Ben Foden has accepted a”warning” from the RFU about his future conduct after he was recently cautioned by police after an incident in London. RFU Disciplinary Officer Judge Jeff Blackett…
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Worcester Warriors sign Josh Drauniniu
Worcester Warriors have added even more ammunition to the club’s firepower ahead of next season with the confirmation that ‘try machine’ Josh Drauniniu will move to Sixways from London Welsh.…
Aviva Premiership round-up – a blog
By Alex Shaw Sale Sharks vs. Gloucester Sale went into this game hoping that home advantage might be able to help them overcome the odds and beat playoff hopefuls Gloucester.…
Dan Carter question raises old issues – A blog
As Bath have shown recently with their failed bid for Dan Carter, English Rugby is becoming ever more ambitious, writes Rugby World reader Dan Grose. By bidding for one of…
Exeter admit rules breach – points deduction could be on its way
Following media reports over the weekend regarding the official registration of Exeter Chiefs winger Nemani Nadolo, chief executive Tony Rowe has today issued the following club statement. Mr Rowe said:…
All Black lock Ross Filipo signs for Wasps
London Wasps are delighted to announce the signing of former All Black lock Ross Filipo from Bayonne on a two-year contract. Filipo joins Wasps with a wealth of top level…
Sale sign Sam Tuitupou
SALE supremo Steve Diamond has made another key addition to his armoury for next season by securing the capture of All Blacks star Sam Tuitupou. The Sharks executive director of…
Northampton Saints at home in Milton Keynes
NORTHAMPTON ARE excited about playing their Heineken Cup semi-final at stadium:mk. The Saints beat Ulster 23-13 in front of more than 21,000 fans at the home of MK Dons to…
Perpignan 29 Toulon 25 – The Rugby World Verdict
THERE WERE few better places to be on planet rugby on Saturday than in the Olympic Stadium in Barcelona where Perpignan beat Jonny Wilkinson’s Toulon in front of 55,000 fanatical…
Leinster are in pieces despite win
Leinster head coach Joe Schmidt admitted his side were “in pieces” after their defeat of Leicester in the Saturday’s Heineken Cup quarter-final. The game proved to be a fiercely physical…