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Alex Spink 28 Mar 2024

Planet Rugby contributor Alex Spink spoke with Wigan Warriors chief executive Kris Radlinksi, who reveals the club came close to signing Owen Farrell.

England

Adam Kyriacou 28 Mar 2024

England duo ink deals with Top 14 giants as international careers put on hold

England prop Kyle Sinckler and flanker Lewis Ludlam will be playing their rugby in the Top 14 from next season after signing three-year contracts.

Bristol

Colin Newboult 28 Mar 2024

Ardie Savea settles world number one debate and reveals 'sting' attached to Springboks 2024 double-header

Ardie Savea has weighed into the world number one debate and also discussed the All Blacks' rivalry with the Springboks.

International

Jared Wright 28 Mar 2024

Louis Rees-Zammit: From breakout teenage sensation to joining the Super Bowl champions

Louis Rees-Zammit has already had an incredible rugby career despite being 23 years old and embarks on a new challenge as he chases his NFL dream.

Features

Jared Wright 28 Mar 2024

'Long time coming' - England legend Danny Care set for last Twickenham hurrah

Danny Care is set to make his long-awaited debut for the famous invitional team.

Barbarians

Colin Newboult 28 Mar 2024

Duane Vermeulen opens up on Rassie Erasmus 'scuffle' as he feared 'sour grapes' would end World Cup dreams

Duane Vermeulen had a spat with Rassie Erasmus prior to the Rugby World Cup.

South Africa

Colin Newboult 28 Mar 2024

Ardie Savea addresses All Blacks captaincy and selection as Scott Robertson era begins

World Rugby Player of the Year Ardie Savea has been discussing his All Blacks prospects in 2024, as well as his time in Japan.

New Zealand

Adam Kyriacou 28 Mar 2024

England stars earn starts as Northampton face red hot Saracens in Friday's big game

The Premiership continues on Friday with Northampton Saints and Newcastle Falcons hosting Saracens and Leicester Tigers in their respective matches.

Premiership

David Skippers 28 Mar 2024

Leinster load up on Ireland stars for crunch clash with the Bulls

The teams have been named for Friday's United Rugby Championship action as Leinster host the Bulls and the Dragons take on Zebre Parma.

United Rugby Championship

Colin Newboult 28 Mar 2024

Louis Rees-Zammit's rapid NFL rise continues with a deal to join Patrick Mahomes at Super Bowl champions - report

Louis Rees-Zammit is set to sign an NFL deal on Friday.

Wales

Jared Wright 28 Mar 2024

Leinster v Bulls provides litmus test for Ireland and Springbok hopefuls

The top-of-the-table URC clash between Leinster and the Bulls on Friday provides the perfect opportunity for fringe internationals to stake a claim.

United Rugby Championship

David Skippers 28 Mar 2024

Five storylines ahead of Round Six of Super Rugby Pacific including desperate Crusaders hosting Damian McKenzie-less Chiefs

Ahead of the sixth round of Super Rugby Pacific action, Planet Rugby has selected five storylines to follow in the various clashes.

Super Rugby

Jared Wright 28 Mar 2024

Ranking the worst starts to a Super Rugby season by a New Zealand side: How do the 2024 Crusaders compare?

The worst run of defeats to start a Super Rugby season by New Zealand teams since the competition launched in 1996.

Super Rugby

Colin Newboult 28 Mar 2024

'Not the fastest, not the fittest' - Michael Hooper's brutally honest assessment ahead of Sevens debut

Wallabies legend Michael Hooper is set to make his debut on World Rugby's SVNS series in Hong Kong next weekend.

Australia

Dylan Coetzee 28 Mar 2024

United Rugby Championship: Four games in Round 13 that are CRITICAL for the playoff race

As the tournament enters round 13 we take a closer look at which games this weekend will influence the playoff race.

United Rugby Championship

Dylan Coetzee 28 Mar 2024

John Smit likens Springbok-laden Sharks to a 'Ferrari' with 'no gearbox' after horror season

Springboks legend John Smit gave an honest assessment of the Sharks this United Rugby Championship season, likening them to a faulty Ferrari.

Sharks

David Skippers 28 Mar 2024

Boost for Bath as England prospect ruled fit for Harlequins clash

Bath received a boost ahead of Saturday's clash with Harlequins at the Stoop when Alfie Barbeary was declared fit for the Premiership clash.

Bath

Dylan Coetzee 28 Mar 2024

'Rookie' Michael Hooper set to make Sevens debut in Hong Kong as Olympic Games loom

Former Wallabies captain and centurion Michael Hooper will finally make his Sevens debut for Australia in Hong Kong during the first weekend of April.

Australia

David Skippers 28 Mar 2024

Springbok-laden Sharks wary that ex-head coach will be out 'to prove a point'

Vincent Koch expects Edinburgh boss Sean Everitt to be highly motivated when his side are up against his former team, the Sharks, in Durban on Saturday.

Sharks

Jared Wright 28 Mar 2024

Quiz: Can you name the ten most capped England rugby players of all-time?

Can you name the ten most capped England men's players? Have a crack and challenge your friends!

Rugby Quizzes

Jared Wright 27 Mar 2024

Owen Farrell and Manu Tuilagi take significant pay cuts with French moves - report

The England stars' salaries in France have been revealed.

England

Jared Wright 27 Mar 2024

RG Snyman reveals the process behind one of the Springboks' most lethal weapons

The Springbok lock has provided insight into one of the World Cup winners' best attacking weapons.

South Africa

Jared Wright 27 Mar 2024

Wealthy Top 14 club owner makes Zach Mercer revelation amidst transfer rumours

There is a possibility that Zach Mercer could return to the Top 14 after just one season back in the Premiership.

Toulon

Jared Wright 27 Mar 2024

'Sorry we got caught' - RFU's statement on Saracens v Harlequins TMO receives major backlash

Fans and pundits have slammed the RFU and PGMOT statement on the TMO controversy during Saracens v Harlequins.

Premiership

Jared Wright 27 Mar 2024

Harlequins to bid farewell to highly-rated coach after 'mutually agreed' departure

Harlequins have confirmed that former senior coach Tabai Matson will depart the club.

Harlequins

David Skippers 27 Mar 2024

'This move is exactly what I need' says Ireland international ahead of Top 14 switch

While the decision to leave Munster was not an easy one, Joey Carbery has revealed that the chance to play in France was a move he could not turn down.

Munster

Colin Newboult 27 Mar 2024

All Blacks legend urges Scott Robertson to pick Damian McKenzie and create 'new way' of playing

Damian McKenzie is the favourite to be the All Blacks' fly-half in 2024.

New Zealand

Jared Wright 27 Mar 2024

Quiz: Can you name the Springboks matchday 23 from the Rugby World Cup Final versus the All Blacks?

Can you name the Springboks matchday 23 from the 2023 Rugby World Cup Final?

Rugby Quizzes

Dylan Coetzee 27 Mar 2024

United Rugby Championship: Unpacking the tight playoff race that includes 11 teams

There are 11 teams within reach of the URC's top eight making the business end of the regular season even more interesting, Planet Rugby unpacks the race to the playoffs.

United Rugby Championship

Colin Newboult 27 Mar 2024

Joe Marler mocks RFU statement on 'regrettable' TMO incident during Saracens v Harlequins game

A statement has been released after the TMO was accused of being influenced by co-commentator Austin Healey.

Premiership

Colin Newboult 27 Mar 2024

Sir John Kirwan reveals the uncapped duo that have entered the 'All Blacks discussion' after stunning Super Rugby starts

Two uncapped players could be making a big impact for the All Blacks in 2024.

New Zealand

Jared Wright 27 Mar 2024

All Blacks forward Whitelock pens contract extension with Top 14 club

A potential blow for Scott Robertson's plans.

New Zealand

Dylan Coetzee 27 Mar 2024

Wonderkid picks Australian rugby over mega-money code-switch

Teenager Max Jorgensen has signed with Rugby Australia and the Waratahs until 2026 despite big interest from the NRL.

Australia

Colin Newboult 27 Mar 2024

Beleaguered Crusaders suffer ultimate embarrassment as Chiefs rest Damian McKenzie for huge derby

The Chiefs have made the surprise call to rest Damian McKenzie this weekend.

Super Rugby

Dylan Coetzee 27 Mar 2024

Inaugural U20 Rugby Championship fixtures confirmed as Southern sides get 'crucial prep' for World Championship

SANZAAR have confirmed the fixtures with the U20 Rugby Championship that begin on May 2 with all the games to be played in Australia.

Rugby Championship

David Skippers 27 Mar 2024

Hurricanes' big guns return as All Blacks star set to hit milestone

All Blacks front-row Tyrel Lomax will play his 100th Super Rugby match when the Hurricanes take on the Highlanders in Dunedin on Saturday.

Hurricanes

Joe Harvey 27 Mar 2024

Major League Rugby: Five things we learnt as reigning MVP shines and a new recruit in San Diego

After pouring over all the action from Week Four, Joe Harvey tells us five things we learnt from the USA tournament.

Home page

David Skippers 27 Mar 2024

Retirement call from veteran Scotland international after illustrious career

Veteran Scotland and Edinburgh front-row WP Nel has announced that he will retire from the game at the end of the 2023/24 season.

Scotland

David Skippers 27 Mar 2024

Super Rugby Pacific Team Tracker: All Blacks star's injury adds to Crusaders crisis ahead of Chiefs clash

Check out the teams ahead of Round Six of this year's Super Rugby Pacific campaign, which starts with the Crusaders against the Chiefs on Friday.

Super Rugby

Jared Wright 26 Mar 2024

Rassie Erasmus reveals his World Cup mantra that 'p***ed off' the Springboks

"We had just four big games" to win the Rugby World Cup.

South Africa

Adam Kyriacou 26 Mar 2024

Louis Rees-Zammit signs with Roc Nation Sports as 'sky is the limit' for NFL-chasing star

Louis Rees-Zammit has signed with Roc Nation Sports ahead of a potential deal with an NFL team.

USA

Jared Wright 26 Mar 2024

Fans left in awe by Springboks prop Ox Nche's DEMOLITION of Ulster pack

Ox Nche, Bongi Mbonambi and Vincent Koch are brutal in the front-row!

Sharks

Jared Wright 26 Mar 2024

The extent of the Premiership exodus to France: 629 England caps worth of experience

Over 629 Test caps worth of experience could be leaving the Premiership at the end of the end of the season.

Premiership

Jared Wright 26 Mar 2024

Danny Care to add to Premiership exodus as French club targets British and Irish Lion and Wallaby

Following his retirement from international rugby, England scrum-half Danny Care could join a French club who are targeting a Lion and a Wallaby star.

Perpignan

Jared Wright 26 Mar 2024

'You are a f**king liar!' - Rassie Erasmus' foul-mouthed half-time Rugby World Cup speech that inspired the Springboks

The Chasing the Sun 2 docuseries has revealed what Rassie Erasmus said to the Springboks players to inspire their World Cup semi-final win over England.

South Africa

Simon Thomas 26 Mar 2024

The 'unbelievable' Springboks legend that Ireland star 'looks up to' ahead of URC showdown

Jordan Larmour has revealed that Springboks great Willie le Roux is a player who he "looks up to."

United Rugby Championship

Dylan Coetzee 26 Mar 2024

Bulls bracing for 'benchmark' clash with top-of-the-table rivals Leinster

Bulls director of rugby Jake White is ready to measure his side's progress against Leinster in Dublin this weekend.

Bulls

Dylan Coetzee 26 Mar 2024

Stormers reveal 'leadership restructure' after completion of equity deal and departure of coach to SA Rugby

The Stormers have confirmed changes to their leadership structure after the completion of the equity deal with the Red Disa Consortium.

Stormers

Jared Wright 26 Mar 2024

'It's very hard to be 100% all the time' - Rugby World Cup referee hangs up his whistle

Mathieu Raynal has decided to hang up his whistle after over 200 matches.

France

Jared Wright 26 Mar 2024

Quiz: Can you name the ten most capped Springboks of all-time?

Can you name the ten most capped Springboks? Have a crack and challenge your friends!

Rugby Quizzes

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