Western Force sign ‘extremely physical’ former Highlanders midfielder
The Western Force have added more quality to their ranks by signing Sio Tomkinson for 2025.
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Hope for ‘transformational impact’ as USA Sevens make big coaching call
USA Rugby have made a significant announcement ahead of the 2024/25 HSBC SVNS Series season.
Zebre name immediate replacement as NZ coach exits for 'family reasons'
Zebre Parma has announced that David Sisi will retire as a player and assume the role of lineout coach for the next two seasons.
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Ireland No.8 Jack Conan eyed by Top 14 giants Racing 92
Ireland and Lions star Jack Conan is on the radar of Top 14 strugglers Racing 92 as they step up attempts to replace departed Spri…
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Stade Francais sack Karim Ghezal just 4 games into Top 14 season
Karim Ghezal has left his role as head coach of Stade Francais, less than 48 hours after last season’s Top 14 semi-finalists sli…
'Junkyard Dog' Ryan re-signs, braces for selection battle with Rebels' discards
Instant Queensland Reds hit Tim Ryan has re-signed with the Super Rugby club for two years and the Junkyard Dog is ready to scrap …
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Johnny Sexton to make dramatic return to Ireland set-up?
Sexton called time on an illustrious playing career after Ireland were knocked out of the Rugby World Cup in October 2023 and was …
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Fissler Confidential: Premiership club set to go to market early
The Cherry and Whites defeated Bristol Bears 44-41 in a classic west country derby on Friday night and are in the market to sign a…
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Makazole Mapimpi transfer story: Sharks take action
The 34-year-old, who in 2019 became the first South African to score a try in a Rugby World Cup final, has been linked with a swit…
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Northampton make emergency double signing as injury cover
Northampton Saints have signed second-rows Will Spencer and Gavin Thornbury on short-term deals.
Steve Borthwick names Joe El-Abd as his new England defence coach
It was August 24 when it emerged that Felix Jones wanted to quit as Borthwick’s assistant despite only being in the role since t…
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All Black Leicester Fainga’anuku set to return to New Zealand in 2026
Leicester Fainga’anuku will return to New Zealand in 2026 after penning a two-year deal with the Crusaders.
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Tim Nanai-Williams secures a second Pro D2 medical joker lifeline
Overlooked by his country for 2023 Rugby World Cup squad selection, the 35-year-old originally joined the Pro D2 outfit last Septe…
Two-time Olympic gold medallist Sarah Hirini makes big call on future
Two-time Olympic gold medallist Sarah Hirini has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby through to 2026.
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Fissler Confidential: Bath's Ben Spencer issue, Paddy Jackson rumours
Bath are considering Harlequins scrum-half Will Porter as a potential replacement for Ben Spencer, who is out of contract at the e…
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Racing 92 sign Wallabies hooker as medical joker
Racing 92 have announced the signing of three-cap Australia international Feleti Kaitu'u as a medical joker.
Ulster sign Corrie Barrett from Doncaster Knights
Ulster have confirmed that prop Corrie Barrett has signed a contract with the province until the end of the season. Barrett joined…
Joe Simmonds won't be returning to England anytime soon
Joe Simmonds will be staying in France until the summer of 2028, at least after penning a three-year contract extension to remain …
Former Wallaby joins All Blacks star Ardie Savea at Moana Pasifika
Pone Fa’amausili is the latest marquee recruit to sign with Moana Pasifika for next year’s Super Rugby Pacific season.
Stuart McCloskey commits to Ulster despite Top 14 interest
Ireland and Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey has signed a contract extension with his province, keeping him at the Kingspan Stadium …
Newcastle make short-term signing just days before season start
Newcastle Falcons have signed former England U20 international Ethan Grayson on a short-term deal until the end of 2024.
Newcastle Falcons suffer triple injury and address Callum Chick rumours
Newcastle Falcons, desperate to erase the memory of a winless Gallagher Premiership campaign last season, have suffered a triple i…
Fabio Ongaro to stay at Benetton
Benetton have confirmed that Fabio Ongaro will be staying on as scrum coach until 2026.
Wallaby Liam Wright inks new Super Rugby deal as club aims for success
Queensland Reds co-captain Liam Wright will remain at Ballymore for an eighth season.
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Bidding heats up for lock-sized dual-qualified centre Zack Wimbush
Exeter Chiefs are battling to keep hold of highly-rated centre Zack Wimbush, who is the subject of a tug-of-war between Wales boss…
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Northampton Saints turn to giant lock Will Spencer
Northampton Saints are set to turn to former Leicester Tigers and Bath lock Will Spencer as an injury replacement with the new sea…
Force sign Wallaby wing Dylan Pietsch on multi-year deal
The Western Force have confirmed the signing of Wallaby Dylan Pietsch on a multi-year deal.
Boks the reason behind Racing 92 and Kolisi deal termination
Racing 92 head coach Stuart Lancaster has confirmed that Siya Kolisi's decision to continue playing for the Springboks was the cen…
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Fissler Confidential: Sharks facing Ox-it? 7 clubs enter bidding war
The 29-year-old, who has made 61 appearances for the Sharks since 2020 after starting his career with the Cheetahs, is on the verg…
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Ex-Portugal boss Patrice Lagisquet to work for European rivals
Romania has received a massive upgrade to their backroom staff, as former Portugal head coach Patrice Lagisquet has joined the uni…
Former All Blacks Sevens star signs with Super Rugby Pacific champions
Three weeks after it was revealed that Leroy Carter had signed with the Chiefs, another All Blacks Sevens player has made the jump…
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Gloucester line up England's Callum Chick to replace Zach Mercer
Gloucester have lined up Newcastle Falcons No.8 Callum Chick as their replacement for Zach Mercer, who is heading for the Kingshol…
James O’Connor knocks back Queensland Reds offer to head overseas
Former Wallaby James O’Connor will leave Australia’s shores after knocking back an offer to remain at the Queensland Reds.
Tom Franklin moves to Top 14 after agreeing early Western Force exit
Rrather than return to Perth for the 2025 Super Rugby season as originally contracted, he has instead arrived in France and will s…
Former Scotland lock Ben Toolis announces immediate retirement
Former Scotland and Edinburgh lock Ben Toolis has announced his immediate retirement from rugby.
Ex-Bath lock Levi Douglas seals Pro D2 move after Japan stint
Pro D2 outfit Biarritz have signed former Bath and Wasps lock Levi Douglas as a medical joker.
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