Beauden Barrett one of two players named for Blues debut against Hurricanes
Beauden Barrett will make his long-awaited debut for the Blues against his former team, the Hurricanes, at fullback at Eden Park i…
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11 Jun 2020, 22:17
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Ardie Savea returns as Hurricanes name team for Super Rugby Aotearoa opener against Blues
The Hurricanes will welcome back Ardie Savea from a lengthy injury spell when they face the Blues at Eden Park in their Super Rugb…
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11 Jun 2020, 22:00
Super Rugby AU confirms new law trials including 'Super Time' as well as variations to promote offensive kicks
Rugby Australia has today confirmed seven law variations that will be applied in the upcoming Vodafone Super Rugby AU season.
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11 Jun 2020, 21:16
Charlie Matthews the latest Premiership player to head to Japan, Johnson also finished at Wasps
The wheel has turned at Wasps for forwards Charlie Matthews and Ashley Johnson, both leaving the Premiership club now run by Lee B…
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11 Jun 2020, 11:00
Cheetahs flanker Gerhard Olivier has retired with immediate effect
The 27-year-old Gerhard Olivier made 53 appearances for Cheetahs, the back row's debut coming in a Super Rugby game against the Wa…
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11 Jun 2020, 10:21
Premiership title-winning prop has signed for Richard Hill at Rouen
James Johnston was a cornerstone of the 2012 Premiership title win by Harlequins, an achievement that has helped him secure a swit…
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11 Jun 2020, 9:02
Jersey Reds announce 8 new signings, including two from Munster and an ex-Saracens academy lock
With Sale’s Rob Webber on board as new Jersey forwards coach, Harvey Biljon has unveiled an influx of new signings at the Champi…
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11 Jun 2020, 8:11
Sale Sharks unveil ambitious plans to move back to their hometown and away from the AJ Bell
Sale Sharks left Heywood Road in 2003, moving to Stockport and then the AJ Bell in 2012, but the Premiership club have unveiled pl…
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11 Jun 2020, 7:01
Bristol Bears issue statement explaining their Premiership salary cap U-turn
Bristol Bears were initially against any changes to the Premiership salary cap and marquee player rule, owner Steve Lansdown penni…
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11 Jun 2020, 6:00
Two weeks of knockout matches for Super Rugby Australia as full draw confirmed
Rugby Australia has today unveiled the full season draw for Vodafone Super Rugby AU. Kicking off on July 3, the competition will r…
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10 Jun 2020, 21:11
Luke Jacobson and Nepo Laulala return to bolster Chiefs forwards for Highlanders derby
Team announcement: Chiefs head coach Warren Gatland has named his side to take on the Highlanders for their Super Rugby Aotearoa s…
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10 Jun 2020, 19:56
Highlanders name two debutants for first Super Rugby Aotearoa clash with Chiefs
For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic hit the world, two professional rugby teams will walk out onto a park and play in f…
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10 Jun 2020, 19:09
South Africa's spot at top of the world at risk due to delayed start to rugby calendar
The World Champion Springboks will be at a distinct disadvantage should they face New Zealand and Australia in a revamped Rugby Ch…
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10 Jun 2020, 16:40
Kyle Sinckler posts Harlequins farewell video, reveals the uncomfortable moment that was the making of him
Harlequins has been a wonderful home for Kyle Sinckler but the England tighthead feels the timing is right for him to embark on a …
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10 Jun 2020, 14:15
Grassroots player in England banned for four years for failed doping test
A grassroots rugby player - Max Drage of Haywards Heath - has been banned for four years by the RFU after failing a doping test co…
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10 Jun 2020, 9:45
'When England won the World Cup in 2003, it was barely a footnote in my life, it wasn't an important factor at all'
Inclusivity is a word often heard in England rugby, but Maro Itoje believes more needs to be done to attract BAME players outside …
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10 Jun 2020, 8:57
PRO14 strugglers Zebre have shaken up their coaching team
Just two wins in twelve league outings in the suspended 2019/20 PRO14 season has resulted in Michael Bradley making saff changes a…
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10 Jun 2020, 6:29
Why PRO14 could soon become PRO18: 'I'm absolutely keeping on with my negotiations'
There has been recent speculation that the remaining South Africa sides in Super Rugby could pull opt and join the PRO14, turning …
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10 Jun 2020, 6:01
Quade Cooper goes viral yet again with a third ridiculous trick pass
Former Wallabies star Quade Cooper has once again impressed fans on social media after posting another video showcasing his passin…
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10 Jun 2020, 0:30
UK magazine names its greatest ever coach - and it's one without All Blacks experience
Warren Gatland has been voted the greatest ever rugby coach, according to readers of Rugby World magazine.
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09 Jun 2020, 20:43
