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Ireland change three following last Saturday's hammering by England

The Irish embarrassingly lost out 10-88 at Twickenham against the defending champions and the reaction for this Saturday's third…

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Romane Ménager 'ready to fight' against England

France back-row Romane Ménager discusses the state of the French team as they prepare for a crunch Guinness Women's Six Nations 2…

Jérémy Fahner

25 Apr, 7:28

France recall quartet for Grand Slam decider

France coaches Gaëlle Mignot and David Ortiz have made four changes to their starting line-up for Saturday's crunch Guinness Wo…

Scotland change three for Ireland, name two uncapped players as sub

The Scots bounced back from their round three disappointment against England to defeat Italy 17-10 in Parma last Saturday, a victo…

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Thierry Futeu: 'The policeman chased me, I pretended to throw a stone at his head and ran for the border'

The Cameroon-born Spain prop has the most arresting back story of robbery, refugee camps and a quest for citizenship.

Francisco Isaac

25 Apr, 6:20

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Opinion

Munster have much to play for after blowing best Champions Cup shot in years

A tantalising European opportunity has been squandered, but the proud province are intent on defending their URC title.

Bulls No10 Johan Goosen cops ban after red card in Munster loss

Bulls fly-half Johan Goosen has received a three-match ban following his red card on Saturday against Munster in the United Rugby …

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'There is a point to it - and that is progress, we can all contribute to this'

As an Irish supporter, this tournament has been mostly enjoyable for a few reasons. For example the performances from some of the …

Rugby Australia statement: Melbourne Rebels' administration

The Rebels went into voluntary administration in January with Rugby Australia taking over their competition licence and covering p…

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Brett Cameron on his All Blacks cap and his promising second stint with the Hurricanes

In 2024 Brett Cameron (27) has been vital in the Hurricanes best ever start to Super Rugby. The Wellington based franchise has wo…

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Sam Warburton: 'It surprises me how few people are prepared to put in the hard work'

The former Lions captain and now respected broadcaster has his say on academy pathways, rugby's doomsayers and Louis Rees-Zammit

'He was the one guy who truly kept Semi Radradra under wraps'

Bristol Bears boss Pat Lam has hailed South African centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg as a "coach's dream" who has become a …

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Steve Diamond: 'It was like going to a funeral for six hours'

The bottom-of-the-table Falcons slumped to their 15th successive Gallagher Premiership defeat this season, getting annihilated 85-…

Tigers' Kata may only miss 1 Premiership fixture despite 3-match ban

Leicester Tigers centre Solomone Kata has been banned for three matches following his red card against Northampton Saints on Satur…

The Newcastle update on the GB7s Olympics approach for Adam Radwan

The tournament at the Stade de France, which is set to see Antoine Dupont represent France and Michael Hooper play for Australia, …

Exeter Chiefs duo sign new deals

Exeter Chiefs have tied down their back three duo of Tommy Wyatt and Ben Hammersley, who have both signed new contracts.

Saracens urge England to sort hybrid deals 'as quickly as possible'

Maro Itoje and Jamie George have yet to be offered finalised hybrid contracts by England amid an appeal from Saracens boss Mark Mc…

Gabrielle Vernier: 'We're not far off an achievement' against England

Gabrielle Vernier has faced England nine times in her career. And never, never has the French women's centre beaten the Red Rose…

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Grassroots rugby 'needs to fit around people's lives or face further challenges'

Rugby's inability to adapt to changing times means the grassroots game is struggling as other formats prosper.

O'Gara shares dream of winning RWC, but not necessarily with Ireland

La Rochelle boss Ronan O'Gara has set his sights on winning a World Cup in the future as a coach.

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Ex-Springboks assistant Frans Ludeke a shock contender to land URC job

Kubota Spears boss Frans Ludeke has emerged as a shock contender to take over the reins at the financially troubled United Rugby C…

Bristol confirm three new signings, including recruit from Leicester

A recent renaissance in results has fired the Bears into the end-of-season play-off positions, but they also believe they have rec…

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Rhona Lloyd: Whales, Scotland, and Great Britain

Music has played a big part throughout Rhona Lloyd's Scotland career to date and now, after reaching the 50-cap milestone, she w…

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Charlie Ewels: 'That's my role, to beat Maro in those little battles'

Now 29, the only way Ewels knew was the Bath way, whatever the Bath way was, as it had become increasingly difficult to fathom in …

Regan Grace signs permanent deal with Bath

Bath have signed former Wales rugby league international Regan Grace on a permanent contract after completing his rehabilitation a…

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Mark McCall launches centre search after serious Olly Hartley setback

The 22-year-old is set to miss the rest of 2024 after it was revealed he suffered ACL damage in the 46-24 victory in London, which…

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'Although I was boogying and smiling away I just felt empty'

Writing this column isn't easy… One because I still don't think I've fully processed how I feel about Saturday and two, be…

Rosie Galligan

24 Apr, 5:50

The day Sonny Bill Williams lost respect for All Blacks teammate

Playing in two World Cup-winning All Blacks sides would teach a player a lot about who his teammates are, but Sonny Bill Williams …

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The Wallabies team Joe Schmidt must pick to win back Bledisloe Cup

Here's a look at the Wallabies team that Joe Schmidt must pick by the time the two September Bledisloe Cup tests roll around.

Brumby Allan Alaalatoa to end more than 260 day wait against Hurricanes

Wallabies prop Allan Alaalatoa will make his long-awaited return from injury on Saturday afternoon after being named to start for …

Fijian Drua look for revenge in battle of the Pacific

The battle of the Pacific is in Fiji this week and the hosts have welcomed some key cogs back into the starting XV for the contest…

Crusaders in Christchurch: Rebels set sights on 'hardest task in our game'

The Melbourne Rebels' team is in as they set their sights on "the hardest task in our game."

Izack Rodda set for first Force start this season against Highlanders

Wallaby Izack Rodda will start a Super Rugby Pacific match for the first time this season after making a successful return from in…

Moana Pasifika back cohesion in battle of the Pacific

Moana Pasifika have trusted their winning formula for the battle of the Pacific in Fiji this week, naming an identical starting XV…

Reds name side as they prepare for 'different kettle of fish' in Blues

Josh Flook is back as one of three changes to the Reds' starting side as the Queenslanders prepare for a "different kettle of …

Highlanders welcome back a handful of familiar faces for Force

Highlanders coach Clark Dermody is eager for a response from his team following a goose-egg performance against the Reds in round …

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