Newcastle v Leeds – the big one previewed

Newcastle Falcons have slipped to three straight defeats in all competitions and will want to avoid defeat to steer clear of propping up the Premiership table for the first time…

Newcastle sign Richard Mayhew

Newcastle Falcons are delighted to announce the signing of Kiwi back rower Richard Mayhew for the start of the 2011-12 campaign. The 25-year-old former North Harbour player has joined the…

Mark Cueto cited

Mark Cueto will appear before an RFU disciplinary hearing on 11 April at 7pm after being cited for making contact with the eye or eye area of Northampton lock Christian…

Saracens sign Mako Vunipola

Saracens have signed one of the brightest talents in English rugby, Mako Vunipola. The 20-year old has made 33 competitive appearances, scoring 5 tries. Vunipola has also represented England at…

Noah Cato signs for Northampton

Northampton have moved quickly to strengthen their wing resources by signing Noah Cato from Saracens for the start of next season. Cato told the club’s website: “Northampton is one of…

Verdicts on Marler, Ayerza and Briggs

Joe Marler of Harlequins and Marcos Ayerza of Leicester both banned for two weeks after their fight in the Harlequins v Leicester match on Saturday. Both can play again on…

Errors prove costly for Exeter

Disappointed Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter blamed his side for making a series of “dumb” errors as they slipped to a 27-22 defeat against Leeds Carnegie in the Aviva…

Aviva Premiership Rugby blog

The round-up of the 19th round of Aviva Premiership action from Alex Shaw Saturday 2nd April 2011 – Northampton Saints vs. Sale Sharks Saints came into this game on the…