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Bath announce signing of South African flyhalf on 18-month contract

The 29-year-old, who was linked with a move to the club last year, has put pen to paper on an 18-month contract.

Online Editors

18 Jan 2021, 13:05

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

'It's not nice to hear, 'Oh, he's too small'... that kind of chat, which I've had all my career'

At 5'8'' and 72kgs, Randall is not the most physically imposing scrum-half, but his superb form for Bristol is making light of any…

Online Editors

18 Jan 2021, 6:43

'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

'It's so hard for an international player to play in a game like this and not get frustrated at times - with your team-mates and with the opposition'

Billy Vunipola’s first appearance for six weeks met with the approval of his Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall.

16 Jan 2021, 14:08

Billy Vunipola powerless to stop Ealing humbling Saracens

Billy Vunipola completed Saracens’ first match since their relegation from the Gallagher Premiership but the England number eigh…

16 Jan 2021, 12:24

Arrested development during a pandemic? Not on Bristol's watch when it comes to minding the kids

With no Premiership Shield and no opportunity to go on loan, young player developmnent is challenging but Bristol sound like they …

Online Editors

16 Jan 2021, 6:24

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

'I haven't got a bad word to say about Steve Diamond... I would hate to think I was jumping into an open grave'

Alex Sanderson has paid tribute to Steve Diamond, the man he is replacing as Sale Sharks director of rugby, and insisted he is not…

Chris Jones

15 Jan 2021, 11:08

Former England centre lauds 'special human' Sanderson

Former Saracens captain Brad Barritt has described his former coach Alex Sanderson as “one of the best in the game”, after he …

Josh Raisey

15 Jan 2021, 10:48

Alex Sanderson's open letter to Saracens: 'It's with a heavy heart...'

Having ended a 17-year career at Saracens, new Sale Sharks Director of Rugby Alex Sanderson has written an open letter to the club…

Online Editors

15 Jan 2021, 6:49

Sale Sharks confirm Alex Sanderson as new DoR

Sale Sharks have confirmed that Saracens forward coach Alex Sanderson will take over as their new Director of Rugby.

Online Editors

15 Jan 2021, 5:59

Saracens: American investment firm in talks to buy £20m share in club

Saracens are involved in ongoing talks with a number of investors in a bid to raise £20m by selling 50 per cent of owner Nigel Wr…

Chris Jones

15 Jan 2021, 4:45

Exeter's verdict on how Jack Nowell is coping mentally 12 weeks into his latest long injury layoff

England's Jack Nowell is on the road to recovery after playing through the pain barrier to help Exeter win the Premiership/Europea…

Liam Heagney

15 Jan 2021, 4:17

'Alex Sanderson is the biggest loss at Saracens bar an Owen Farrell or a Maro Itoje'

Ex-England back row Alex Sanderson has become a massively respected part of the furniture at Saracens since he retired from playin…

Liam Heagney

14 Jan 2021, 10:28

'It's f***in' bleak... Saracens will get a shock': Gary Graham on what life will be like for the relegated Londoners in the Championship

Gary Graham has a Championship warning for Saracens after emerging at Jersey and then experiencing the second-tier again with Newc…

Liam Heagney

14 Jan 2021, 9:23

'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

'Alex knows how South Africans think, what makes them tick... it is a brilliant move from Sale'

Former Saracens boss Brendan Venter believes Alex Sanderson, who is set to be named Sale Sharks new director of rugby, is a “bri…

Chris Jones

14 Jan 2021, 7:04

Referee JP Doyle still in dark over exactly why he was singled out for RFU redundancy

It is now five months since it emerged that popular Premiership referee JP Doyle was made redundant by the Twickenham-based RFU in…

Liam Heagney

14 Jan 2021, 6:24

Exeter react to Tomas Francis exit, outline who they are looking at to replace him

Tomas Francis has been on the books at Exeter since 2014 but he has now been forced to leave by being 8 caps short of the WRU's 60…

Liam Heagney

14 Jan 2021, 4:52

Western Force lose Argentina's Julian Montoya to England

The Western Force's Argentine contingent has been cut by one after star hooker Julian Montoya was forced to renege on his contract…

AAP

13 Jan 2021, 20:32

Baxter does Premiership fixtures U-turn, issues update on Simmonds injury

Exeter boss Rob Baxter voiced a call last Saturday asking Premiership officials to bring forward fixtures to fill the void left by…

Liam Heagney

13 Jan 2021, 14:09

New Worcester head coach picks out his one downside to two-week break in England

Premiership clubs in England have no games over the next two weekends, something Worcester coach Jonathan Thomas believes is mostl…

Online Editors

13 Jan 2021, 5:13

'It's not ideal': Chris Ashton criticises Premiership's decision not to play on

Harlequins winger Chris Ashton isn't happy after the Gallagher Premiership opted for a rest period rather than rescheduling games.…

12 Jan 2021, 12:40

Surgery rules Nanai out for rest of season at Worcester

Melani Nanai was a huge signing for Worcester when he arrived in 2019 but he has now suffered a second serious injury in England.

Online Editors

12 Jan 2021, 10:43

Bristol sign Saracens scrum-half Tom Whiteley

Just days after singing the praises of Harry Randall, Pat Lam has recruited another scrum-half in the guise of Tom Whiteley of Sar…

Online Editors

12 Jan 2021, 8:34

Ellis Genge wins the internet with hilarious spin on Will Greenwood Tweet

England and Leicester Tigers’ Ellis Genge continues to show why he is such a popular figure online.

Josh Raisey

11 Jan 2021, 14:13

Premiership Rugby to take mid-season break after suspension of Champions Cup and Challenge Cup seasons

The two European Cups were put on ice on Tuesday after the French government directed its clubs to postpone their participation in…

Online Editors

11 Jan 2021, 13:40

'We must stop this' - The weekend referee respect in rugby took an ugly turn

The past weekend’s action was marred by a series of encounters with referees which have brought rugby’s values into question.

Josh Raisey

11 Jan 2021, 11:48

Former England prop cites Kyle Sinckler for foul-mouthed exchange with referee

Sinckler, who subsequently posted an apology on Twitter, will appear before a disciplinary panel on Tuesday.

Online Editors

11 Jan 2021, 8:46

Sinckler-Dickson incident was three refereeing conundrums rolled into one

Premiership referee and former Harlequins scrum-half Karl Dickson had a taste of this experience on Saturday – and to his credit…

Paul Smith

11 Jan 2021, 7:18

'We've got to create space': Premiership bosses want games moved forward if European fixtures called off

Rob Baxter and Pat Lam believe that Gallagher Premiership games should be moved forward if necessary to free up fixture schedule s…

10 Jan 2021, 20:17

'It's deja vu... The team is hurting' - Paul Gustard bemoans another Harlequins collapse

Paul Gustard lamented an all-too familiar implosion by Harlequins as a comfortable lead against London Irish ended in a 27-27 Gall…

10 Jan 2021, 14:35

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

Paddy Jackson denies Harlequins at the death

Paddy Jackson landed a tricky conversion in the final minute to rescue London Irish a 27-27 Gallagher Premiership draw at The Stoo…

10 Jan 2021, 12:41

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

'He is getting there... However, he will be the first to say there is a still lot more to come from him'

Dean Richards watched Newcastle wing Adam Radwan embarrass England’s Jonny May with a combination of pace and footwork and then …

Chris Jones

10 Jan 2021, 9:50

Saracens reveal new stadium and kit sponsor after 2020 split with Allianz

A year on from the peak of the salary cap scandal that preceded their split with Allianz and Saracens have revealed their new main…

Online Editors

10 Jan 2021, 9:07

Francois Hougaard said to have signed for the Bulls

Francois Hougaard could be the latest Springbok to be lured back to South Africa by Jake White's Blue Bulls franchise.

Online Editors

10 Jan 2021, 6:18

Bath's young star ends England chances by signing for French club Montpellier at 23-years-old

Bath Rugby's young back rower Zach Mercer has signed with French club Montpellier for next season according to a report by the Dai…

Online Editors

09 Jan 2021, 23:00

'He is only 70kg, but it is not the size': The lightweight Bristol Bear with dual eligibility who is tipped for international honours

Bristol replaced Exeter as league leaders following an outstanding display, with victory secured through tries by centre Semi Radr…

09 Jan 2021, 17:53

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

'I'm very disappointed' - Bottom dwelling Gloucester rue leaving Kingston Park empty handed

Gloucester boss George Skivington feels his side lacks a killing instinct after a 22-10 loss at Newcastle left them rooted to the …

09 Jan 2021, 14:59

Semi Radradra strikes with the telling blow as champions Exeter lose again

The top of the Gallagher Premiership table clash at Exeter swung the way of Bristol with a try from Semi Radradra on 69 minutes. …

09 Jan 2021, 14:23

'It ain't on': Yellow carding of 2 props at same time in Exeter versus Bristol game criticised by Ellis Genge

The top of the table Premiership meeting between Exeter and Bristol struggled for first-half momentum due to a malfunctioning scru…

Liam Heagney

09 Jan 2021, 12:57

Radwan steps England star Jonny May as Newcastle put struggling Gloucester on ice

Newcastle continued their fine start to the Premiership season with a 22-10 victory over struggling Gloucester at a frozen Kingsto…

09 Jan 2021, 11:38

'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

Nemani Nadolo can't get his head around criticism of 11-try Bath vs Wasps thriller

The online reaction to the Friday night Gallagher Premiership try-fest featuring Bath and Wasps has bemused Leicester winger Neman…

Liam Heagney

09 Jan 2021, 7:51

'It would be a lie if I didn't say there were some markers we wanted to put down'

There were fears the 2020/21 Premiership could suffer without the Exeter versus Saracens rivalry but Chiefs versus Bristol can fil…

Liam Heagney

09 Jan 2021, 6:29

Video: It's edge-of-your-seat stuff as two-try Paolo Odogwu lights up The Rec

Paolo Odogwu wasn't part of the Wasps XV at the start of the season but his form in recent weeks at No13 and right wing has been e…

Online Editors

09 Jan 2021, 5:42

'He's a tough bugger': Bristol's verdict on the progress of 79kg scrum-half Harry Randall

Bristol boss Pat Lam was smitten when he first saw scrum-half Harry Randall play for Hartpury against the Bears in the 2017/18 Cha…

Liam Heagney

09 Jan 2021, 5:05

Six of the best signings for 2021/22 so far

Though the 2020/21 season is nowhere near reaching its conclusion yet, clubs are already looking ahead to next season in terms of …

Josh Raisey

09 Jan 2021, 3:28

'We've still got a lot of areas to improve on': Sale boss vents frustration despite Sharks win over Worcester

Sale interim head coach Paul Deacon was unhappy with the display against Worcester Warriors, despite seeing his side secure a seco…

09 Jan 2021, 0:34

'Probably his biggest weakness as a winger was probably the lack of involvements in the game'

Lee Blackett hailed Wasps’ clinical finishing after they beat Bath 52-44 in an 11-try Gallagher Premiership spectacular at the R…

09 Jan 2021, 0:24

'For the Lions to be in England would be a bit odd, but I can't complain - if I got picked, I wouldn't care where it is'

The centre is among the England internationals returning to action after a rest period.

08 Jan 2021, 18:15

Sale make it back-to-back Premiership wins with battling triumph over Worcester

Sale Sharks secured their second consecutive Gallagher Premiership victory under interim head coach Paul Deacon with a battling 20…

08 Jan 2021, 17:42

How Lima Sopoaga's 'scary but liberating' therapy inspired return to form

Ex-All Blacks first-five Lima Sopoaga has opened up about how a therapist helped turn around his rugby form on English soil, sayin…

Online Editors

08 Jan 2021, 17:24

Wasps continue winning run by edging out Bath in high-scoring clash

Wasps recorded a fifth successive victory in all competitions as they beat Bath 52-44 in an epic Gallagher Premiership encounter.

08 Jan 2021, 17:15

'Not enough games disrupted for that to be a reason to force a ring-fencing'

There have been calls for Premiership relegation to be scrapped but the message coming out of Bath is very different to that.

Liam Heagney

08 Jan 2021, 11:40

Rob Baxter called out by senior Exeter players during internal meeting over media comments

Rob Baxter’s recognition in the New Year Honours list did not deter his players from taking him to task in the aftermath of Exet…

08 Jan 2021, 9:09

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

Exeter recall England 4, Bristol make 6 changes

Defending champions Exeter hosting joint top rivals Bristol is the game of the weekend it the latest round of Gallagher Premiershi…

Online Editors

08 Jan 2021, 7:45

'Snowball fight to decide the winner, Gloucester?'

The pandemic has done much to affect the Premiership but bad weather is the latest headache ahead of the Gloucester visit to Newca…

Liam Heagney

08 Jan 2021, 6:15

'Would I like to play myself if I was a young loosehead? No, I wouldn't.'

All Black prop Jeff Toomaga-Allen loves to make an impact and the decibel level will significantly increase when he takes to the p…

Chris Jones

08 Jan 2021, 5:58

'The main thing for me at Sale is I can't really slag anyone off, I probably wasn't all there myself'

Bath had to pay a fee in excess of £100,000 to Sale last February to recruit Cameron Redpath and they seem to now be reaping the …

Liam Heagney

08 Jan 2021, 5:34

'You'll no longer be warming up at the normal end, you swap ends so you're always behind the defensive end'

Harlequins boss Paul Gustard admits players will have to fight their instincts to comply with enhanced Premiership Rugby regulatio…

08 Jan 2021, 4:11

'You could see some ridiculous celebrations'

London Irish have scored just three tries in the Premiership but Declan Kidney has predicted what may happen after a clampdown on …

Liam Heagney

08 Jan 2021, 4:00

The Bath verdict on Ben Spencer after 14 appearances since his switch from Saracens

Ben Spencer won a load of trophies with Saracens and the scrum-half is now bringing that experience into the mix at ambitious Bath…

Liam Heagney

07 Jan 2021, 13:45

Gloucester lock Ed Slater banned for 4 games

Last Saturday's Gloucester vs Sale match at Kingsholm was a feisty affair and an incident has resulted in a ban until February 2 f…

Online Editors

07 Jan 2021, 10:09

Dan du Preez banned for 3 weeks after clash with Gloucester's Chris Harris

The intervention by Dan du Preez at a ruck in Kingsholm last Saturday generated much commentary and the Sale player has now been b…

Online Editors

07 Jan 2021, 9:22

'I don't think it's really appropriate when people are quite ill'

Irish got four points despite being to blame for two Premiership cancellations but Declan Kidney deems it inappropriate to talk ab…

Liam Heagney

07 Jan 2021, 8:49

'For me to sit here now and say it should shut up shop, I just couldn't do that and be honest with myself'

It was 2010 when Exeter first joined the Premiership and Rob Baxter has now shared his thoughts on the current ring-fencing debate…

Liam Heagney

07 Jan 2021, 7:51

Former England fullback to make first Premiership start of the season for Worcester Warriors

England full-back Chris Pennell will make his first Gallagher Premiership appearance of the season for Warriors against Sale Shark…

Online Editors

07 Jan 2021, 7:29

An 'alignment group' and 'ABC' analysis - how Bristol have upped the dressing room ante during recent Premiership intervals

Bristol have looked a transformed team in recent Premiership second-halves and Pat Lam has explained what they get up to at half-t…

Liam Heagney

06 Jan 2021, 13:35

Freddie Burns suggests bizarre Japanese way to decide points split for cancelled Premiership games

Ex-Bath out-half Freddie Burns is now playing in Japan and he has come across a novel way for the Premiership to decide its cancel…

Josh Raisey

06 Jan 2021, 12:53

Ice baths and face-to-face try celebrations banned as Premiership introduce a raft of tightened protocols

With five games cancelled in twelve days, Premiership officials have introduced a list of new protocols, including a ban on try ce…

06 Jan 2021, 12:32

Promotion for Thomas at Worcester, new deal for loan recruit Moyle at Gloucester

Jonathan Thomas returned to Worcester from Bristol during the first lockdown while Kyle Moyle made the Premiership step-up from Co…

Online Editors

06 Jan 2021, 11:56

Light shed on Alex Cuthbert's latest injury absence which is now 14 weeks and counting

Ex-Wales winger Alex Cuthbert made an instant impact at Exeter when he joined in 2018 but he has since been struck by series of in…

Liam Heagney

06 Jan 2021, 11:21

'It does impact on the integrity of the competition': Number of cancelled Premiership matches now stands at 5

Tensions are rising near the foot of the Gallagher Premiership table due to the glut of cancellations involving Worcester and many…

Chris Jones

06 Jan 2021, 7:57

Northampton shut training ground after cancellation of next Saturday's derby with Leicester

Fears initially emerged on Tuesday that next weekend's Gallagher Premiership derby between Northampton and Leicester was in jeopar…

Online Editors

06 Jan 2021, 7:15

Gloucester snap up another recruit from Scotland, this time Edinburgh's Andrew Davidson

With Adan Hastings already signed for next season, Gloucester have gone back to Scotland to snap up Edinburgh forward Andrew David…

Online Editors

05 Jan 2021, 10:51

Doubts emerge over Northampton's Premiership derby with Leicester

Having had their Premiership game las Sunday cancelled at London Irish, Northampton now have doubts about their next game with Lei…

Online Editors

05 Jan 2021, 10:29

'The Dan du Preez incident has been blown out of all proportion': Sale latest on citing and brawl-causing water carrier incidents

A citing involving Dan du Preez from Saturday versus Gloucester has generated headlines for Sale as has a brawl involving their wa…

Liam Heagney

05 Jan 2021, 9:00

Two players cited following fiery Gloucester Sale game

Gloucester lock Ed Slater and Sale number eight Daniel Du Preez have been cited following Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership match…

04 Jan 2021, 12:55

Duhan van der Merwe signs for Worcester Warriors

In a move rumoured for weeks, Worcester Warriors have confirmed the recruitment of Scotland international wing Duhan van der Merwe…

04 Jan 2021, 11:50

Scotland prop Welsh rejoins Newcastle Falcons

Former Scotland prop Jon Welsh has rejoined Newcastle Falcons, the club have confirmed.

Online Editors

04 Jan 2021, 10:26

The specialist training making Wasps Premiership breakdown kings

Defence coach Ian Costello has revealed the specialist training that has turned Wasps into the outstanding breakdown team in the G…

Chris Jones

04 Jan 2021, 10:05

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

Bayonne refuse to play Leicester and Zebre in Challenge Cup

Bayonne had their Top 14 fixture against Castres on December 26 postponed following a number of positive tests.

Online Editors

04 Jan 2021, 4:54

Bath DoR gives verdict on Leicester Tigers' star George Ford

Bath director of rugby Stuart Hooper lauded George Ford’s performance as the Leicester fly-half steered his side to a 36-31 come…

04 Jan 2021, 4:30

'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

Northampton Saints awarded win over London Irish following cancellation

Northampton Saints have been awarded four league points by Premiership Rugby, following the cancellation of the club’s Gallagher…

Online Editors

03 Jan 2021, 12:05

England prospect Alfie Barbeary could be out for up to 3 months

Standout Wasps forward Alfie Barbeary is likely to be out for up to twelve weeks, Wasps' head coach Lee Blackett has confirmed.

Online Editors

03 Jan 2021, 7:57

Waterboy incident: 'Emotions boil over, and I think a lot of people make it a bigger issue than it actually is'

Sale Sharks interim head coach Paul Deacon saluted his players’ “commitment to the cause” after they toppled Gloucester 22-1…

03 Jan 2021, 4:08

Waterboy incident ignites sideline brawl as Sale Sharks grab win over Gloucester

Sale Sharks claimed a first victory of interim head coach Paul Deacon’s reign as they beat Gloucester 22-19 at Kingsholm thanks …

02 Jan 2021, 14:12

Video: Rees-Zammit starts 2021 with electric try just days after Ian McGeechan name-checks him as Lions tour bolter

Louis Rees-Zammit was name-checked as a Lions tour bolter earlier this week and he started his 2021 with Gloucester with an exhila…

Liam Heagney

02 Jan 2021, 12:46

'We wanted to send out a statement, wanted to almost shock them with our physicality'

Beaten in the London rain ten weeks ago in the 2019/20 final, Wasps were in a mission in their Premiership rematch with champions …

Online Editors

02 Jan 2021, 12:01

Bonus-earning Wasps hammer champions Exeter despite loss of Jack Willis to injury

Exeter completed their league and cup double with a Premiership final win over Wasps 10 weeks ago but revenge was served in Ricoh …

02 Jan 2021, 11:21

The grape-into-wine analogy that left Pat Lam smiling heading into 2021 with his Bristol Bears

2020 Premiership rugby will be remembered for the difficulties caused by the pandemic but Bristol boss Pat Lam isn't all doom and …

Liam Heagney

02 Jan 2021, 8:08

Wasps' verdict on winger Paolo Odogwu's rare four-game run as their starting No13

Paolo Odogwu is more recognised as a winger at Wasps but he recently enjoyed a four-game run as Lee Blackett's starting No13.

Liam Heagney

02 Jan 2021, 6:41

Premiership statement: Worcester and Quins split points over abandoned match

Harlequins and Worcester have split their points following their abandoned match, with Warriors getting four points and the win an…

Online Editors

02 Jan 2021, 6:18

'Everyone needs to be a little careful' - Double-winning Exeter's response to latest Esportif Premiership player salary report

Esportif's salary report claims No10 is best-paid Premiership position and openside the worst, but Exeter aren't reading much into…

Liam Heagney

02 Jan 2021, 5:31

'It has always been a perception based on how I conduct myself away from the pitch'

Wasps captain Joe Launchbury has cranked up his physicality in the belief his calm demeanour has created a false perception.

02 Jan 2021, 4:56

Bristol end Newcastle's winning start to the season

Newcastle suffered their first defeat of the Gallagher Premiership season as Bristol claimed a 29-17 bonus-point win on New Year�…

01 Jan 2021, 12:46

'I am fine' - Leicester Tigers boss Borthwick working remotely after testing positive

Leicester Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick is having to work remotely after testing positive for COVID-19.

Chris Jones

01 Jan 2021, 9:28

'We've got a plan and it's a very similar plan to what we were going to use in the final'

A rematch of the Gallagher Premiership final sees Baxter’s double winners look to improve on a poor record at the Ricoh Arena.

01 Jan 2021, 8:52

Ten of rugby's brightest young talents set to shine in 2021

We have scoured the globe for 10 of rugby's top young talents to keep an eye on in 2021, with age-grade rugby having been cancelle…

Alex Shaw

01 Jan 2021, 4:57

'I asked someone what do they mean by hairdryer. I'd never heard that expression'

Pat Lam was compared to Alex Ferguson following the Boxing Day win at Harlequins but the comparison was lost on the Bristol boss. …

Liam Heagney

31 Dec 2020, 13:50

Exeter and Wasps dominate 2020's Premiership stats

The pandemic threw unprecedented amounts of disruption at the sport across the globe, as it did with all aspects of life, and Gall…

Online Editors

31 Dec 2020, 11:48

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

Piutau and Sinckler set for Bristol Bears return

Charles Piutau is set to play his first game for Bristol Bears kick since injuring himself last October, as Pat Lam's side take on…

Online Editors

31 Dec 2020, 7:16

The one Premiership Covid-19 protocol that Northampton boss Chris Boyd still can't fully get his head around

Chris Boyd is chuffed with how Northampton have risen to the challenge of Covid but one Premiership protocol continues to bemuse t…

Liam Heagney

31 Dec 2020, 6:43

'I had a two-year deal with them' - Why Cobus Wiese turned down Saracens

The final month of an unprecedented year has seen Cobus Wiese face the shock exit of Steve Diamond, Sale Shark’s director of rug…

Chris Jones

31 Dec 2020, 5:07

Irish have second successive match cancelled as Premiership officials confirm 33 positive tests across 10 clubs

Hopes that London Irish could bounce back healthy this week following their Premiership game cancellation at Bath have been unfrui…

Online Editors

30 Dec 2020, 14:33

Testing change ensures Bristol's New Year Day game goes ahead despite absence of all 6 front rowers from win at Quins

Bristol have lost 1 front row to Covid and 5 others to isolation protocols but their Premiership game against Newcastle will still…

Liam Heagney

30 Dec 2020, 11:18

Front row issue sees Harlequins' January 1 game at Worcester cancelled

Having lost two Premiership games to Covid in the Boxing Day round of fixtures, Harlequins vs Worcester this New Year weekend is a…

Online Editors

30 Dec 2020, 9:48

'Missing them? I wouldn't think so' - League leaders Exeter on Premiership life without fierce rivals Saracens

Exeter have netted four bonus-point wins in four Premiership games but they insist the league isn't suffering from the absence of …

Liam Heagney

30 Dec 2020, 8:18

'I had to have a word with him and I used the word stupid'

Charlie Atkinson has bounced back from being recklessly hit by Owen Farrell, but his teenage exuburence isn't fully to the liking …

Liam Heagney

30 Dec 2020, 4:46

Chris Boyd's blunt verdict on Northampton's underwhelming 2020

Northampton were tipped to challenge for honours at the start of 2020 but the Chris Boyd set-up won just 6 of 24 matches this cale…

Liam Heagney

29 Dec 2020, 13:01

No10 now the best paid position in the Premiership and Top 14, but it remains tough love for those at hooker

The Esportif Intelligence comparison of rugby player salaries in England, France and PRO14 is a talking point at this time every y…

Liam Heagney

29 Dec 2020, 11:25

'We wouldn't even dare consider him for this week': Lee Blackett issues update on injured Wasps duo Kibirige and Barbeary

Sunday's Premiership win for Wasps at Sale came at a price and boss Lee Blackett has now given an update on Zach Kibirige and Alfi…

Liam Heagney

29 Dec 2020, 10:23

'Support ring-fencing for a period of time to let clubs get their finances in order'

The 2020/21 Gallagher Premiership table has an asterisk alongside four of the twelve clubs - including Newcastle - following cance…

Chris Jones

29 Dec 2020, 7:10

Premiership Rugby announce points decisions for Christmas games cancelled due to COVID

The Newcastle Falcons v Leicester Tigers and Bath v London Irish games were cancelled over the weekend due to small outbreaks of C…

Online Editors

28 Dec 2020, 7:11

'There seems to be an issue with mindset with some of them. Some of the decision-making isn't always there'

The mindset of certain players could be an issue at Sale according to interim boss Paul Deacon as he suffered defeat in his first …

27 Dec 2020, 15:25

Nasty looking Zach Kibirige injury mars Wasps win over Sale Sharks

Interim head coach Paul Deacon suffered defeat in his first Premiership game in charge of Sale as they were edged out 26-23 by Was…

27 Dec 2020, 12:50

'I don't want to be the Christmas grinch...but one swallow doesn't make a summer'

.Chris Boyd had mixed feelings after his Northampton side ended their winless start to the season with a Boxing Day triumph over W…

27 Dec 2020, 2:17

'Some of those lads had virtually no time on the training field in two weeks and yet we scored four tries against another Premiership side'

Rob Baxter revealed that Exeter engineered a 28-20 Gallagher Premiership victory over Gloucester despite their team being unable t…

26 Dec 2020, 13:46

Covid outbreak fails to slow Exeter's perfect Premiership start

Exeter bounced back from the outbreak of coronavirus that had swept through Sandy Park to maintain their perfect start to their Ga…

26 Dec 2020, 13:02

Steven Luatua stars in Bristol's comeback win over Harlequins

Captain Steven Luatua inspired Bristol Bears to a 27-19 victory at Harlequins in the Gallagher Premiership as they came from behin…

26 Dec 2020, 11:15

Gloucester sign 'powerful and abrasive' Seb Nagle-Taylor

Gloucester have confirmed that Hartpury product Seb Nagle-Taylor has signed a permanent contract with the Premiership side for the…

Online Editors

24 Dec 2020, 8:25

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

Semi Radradra returns as Bristol Bears and Quins name teams for Boxing Day clash

Fijian superstar Semi Radradra returns to the Bristol Bears starting line-up ahead of the Boxing Day showdown versus Harlequins on…

Online Editors

24 Dec 2020, 7:16

London Irish Covid-19 outbreak forces Bath game to be called off

The round four fixture suffers the same fate as Newcastle’s clash with Leicester.

AAP

23 Dec 2020, 9:14

Baxter says Exeter are on top of Covid-19 outbreak ahead of Gloucester game

The Chiefs had to forfeit last weekend’s clash with Toulouse after returning a significant amount of positive coronavirus tests.

23 Dec 2020, 5:42

Boxing Day meeting of Newcastle and Leicester called off due to coronavirus outbreak in Tigers squad

The Tigers returned a small number of positives tests in this week's round of PCR testing.

22 Dec 2020, 13:31

Newcastle Falcons announce double-signing of Argentina duo

The Falcons had already secured the signature of Argentina centre Matias Orlando, who arrived on Tyneside just over a week ago.

Online Editors

22 Dec 2020, 9:11

'I'd really love if Maro Itoje came to the Chiefs': The international stars that NZ coaches would bring to Super Rugby

South Africa's and Argentina's absences from Super Rugby in 2021 removes some of the competition's international flavour, but some…

Online Editors

21 Dec 2020, 19:08

Bristol sign Los Pumas tighthead as cover for Sinckler

Bristol Bears have signed 'formidable Argentina international' Nahuel Tetaz Chaparro on a short-term deal from January 2021.

Online Editors

21 Dec 2020, 8:43

RFU reveal shortened Greene King IPA Championship season and kick off date

The RFU have revealed a new, shorterned 2020/21 Greene King IPA Championship season, which will commence the weekend of 6th March,…

Online Editors

21 Dec 2020, 6:16

Chris Budgen consents to extradition over rape allegation

Former New Zealand rugby union star Chris Budgen may be extradited from the United Kingdom to face trial over a rape allegation fr…

Online Editors

20 Dec 2020, 14:32

'We were off in the warm-up' - Gustard felt something was wrong with Harlequins prior to kick-off

Harlequins head of rugby Paul Gustard will investigate the reasons why his players were off the pace during the warm-up for their …

20 Dec 2020, 13:52

Former RFU chief Nigel Melville handed key role with England's top clubs

Nigel Melville has been appointed to two key roles with Premiership Rugby and given the job of changing the image of the umbrella …

Chris Jones

20 Dec 2020, 8:51

Bath to sign Jacques du Toit from Cheetahs

Jacques du Toit is set to become the latest South African addition to the Gallagher Premiership by signing a short term deal with …

Robert Rees

20 Dec 2020, 7:41

'Neil Best picked up the goldfish out of bowl, put it in his pint and downed it. The fish was never seen again'

Christmas parties were a topic on this week's RugbyPass Offload and Dylan Hartley told an incredible story about high jinx at Nort…

Liam Heagney

19 Dec 2020, 4:54

Singleton's permanent exit ignites speculation about Saracens' other on loan players

Jack Singleton's decision not to return to Saracens at the end of his loan has sparked speculation about the future of others like…

Josh Raisey

19 Dec 2020, 4:49

Massive win for BT Sport as they secure £110million Premiership live TV deal through to 2024

Fears on Wednesday that BT Sport would lose their live TV rights with the Premiership have been allayed with hands shaken on a fre…

Online Editors

18 Dec 2020, 12:49

Is there more to Cipriani's Gloucester exit than meets the eye? - Andy Goode

Something has gone badly wrong for Danny Cipriani to go from eulogising George Skivington to leaving Gloucester just six months la…

Andy Goode

18 Dec 2020, 4:35

Jack Singleton won't be returning to Saracens at the end of his Gloucester loan

England hooker Jack Singleton was due to return to Saracens, his parent club, in summer 2021 following his loan spell at Glouceste…

Online Editors

17 Dec 2020, 15:04

Gloucester snap up Georgian centre Kveseladze, scorer of that incredible solo try last month versus Ireland

The Autumn Nations Cup displays of Georgia midfielder Giorgi Kveseladze have resulted in Gloucester signing the 23-year-old semi-p…

Online Editors

16 Dec 2020, 8:59

Premiership turns down BT Sport's £40million-a-year rights bid - reports

The buy-in by CVC into the Premiership was always likely to up the financial ante and BT Sport could be a casualty for the 2021/22…

Liam Heagney

16 Dec 2020, 5:00

Gloucester explain why Cipriani was allowed to quit Kingsholm

There never seems to be a dull moment in Premiership rugby, the swift exit of Danny Cipriani from Gloucester the latest seismic st…

15 Dec 2020, 14:25

Danny Cipriani's farewell social media message to Gloucester fans

Danny Cipriani took to social media on Tuesday to reveal he was leaving Premiership outfit Gloucester with immediate effect.

Josh Raisey

15 Dec 2020, 10:51

Danny Cipriani has left Gloucester with immediate effect, Hastings signing made official

Less than a day after RugbyPass revealed Gloucester would sign Adam Hastings, Danny Cipriani has quit the Premiership club.

Liam Heagney

15 Dec 2020, 9:15

Adam Hastings to sign for Gloucester

Adam Hastings is set to become the next Scotland star to leave Glasgow Warriors after agreeing a move to Gloucester next season.

Jamie Lyall

14 Dec 2020, 14:51

Gloucester sign highly-rated young Argentina star until end of the season

The 22-year-old arrives with 8 Argentina caps to his name after starting his international career during the 2019 Rugby World Cup …

Online Editors

14 Dec 2020, 5:22

'It was quite clearly a tactic to hit him late' - Van Graan hits out at Quins' treatment of Healy

The 21-year-old fly-half is an injury doubt for Saturday’s trip to Clermont Auvergne after shipping a couple of late hits agains…

14 Dec 2020, 4:23

'Every other time we've picked him at fly-half, we've won' - Hooper hopping over loss but won't blame playmaker

Bath director of rugby Stuart Hooper pointed to telling mistakes in his side’s 23-19 defeat at home to Scarlets in the opening r…

13 Dec 2020, 7:24

Gloucester sign Los Pumas utility back Carreras

Gloucester have confirmed the capture of Argentine international Santiago Carreras until the end of the 2020-21 season.

Online Editors

11 Dec 2020, 12:10

'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

'A lot of members I speak to will say 'don't change the game, don't make it less physical'

A group of what is now understood to be 10 ex-players is set to launch an action against World Rugby, the RFU and the WRU.

11 Dec 2020, 3:54

Report: Super Rugby's best set to take on elite European clubs in proposed club world championship

Top clubs and franchises from the northern and southern hemispheres could be in line to square off against one another in a world …

Online Editors

10 Dec 2020, 19:17

'Whatever's happened with these guys, however unfortunate it is, is a way down the line'

World Cup winner Steve Thompson says he can no longer remember England’s 2003 triumph because of brain injuries he suffered play…

10 Dec 2020, 7:24

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

Ewels: Rugby medical protocols can adapt to help protect player welfare

Former England World Cup winner Steve Thompson has been diagnosed with early onset dementia.

09 Dec 2020, 13:31

Harlequins sign former England Sevens Player of the Year on short-term deal

De Carpentier, 30, made the switch to the seven-man game at the start of the decade, featuring in 43 tournaments and 200 matches f…

Online Editors

09 Dec 2020, 13:14

'No disrespect to Scotland, but one of the things that they need to get rid of is the mental fragility in the side'

Newcastle defence coach Nick Easter says Scotland are still missing the mental and physical strength needed to challenge the best …

Chris Jones

09 Dec 2020, 11:08

Bristol to lodge formal complaint with World Rugby over Fiji's treatment of Semi Radradra

The centre is set to miss Bristol’s opening two Heineken Champions Cup games after suffering a leg injury on international duty.

09 Dec 2020, 8:20

'I can't say for certain this won't affect the team' - Players 'numb' after Diamond's shock Sale exit

Paul Deacon has been put in temporary charge as head coach at Sale and would like the chance to make the job permanent.

Chris Jones

09 Dec 2020, 7:38

Harlequins centre Andre Esterhuizen banned for elbow strike

Andre Esterhuizen has received a four-week suspension after he was sent off during their Gallagher Premiership victory over Glouce…

09 Dec 2020, 6:44

Steve Diamond leaves Sale Sharks with immediate effect

Paul Deacon will take charge of the team as head coach while the club 'take stock and plan for the future.'

Ciarán Kennedy

08 Dec 2020, 7:08

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

Red card for Andre the Giant can't stop Harlequins downing Gloucester

Harlequins overcame Andre Esterhuizen’s dismissal in the 45th minute to record a superb 34-24 victory over Gloucester in a pulsa…

06 Dec 2020, 14:19

Bok power on display as Sale see off London Irish

Sale’s South Africa connection played a key role as the Sharks got their Gallagher Premiership campaign back on track with a 21-…

06 Dec 2020, 13:56

'It was somewhat skill, somewhat fortuitous... Most of the boys were just perplexed with how I managed to make it come off'

Anyone who thinks Exeter are boring better revise that opinion following the worldie of a Premiership try scored by Tom O'Flaherty…

Liam Heagney

06 Dec 2020, 6:23

'Some of my mates were like, 'Chill out, man, what are you doing?' But I didn't care'

Juan de Jongh tells a story about the Olympic village, a smartphone and Serena Williams. There he was, at the heart of the acti…

Jamie Lyall

06 Dec 2020, 4:35

Ruthless Newcastle make it three wins from three with impressive showing at Wasps

Promoted Newcastle were tipped for 2020/21 relegation but their excellent start to the Premiership has continued with a deserved w…

05 Dec 2020, 14:50

Major injury concerns mar Bath win over Worcester

Bath overcame the early loss of two key players to pick up their first win of the Gallagher Premiership season with a 33-17 demoli…

05 Dec 2020, 14:32

Powerful Exeter blow past Leicester Tigers

Champions Exeter continued their unbeaten run in the Gallagher Premiership with a 35-13 bonus-point victory over Leicester.

05 Dec 2020, 14:24

Saracens reveal details of match with a Leicester Tigers XV

Saracens will host a Leicester Tigers XV in a pre-season friendly on Saturday 12th December with the club confirming 1,000 support…

Online Editors

05 Dec 2020, 6:20

Chris Boyd rues missed chances as Saints suffer agonising late loss at Bristol

Northampton director of rugby Chris Boyd admitted his side’s inability to take their chances cost them dear after seeing Bristol…

04 Dec 2020, 23:44

Scotland duo drafted straight back in at Worcester Warriors XV

Scotland internationals Duncan Weir and Cornell du Preez will make their first appearances of the Gallagher Premiership season for…

Online Editors

04 Dec 2020, 8:35

Why teams kick so much, according to the Premiership's most frequent booters of the ball

"Kicking has a massive part to play in the game and gets a bad rap when it is poor without a plan, a clear principle and philosoph…

Chris Jones

04 Dec 2020, 7:32

Chris Ashton returns for Harlequins in his 'Toulon position'

Harlequins Head of Rugby Paul Gustard has named the team to travel to Gloucester this weekend as Chris Ashton returns to fitness t…

Online Editors

04 Dec 2020, 7:15

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

Sale suffer double injury blow with Ben Curry coming off worse

Sale have paid a heavy price for their last-minute Premiership defeat at Newcastle, including the confirmation of serious injury t…

Chris Jones

03 Dec 2020, 6:40

'We don't necessarily go out to bore the pants off people'

Promoted Newcastle have won their opening two Premiership victories with a kicking game and pick-and-go carries by their forwards.

Chris Jones

02 Dec 2020, 7:49

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

Sale Sharks confirm signing of tallest Super Rugby player of all time - JP du Preez

Sale Sharks are adding some serious height to their pack, having confirmed the signing of South African second-row JP du Preez fro…

Online Editors

30 Nov 2020, 7:24

London Irish celebrate return to capital by taming Tigers in Brentford

London Irish centre Curtis Rona scored the only try of a 22-9 Gallagher Premiership victory over Leicester and it proved just enou…

29 Nov 2020, 14:20

Forget other challengers, Curry is the biggest threat to Billy Vunipola as England No 8

England are excelling and their back row unit is a key contributor to that success, but is Billy Vunipola under threat as a starte…

Alex Shaw

29 Nov 2020, 12:39

Matt Banahan announces retirement from rugby

Glocester winger Matt Banahan has announced that he will retire at the end of the current season.

Online Editors

29 Nov 2020, 6:42

How a sliding doors moment at 24 changed the rugby life of Agustin Creevy

Agustin Creevy was set to sign for current club London Irish in 2009 before a phone call ultimatum from Argentina changed his life…

Liam Heagney

29 Nov 2020, 5:53

Exeter brush aside Bath in six try mauling

Reigning champions Exeter moved to the top of the Gallagher Premiership table with a six-try mauling of Bath at Sandy Park.

28 Nov 2020, 15:48

Billy Twelvetrees inspires five-try Gloucester to win over Wasps

Beaten at Leicester last weekend, Gloucester bounce back against Wasps with a power-packed display capped by Billy Twelvetrees.

28 Nov 2020, 12:43

Matt Kvesic stretchered off as Bristol secure hard-fought bonus point victory

Flanker Matt Kvesic was a Worcester casualty as visitors unable to hold off second-half Bristol flourish in the Premiership at Ash…

28 Nov 2020, 12:25

Danny Care masterclass guides Harlequins to win over Northampton

Test rugby may be over for Danny Care at the age of 33 but his display for six-try Harlequins in their win over Northampton was sw…

28 Nov 2020, 11:27

'In the moment, I didn't even know the hit was illegal... the physio and medic said just to stay down'

Twenty-year-old Andre Esterhuizen sat in Jake White’s office as the world champion coach peered over his spectacles and delivere…

Jamie Lyall

28 Nov 2020, 5:36

'Name me another tighthead prop who has played the amount of league games John Afoa has?'

Tighthead John Afoa turned 37 last month but there is no sign at all that the ex-All Black front row is slowing down at Bristol.

Liam Heagney

28 Nov 2020, 4:10

Toby Flood's late score edges Newcastle to victory over Sale

Toby Flood’s last gasp try saw Newcastle Falcons edge to a 15-13 Gallagher Premiership win over Sale Sharks at Kingston Park.

27 Nov 2020, 17:35

Harlequins' turnover for 2020/21 revised downwards from £25million to £8.5/£9m

Just 2 weeks ago, Harlequins CEO Laurie Dalrymple thought next April would be the soonest fans would be allowed return to Premiers…

27 Nov 2020, 10:15

Irish, Tigers name XVs for historic first rugby game at new Brentford stadium

London Irish will open a new chapter in their 122-year history when they host Leicester on Sunday for the first rugby game at Bren…

Online Editors

27 Nov 2020, 7:42

Gustard: Harlequins committed to changing squad's age profile

Paul Gustard admits the Harlequins squad has been “too old for too long” and is committed to changing the age profile in a bid…

Chris Jones

26 Nov 2020, 13:03

7 Premiership clubs can each welcome 2,000 fans next month, RFU donates England tickets to NHS

With England set to revise its current lockdown restrictions, some fans will soon be able to attend Premiership matches and a Test…

Online Editors

26 Nov 2020, 11:50

Gloucester statement: Club placed in Tier 2

Gloucester Rugby have been placed in 'Tier 2' by the UK government, meaning they can start welcoming back fans to Kingsholm in Dec…

Online Editors

26 Nov 2020, 9:24

'He said 20 per cent and I said, Wow' - Lam reacts to Sinckler's Bristol 'struggle' claim

England prop Kyle Sinckler has made some candid admissions following his move to Bristol, prompting a response on Wednesday from P…

Liam Heagney

25 Nov 2020, 9:26

'He's going through a legal process at the minute... I hope he gets everything he is owed'

Last Saturday was the first Leicester game in 23 years without Geordan Murphy and The Rugby Pod have had their say on the situatio…

Liam Heagney

25 Nov 2020, 8:07

'I don't think it's healthy': Warning as 44th South African set to join Premiership

With another South African signing set to join the Premiership, ex-Springboks assistant Alan Solomons is worried about the exodus.…

Chris Jones

25 Nov 2020, 6:47

'A proper matriarch': Steve Diamond's poignant tribute to his late 85-year-old mother who moulded his tough love approach to rugby management

Four family deaths have affected the Sale squad in recent weeks, including the passing of the influential mother of boss Steve Dia…

Liam Heagney

25 Nov 2020, 5:58

Sale's reason for cheer after one weekend statistic improved radically from 30 to 80 percent

Sale scratched a 7-year Premiership opening weekend itch last Friday and one aspect of play particularly pleased boss Steve Diamon…

Liam Heagney

24 Nov 2020, 14:42

Newcastle only needed '60 per cent capacity' to beat Bath at The Rec

Newly promoted Newcastle were given little chance of upsetting Premiership semi-finalists Bath, but they pulled off a major surpri…

Chris Jones

24 Nov 2020, 14:11

Kiwis in Europe: The New Zealand trio suffering a tough start to the new PRO14 season

Glasgow’s Kiwi contingent of TJ Ioane, Aki Seiuli and Fotu Lokotui have endured a tough start to the PRO14 with the Warriors.

Campbell Burnes

23 Nov 2020, 19:14

Kyle Sinckler admission: I'm struggling with off-field issues at Bristol

The 27-year-old Lions prop moved to Bristol from boyhood club Harlequins earlier this year.

23 Nov 2020, 17:30

Slimmed down Burrell happy to be back in rugby union

Luther Burrell marked his return to rugby union with a win on Saturday, as the newly-promoted Newcastle Falcons beat Bath 19-12 at…

Josh Raisey

23 Nov 2020, 10:58

Willis brothers to the fore as Wasps edge out Bristol

Tom Willis’ try two minutes from time proved just enough for Wasps to deprive severely-depleted Bristol of a remarkable victory …

22 Nov 2020, 12:53

'It was one of those situations I didn't want to be involved in... but we weren't willing to just let it slide'

Siale Piutau begins his 15th year as a pro player on Sunday believing Bristol will be transformed as a club after winning a Europe…

Liam Heagney

22 Nov 2020, 3:13

Worcester edge London Irish in low-scoring Premiership opener

Mistakes were plentiful at Sixways as Worcester got the new Gallagher Premiership season off to a narrow home win over London Iris…

21 Nov 2020, 14:51

Wigglesworth among the tries as Leicester enjoy flying start against Gloucester

Steve Borthwick got his first full season as Leicester boss off to a great start with an opening-round Premiership win over Glouce…

21 Nov 2020, 14:29

'Unacceptable... The one thing you can't be, if you're not a team of superstars, is disorganised'

Bath director of rugby Stuart Hooper branded his team’s performance “unacceptable” after they opened their new Gallagher Pre…

21 Nov 2020, 11:37

Newcastle make triumphant Premiership return at Bath's expense

Newcastle made a triumphant return to the Gallagher Premiership with a precious away win over a Bath side who were in the play-off…

21 Nov 2020, 9:51

'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

Sale move on from 2019-20 frustration to make winning start to new season

Sale began putting the frustration of last season’s controversial ending behind them as they held on to beat Northampton 32-23 i…

20 Nov 2020, 17:17

Sam Simmonds hat-trick helps Exeter start title defence with win over Harlequins

Exeter number eight Sam Simmonds scored a hat-trick of tries as the Chiefs got their Premiership title defence off to a winning st…

20 Nov 2020, 17:08

'We went to Harlequins and we thought we were Real Madrid': Sale's disastrous 7-year opening day run:

Opening weekend in the Premiership has long been a horror show for Steve Diamond's Sale, their last win coming in September 2013. …

Liam Heagney

20 Nov 2020, 12:32

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

It took 3 days but the RFU have backed Steve Diamond's Tuesday revelation that Sale were cleared of partying allegations

The conclusion of the 2019/20 Premiership season was thrown into chaos by a major virus outbreak at Sale which prompted an RFU inv…

Online Editors

20 Nov 2020, 6:37

Wasps extend contract for 6'5, 121kg Levi Douglas

Wasps have handed out a new contract to Levi Douglas, with the young second row doing enough to impress despite making just one ap…

Online Editors

20 Nov 2020, 6:09

Chris Boyd extends Northampton contract despite 'unacceptable' 2019/20 season

The return to rugby following lockdown wasn't kind to Northampton, but Chris Boyd has still agreed a Franklin's Gardens contract e…

Online Editors

20 Nov 2020, 4:48

'To use the phrase, I've been head cook and bottle washer' - Steve Diamond's revised Sale job brief

The lockdown in England last March coincided with Steve Diamond taking on extra responsibilities at Sale, but that has now been re…

Liam Heagney

20 Nov 2020, 3:30

Gallagher Premiership brings in new points system for matches cancelled by Covid

After the final round of the 2019/20 Premiership descended into chaos with two cancellations, organisers have made 2020/21 Covid r…

19 Nov 2020, 17:00

Bath sign American football's Alex Gray

Bath have landed an eve-of-new-season signing, Stuart Hooper netting American football's Alex Gray after a "rigorous recruitment p…

Online Editors

19 Nov 2020, 14:54

The Welford Road signing that has reminded Tom Youngs of Leicester in their pomp

Leicester have suffered training ground closure and Geordan Murphy's exit in recent weeks but Tom Youngs insists is not all doom a…

Liam Heagney

19 Nov 2020, 14:28

Saracens' application approved to share in Government's £59million Premiership aid package

Rugby is set to benefit enormously from a UK Government cash injection and Saracens already have their application in with Premier…

19 Nov 2020, 11:12

'Too many people had the wrong perception of him' - the forgotten England forward making his Wasps colleagues look better

Wasps boss Lee Blackett believes England flanker Brad Shields has regained the form that made him a key figure in the Hurricanes S…

Chris Jones

19 Nov 2020, 10:03

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

Rugby union gets biggest slice of £300m bailout pie

Rugby union will receive the biggest single amount – £135m. Of that, £44m will go to the Rugby Football Union, £59m to Premie…

19 Nov 2020, 7:38

Borthwick breaks silence following snap exit of Leicester legend Murphy

Two assistant coaches and director of rugby Geordan Murphy have left Leicester in the 19 weeks since head coach Steve Borthwick st…

Liam Heagney

18 Nov 2020, 14:40

Harlequins bring in English-qualified No9 from North Harbour

Harlequins have bagged themselves Lewis Gjaltema, an English-qualified scrum-half from New Zealand ahead of the new Premiership se…

Online Editors

18 Nov 2020, 8:18

Springboks No9 de Klerk reveals Covid battle: 'I'd very severe pains and fever... the body didn't react well'

Struck down by Covid-19 last month, Springboks No9 Faf de Klerk is ready for the start of the 2020/21 Premiership season with Sale…

Chris Jones

17 Nov 2020, 14:32

Sale on cusp of 2 overseas signings, admit Tuilagi was hit by Covid

Steve Diamond is set to tackle the Sale injury list, with cover for Lood de Jager one of two Premiership signings to be unveiled n…

Liam Heagney

17 Nov 2020, 13:26

'He will have to get some kind of surgery': Gloucester's worst Polledri fears confirmed

Gloucester boss George Skivington has confirmed Jake Polledri for the knee injury he suffered while on Autumn Nations Cup duty wit…

Chris Jones

17 Nov 2020, 11:37

Exeter issue latest update on Nowell and Cowan-Dickie, confirm bad injury outlook for Vermeulen

Exeter are preparing to begin their 2020/21 Premiership title defence and they have provided an update three key injured players. …

17 Nov 2020, 8:53

Steve Diamond breaks silence, criticises Lam, Monye and Solomons as RFU report 'exonerates' Sale

Sale boss Steve Diamond has come out swinging ahead of the RFU report into the Sharks which is said to 'exonerate' them of wrongdo…

Liam Heagney

17 Nov 2020, 8:05

'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

Major blow as Gloucester confirm Polledri has suffered a 'significant' injury

Gloucester have been a dealt a major blow after back-row forward Jake Polledri suffered what they described as “a significant kn…

16 Nov 2020, 12:30

Wasps confirm new deals for Blackett and four senior coaches

Blackett was promoted to Wasps interim head coach in February 2020 and was given the role full-time in April.

Online Editors

16 Nov 2020, 12:28

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

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

'Huge loss' - Rugby mourns passing of Cecil Duckworth

Worcester Warriors president Cecil Duckworth has died at the age of 83 after a long illness, the club have announced.

AAP

15 Nov 2020, 12:55

Every box Ewels is ticking to fill England's Kruis shaped hole

Is Charlie Ewels the man to succeed George Kruis for England? A fine showing against Georgia suggests just that.

Alex Shaw

15 Nov 2020, 6:53

'It's a really bad game of musical chairs: twelve chairs, 13 clubs and somebody misses out - relegation doesn't serve any sort of purpose'

Promoted Newcastle open their Premiership campaign next weekend and Mick Hogan has a stark message about their lost year in the Ch…

Liam Heagney

15 Nov 2020, 6:41

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

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

Premiership Rugby statement: 14 people in 8 clubs test positive

A total of 14 people have tested positive for Covid-19 following the latest round of Premiership Rugby PCR testing.

Online Editors

13 Nov 2020, 12:15

Newcastle suffer catalogue of 'severe' lower limb injuries following 8-month lay-off

Without a league match in eight months, Dean Richards has revealed promoted Newcastle found the lay-off damaging in terms of injur…

Chris Jones

13 Nov 2020, 10:00

South African tighthead in at Scarlets, Harlequins pick up a Championship loosehead prop

International call-ups are taking a toll on prop stocks in the UK, with Scarlets and Harlequins the latest to bring in reinforceme…

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13 Nov 2020, 8:40

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

Leicester Tigers statement: Former England star steps down from board with 'immediate effect'

Former England wing Rory Underwood has stepped down from his role as non-executive director at Leicester Tigers with 'immediate ef…

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12 Nov 2020, 13:04

England back row to share joint captaincy at Saints

Lewis Ludlam has been named Northampton Saints’ co-captain for the 2020/21 season by Director of Rugby Chris Boyd, and will lead…

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12 Nov 2020, 5:35

Leicester sign South African prop de Bruin

Leicester are poised to start the new 2020/21 Gallagher Premiership season and the signings keep on coming, the latest prop Luan d…

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11 Nov 2020, 9:20

Why the Autumn Nations Cup could change perceptions about Worcester

Worcester are regularly viewed as a small-time outfit but the Autumn Nations Cup is poised to reflect well on the club and Alan So…

Chris Jones

10 Nov 2020, 14:58

Irish suffer eve-of-Premiership blow as CEO Facer quits

The 2020/21 Premiership season is about to start and London Irish have been dealt a blow with CEO Brian Facer quitting.

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10 Nov 2020, 10:19

Adeolokun one of three short-term Bristol deals upgraded to one-year contracts

Ex-Ireland winger Niyi Adeolokun was one of a number of players Pat Lam signed on short-term Bristol deals for the 2019/20 season …

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10 Nov 2020, 8:52

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

'I was worried people would tell me to shut up and practise scrums'

Wasps prop Biyo Alo has released five songs that have been streamed on Spotify more than 415,000 times - and there is more to come…

Chris Jones

06 Nov 2020, 13:21

Luther Burrell to make Newcastle Falcons debut this weekend in friendly

Luther Burrell and Mark Fuser make their Newcastle Falcons debuts on Saturday at Ealing Trailfinders, ending both clubs’ eight-m…

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06 Nov 2020, 8:27

RFU statement: 'Urgent decision' needed to save Championship season

The RFU have issued a statement on behalf of Championship clubs saying that an urgent decision is needed to save the season.

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06 Nov 2020, 4:52

Leicester shut Oval Park training ground in bid to contain Covid outbreak

Premiership Rugby are back testing clubs for Covid ahead of the new season and results at Leicester have prompted Tigers to take a…

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05 Nov 2020, 13:30

'Huge honour' - Harlequins confirm who's taking over Chris Robshaw's role as club captain

Harlequins have named second row Stephan Lewies as Club Captain ahead of the 2020/21 Gallagher Premiership and Heineken Champions …

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05 Nov 2020, 6:54

17 positive tests as Gallagher Premiership ramps up new-season Covid testing

With the start of the new Premiership season just 15 days away, officials have recommenced their Covid-19 testing programme.

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05 Nov 2020, 4:59

Exeter bring in well-travelled tighthead Maks van Dyk

With the start of the 2020/21 Premiership fast approaching, Exeter have secured some tighthead cover with the signing of Maks van …

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05 Nov 2020, 4:29

Jamie Gibson signs for Gloucester

George Skivington has been busy this week on the Gloucester recruitment front, Jamie Gibson his latest signing for the 2020/21 sea…

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04 Nov 2020, 13:32

Ex-England skipper Hartley weighs in on whether Saracens should be automatically allowed rejoin the Premiership

Dylan Hartley once played a season in the Championship with Northampton and he has now had his say on the Saracens promotion specu…

Liam Heagney

04 Nov 2020, 8:36

Bristol post £3.1million pre-tax loss to end of May 2020

Rugby has had a terrible year financially, something reflected in the latest set of accounts from Bristol Bears, the Challenge Cup…

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04 Nov 2020, 7:48

Two Cornish Pirates agree to short-term deals at Gloucester, including 124kg prop 'Beefcake' Tyack

The 'Beefcake' Twitter handle of 124kg prop Jay Tyack will pique fans' interest as Gloucester sign two Cornish Pirates on short-te…

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03 Nov 2020, 12:42

Worcester bring in two forwards with Harlequins connections, including George Merrick

With the start of Premiership 2020/21 just over three weeks away, Worcester have recruited George Merrick and another forward.

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03 Nov 2020, 12:11

Leicester assistant Rob Taylor granted early release after just 5 months at Welford Road

It was June when Rob Taylor arrived at Leicester to ignite their attack but the assistant coach is leaving just five months later.…

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03 Nov 2020, 11:31

Long-serving Bath prop Nathan Catt retires with immediate effect

Nathan Catt has been part of the Bath furniture since making a 2008 breakthrough but the prop has now been forced to retire.

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03 Nov 2020, 8:29

Saracens could return to Premiership without playing a single Championship game, and Ealing could join them - reports

With no fixtures yet unveiled the Championship, there are reports that Saracens will be automatically promoted to the 2021/22 Prem…

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03 Nov 2020, 4:55

'At first it was something I thought I could use to gain an opportunity to move home'

Recently retired Exeter Chiefs fly-half Gareth Steenson has said that he “never wanted to play rugby for another club” after m…

Josh Raisey

02 Nov 2020, 12:05

Worcester Warriors part way with prop who didn't make 'mark at the club'

Zimbabwe international prop Farai Mudariki has left Warriors at the end of his contract. The 25-year-old tighthead arrived at Sixw…

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02 Nov 2020, 7:33

Irish confirm Premiership deal for Billy Meakes

Out of contract at Melbourne Rebels, ex-Gloucester back Billy Meakes has agreed to give London Irish a go back in the Premiership.…

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28 Oct 2020, 14:41

Rowe's 'massively selfish' comments do not sit well with fans

Exeter Chiefs chairman Tony Rowe’s recent comments labelling England as “greedy” have not gone down well at all.

Josh Raisey

26 Oct 2020, 13:01

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

'Anyone know which team just won the double?' - Fans react to Exeter Chiefs England snubbing

Exeter Chiefs may have secured a historic European and domestic double over the past two weeks, but that has not been enough for s…

Josh Raisey

26 Oct 2020, 10:00

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

Exeter boss Tony Rowe takes aim at 'greedy' England in comments over Chiefs players

Exeter chairman Tony Rowe has signed off a historic season by targeting global domination, while also taking aim at “greedy” E…

25 Oct 2020, 17:58

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

Rob Baxter targeting dynasty of success for Exeter

Exeter boss Rob Baxter plans to use the Chiefs’ first double as the launchpad for a dynasty of success having acquired a taste f…

25 Oct 2020, 10:34

'Getting out of the hotel is pretty much a no-go' - inside the Barbarians camp prior to the 'Hungry 12' fiasco

Barbarians selection for the now-cancelled England game was a reward for the form Tim Swinson had enjoyed after recently joining S…

Liam Heagney

25 Oct 2020, 6:38

Rob Baxter gives green light to Exeter celebrations after completing the double

The Champions Cup winners beat Wasps at Twickenham to become the fourth English club to triumph at home and abroad.

24 Oct 2020, 16:55

Exeter are double winners after edging out battling Wasps at Twickenham

The Chiefs emerged 19-13 winners from the Gallagher Premiership final.

24 Oct 2020, 15:37

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

'I can't see the logic behind not supporting the Championship as much as you possibly could'

Rob Baxter isn't alone in criticising the RFU's poor attitude towards the Championship as Wasps feel exactly the same way.

Liam Heagney

24 Oct 2020, 6:20

Legendary Dallaglio's pre-final message to Wasps: 'Continue to be bold and brave'

Lawrence Dallaglio knows what it takes to win Premiership titles and he has issued a pre-final message to his beloved Wasps.

Chris Jones

24 Oct 2020, 5:44

'I could actually write a book about all these characters in the Exeter changing room - it would be a best-seller'

Thomas Waldrom is 12,000 miles from Exeter but that doesn't stop him cheering... and cracking open breakfast time beers when they …

Liam Heagney

24 Oct 2020, 4:18

Wasps fans aren't short on optimism despite close contact protocols robbing them of two props and Brad Shields

Wasps have finally revealed the identity of the players missing from the Premiership final and their fans are still hopeful of a t…

Josh Raisey

23 Oct 2020, 15:24

Double-chasing Exeter make four changes for Premiership final

Rob Baxter has a habit of tinkering with a winning Exeter side and he has done it again for Saturday's Premiership final.

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23 Oct 2020, 7:51

Wasps name Premiership final XV showing four changes from semi-final win over Bristol

After huge speculation as to what the make-up of the Wasps XV would be, Lee Blackett has now announced his team for the Premiershi…

Liam Heagney

23 Oct 2020, 7:25

Referee Wayne Barnes tests positive for coronavirus and will miss Premiership final

There has been a further virus twist in the lead-up to the Premiership final, referee Wayne Barnes getting ruled out after a faile…

Liam Heagney

23 Oct 2020, 5:04

Nathan Hughes shares hospital picture after undergoing surgery

Nathan Hughes missed last Friday's Challenge Cup final with a rib injury but the Bristol forward entered hospital with a different…

Josh Raisey

22 Oct 2020, 15:37

Blackett breaks silence, admits Wasps are 4 main men down for Saturday's final

Wasps have been given the go-ahead to play in Saturday's Premiership final but Lee Blackett says they will do so minus some famili…

Liam Heagney

22 Oct 2020, 9:20

After signing All Blacks, Wallabies and other headline acts, Irish have now snapped up Moldovan lock from Russia

Declan Kidney has assembled a who's who of world rugby at London Irish but his latest signing hails from a very different backgrou…

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22 Oct 2020, 7:51

'We haven't got the Championship going, which is criminal really'

Winning Premiership and European titles is now the focus at Exeter, but Rob Baxter hasn't forgotten the Championship where they em…

22 Oct 2020, 4:32

'It was a pretty long walk of shame': Dylan Hartley revisits his infamous 2013 Premiership final red card

Ahead of Saturday's latest Premiership final, Dylan Hartley has candidly reflected on his infamous 2013 red card with Northampton.…

Liam Heagney

21 Oct 2020, 12:48

'I've every confidence everyone on the pitch in the final will be Covid-free and there won't be any danger to anybody'

It took until Wednesday before Wasps were cleared to play in the Premiership final and Exeter boss Rob Baxter welcomes their prese…

Liam Heagney

21 Oct 2020, 10:01

Wasps WILL play in Saturday's Premiership final against Exeter

After a week of anxiety about whether they might have to forfeit, Wasps will face Exeter in Saturday's Premiership final.

21 Oct 2020, 4:15

European Super Cup idea is gaining traction

With many fans believing Bristol should not play for the Premiership title, momentum is growing to tag Exeter game as Super Cup fi…

Josh Raisey

20 Oct 2020, 13:11

'Ridiculous or a suitably bizarre ending to the most bizarre season': The reaction to Bristol potentially winning the Premiership

Twitter went into overdrive when further positive Covid cases at Wasps on Monday moved Bristol closer to a Premiership final appea…

Josh Raisey

20 Oct 2020, 4:55

Wasps to learn Premiership final fate on Wednesday after four more Covid cases

The club’s involvement in the season climax is in doubt after seven players and four backroom staff tested positive for coronavi…

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19 Oct 2020, 19:40

'We absolutely believe Wasps and Exeter should be contesting this final' - Bristol boss Lam braced for Twickenham call

A decision on whether Wasps can participate in the Premiership final will be made following a further set of Covid testing tomorro…

19 Oct 2020, 11:30

Wasps confirm four more cases of Covid-19 with Premiership final decision to be made on Wednesday

A decision on whether the club will play in Saturday’s Premiership Final will be made following the results of a further set of …

Ciarán Kennedy

19 Oct 2020, 9:20

Leicester Tigers to rebrand Welford Road as part of new sponsorship deal

The decision to rename the stadium marks a first for the club, who have played at Welford Road since 1892.

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19 Oct 2020, 7:28

Henry Slade believes Exeter's success has been spurred on by their previous disappointments

.England star Henry Slade believes the pain of previous disappointments helped elevate Exeter to the summit of European rugby.

18 Oct 2020, 21:26

'It would be just reward for this group of players' - Baxter backs his Exeter team to complete trophy double

The Exeter boss is braced for a major challenge from in-form Wasps when the clubs clash in next Saturday’s Gallagher Premiership…

18 Oct 2020, 7:16

'It's crazy that it happens now after us being squeaky clean for so long'

A virus outbreak has hit Wasps but defence coach Ian Costello is optimistic the spread will be contained and shutting down Exeter …

Liam Heagney

18 Oct 2020, 4:45

'We obviously want Wasps and Exeter to meet in the final... but we'll be ready'

Bristol lost by 23 points last weekend to Wasps but they will play in next weekend's Premiership final if the Coventry-based club …

17 Oct 2020, 5:33

Stankovich joins the Leicester exodus

Boris Stankovich has been part of the furniture at Leicester, first as a prop and more recently as scrum coach, but he won't retur…

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16 Oct 2020, 13:28

Bristol will play in Premiership final if Wasps - who beat them by 23 points - are forced to pull out

Bristol were a clear second-best in last Saturday's Premiership semi-final but they will play in the final if Wasps fail to shake …

16 Oct 2020, 11:05

Ex-England skipper hails 'phenomenal' Willis turnover numbers

Jack Willis has been the talk of the Premiership in recent months, with ex-England skipper Chris Robshaw describing his turnover w…

Chris Jones

15 Oct 2020, 14:32

Wasps prepared for worst-case scenario, but this outbreak is different from Sale - Andy Goode

7 positive Covid-19 tests at Wasps is a major blow that could see their Premiership final dreams taken away but this situation is …

Andy Goode

15 Oct 2020, 12:35

Jack Willis crowned RPA players' player of the year

Wasps back row Jack Willis is in the form of his life since the Premiership restart and now succeeds Danny Cipriani as RPA players…

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14 Oct 2020, 15:06

Wasps cancel training as Covid-19 outbreak leaves Premiership final in doubt

Four players and three members of the Wasps backroom staff have produced positive Covid tests ahead of the October 24 Premiership …

14 Oct 2020, 14:51

4 Wasps players test positive for Covid along with 3 staff

An anxious time awaits Gallagher Premiership finalists Wasps after 7 at the club - 4 players and 3 staff - test positive for Covid…

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14 Oct 2020, 12:10

Jonny Hill's tackle has had a trial by social media, just like last week's Peter O'Mahony incident

Foul play has been a hot topic in recent weeks with Jonny Hill of Exeter the latest under the microscope following Munster's Peter…

Josh Raisey

13 Oct 2020, 14:18

'We're a club that focuses on results, not excuses': Irish on brutal restart run of 8 losses in 9 games

The 2019/20 Gallagher Premiership restart was a losing streak ordeal for London Irish, but Declan Kidney claims there are still re…

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13 Oct 2020, 6:06

Authorities give green light for limited number of fans to attend Friday's Challenge Cup final

The EPCR have confirmed that Friday evening’s final between Bristol Bears and RC Toulon at the Stade Maurice-David will have sup…

Online Editors

12 Oct 2020, 12:44

Date set for new-look pool stage draw for 2020/21 Champions Cup season

The draw will be staged in Lausanne for the third successive year, taking place on Wednesday October 28.

Online Editors

12 Oct 2020, 5:26

'Nadolo motivated is a monster' - Fiji powerhouse set for Test return

Nadolo, who quit test rugby last year, is back in the squad after a successful switch to Leicester proved he was still a defence b…

Chris Jones

12 Oct 2020, 3:53

'We could be the most disappointed team in England': Steenson's warning for Exeter

.Gareth Steenson insists Exeter’s euphoria will turn to despair if they fail to seize the opportunity presented by the biggest f…

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12 Oct 2020, 1:50

'It's scary to see how far he is going to go' - Jimmy Gopperth predicts high ceiling for Wasps teammate Jack Willis

Uncapped flanker Willis produced a command performance in front of England head coach Eddie Jones as Wasps reached their first Pre…

11 Oct 2020, 18:00

'You go from being furloughed, questioning what you're doing with your life, to training against those boys - it was awesome'

Robin Hislop was at a loose end when Saracens came calling, offering the Doncaster prop six weeks he will remember fondly for the …

Jamie Lyall

11 Oct 2020, 5:01

Bristol fans are livid after 'shocking' refereeing performance in Premiership semi-final

Bristol's first finals appearance in the Premiership since 2007 has come to a somewhat disappointing end, with Wasps running out…

Online Editors

10 Oct 2020, 17:50

Ruthless Exeter efficiency crushes Bath to edge them closer to Premiership/European double

A try count of 5-0 saw Exeter sweep aside Bath and qualify them for an October 24 Premiership final a week after the European deci…

10 Oct 2020, 13:58

The back garden rivalry that has Wasps' Jack Willis on cusp of England call-up after semi-final heroics

Jack Willis was exceptional for Wasps in their Premiership semi-final win and coach Lee Blackett has revealed some of the secrets …

Online Editors

10 Oct 2020, 11:36

Brilliant Wasps blitz Bristol to reach first Premiership final since 2017

Wasps were in scintillating form in their Premiership semi-final in Coventry, blasting Bristol aside to reach the October 24 decid…

10 Oct 2020, 10:52

Video: Malakai Fekitoa's cracking early try was his painful last act in Premiership semi-final win

There was huge interest in now Malakai Fekitoa would fare for Wasps in their Premiership semi-final but he lasted just nine minute…

Liam Heagney

10 Oct 2020, 9:15

'Just because Saracens aren't in it, no one is going to give it to us'

Exeter are chasing progress to a fifth successive Premiership final and defeats in three deciders against Saracens have Henry Slad…

10 Oct 2020, 8:14

'If Eddie Jones doesn't select him then he has some serious problems because Jack could make the Lions'

Wasps back row Jack Willis is bang in form after a long time out through injury and Nizaam Carr expects his old clubmate to get En…

Chris Jones

10 Oct 2020, 4:10

'I've made no secret of how desperate I am to win something here'

Anthony Watson naively thought at the age of 21 in 2015 that Bath reaching Premiership semi-final would be a regular occurrence...…

10 Oct 2020, 3:46

Launchbury returns as Wasps, Bristol name Ricoh Arena semi-final teams

Saturday heralds a first Premiership semi-final for Bristol in 13 years but they will face a Wasps team containing the recalled Jo…

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09 Oct 2020, 8:04

Jack Nowell missing as Exeter, Bath name Sandy Park semi-final teams

Favourites Exeter claim they need to produce a season's best performance to ensure they defeat Bath and qualify for yet another Pr…

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09 Oct 2020, 7:15

31 positive tests in latest round of Premiership testing

The results of the latest round of testing for Covid-19 in the Premiership are in, with 31 people across three clubs testing posit…

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08 Oct 2020, 15:13

CEO Childs' first interview since Sale's Covid outbreak plunged the Premiership into chaos

Premiership Rugby have been in the line of fire since the Sale Covid-19 outbreak and CEO Darren Childs has now defended his organi…

08 Oct 2020, 13:01

Sean Long has left Harlequins with immediate effect

Ex-league great Sean Long was recruited by Harlequins in summer 2019 to finesse their attack but he has now left the Paul Gustard …

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08 Oct 2020, 11:10

'The waiting around on Monday and Tuesday was unique and challenging'

Bath endured a difficult few days after their draw at Saracens, but Stuart Hopper now believes they can go and win at Exeter.

Liam Heagney

08 Oct 2020, 8:56

'Everyone knows that common sense prevailed'

Next Saturday's Premiership line-up was confirmed by Wednesday's decision to cancel Sale's match, an outcome hailed by Bristol bos…

08 Oct 2020, 7:23

'Everyone assumes the challenge is not to go out for a beer - that isn't the challenge'

With instances of Covid-19 on the rise in England, Rob Baxter believes rugby clubs like Exeter have never been as vulnerable to th…

Liam Heagney

08 Oct 2020, 4:02

Baxter revisits his pre-Sale outbreak claim that the Premiership should stop Covid testing

A claim early last week by Exeter boss Rob Baxter that Coid testing in the Premiership should stop hasn't aged well in light of th…

Liam Heagney

07 Oct 2020, 14:15

Saracens post poignant final farewell to Brad Barritt

The show is all over for Brad Barritt at Saracens after a dozen stellar years and the London club have paid him a fond farewell. …

Josh Raisey

07 Oct 2020, 14:09

'You can't blame Sale for saying we can fulfil a fixture'

Rob Baxter feels it's ridiculous Exeter only found out their Premiership semi-final opponents on Wednesday, but he isn't blaming S…

Liam Heagney

07 Oct 2020, 11:28

Worcester respond to Sale cancellation

Confirmation of further positive tests for Covid at Sale has saved Worcester from travelling to Manchester for Wednesday night's P…

Online Editors

07 Oct 2020, 6:51

Sale issue statement after title challenge ends with Worcester match forfeit

Further testing for Covid on Tuesday has proven to be the end of the Sale Premiership title challenge as they have now forfeited t…

Online Editors

07 Oct 2020, 6:14

Sale now have 27 positive tests, match versus Worcester forfeited

The rearranged Sale versus Worcester Gallagher Premiership has been cancelled, clearing the way for Bath to take their place in th…

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07 Oct 2020, 5:34

'He doesn't have an ounce of fat and is pure muscle'

Wasps are on an incredible run of form, winning eight from nine since lockdown, and boss Lee Blackett is chuffed with the Malakai …

Chris Jones

06 Oct 2020, 14:38

Northampton CEO's letter criticises Sale for breaking Saints' bubble

The major virus outbreak at Sale forced Northampton to concede a walkover to Gloucester on Sunday, a situation that infuriated Sai…

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06 Oct 2020, 10:15

Virus-hit Sale finally name their XV to face Worcester

There has been huge interest in the goings-on at Sale and the Steve Diamond has now announced the Premiership XV that will face Wo…

Liam Heagney

06 Oct 2020, 7:13

Premiership confirms times and date for its semi-final fixtures

Premiership officials have set the times for this weekend's league semi-finals in England even though the exact line-up isn't yet …

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06 Oct 2020, 6:08

Kiwis in Europe: Why New Zealand Rugby and the Chiefs still miss Charlie Ngatai

New Zealand rugby, and the Chiefs in particular, still miss Charlie Ngatai, who continued to show his class for Lyon in the French…

Campbell Burnes

05 Oct 2020, 18:10

Sale statement: Club could forfeit Worcester game, hit out at 'allegations' in the media

There had been suggestions that Sale's squad had been out in central Manchester celebrating their recent Premiership Cup win, but …

Online Editors

05 Oct 2020, 14:28

'We have had some incredible moments' - Chris Robshaw pens emotional open letter to fans

The 34-year-old shared a message addressed to everyone involved with the club after what he described as the “hardest day of [hi…

Josh Raisey

05 Oct 2020, 12:38

Sale Sharks' giant Bok Lood de Jager issues post surgery update

Sale Sharks and South Africa lock Lood de Jager has said that this third shoulder operation in under two years “went well”.

Josh Raisey

05 Oct 2020, 9:18

Worcester boss Alan Solomons: 'This is a major decision. It is certainly a red flag to have 19 people test positive'

Worcester’s trip to Sale should have taken place on Sunday but 16 Sharks players and three staff members tested positive for cor…

05 Oct 2020, 7:17

RFU to launch probe into Sale Sharks

The Rugby Football Union (RFU) will launch a probe into how Premiership club Sale Sharks returned 16 positive COVID-19 tests among…

AAP

05 Oct 2020, 3:55

Harlequins boss lauds 'unbelievable professional' Chris Robshaw after final game

The 34-year-old former England captain played his 300th and final game for Quins before joining USA Major League outfit San Diego …

04 Oct 2020, 21:26

'A very strange situation': Bath set to prepare for semi-final they may not play

Bath boss Stuart Hooper will prepare his team to face Exeter next weekend, despite not knowing until Wednesday whether they have q…

04 Oct 2020, 21:18

Exeter boss Rob Baxter preparing for play-offs as if Sale-Worcester won't happen

Rob Baxter says that Exeter will prepare for the Gallagher Premiership play-offs as if Wednesday’s rescheduled game between Sale…

04 Oct 2020, 14:29

Steve Diamond responds to claims Sale Sharks partied in Manchester after Prem Cup win

Sale Shark Director of Rugby Steve Diamond has dismissed claims that players at the Covid hit club partied following their Premier…

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04 Oct 2020, 13:29

Saracens stage late fightback as Bath fluff their lines

Saracens departed the Gallagher Premiership by firing a parting shot in the title race as Bath were held 17-17 at Allianz Park to …

04 Oct 2020, 12:40

Bristol claim semi-final spot with bonus-point win over London Irish

The Bears were 36-7 victors as they climbed above neighbours Bath in the standings.

04 Oct 2020, 12:35

'On a one-to-one basis he has warned me to up my physicality to make me be the best Premiership player I can be'

Steve Borthwick has a no-nonsense reputation but his abrasive style is inspiring Tommy Reffell, the Leicester Welshman getting env…

Liam Heagney

04 Oct 2020, 4:52

Andy Goode: The Sale PR machine needs to have a long hard look at itself

It’s the right thing for the league's integrity to get Sale vs Worcester played but the Sharks’ statements may have forced Pre…

Andy Goode

04 Oct 2020, 3:19

Premiership Rugby confirms 21 positive tests for Covid-19 across three clubs

It's been quite an unsettling week for Premiership Rugby with the Sale versus Worcester game rescheduled and Northampton's match a…

Liam Heagney

03 Oct 2020, 13:15

'It will be one of those years where for the next 20, 30 years we will be talking about - do you remember the Covid? - for all the wrong reasons'

Steve Diamond was in his element on a media Zoom call Thursday... then Covid struck, resulting in a crazy 48 hours for Sale, his P…

Liam Heagney

03 Oct 2020, 12:14

Premiership Rugby statement: Gloucester get 5 points as Saints game cancelled

Gloucester and Northampton's scheduled Gallagher Premiership match has been cancelled after an outbreak of COVID-19 in Sale Sharks…

Online Editors

03 Oct 2020, 11:33

Sale Sharks statement: COVID-19 outbreak

Sale Sharks say they were ready to fulfil their Gallagher Premiership match commitment with Worcester Warriors,

Online Editors

03 Oct 2020, 10:09

Premiership statement: Sale Sharks vs Worcester Warriors

The Sale Sharks versus Worcester Warriors game scheduled for Sunday has been postponed following the outbreak of COVID-19 at the c…

Online Editors

03 Oct 2020, 10:00

Bristol Bears name team to go hunting place in top four

Bristol Bears travel to the Twickenham Stoop on Sunday knowing victory over London Irish could secure a place in the Premiership s…

Online Editors

03 Oct 2020, 9:39

Gloucester name team for Saints despite rumours match about to be cancelled

Lewis Ludlow continues to skipper Gloucester as George Skivington makes five changes to the Cherry and Whites side that took on Ba…

Online Editors

03 Oct 2020, 9:11

Saracens name last Premiership team until 2021 at the earliest

Richard Wigglesworth is set to win his 250th cap as Saracens name their last Premiership team until 2021 at the earliest.

Online Editors

03 Oct 2020, 7:48

Harlequins team named: Robshaw to play 300th and final game club

Club captain Chris Robshaw will play his 300th and final game for the Harlequins as Paul Gustard names the side to travel to Leice…

Online Editors

03 Oct 2020, 7:28

Worcester name team despite not knowing yet if Premiership fixture at Sale will go ahead

Sunday's match at AJ Bell is still in jeopardy but Worcester have named their team just in any case they do get to play Sale in th…

Online Editors

03 Oct 2020, 7:23

Leicester Tigers make 15 changes for Harlequins

Leicester Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick has named the matchday squad for the final fixture of the 2019/20 season against Harle…

Online Editors

03 Oct 2020, 7:08

Wasps name team for final regular-season match versus Exeter

Lee Blackett has named his side for Wasps’ final regular-season Gallagher Premiership match with Exeter Chiefs at Ricoh Arena on…

Online Editors

03 Oct 2020, 7:00

Premiership Rugby statement: Sale Sharks Covid outbreak

Premiership Rugby have confirmed that it is carrying out an urgent review ahead of Sunday's final round of Gallagher Premiership R…

Online Editors

03 Oct 2020, 6:02

Uncertainty surrounds Sale v Worcester game after 16 positive Covid-19 tests after both clubs speak out

Any club is unable to field a competitive team because of coronavirus automatically forfeits the game 20-0.

03 Oct 2020, 1:17

Worcester issue response questioning Sale's claim that Sunday's match is definitely going ahead

Covid-19 affected Sale claimed on Friday night their Premiership game was still going ahead this Sunday but Worcester have now que…

Liam Heagney

02 Oct 2020, 19:01

Sale issue statement confirming Covid-19 outbreak but insist it's business as usual this Sunday

Rumours were swirling around Sale regarding the health of their Premiership squad and they have now issued a statement confirming …

Liam Heagney

02 Oct 2020, 15:45

Critical Sale match faces cancellation as 16 players reportedly test positive for Covid-19

Steve Diamond told RugbyPass on Thursday how fortunate he was no-one close was poorly with Covid-19, but there is now reportedly a…

Liam Heagney

02 Oct 2020, 12:22

RugbyPass Offload - Introducing our new weekly podcast and show

RugbyPass is launching a new weekly podcast and show featuring a stellar cast of current and former stars.

RugbyPass

02 Oct 2020, 8:46

Covid outbreak at top-four club to impact on Premiership's Super Sunday finale

The Premiership is hyping a Super Sunday finale but it has emerged the final round of fixtures will be impacted by a Covid-19 outb…

Liam Heagney

02 Oct 2020, 8:38

New season kit launch reignites row over Exeter's Chiefs branding

It was late July when Exeter Chiefs decided to continue with their use of Native American imagery but their new kit has reignited …

Josh Raisey

02 Oct 2020, 7:02

Recent Owen Farrell ban taken into account in three-game sanction for Harlequins' Elia Elia

The decision-making process for last month's Owen Farrell case was highlighted in the outcome of the disciplinary hearing for Elia…

Online Editors

02 Oct 2020, 6:26

How the Premiership play-off race is looking heading into Super Sunday

With four clubs chasing the three remaining Premiership play-off spots, we are set for a thrilling Super Sunday finale to the regu…

02 Oct 2020, 5:50

'It's a whirlwind romance at the minute': Steve Diamond on whether Manu Tuilagi will extend his one-year Sale deal

Injury has sidelined Sale signing Manu Tuilagi for six months and he will be near the end of his one-year deal when he returns to …

Liam Heagney

02 Oct 2020, 5:11

Matt Stevens on the incredible moment he saved teenage Brad Barritt from drowning

Long before they were Saracens, England and Lions teammates, Matt Stevens and Brad Barritt attended the same school in South Afric…

Chris Jones

01 Oct 2020, 13:58

Saracens issue ominous warning: 'We would like to go out with a bang on Sunday'

Saracens will play their last Premiership game before relegation this Sunday and they intend to make life very difficult for play-…

Online Editors

01 Oct 2020, 5:25

European hangover continues for Saracens as Worcester win comfortably

Saracens brought in numerous Premiership rookies to try and lift the European gloom but Worcester had too much for them at Sixways…

30 Sep 2020, 15:58

London Irish take advantage of weakened Exeter side

In a match where the lead changed hands seven times, three-try Irish did just about enough to hand Exeter a rare Premiership defea…

30 Sep 2020, 15:48

Bristol hammer Leicester to remain in Premiership play-off picture

The Gallagher Premiership play-off fight will go to the final round of fixtures after Bristol recorded a record win over hapless L…

30 Sep 2020, 15:00

Danny Care slams 'joker' who compiled fixtures for new Premiership season

The fixtures are out for the new Premiership season that will start in November and Danny Care isn't happy with the hand Harlequin…

Josh Raisey

30 Sep 2020, 8:10

19 of the best tributes to Chris Robshaw, featuring Owens, Carling, Leonard and many more

Ex-England skipper Chris Robshaw played his final home match for Harlequins on Monday and the outpouring of warmth from the rugby …

Josh Raisey

29 Sep 2020, 13:18

New era begins at Saracens with 3 academy players set for first Premiership starts

Euro loss at Racing was the end of the line for the old guard at Saracens and they have included multiple academy players for Worc…

Online Editors

29 Sep 2020, 10:00

'Pressure is a privilege, a great thing to have'

Fifth with two matches remaining, Bristol have no margin for error if they are to make the Premiership play-offs and Pat Lam is re…

29 Sep 2020, 9:04

Georgian hooker Mamukashvili poised for Leicester debut against Bristol XV showing 10 changes

Shalva Mamukashvili is ready to become the first player from Georgia to play for Leicester, who take on a much-changed Bristol on …

Online Editors

29 Sep 2020, 7:19

2020/21 Premiership fixtures released, season starts with Chiefs visiting Harlequins

The delayed 2019/20 Premiership season still has to be completed but the fixtures are now out for the new season that starts at Ha…

Online Editors

29 Sep 2020, 6:12

Chris Robshaw's emotional goodbye after final home match at The Stoop

Chris Robshaw played his final home match for Harlequins on Monday night and the former England skipper got emotional on TV in the…

Online Editors

29 Sep 2020, 4:53

'They've got plenty of dough': New Zealand Rugby stars name the European clubs they would 'love' to join

When it comes to choosing an overseas club to play for, there are a few teams that stand out more than others.

Alex McLeod

28 Sep 2020, 20:27

Elia Elia's dismissal costs Harlequins as Chris Robshaw bows out in defeat

Chris Robshaw’s final match at Twickenham Stoop ended in frustration as Harlequins fell to a 32-23 Gallagher Premiership defeat …

28 Sep 2020, 18:14

Wallabies secondrow crisis deepens as Rennie can't count on Adam Coleman

London Irish lock Adam Coleman will not be recovered in time to offer new Wallaby head coach Dave Rennie another second-row option…

Chris Jones

28 Sep 2020, 13:09

'If we're being honest and totally transparent, we haven't had the squad or the quality to compete for silverware'

The start of a brave new era in Manchester? Former Sale winger Mark Cueto certainly hopes so.

Ciarán Kennedy

28 Sep 2020, 12:38

Robshaw is not getting the send-off he deserves

Former England captain Chris Robshaw is set to play his final game for Harlequins at the Stoop this evening, in what is also his 2…

Josh Raisey

28 Sep 2020, 11:19

Mitchell returns at scrum-half as Chris Boyd makes three changes to Saints team to face Sale

Saints will be hoping to end a frustrating run of home form in their final fixture of the 2019/20 campaign at Franklin’s Gardens…

Online Editors

28 Sep 2020, 7:16

Rohan Janse van Rensburg switches position as Sharks name team for Saints

Rohan Janse van Rensburg switches positions in a changed-up Sale Sharks backline as Steve Diamond’s side prepare to face Northam…

Online Editors

28 Sep 2020, 7:12

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

'We can't always go out and buy 8 or 9 South Africans, like we have done'

The Sale Sharks director of rugby wants to increase the amount of first team players coming through the club's academy system.

Online Editors

28 Sep 2020, 6:08

'If you want to be a Saracens player and you p*** about in the Championship you will not be a Saracens player for the next 10 years'

Richard Wigglesworth has urged his Saracens team-mates not to treat life in the Championship next season with contempt following t…

27 Sep 2020, 17:09

Curry worry for Sale Sharks as backrow out for up to six weeks

Sale have suffered another serious injury blow as they bid to reach the Gallaher Premiership play-offs with flanker Ben Curry rule…

Chris Jones

27 Sep 2020, 14:25

Two Boks get first starts as Quins aim to give Chris Robshaw win in final game at The Stoop

Chris Robshaw is ending his 16-year spell with Harlequins at the end of the Gallagher Premiership season.

27 Sep 2020, 7:31

England lock Launchbury ruled out as Wasps name team for Stoop

Lee Blackett has named his side for Wasps’ Gallagher Premiership Round 21 match with Harlequins at Twickenham Stoop on Monday. …

Online Editors

27 Sep 2020, 7:14

Boris and his Government must save English rugby - Andy Goode

Boris Johnson must take action as English rugby won't survive another six months with no fans and no games for clubs lower down th…

Andy Goode

25 Sep 2020, 13:45

Premiership final confirmed for Twickenham

There was speculation that the Gallagher Premiership final would not be held at Twickenham next month as it has to be played behin…

Online Editors

25 Sep 2020, 12:56

Club-by-club look at what effect no fans will have on the Premiership's 13 stakeholders

It has been a dire week for the business of rugby in England with fears growing about the viability of a number of Premiership clu…

25 Sep 2020, 9:56

'Unprofessional' Sale Sharks tweet goes viral for all the wrong reasons

It's fair to say Sale didn't quite get their social media game right, with one tweet about Harlequins full-back Mike Brown drawing…

Online Editors

25 Sep 2020, 1:32

Racing owner Lorenzetti lets slip the astronomical salary Maro Itoje wanted

Racing 92 had negotiations earlier this year with Maro Itoje and Parisian club president Jacky Lorenzetti has now revealed why tal…

Liam Heagney

24 Sep 2020, 13:18

Grim prediction following crisis meeting: 'I believe Premiership clubs will go out of business'

Tuesday's UK Government decision not to allow fans return to stadiums has left Premiership club bosses up in arms, including Peter…

24 Sep 2020, 10:48

Nowell and Waller lead player response to UK Government decision on no fans at matches

The UK Government decision to delay the return of fans to matches in England has exercised the likes of Jack Nowell ar Exeter and …

Josh Raisey

23 Sep 2020, 14:02

Cokanasiga stars in first game since England beat USA 12 months ago

Until Bath beat Gloucester on Tuesday night, Joe Cokanasiga had not been seen on a rugby pitch since England defeated USA in Kobe …

22 Sep 2020, 16:19

Bath score 28 points in last 19 minutes to stay in play-off hunt

Bath were on course to suffer a huge Premiership setback before launching a spectacular late comeback that overwhelmed Gloucester.…

22 Sep 2020, 15:06

Kini Murimurivalu's secret to success

Culture shock and lengthy injury nearly derailed Kini Murimurivalu in France but his faith helped him thrive and he now has big ho…

Liam Heagney

22 Sep 2020, 12:44

England back row Wilson becomes Newcastle captain

A loan spell at Sale after the 2019 World Cup didn't work out as well as Mark Wilson hoped but he is now back at Newcastle with ev…

Online Editors

22 Sep 2020, 9:01

Bath and Bristol fans have had their hearts broken

Premiership fans had been part of a UK Government series of pilot events but the plug has been pulled on home Bath and Bristol gam…

Online Editors

22 Sep 2020, 8:42

'From what I hear Neal Hatley now has full control of the coaching and the players are really buying into him'

Tuesday sees Bath host eighth-placed Gloucester in a West Country derby at the Rec, where a win would see them jump to second in t…

Ciarán Kennedy

21 Sep 2020, 15:13

Leicester Tigers signs Pumas flyhalf Bonilla

Leicester Tigers have signed fly-half Joaquín Díaz Bonilla. The Argentina international will join Tigers ahead of the 2020/21 Ga…

Online Editors

21 Sep 2020, 12:25

'You probably need the ball passed to you to score a try, or you need a coach to like you to be picked'

Gloucester and England wing May had what he terms “a positive lockdown” as rugby union was put on hold from March until August…

21 Sep 2020, 8:48

Two England flyers return as Bath reveal full strength side for derby

Anthony Watson is one of four changes to the side as Bath Rugby face off against West Country rivals Gloucester Rugby.

Online Editors

21 Sep 2020, 7:23

Hulking Puma gets first start as Gloucester name powerful side for West Country derby

Gloucester Rugby have named the side that will make the short trip to Bath tomorrow to take on their West-Country rivals at the Re…

Online Editors

21 Sep 2020, 7:13

Saints scrum coach explains why they decided to convert No.8 Manny Iyogun into a loosehead

Northampton Saints' scrum coach has given a brilliant explanation as to why they decided to convert No.8 Manny Iyogun into a loose…

Online Editors

20 Sep 2020, 14:40

30 player contracts expiring in 2021

The financial hit that many clubs have faced as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic has meant there have been widespread salary cuts…

Josh Raisey

20 Sep 2020, 13:52

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

'A lot of people have been scared to say what Dylan said in his book - people needed to hear that'

The crippling toll rugby took on Dylan Hartley has left its mark on Teimana Harrison, the Northampton skipper plucked from Rotorua…

Liam Heagney

20 Sep 2020, 5:19

Luther Burrell joins Newcastle Falcons

Newcastle Falcons have lured Luther Burrell back to rugby union – the former England centre signing a two-year deal with the Gal…

Online Editors

20 Sep 2020, 5:04

The real legacy of Saracens lies in Europe, not the Premiership

The legacy of Saracens may have been spoiled domestically due to their salary cap infractions, but does it diminish their sustaine…

Alex Shaw

20 Sep 2020, 4:21

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

'Test rugby is a big commitment and I have done it for 10 years but if they asked I would love to'

Josh Matavesi is backing Fiji to make a major impact in the new Eight Nations tournament despite the squad never having trained un…

Chris Jones

19 Sep 2020, 6:36

Rob Baxter's comments haven't covered him in glory - Andy Goode

Much of the talk ahead of the European quarter-finals has been about front row red tape, which isn’t a good look for the game, a…

Andy Goode

19 Sep 2020, 4:28

Wayne Barnes has launched a new video series, using his kids' superhero figures to explain uncontested scrums

With three recent Premiership games having gone to uncontested scrums, referee Wayne Barnes has launched a video series to explain…

Liam Heagney

18 Sep 2020, 15:04

Two more September Premiership fixtures chosen to allow fans to return

Recent pilot event went ahead successfully at The Stoop and Kingsholm, paving the way for Premiership Rugby to permit fans into tw…

Online Editors

17 Sep 2020, 4:37

Sale's new stadium plan shelved after public outcry

Premiership club Sale launched ambitious new stadium plans that would have brought them back to their hometown, but that idea has …

Online Editors

16 Sep 2020, 8:44

Newcastle sign one-time Springboks scrum-half for new Premiership season

Newly promoted Newcastle are busy with preparations for the 2020/21 Premiership, with one-time Springboks scrum-half Louis Schreud…

Online Editors

16 Sep 2020, 5:18

Video: Harlequins lock Lewies 'ran out of lungs' after try-scoring gallop from own half

Stephan Lewies scored his first Premiership try on Monday night, but the run from inside the Harlequins half took a lung-bursting …

Online Editors

15 Sep 2020, 8:06

Nadolo on his penalty-winning Leicester scrum: 'The forwards owe us a beer'

Nemani Nadolo has been an excellent addition at Leicester Tigers, but the winger's exploits reached new heights in the Premiership…

Online Editors

15 Sep 2020, 7:15

'I thought Joe Marchant was incredible'

Having gone to the Super Rugby Blues at the start of this year to hone his craft, Harlequins are now benefiting from a much-improv…

15 Sep 2020, 6:06

The Rugby Pod hold nothing back in their reaction to Owen Farrell's red card challenge

The Rugby Pod held nothing back as they gave their reaction to Owen Farrell's red card in the Gallagher Premiership last weekend.�…

Rugby Pod

15 Sep 2020, 4:57

Saracens and Exeter to get Test player boost for Champions Cup ties

Saracens and Exeter expect to enter their Champions Cup quarter-finals with two key players available after revealing Mako Vunipol…

14 Sep 2020, 4:22

Saracens avoid third straight defeat with convincing win over Exeter

Rotimi Segun, Dom Morris, Elliott Obatoyinbo, Janco Venter and Cameron Boon crossed for tries.

13 Sep 2020, 14:46

'That was our worst performance in two years' - Saints boss Chris Boyd plotting changes

Northampton boss Chris Boyd suggested his struggling side may have to change the way they play after describing their performance …

13 Sep 2020, 13:29

Bath climb into play-off places after victory over Sale

Bath moved into the play-off places at the expense of Bristol Bears after an impressive 37-22 triumph over Sale Sharks at the AJ B…

13 Sep 2020, 13:13

Lood de Jager facing 'five to six months' out

Lood de Jager, Sale’s World Cup winning lock, is facing his third shoulder reconstruction and could be out of the game for six m…

Chris Jones

13 Sep 2020, 13:03

Two tries from super-sub Ollie Lawrence help Worcester to victory

The Warriors had only won once in the Gallagher Premiership since the turn of the year.

13 Sep 2020, 12:45

Zack Henry kicks Leicester to derby victory over Northampton

The fly-half scored 20 points in his side’s 28-24 win at Welford Road.

13 Sep 2020, 11:50

'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

Cipriani starts as Skivington welcomes return of fans as Gloucester Rugby take on Harlequins

Gloucester head coach George Skivington has welcomed the return of spectators for Monday’s Gallagher Premiership game against Ha…

13 Sep 2020, 8:39

Harlequins to unleash 20 stone Bok prop against Irish

Paul Gustard has made eight changes to the starting XV that faced London Irish at The Stoopwith summer signing Wilco Louw set to m…

Online Editors

13 Sep 2020, 7:36

'I've proven I can cope at this level... at Leicester, I let one or two people's opinions have a huge impact on my mental state'

Negative comments about his size affected Harry Thacker at Leicester but the hooker's whirling dervish style has found a home at t…

Liam Heagney

13 Sep 2020, 4:11

'They wouldn't have been different to comments made by other clubs, it's just that our comments carried more weight'

Exeter boss Rob Baxter admits animosity exists between the Chiefs and Saracens as the pair prepare to go head-to-head again at All…

12 Sep 2020, 9:24

Tuilagi to make 100th Prem appearance as Sale Sharks name team for Bath

Sale Sharks centre Manu Tuilagi returns alongside Rohan Janse van Rensburg to make his 100th Premiership appearance against Bath R…

Online Editors

12 Sep 2020, 8:00

Bath roll out heavy artillery for Sale Sharks

Bath Rugby have made 13 changes to the side to face Sale Sharks on Sunday. Charlie Ewels returns to action and captains the side.

Online Editors

12 Sep 2020, 7:41

'A wise man, Richard Cockerill, once said to me an opinion without consequence is a terrible thing'

The run of poor post-lockdown results has heaped criticism on Leicester, but Geordan Murphy has explained how he handles the outsp…

Liam Heagney

11 Sep 2020, 13:29

Leading club bosses clash on the future of midweek Premiership fixtures

Premiership officials have agreed dates for the third and final round of 2019/20 midweek fixtures, but club bosses have difference…

11 Sep 2020, 13:14

Bristol change 12 and hand one-time Ireland international Adeolokun a debut

With a Challenge Cup on the horizon, Bristol have made 12 changes to face Wasps and give a debut to new short-term signing, Niyi A…

Online Editors

11 Sep 2020, 9:35

Rivalry on ice as Saracens and Exeter name understrength teams for Sunday

Saracens and Exeter served up two full-strength Premiership classics in 2019 but Sunday's latest renewal will feature their unders…

Online Editors

11 Sep 2020, 8:06

Lood de Jager has bent metal shoulder pins, yet Steve Diamond wants him to feature in Premiership title race

Lood de Jager arrived at Sale afer two 2019 shoulder operations, but Steve Diamond is hoping the bent metal pins suffered at Leice…

Chris Jones

11 Sep 2020, 5:55

Leicester have given their verdict on whether first time captain Ellis Genge will skipper them again

Ellis Genge became the fifth Leicester captain in their six post-lockdown games when he skippered them in the record defeat on Wed…

Liam Heagney

11 Sep 2020, 3:34

Bristol's Siale Piutau has appeal against three-match ban dismissed

Bristol were adamant Siale Piutau acted in self-defence at Worcester, but the veteran midfield's three-game ban will stand after a…

Online Editors

10 Sep 2020, 16:32

Marcus Smith has beaten an illustrious list of names to Premiership points landmark

Marcus Smith is a young man in a hurry and his efforts for Harlequins against London Irish on Wednesday saw his pass a Premiership…

Online Editors

10 Sep 2020, 11:41

Tigers fans have their say on record Leicester loss... and the consensus isn't what you might expect

Social media has made unpleasant viewing for anyone involved with Leicester, but there is an encouraging consensus regarding new b…

Josh Raisey

10 Sep 2020, 8:04

Worcester fire back after Pat Lam's live TV attack on Andrew Kitchener

Bristol have appealed the three-match ban given to Siale Piutau but Worcester boss Alan Solomons has labelled the Tongan last Frid…

Liam Heagney

10 Sep 2020, 7:31

First-time skipper Ellis Genge issues blunt assessment of unacceptable record Leicester loss

Ellis Genge was a first-time captain of Leicester on Wednesday night and he didn't sugarcoat their damaging record defeat when tal…

Liam Heagney

10 Sep 2020, 6:26

Bristol appeal the three-game ban given to Siale Piutau

Siale Piutau has already missed one match, sitting out the Tuesday night Bristol win over Northampton, but Pat Lam still wants the…

Online Editors

10 Sep 2020, 5:20

Video: 19-year-old Alfie Barbeary scores Wasps hat-trick his first Premiership start

36 tries were scored in the five Wednesday night Premiership games and the scoring potency of Wasps youngster Alfie Barbeary caugh…

Liam Heagney

10 Sep 2020, 4:57

'Full Rupeni mode' - Fans want Semi Radradra in contention for World Rugby Player of the Year 2020

Since the restart, Radradra has the second most line breaks of any player, the most defenders beaten of any player, and an astound…

Online Editors

10 Sep 2020, 1:16

Sweet sixteen for Marcus Smith as Harlequins win battle of the Stoop

The bonus-point victory saw Harlequins rise to sixth in the table, consigning London Irish to their eighth successive Premiership …

09 Sep 2020, 17:20

Bath close on Premiership's top four by beating Worcester

Bath now sit just a point behind Wasps after defeating Worcester, but with an extra win under their belts ahead of Sunday’s visi…

09 Sep 2020, 17:07

Geordan Murphy admits Leicester defeat to Wasps is worst of his time at club

Leicester leaked eight tries after falling apart in the second half, leaving Geordan Murphy admitting it was their worst defeat in…

09 Sep 2020, 16:55

Exeter face anxious wait over fitness of Scotland full-back Stuart Hogg

Exeter full-back Stuart Hogg appeared to have a problem with the top of his right leg and he went off early in the second half at …

09 Sep 2020, 16:27

Saracens not good enough to stop Sale winning fourth consecutive Premiership game

Sale had the game sewn up by half-time when they led Saracens 21-7 and they remain in pole for second place despite the bonus poin…

09 Sep 2020, 16:12

Exeter book place in Premiership play-offs with home victory over Gloucester

Gloucester battled hard but ultimately couldn't contain Exeter who had tries from Luke Cowan-Dickie, Sam Simmonds, Jonny Hill, Ian…

09 Sep 2020, 15:14

Barbeary shines as Leicester concede a record number of Premiership points

Alfie Barbeary was selected for Wasps ahead of in-form England prospect Jack Willis and he played a blinder in handing Leicester a…

09 Sep 2020, 15:01

Wayne Barnes has opened a Twitter account and some of the reaction has been priceless

Referee Wayne Barnes has picked a curious week in the Premiership judiciary to open an account on Twitter, but he arrival has been…

Josh Raisey

09 Sep 2020, 13:18

Charlie Atkinson's season could be over after Owen Farrell's 'reckless' tackle

Everyone knows the fate of Owen Farrell following last Saturday's infamous red card, but what is the outlook for Wasps youngster C…

Online Editors

09 Sep 2020, 8:55

Pat Lam didn't pull his verbal punches on live TV when raging over the Siale Piutau ban

Pat Lam has difficulty accepting why Siale Piutau received a three-match ban, the same as the Worcester player who attacked the Br…

Liam Heagney

09 Sep 2020, 7:14

Video: The 90-metre 'total rugby' team try that Bristol delivered on Tuesday

Bristol struck for seven tries in the Premiership hammering of Northampton on Tuesday night, but one near length-of-field score st…

Online Editors

09 Sep 2020, 5:16

Owen Farrell given 5-match ban

Such was the gravity of the tackle by Owen Farrell for Saracens that 10 games was the initially suggested ban before it was halved…

Liam Heagney

08 Sep 2020, 18:30

Seven-try Bristol crush inexperienced Northampton side

Play-off hopefuls Bristol made short work of an inexperienced Northampton, scoring seven tries to strengthen their Premiership tit…

Online Editors

08 Sep 2020, 17:18

2 ex-Test stars voice pre-hearing support for red card Farrell

The high tackle which led to the sending off of Owen Farrell was indefensible, but two old stagers have now come to the support of…

Josh Raisey

08 Sep 2020, 13:17

Marler sparks Twitter spat over Premiership player welfare

Joe Marler has started in four of the five Premiership restart matches played so far by Harlequins, clocking up 271 minutes over a…

Josh Raisey

08 Sep 2020, 10:41

Andre the Giant checks in for debut with Marcus Smith poised to reach Premiership milestone

It was last January when Andre Esterhuizen, the 113kg midfielder capped eight times by the Springboks, was announced as a Harlequi…

Online Editors

08 Sep 2020, 8:41

Outspoken player welfare advocate Ellis Genge to skipper Leicester for first time

Fears the outspoken views of Ellis Genge could affect his standing at Leicester were misplaced as the prop is set to skipper them …

Online Editors

08 Sep 2020, 7:59

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