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Back-to-back wins for Rebels
A 77th-minute penalty from Kurtley Beale saw the Rebels claim a 32-31 win over the Force in a result that lifts them to tenth in the standings.
Full StoryLeinster lauded by McLaughlin
Ulster boss Brian McLaughlin hailed Heineken Cup champions Leinster after his side lost out 42-14 in a one-sided final on Saturday.
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Japan won the Asian Five Nations title after beating Hong Kong 67-0 to remain unbeaten in the five-year history of the competition.
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Former France international Philippe Berot has been confirmed as the new back-line coach for Italy, it was announced on Saturday.
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Fly-half Quade Cooper was pleased with his successful return to competitive rugby during the Reds’ victory over the Lions in Brisbane.
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Four candidates are still in the running to fill the vacant head coaching position at Aviva Premiership heavyweight club Gloucester.
Full StoryNarrow win for Stormers
The Stormers moved to the top of the Super Rugby standings after overcoming the Waratahs 19-13 in a dour affair at Newlands.
Full StoryLeinster retain Heineken Cup
Leinster became only the second team to win successive Heineken Cups after dominating Ulster 42-14 at Twickenham on Saturday.
Full StorySharks do the business in Bloem
The Sharks’ recent resurgence continued when they claimed a deserved 34-20 win over the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
Full StoryBack-row worry for Bulls
Bulls duo CJ Stander and Dewald Potgieter will undergo scans to confirm their participation for the last week of their tour in New Zealand.
Full StoryHooper in hot water
Brumbies flank Michael Hooper has been cited for his tip tackle on Hurricanes number eight Victor Vito.
Full StoryMcGahan wants Wallabies to be ruthless
Australia’s new coaching co-ordinator, Tony McGahan, wants to add a cut-throat edge to the Wallabies’ style of play.
Full StoryBiarritz win Amlin Challenge Cup
Biarritz scrum-half Dimitri Yachvili won the kicking duel against Toulon’s Jonny Wilkinson to help his side claim the Amlin Challenge Cup.
Full StoryWannenburg chases unique double
Ulster number eight Pedrie Wannenburg is relishing the prospect of facing Leinster in Saturday’s Heineken Cup final at Twickenham.
Full StoryCroft remaining upbeat
Tom Croft will miss out on the Premiership final and England’s tour to South Africa due to injury, but he is trying to stat positive.
Full StoryPreview: Western Force v Rebels
These two are traditionally Australia’s two weakest franchises and will be keen to avoid the wooden spoon on the table this year.
Full StoryJane sweating over injury
With the All Blacks’ first Test of the year just three weeks away, Cory Jane’s participation could be in doubt due to an ankle injury.
Full StoryHand-to-hand combat for Ross
Leinster prop Mike Ross expects a battle of titanic proportions with Ulster in Saturday’s Heineken Cup Final at Twickenham.
Full StoryHEC preview: Leinster v Ulster
All eyes will be on Twickenham on Saturday as an all-Irish final between Leinster and Ulster decides who will lift the Heineken Cup.
Full StoryBrumbies take the spoils in Wellington
The Brumbies fought back to beat the ‘Canes 37-25 and dealt their hosts what could be a major blow in the race for the top six.
Full StoryArmitage keen to end title drought
Steffon Armitage is hopeful that Toulon will claim their maiden European title on Friday, a feat which would be his first taste of silverware.
Full StoryNo deal has been done – SBW
Sonny Bill Williams insists that he has not yet decided whether his future lies in rugby union or in the National Rugby League.
Full StoryACC preview: Toulon v Biarritz
Friday’s Amlin Challenge Cup Final between Biarritz and Toulon at Twickenham Stoop will culminate in a first European title for the victor.
Full StoryWeepu to drop weight or drop out
Piri Weepu has been told that if does not reach a goal weight by next week he will not be considered for All Black selection in June.
Full StorySuper Rugby predictions: Round 13
It is that time of the week again when ‘Orrible Punt arrives in the Planet Rugby hot-seat to give readers his Super Rugby predictions.
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