Wales’ back-up scrum-half Richie Rees is out of the Six Nations after having been banned until 31 March. Rees, the Cardiff Blues player, appeared before an independent Disciplinary Hearing in Dublin…
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RFU changes confirmed – Rob Andrew and Clive Woodward
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) has today announced a major organisational restructure following the arrival of John Steele as Chief Executive in September 2010. The changes, unanimously approved by the…
Euan Murray returns to Premiership action
Big name signing, Euan Murray will make his debut against Sale Sharks in the Aviva Premiership on Friday (kick off 7.45pm). The 30-year-old Scotland international has been handed the No.…
Leicester Tigers do the crossbar challenge – Video
Leicester are getting ready for the biggest game of their season this weekend, when they host Northampton in the Aviva Premiership top of the table clash. But recently Scott Quinnell…
Meet Matthew Morgan, the next Wales fly-half
Katie Field meets exciting young Ospreys fly-half Matthew Morgan. There’s a feeling in some rugby circles that young players have the natural flair coached out of them, but Swansea coach…
Lee Byrne could be back for Heineken Cup – Ospreys
Lee Byrne will have the plaster removed from his fractured thumb this week ahead of a potential return to action in time for the crucial Heineken Cup fixtures against London…
RFU back John Steele’s review
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) Board of Directors met today to review the recommendations of John Steele, its new Chief Executive, for changes to the organisation in preparation for the…
Romania completes World Cup line-up
England and Scotland now know their final pool opponents for next year’s World Cup with Romania the last team to qualify for the New Zealand tournament. Romania held Uruguay to…
Jerry Flannery set for more time on the sidelines
Jerry Flannery’s cruel run of luck with injuries has continued with confirmation that the Munster and Ireland hooker is facing a lay-off of between four to six weeks. Jerry Flannery…
Cian Healy signs new Ireland contract
The Irish Rugby Football Union is pleased to announce the signing of another international contract with Cian Healy signing a new deal that will seem him continue to play in…