron
18 Nov 2021, 5:53
Rassie Erasmus branded 'prat' and 'numpty' by renowned UK rugby writer
Springboks Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus has been branded a 'prat' by renowned UK rugby writer Stephen Jones.
Ian Cameron
16 Nov 2021, 6:44
Dragon gets Wales re-call as Pivac jettisons Cardiff forward
Wales have released Kirby Myhill back to Cardiff in favour of re-calling the more experienced Elliot Dee to the squad.
Ian Cameron
15 Nov 2021, 11:20
Johnny Sexton ruled out of Argentina clash
Johnny Sexton has been ruled out of Ireland's match against Argentina next Sunday, their final game of the Autumn Nations Series. …
Ian Cameron
15 Nov 2021, 7:18
'Travesty' - Bok fans furious over shock omission from World Rugby awards
Springboks fans are irate at the lack of South African representation in World Rugby's end-of-year awards shortlists.
Ian Cameron
15 Nov 2021, 5:43
The problem Clive Woodward sees with starting Tuilagi on the wing vs Boks
World Cup winning coach Sir Clive Woodward believes there is a major issue with starting Manu Tuilagi out of position on the wing …
Ian Cameron
15 Nov 2021, 3:29
Scotland rally from half-time deficit to defeat 14-woman Japan
Scotland Women beat Japan 36-12 to record a third consecutive victory but only after overturning a half-time deficit against their…
Ian Cameron
14 Nov 2021, 14:43
Wales player ratings vs Fiji | Autumn Nations Series
Wales player ratings: Wayne Pivac's men faced the ignominy of dropping out of the top 10 in World Rugby's ranking if they lost to…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
14 Nov 2021, 11:29
Wales forced into late change after Friday training injury
Wales have been forced into a late change ahead of their game with Fiji at the Principality Stadium this afternoon.
Ian Cameron
14 Nov 2021, 3:44
England player ratings vs Australia | Autumn Nations Series
England player ratings:  Despite Australia's excellent run of form in 2021, England came into this contest as heavy favourites.
Opinion
Ian Cameron
13 Nov 2021, 13:42
IRFU statement: Positive test scare 'resolved'
The IRFU have confirmed that they have 'resolved' the positive COVID-19 scare that had thrown a spanner in the works of this weeke…
Ian Cameron
12 Nov 2021, 15:25
Ellis Jenkins eyes a return to his best after impressive Wales comeback
Ellis Jenkins insists he is a work in progress after making an exceptional Test rugby return that augers well for Wales’ 2023 Wo…
Ian Cameron
08 Nov 2021, 3:00
'I'll probably get in **** for that' - Wallabies 'waterboy' latest to draw fire
Wallabies scrum coach Petrus du Plessis surmised that he might be in trouble after he become the latest waterboy to be involved in…
Ian Cameron
07 Nov 2021, 11:02
Fabien Galthie's France call-up 14 players
France have called up a total of 14 players into their national camp following their victory over the Pumas in Paris last night. …
Ian Cameron
07 Nov 2021, 8:21
'Absolute melt' - Pitch invader dubbed Wales' least popular person
A pitch invader who appeared to get in the way of a possible try for Wales has been dubbed the least popular person in the nation.…
Ian Cameron
06 Nov 2021, 15:29
Wales player ratings vs Springboks | Autumn Nations Series
Wales player ratings: Despite having lost the services of totemic skipper Alun Wyn Jones and back rower Ross Moriarty to injuries,…
Ian Cameron
06 Nov 2021, 14:36
Jarvo 69 strikes again, this time at the Aviva Stadium
Serial pitch invader Daniel Jarvis - AKA Jarvo69 - has struck again, this time at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.
Ian Cameron
06 Nov 2021, 8:29
Training ground claims another Wales player
Wales have lost another player, this time due to an injury sustained in training.
Ian Cameron
05 Nov 2021, 15:23
England player dropped by phone at 6.30am in training ground car park
Professional rugby can be a brutal business and getting dropped by your national setup can Test the resolve of even the most thick…
Ian Cameron
05 Nov 2021, 12:54
The one issue Clive Woodard has with England's selection for Tonga
Former World Cup-winning England head coach Clive Woodard has said that Eddie Jones' selection for Tonga is faultless - with one e…
Ian Cameron
05 Nov 2021, 5:15
ProD2 side sack former Clermont scrumhalf over on-field comments
ProD2 side Provence have fired former Clermont scrumhalf Ludovic Radosavljevic after he was reprimanded for racially abusing an op…
Ian Cameron
04 Nov 2021, 5:45
'That cost us the series' - Rees-Zammit criticises Warren Gatland's Lions tour
Wales winger Louis Rees-Zammit has gone on record that he felt Warren Gatland got the British and Irish Lions tactics wrong in Sou…
Ian Cameron
04 Nov 2021, 5:07
Bath kit manager charged by RFU over comments to referee
Bath's kit manager could be in hot water for comments he allegedly made to referee Ian Tempest during his side's loss to Wasps ove…
Ian Cameron
01 Nov 2021, 10:20
Springboks star to miss Wales game over visa issues
Springboks star Sbu Nkosi is set to miss South Africa's Autumn Nations Seris showdown with Wales due to visa issues.
Ian Cameron
01 Nov 2021, 9:40
Former Scotland and Wales boss' Rugby Australia future in doubt - report
Major doubt has been cast over the future of Scott Johnson at Rugby Australia, with a report suggesting the cash-strapped union ma…
Ian Cameron
01 Nov 2021, 8:37
Jack Nowell posts photo of knees after game on Gloucester's new 3G pitch
Exeter Chiefs star and critic of artificial pitches Jack Nowell has posted fresh images of his knees after injuring them playing o…
Ian Cameron
31 Oct 2021, 12:00
Wales player ratings vs New Zealand | Autumn Nations Series
Depleted Wales faced a Herculean task as they tackled New Zealand in their Autumn Nations Series opener at a sold-out Principality…
Ian Cameron
30 Oct 2021, 13:18
Scotland player ratings vs Tonga | Autumn Nations Series
Scotland player ratings: Scotland’s opening match of the 2021 Autumn Nations Series saw a rare joint captaincy of the team...
Ian Cameron
30 Oct 2021, 9:34
'On the field a total disaster. Off the field, a total disaster... a nadir for American rugby'
A former US Eagle has branded America's annihilation at the hands the All Blacks a 'nadir' for the sport in the US and a much-need…
Ian Cameron
29 Oct 2021, 14:19
Wales call up Ulster hooker as cover for Ken Owens
Ulster have had to look to Ireland to supply them with a Welsh qualified hooker following an injury to frontrow veteran Ken Owens.…
Ian Cameron
29 Oct 2021, 10:21
Ireland international Sammy Arnold to exit Connacht for Top 14
Connacht centre Sammy Arnold will leave the province at the end of the season and head to France, it has been confirmed.
Ian Cameron
29 Oct 2021, 8:56
Obano ruled out of Six Nations as Bath seek cover for two England stars
England prop Ben Obano will miss the 2022 Guinness Six Nations and possibly the entire season after Bath confirmed that the prop h…
Ian Cameron
28 Oct 2021, 9:21
'Angry, sad, confused, betrayed' - Heartbroken Kerevi says truth will come out
Blockbusting Wallabies centre Samu Kerevi has taken to social media to address his withdrawal from Australia's tour of Europe this…
Ian Cameron
28 Oct 2021, 6:34
'It hurts' - Quade Cooper breaks silence on shock Wallabies withdrawl
Wallabies standoff Quade Cooper has taken to social media following his shock withdrawal from the Wallabies tour of Europe, which …
Ian Cameron
28 Oct 2021, 5:40
'It can get overbearing' - Baber admits pressure of Fiji job got to him
The pressure of coaching Fiji's national Sevens side got to Gareth Baber, the Olympic gold-winning coach has admitted.
Ian Cameron
28 Oct 2021, 5:18
Big name casualties as Eddie Jones names 34-man England Autumn squad
England head coach Eddie Jones has named his Autumn Nations Series squad, but none of September's big-name omissions have been rec…
Ian Cameron
18 Oct 2021, 9:00
Henshaw to take 'limited part' in training as Sexton picks up hip injury
Ireland centre Robbie Henshaw is set to take a limited part in Leinster training this week, with the clock ticking on his returnin…
Ian Cameron
18 Oct 2021, 8:38
Scrumhalf market price to rocket in France amid spate of injuries
The market value of scrumhalves in France has just been turned up to 11 after a spate of injuries to some of the Top 14's best ope…
Ian Cameron
18 Oct 2021, 6:49
'I wish I was joking' - The email that turned Mike Phillips' stomach
Legendary Welsh scrumhalf Mike Phillips has detailed in a new book his last days as a Wales player and lifted the lid on what he s…
Ian Cameron
17 Oct 2021, 15:24
'He does not come back on the pitch' - The latest bizarre waterboy incident
Once again an incident involving a water carrier is making rugby headlines - this time in the Gallagher Premiership.
Ian Cameron
17 Oct 2021, 11:42
Six players facing potential England fork in the road moments
Two years out from the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France, Eddie Jones' 2021 Autumn Series England squad is one in which he may be tem…
Ian Cameron
17 Oct 2021, 6:15
England flanker Tom Curry the latest to criticise Gatland's Lions regime
Sale Sharks flanker Tom Curry has become the latest British & Irish Lions player to criticise Warren Gatland's tactics during the …
Ian Cameron
16 Oct 2021, 8:17
Two former Quins and a Saint set for Tel Aviv Heat debuts in Georgia
Two former Harlequins players and an ex-Northampton Saint have been named in the starting line-up for Tel Aviv Heat in their Rugby…
Ian Cameron
16 Oct 2021, 5:42
Ireland wing Keith Earls lifts lid on Bipolar 2 diagnosis
Ireland and Munster wing Keith Earls has lifted the lid on a diagnosis of Bipolar 2 in an appearance on an Irish television talk s…
Ian Cameron
16 Oct 2021, 5:09
'King' Carlos Spencer makes MLR switch
All Blacks great and former Auckland Blues coach Carlos Spencer has revealed that he is to join up with NOLA Gold in 2022.
Ian Cameron
15 Oct 2021, 10:30
Lions duo to face-off in URC debuts
Bundee Aki and Tadhg Beirne are set to make their URC debuts as they return for Connacht and Munster respectively this weekend in …
Ian Cameron
15 Oct 2021, 7:54
'He chats so much s*** on the pitch' - the England star that 'went' in for LRZ
While professional rugby is an altogether more sanitised workplace these days, there's still room for on field chat and 'niggle' b…
Ian Cameron
14 Oct 2021, 12:12
'Total nightmare' - Saracens' lowest ebb during year in Championship
Saracens Chairman Neil Golding says he wants the club to be the 'poster children' for adhering to the salary cap as they look to r…
Ian Cameron
14 Oct 2021, 7:45
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