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Scarlets forfeit European fixture against Bristol Bears
It has been announced that the Scarlets forfeit their round one Heineken Champions Cup match against Bristol Bears, which was due to be played on Saturday, December 11. The Scarlets…
Cardiff return to UK
Cardiff return to UK A party of 42 Cardiff staff were finally able to leave South Africa on Friday morning, after yesterday’s planned departure from Cape Town was scuppered. All…
Watch: Bizarre moment player held-up at Dubai Sevens
Watch: Bizarre moment player held-up at Dubai Sevens We are used to seeing defenders in the 15s game employing the ‘choke tackle’ – the art of holding a tackled player…
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The Intercept: Newcastle Try Against Exeter
The Intercept: Newcastle Try Against Exeter In this series, Rugby World talks to those involved in big moments in matches to find out the detail involved – the hows and…
Rugby Rant: Premiership fantasy game missing
Rugby Rant: Premiership fantasy game missing PREMIERSHIP RUGBY has plenty of opportunities to grow the game. Although, they may be found wanting in this critical department. Let’s focus on the…
Eben Etzebeth concussions see him stood down for three months
Eben Etzebeth concussions see him stood down for three months Toulon announced today that imposing Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth will be stood down from rugby for a three-month period after…
Covid latest: URC teams explore exit strategies as new variant hits South Africa
Covid latest: URC teams explore exit strategies as new variant hits South Africa An outbreak of a new Covid-19 variant in South Africa and impending travel bans to the country…