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Cokayne in for Red Roses decider

Amy Cokayne comes in for the injured Lark Atkin-Davies as England take on France in a third-consecutive Grand Slam deciding match on Saturday. The match

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Series 3, Episode 35: Grand Slam decider preview with Marlie Packer

It all comes down to this! The Women’s Six Nations is heading for an epic conclusion in Bordeaux on Saturday as England take on France,

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Kata banned for three games after Dingwall tackle

Solomone Kata has received a three-match ban for his tackle on Fraser Dingwall that saw him red carded in the East Midlands derby last weekend,

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Will A Smaller Ball Be Used in Women’s Rugby?

Could there be a big change coming in the world of women's rugby? World Rugby is looking at the possibility of using a reduced size

Wednesday, Apr 24

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Ex-Lions and Wales prop O’Shea dies at 83

Former British and Irish Lions and Wales prop John O'Shea has died aged 83 after a lengthy illness. O'Shea made five appearances for Wales across

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Wales Women’s Rugby – How to Fix after the Six Nations!

When Wales brought in a comprehensive performance last year at Cardiff, they did not expect Ireland to come out strong. Regardless of the win, it

Grace to stay at Bath until at least the end of next season

Former St Helens rugby league star Regan Grace is to stay at Bath until at least the end of the 2024/25 season after impressing coach

Scrum Down with Confidence: Why the Melbet App is Your Ultimate Choice for Rugby Betting

Rugby, a sport defined by its intensity, strategy, and raw physicality, has captured the hearts of fans around the world. For enthusiasts seeking to add

Tuesday, Apr 23

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How Crypto Partnerships are Changing the Landscape of Rugby in the UK

The world of sport has changed drastically in the 21st century, aided by technological advancements that have turned cryptocurrencies into a means of exchange that

Simon Easterby’s expertise should help to tighten up The Lions

Andy Farrell was chosen as the man to replace Warren Gatland back in January 2024 and has been tasked with leading the Lions on their

Playing Slots Strategically: Tips for Maximizing Payouts

About Slot Machines and RTP Slot machines are a staple in both online and brick-and-mortar casinos, captivating players with their dazzling graphics, exciting themes, and

Is Bench Press Good For Rugby Players?

Everyone who has watched even one game of rugby knows just how physical it is. It’s all about pushing, shoving, and throwing people back while

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Super Rugby Americas Review: Week Nine

By JOE SANTAMARIA Selknam began Round Nine of the Super Rugby Americas season with an impressive 39-15 victory over third-placed Yacare. Selknam's young fly half

Sunday, Apr 21

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Sharks battle past Quins to keep play-off hopes alive

Sale Sharks…………………………37 Tries: Curry 3, Dugdale 7, Reed 40+2, 64; Quirke 59 Conversions: Ford 4, 40+4 Penalties: Ford 16, 44 Harlequins………………………….31 Tries: Lynagh 24, 35;

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Quins duo tipped to power up England

By NICK CAIN Will Collier and Fin Baxter could galvanise the England scrum with their technique and power, according to World Cup-winning scrum coach Phil

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Be quick! McKellar’s lowdown on Leinster

By PAUL REES Northampton had the chance last night to quiz Dan McKellar about their Champions Cup semi-final opponents Leinster but, before the East Midlands

Call to give support for Worcester revival

By BEN JAYCOCK Worcester Warriors’ Supporters Trust chairman Marcus Mulcahy is frustrated at the lack of empathy and support shown by the rugby community towards

Furbank: We were spoonfed too much

By PAUL REES George Furbank feels Northampton’s rise this season is down to a pre-season meeting when the players resolved to take more responsibility. The

Exeter forward Davis shocked by cancer diagnosis

By MARK STEVENS Such is the nature of rugby union, players often tend to think lumps and bumps are part and parcel of the modern-day

Malins keen to get back into England contention

By PAUL REES Max Malins will use the closing weeks of the season to give the England selectors a nudge ahead of the summer Tests

Domachowski has his eye on top spot

By SIMON THOMAS Corey Domachowski is a man on a mission to be Wales’ number one No.1. The Cardiff prop now has 10 caps to

Johann has brought us true belief, says Bayliss

By PAUL REES Bath have turned themselves from also-rans to title contenders in less than two years under Johann van Graan and to Josh Bayliss

We knew we had to swing the bat – Porter

By PAUL REES Few gave Harlequins a chance at Bordeaux-Begles last weekend, but where there was a Will Porter there was a way. The 25-year

Brown: £3m grant will help bridge gap

By BEN JAYCOCK Shaunagh Brown questions why Wales don’t already have the basic professional requirements to compete but says the ‘levelling the playing field’ campaign

Bath agree three-year contract for Pepper

BATH have confirmed the signing of Newcastle openside Guy Pepper on a three-year deal. The 20-year-old, below, who came through the Falcons’ academy, has made

Sorrell pleased to see English clubs stand up

By BEN JAYCOCK Despite their fierce London rivalry with Harlequins, Saracens backs coach Kevin Sorrell is pleased two Premiership sides reached the last four of

Dream Team with James Flynn

The Ampthill and former Saracens, Jersey, Yorkshire Carnegie & Sale Sharks prop, chooses the best XV he has played with or against... 1. Eroni Mawi

Barrett’s Leinster move seems strange to me

JEREMY GUSCOTT OUTSPOKEN AND UNMISSABLE... EVERY WEEK JORDIE Barrett’s signing by Leinster on a six-month contract from December until the end of next season looks

McKellar: Red card was a bit strong

Leicester boss Dan McKellar claimed that centre Solomone Kata should have been shown a yellow rather than red for his high challenge on Fraser Dingwall

Tigers demolished by Saints fireworks

By ROB WILDMAN Northampton Saints..... 40pts Tries: Langdon 42, Penalty 47, R Smith 64, Hendy 68, James 74 Conversions: Furbank 64, 68 Penalties: Furbank 13,