Weepu 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.

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Super 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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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.

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Agen part ways with Scelzo

Veteran Argentinian and former Clermont prop Martín Scelzo has been released by Top 14 outfit Agen, it has been confirmed.

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New 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.

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Shingler 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.

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Will 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.

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Mike Tindall not on Stuart Lancaster’s radar as England look to 2015 Rugby World Cup

Stuart Lancaster says it’s “unlikely” centre will play again for England as he is named in the Barbarians squad.

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Rugby webchat with Will Greenwood

Join Telegraph rugby columnist for a live webchat ahead of this weekend’s Heineken Cup final.

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Forum upgrade – May 17

We’re upgrading today so things may not work for a bit. Should be fixed up soon though
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Aviva Premiership semi-finals highlights wrap-up

Leicester Tigers and Harlequins will contest the Aviva Premiership Final on May 26th following their semi-final victories over the weekend. The Tigers are favourites for many, but Harlequins don’t see it that way.
A late try from Harlequins prop Joe Marler sealed a 25-23 win over Northampton Saints at The Stoop on Saturday, setting them [...]

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Barrett benched for Brumbies clash

Hurricanes fly-half Beauden Barrett has been relegated to the bench for Friday’s Super Rugby meeting with the Brumbies.

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Super 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.

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A mighty battle

Leinster may have set the standard, but Stuart Barnes says think twice before betting against Ulster.

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Harlequins complete journey from pariahs to genuine contenders under Conor O’Shea’s skilful guidance

Mick Cleary: Under skilful guidance of coach Conor O’Shea, Harlequins have gone from pariahs to brink of Premiership title.

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Heineken Cup final: Will Greenwood vs the clock

Will Greenwood tests himself against the clock ahead of Heineken Cup final between Leinster and Ulster.

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2015 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.

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Lack 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.

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Elsom set for bench role

Rocky Elsom looks set to be dropped for the Waratahs clash against the Stormers despite a top showing last week.

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Forbes looks for longevity

Kiwi Sevens legend DJ Forbes is contemplating giving up the fifteen man game completely in order to prolong his career.

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ERC 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.

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England 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.

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Ireland 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.

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Double 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.

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School of Hard Knocks 2012 – Episodes 3 & 4 (Finale)

Today we complete the School of Hard Knocks with the final two episodes, as well as some updates, and a chat to one of the participants. It was a fantastic eight week-long project, and has yet again made genuine changes to the lives of those involved.
If you haven’t watched the show yet, go ahead [...]

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