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Two changes for Sharks
Sharks coach John Plumtree has decided to make two changes to the team that smashed the Force for their clash with the Cheetahs.
Full StoryAgen part ways with Scelzo
Veteran Argentinian and former Clermont prop Martín Scelzo has been released by Top 14 outfit Agen, it has been confirmed.
Full StoryNew contract for Mallinder
Northampton were given a boost after rugby director Jim Mallinder signed a deal, which keeps him at the club until at least 2015.
Full StoryShingler switches focus to Exiles
Having had his hopes of playing for Scotland extinguished by the IRB, Steven Shingler says his focus is now solely on London Irish.
Full StoryWill it be two more medals for Thorn?
Brad Thorn is 160 minutes away from possibly adding Heineken Cup and RaboDirect Pro12 winners medals to his impressive collection.
Full StoryBarrett benched for Brumbies clash
Hurricanes fly-half Beauden Barrett has been relegated to the bench for Friday’s Super Rugby meeting with the Brumbies.
Full StorySuper Cooper returns for Reds
Wallabies star Quade Cooper will start his first game in nearly seven months on Saturday when he lines up against the Lions.
Full Story2015 World Cup set for September
The 2015 Rugby World Cup in England will begin on September 18, with the final set for Twickenham on October 31.
Full StoryLack of versatility cost Taylor
All Black selector Grant Fox says that Ben Smith’s versatility saw him edge Andre Taylor out of the All Blacks’ training squad.
Full StoryElsom set for bench role
Rocky Elsom looks set to be dropped for the Waratahs clash against the Stormers despite a top showing last week.
Full StoryForbes looks for longevity
Kiwi Sevens legend DJ Forbes is contemplating giving up the fifteen man game completely in order to prolong his career.
Full StoryERC reveal Player of the Year shortlist
Two Ulstermen, two Leinster stars and a lone Englishman have been included in the ERC European Player of the Year shortlist.
Full StoryEngland call up Burns, Wigglesworth
England have called up four new players to their 27-man squad named ahead of the clash with the Barbarians at Twickenham on 27 May.
Full StoryIreland name seven new caps
Ireland boss Declan Kidney has included seven new faces – four of whom are front-rowers – in his squad to face the Barbarians.
Full StoryDouble goal for Biarritz
Friday’s Challenge Cup Final against Toulon will not only make or break Biarritz’s season, it’ll also determine their prospects next term.
Full StorySeven new faces in Italy squad
Italy coach Jacques Brunel on Monday named seven new caps in a 30-strong squad for the June tour of the Americas.
Full StoryWales staff impressed with Biggar
Wales coaches Rob Howley and Neil Jenkins have hailed the growing maturity and attacking prowess of Ospreys fly-half Dan Biggar.
Full StoryDublin to host 2013 European finals
Dublin will hots the Heineken Cup and Amlin Challenge Cup Finals in May 2013 the ERC announced on Monday.
Full StorySuper Rugby: Team of the Week
Now that the dust has settled in the southern hemisphere, we look at the players who stole the show in Round Twelve of Super Rugby.
Full StoryParisse ruled out of Italy tour
Italy will be without skipper Sergio Parisse for their June Tests against Argentina, Canada and the USA it was confirmed on Monday.
Full StoryStade Français axe Cheika
Michael Cheika will not coach French giants Stade Français next season, it was revealed on Monday.
Full StorySaints must work on BMT – Wilson
Northampton number eight Roger Wilson believes his side’s inability to deal with pressure situations is costing them big games.
Full StoryCruel blow for Faumuina
An untimely calf injury means that Blues prop Charlie Faumuina will not take an active part in the upcoming All Blacks training camps.
Full StoryFour newcomers in Wales squad
Rob Howley has named four uncapped players in his training squad for the match against the Barbarians and the tour to Australia.
Full StoryQuins prepare in Abu Dhabi
The Harlequins players and coaches fly to Abu Dhabi on Tuesday to preparation for next week’s Aviva Premiership Final.
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