London Irish half-back becomes the 10th 2023/24 Newcastle signing
New coach Alex Codling’s recruitment drive at Newcastle has taken another step, the Falcons confirming on Tuesday that they have…
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'The market is probably not the best at the moment, especially for a 34-year-old winger'
Maitland was about to prepare his departure speech for the club’s leavers’ event on April 28 before being handed a one-year ex…
Mapletoft takes over England U20s
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) has officially announced the appointment of Mark Mapletoft as the new England men's U20 head coach.…
Ex-England flanker Matt Kvesic joins Coventry Rugby
Coventry Rugby have confirmed the signing of highly-experienced England international forward Matt Kvesic.
No SA return for Bok prospect Juarno Augustus
Northampton Saints have secured the services of their influential South African No.8, Juarno Augustus, who has signed a new contra…
Moana Pasifika head coach Aaron Mauger to step down
During his tenure, Mauger has expressed his deep appreciation for the team, describing it as a privilege to be part of the Moana P…
JJ Hanrahan signs for Connacht
JJ Hanrahan will leave the Dragons having signed on for Irish province and URC rivals Connacht. The 30-year-old scored 90 points i…
Leicester Tigers general manager to depart club
Leicester Tigers have confirmed that general manager Leigh Jones will be departing the club in the summer.
England hooker Singleton to stay at Gloucester
Gloucester have confirmed that Jack Singleton has committed to the Cherry & Whites by extending his time at the club.
Sharks make fourth signing of the week
The Sharks have put their recruitment campaign into overdrive.
Reds, O'Connor close in on contract extension
The Queensland Reds are closing in on a deal to retain James O'Connor, who wants to remain at Ballymore and be the mentor he never…
‘Earn his position’: Eddie Jones’ message for Wallaby Mark Nawaqanitawase
Wallabies coach Eddie Jones insists winger Mark Nawaqanitawase will have to “earn his position back in the squad” after re-sig…
'There aren't many 100kg fly-halves going around': Force re-sign three Wallaby hopefuls
Fines-Leleiwasa, Bayley Kuenzle, and injured playmaker Reesjan Pasitoa all penned new two-year deals with the Force on Wednesday.
Rugby Australia re-signs Wallaby midfielder on one-year extension
Rugby Australia and the Queensland Rugby Union (QRU) have today announced the re-signing of Hunter Paisami until the end of the 20…
All Black Ethan Blackadder re-signs with Crusaders and New Zealand Rugby
Crusaders flanker Ethan Blackadder is the latest All Black to re-sign with New Zealand Rugby beyond this year’s World Cup in Fra…
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Anton Lienert-Brown re-signs with NZR and the Chiefs
All Blacks midfielder Anton Lienert-Brown said there was a sense of unfinished business when he put pen to paper on a new deal.
Sexton to join Connacht as assistant attack coach
Ireland U20s attack coach Mark Sexton is set to join Connacht as an assistant attack coach, the province have confirmed.
Ex-England coach Matt Proudfoot in line for Lions role in South Africa
Matt Proudfoot, who quit as England forwards coach, is one of the names in the hat to become the Lions' new forwards coach.
Former All Black Charles Piutau heading to Japan
Former All Black and Tongan international Charles Piutau is headed to Japan after announcing a deal for next season.
Los Pumas coach Michael Cheika a 'shock candidate' for NRL gig
Former Wallabies head coach and current Los Pumas head coach Michael Cheika has reportedly been thrown into the mix for an NRL swi…
Kiwi fullback Josh McKay decides Glasgow future
Full-back Josh McKay declared it was an easy decision to sign an extended contract with Glasgow as he loves the freedom he gets to…
Tug of war for giant 125kg lock has reportedly gone south for Australian rugby
The Waratahs' imminent signing of giant Australian-born lock Miles Amatosero was reported back in March but it now appears that th…
'It's a no-brainer': Waratahs would welcome Joseph Suaalii a year early
The NSW Waratahs say they would welcome Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii a year earlier than expected if the Sydney Roosters are willing to r…
‘Got more memories to make’: Wallaby Pete Samu to leave Brumbies
Wallaby Pete Samu will leave the ACT Brumbies at the end of this year’s Super Rugby Pacific campaign, the club confirmed on Tues…
‘I couldn’t be happier’: Wallaby Nic White signs with Western Force
Looking to “grow the game” in Western Australia, the Force have landed a major coup by signing Wallaby Nic White to a two-year…
Sale Sharks break cover on signing Luke Cowan-Dickie
The England forward is working his way back from ankle surgery.
Another plot twist rocks Luke Cowan-Dickie's French move
French media are once again reporting that Luke Cowan-Dickie is set to find himself without a club for next season after Montpelli…
England confirm coaching ticket to include 4 of Borthwick's Tigers staff
Steve Borthwick has named Tom Harrison as England’s new scrum coach as he finalised his staff for the World Cup.
Vermeulen linked with former club after Ulster's URC exit
Springbok No.8 Duane Vermeulen is being linked with a move back to the Bulls by Netwerk24, following his departure from Ulster.
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Payne to join Scarlets as coaching reshuffle continues
Former Ireland centre Jared Payne is set to join Scarlets as attack coach as part of a coaching reshuffle at the region.
Two internationals among 8 players to leave Bath
Bath have confirmed the departure of eight players, including Scotland international Darcy Rae, at the end of the season.
'Right time for me to move on': Rugby Australia boss quits
Despite the Rugby World Cup kicking off in France in less than four months, Marinos said he felt the timing was right for a change…
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Black Fern Ruby Tui makes decision on her future after weighing up 'mighty' NRLW offer
Black Fern and World Cup hero Ruby Tui has made a decision on her playing future after taking a break since last November's World …
Damian McKenzie becomes latest star to pen new NZR deal
Chiefs playmaker Damian McKenzie has become the latest All Black that the NZR have nailed down with a new deal.
Courtney Lawes to stay in England despite overseas offers
Despite rumours surrounding his future, Courtney Lawes has signed a new deal with Northampton Saints that will see him stay at Fra…
Saracens flanker Jackson Wray retiring at end of season
Saracens’ long-serving flanker Jackson Wray will retire from rugby at the end of the season.
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