Ian Cameron

'You've got to give us time to set' - Farrell furious as on-field ref row erupts over controversial Josh Adams try

A controversial try for Wales wing Adams saw Owen Farrell and referee Pascal Gaüzère locked in a verbal argument in the Six Nati…

Ian Cameron

27 Feb 2021, 12:30

'So stupid' - Jack Nowell tweet divides opinion after latest Prem red card

England winger Jack Nowell has divided opinion on Twitter after his take on the Gallagher Premiership red card, one of a litany of…

Ian Cameron

26 Feb 2021, 16:27

Stuart Barnes drops cryptic hint about 2021 Lions tour plans

Rugby pundit Stuart Barnes has dropped a cryptic Tweet concerning this year's endangered British and Irish Lions of South Africa a…

Ian Cameron

26 Feb 2021, 14:58

Ireland could drop to lowest world ranking ever this weekend

Ireland could drop to their lowest spot ever on the World Rugby Rankings table - the governing body have revealed.

Ian Cameron

26 Feb 2021, 11:27

Townsend statement: 'It remains our position that we want to have all our eligible players available to us for that fixture'

Scotland Head Coach Gregor Townsend has reacted to news that this Sunday's Guinness Six Nations' fixture between France versus Sco…

Ian Cameron

25 Feb 2021, 10:06

France versus Scotland officially postponed

The France v Scotland game has been officially postponed - the Six Nations has confirmed.

Ian Cameron

25 Feb 2021, 7:36

REPORTS: France vs Scotland to be cancelled

French media are reporting that this Sunday's Guinness Six Nations match between France v Scotland is set to be postponed.

Ian Cameron

25 Feb 2021, 7:02

Private money to back Fiji franchise entry into Super Rugby 2022

A proposal that would see Fiji enter a franchise into Super Rugby in 2022 has taken a major step forward, the Fijian Rugby Union h…

Ian Cameron

24 Feb 2021, 10:02

Eddie Jones 'wrong man for the job' and Farrell 'shouldn't be involved' says former Lions back row

Eddie Jones is not the right man for the job and captain Owen Farrell should be dropped is the advice that former British and Iris…

Ian Cameron

22 Feb 2021, 15:57

Harry Randall withdrawn from England squad

Bristol Bears scrumhalf Harry Randall has been withdrawn from the England squad after sustaining an ankle injury that appears to h…

Ian Cameron

21 Feb 2021, 15:20

'He absolutely threw me around like a rag doll' - The time Ryan Wilson accidentally 'cheap shotted' Jerry Collins

Former Scotland skipper Ryan Wilson has recalled a brief run-in with legendary rugby hardman Jerry Collins when the pair squared o…

Ian Cameron

21 Feb 2021, 14:14

REPORT: Five France players now ruled out as two more test positive

Two more French players have tested positive for Covid-19, bringing to five the total number of players that will be out of action…

Ian Cameron

21 Feb 2021, 10:21

'It was a surprising comment' - Jones bats back at former England fullback Mike Brown

England head coach Eddie Jones has returned fire at his former fullback, Mike Brown, who suggested that no one within England camp…

Ian Cameron

21 Feb 2021, 8:19

Video: Ben Kay proves the weekend's most debated call was absolutely right

Former England second row Ben Kay has Tweeted a video that proves beyond doubt that referee Christophe Ridley was absolutely corre…

Ian Cameron

21 Feb 2021, 7:22

Sharks CEO addresses Itoje and Kolbe rumours

The CEO of South African franchise the Sharks has addressed rumours linking Springbok winger Cheslin Kolbe and England lock Maro I…

Ian Cameron

20 Feb 2021, 10:31

'They are the worst for it' - Wilson explains why locks are avoided during contact sessions

When it comes to contact sessions, it's a good idea to say well clear of second rows - at least according to Glasgow Warriors No.8…

Ian Cameron

20 Feb 2021, 9:25

French Rugby statement: Two more France players test positive

Two more French players have tested positive for the coronavirus, French Rugby have confirmed in a statement.

Ian Cameron

20 Feb 2021, 7:57

'A near faultless player' - How the rugby world is reacting to Dan Carter's retirement

The rugby world is entering a new reality, one in which Dan Carter is no longer a professional rugby player.

Ian Cameron

20 Feb 2021, 7:29

'Hoggy, I respect you, but do that again and I will kill you' - the Glasgow team bus incident that left Scotland captain terrified

Glasgow Warriors No.8 Ryan Wilson has recounted a tail of how Scotland captain Stuart Hogg bit off more than he could chew during …

Ian Cameron

20 Feb 2021, 6:55

Saracens deploy 9 internationals in 27-man matchday line-up for Coventry

Saracens will deploy nine internationals in their 27-man matchday team to host Coventry in the hope of landing their second pre-se…

Ian Cameron

19 Feb 2021, 13:17

'No longer any doubt' over Lima Sopoaga and Lyon deal - reports

French media are claiming that there is 'no longer' any doubt' over Wasps flyhalf Lima Sopaga joining Lyon, a move reported late l…

Ian Cameron

19 Feb 2021, 8:28

REPORT: Teddy Thomas set to sign with Toulouse

After being told he would not be needed at Racing 92 past this season, French wing star Teddy Thomas has been linked with one of t…

Ian Cameron

15 Feb 2021, 13:20

Stockdale one of five Ireland stars listed as 'unavailable' through injury in Ulster medical update

Five Ireland internationals are among eight Ulster players currently unavailable for selection, the province have confirmed.

Ian Cameron

15 Feb 2021, 12:23

'Poor comments from me' - Watson backtracks on emotional red card outburst

Scotland flanker Hamish Watson has backtracked on comments he made in the immediate aftermath of Scotland's loss to Wales at the w…

Ian Cameron

15 Feb 2021, 5:36

REPORT: Cautiously optimistic news emerges on Jack Willis injury

Wasps flanker Jack Willis may not have ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in England's Round 2 match with Italy at Twic…

Ian Cameron

14 Feb 2021, 15:43

Irish player ratings vs France - 2021 Six Nations

They say forwards win rugby matches but this was maybe a case of Ireland's backs being unable to capitalise on their pack's domina…

Ian Cameron

14 Feb 2021, 10:11

Matt Dawson becomes latest big name to call for Owen Farrell to be dropped by England

Former British and Irish Lions scrum-half Matt Dawson is the latest big name in English rugby to call for skipper Owen Farrell to …

Ian Cameron

14 Feb 2021, 9:11

'The laws should change NOW' - calls for action after 'horrible' Jack Willis injury

There have been calls to change the laws around 'crocodile rolls' and 'can opener' rucking after a nasty looking injury to England…

Ian Cameron

13 Feb 2021, 15:19

'Harsh' - Zander Fagerson red card has divided opinion, splitting pundits online

A red card for Scottish prop Zander Fagerson - which once again skewed a Six Nations match in favour of Wales - has split rugby op…

Ian Cameron

13 Feb 2021, 14:53

Wales player ratings vs Scotland - 2021 Six Nations

Wales player ratings: You sensed Wales came to Scotland with their tails up but little did they know they would they once against …

Ian Cameron

13 Feb 2021, 12:15

'Terrible call' - Owen Farrell appears to get off Scot-free after latest questionable hit

Owen Farrell is the subject of debate yet again online after the England centre appeared to get away with a hit that left both he …

Ian Cameron

13 Feb 2021, 10:57

'Ludicrous' - Jonny May's airborne finish has England fans going nuts online

Flying wing Jonny May has the internet salivating once again after a phenomenal finish extended England's lead over Italy at Twick…

Ian Cameron

13 Feb 2021, 10:21

'Gripping start to this wooden spoon decider' - Italy shock England with outstanding try after just 3 minutes

Those forecasting an English hammering of Guinness Six Nations whipping boys Italy were given a rude awakening when a fired-up Azz…

Ian Cameron

13 Feb 2021, 9:44

Nigel Owens: Red card could haunt rest of Peter O'Mahony's career

Referee Nigel Owens backs referee Wayne Barnes decision to red card Ireland's Peter O'Mahony in last weekend's Guinness Six Nation…

Ian Cameron

13 Feb 2021, 5:07

REPORT: Bath lock Elliott Stooke charged with drink driving

Bath lock Elliott Stooke has been charged with drink driving following a road traffic incident that ultimately led to the revelati…

Ian Cameron

12 Feb 2021, 12:20

RFU scrap relegation for 2021, Premiership goes to 13 teams

There will be no relegation from the Gallagher Premiership or the RFU Championship in 2021, it has been decided.

Ian Cameron

12 Feb 2021, 9:58

'It was a bit weird' - How Alun Wyn Jones and Jake Ball burried the hatchet in 'awkward' behind the scenes moment

Wales skipper Alun Wyn Jones and Jake Ball have metaphorically kissed and made-up after their behind the scenes bust-up last week …

Ian Cameron

12 Feb 2021, 9:37

England centre Joseph among three suspended for breaching Covid protocols in same incident

Three Gallagher Premiership players have been given suspension after they were found to have breached UK government protocols.

Ian Cameron

11 Feb 2021, 14:24

REPORT: Five clubs now chasing Danny Cipriani signature

Five clubs in three leagues are said to be interested in signing ex-England ace Danny Cipriani - Sky Sports are reporting.

Ian Cameron

11 Feb 2021, 5:30

Just one Englishman makes cut as McGeechan floods his Lions XV with Scots

British and Irish Lions guru Sir Ian McGeechan has rewarded form and selected no less than eight Scottish players into his latest …

Ian Cameron

08 Feb 2021, 8:58

'They're just not good enough' - Warburton calls for Italy to face Six Nations relegation playoff

Sam Warburton has lost patience with Italy, suggesting that the Azzurri must now face a relegation playoff to justify their ongoin…

Ian Cameron

07 Feb 2021, 13:10

Wales player ratings vs Ireland | 2021 Six Nations

Wales player ratings: Both sides came into this fixture with plenty to prove, but the stakes were always going to higher for Wales…

Ian Cameron

07 Feb 2021, 12:26

'So dumb' - No sympathy as Peter O'Mahony becomes first Irish player to be red carded in the Six Nations

There was very little sympathy online for Ireland flanker Peter O'Mahony who was sent off for head-high contact with Wales prop To…

Ian Cameron

07 Feb 2021, 10:48

REPORT: Alun Wyn Jones punched in training ground incident

Welsh skipper Alun Wyn Jones will take to the field with a black eye after getting punched in a training ground incident.

Ian Cameron

07 Feb 2021, 7:12

'Enough is enough' - Mike Brown wants Owen Farrell dropped

Mike Brown believes it is time that his former teammate, Owen Farrell, is dropped by Eddie Jones to give England's dangerous backl…

Ian Cameron

07 Feb 2021, 5:51

Jake White reveals the one, simple criteria selectors look for in elite rugby players

When it comes to selecting elite rugby players, you'd be hard pushed to find a more qualified person to talk on the subject than W…

Ian Cameron

07 Feb 2021, 3:04

England player ratings vs Scotland | 2021 Six Nations

England player ratings: England came into this fixture having not lost to Scotland at Twickenham in 38 years, which brought its ow…

Ian Cameron

06 Feb 2021, 12:47

Saracens name team for Ealing Trailfinders revenge mission

Saracens have named their team ahead of their home fixture against Ealing Trailfinders which is due to kick-off at the StoneX Stad…

Ian Cameron

05 Feb 2021, 13:00

Israel Folau bombarded with 'gay pornography' after joining team Whats App group

Former Wallaby fullback Israel Folau was 'bombarded with gay pornography' after joining his team's Whats App group, according to o…

Ian Cameron

05 Feb 2021, 10:38

Grenoble claim they've signed Mulipola, a day after Dean Richards rubbished the move

Grenoble have claimed that they have signed Samoan tighthead Lologovi'i Mulipola, just a day after Newcastle Falcons Director of R…

Ian Cameron

05 Feb 2021, 9:50

'I wouldn't have any bother saying that to his face' - Former Ireland international doesn't rate Dan Lydiate recall

Former Ireland flanker Stephen Ferris doesn't rate Welsh re-call Dan Lydiate, believing the Ospreys blindside is well past his bes…

Ian Cameron

05 Feb 2021, 5:31

The two projected Wales backline calls in the aftermath of Josh Adams' ban

The knock-on effects of Josh Adams two-match ban following a breach of covid protocols has left Welsh fans guessing as to team sel…

Ian Cameron

04 Feb 2021, 13:00

Rugby Europe explain confusing situation after Belgium government stepped in to stop national team leaving country

Romania have been awarded a bonus-point victory over Belgium as they were unable to fulfill their postponed 2020 Rugby Europe fixt…

Ian Cameron

04 Feb 2021, 11:52

LNR issue statement backing World Rugby on controversial international window direction change

The League Nationale de Rugby (LNR) have rowed into behind Worl Rugby's decision to back maintaining twin international windows in…

Ian Cameron

04 Feb 2021, 11:00

Fabien Galthie names France team for Italian job

Head coach Fabien Gathie has named his France team to take on Italy at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on Saturday in the opening roun…

Ian Cameron

04 Feb 2021, 6:49

Stormers back row Jaco Coetzee joins Bath as club confirm Mercer exit

Bath have confirmed the signing of Jaco Coetzee from the Stormers, a replacement for Zach Mercer, who the club confirmed is leavin…

Ian Cameron

01 Feb 2021, 14:37

Report: Mulipola set to leave Newcastle Falcons for ProD2 deal

Juggernaut tighthead and crowd favourite Logovi'i Mulipola is set to leave Newcastle Falcons at the end of the current Premiership…

Ian Cameron

01 Feb 2021, 10:27

Report: Louis Picamoles to join Bordeaux Begles

Veteran French No.8 Louis Picamoles will leave Montpellier at the end of the season to link up with high-flying Bordeaux Begles, i…

Ian Cameron

01 Feb 2021, 9:41

Casualties as Galthie cuts France Six Nations squad to 31

Number 8 Gregory Alldritt is back in the France squad as Fabien Galthie named his finalised 31-man Six Nations.

Ian Cameron

31 Jan 2021, 12:47

'I found that very difficult' - O'Driscoll's training gripe with Gatland after being dropped in 2013

Former Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll has admitted to one of the hardest things to deal with after getting dropped by Warren Gat…

Ian Cameron

31 Jan 2021, 9:28

Saints issue update on England fullback following horror mid-air collision that mared win over Gloucester

Northampton Saints have issued an update on George Furbank after he was injured in a brutal mid-air collision in his side's win ov…

Ian Cameron

31 Jan 2021, 6:09

Report: Australia offer to host British and Irish Lions tour

Sunday Times rugby pundit Stephen Jones is reporting that Australia have offered to come to the help of the imperiled British and …

Ian Cameron

30 Jan 2021, 16:09

Borthwick comments muddy the waters over Taufua's Leicester exit

Comments made by Leicester Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick have thrown some doubt over Jordan Taufua's exit from the club.

Ian Cameron

30 Jan 2021, 11:08

Report: Bordeaux go cold on CJ Stander, have eyes on legendary French No.8

Bordeaux Begles are no longer interested in Ireland and Munster No.8, CJ Stander, at least not according to reports from France.

Ian Cameron

30 Jan 2021, 7:44

'We are really dismayed' - Romania go to war to stop government annexing revamped stadium

The Romanian Rugby Union are currently locked in a battle to stop their government from annexing their revamped national stadium.

Ian Cameron

30 Jan 2021, 6:14

McBryde comments about Welsh regional rugby have touched a raw nerve in his native lands

Leinster forwards coach Robin McBryde has touched a nerve in Wales after an interview he gave on the BBC's Welsh rugby podcast, Sc…

Ian Cameron

29 Jan 2021, 10:47

Tadhg Furlong to play first game in 11 months

Ireland and Lions star Tadhg Furlong is set to play his first game of rugby in 11 months after being named in the Leinster side th…

Ian Cameron

29 Jan 2021, 7:26

McKay leaves Scottish Rugby for Celtic FC

Scottish Rugby have confirmed that Chief Operating Officer Dominic McKay will leave the organisation to take up the role Chief Exe…

Ian Cameron

29 Jan 2021, 4:13

Leicester Tigers on brink of signing Springbok Marco van Staden

Leicester Tigers may already with have a replacement for Jordan Taufua, with Marco van Staden and the club very close to agreeing …

Ian Cameron

29 Jan 2021, 3:02

Rumours: CJ Stander linked with Bordeaux

Speculation is once again mounting around CJ Stander's future with Munster and Ireland, with the forward being linked to a move to…

Ian Cameron

28 Jan 2021, 16:02

World Rugby say they will break 'match attendance record' at 2021 Women's Rugby World Cup

World Rugby have said they believe they will break the competition attendance record with the 2021 Women's Rugby World Cup, which …

Ian Cameron

28 Jan 2021, 13:22

Forgotten Ireland wing among 3 contract extensions at Ulster

Former Ireland winger Craig Gilroy is among three players to agree contract extensions at Ulster, the province have confirmed.

Ian Cameron

28 Jan 2021, 12:01

Buffalo Bill's latest call is relatively good news for Christian Wade's NFL future

The dream is still alive for Christian Wade in the NFL as he is set to included in at least another season with the Buffalo Bills.

Ian Cameron

28 Jan 2021, 7:32

Lavanini to leave Leicester Tigers for France

Giant Puma enforcer Tomas Lavanini is set to depart Leicester Tigers at the conclusion of the 2020/21 season to join Clermont in F…

Ian Cameron

28 Jan 2021, 7:00

Game starved Saracens have organised another two friendlies.

Saracens have organised two friendly fixtures against Coventry Rugby for February as they bid to get their squad some much-needed …

Ian Cameron

25 Jan 2021, 14:12

Joe Marler explains the 'personal reasons' behind his England withdrawal

England loosehead Joe Marler has taken to Twitter to explain the 'personal reasons' behind why he's withdrawing from England duty.…

Ian Cameron

25 Jan 2021, 9:11

Marler and Launchbury withdrawn from England squad

England have been forced to withdraw Harlequins prop Joe Marler and Wasps second row Joe Launchbury from their Guinness Six Nation…

Ian Cameron

25 Jan 2021, 8:37

'It just felt right' - Cameron Redpath explains choosing Scotland over England

Cameron Redpath says that choosing Scotland over England was a matter of timing, but admits 'it felt right' when he told his Scott…

Ian Cameron

24 Jan 2021, 14:09

'One of the greatest Italian rugby players of all time' - Leonardo Ghiraldini calls time on Test career

Italian hooker, Leonardo Ghiraldini, who won 107 caps for the Azzuri, has called time on a 14-year Test career.

Ian Cameron

24 Jan 2021, 12:27

Leinster and Wasps centre Brendan Macken retires at 29

Former Leinster, Wasps and London Irish centre Brendan Macken has hung up his boots at the age of 29.

Ian Cameron

24 Jan 2021, 10:32

'It was an accident' - The time James Botham spoke over Alun Wyn Jones and instantly regretted it

After a promising Autumn Nations Cup, Wales flanker James Botham was one of the surprise omissions from Wayne Pivac's Guinness Six…

Ian Cameron

24 Jan 2021, 10:07

'So many of you have asked' - Nigel Owens' offers take on hotly debated KO carry

Over the weekend a carry by Cardiff Blues frontrow Dmitri Arhip against local rivals Scarlets in the PRO14 ignited a debate over w…

Ian Cameron

24 Jan 2021, 6:41

Reports: Jaco Coetzee is Zach Mercer's rumoured replacement at Bath

Bath may have found their replacement for Montpellier bound No.8 Zach Mercer, at least according to social media reports last nigh…

Ian Cameron

24 Jan 2021, 4:59

'I have seen kick-offs go behind the kicker, seen conversions go through the posts and then back'

Ospreys head coach Toby Booth says his side will have to adapt to the Sportsground's notoriously inclement weather conditions if t…

Ian Cameron

23 Jan 2021, 11:45

Overseas stars on ice as Japanese Top League season pushed back

The start of Japanese Top League has been pushed back until February, the organisation have confirmed.

Ian Cameron

23 Jan 2021, 6:36

Alldritt's shock omission from the French squad explained

France star Gregory Alldritt has explained the circumstances that saw him removed from the national squad earlier this week.

Ian Cameron

23 Jan 2021, 5:16

Cockerill among three to miss flight to Italy

Head coach Richard Cockerill and two others have been forced to miss their flight to Italy to take on Zebre in Parma in the PRO14 …

Ian Cameron

23 Jan 2021, 4:52

'There were question marks maybe about his toughness' - the unlikely Welsh player England targeted at the 2015 RWC

Harlequins fullback Mike Brown has shed light on how England targeted Wales skipper Sam Warburton in the 2015 Rugby World Cup.

Ian Cameron

22 Jan 2021, 14:56

Eddie Jones names 28-man England Six Nations squad

Head coach Eddie Jones has named a reduced 28-man England Six Nations squad, but has still managed to spring at least one surprise…

Ian Cameron

22 Jan 2021, 11:31

Benetton sign Rhyno Smith in major coup for struggling PRO14 side

Benetton Rugby have landed a major coup with the confirmation of the signing of Rhyno Smith from the Cheetahs on a two and half ye…

Ian Cameron

22 Jan 2021, 6:42

Why South Africans make such good rugby players

There's probably not a professional team across the continent who can't boast at least one or two South Africans on their books.

Ian Cameron

22 Jan 2021, 5:28

Report: Ospreys interested in Wales and England qualified Super Rugby star

Welsh PRO14 outfit Ospreys are said to be interested in Highlanders utility back Michael Collins.

Ian Cameron

21 Jan 2021, 14:45

'We're not going to get relegated' - Gloucester CEO wants to scrap relegation

Gloucester CEO Lance Bradley says he wants to scrap relegation, for this season at least, as the result of dropping to the Champio…

Ian Cameron

21 Jan 2021, 10:40

Glasgow re-sign highly rated teenager Dobie

Nineteen-year-old Jamie Dobie has agreed to new terms with Glasgow Warriors, the club have confirmed.

Ian Cameron

21 Jan 2021, 8:36

Gregory Alldritt 'withdrawn' by France and replaced in Six Nations squad

France's star back row Grégory Alldritt has withdrawn from their 37-man squad which is currently preparing for the first match of…

Ian Cameron

21 Jan 2021, 8:05

Paul Gustard's 'other opportunities' don't include Wales defence role

Former Harlequins head coach Paul Gustard - who dramatically departed the Gallagher Premiership club mid-season - had not been lin…

Ian Cameron

21 Jan 2021, 6:49

Reports: 14-team Premiership could pull up relegation ladder next season

Premiership Rugby could be set to pull up the draw bridge and ring-fence the league next season, according to reports.

Ian Cameron

18 Jan 2021, 12:21

'Early on, Cipriani was brilliant... but things did change. When I became more of a threat'

Danny Cipriani's former understudy at Gloucester says that their relationship changed when he started becoming more of a threat to…

Ian Cameron

17 Jan 2021, 12:30

Bulking up - Rugby union's biggest body transformations

Be it gaining weight or shedding timber, body composition is never far from the mind of a professional rugby player.

Ian Cameron

17 Jan 2021, 9:58

Report: Rhys Patchell out of entire Six Nations

Welsh flyhalf Rhys Patchell is set to miss the entire 2021 Guinness Six Nations, The Rugby Paper are reporting.

Ian Cameron

17 Jan 2021, 7:44

Brutal injury sees Zebre's Australian wing Junior Laloifi out for 5 months

Zebre wing Junior Laloifi is set for five months on the sideline after sustaining a brutal injury in a recent match with Benetton …

Ian Cameron

17 Jan 2021, 6:51

French Rugby statement: £365million CVC Six Nations deal

The French Federation of Rugby (FFR) have approved CVC's five-year deal worth £365million that will see them buy into the Six Nat…

Ian Cameron

16 Jan 2021, 11:52

Former England centre won't be returning to rugby union any time soon

Former England centre Ben Te'o won't be returning to rugby union any time soon, after he penned a new contract at the Brisbane Bro…

Ian Cameron

16 Jan 2021, 5:40

Ealing Trailfinders sign Bobby de Wee

Ealing Trailfinders have confirmed that they signed South African Bobby de Wee from the Southern Kings.

Ian Cameron

15 Jan 2021, 12:56

The Ryan Baird at blindside experiment to continue in Leinster 'A' team

Leinster's trialling of highly-rated forward Ryan Baird at blindside is set to continue, with the erstwhile lock starting in the b…

Ian Cameron

15 Jan 2021, 5:34

'It was unbearable. I was scared... I was afraid I'd lose my job' - Fijian player who lifted ProD2 ref breaks silence

The player who hosted a referee into the air at the end of a ProD2 match in France has broken in silence in an interview with Midi…

Ian Cameron

14 Jan 2021, 12:27

'It's crazy' - Odogwu has had conversations with Italy and England

Wasps back Paolo Odogwu says he has had conversations with both Eddie Jones' England and Franco Smith's Italy, following a fine ve…

Ian Cameron

14 Jan 2021, 8:42

Clive Woodward was an 'absolutely rubbish' coach says one of his former London Irish players

He may have gone on to steer England to a Rugby World Cup in 2003, but one former player of his says Clive Woodward wasn't up to m…

Ian Cameron

13 Jan 2021, 3:40

Israel Folau linked with return to rugby union

Controversial cross-code athlete Israel Folau has been linked - albeit tenuously - with a move back to rugby union.

Ian Cameron

11 Jan 2021, 15:03

Mike Ruddock explains origin of Tadhg Furlong's famous nickname and how he used to address the prop

Tadhg Furlong is currently returning from a long injury lay-off is fighting to make it make in time to throw his hat in the ring f…

Ian Cameron

11 Jan 2021, 11:18

Alex Sanderson to be unveiled as new Sale Sharks DoR

Saracens' long-time forward guru Alex Sanderson is set to take over at Sale Sharks as director of rugby, RugbyPass understands.

Ian Cameron

10 Jan 2021, 14:00

Former Lions scrumhalf has Twitter account hacked

Former Scotland and British and Irish Lions scrumhalf Chris Cussiter has had his Twitter account hacked.

Ian Cameron

10 Jan 2021, 13:34

Mike Brown to sign for Newcastle Falcons

Former England stalwart Mike Brown is set to swap London for Newcastle, with the fullback set to link back up with former Harlequi…

Ian Cameron

10 Jan 2021, 12:00

'Disappointing from a British Lion' - Liam Williams ref comment after red card didn't play well with some fans

A comment made by Wales star Liam Williams after he was sent off in Scarlets derby match with Cardiff Blues has not played well wi…

Ian Cameron

10 Jan 2021, 5:21

Manu Tuilagi's projected return date as England centre races to be fit for Lions

Manu Tuilagi's race to be fit in time in for the Lions could come down to the wire, with Sale Sharks teammate Josh Beaumont projec…

Ian Cameron

10 Jan 2021, 3:09

Kyle Sinckler issues Twitter apology for 'heat of the moment' comment to referee Karl Dickson

Bristol Bears prop Kyle Sinckler has issued a Twitter apology after a comment he made to referee Karl Dickson during his side's vi…

Ian Cameron

09 Jan 2021, 15:23

'It's scary actually' - How one Sale Sharks teammate tells the Curry twins apart

Sale Sharks No.8 Josh Beaumont explains how he can tell Tom and Ben Curry - the club's identical twins - apart.

Ian Cameron

09 Jan 2021, 7:52

Springbok skipper Kolisi linked with Sharks

On the back of the landmark buyout of the Sharks in South Africa, rumours are now swirling linking Springbok captain Siya Kosili t…

Ian Cameron

09 Jan 2021, 5:55

Wasps sign Georgian international Lasha Jaiani

Wasps have signed Georgian international Lasha Jaiani, who featured for the Lelos in the recently concluded Autumn Nations Cup.

Ian Cameron

08 Jan 2021, 7:55

Dai Young takes over at Cardiff Blues

Dai Young returns to Cardiff Blues as interim head coach following the departure of John Mulvihill, the regions have confirmed.

Ian Cameron

07 Jan 2021, 11:50

US consortium take over Sharks in landmark deal

US consortium MVM Holdings have effectively taken over South Africa's Sharks franchise as their majority partner, the team have co…

Ian Cameron

07 Jan 2021, 10:12

Lyon confirm Puma Patricio Fernandez is leaving the club for long-term ProD2 deal

Lyon have confirmed that sometime Los Pumas flyhalf Patricio Fernández has left the club for Perpignan in the ProD2.

Ian Cameron

07 Jan 2021, 6:54

Bulls sign 'visionary' Hitoshi Ipponsugi in groundbreaking appointment

Jake White's Blue Bulls have created a new role in their coaching team, signing Hitoshi Ipponsugi as their Head of Athletic Perfor…

Ian Cameron

04 Jan 2021, 9:00

Not a single Scot has made Sam Warburton's latest Lions XV and there's no room for 3 Welsh legends

Former tour skipper Sam Warburton hasn't included a single Scotland player in his lastest Lions selection, but he has found room f…

Ian Cameron

04 Jan 2021, 8:43

Club tug of war over one of rugby highest paid players

The return of Johan Goosen to South Africa seems to be locked in, but whether the Cheetahs or the Bulls win the heart of the forme…

Ian Cameron

04 Jan 2021, 7:29

Family tragedies behind Diamond quitting Sale Sharks

Former Sale Sharks Director of Rugby Steve Diamond has opened up about a string of family tragedies that lead to him making the de…

Ian Cameron

04 Jan 2021, 5:18

'So inconsistent' - Scottish international who had to leave field after brutal hit calls out TMO decision

Gloucester star Chris Harris has called out a decision that led him being removed from the field for a HIA, yet saw no repercussio…

Ian Cameron

03 Jan 2021, 12:58

Montpellier sack Xavier Garbajosa mid-season, appoint former French boss Philippe Saint-Andre

Montpellier have parted ways with head coach Xavier Garbajosa and appointed former French head coach Philippe Saint André as his …

Ian Cameron

03 Jan 2021, 11:46

'I'd buy a ticket' - Alex Payne floats a compelling alternative 'Home Lions Tour' itinerary

With major doubt now cast over the viability of the British and Irish Lions to South Africa this summer, the suggestion that the L…

Ian Cameron

03 Jan 2021, 9:30

'This is disgusting' - Rugby reacts as a police called in to investigate racist abuse directed at Ashton Hewitt

The rugby community has come out to roundly condemn racist abuse directed at Dragons wing Ashton Hewitt.

Ian Cameron

02 Jan 2021, 10:07

'Consideration must surely be given' - Should the Six Nations be moved?

A radical Six Nations alternative is being suggested that could see fans back in stadiums and watching rugby - in the northern hem…

Ian Cameron

02 Jan 2021, 7:52

Welsh rugby star asks for help to track down racist Tweeter

Dragons rugby player Ashton Hewitt has asked the public for help in tracking down the person behind a racist Twitter account who t…

Ian Cameron

02 Jan 2021, 6:51

England centre Ollie Devoto linked with shock move to Wasps

England centre Ollie Devoto has been linked with a shock move away from double-winning Exeter Chiefs, with speculation suggesting …

Ian Cameron

31 Dec 2020, 10:30

ProD2 club swoop for Puma backrow Rodrigo Bruni

Backrow Rodrigo Bruni has become the latest Argentinian star to pick up a contract in Europe, with ProD2 side Vannes confirming th…

Ian Cameron

31 Dec 2020, 9:43

Brutal injury leaves Zebre captain out for 5 months

Zebre captain Giulio Bisegni is set to be sidelined for the rest of the PRO14 season, the club have confirmed.

Ian Cameron

31 Dec 2020, 6:11

Report: Edinburgh to sign yet another South African

Richard Cockerill's Edinburgh are apparently set to import another South African, according to reports from the Rainbow Nation.

Ian Cameron

27 Dec 2020, 6:34

Pablo Matera to make Stade Francais return

Argentinian captain Pablo Matera is set to make his Stade Francais return off the bench against Pau in the Top 14 today.

Ian Cameron

27 Dec 2020, 4:41

Leinster were set to switch Ryan Baird's position for Munster derby

Leinster were set to switch up the position of highly-rated second row Ryan Baird for their now postponed clash against Munster.

Ian Cameron

24 Dec 2020, 11:18

Every starting line-up for the Gallagher Premiership Christmas derbies

All of the starting line-ups for the Gallagher Premiership Round Four action this Boxing Day and Christmas weekend.

Ian Cameron

24 Dec 2020, 7:50

'Maybe Epi Taione could look at himself in the mirror and look at how he ran that union when he was president'

A former senior executive at World Rugby has criticised Dan Leo's 'Oceans Apart' documentary, which sought to lift the lid on the …

Ian Cameron

24 Dec 2020, 6:15

PRO14 statement: Munster versus Leinster postponed

The PRO14 have postponed Munster and Leinster's St Stephen's Day derby in Limerick after as Leinster 'investigate' findings of a r…

Ian Cameron

24 Dec 2020, 6:04

Report: Montpellier to sign Wallaby Paenga-Amosa to fill Springbok void

Midi Olympique report that MHR have agreed terms with Wallaby hooker Brandon Paenga-Amosa and that the Australian will join the cl…

Ian Cameron

21 Dec 2020, 10:23

'It's something I have to live with for the rest of my life' - Sonny Bill Williams' All Blacks regret

Cross code great Sonny Bill Williams has reflected on being the first All Black to be red-carded in 50 years during the British an…

Ian Cameron

21 Dec 2020, 4:43

'The most naturally gifted flyhalf in world rugby' - Plaudits flood in for Racing star Russell

The virtuoso performance put on by Racing 92 flyhalf Finn Russell has seen a deluge of plaudits rain in for the Scotland star.

Ian Cameron

20 Dec 2020, 13:23

Sam Parry posts gruesome image of injury that saw him needing nearly 20 stitches

Ospreys hooker Sam Parry has posted social media images of a gruesome-looking leg injury sustained playing against Worcester Warri…

Ian Cameron

20 Dec 2020, 9:57

England prop courts controversy with social media posts on latest UK lockdown measures

England prop Alec Hepburn has courted controversy after criticising the UK government over the imminent return to Tier 4 lockdown.…

Ian Cameron

20 Dec 2020, 9:24

Report: Alan Gilpin a 'sure thing' to replace Gosper as World Rugby CEO

Alan Gilpin is reportedly a sure thing to take over from Brett Gosper as the CEO of World Rugby, according to reports in the UK to…

Ian Cameron

20 Dec 2020, 7:19

Edinburgh struggling to keep 'Big Bill' Mata

Edinburgh are struggling to hold on to the services of Fijian No.8 Viliame Mata, who has attracted the interest of clubs in both E…

Ian Cameron

20 Dec 2020, 4:42

How Welsh scrum guru Adam Jones really rates the England front row

He may be one of the greatest tightheads Wales have ever produced, but Adam Jones 2.0 is often more concerned with how certain mem…

Ian Cameron

13 Dec 2020, 8:31

'Get the facts right' - Nadolo puts Pat Lam on blast over Radradra treatment claims

Fiji winger Nemani Nadolo has put Bristol Bears head of rugby Pat Lam on blast as the Gallagher Premiership side look to make a fo…

Ian Cameron

13 Dec 2020, 4:56

'That was pretty disrespectful' - Wasps hooker's unconventional try celebration raises hackles online

Tom Cruse took try celebrations to a whole different place against the Dragons today in the Heineken Champions Cup, raising eyebro…

Ian Cameron

12 Dec 2020, 15:24

'That is a pretty poor statement' - Ex-French hooker Kayser slams Saints boss over pre-Leinster selection comments

Benjamin Kayser has criticized Northampton Saints boss Chris Boyd after he suggested he would field a weekend team against Leinste…

Ian Cameron

12 Dec 2020, 12:30

'You've grabbed a player by the testicles' - Double red in bizarre Challenge Cup incident

A bizarre testicles grabbing incident in the Challenge Cup match between Stade Francais and Benetton saw two players sent from the…

Ian Cameron

12 Dec 2020, 9:31

Video - Kolbe inflicts sidestepping 'Groundhog Day' on Jacob Stockdale

Ulster Jacob Stockdale must be sick of the sight of Cheslin Kolble, the Toulouse winger who now surely stalks the Ulsterman's drea…

Ian Cameron

12 Dec 2020, 6:59

UAR statement: Los Pumas racism investigation

The Argentinian Rugby Union (UAR) has issued an update on their ongoing investigation into racist and xenophobic tweets sent by th…

Ian Cameron

11 Dec 2020, 7:08

'I was absolutely b*****ed' - James Lowe breaks silence on Chris Ashton's 'too big, too heavy, too slow' comments

James Lowe has responded to Chris Ashton's comments about how the Leinster star is 'too big, too heavy, too slow' following the Au…

Ian Cameron

11 Dec 2020, 6:19

'Do you think I left for nothing?' - Chris Ashton hints at why he left Sale Sharks mid-season

Former Sale Sharks winger Chris Ashton has hinted at the reasons as to why he left the club, hints that suggest he didn't leave be…

Ian Cameron

11 Dec 2020, 4:45

Andrew Brace withdrawn from refereeing duty in France over personal abuse

Andrew Brace has been removed from Heineken Champions Cup duty in France next weekend due to the personal abuse he was subjected t…

Ian Cameron

10 Dec 2020, 13:31

Ex-skipper Ryan Wilson responds to Eddie O'Sullivan's claims that Scotland are 'deluded'

Former Scotland skipper Ryan Wilson has responded to claims that Scotland are 'deluded' and implode under pressure.

Ian Cameron

10 Dec 2020, 12:54

'I know Harlequins are after a couple of our forwards' - Stormers address Siya Kolisi rumours

Stormers head coach John Dobson has addressed rumours around the future of World Cup-winning loose forward Siya Kolisi that have c…

Ian Cameron

10 Dec 2020, 10:47

Bristol Bears add long-awaited England qualified Super League star to official Heineken Champions Cup squad

He's been some time coming, but Ratu Siva Naulago looks to be in line to finally report for duty at Bristol Bears.

Ian Cameron

10 Dec 2020, 6:33

Pau effectively sack their head coaches mid-season

Pau have become the second French club to sack their head coaches mid-season in as many months after a string of losses in the Top…

Ian Cameron

10 Dec 2020, 4:38

World Rugby statement: Pablo Matera investigation

World Rugby have issued a statement welcoming the investigation into Pumas back row Pablo Matera over alleged racist social media …

Ian Cameron

07 Dec 2020, 15:52

Sam Warburton selects just 2 Englishmen in his British and Irish Lions XV

Former British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton raised some eyebrows today when he revealed a Lions XVs selection that featur…

Ian Cameron

07 Dec 2020, 15:27

Report: Saracens linked to Springbok No.9

South African media are reporting that sometime Springbok and current Bulls scrumhalf Ivan van Zyl is set to join Saracens.

Ian Cameron

07 Dec 2020, 11:03

Western Force sign three Pumas ahead of 2021 season

Australia's Western Force have swooped to sign three Pumas ahead of the 2021 season. Argentina internationals Tomás Lezana, Santi…

Ian Cameron

07 Dec 2020, 7:12

Wallabies forward Salakaia-Loto banned after pleading guilty to red card shocker

Hulking Wallabies forward Lukhan Salakaia-Loto has pleaded guilty to a dangerous tackle for his clobbering hit on Argentina's Sant…

Ian Cameron

07 Dec 2020, 5:22

Andy Goode offers an interesting theory on why TMO missed Billy Vunipola's knock-on

Former England flyhalf Andy Goode has given a rather unique take on the performance of the TMO in England's win over France.

Ian Cameron

06 Dec 2020, 16:45

'The drama!' - How social media reacted as the Autumn Nations Cup exploded into life on the final day

It took its time, but the Autumn Nations Cup finally exploded into life, delivering drama of the highest order in the final game.

Ian Cameron

06 Dec 2020, 11:48

'Le Farce?' - French fans revel as Les Bleus turn script on its head in first half

French fans are reveling in their side turning the tables on England in the first half of their Autumn Nations Cup finale at Twick…

Ian Cameron

06 Dec 2020, 9:52

'It's just deluded' - Irish TV pundits shred post-match comments made by Scotland's Stuart Hogg

Former Ireland head coach Eddie O'Sullivan and back row Stephen Ferris has derided Scotland captain Stuart Hogg's comments in the …

Ian Cameron

06 Dec 2020, 5:05

'Genuinely awful' - No fond farewell from rugby fans as Phil Kearns exits the commentary box, possibly for the last time

Fox Sports punidt Phil Kearns may never commentate again and rugby fans on Twitter weren't about to give him a fond farewell from …

Ian Cameron

05 Dec 2020, 15:02

Wales player ratings vs Italy - Autumn Nations Cup

Wales player ratings: The scoreline flattered the Welsh and you fancy they'll be relieved to limp out of 2020, the long ordeal ove…

Ian Cameron

05 Dec 2020, 13:59

Scotland player ratings vs Ireland - Autumn Nations Cup

Scotland player ratings: Going into this match Gregor Townsend's men will be happy with their lot, a string of wins for the men in…

Ian Cameron

05 Dec 2020, 9:18

Fiji player ratings vs Georgia - Autumn Nations Cup

Vern Cotter's Fiji came out of gates like rodeo bulls with a point to prove having missed all but the final weekend of the Autumn …

Ian Cameron

05 Dec 2020, 9:00

'Dull' - Little sympathy for Salakaia-Loto after red card shocker - Tri Nations

There was very little sympathy for Wallabies forward Lukhan Salakaia-Loto, who became the latest player given a straight red card …

Ian Cameron

05 Dec 2020, 5:50

Eddie Jones: Woodward's comments 'disrespectful to players'

England head coach Eddie Jones has hit back at comments made by his predecessor, Sir Clive Woodward, who claimed England's style o…

Ian Cameron

04 Dec 2020, 13:42

Romania's Octavian Morariu wins landslide Rugby Europe election

Presiding President of Rugby Europe, Octavian Morariu, has won re-election to the role in a landslide victory.

Ian Cameron

04 Dec 2020, 13:17

Tigers axe recruitment tzar as ruthless Welford Road clear-out continues

Leicester Tigers are continuing their clearout out of backroom staff at the club, as they confirmed the axing of recruitment tzar …

Ian Cameron

04 Dec 2020, 5:36

REPORT: Bath may have found their new 10 in Tian Schoeman

Netwerk24 are reporting that Cheetahs flyhalf Tian Schoeman is set to leave the side to pursue a career in the English West Countr…

Ian Cameron

30 Nov 2020, 11:52

What even is a forward pass? Controversial call leaves fans scratching their heads

What is a forward pass anyway? There seems to be two schools of thought on the matter, among both the general rugby public and, un…

Ian Cameron

29 Nov 2020, 15:28

Ireland player ratings vs Georgia - Autumn Nations Cup

Ireland player ratings: Georgia was always going to afford Andy Farrell a rare opportunity to experiment, and Farrell took that op…

Ian Cameron

29 Nov 2020, 11:29

'He is a Lions contender again' - the Welsh star who caught Ian McGeechan's eye

Nobody's 'Lion's eye' is more respected than that of Sir Ian McGeechan, whose musing are considered a major selection bellwether f…

Ian Cameron

29 Nov 2020, 7:26

Another airline has enraged rugby fans with a Autumn Nations Cup Twitter blunder

Fresh after British Airways infuriated Wales fans by wishing England 'good luck', another airline has followed suit with a rugby-r…

Ian Cameron

29 Nov 2020, 5:19

Ireland's 35 stone centre pairing is the heaviest in their Test history

A common refrain in Irish rugby circles is that the island of Ireland struggles to produce sizable rugby athletes.

Ian Cameron

29 Nov 2020, 2:54

'Thanks for all the Twitter TMO reviews' - Genge responds to headbutt accusations

England loosehead Ellis Genge has responded to claims that he headbutted Welsh prop Tomas Francis in his side's Autumn Nations Cup…

Ian Cameron

28 Nov 2020, 17:07

'Some say headbutt' - England prop could be in trouble after grainy video highlighted on Twitter

England prop Ellis Genge could have a case to answer after a grainy video suggests the replacement loosehead may have struck a Wel…

Ian Cameron

28 Nov 2020, 14:27

Wales player ratings vs England - Autumn Nations Cup

Wales player ratings: Never had Wales been such heavy underdogs going into a home game against bitter rivals England.

Ian Cameron

28 Nov 2020, 13:18

Forgotten Scotland wing to make first appearance in 22 months for Glasgow Warriors

Glasgow Warriors have welcomed back former Scotland winger Lee Jones, who is set to make his first competitive appearance for the …

Ian Cameron

28 Nov 2020, 8:28

'Very poor tweet' - British Airways tackled over England vs Wales pre-match message

British Airways have courted controversy after wishing England good luck in their Autumn Nations Cup match against Wales.

Ian Cameron

28 Nov 2020, 6:47

'Got winded by him once because he threw me into the scrum machine so hard' - the Hiberno-Saffa winning over ex-Test forwards

He may not be Ireland's first choice second row, but the brutal physicality showcased by Connacht's Quinn Roux has won plaudits fr…

Ian Cameron

26 Nov 2020, 9:11

France make 13 changes in experimental side for Italy - Autumn Nations Cup

France have named an experimental side to take Italy in the Autumn Nations Cup, with 13 changes to the team that beat Scotland in …

Ian Cameron

26 Nov 2020, 7:43

Video - Nonu and Parisse forced to restrain teammate after he puts hands on refereee

Ma'a Nonu and Sergio Parisse were forced to restrain a Toulon teammate after his remonstrations with the referee saw him place his…

Ian Cameron

23 Nov 2020, 7:14

'Zero chance' - Sir Clive Woodward: 'I knew there was no way Ireland could win that game'

World Cup-winning coach Sir Clive Woordward says Ireland had 'zero chance' of beating England in Twickenham and says his predictio…

Ian Cameron

23 Nov 2020, 5:02

Scotland player ratings vs France - Autumn Nations Cup

Scotland player ratings: Scotland came into this match seeking to win a six Tests in a row, the feat only accomplished twice since…

Ian Cameron

22 Nov 2020, 12:23

'Brian stop talking **** for 5 minutes' - Haskell hits out at BBC commentator Brian Moore

Things have kicked off on Twitter between BBC commentator Brian Moore and Amazon Prime's James Haskell, with the former England fl…

Ian Cameron

22 Nov 2020, 10:01

'You haven't played international rugby then' - Sam Warburton explains for newbies why teams kick so much ball away

Former Wales captain Sam Warburton took on the age-old refrain while doing punditry work for Wales versus Georgia.

Ian Cameron

22 Nov 2020, 7:24

Jonny May gives his take on the wonder try, which he is having issues remembering

The winger now has 31 tries for England, 18 behind Rory Underwood’s national record.

Ian Cameron

22 Nov 2020, 4:00

'Ridiculous call' - Ireland fans not impressed by 'strange' Nigel Owen's TMO intervention

Ireland fans weren't particularly impressed with Nigel Owens' performance as a TMO during England and Ireland's clash at Twickenha…

Ian Cameron

21 Nov 2020, 16:33

Wales player ratings vs Georgia - Autumn Nations Cup

WALES PLAYER RATINGS: A must-win Autumn Nations Cup match for Wayne Pivac and Wales, with the spectre of seven losses in a row too…

Ian Cameron

21 Nov 2020, 14:01

'Sam Simmonds could end up starting for the Lions and not get picked for England' - Twitter reacts to brothers' display

If ever the Simmonds brothers wanted to send a message to England head coach Eddie Jones, then this was the weekend.

Ian Cameron

21 Nov 2020, 5:00

'That's nonsense really' - Rugby union is not a 'posh Tory sport'

RFU Chief Executive Bill Sweeney has denied rugby union is a 'posh tory sport' after the game was the major benefactor from a £30…

Ian Cameron

20 Nov 2020, 12:10

Teams could be deducted 50pts at 'entry level' and relegated as Premiership Rugby reveal new salary cap regulations

Teams could be deducted 50 points as an entry-level and automatically relegated as punishment for breaches of the salary cap, Prem…

Ian Cameron

20 Nov 2020, 7:24

Former steroid using rugby player explains how you can tell James Haskell doesn't take 'gear'

James Smith explained how started taking steroids, how they didn't benefit him and how he can tell Haskell isn't on 'gear'.

Ian Cameron

19 Nov 2020, 12:55

Champion Chiefs roll out strong side for Harlequins despite missing stars

Exeter Chiefs have been able to roll out plenty of talent for their Gallagher Premiershop season opener against Harlequins this we…

Ian Cameron

19 Nov 2020, 9:22

Michael Cheika's full time switch to rugby league looks complete as new role revealed

Former Wallabies Michael Cheika has taken another major step in direction of rugby league, with news that he is to become the head…

Ian Cameron

19 Nov 2020, 5:57

'It is obviously a shame' - Sinoti Sinoti leaves Newcastle Falcons days before new season begins for 'personal reasons'

Electrifying winger Sinoti Sinoti has walked away from Newcastle Falcons, just days before the new season gets underway, for 'pers…

Ian Cameron

16 Nov 2020, 15:02

Technicality means Springboks could remain world no.1 despite not actually playing any rugby

The Springboks could remain the world's number one team indefinitely - as per World Rugby ranking system - despite not playing any…

Ian Cameron

16 Nov 2020, 12:45

Tigers voted most likely to be relegated in poll of their own locals

If polls are anything to go by, there isn't a great deal of local confidence in Leicester Tigers' chances of surviving the upcomin…

Ian Cameron

16 Nov 2020, 9:20

Wales plummet in World Rugby rankings

Wales' run of six consecutive is starting to take its toll on the world ranking figures, with Wayne Pivac's side plummeting follow…

Ian Cameron

16 Nov 2020, 8:08

Paddy Jackson named in London Irish 4-man 'leadership group'

London Irish have made the brave call of naming former Ireland flyhalf Paddy Jackson among the club's 4-man leadership group ahead…

Ian Cameron

16 Nov 2020, 6:31

'Harden up' - NZ commentator ridicules Pumas players and coaches for 'crying'

A former New Zealand commentator has derided the Pumas players and coaches for crying in the aftermath of their historic win over …

Ian Cameron

16 Nov 2020, 5:04

Top 14 boss openly admits interest in Zach Mercer

Bath flanker Zach Mercer is the latest player on the margins on the England set-up who is turning heads in France.

Ian Cameron

15 Nov 2020, 10:32

What Michael Cheika told pumped-up Pumas before their historic win over the All Blacks

If anyone can speak to the intensity needed to beat the All Blacks, then it's former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika, whose been 'a…

Ian Cameron

15 Nov 2020, 9:36

Reports: Bath and Lyon linked with England playmaker, Wasps linked with ex-Chiefs star

Bath Rugby have reportedly set their sights on Harlequins standoff and England prospect Marcus Smith - at least according to repor…

Ian Cameron

15 Nov 2020, 6:09

'Pivac out' - how the blue ticks are reacting to the latest loss for under pressure Wales boss

Pivac out? What a difference a year makes. In 2019, for a time, Wales were ranked the number one rugby side in the world.

Ian Cameron

14 Nov 2020, 14:01

Austin Healey fires off at Leicester Tigers after they 'cast aside' Geordan Murphy

Former England star Austin Healey has fired off at Leicester Tigers after they 'cast off' long-serving club stalwart Geordan Murph…

Ian Cameron

14 Nov 2020, 11:28

Scotland player ratings vs Italy - Autumn Nations Cup

Scotland player ratings: One can only presume that the Italian watched the Pumas upset win over New Zealand earlier in the day.

Ian Cameron

14 Nov 2020, 10:26

'This is an abject failure for NZ rugby' - How Twitter reacted to Los Pumas seismic win over the All Blacks

Much of the Northern Hemisphere rugby world woke up this morning to the shock news that Los Pumas had beaten the All Blacks for th…

Ian Cameron

14 Nov 2020, 5:56

Wales player ratings vs Ireland - Autumn Nations Cup

Wales player ratings: Wales came into this match with Ireland in the Aviva Stadium desperately in need of a win, after five losses…

Ian Cameron

13 Nov 2020, 16:15

'Absolute lunatic' - The anecdote that perfectly sums up Yoann Huget's unique approach to opponents

Last week former French international Yoann Huget announced that he was hanging up his boots after a storied career in the game.

Ian Cameron

13 Nov 2020, 8:55

Geordan Murphy has been sacked by Leicester Tigers

Leicester Tigers have parted company with Director of Rugby Geordan Murphy.

Ian Cameron

13 Nov 2020, 8:34

'It's a disgrace' - ex-Ireland flanker sickened by southern hemisphere's reaction to controversial red cards

Former Ireland and Munster back row Alan Quinlan has lashed out at the negative reactions to the red cards handed over the weekend…

Ian Cameron

09 Nov 2020, 8:17

After seeing the evidence, Jake White gives verdict on Springboks missing Rugby Championship

Jake White has given his verdict on whether or not the South African Rugby Union should have sent a Springboks side to the Rugby C…

Ian Cameron

08 Nov 2020, 7:08

'He doesn't look like he could lift 5kg but he's so, so strong. He's a natural freak'

He may not look like the stereotypical beefed up rugby player, but Scotland flyhalf Finn Russell is strong. Really strong. 

Ian Cameron

08 Nov 2020, 2:06

Bernard Le Roux on what really happened in that AWJ incident: 'I feel bad about it'

French forward Bernard Le Roux has given his side of story with regards to a citing complaint made against him following France's …

Ian Cameron

07 Nov 2020, 10:44

Gloucester CEO pens open letter implying Skivington is fixing Ackermann era errors

The CEO of Gloucester Rugby has suggested that new head coach George Skivington is mending the errors of the Johan Ackermann era a…

Ian Cameron

07 Nov 2020, 7:08

NZ pundit's withering response to those calling Bledisloe cards 'soft'

New Zealand pundit and commentator Scotty Stevenson has Tweeted the perfect repost to those calling the red cards handed out durin…

Ian Cameron

07 Nov 2020, 5:15

Exactly four years on from historic All Blacks win, Rob Kearney returns congrats to cousin Joe Biden

Exactly four years after Joe Biden congratulated Rob Kearney on Ireland's historic first victory over the All Blacks in Chicago, h…

Ian Cameron

06 Nov 2020, 12:46

Andy Farrell slams door shut on Ireland return for Simon Zebo

Former Ireland fullback Simon Zebo won't be returning from his international exile anytime soon, at least according to Ireland hea…

Ian Cameron

06 Nov 2020, 7:59

Antoine Dupont wins Six Nations Player of the Championship by a landslide

French scrumhalf Antoine Dupont has won the Six Nations Player of the Tournament award by a landslide, becoming the first Frenchma…

Ian Cameron

06 Nov 2020, 7:19

How All Blacks waterboy was 'given the word from upstairs' to get involved in controversial scuffle

Former All Blacks forward Liam Messam has revealed how he was ordered to invade the pitch to get involved in a Bledisloe Cup bust-…

Ian Cameron

06 Nov 2020, 2:37

The day George Gregan finally broke Justin Marshall

Writing in his column for TheXV.rugby, Marshall has shed light on the day Gregan's non-stop verbal barrage finally broke him durin…

Ian Cameron

05 Nov 2020, 12:40

Ex-Ireland head coach says Sexton threw Andy Farrell 'under the bus' with 'worst possible reaction'

A former Ireland head coach has accused Jonathan Sexton of throwing Andy Farrell under the bus with his reaction as he walked off …

Ian Cameron

05 Nov 2020, 4:22

'Pivac and Byron will be out within a year' - Welsh rugby insider predicts early change at top

It's been a tough weekend for Wales head coach Wayne Pivac and his coaching ticket, and one Welsh rugby insider is predicting the …

Ian Cameron

02 Nov 2020, 10:43

James Haskell reveals how much he could bench press at his peak

Jacked former England rugby star James Haskell has finally let slip how much he could bench press at his peak, a fact he has large…

Ian Cameron

02 Nov 2020, 6:17

'The group has no respect' - Agen sack coaches mid-season after humiliating, landslide loss

Agen Rugby have sacked their coaching ticket after they shipped a massive loss away to Bordeaux Begles.

Ian Cameron

01 Nov 2020, 14:03

Nigel Owens defends Brian Moore as BBC pundit apologises over bulimia comment

Brian Moore has apologised for his 'bad comment' about bulimia and he's received the support of Nigel Owens, who suffers from the …

Ian Cameron

01 Nov 2020, 12:28

'He's almost one of the lads...' - Rob Kearney World Cup anecdote illustrates sea change between Farrell and Schmidt eras

Recently retired Ireland star Rob Kearney has shed a little light on the difference between current Ireland head coach, Andy Farre…

Ian Cameron

01 Nov 2020, 5:55

Scotland player ratings vs Wales - Six Nations Super Saturday

Scotland player ratings: Scotland won for just the second time on Welsh soil in the history of the Six Nations.

Ian Cameron

31 Oct 2020, 12:19

Georgia name 35-man squad for Autumn Nations Cup

Georgia have named a 35-man strong squad for the Autumn Nations Cup, dubbed by some the Eight Nations.

Ian Cameron

31 Oct 2020, 5:35

Saracens issue statement confirming stadium name change

Saracens have issued a statement confirming that they will be reverting to the original name of the stadium formerly known as Alli…

Ian Cameron

26 Oct 2020, 11:34

Rowe gets his way as just three Chiefs make Eddie's 'greedy' England squad

Exeter Chiefs Chairman Tony Rowe appears to have got his way after complaining over the weekend about England being 'greedy'.

Ian Cameron

26 Oct 2020, 9:06

The 2 problem positions Exeter chairman freely admits they traditionally struggle to fill locally

Exeter Chairman Tony Rowe is a man for pulling his punches when talking to the media, and he didn't shy away from pinpointing thei…

Ian Cameron

26 Oct 2020, 7:18

The one major omission rumoured for Eddie Jones' England squad

Head coach Eddie Jones is rumoured to be set to reveal at least one major omission when he names his England training squad for It…

Ian Cameron

26 Oct 2020, 5:25

Video - The first 5-point rugby conversion has been kicked

The first five-point conversion has been kicked in rugby union and it's happened at the inaugural Bermuda World Tens tournament.

Ian Cameron

25 Oct 2020, 12:54

Why the rugby media need to stop talking up Jack Willis, according to David Flatman

Former England prop David Flatman has warned against the media talking up in-form Wasps flanker Tom Willis, as he believes it coul…

Ian Cameron

25 Oct 2020, 12:03

1,844 caps: An all-time most test appearances XV

Welsh skipper Alun Wyn Jones drew level with the world record for most test appearances with Richie McCaw when he made his 148th i…

Ian Cameron

25 Oct 2020, 9:32

Wasps player ratings vs Exeter Chiefs - Premiership Final

Wasps player ratings: It was always going to be a big ask of Wasps, who lost Brad Shields, Kieran Brookes, Simon McIntyre and Alfi…

Ian Cameron

24 Oct 2020, 15:18

Exeter Chiefs player ratings vs Wasps - Premiership Final

Exeter Chiefs player ratings: For the newly-crowned European champions, Exeter Chiefs rocked up at Twickenham as strong favourites…

Ian Cameron

24 Oct 2020, 15:16

'Personally, I won't be singing the song anymore' - Maro Itoje won't Swing Low

England star Maro Itoje says he won't be singing 'Swing Low, Sweet Chariot' anymore after learning the context in which the song w…

Ian Cameron

24 Oct 2020, 9:11

'In the old days, if a player was in your ear, you could tell them to 'f*** off' and think nothing more of it'

Referee Nigel Owens has a simple message for professional rugby players who badger match officials - it doesn't work.

Ian Cameron

24 Oct 2020, 6:03

Saracens issue statement regarding their Barbarians players

Saracens have issued their contingent of players involved with the Barbarians cancellation fiasco with a verbal tongue lashing.

Ian Cameron

24 Oct 2020, 4:35

Penaud out of France's autumn internationals

French flyer Damian Penaud has been ruled of his country's autumn internationals, Clermont Auvergne have confirmed.

Ian Cameron

05 Oct 2020, 9:38

The inside story on what happened the day Cipriani was punched out in England camp bust-up

James Haskell has given an insight into an infamous England camp bust-up that saw Danny Cipriani knocked unconscious after being p…

Ian Cameron

04 Oct 2020, 7:08

Organised crime unit investigating Sam Burgess following explosive allegations

Former England rugby union centre Sam Burgess is being investigated by New South Wales organised crime unit, it has emerged.

Ian Cameron

03 Oct 2020, 8:27

'Unacceptable' - 130kg Stade Francais prop blasted for moment of madness

Stade Francais prop Luke Tagi was sent off as his side fell to a home defeat to Bayonne.

Ian Cameron

03 Oct 2020, 6:46

Rassie Erasmus to work remotely 'due to a pre-existing health condition'

Rassie Erasmus won't be present at the Castle Lager Springbok Showdown and is set to work remotely due to health concerns, SA Rugb…

Ian Cameron

28 Sep 2020, 9:29

Danielle Waterman: 'It's hard not to get fed-up' - The bizarrely small salary cap holding back the women's game in England

Former England international Danielle Waterman has criticised the minuscule RFU imposed salary cap that is she believes is hinderi…

Ian Cameron

28 Sep 2020, 7:03

RPA statement: 'To continue along this path will cause irrevocable damage to clubs'

The Rugby Players Association (RPA) have issued a statement in the wake of news that supporters could be banned from attending rug…

Ian Cameron

28 Sep 2020, 6:09

George Ford feeling the heat as rival emerges for one of England's two flyhalf berths

Exeter Chiefs 10 and skipper Joe Simmonds has emerged as a realistic rival for one of England's two coveted flyhalf berths.

Ian Cameron

27 Sep 2020, 12:16

'I've started to wonder whether my first Test in charge may well be against the Lions'

South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber says it could be a race against time to get the Springboks ready for the British and Iris…

Ian Cameron

27 Sep 2020, 4:58

The All Blacks winger Chris Ashton has 'no hesitation in saying' was the toughest he ever faced

Former England star Chris Ashton has 'no hesitation' in naming a 'freakish' All Blacks wing who left him feeling like a 'goalkeepe…

Ian Cameron

27 Sep 2020, 3:38

Nigel Owens lauded for refusing to put up with loophole that's annoyed so many fans

Referee Nigel Owens has been widely praised for cracking down on Racing 92 for the practice of caterpillar rucking, a tactic that'…

Ian Cameron

26 Sep 2020, 13:54

Dragons chairman backs British and Irish League and won't 'advocate' PRO14 status quo

Dragons Rugby chairman David Buttress has backed a British and Irish League, saying that PRO14 stakeholders can't shy away from 'd…

Ian Cameron

26 Sep 2020, 6:11

'Don't waste the popcorn' - Quade Cooper's thinly veiled social media dig at Rugby Australia

Quade Cooper has taken another sideways dig at Rugby Australia, suggesting on social media that he would no longer be gagged havin…

Ian Cameron

24 Sep 2020, 4:34

'He knew what happened. He knows literally everything... Our final chat wasn't a good one'

Mike Brown says he doesn't feel he got the respect he deserved from England head coach Eddie Jones when he was sensationally dropp…

Ian Cameron

21 Sep 2020, 16:10

Saracens flanker Michael Rhodes cited for head butt, but it wasn't the Sexton tackle

Saracens flanker Michael Rhodes has been cited for head butting during his side's quarter-final victory over Leinster at the Aviva…

Ian Cameron

21 Sep 2020, 13:02

'I hate almost everything that Saracens stand for' - Former Leinster flyhalf not a fan of McCall's men

Former Ireland, Munster and Leinster flyhalf Tony Ward has said he 'hates everything Saracens stand for' whilst admitting begrudgi…

Ian Cameron

21 Sep 2020, 5:34

'Where is Stockdale? He was average at best... Man, he was poor'

Former Ireland and Leinster backrow Shane Jennings has shredded Jacob Stochdale's performance in Ulster's Heineken Champions Cup q…

Ian Cameron

20 Sep 2020, 12:29

Worcester Warriors eyeing up South African utility forward

The tumult at the Southern Kings franchise in South Africa has thrown a number of players into the marketplace and Worcester Warri…

Ian Cameron

20 Sep 2020, 7:37

Nigel Owens issues some sound career advice to Rob Kearney

With Leinster knocked out of Europe and the PRO14 already put to bed, this weekend marked the end of Rob Kearney's involvement wit…

Ian Cameron

20 Sep 2020, 4:55

People are concerned about Romain Poite's cough

It's not often that someone's cough trends on Twitter, but in the topsy turvy world of the pandemic, that's where referee Romain P…

Ian Cameron

19 Sep 2020, 14:49

How Twitter reacted to Saracens' Champions Cup win over Leinster 'invincibles'

Saracens have provided Leinster and Europe a savage reminder of their abilities with a resounding win at the Aviva Stadium in the …

Ian Cameron

19 Sep 2020, 12:36

Gavin Henson switches to rugby league at 38?

A Welsh rugby league club have claimed to have signed former Welsh rugby union legend Gavin Henson, at the age of 38.

Ian Cameron

19 Sep 2020, 4:47

'I made a mistake, and it only came out 3 years later in a big game' - Eddie Jones on the 'cracks of 2015'

The psychological damage inflicted on England's rugby players due to the botched 2015 Rugby World Cup came back to haunt Eddie Jon…

Ian Cameron

14 Sep 2020, 15:40

Combative Georgian flanker Kolelishvili retires after two year battle with concussion

Ferocious Georgian forward Viktor Kolelishvili has been forced into an early retirement at the age of 30 after losing a two-year f…

Ian Cameron

14 Sep 2020, 11:55

Hernandez backs Jaguares to ditch Super Rugby and join SLAR

Pumas' legend Juan Martín Hernández is backing Los Jaguares to look at potentially joining the Súper Liga Americana de Rugby (S…

Ian Cameron

14 Sep 2020, 5:50

Auckland based 'Moana Pasifika' Super Rugby team bid unveiled - but are Fiji on board?

A new south Auckland based group - Moana Pasifika - have launched a bid to become Super Rugby's much-vaunted new Pacific rugby tea…

Ian Cameron

13 Sep 2020, 14:13

'Martin Johnson pretty much said I wasn't good enough' - How being dropped for Lewis Moody changed the career of Steffon Armitage

Former England back row Steffon Armitage says that being dropped by Martin Johnson in favour of Lewis Moody proved a catalyst for …

Ian Cameron

13 Sep 2020, 9:24

Giant lock beat soldier so badly he needed to drink through a straw for two months

Agen's Victor Moreaux was given a six-month sentence, suspended for two years, and fined €5,000 euro for the incident.

Ian Cameron

12 Sep 2020, 12:11

Teenager banned from the sport for 6 years for violent attack

A Fijian rugby player who punched a referee, knocking him to the ground, has been banned from the sport for six years.

Ian Cameron

12 Sep 2020, 6:42

Be afraid... Bastareaud is warming up to life as a No.8

After a rocky start to his career as a forward, there is strong evidence that Matthieu Bastareaud is getting used to life as No.8.

Ian Cameron

07 Sep 2020, 13:05

Christian Wade released by the Buffalo Bills

Despite an electric start to his career in the NFL, Christian Wade has been technically released by the Buffalo Bills.

Ian Cameron

06 Sep 2020, 6:38

'He would be welcome in WWE' - Wrestling legend defends Owen Farrell

Owen Farrell has received a surprising endorsement from a former WWE superstar whose famous clotheslines left his opponents flat o…

Ian Cameron

05 Sep 2020, 15:36

'Galthie is an amazing coach but there are stories that would leave a bad taste in your mouth'

Former Scottish international Johnnie Beattie has shed light on the inner workings of French national head coach Fabien Galthie, w…

Ian Cameron

05 Sep 2020, 9:30

'I'd have said a firm 'no' in his position' - Flatman applauds prop for refusing to play hooker

Former England prop David Flatman has applauded a fellow frontrow for refusing to play at hooker, despite the suggestion from his …

Ian Cameron

31 Aug 2020, 12:30

Former Italy lock Josh Furno pops up in France's sixth flight competition

Not so very long ago he was contesting lineouts against the likes of Paul O'Connell and Alun Wyn Jones in the Six Nations, but now…

Ian Cameron

31 Aug 2020, 7:17

Laporte: Springboks on verge of joining Eight Nations

Six Nations vice-president Bernard Laporte has revealed that the Springboks are advanced talks to join this Autumn's Eight Nations…

Ian Cameron

30 Aug 2020, 4:38

'That's ideology, not science' - Renowned sports scientist steps in on transwomen in rugby debate

Sports scientist Ross Tucker has waded into the debate over the participation of transwomen in rugby and the safety concerns aroun…

Ian Cameron

24 Aug 2020, 13:48

The 'eye-opening' difference between playing 5 and 6 at Test level

Now a seasoned 5.5, England forward Courtney Lawes has revealed one of the 'eye-opening' differences between playing second row an…

Ian Cameron

24 Aug 2020, 4:29

'He did ride him pretty hard... he doesn't really get on me like that' - Lawes admits teammate got the 'brunt' of England boss

Courtney Lawes has conceded that former Northampton Saints teammate Dylan Hartley had a very different relationship with England h…

Ian Cameron

23 Aug 2020, 13:29

Lawes: 'There are certain subjects that people now can't talk about and can't express their opinion on'

Courtney Lawes says he believes those in the 'middle' need to find their voice in order to combat the increasingly divisive agenda…

Ian Cameron

23 Aug 2020, 12:10

George North red carded just 6 minutes after scoring impressive opening try for Ospreys

Ospreys wing George North took just seven minutes to barge is way over for his side's opening try in their PRO14 derby clash with …

Ian Cameron

23 Aug 2020, 9:58

Wasps lock Flament to exit club, opening Ricoh door for hulking Montpellier foward

Wasps have lost the services of highly-rated lock Thibaud Flament, who will join Stade Toulousain at the end of October on a three…

Ian Cameron

17 Aug 2020, 13:15

The simple name check that gave Ian Madigan a 'serious' boost

Ulster Rugby's new flyhalf signing Ian Madigan says he was boosted by a recent name check by Ireland head coach Andy Farrell, desp…

Ian Cameron

16 Aug 2020, 15:05

Rennie's Wallabies swoop for scrum guru Du Plessis

Departing Glasgow Warriors coach Petrus du Plessis capture by Dave Rennie's Wallabies is all but a done deal it appears, with the …

Ian Cameron

16 Aug 2020, 6:59

Luke Cowan-Dickie addresses sickening try celebration on Twitter

It's enough to make you sick. Well, it was enough to make Luke Cowan-Dickie sick at any rate.

Ian Cameron

15 Aug 2020, 15:19

World Rugby extension of eligibility could open door to fresh player captures

The decision by World Rugby to extend the date of the ending of their three-year eligibility rule could open the door to the home …

Ian Cameron

10 Aug 2020, 13:30

Saracens capture powerful England 7s product Harris

Saracens are set to sign England Sevens flyer Ben Harris, beating off competition from at least one Greene King IPA Championship s…

Ian Cameron

10 Aug 2020, 12:49

At least three Montpellier stars linked with Gallagher Premiership moves

A number of Montpellier Herault's top stars are being linked with a move to the Gallagher Premiership following on from their amic…

Ian Cameron

10 Aug 2020, 12:04

Exeter Chiefs boss issues dire warning, details how much money the club are losing each month

Exeter Chiefs boss Tony Rowe has issued a warning to the Gallagher Premiership, suggesting teams will go bust unless some semblanc…

Ian Cameron

10 Aug 2020, 5:55

Not one Scot makes the cut in Lewis Moody's Six Nations 'Greatest XV'

Former England skipper Lewis Moody has picked a swashbuckling Greatest Six Nations XV, but there isn't any room for any Scots or I…

Ian Cameron

09 Aug 2020, 10:45

'There's no reason why we can't pick Saracens players' - Jones

England Rugby head coach Eddie Jones says there is no reason why he and his selectors won't utilise Saracens players, despite thei…

Ian Cameron

09 Aug 2020, 6:59

'Monster' - Israel Folau is trending on Twitter again, but this time it's for a 'phenomenal' Super League performance

Former Wallaby Israel Folau is again trending on Twitter this weekend, but this time it's an avalanche of praise as opposed to the…

Ian Cameron

08 Aug 2020, 13:30

Rivals want Saracens like punishment for Montpellier, despite huge fine in salary cap case

The noses of Montpellier Hérault's Top 14 rivals has been left out of joint after the club came to an "amicable" settlement in th…

Ian Cameron

08 Aug 2020, 10:10

Winless Gatland may draft Saracens' Lions stars for next season's Chiefs

Chiefs head coach Warren Gatland may be remembered for a dire reign at the Super Rugby franchise but the Lions coach may yet be ab…

Ian Cameron

08 Aug 2020, 7:56

Questions being asked of 'Eight Nations' pool groupings

The new tournament will see Japan and Fiji join the Six Nations teams in a two-group format, and will replace the original Test sc…

Ian Cameron

04 Aug 2020, 9:20

Israel Folau at centre of fresh controversy after choosing not to 'take a knee' before Super League match

Controversial former Wallaby fullback Israel Folau is drawing fire once again after he chose not to take a knee before Catalan Dra…

Ian Cameron

02 Aug 2020, 16:06

Former England centre: Folau 'the best talent I've played with in either code'

Dual-code former England centre Joel Tomkins has described Wallaby outcast and now teammate Israel Folau as "absolutely unbelievab…

Ian Cameron

02 Aug 2020, 10:37

A Japanese Top League 2021 'new entrants' XV

It was always likely that there was going to a Northern Hemisphere hue to the new influx of players ahead of the 2021 Japanese Top…

Ian Cameron

02 Aug 2020, 3:20

Split in Stormers camp over move to Europe

The management of heretofore Super Rugby franchise - the Stormers - say there is a split over whether rugby in Europe is the best …

Ian Cameron

01 Aug 2020, 10:08

Irish Rugby's virus-free status remains intact after Sevens tests

Irish Rugby's virus-free status remains intact after their Sevens programmes personnel were tested, yielding zero positive results…

Ian Cameron

01 Aug 2020, 8:00

'It came backwards out of his hand... are you questioning it?'

Crusaders head coach Scott Robertson says he doesn't believe Sevu Reece's controversial try against the Chiefs included a knock-on…

Ian Cameron

01 Aug 2020, 7:24

The 2 Premiership clubs Abendanon snubbed to stay in France

Former Bath and England fullback Nick Abendanon has admitted that he turned down two Gallagher Premiership club in favour of a two…

Ian Cameron

30 Jul 2020, 12:39

Itoje not ready to captain Lions claims former Saracens coach

While he's a big fan of the player, former Saracens coach Brendan Venter says he doesn't believe Maro Itoje is ready to skipper th…

Ian Cameron

27 Jul 2020, 14:34

Wasps issue 'clarification' statement in bitter Ricoh row with Coventry FC

Wasps have issued a clarification statement in their ongoing tit-for-tat row with Coventry City FC, who last week walked away from…

Ian Cameron

27 Jul 2020, 12:26

Lions confirm Vodafone as main sponsor for 2021 tour

Vodafone (Ireland and UK) have been revealed as lead partner for the 2021 British and Irish Lions Tour of South Africa.

Ian Cameron

27 Jul 2020, 6:13

Stuart Barnes offers theory on why Warren Gatland is failing in Super Rugby

With the Chiefs slumping to a seventh consecutive defeat, not only is Warren Gatland's Super Rugby honeymoon well and truly over, …

Ian Cameron

27 Jul 2020, 5:40

Paraguayan club Olimpia Lions clear Napolioni Nalaga to play for local side in Fiji

Napolioni Nalaga - once the most devastating winger in European club rugby - is back playing the sport in Fiji, years after he lef…

Ian Cameron

26 Jul 2020, 10:20

'The numbers discussed, there's no way they can be true' - Turinui dismisses Suaalii deal figures

Former Wallaby Morgan Turinui says the Rugby Australia contract offer to teen sensation Joseph Suaalii is likely to be a fraction …

Ian Cameron

26 Jul 2020, 8:08

Fiji had to pay $250,000 match fee to host Maori All Blacks

The Fijian Rugby Union had to dish out a whopping NZ$250,000 match fee to host the Maori All Blacks in 2019, it has been revealed.

Ian Cameron

20 Jul 2020, 15:47

Ben Te'o breaks silence on infamous Mike Brown England camp altercation

Former England centre Ben Te'o has lifted the lid on the now infamous incident with former teammate Mike Brown during a training c…

Ian Cameron

19 Jul 2020, 10:14

Stephen Jones calls for Fiji to be suspended from rugby 'at all levels'

In 2019 Fiji Rugby's chief executive officer John O’Connor stood down Sevens star Amenoni Nasilasila pending a court ruling afte…

Ian Cameron

19 Jul 2020, 7:44

A star-studded Top 14 'new entrants' XV

While broadly speaking clubs across Europe have tightened their belts over the course of a locked-down 2020, the Top 14 have manag…

Ian Cameron

18 Jul 2020, 11:07

Disaster for Beziers as takeover deal falls through and club threatened with relegation

The UAE investors at the centre of a bid to takeover of Beziers have pulled out after the DNACG rejected their approach, ending th…

Ian Cameron

13 Jul 2020, 12:15

The 35 stone midfield Sale Sharks will unleash when Tuilagi signs

England centre Manu Tuilagi is set to become part of one of the heaviest midfield partnerships in the Gallagher Premiership when h…

Ian Cameron

13 Jul 2020, 5:35

The ProD2 new arrivals selection that illustrates its increasing financial clout

If you need convincing with regards to the financial clout of the ProD2, then look no further than the list of new arrivals into t…

Ian Cameron

13 Jul 2020, 4:17

Billionaire Beziers buyout: All not well at a 'tense' club claims coach

The head coach of Beziers says that the future of the club is bleak if its much-touted buyout does not go ahead.

Ian Cameron

12 Jul 2020, 13:37

Stacked stayers: The Saracens XV set to play in next season's Championship

Despite headlines detailing a player exodus at the club, Saracens could field a starting XV in next season's RFU Championship that…

Ian Cameron

12 Jul 2020, 5:00

Exeter Chiefs reveal 30 new contracts as Wales star effectively ends Test career

Wales star Tomas Francis appears to have ended his international career by signing a new contract at Gallagher Premiership side Ex…

Ian Cameron

12 Jul 2020, 4:31

Former England fullback Nick Abendanon to stay in France after signing for ProD2 side

Former England fullback Nick Abendanon will be staying in France after all, with official confirmation of a two-year deal being re…

Ian Cameron

11 Jul 2020, 16:53

Noel Reid the third of the Leicester 5 to secure a new club

Irish centre Noel Reid appears to be the third of the Leicester five to secure a new employer, according to reports emanating from…

Ian Cameron

11 Jul 2020, 16:04

Springbok Lionel Mapoe signs for ambitious Nationale side

Former Springbok Lionel Mapoe is the latest player to take up a contract for a Federale 1 team. Nice have the signed the former Li…

Ian Cameron

11 Jul 2020, 10:47

REPORT: Tuilagi to sign for Sale Sharks

Steve Diamond's Sale Sharks have apparently won the race to sign England centre Manu Tuilagi - according to a report in The Telegr…

Ian Cameron

11 Jul 2020, 10:13

REPORT: Telusa Veainu the first of the Leicester 5 to bag new club

Telusa Veainu appears to be the first of five Leicester Tigers players to find a new club after refusing to come to new contract t…

Ian Cameron

06 Jul 2020, 12:21

Rory Teague the latest coaching casualty at Gloucester?

Skills coach Rory Teague is set to leave Gloucester Rugby, following on from the acrimonious exit of his second cousin Mike Teague…

Ian Cameron

06 Jul 2020, 9:20

The 6-figure lump sum Tuilagi would lose if he leaves Leicester Tigers

Manu Tuilagi could be forgoing a six-figure testimonial year if he carries through with his dramatic exit from Leicester Tigers.

Ian Cameron

05 Jul 2020, 3:02

Comments from Leicester Tigers chairman appear to shut door on Tuilagi u-turn

Leicester Tigers chairman Peter Tom says has said Manu Tuilagi's exit from the club is 'extremely sad' but he wishes the England '…

Ian Cameron

04 Jul 2020, 14:52

Shock omissions forecast in odds on British and Irish Lions XV that punters are backing

England players look set to dominate Warren Gatland's British and Irish Lions selection, at least according to the betting odds of…

Ian Cameron

04 Jul 2020, 12:43

Sharks and Bears hunting Tuilagi, but they may have to beat Japan offer

Sale Sharks and Bristol Bears are 'chasing hard' for the signature of Leicester Tigers centre Manu Tuilagi, who dramatically depar…

Ian Cameron

04 Jul 2020, 7:00

The early favourite to sign Manu Tuilagi, and why Gatland may have a say in it

Since the confirmation of the departure of Manu Tuilagi from Leicester Tigers, speculation has been rife as to which club the Engl…

Ian Cameron

02 Jul 2020, 14:21

Taufua to become sixth Leicester Tigers contract rebel to exit

Despite not yet being officially confirmed by Leicester Tigers, back row star Jordan Taufua is set to join the five other players …

Ian Cameron

02 Jul 2020, 9:36

Leicester Tigers face mid-field void as five players set to leave

Five Leicester Tigers players could be set to leave the club following confirmation that a 'small number of players will be leavin…

Ian Cameron

01 Jul 2020, 7:14

The five Leicester Tigers players that could be 'stood down' over pay cut deadlock

Five of Leicester Tigers' most high profile players could be 'stood down' from training by the club if they fail to agree new cont…

Ian Cameron

29 Jun 2020, 15:27

REPORT: French media claim Courtney Lawes 'in advanced' talks with ProD2 big spenders

French media are claiming that England lock Courtney Lawes is in advanced talks with nouveau riche ProD2 side Beziers.

Ian Cameron

28 Jun 2020, 16:04

Billionaire investors' takeover of Beziers expected 'in the next few days' after Paris meeting

The takeover of AS Béziers Hérault by billionaire UAE investors is set to go ahead 'in the next few days' according to the ProD2…

Ian Cameron

28 Jun 2020, 13:46

'Unless my agent's done something that I don't know about. It's just paper talk'

Wallaby legend Matt Giteau has poured cold water on a report from Australia media that he is set to sign with the Los Angeles base…

Ian Cameron

28 Jun 2020, 6:56

Welsh and All Black stars linked to France's next super-rich club - reports

All Blacks star Beauden Barrett and Wales sharpshooter Dan Biggar and among two names linked with what many are touting as France'…

Ian Cameron

28 Jun 2020, 5:09

How Danny Cipriani and other Gloucester players reacted to the appointment of new coach

Flyhalf Danny Cipriani was among a number of Gloucester players that took to social media to voice their endorsement of the left-f…

Ian Cameron

28 Jun 2020, 3:57

London Irish threaten to sue Gloucester

London Irish have implied they may take legal action against Gallagher Premiership rivals Gloucester, over the signing of George S…

Ian Cameron

28 Jun 2020, 3:49

Report: Giteau to MLR in retirement u-turn

Storied former Wallaby flyhalf Matt Giteau, who had said 2020 was to be his last year, looks like he's going to reach for one more…

Ian Cameron

27 Jun 2020, 4:38

Gloucester set to name George Skivington as new head coach

Gloucester Rugby are set confirm George Skivington as their new head coach, bringing to an end their search to replace Johan Acker…

Ian Cameron

22 Jun 2020, 13:10

'Zero positives results' after IRFU test 140 Irish players and staff

The IRFU have confirmed that there have been 'zero positive' for COVID-19 following testing of 140 players and staff this week.

Ian Cameron

21 Jun 2020, 9:21

'Untold pressure' placed on players behind-the-scenes as Premiership clubs race to meet contract deadline

There was an enormous amount of movement behind the scenes across the Gallagher Premiership this week, as clubs, players and agent…

Ian Cameron

21 Jun 2020, 3:14

All Blacks, Zebo, Vunipola and others respond to NFL punter's bold rugby claim

Ian Cameron

20 Jun 2020, 14:41

NFL player's outrageous rugby claim explodes Twitter

A NFL player has caused a stir online after making the remarkable claim that he 'dominate' rugby 'easily' should he decide to play…

Ian Cameron

20 Jun 2020, 7:13

Welsh anthem 'Delilah' could be next rugby song to face axe for being offensive

Tom Jones' ode to heartbreak - Delilah - could be the latest rugby anthem to face the chop after calls on Twitter to have it banne…

Ian Cameron

20 Jun 2020, 6:18

Report: Maro Itoje to stay put in Saracens, with announcement imminent

England second row star Maro Itoje looks likely to stay put in Saracens, despite their relegation to RFU Championship next season.

Ian Cameron

14 Jun 2020, 7:08

Rugby Players Ireland statement: 'We are very disappointed'

Rugby Players Ireland, the body representing professional rugby players' interest across the island of Ireland, have said they are…

Ian Cameron

14 Jun 2020, 6:50

The 120kg All Black 'casually' clocking 9.4 metres a second in Blues training sessions

England centre Joe Marchant, who's currently enjoying a club swap with the Blues in Auckland, has been revealing just how athletic…

Ian Cameron

14 Jun 2020, 5:01

Nigel Owens backs Law variation that could further disincentivise scrummaging

Referee Nigel Owens has singled out one particular Law variation that he believes could be introduced across the game but which co…

Ian Cameron

13 Jun 2020, 9:47

Itoje: 'I'm 95 per cent sure where I will be'

Much sought after England and Saracens secondrow Maro Itoje says that he's '95% sure' where his club future lies. Itoje was speaki…

Ian Cameron

13 Jun 2020, 3:59

'I was told straight, there's no way I could be paid more than a Scottish player'

Former Samoan international Eliota Fuimaono-Sapolu claims Gloucester told the centre that he 'couldn't be paid more than a Scottis…

Ian Cameron

08 Jun 2020, 15:48

Jefferson Poirot announces shock retirement from Test rugby at 27

French prop Jefferson Poirot has decided to retire from international rugby at the age of just 27 - in a bizarre move announced in…

Ian Cameron

07 Jun 2020, 10:56

Former All Black Taylor sacked by Pau after walking out on club

Former All Blacks standoff Tom Taylor has been sensationally sacked by Top 14 side Pau, for going AWOL from the club during the lo…

Ian Cameron

07 Jun 2020, 7:22

Gatland drops biggest hint yet over who his Lions skipper will be

British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland has dropped the heaviest hint yet that his mind might be made up about who will capta…

Ian Cameron

07 Jun 2020, 4:20

Montpellier sign French international Rattez

Montpellier have confirmed the signing of French international wing Vincent Rattez ahead of the 2020/2021 season.

Ian Cameron

06 Jun 2020, 11:15

Highly-rated Kremer the latest Jag to be linked with Top 14

Pumas forward Marcos Kremer is the latest Jaguares player to be linked with a move to France and the Top 14.

Ian Cameron

06 Jun 2020, 8:02

Genge's breakaway union want 1 per cent of players' salaries

Further details are emerging from England prop Ellis Genge's breakaway players' union, the Rugby Players Epoch (RPE), who have vow…

Ian Cameron

06 Jun 2020, 6:10

What Dean Ryan's starting Dragons XV might look like next season

A starting Dragons XV next season could include as many 12 capped Wales internationals, after significant signing from head coach …

Ian Cameron

31 May 2020, 12:58

Toulouse to re-create the tallest engine-room pairing in history of rugby by re-uniting giant twins

Toulouse are set to re-create the biggest locking partnership in the history of the game by re-uniting two gigantic Australian twi…

Ian Cameron

30 May 2020, 7:03

The Premiership club chasing Richard Cockerill

Edinburgh head coach Richard Cockerill may have left the Premiership in inauspicious circumstances in 2018, but a return to the En…

Ian Cameron

30 May 2020, 4:43

The latest Springbok on Jake White's Bulls radar - reports

Bulls head coach Jake White has another Springbok on his recruitment radar - Stormers hooker Bongi Mbonambi. According to Afrikaan…

Ian Cameron

24 May 2020, 10:05

Billionaire Bristol owner pens 'open letter' defending controversial stance on salary cap reform

Stephen Lansdown, who has a reported net worth of £1.8 billion, doesn't believe the cap should be reduced.

Ian Cameron

18 May 2020, 11:33

The fastest rugby players on the planet and the speeds they're clocking

As the sports cliché goes, there's no substitute for speed. But who are the fastest rugby players on the planet?

Ian Cameron

17 May 2020, 8:17

Leicester Tigers on verge of signing Saracens duo

Leicester Tigers are on the verge of signing two Saracens stars as Geordan Murphy and Steve Borthwick look to rebuild the once-mig…

Ian Cameron

16 May 2020, 16:23

Five Test level locks that could fit the bill as mystery Leicester Tigers signing

While Leicester Tigers Director of Rugby Geordan Murphy has poured icy-cold water over the rumoured signing of Saracens second row…

Ian Cameron

16 May 2020, 14:02

REPORT: One of the most talked about schoolboy props in SA set to sign for the Bulls

Jake White's Bulls look set to sign one of South Africa's most talked-about prop prospects in recent times, with Rapport suggestin…

Ian Cameron

10 May 2020, 9:51

McGeechan backs radical 'no contact' rugby plan

Sir Ian McGeechan has backed a radical plan to introduce no contact rugby at amateur level to allow clubs to get back playing amid…

Ian Cameron

10 May 2020, 6:37

Recruitment tzar explains the 'harsh reality' behind why Leicester Tigers dumped 21 players

Leicester Tigers Head of Elite Recruitment Jan McGinty and soon to be Director of Rugby Geordan Murphy have addressed the mass cle…

Ian Cameron

09 May 2020, 9:06

'Too easy' - Andy Goode proves he's still one of rugby's greatest athletes with remarkable video

This is why you don't call out Andy Goode: Former England 10 Goode was recently challenged to by his Rugby Pod co-host Jim Hamilto…

Ian Cameron

04 May 2020, 13:37

'If I don't play for Exeter, then I don't get picked for Wales'

Wales prop Tomas Francis has described his ongoing dilemma over club versus country as 'tough' but says there is 'nothing he can d…

Ian Cameron

04 May 2020, 11:31

Gloucester flyer Rees-Zammit wants to race Jonny May to see who's the club's fastest player

Louis Rees-Zammit admits he's disappointed not to have won a cap at this year's Guinness Six Nations.

Ian Cameron

04 May 2020, 9:30

Carl Fearns posts bizarre footage of tussle with stewards, confirms his 'strange' exit from Lyon

Carl Fearns has confirmed on social media that his time at Top 14 club Lyon has come to an end. The English No.8 spent five at the…

Ian Cameron

03 May 2020, 9:52

REPORT: PSDT offered €3.6million deal to leave Stormers

Reports emerging from South Africa this weekend suggest Stormers face a pitched battle to keep Pieter Steph du Toit (PSDT) after t…

Ian Cameron

03 May 2020, 8:23

Defeated Pichot Tweets classy response to Bill Beaumont re-election

Defeated World Rugby chairman candidate Agustin Pichot has tweeted a classy response to Bill Beaumont's re-election to a second te…

Ian Cameron

02 May 2020, 10:41

The former Bok team-mate Erasmus would have loved to coach

South African Rugby DoR Rassie Erasmus has revealed the former team-mate he would love to have coached.

Ian Cameron

02 May 2020, 9:47

Rassie has 'no doubt' about the decision that saved the Springboks Rugby World Cup

Rassie Erasmus, Director of Rugby at SA Rugby, says he has no doubt that the scrapping of the 30-cap eligibility rule for overseas…

Ian Cameron

02 May 2020, 6:57

Confirmed: Freddie Burns waves goodbye to Bath and English rugby and joins Shokki Shuttles

There had been speculation earlier this year that the out-half could join Wasps, speculation that then extended to a possible swit…

Ian Cameron

01 May 2020, 7:18

What a full strength Leicester Tigers XV might look like as Murphy promises more new signings

Leicester Tigers head coach Geordan Murphy has promised more signings are set to come to Welford after the club confirmed the depa…

Ian Cameron

30 Apr 2020, 9:17

6 foot 5, 149kg ex-rugby player Fotu a 4th round NFL draft pick

They don't make 'em much bigger than 6'5, 149kg Leki Fotu, a former rugby player who has been drafted in the fourth round by the A…

Ian Cameron

26 Apr 2020, 11:02

The bench press records of 49 elite rugby players

It's a sports' cliché, but the bench press continues to occupy a uniquely macho seat in the pantheon of weight training disciplin…

Ian Cameron

26 Apr 2020, 4:07

Sale Sharks given 'suspended' 5 point deduction for 2018 signing as hearing blows up

Sale Sharks, centre Rohan Janse van Rensburg and his agent has admitted their guilt in at an RFU disciplinary hearing this week af…

Ian Cameron

24 Apr 2020, 7:02

51-cap Wallaby calls time as 'body is no longer' able for rugby

51-cap Wallaby Berrick Barnes has called time on his playing career, as his body simply can't do what it used to.

Ian Cameron

24 Apr 2020, 5:52

Three Ulster rugby players 'spoken to' after getting snapped flouting social distancing - report

Three Ulster rugby players have been spoken after they were snapped flouting COVID-19 social distancing in Belfast.

Ian Cameron

23 Apr 2020, 4:19

Doncaster Knights deducted 5 points over signing of former Wales U20s prop

Doncaster Knights have been deducted five points after being found guilty of availing of an agent who was not registered.

Ian Cameron

22 Apr 2020, 9:40

Future unclear for two Irish veterans at Leinster, admits Cullen

Head coach Leo Cullen admits that the future of two Irish big hitters at Leinster remains unclear as their contracts come to an en…

Ian Cameron

22 Apr 2020, 6:48

Jonah Holmes on verge of Tigers exit? - reports

Wales international Jonah Holmes has been linked with an exit from English club side Leicester Tigers and a switch to a Welsh PRO1…

Ian Cameron

19 Apr 2020, 11:51

Report: CVC Six Nations deal stalled

The multi-million pound Six Nations investment deal tabled by private equity firm CVC appears to have stalled - according to repor…

Ian Cameron

19 Apr 2020, 9:25

Springbok star Steyn swaps TOP14 for PRO14

Springbok star Francois Steyn to swapping Montpellier and France for the PRO14 and the Cheetahs, the club have confirmed.

Ian Cameron

12 Apr 2020, 11:02

Nine England players facing the chop before France 2023

England head coach Eddie Jones has suggested as little as 40 per cent of the current England squad will be on hand for the Rugby W…

Ian Cameron

12 Apr 2020, 5:18

Jonny May could play for Gloucester against Tigers this season

Jonny May's sensational move back to Gloucester has thrown up the possibility of the England flyer playing against Leicester Tiger…

Ian Cameron

11 Apr 2020, 11:25

Five of the darkest off-field episodes in rugby union history

On the whole rugby union prides itself on respect and an ethos of off-field camaraderie. Yet it is as true of rugby as any other s…

Ian Cameron

08 Apr 2020, 15:38

Jonny May close to an exit at Leicester Tigers

England star Jonny May looks set to leave Leicester Tigers at the end of the season RugbyPass understands.

Ian Cameron

08 Apr 2020, 6:57

Eddie Jones to talk to Marler after reports prop will quit rugby

England boss Eddie Jones has urged Joe Marler not to quit rugby after the controversy surrounding his final game of the Six Nation…

Ian Cameron

05 Apr 2020, 7:08

Ian McGeechan may have just nailed the perfect Lions XV for South Africa

Lions legend Sir Ian McGeechan has picked a British and Irish Lions XV for next year's tour of South Africa which rugby fans will …

Ian Cameron

05 Apr 2020, 5:02

Coronavirus claims life of former Richmond player

The coronavirus has claimed the life of a former Richmond Rugby player and president - David Buchanan.

Ian Cameron

03 Apr 2020, 9:35

Rory Best: Perceived bias shouldn't be used as 'an easy out' by Ulster players

Recently retired Ireland captain Rory Best says that the idea that sectarianism can play a part in the selection is 'an easy out' …

Ian Cameron

03 Apr 2020, 9:07

'End of an era' - Relegated Yorkshire change name for a 5th time

Relegated Yorkshire Carnegie have changed their name for a fifth time as they head to National League 1.

Ian Cameron

03 Apr 2020, 5:29

Professional rugby in Leeds all but over as Yorkshire Carnegie relegated to National League 1

Professional rugby union in Leeds is all but over with the confirmation that Yorkshire Carnegie are getting relegated to National …

Ian Cameron

02 Apr 2020, 5:41

World Rugby issue edict on the breakdown, where 9 per cent of all injuries occur

Although tinkering with the Laws every year is what fans have come to expect from World Rugby, for once the governing body have re…

Ian Cameron

02 Apr 2020, 4:50

Gavin Henson releases unnerving CCTV footage after his pub gets marked out by man

Former Wales star Gavin Henson has taken to social media after his pub was marked with an 'X' by a man travelling on foot in a str…

Ian Cameron

01 Apr 2020, 16:30

The favourite to captain the Lions in 2021

Bookmakers have revealed who they believe is the favourite to captain the Lions on their 2021 tour of South Africa.

Ian Cameron

01 Apr 2020, 7:36

Joe Marler has quietly returned to Twitter

Joe Marler has quietly returned to Twitter after sensationally de-activating his Twitter account just two weeks previously.

Ian Cameron

01 Apr 2020, 7:12

'Bad guy' Owen Farrell the target of another barrage from Ireland's most controversial rugby pundit

England captain Owen Farrell has yet again been the target of a barrage from Ireland's most controversial rugby pundit - Neil Fran…

Ian Cameron

29 Mar 2020, 13:59

'Boring, diabolical... dreary old nonsense' - Haskell's four minute rant on tired rugby coverage

Former England star James Haskell has heavily criticised rugby's 'diabolical' and out of date coverage in a four-minute online ran…

Ian Cameron

29 Mar 2020, 13:29

Welsh rugby player reveals day-by-day progress in COVID-19 battle

Director of Rugby at Championship side London Welsh and current player Cai Griffiths has been detailing his battle with COVID-19 a…

Ian Cameron

29 Mar 2020, 10:12

Marler on verge of quitting rugby - reports

England prop Joe Marler is on the verge of quitting rugby according to reports coming out of the UK this morning.

Ian Cameron

29 Mar 2020, 6:17

Bath Rugby's 'disbelief' at front page headline 'disgrace'

Bath Rugby captain Charlie Ewels has hit out at headline claiming players at the club were in revolt over pay cuts at the club.

Ian Cameron

29 Mar 2020, 5:27

Newcastle Falcons director receiving oxygen in hospital after 'struggling' with his breathing

An executive director at Newcastle Falcons is currently receiving oxygen in the hospital after falling ill with a presumed case of…

Ian Cameron

28 Mar 2020, 14:10

Finn Russell: 'Still, for me, I want to fix things'

The Scotland out-half believes he and head coach Gregor Townsend will have a better relationship following their public falling ou…

Ian Cameron

28 Mar 2020, 11:15

'I am shocked. I cannot believe it' - Springbok legend Gerber tests positive for COVID-19

Springbok legend Danie Gerber says he is 'shocked' after he tested positive for COVID-19: “I am shocked. I cannot believe it."

Ian Cameron

28 Mar 2020, 5:24

Premiership boss: Summer rugby could be 'inevitable'

If the Gallagher Premiership is to finish out the season, then summer rugby could be inevitable, says Premiership Rugby Ltd CEO Da…

Ian Cameron

27 Mar 2020, 12:52

'Boris is head coach' - Eddie Jones' video message to the rugby community

England head coach Eddie Jones has sent a video message to the rugby community. He emphasized unity and a group effort among rugby…

Ian Cameron

27 Mar 2020, 9:02

Wales and Ireland make up just 4 picks in Will Greenwood's 2021 Lions XV

England players dominate Will Greenwood's latest Lions team to tour South Africa in 2021 - if they were to play tomorrow.

Ian Cameron

26 Mar 2020, 10:57

Sharks statement: Diamond becomes Sale boss-boss

Sale Sharks have appointed current Director of Rugby Steve Diamond as the interim CEO as the current boss Jon Dorsett is in self-i…

Ian Cameron

25 Mar 2020, 10:58

The new club of Saracens' departee Alex Lozowski is being reported

Saracens utility back Alex Lozowski is set to up sticks and head to the Top 14 next season - according to reports.

Ian Cameron

25 Mar 2020, 10:33

Billy Vunipola: 'I'm definitely staying' but No.8's England future is unclear

Billy Vunipola is staying at Saracens and the No.8 is preparing for playing in the Championship next season, where he hopes a seas…

Ian Cameron

25 Mar 2020, 6:13

Newcastle Falcons statement: 'We no longer feel able to keep quiet'

Newcastle Falcons have issued a statement following comments from Ealing Trailfinders DoR Ben Ward over the possibility of a legal…

Ian Cameron

22 Mar 2020, 15:09

Bastareaud was already 'clashing' with his new MLR coach and captain

Mathieu Bastareaud may have played his last game of Major League Rugby (MLR) following the cancellation of the American competitio…

Ian Cameron

22 Mar 2020, 8:22

'Never, before or after had I felt an atmosphere of malevolence like it'

World Rugby have begun live-streaming classic men's and women's Rugby World Cup matches to fill the rugby void for fans created by…

Ian Cameron

21 Mar 2020, 11:51

Internal chaos in the Premiership as numerous clubs ask players to take drastic pay cuts

Internal chaos descended on the Gallagher Premiership today as numerous clubs asked players to consider drastic pay cuts to enable…

Ian Cameron

19 Mar 2020, 17:24

Manu Tuilagi 'should never be let on a rugby field again' claims ex-Irish international

A controversial Irish rugby pundit has claimed that England centre Manu Tuilagi should 'never be let on a rugby field again' after…

Ian Cameron

19 Mar 2020, 10:21

Saracens' automatic relegation suddenly doesn't look so automatic

With the conclusion of the Gallagher Premiership up in the air amid a 5-week coronavirus suspension, questions are now being asked…

Ian Cameron

18 Mar 2020, 15:50

Scotland's first COVID-19 death was Six Nations fan who travelled from France - reports

The first death due to the coronavirus in Scotland appears to have been a French Six Nations fan who travelled to Murrayfield for …

Ian Cameron

18 Mar 2020, 10:13

RFU statement: All rugby in England suspended

The RFU have taken the step to suspend all rugby in England in a bid to curtail the spread of the coronavirus.

Ian Cameron

16 Mar 2020, 14:51

200-cap veteran the latest Saracen to publicly vow fealty to the club

Saracens backrow Jackson Wray has become the latest player to pin his colours to the mast and vow fealty to the north London club.

Ian Cameron

15 Mar 2020, 17:11

'I'm usually a private person but the actions of some people are really starting to worry me'

Ireland wing Keith Earls has taken to Twitter to make a heartfelt plea to the general pubic as the coronavirus spreads across the …

Ian Cameron

15 Mar 2020, 8:25

Mike Brown launches remarkable rebuke to AWJ for throwing former teammate Marler 'under the bus'

Former England back Mike Brown has heavily criticised Wales skipper Alun Wyn Jones for throwing Joe Marler 'under the bus' during …

Ian Cameron

15 Mar 2020, 6:51

The circumstances in which rugby clubs in England can postpone amid COVID-19 spread

Rugby in England is to go ahead of 'as usual' this weekend - a spokesperson for the RFU has said.

Ian Cameron

14 Mar 2020, 13:37

WRU: 'All forms of rugby' suspended

The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) have taken the decision to suspend all rugby in Wales amid the global spread of the coronavirus.

Ian Cameron

14 Mar 2020, 9:33

SANZAAR statement: Super Rugby suspended

SANZAAR have suspended the Super Rugby season following news that New Zealand will quarantine all people entering the country for …

Ian Cameron

14 Mar 2020, 7:51

England the 'most unlikeable team in recent memory' claims former Ireland international

Former Ireland international Alan Quinlan has launched a remarkable attack on Eddie Jones' England team as the Six Nations comes t…

Ian Cameron

14 Mar 2020, 7:44

Seven-figure Maro Itoje loan deal sparks row - report

Maro Itoje could be set to be lured to France in a controversial deal that could see the lock forwad still play for England - repo…

Ian Cameron

14 Mar 2020, 6:35

Joe Marler has deleted his Twitter account

England prop Joe Marler has taken drastic action on Twitter after being handed a 10-week ban by a Six Nations disciplinary panel i…

Ian Cameron

12 Mar 2020, 17:00

Sick Scotland player does not have coronavirus - Townsend

Scotland coach Gregor Townsend says that the coronavirus is not responsible for the one of the Scottish players withdrawing throug…

Ian Cameron

12 Mar 2020, 13:35

RFU issue statement over Eddie Jones' ref comments

The RFU have released a statement in the aftermath of Eddie Jones' comments regarding referee Ben O'Keeffe following the Six Natio…

Ian Cameron

12 Mar 2020, 11:17

France Ireland match likely to be canned after Macron cracks down further on public gatherings

Major doubt has been cast on France Ireland as French President Emmanuel Macron announced a ban on gatherings of more than 1,000 p…

Ian Cameron

08 Mar 2020, 17:39

Scotland player ratings vs France

Scotland player ratings: Gregor Townsend made three changes to his Scotland XV to play France in Murrayfield.

Ian Cameron

08 Mar 2020, 13:26

Stuart Barnes' take on Alun Wyn Jones' hairline raises eyebrows in Wales

An assessment of Welsh skipper Alun Wyn Jones performance in his side's Six Nations defeat to England by Sunday Times columnist St…

Ian Cameron

08 Mar 2020, 9:48

Gareth Thomas issues Twitter apology over on-air joke

Gareth Thomas has felt the need to apologise to a 'small minority' online who took offence at a joke he made following an incident…

Ian Cameron

08 Mar 2020, 7:41

Joe Marler's 'nut grab' and subsequent Gareth Thomas joke delight nearly everyone... but not this former England 10

Andy Goode has taken fellow rugby pundit Gareth Thomas to task over a joke he made in the aftermath of Joe Marler's nut grab on We…

Ian Cameron

07 Mar 2020, 15:53

The internet is reacting to Joe Marler's 'ball and all' Alun Wyn Jones pinch

An incident that saw England prop Joe Marler get intimately acquainted with Alun Wyn Jones didn't go unnoticed as England and Wale…

Ian Cameron

07 Mar 2020, 12:22

Leicester Tigers to field heaviest pack in Premiership history against Saracens

Leicester Tigers are set to field what is almost certainly the heaviest pack in Gallagher Premiership history against Saracens thi…

Ian Cameron

06 Mar 2020, 9:31

Super controversial 'waist height tackling' among 6 law changes 'endorsed'

World Rugby say that controversial waist-high tackling is one of six law trials that has been 'endorsed' at the second World Rugby…

Ian Cameron

05 Mar 2020, 12:54

Koch the latest Test player to declare for Saracens - reports

Springbok Vincent Koch is set to become the latest Saracens player to declare for the club - according to reports.

Ian Cameron

05 Mar 2020, 11:00

Woodward: Cancel entire Six Nations

Clive Woodward has called for the cancellation of the entire Six Nations amid fears around the spread of the coronavirus.

Ian Cameron

05 Mar 2020, 4:54

Chris Ashton makes shock mid-season exit from Sale Sharks with 'immediate effect'

Chris Ashton and Sale Sharks are to sensationally part company mid-season.

Ian Cameron

02 Mar 2020, 3:30

Athleticism has finally trumped weight for France

Just over a year ago France fielded the heaviest pack ever seen in international rugby history. It tipped the scales at a staggeri…

Ian Cameron

01 Mar 2020, 6:36

School where England trained now self-isolating amid Coronavirus fears - reports

A school where the England Rugby team trained yesterday is now self-isolating amid fears over the coronavirus - according to repor…

Ian Cameron

28 Feb 2020, 12:05

Nemani Nadolo will be a Leicester Tiger next season

Giant Fijian winger Nemani Nadolo is to be a Leicester Tiger next season after agreeing terms with the club.

Ian Cameron

28 Feb 2020, 9:51

Coronavirus: PRO14 issue statement regarding remainder of season

The PRO14 have issued a statement setting out their stall on the Coronavirus outbreak in Europe and how they will proceed regardin…

Ian Cameron

28 Feb 2020, 6:39

England U20s star will jump ship to Wales after signing for Ospreys

Former Engalnd U20s star Mat Protheroe is ready to jump ship back to Wales after it was announced that he has signed a two-year de…

Ian Cameron

27 Feb 2020, 10:08

Saracens departures: Leavers, loaners and stayers

Departures from troubled Premiership side Saracens are likely to start coming thick and fast as the future of many of their player…

Ian Cameron

26 Feb 2020, 15:12

Confirmed: Ireland versus Italy called off

The Ireland versus Italy game and all Six Nations games between the two nations on the weekend of March 6th through 8th have been …

Ian Cameron

26 Feb 2020, 9:47

Neither Irish government nor IRFU want to make call on Coronavirus threatened Italy game

Both the Irish government and the IRFU appear reluctant to make the final call when it comes to cancelling the Ireland Italy game …

Ian Cameron

26 Feb 2020, 9:08

IRFU issue statement on COVID19 cancellation threat to Ireland-Italy match

The IRFU have issued a statement following news that the Irish government said it was their position that the Ireland Italy match …

Ian Cameron

25 Feb 2020, 16:05

The Ireland Italy game has effectively been called off as the government step in

Ireland's game against Italy is set to be called after the Irish government said it is their position that it 'should not go ahead…

Ian Cameron

25 Feb 2020, 14:59

Ireland player ratings vs England

Ireland player ratings: As pointed out this week by Russ Petty on Twitter, the team that leads at half-time nearly always wins thi…

Ian Cameron

23 Feb 2020, 12:22

Coronavirus hits Six Nations: Women's match postponed

Coronavirus has claimed its first Six Nations fixture, with Italy and Scotland Womens' match in Northern Italy now officially post…

Ian Cameron

23 Feb 2020, 6:05

Dan Biggar has been trending on Twitter

Dan Biggar's antics in Wales' loss to France yesterday in the Principality Stadium have gone down so well with the public at large…

Ian Cameron

23 Feb 2020, 5:24

France player ratings vs Wales

France player ratings: Les Bleus first away game was always going to be a major litmus test for Fabien Gathie's young side.

Ian Cameron

22 Feb 2020, 13:57

Scotland player ratings vs Italy

Scotland player ratings: Gregor Townsend's men came into the Wooden Spoon decider knowing a win was a must, not just for team mora…

Ian Cameron

22 Feb 2020, 11:19

'We understand the repercussions' - RFU clarify next season's payments to Championship clubs

Following the outrage of the slashing of funding to Championship clubs, the RFU has outlined a restructured two-year funding arran…

Ian Cameron

21 Feb 2020, 13:46

The two Premiership clubs chasing England prospect Cameron Redpath

England centre prospect and current Sale Sharks player Cameron Redpath has piqued the interest of two rival Premiership clubs - Ru…

Ian Cameron

21 Feb 2020, 5:15

Broadcaster 'unreservedly' apologises to Danny Cipriani over Caroline Flack Tweet

A UK broadcaster has 'unreservedly apologised' to Gloucester flyhalf Danny Cipriani following a Tweet he sent to the playmaker acc…

Ian Cameron

19 Feb 2020, 4:55

'Even your own mother dumped you' - Brian Moore showcases vile message sent to him by Twitter troll

BBC rugby pundit Brian Moore has revealed a vile message sent to him by a critic on Twitter.

Ian Cameron

16 Feb 2020, 14:28

Wales could be about to abandon 60-cap rule - reports

Wales could be forced to abandon their 60 cap selection rules due to the ongoing injury crisis at flyhalf.

Ian Cameron

16 Feb 2020, 13:36

'Dear Bill' - the full open letter to the RFU CEO from the Championship executive

Following the decison by the RFU to cut funding by nearly half to Championship clubs next, the Championship Club executive have pe…

Ian Cameron

16 Feb 2020, 11:03

'Loan deal' for England's Ben Earl may already be done and dusted

England and Saracens backrow Ben Earl looks likely to sign a loan deal with Bristol Bears that will see him spend next season in t…

Ian Cameron

16 Feb 2020, 8:17

With a minus 439 pts difference, Yorkshire Carnegie are a club in freefall

With zero wins so far this season for Yorkshire Carnegie, relegation from the RFU Championship to National League 1 seems increasi…

Ian Cameron

16 Feb 2020, 6:44

Cheslin Kolbe to make sensational positional switch for Toulouse

He's known for wreaking havoc on the wing, but World Cup winning Springbok Cheslin Kolbe is set to go into unchartered territory w…

Ian Cameron

15 Feb 2020, 12:52

Stuart Hogg offered to fly back south for his surprise Exeter start

Scotland fullback and captain Stuart Hogg is a surprise starter for Exter Chiefs after offering to fly back to Exeter for the Six …

Ian Cameron

14 Feb 2020, 11:43

Northampton Saints send message to fans as Storm Denis looms

Keep checking our social media channels - that's the message Northampton Saints are sending to fans as Storm Denis approaches.

Ian Cameron

14 Feb 2020, 10:22

Sean O'Brien back 'in full contact' training

London Irish backrow Sean O'Brien is back in 'full contact' training following a hip injury that has meant he is yet to feature fo…

Ian Cameron

14 Feb 2020, 6:44

'England are arrogant' - but ex-Ireland backrow fears men in white

A former Irish international has branded England 'arrogant', but suggests that is why they will beat Ireland when the sides meet i…

Ian Cameron

13 Feb 2020, 15:06

Wales release 7 players back to regions

Wales have released seven players back to their respective regions for action this weekend in the Guinness PRO14.

Ian Cameron

13 Feb 2020, 10:46

Saracens issue statement confirming Allianz exit

Saracens have confirmed that Allianz have broken off their sponsorship deal with the club a year early.

Ian Cameron

13 Feb 2020, 10:32

England forward vows to stay at Saracens

England hooker Jamie George has vowed to stay at Saracens despite their automatic relegation to the Championship next season.

Ian Cameron

13 Feb 2020, 10:01

Dai Young linked to shock Ospreys switch

After being dramatically relieved of first team duties earlier in the week, Wasps DoR Dai Young could be in line for a shock retur…

Ian Cameron

13 Feb 2020, 5:58

Saracens could potentially receive equal RFU funding as 11 other cash-strapped Championship sides

Despite the slashing of the annual RFU grant to Championship sides as of next season, relegated Saracens could be set to receive a…

Ian Cameron

12 Feb 2020, 12:27

One addition, one rested as England name 25-man training squad for London week

Manu Tuilagi and Henry Slade will partake in England's training camp in central London this week, but lock Courtney Lawes will be …

Ian Cameron

12 Feb 2020, 6:16

Three of France's heaviest hitters set to return for Wales

Three of France's most potent attacking threats are set to return for their side's Guinness Six Nations clash with Wales.

Ian Cameron

12 Feb 2020, 5:42

Erasmus: I was an ****hole - Bok boss releases another outstanding team talk

Former Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has released another one of his Rugby World Cup team talks, in which he admitted that h…

Ian Cameron

10 Feb 2020, 10:48

France player ratings vs Italy

France player ratings: France were on a hiding to nothing in this match against a heavily unfancied if developing Italian outfit i…

Ian Cameron

09 Feb 2020, 12:09

Photo snapped in Murrayfield ignites England coaching job rumour mill

A photograph snapped in Murrayfield of World Cup-winning Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has set the England coaching job rumour mi…

Ian Cameron

09 Feb 2020, 6:02

Eddie Jones bags Scottish crowd in post-match BBC interview

England head coach Eddie Jones couldn't resist a parting shot at the Scottish crowd, describing the thousands in attendance as lac…

Ian Cameron

08 Feb 2020, 15:40

Scotland player ratings vs England

Scotland player ratings vs England: Dreadful conditions killed this game as a spectacle and it was a hard day to be judged, but ye…

Ian Cameron

08 Feb 2020, 13:23

Tadhg Furlong's bullocking dart for the line delights the internet

Ireland tighthead Tadhg Furlong is a certified Guinness Six Nations favourite and he's first try against Wales delighted the inter…

Ian Cameron

08 Feb 2020, 10:12

Brian Moore: Majority of TV audience 'know very little about rugby'

Brian Moore has launched a rousing defence of his commentating style after copping flak from trolls on Twitter.

Ian Cameron

08 Feb 2020, 8:51

Ospreys statement: McKenzie to return to New Zealand on compassionate grounds

Ospreys playmaker Marty McKenzie is to return to New Zealand on compassionate grounds, the club have confirmed.

Ian Cameron

07 Feb 2020, 12:30

England prop Joe Marler shows his class in changing room encounter with opposition prop

England prop Joe Marler has showed a touch of class in an exchange with his French adversary in Paris last weekend.

Ian Cameron

07 Feb 2020, 10:04

France player ratings vs England

France player ratings: Galthie's team of athletic, young Frenchman might have been light in experience but they made up for it wit…

Ian Cameron

02 Feb 2020, 12:02