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Sunday, May 17

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Scott Hastings dead at 61: Rugby legend passes away with Scotland ‘immensely saddened’

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SCOTTISH rugby is deep in mourning after it was announced legend Scott Hastings has died at the age of 61. Hastings was part of the last Scottish team to win a Grand Slam when they triumphed in the 1990 Five Nations. More to follow... For…

Saturday, May 16

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England rugby World Cup winner, 26, issues fierce warning ahead of historic 42,000-crowd decider

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ELLIE KILDUNNE will never hit her peak. But that is only because every time she achieves her goals, she sets new ones. That goes for her sport, too, as this year’s Six Nations reaches a dramatic climax, having pushed women’s rugby on to…

Wednesday, May 13

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‘I deeply regret my behaviour’ – Former England coach Eddie Jones banned from rugby and forced to take pay cut

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THE former England head coach Eddie Jones has been suspended from Japan's national team over an alleged disciplinary breach. Jones, 66, has been ordered to stay away from the training ground and matches after being forced to accept a…

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Former international rugby union captain slapped with massive 11-YEAR ban in bizarre urine-swapping scandal

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EX-GEORGIA rugby captain Merab Sharikadze has been banned from all sport for 11 YEARS. The hefty sanction was handed down after "the most extensive anti-doping investigation ever undertaken" in the sport, according to World Rugby.…

Monday, May 11

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Legendary BBC commentator, 64, announces retirement after becoming a referee

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LONG-SERVING rugby commentator Brian Moore has announced his upcoming retirement. Former England hooker Moore, 64, will call his country's clash with France this Sunday in a huge Women's Six Nations decider. But the final whistle will mark…

Monday, May 4

12

See England at the Rugby World Cup 2027 in Australia with flights from UK plus 14 nights in top hotels

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ENGLAND fans can now book the bucket-list trip to the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. There is no better way to witness the drama than with an official travel package that places you right at the heart of the action in October and…

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Six Nations tickets for Ireland’s game v Italy in Rome with flights & 3 nights hotel from £949pp

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THE 2027 Six Nations will see Ireland fans enjoy the competition's most exotic away day to Rome to face Italy. The mouthwater game is scheduled for Saturday February 13 in week two of the annual tournament - one that will carry added…

Saturday, May 2

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Ireland rugby star Robbie Henshaw carted off on stretcher in very scary scenes after nasty collision

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RUGBY star Robbie Henshaw was stretchered off after suffering a nasty collision. The Irishman was in action for Leinster in the Champions Cup semi-final against Toulon. Henshaw, 32, saw his time on the pitch cut short after colliding with…

Thursday, Apr 30

16

England rugby star slapped with three-game ban for striking ‘friend’ and issues grovelling apology

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ENGLAND rugby star Ethan Roots has been banned for three games after leaving Jack Innard concussed on Sunday. Exeter flanker Roots had struck Innard, who he calls a "friend", during his team's 34-31 defeat to Gloucester at Kingsholm. The…

Saturday, Apr 25

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‘Calculated risks’ – Ex-England rugby star left paralysed after horror scrum collapse reveals heroic London Marathon bid

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MATT HAMPSON accepts he is taking a “calculated risk” as he tries to complete the London Marathon in a wheelchair, which he brands as “my Everest”. Yet the former rugby professional – who will be supported in the race by jump jockey legend…

Friday, Apr 24

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French Rugby Federation charged with MANSLAUGHTER over death of star, 17, who disappeared at sea during training camp

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THE FRENCH RUGBY FEDERATION has been indicted for manslaughter following the tragic death of a 17-year-old player who perished during a training camp. Medhi Narjissi disappeared at sea in 2024 while taking part in a recovery session…

Thursday, Apr 23

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British and Irish Lions ‘exploring major touring shake-up with USA and Japan on list of new destinations’

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THE BRITISH and Irish Lions are sensationally considering ditching their traditional schedule to tour France, America and Japan. According to reports, the famous mixed rugby side could be heading to new frontiers as part of a radical shake…

Sunday, Apr 19

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Premier League owners on brink of buying Exeter Chiefs rugby club with fourth team set to be added to portfolio

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PREMIER League billionaires are set to take over rugby union's Exeter Chiefs. Bournemouth's owners Black Knight Football Club - who are worth £2billion - are closing in on a deal with the Gallagher Prem side. Exeter members will vote in an…

Monday, Apr 13

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England rugby star & Kirsty Gallacher’s ex-husband ‘penniless & sleeping in car after losing £450k due to head injuries’

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FORMER England rugby ace Paul Sampson says he was left penniless and sleeping in his car after claiming head injuries made him vulnerable to a devastating £450k scam. Sampson, who won three England caps and was previously married to Kirsty…

Tuesday, Mar 31

11

Eddie Hearn unveils Matchroom masterplan to transform another sport with new signing ‘on every chat show’

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EDDIE HEARN plans to make Henry Pollock a mainstream celebrity after adding the England rugby star to his growing number of clients. UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall was the first signing to Matchoom’s newly launched Talent Agency…

Saturday, Mar 28

18

England’s 2003 World Cup-winning icons reunite to compete in emotional 60-mile bike race to fight motor neurone disease

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SIX England 2003 World Cup winners, including Lewis Moody, cycled to Villa Park to raise money for the Motor Neurone disease cause. A group of rugby legends donned lycra and riding helmets in a head-to-head team cycle race on Saturday…

Shock moment head coach shoves TNT Sports host and unleashes X-rated rant after ex-EFL star’s nightmare punditry debut

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LEICESTER TIGERS head coach Geoff Parling shoved TNT Sports host Craig Doyle ahead of his side's clash with Gloucester at Villa Park. Parling, 42, was furious after a ball was kicked towards the posts where his players were doing their…

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ITV pundit begins new role in hospital trauma department after finishing Six Nations duties

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JAMIE ROBERTS has gone from analysing action at the Six Nations to preparing to save lives after returning to the day job. The rugby legend, 39, has begun working as a junior doctor since walking away from the sport. The 94-cap Wales icon…

Friday, Mar 27

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‘Amazing’ new 30,000-seater stadium opens 15 years after devastating earthquake left World Cup host city in ruins

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THE stunning new Te Kaha stadium has been officially opened in Christchurch. Boasting a 30,000 capacity, the £300million ground marks a significant moment in the rebuilding of the New Zealand city following the earthquake there 15 years…

Saturday, Mar 21

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Rugby star suffers sickening injury with front teeth HANGING out of mouth in brutal collision which saw him sin-binned

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NEWCASTLE RED BULLS star Sammy Arnold suffered a horrific mouth injury that SHATTERED his teeth. Arnold, 29, played for Newcastle in a dramatic rugby union clash that saw them lose 28-27 to Northampton Saints at Franklin's Gardens. But the…

Wednesday, Mar 18

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English club becomes one of world’s richest after takeover by new owner worth £21BILLION

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TECH billionaire Sir James Dyson has bought half of Bath — making it one of the richest rugby union clubs in the world. Dyson, already a sponsor, will form a partnership with Bruce Craig after taking a 50 per cent stake in the Premiership…

Monday, Mar 16

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Doddie Weir’s wife Kathy rides 750 miles to present rugby match ball ahead of Ireland vs Scotland in Six Nations

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DODDIE WEIR'S wife Kathy travelled 750 miles to present the match ball to the referee ahead of Ireland vs Scotland in the Six Nations. Kathy, 55, sadly lost poor Doddie to Motor Neurone Disease in 2022. But the gutsy mother of three handed…

Sunday, Mar 15

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Top international rugby star unrecognisable in new role as a DJ before cup final live on TNT Sports

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A FORMER rugby union international stunned fans after taking up a new job. The star played as a flanker and a number eight during his playing career. Born in Bridgend, the fan favourite went on to play for Cardiff Rugby. At international…

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Fans furious at ‘unwatchable’ France vs England clash in Six Nations and ask ‘who on earth signed that off’

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RUGBY fans furiously slammed the scintillating Six Nations finale as "unwatchable". France hosted England at a raucous Stade de France with the title on the line for the hosts. Those tuning in to catch the action on TV were treated to…

Saturday, Mar 14

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France 48 England 46: Les Bleus win Six Nations with last kick of thriller to break both Irish and English hearts

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FRANCE clinched back-to-back Six Nations crowns with the very last kick of the tournament - breaking English and Irish hearts. The Red Rose arrived at the Stade de France off the back of a hat-trick of defeats to Scotland, Ireland and…

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Why are France wearing a special kit against England in the Six Nations?

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ENGLAND take on France to conclude the Six Nations in 2026 - with everything still on the line for the French. Fabien Galthie's side are on the brink of a back-to-back title, as a bonus point win could secure them the title in 2026. For…

Wales 31 Italy 17: Dragons finally end near 1,500-DAY wait for a Six Nations home win and stop 15-game losing streak

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WALES and their long-suffering supporters were in dreamland as they FINALLY ended their 15-match losing run in the Six Nations by doing a proper job on Italy. Aaron Wainwright, the Dragons' best player throughout this Championship, led the…

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France vs England live stream FREE: How to watch for NOTHING as Red Rose take on French in Paris

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ENGLAND take on France in their final Six Nations encounter of the 2026 season. Steve Borthwick once again finds himself under mounting pressure, as the Red Rose are on course to lose four of their five games this season. Their loss to…

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Can Ireland still win Six Nations 2026?

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THE Six Nations 2026 is rolling towards a thrilling conclusion - with Ireland still looking to win another title. Andy Farrell's Men in Green had won back-to-back titles in 2023 and 2024, but were denied a historic treble by France last…

Six Nations 2026 live standings: Who is leading the way for title this year?

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THE Six Nations is underway - and France are looking favourites to retain their crown in 2026! France won the 2025 tournament by a single point, and are two games away from completing a Grand Slam in 2026. England are yet to go to Paris,…