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Thursday, May 16

20

If football can ditch referee technology, why can’t rugby?

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With the Premier League forced to reevaluate the use of the Video Assistant Referee in the wake of Wolves’ stunner of an announcement on Wednesday, bidding to scrap the system after five years, what better time for rugby union to…

Wednesday, May 15

04

Wales international warns fans will walk away from Welsh rugby unless something is done now

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Former Wales centre Tom Shanklin has called on the Welsh Rugby Union to show some vision or risk turning more fans away from the game in this country. All four Welsh sides lost in the United Rugby Championship on the weekend. According to…

Tuesday, May 14

02

Rugby Union Weekly

www.bbc.co.uk

Ashy, Ugo and Sara look ahead to final round of the Premiership season.

Monday, May 13

17

10 best rugby union players in the world right now [Ranked]

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In the bustling landscape of rugby talent today, pinpointing the top players is no easy feat. Yet, the Radio Times has taken on the challenge, aiming to craft a definitive list of the current top 10 rugby stars globally. Join the RUCK’s…

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10 best rugby union players in the world right now [Ranked]

www.ruck.co.uk

In the bustling landscape of rugby talent today, pinpointing the top players is no easy feat. Yet, the Radio Times has taken on the challenge, aiming to craft a definitive…

11

'I had my time' - All Blacks captain Cane to step away from international rugby

www.eurosport.com

"New Zealand rugby union captain Sam Cane will step away from the international game at the end of 2024, when he will take up a three-year contract with Suntory Goliath in Japan. The flanker hopes to play a part in this summer\u0027s Tests…

Friday, May 10

World Rugby reduce scrums among number of major new laws, David Flatman slams changes

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In a bid to enhance the spectacle of rugby union, World Rugby has unveiled a trio of law amendments set to come into force from July 1, with England’s upcoming…

08

Taiwan rugby eyes return to glory days and challenging Asia’s elite with Unions Cup in Singapore next month

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Taiwan were once consistently among the top four teams, but have languished in lower echelons since 2008. Unions Cup in Singapore represents chance to restore programme.

Thursday, May 9

23

The list of WORST rugby union stadiums, TWO Six Nations venues included

www.ruck.co.uk

LiveRugbyTickets discovered the worst rugby stadiums in the world by analysing more than 15,000 TripAdvisor reviews for 40 different grounds. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight…

20

15 more of the biggest transfer flops in rugby union history

www.rugbypass.com

After releasing the first part of our worst signings in rugby history series, we opened the doors for readers' suggestions to go alongside those that didn’t make our initial list.

18

RFU warn England rugby star Billy Vunipola after Mallorca arrest

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Saracens and England star Billy Vunipola has been given a formal warning by the Rugby Football Union (RFU) following his arrest in Mallorca last month."We have also considered the apologies Billy has provided, his clear contrition and the…

09

New Zealand Rugby: Early homecoming for Richie Mo'unga still on the cards

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The national union's general manager of professional rugby, Chris Lendrum, provided some clarity on where the situation currently sits.

Wednesday, May 8

06

New Zealand Warriors claim 'unprecedented influx' in rugby union signings

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The rise in popularity of the New Zealand Warriors has lead to an 'unprecedented influx' in the number of former schoolboy rugby union players signing with the club.

05

Louis Rees-Zammit quit rugby for NFL and Kansas City Chiefs after 'sacrifice' from father

www.mirror.co.uk

Louis Rees-Zammit made the shock decision to quit rugby union and join the NFL back in January, and the Wales star has now explained the emotional reason behind his switch

Tuesday, May 7

01

Rugby Union Weekly: Leinster have it all Toulouse

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Danny, Ugo and Chris look back at a captivating semi-final weekend in Europe.

Monday, May 6

23

Portugal Rugby international Pierre-Mathieu Fernandes has died aged 22

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The Portuguese Rugby Union and CS Vienne have sadly announced the passing of Pierre Mathieu-Fernandes after a tragic car accident this past Saturday. The official statement from Club Sportif Vienne…

14

OTD – Declan Kidney takes step up into Test rugby

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Declan Kidney was appointed head coach of the Ireland rugby union team on this day in 2008. The 48-year-old was Munster director of rugby.

Friday, May 3

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Thursday, May 2

12

Ex-Lions rugby union star bids to grow Rugby League in Wales through new role

www.totalrl.com

WALES Rugby League have made former Wales and British and Irish Lions rugby union star Richard Hibbard their new chief executive and they are confident...

11

U20 Rugby Championship New Zealand U20 vs South Africa U20 Rugby Union fixture

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64 Substitution on New Zealand U20 sub Josh Whaanga comes onto the field. 64 Substitution off Aki Tuivailala departs for New Zealand U20. 64 Substitution on New Zealand U20 sub Cameron Christie comes onto the field. 64 Substitution off…