Lancaster eyes redemption but don't count on it being in the Premiership
Stuart Lancaster has been a huge success since he's joined Irish side Leinster and it's little surprise that the former England he…
Nathaniel Cope
11 Apr 2018, 4:31
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Blommetjie becomes second South African to join Scarlets in a matter of weeks
The Scarlets have raided Pro14 rivals Cheetahs for a second time in a matter of weeks, with the signing of Clayton Blommetjie. …
Nathaniel Cope
10 Apr 2018, 4:34
Two favourites for Wales job collide in PRO14 - but which Kiwi is the best candidate to succeed Gatland
Dave Rennie and Wayne Pivac are the leading candidates to replace Warren Gatland after the 2019 World Cup. The two face each ot…
Nathaniel Cope
06 Apr 2018, 12:33
Video - From Helmand Province to coaching the Estonian National team - a 130kg prop's tale
Corporal Chris Budgen has served in the New Zealand Army and the British Army, he's also played top level rugby for Northampton Sa…
Nathaniel Cope
03 Apr 2018, 5:35
Romania player eligibility threatens country's 2019 World Cup participation
Romania's participation at the 2019 Rugby World Cup is in jeopardy, after a complaint from the Russian Rugby Federation over an al…
Nathaniel Cope
27 Mar 2018, 9:44
Wales international Parkes signs fresh deal with Scarlets
Scarlets and Wales centre Hadleigh Parkes has signed a new contract. New Zealand-born Parkes joined the Scarlets in December 20…
Nathaniel Cope
27 Mar 2018, 4:42
Northampton Saints sign hulking centre Symons
Andy Symons has become the latest player to join Northampton Saints, with the club announcing the centre’s switch from Glouceste…
Nathaniel Cope
26 Mar 2018, 8:12
Romania rugby chief issues Woodward with verbal smackdown over ref controversy
The head of the Romanian Rugby Alin Petrache has lashed out at Sir Clive Woodward, after England's 2003 World Cup winning head coa…
Nathaniel Cope
23 Mar 2018, 13:00
Connacht sign second Australian in a week
Connacht Rugby have followed their signing of Australian international Kyle Godwin by picking up a former Australia Under 20 inte…
Nathaniel Cope
23 Mar 2018, 11:53
After 4 years away a familiar face is returning to Welford Road
Leicester Tigers will welcome back one of their former stalwarts for next season after four years away.
Nathaniel Cope
23 Mar 2018, 11:01
Natwest 6 Nations Player of the Tournament revealed
Ireland winger Jacob Stockdale has been named the Natwest 6 Nations Player of the Championship.
Nathaniel Cope
23 Mar 2018, 7:41
Forget the Six Nations... Ireland's real test is coming this summer
Grand Slam winners Ireland still have plenty to do to demonstrate they can be genuine World Cup contenders in 2019.
Nathaniel Cope
22 Mar 2018, 16:43
Kennedy resigns from London Irish with immediate effect
London Irish director of rugby Nick Kennedy is leaving the club with immediate effect.
Nathaniel Cope
22 Mar 2018, 9:00
Leinster boss Cullen gives verdict on Itoje
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen is the latest person to weigh into the debate over the form of Maro Itoje, as his side prepare to f…
Nathaniel Cope
21 Mar 2018, 17:08
With England debrief due RFU bosses come out in defence of Eddie Jones
RFU bosses have come out and launched a staunch defence of Eddie Jones, after a dismal Six Nations saw England finish fifth.
Nathaniel Cope
21 Mar 2018, 11:44
Henderson becomes third player in a day to sign Ireland extension
Ireland and Ulster forward Iain Henderson became the third player in a day to announce he'd signed a contract extension with the I…
Nathaniel Cope
20 Mar 2018, 10:53
Kearney signs new Ireland deal
Ireland and Leinster fullback Rob Kearney has become the latest player to sign a contract extension with the IRFU.
Nathaniel Cope
20 Mar 2018, 8:10
Ireland captain Best signs new contract
Ulster Rugby has announced that Ulster and Ireland captain Rory Best has signed an IRFU contract extension.
Nathaniel Cope
20 Mar 2018, 6:12
Ireland Player Ratings vs England
Ireland won a third Grand Slam in their history with a 24-15 win over England on St. Patrick’s Day. It was their first victory a…
Nathaniel Cope
18 Mar 2018, 10:57
Best says Ireland need to be 'close to perfection' to beat England
Ireland captain Rory Best admits there is a lot of "nervous energy" in the camp ahead of their match against England. The Irish…
Nathaniel Cope
16 Mar 2018, 10:34
