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Thursday, Dec 11

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Saracens confirm arrival of Canada Women head coach Kevin Rouet

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Saracens have confirmed that Kévin Rouet, Head Coach of Canada’s Women’s Rugby Team, has joined the coaching group in North London on secondment for the remainder of the Premiership Women’s…

How the Champions Cup should reshape its format to deliver a better spectacle

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There’s a growing sense among supporters that the Champions Cup has drifted into a rut. The pool stages, once full of edge and urgency, now feel flat. Join RUCK’s Instagram…

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Betting odds revealed for Ellie Kildunne to win Sports Personality of the Year Award

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England’s Rugby World Cup hero Ellie Kildunne has been priced as the 66/1 outsider for BBC Sports Personality of the Year – despite becoming the first female rugby player ever…

The challenges facing professional rugby in unusual regions

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Professional rugby league finds itself expanding into regions once absent from its map. Eastern Europe, Africa, and Latin America have each built small but resilient foundations for the sport. Their…

Alex Sanderson provides George Ford injury update before challenging Champions Cup trip

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Sale Sharks head to the Parc des Sports Marcel-Michelin on Saturday still searching for a win after four straight defeats, but with a measure of relief after Director of Rugby…

Japan Rugby League One: Round One – 2025/26 Season launches with star-studded weekend

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Japan Rugby League One is back this weekend, and if there’s one man determined to prove he’s still box-office, it’s TJ Perenara. At 33, the former All Blacks scrum-half is…

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5 Last Rugby Players to be Nominated for BBC Sports Personality of the Year – Ellie Kildunne makes 2025 short-list

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Red Roses and Harlequins Women’s superstar Ellie Kildunne, was today announced upon the short-list of the 2025 BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award. The England fullback played an integral…

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All Blacks star set to make first Champions Cup start this weekend

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Rieko Ioane will make his first Leinster start on Friday night as Leo Cullen rings the changes for the Champions Cup clash with Leicester Tigers. Join RUCK’s Instagram broadcast channel…

Kevin Sinfield is ‘ineligible’ for Knighthood due to stupid reason

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Kevin Sinfield’s latest superhuman effort for Motor Neurone Disease has reignited nationwide calls for him to be knighted — with Piers Morgan among the high-profile voices demanding action. Yet despite…

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Red Roses superstar Ellie Kildunne nominated for BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award

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Red Roses World Cup hero Ellie Kildunne has been shortlisted for the 2025 BBC Sports Personality of the Year, becoming the first female rugby player in history to make the…

“Finished” – Five players who won’t play for England again

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International careers rarely end with a curtain call; more often, they fade quietly as circumstances shift. For a handful of England players, the door may now be closing—whether through moves…

Wednesday, Dec 10

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Leicester Tigers announce handful of contract extensions – including international prop and England hopeful

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Leicester Tigers have announced that Emeka Ilione has signed a new deal with the club, alongside talented youngsters George Pearson, Harry Palmer, Ollie Allan, Charlie Titcombe and Will Wand, while…

“Emotional occasion” – Ross Byrne: Ex-Leinster man to lead Gloucester in clash with old rivals Munster at GAA stronghold

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Ross Byrne is set to face an old foe this weekend, as he leads a Gloucester side over to Cork to take on Munster this Saturday. Having been a stalwart…

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“I accept guilt” – STATEMENT: Eben Etzebeth speaks out about eye gouge incident vs Wales

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South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth has given his first official statement, following his sending off against Wales in the final weekend of the 2025 Quilter Nations Series. Etzebeth has been…

CHAMP: Ealing Trailfinders confirm double signing of New Zealand stars

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Ealing Trailfinders have reinforced their forward pack with two significant additions from New Zealand, confirming the arrivals of back-rower Harry Taylor and tighthead prop PJ Sheck ahead of the next…

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Champions Cup Round 2: Five games to watch

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Round 1 of the Champions Cup delivered everything supporters hoped for—quality rugby, big individual performances and a handful of early surprises that shook up the pools. With momentum swinging and…

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2029 Lions Fixtures Revealed – Andy Farrell set to take charge again

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The Lions are set to break new ground in 2029 — with a potential stop in the United States on the cards as part of their tour to New Zealand. In a major…

QUIZ: Can you name the top 10 appearance makers in Champions Cup history?

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Think you know the players who’ve stood the test of time on Europe’s biggest stage? From record-setting veterans to relentless ever-presents, this quiz will test how well you remember the…

Northampton Saints confirm contract extensions for three coaches – Including Phil Dowson

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Northampton Saints have secured long-term continuity at the top of their coaching department, with Director of Rugby Phil Dowson, Head Coach Sam Vesty, and Coach James Craig all signing new…

“Leicester stunned by Rieko Ioane” – 5 Bold Predictions for Investec Champions Cup Round 2

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By Harvey Allen The Champions Cup came back with a bang. Some teams had huge statement wins, whilst some tightly contested fixtures went down to the wire. Looking ahead to another…

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Connacht’s Redeveloped Dexcom Stadium to host Ireland match in 2026 Six Nations

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Connacht Rugby and the IRFU have confirm that Dexcom Stadium will host the Guinness Women’s Six Nations clash between Ireland and Italy on Saturday 18th April (k/o 5.40pm). The fixture…

RUCK’s Team of 2025 – Part 2: Forwards

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With just a few weeks left of 2025, it’s time to review the past 12 months of rugby action and pick out the best players of the year. Following on…

The top five leagues in the world (Ranked 5-1)

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Rugby fans love to debate which league truly sits on top, and with good reason—each competition brings its own charm, quirks, strengths, and shortcomings. From playing style to atmosphere, no…

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Jack Willis to Return to England Ahead of Rugby World Cup

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Jack Willis strode to the stage at the iconic Paris venue of L’Olympia on Monday to accept the Top 14 Player of the Year award, cementing his status as one of…

Monday, Dec 8

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Why fans are so divided towards Owen Farrell

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Owen Farrell has a way of splitting opinions that few modern rugby players manage. Whenever he finds himself in a pressure moment or stands in front of the cameras, the…

Team of the Week: EPCR Challenge Cup Round 1

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The opening round of the 2025/26 EPCR Challenge Cup is done and dusted, with the cross-continental competition up and running for another exciting season in the second tier. Whilst the…

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Sharks in shock as Springboks duo set for exit – Siya Kolisi eyes up Japan switch

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The Hollywoodbets Sharks are bracing for a major double blow, with reports that two South Africa internationals will be departing at the end of the season. Springboks captain Siya Kolisi…

“Best tackle I’ve seen in 10 Years” – WATCH: NFL Commentator stunned by ‘standard’ rugby tackle

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A clip of a tackle in an American Football match gone viral across social media, thanks to the ‘over the top’ commentary that accompanies the video. The clip in question…

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Team of the Week: Investec Champions Cup Round 1

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The opening weekend of a fresh Investec Champions Cup campaign is in the books. The stage has been set for the pinnacle competition of club rugby, with an enticing opening…

Henry Pollock Wins Fans Over with Response to Pau Supporters’ Booing in France

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George Hendy’s try four minutes from time handed Northampton Saints a dramatic 35-27 Champions Cup win over Pau, but the real story was England back-rower Henry Pollock—even though he started on the bench. The…