Australian Rugby Union managing director and chief executive John O’Neill and Qantas Wallabies coach Robbie Deans have today both paid tribute to the contribution to the game made by Al…
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Ross heads list of senior players to pledge futures to Welsh
Gordon Ross is among a number of experienced London Welsh players to commit to the Exiles for next season. The 33-year-old former Scotland international fly half has proved an inspired…
Kettle completes the Doncaster squad
Doncaster Knights Director of Rugby Brett Davey brings back Back Row player Adam Kettle after a season at Clifton Lane, completing his squad of 27 players. Liverpool born Kettle, who…
Leeds appoint Andy Titterrell as captain
Leeds Carnegie have announced that former England and British Lions hooker Andy Titterrell has agreed a new two year contract with the club and will become the side’s captain for…
Chiefs confirm pre-season plans
Exeter head coach Rob Baxter says he is looking forward to his side’s pre-season programme after the Chiefs today confirmed their three warm-up fixtures ahead of the new Aviva Premiership…
MP kicked out of parliament for wearing rugby shirt – Video of Day
An MP who supports the Otago Highlanders was asked to leave the Parliament chamber for wearing a rugby shirt, in protest at team colour changes in Dunedin. What’s the world…
James Haskell leaves Stade Francais
England back-rower James Haskell is leaving Stade Francais and may now end up in the Super 15 with the Melbourne Rebels. Haskell is one of a raft of players on…
Heineken Cup pool draw confirmed
The draw for the 17th season of the Heineken Cup was made at Twickenham Stadium today with the seven English clubs targeting a return to the home of English rugby…
Epic journey for fundraising hero
An inspirational young man from Paisley will set out on a 100-mile trek along the West Highland Way, three years after being told he might never walk again. Connor Docherty,…
The Rugby Week in Review: May 30 – June 5
Catch up in the Rugby week that was: May 30 to June 5… England Saxons started the Churchill Cup with an astounding 87-8 victory over the USA Eagles. The side…