Owen Farrell was banned for a dangerous tackle in September 2020 England captain Owen Farrell could miss the start of the Six Nations after being cited for a dangerous tackle.
Rob du Preez is the leading points scorer in the Premiership this season, taking his tally to 133 Harlequins (6) 16 Tries: Marchant, David Pens: Allan 2 Sale (14) 24
Mateo Carreras is now the Premiership's leading try-scorer with 11 Newcastle: (28) 45 Tries: Carreras 3, Chick, Blamire, Moroni Cons: Connon 6; Pen Connon Leicester: (5) 26 Tries: B Youngs,
Nick Evans played 153 matches for Harlequins England have appointed Nick Evans as attack coach on a short-term deal for the 2023 Six Nations Championship. Evans, who coaches at Premiership
Hastings featured once as a replacement during the 2022 Six Nations Scotland fly-half Adam Hastings will miss the Six Nations with a shoulder injury. The 26-year-old requires surgery after sustaining
Coaching at times is more fulfilling than playing - Sinfield England defence coach Kevin Sinfield says "friendship and memories" are more important than "money and medals" as he looks to
Siya Kolisi will continue to play for the Sharks until the end of the World Cup in October South Africa captain Siya Kolisi will join French Top 14 club Racing
Pedro Rubiolo made his senior international debut aged 19 against world champions South Africa Newcastle Falcons have signed Argentina international forward Pedro Rubiolo on a two-and-a-half year deal. Rubiolo, who
Australian winger James Ramm had only scored one Premiership try for Northampton before his double against Harlequins Northampton: (19) 46 Tries: Waller, Ramm 2, Salakaia-Loto, Furbank, Hutchinson Cons: Smith 2,
Saracens winger Sean Maitland got on the end of Owen Farrell's well-placed kick to register his side's second try Saracens (19) 35 Tries: Christie, Maitland, Riccioni, Lewington, Tompkins Cons: Farrell
Joe Marler has won 79 caps for England England and Harlequins prop Joe Marler has been charged by the Rugby Football Union over comments made to Bristol flanker Jake Heenan.
Gethin Jenkins and Stephen Jones played in Wales' Grand Slam-winning side in 2005 Wales coaches Stephen Jones and Gethin Jenkins are to leave their roles after Warren Gatland decided they
Cameron Redpath (right) is the latest Bath player to extend their contract with the club Scotland centre Cameron Redpath has signed a contract extension with Bath. The 23-year-old joined Bath
Gabriel Ibitoye's excellent finish gave Bristol a 10-point lead at half-time against Harlequins Harlequins: (5) 12 Tries: Bassett, Murley Con: Allen Bristol: (15) 15 Tries: Thacker; Ibitoye Con: MacGinty; Pen:
United Rugby Championship highlights: Dragons 24-29 Cardiff Dragons (11) 24 Tries: Dyer, Keddie Con: Hanrahan Pens: Hanrahan 4 Cardiff (14) 29 Tries: Williams 2, Adams, Domachowski Cons: Evans 3 Pen:
Anthony Watson scored his first tries in the Premiership since October Leicester: (6) 28 Tries: Porter, Watson 2 Cons: Burns 2 Pens: Burns 3 Gloucester: (8) 13 Tries: Tuisue, May
Joe Cokanasiga dotted down the first score after a neat pat-inside by Cameron Redpath for Bath Exeter (20) 20 Tries: Ewers, Slade Cons: J Simmonds 2 Pens: J Simmonds 2
Ed Slater played his last match for Gloucester in January this year Former Gloucester and Leicester lock Ed Slater, who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND), says he feels
Cherif Traore made his Italy debut in 2018 Benetton Treviso have suspended a player after prop Cherif Traore was given a rotten banana in the club's anonymous Secret Santa gift
Traore made his Italy debut in 2018 Italy international Cherif Traore says he has been the victim of "racist jokes" during Benetton Treviso's anonymous Secret Santa exchange. Traore says he
Steve Borthwick, left, won 57 England caps before retiring for playing in 2014 Sitting beside a new head coach as they faced the media at Twickenham on Monday, Bill Sweeney
'Right now, the England team is behind' - new head coach Steve Borthwick England have appointed Leicester's Steve Borthwick as new head coach of the men's national team, nine months
Steve Borthwick took over at Leicester Tigers for the 2019-20 season Leicester boss Steve Borthwick is set to be confirmed as the new England head coach, with an announcement expected
Jasper Wiese was playing in his 50th match for Leicester Tigers Leicester: (17) 23 Tries: Wiese, Montoya; Pens: Atkinson (2); Cons: Atkinson (2) Clermont-Auvergne:(6) 16 Tries: Bezy; Pens: Belleau (3);
Worcester were relegated from the Premiership on 6 October, three weeks before Wasps Worcester's application to return to professional rugby for the 2023-24 season has been rejected by the Rugby
Exeter celebrated a bonus-point win over Castres in France last week Exeter boss Rob Baxter says there must be an economic case to keep South African sides in the Champions
Bernard Laporte appeared in court on Tuesday to hear the verdict French rugby chief Bernard Laporte has been given a two-year suspended prison sentence and a 75,000 euro (£64,000) fine
Warren Gatland won three Grand Slams in his first spell as Wales coach Warren Gatland believes he can get Wales back to winning ways following his shock return as head
Thirteen clubs started the 2022-23 Premiership season, with Wasps and Worcester since being suspended and relegated after going into administration The 2024-2025 season will see a rebirth of Premiership Rugby,
Alex Lewington scored the pick of Saracens' four tries in the win over Edinburgh Saracens (12) 30 Tries: Daly, Earl, Lewington, Woolstencroft Cons: Farrell 2 Pens: Farrell 2 Edinburgh (16)
Santiago Socino scored Gloucester's third try Gloucester: (5) 22 Tries: Varney, Tuisue, Socino, Chapman; Con: Carreras Bordeaux-Begles: (17) 17 Tries: Falatea, Willis; Pen: Holmes; Cons: Holmes 2 Gloucester produced a
La Rochelle celebrate their maiden Champions Cup victory in last season's final Europe's premier tournament returns this weekend with wider horizons and fresh stars. Here is the lowdown on the
Wasps have not played at the CBS Arena since 9 October, the 40-36 home loss to Northampton Wasps had debts totalling £95m when the club went into administration, reports by
Jones won 73% of Tests during his time in charge of England - a higher percentage than any of his predecessors It ended a bit like it began, with Eddie
Eddie Jones won his first 17 Tests in charge of England England have sacked Eddie Jones, leaving the team without a head coach nine months before the Rugby World Cup.
Wayne Pivac (left) won 13 of his 34 Tests in charge of Wales before being succeeded by his predecessor, Warren Gatland (right) Wayne Pivac has left his position as Wales
Sbu Nkosi could not tour Europe with South Africa in November because of a rib injury South Africa's World Cup winner Sbu Nkosi has been reported missing by his club
James Stokes stretched over to score London Irish's first try London Irish (13) 39 Tries: Stokes, Jackson, Luna 2, Coleman Cons: Jackson 4 Pens: Jackson 2 Newcastle Falcons (7) 17
Eddie Jones was appointed England head coach in November 2015 England head coach Eddie Jones will know by the middle of next week if he is going to be sacked,
Tony Rowe (left) has been instrumental in building the off-field foundations to allow director of rugby Rob Baxter to lead Exeter to two domestic titles and a European Champions Cup
Lillicrap will continue playing for Gloucester-Hartpury in the Allianz Premier 15s despite stepping away from Test rugby Wales captain Siwan Lillicrap has retired from the international game a month after
Jones succeeded Stuart Lancaster after England's pool-stage exit from the 2015 Rugby World Cup England coach Eddie Jones must win over disenchanted fans if he is survive a period of
There have been complaints of long in-game stoppages at the autumn series A countdown 'shot clock' timer on scrums, line-outs and kicks at goal could be introduced to help speed
After England's defeat by South Africa, the Rugby Football Union has to take a long, hard look at the team and coaching set-up and ask itself a simple question: are
Erasmus has been a fixture at Springboks training this week, but is unable to take part in the matchday set-up Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 26 November Kick-off: 17:30 GMT
Jamie George will win his 72nd cap when England play South Africa Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 26 November Kick-off: 17:30 GMT Coverage: Live text commentary on the BBC Sport
Freeman was in the starting line-up for both of England's victories over Australia in the summer Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 26 November Kick-off: 17:30 GMT Coverage: Live text commentary
Tizard crossed London from Harlequins to rivals Saracens in the summer Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 26 November Kick-off: 17:30 GMT Coverage: Live text commentary on the BBC Sport website
Erasmus posted a string of tweets reviewing incidents from the Springboks losses to Ireland and France earlier this month Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 26 November Kick-off: 17:30 GMT Coverage:
Rassie Erasmus "doesn't agree" with his latest punishment, according to World Rugby chief executive Alan Gilpin Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 26 November Kick-off: 17:30 GMT Coverage: Live text commentary
Will Stuart saluted the crowd after his two tries helped England snatch a draw England head coach Eddie Jones praised his "finishers" after a stunning late comeback secured a dramatic
Jac Morgan scored twice for Wales, but was denied a hat-trick by a knock on Wales (12) 12 Tries: Morgan 2 Cons: Priestland Georgia (3) 13 Try: Todua Cons: Abzhandadze
Dec 2012: England 38-21 New Zealand highlights Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 19 November Kick-off: 17:30 GMT Coverage: Live text commentary on the BBC Sport website and app, updates on
Owen Farrell led out England as captain for the first time in a defeat by France in March 2018 Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 19 November Kick-off: 17:30 GMT Coverage:
Courtney Lawes has been unable to play for months because of a head injury Players should be limited to 30 'game involvements' per season in order to prevent a "significantly
Ross Byrne was last capped by Ireland in the 2021 Six Nations win over England Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin Date: Saturday, 19 November Kick-off: 20:00 GMT Coverage: Live on BBC
The audience for England's World Cup final defeat against New Zealand peaked at 1.7 million on ITV England captain Sarah Hunter said the latest Rugby World Cup made her feel
After England lost the Rugby World Cup final against New Zealand, I just felt empty. There were a lot of people crying and a lot of tears. We were at
New Zealand beat England in dramatic World Cup final England captain Sarah Hunter says that Rugby World Cup final defeat by New Zealand cannot diminish the impact of the Red
England v New Zealand Rugby World Cup final could be a classic - Scarratt Venue: Eden Park, Auckland Date: Saturday, 12 November Kick-off: 06:30 GMT Coverage: Listen on BBC Radio
Van Poortvliet came off the bench to score one of England's two tries against Argentina Venue: Twickenham Date: Saturday 12 November Kick-off: 15:15 GMT Coverage: Live text commentary on BBC
Emily Scarratt was World Rugby player of the year in 2019 Venue: Eden Park, Auckland Date: Saturday, 12 November Kick-off: 06:30 GMT Coverage: Listen on BBC Radio 5 Live; follow
Jones has banked on the partnership between Marcus Smith and Owen Farrell (centre) as the long-term answer for England's backline Date: Saturday, 12 November Kick-off: 15:15 GMT Venue: Twickenham Stadium
Murray was forced off in the first half of Ireland's 19-16 victory over South Africa Scrum-half Conor Murray has been ruled out of the rest of Ireland's autumn campaign after
Scotland laboured to victory over Fiji in Finn Russell's absence On Saturday evening, a few hours after Scotland had toiled in victory against Fiji, Racing 92 took to the field
Rugby World Cup highlights: England through to World Cup final A Rugby World Cup semi-final at fabled Test venue Eden Park; a tight scoreline; six tries, one of which was
Coles, who can also play flanker, has scored three tries in seven appearances for Northampton this season Date: Sunday, 6 November Kick-off: 14:15 GMT Venue: Twickenham Stadium Coverage: Live text
Rio Dyer has scored nine tries in 35 appearances for Dragons Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Date: Saturday, 5 November Kick-off: 15:15 GMT Coverage: Live text, report and reaction on the
Venue: Eden Park, Auckland Date: Saturday, 5 November Kick-off: 03:30 GMT Coverage: Live commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live; live text commentary on BBC Sport website and app. Preparing for
Blair Kinghorn's late penalty drifted wide as Scotland suffered a series-opening defeat at Murrayfield on Saturday Scotland coach Gregor Townsend is under "mounting pressure" after omitting Finn Russell and starting
Flanker Marlie Packer scored a hat-trick in England's quarter-final win against Australia Venue: Eden Park, Auckland Date: Saturday, 5 November Kick-off: 03:30 GMT Coverage: Listen on BBC Radio 5 Live;
Wasps had been due to host Newcastle on Sunday before they were suspended from the Premiership Wasps' joint administrators say they have accepted an offer to buy the financially stricken
Portia Woodman scored four tries against Wales at the 2021 Rugby World Cup New Zealand (26) 55 Tries: Woodman 2, Tui, Hirini, Rule, Connor 2, A Bremner, Demant Cons: Demant
Sarah Hunter was England captain when the side lost to New Zealand in the 2017 World Cup final Venue: Waitakere Stadium, Auckland Date: Sunday, 30 October Kick-off: 01:30 BST Coverage:
Steve Diamond took charge of first-team affairs in January, having first arrived at Sixways in November 2021 Ex-Worcester Warriors director of rugby Steve Diamond is at the head of one
Venue: Waitakere Stadium, Auckland Date: Sunday, 30 October Kick-off: 01:30 BST Coverage: Listen on BBC Radio 5 Live; follow live text commentary on the BBC Sport website and app. A
Ospreys captain Justin Tipuric has played 85 internationals for Wales and one Test for the British and Irish Lions Ospreys flanker Justin Tipuric will replace Dan Biggar as Wales captain
Saracens captain Owen Farrell left the field on the hour mark after suffering a concussion on Saturday Owen Farrell is one of three withdrawals from the England squad for their
Marlie Packer was part of the England team that won the World Cup in 2014 Marlie Packer promises tournament favourites England will only gain more momentum as they head into
Jade Konkel-Roberts has started all three of Scotland's World Cup games New Zealand: (57) Tries: Holmes 2, Leti-l'iga, Hirini, Mikaele-Tu'u, Fitzpatrick, Wickliffe 2, Roos; Cons: Holmes 6. Scotland: (0)
Marlie Packer, pictured here with son Oliver, has 85 England caps Venue: Waitakere Stadium, Auckland Date: Sunday 23 October Kick-off: 05:45 BST Coverage: Live commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live,
Wales' Williams-Morris aiming to make her mark Venue: Northland Events Centre, Whangarei Date: Saturday, 22 October Kick-off: 02:15 BST Coverage: Live BBC Radio Wales Extra commentary on BBC Sport website
McKenna has won 42 caps for England since making her debut back in 2011 Venue: Waitakere Stadium, Auckland Date: Sunday 23 October Kick-off: 05:45 BST Coverage: Live commentary on BBC
Dan Biggar will leave Northampton at the end of the 2022-23 season Wales v New Zealand: Sat, 5 Nov; 15:15 GMT at Principality Stadium, Cardiff Wales v Argentina: Sat, 12
Slade has 41 Test caps for England England head coach Eddie Jones has left Henry Slade out of his 36-man squad for the autumn internationals. Centre Slade missed the 2-1
Portia Woodman looks to take on Wales' Natalia John Wales (7) 12 Tries: F Lewis, Harries Con: Snowsill New Zealand (22) 56 Tries: C Bremner, Woodman 2, Brunt 2, Fitzpatrick,
Emily Scarratt scored England's only try France: (0) 7 Try: Hermet; Con: Drouin England: (10) 13 Try: Scarratt; Pens: Scarratt 2; Con: Scarratt England continued their successful start to the
England captain Sarah Hunter will become the side's joint most-capped player when she earns her 137th cap on Saturday Date: Saturday, 15 October Kick-off: 08:00 BST Venue: Northland Events Centre,
Sarah Hunter made her England debut in 2007 Date: Saturday, 15 October Kick-off: 08:00 BST Venue: Northland Events Centre, Whangarei Coverage: Radio commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Sounds
Harry Randall was forced off shortly before half-time in his side's defeat against Exeter on Friday Bristol scrum-half Harry Randall will miss England's autumn Tests after suffering a serious hamstring
I have already spoken about how proud I am to have been selected for my first World Cup, but not long after arriving in New Zealand it felt like that
Rugby World Cup: Late penalty seals Wales win over Scotland in thriller Wales: (15) 18 Tries: Butchers, Powell Con: Snowsill Pens: Snowsill, Bevan Scotland: (5) 15 Tries: Skeldon, Gaffney 2
England have never scored more tries or points in a World Cup game than they did against Fiji England's Rugby World Cup campaign has begun in style. The Red Roses
Rugby World Cup: England dominate with 14-try win against Fiji Fiji: (14) 19 Tries: Nakoci, Donu, Cavuru; Cons: Cavuru 2 England: (24) 84 Tries: MacDonald 4, Cokayne 2, Ward, Rowland,
Dan Biggar has scored 605 points in 68 appearances for Northampton Wales captain Dan Biggar will leave Northampton at the end of the 2022-23 season after five years with the
The first women's Rugby World Cup can be certain of its game-changing legacy Ask anyone with a bit of knowledge about the first women's rugby union World Cup and the
Worcester Warriors have been suspended from the Premiership since 26 September Worcester Warriors players and staff are to have their contracts terminated, following part of the club being wound up
England go into the Rugby World Cup top of the world rankings Venue: Eden Park, Auckland Date: Saturday, 8 October Kick-off: 04:45 BST Coverage: Live text commentary on the BBC
England have not lost since a defeat by New Zealand in July 2019 Host: New Zealand Dates: 8 October-12 November Coverage: Live text commentaries of selected matches on the BBC
Alex Lozowski crossed after a fine team move for Saracens' first try Saracens (27) 51 Tries: Lozowski, Earl, Malins, Van Zyl, Daly, McFarland, Maitland Cons: Farrell 4, Daly Pens: Farrell
Bristol Bears' 12 points without reply at the start of the second half were not enough to avoid a first defeat of the Premiership season at Newcastle Falcons Newcastle (17)
Jake Polledri scored his first Gloucester try since 2020 after returning from a long-term injury Gloucester held off a youthful Bath side 29-15 to maintain their winning start to the
England women's last Twickenham appearance came alongside a men's match in November 2020 England's women will play their first standalone fixture at Twickenham when they face France in the 2023
Worcester are banned from the Premiership, Premier 15s, under-18s Academy Cup and Allianz Cup with immediate effect Worcester Warriors have been suspended from playing and will be put into administration
Wing Will Jordan scored New Zealand's opening try and his second of the Rugby Championship campaign New Zealand (17) 40 Tries: Jordan, Penalty, Whitelock, Taylor, Taukeiaho Cons: Mo'unga (2) Pens:
England's last loss came against New Zealand in 2019 Flying England's women in economy class to the World Cup in New Zealand has been described as a "challenging decision" by
Warriors are facing a court appearance over a winding-up petition over £6m of unpaid tax Worcester MP Robin Walker will call on the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
Warriors are facing a court appearance over a winding-up petition over £6m of unpaid tax Worcester MP Robin Walker will call on the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
When I was younger, going to a Rugby World Cup was not something I envisioned in my future. Never mind when I was a kid - even aged 25 I
Sadia Kabeya and Morwenna Talling both have four England caps England's 20-year-old forwards Sadia Kabeya and Morwenna Talling are in a 32-player squad for the Rugby World Cup in New
Joe Simmonds scored 16 points in Exeter's win at Sixways Worcester (7) 21 Tries: Hearle, Simpson, Lawrence Cons: Williams 2, Searle Exeter (22) 36 Tries: Simmonds, Capstick 2, Woodburn, Maunder
Max Malins grabbed a try either side of the break for last season's beaten Premiership finalists Saracens Harlequins: (24) 27 Tries: Murley 2, Marchant Cons: Allan 3 Pens: Allan 2
Hunt has won 60 England caps World Cup-winning scrum-half Natasha Hunt is set to miss out on a place in the England squad for this year's tournament in New Zealand.
Eddie Butler captained Pontypool for three years Eddie Butler was a man of many talents and will be remembered by people for different reasons. He was the player who won
Helena Rowland previously played sevens for England before switching to the XVs side England: (33) 73 Tries: Rowland 3, Scarratt 2, Packer, Penalty, Kildunne, Cokayne, Botterman, Aldcroft; Cons: Scarratt 5,
England prop Ellis Genge scored less than two minutes into his second spell at hometown club Bristol Bristol Bears (17) 31 Tries: Genge 2, Bradbury, Morahan, Capon Cons: Sheedy, MacGinty
Thursday's Premiership Rugby Cup match between Northampton and Saracens was postponed The start of the new Premiership Rugby season has been delayed following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Friday's
Tributes have poured in from sports governing bodies, clubs and athletes Sport has paid tribute after Queen Elizabeth II, the UK's longest-serving monarch, died aged 96. Messages poured in from
Jack Dunne could make his Exeter debut against Premiership champions Leicester on Saturday An imposing 6ft 8in lock is nothing new in the Premiership, but Exeter's Jack Dunne will be
Freddie Burns' last-minute drop-goal secured Leicester the Premiership title last season The new Premiership rugby season begins on Friday, with a west country derby between Bristol Bears and Bath. For
Hanro Liebenberg: Tigers' new captain on Ellis Genge and 'completing the underdog story' When head coach Steve Borthwick approached Hanro Liebenberg to ask him to be Leicester Tigers captain, he
Worcester Warriors are still scheduled to start the new Premiership season at London Irish on 10 September Several Worcester Warriors players have handed in their notice over 'breach of contract'
Steve Diamond guided Worcester to victory in the Premiership Rugby Cup final in May Worcester say all their players will be paid on Wednesday as the current owners insist they
Worcester Warriors are scheduled to start the new Premiership season on 10 September Worcester's players and staff have been told they will not be paid on time this week as
Jim O'Toole stood down as Worcester chief executive in June 2017 Former Worcester Warriors chief executive Jim O'Toole says he has submitted a bid to secure the long-term future of
Boffelli plays his club rugby with Edinburgh New Zealand: (15) 18 Tries: Taukeiaho, Clarke Con: Mo'unga Pens: Mo'unga 2 Argentina: (12) 25 Try: Gonzalez Con: Boffelli Pens: Boffelli 6 Argentina
Siobhan Cattigan played 19 times for Scotland before her death last November The family of Scotland international Siobhan Cattigan are calling for an independent inquiry into the circumstances that led
Genge ended his time at Leicester by captaining the side as they won the Premiership title in June Ellis Genge said he wants to help Bristol be the "best" the
Eight of Emmanuel Iyogun's 20 appearances for Northampton in 2021-22 were starts Loosehead prop Emmanuel Iyogun has signed a new "long-term" contract with Northampton Saints ahead of the new Premiership
Jim O'Toole stood down as Worcester chief executive in June 2017 Worcester Warriors could be saved from going into administration following an approach from a consortium led by former chief
Worcester Warriors are scheduled to start the new Premiership season on 10 September Worcester Warriors are still hoping to avoid entering administration following a winding-up petition over unpaid tax. Owners
Wasps have a 250-year lease on the Coventry Building Society Arena Wasps have followed Worcester's lead by becoming the second Midlands-based club to confirm ongoing dialogue with Her Majesty's Revenue
Leicester Tigers lock Ollie Chessum featured in England's tour of Australia in July Leicester Tigers have agreed new deals with six senior players, plus one from their academy. Ollie Chessum,
Worcester Warriors are scheduled to play their opening fixture of the 2022-23 Premiership season on 10 September Worcester Warriors have confirmed they remain in dialogue with HMRC over the threat
Emily Chancellor made her first appearance for Australia in 2018 Harlequins have signed Australia international Emily Chancellor from the New South Wales Waratahs. The flanker will join the team following
Naoupu scored six tries in 48 appearances for Ireland Ireland centre Sene Naoupu has retired from international rugby having won 48 caps for the senior side. Born in New Zealand,
Late tries from David Havili and Scott Barrett secured the win for New Zealand South Africa: (10) 23 Tries: Am, Mapimpi Cons: Pollard 2 Pens: Pollard 3 New Zealand: (15)
Durham Sharks did not win a game last season DMP Durham Sharks will compete in the 2022/23 season of the Premier 15s after finding the required funding, the Rugby Football
One man also in the legal papers, but less well known, is former Bristol, Leeds and Stade Francais prop Justin Wring. He can still remember helping the French side to
Jason Woodward had a year at Bristol Bears before joining Gloucester Sale Sharks have signed full-back Jason Woodward ahead of the new season. He has signed a one-year deal at
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South Africa led from the eighth minute until the end of the game South Africa (10) 26 Tries: Arendse, Le Roux Cons: Pollard 2 Pens: Pollard 3 Drop-goal: Pollard New
Lock Michael Etete has spent three weeks on trial with Premiership club Bath in pre-season training Bath have signed lock Michael Etete for the upcoming 2022-23 season after a successful
Ireland's failure to qualify for this year's World Cup led to months of turmoil in the women's game in the country The Irish Rugby Football Union says it will offer
Beckett has played her club rugby with Harlequins since 2019 Gloucester-Hartpury have signed England international Sarah Beckett from Premier 15s rivals Harlequins. The back rower has been capped 24 times
Heather Cowell scored 12 tries for Harlequins last season England winger Heather Cowell has re-signed with Harlequins for the 2022-23 Premier 15s season. The 26-year-old was Quins' top scorer last
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Fiji are among the tournament's unbeaten teams going into the men's semi-finals Hosts: Birmingham Dates: 28 July to 8 August Coverage: Watch live on BBC TV with extra streams on
Watch as Australia's Sariah Paki scores a stunning try in her team's 50-0 win over Scotland in the rugby sevens on day one of the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
Prop Vickii Cornborough has been with Harlequins since 2016 and has made more than 50 appearances for the club Seven England internationals have signed new deals to stay with Premier
Chris Smith combines playing rugby with being a deputy head teacher Wales have lost Ospreys' Olympic silver medallist Sam Cross to injury before the Commonwealth Games Sevens. Cross suffered a
Former England hooker Steve Thompson has said he will donate his brain to scientists researching CTE Sport governing bodies have been called on to acknowledge that repetitive head impacts cause
Steve Thompson was part of England's 2003 World Cup-winning side Lawyers for more than 185 players are suing rugby union's governing bodies for negligence, claiming that playing the sport caused
We need to eradicate racism - Luther Burrell The Rugby Football Union is to investigate claims from former Newcastle Falcons player Luther Burrell regarding racism in the sport. Burrell, 32,
The RFU said ‘safety and fairness’ were behind its recommendation to ban transgender women from playing female rugby The Rugby Football Union has recommended a ban on transgender women playing
England held off Australia in the third Test in Sydney to secure a 2-1 series win The boss of the Rugby Football Union admits England have "tested the patience of
Ed Slater has been sidelined since starting a series of tests earlier his year Gloucester lock Ed Slater has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) and has retired from
It has been a captivating month of Test rugby, with Ireland making history in New Zealand, England showing real character to win in Australia, Wales emerging with a lot of
Jones said he took satisfaction from silencing Australia fans after England's second Test victory The chief executive of Rugby Australia has condemned the "offensive" remarks and behaviour of fans towards
Jones has also worked with the South Africa and Japan national teams England coach Eddie Jones was involved in two altercations with Australia fans who called him a "traitor" after
Ireland capitalised on yet another rapid start to put the All Blacks immediately on the back foot New Zealand (3) 22 Tries: Savea, A Ioane, Jordan Cons: J Barrett 2
Eddie Jones' side had lost four games before victory against Australia in the second Test Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground Date: Saturday, 16 July Kick-off: 10:55 BST Coverage: Live commentary on
Chessum came on for Itoje during the second-Test win over Australia Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground Date: Saturday, 16 July Kick-off: 10:55 BST Coverage: Live commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live
Amy Turner played as a forward for England and Harlequins Amy Turner, who was set to be part of England's World Cup coaching staff, has joined Harlequins Women as head
Danny Care says England want to adopt an "all-court game" Throughout 2021, Eddie Jones regularly referred to 'New England' - a nod not just to a change in personnel in
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Sam Underhill started England's 25-17 win against Australia on 9 July Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground Date: Saturday, 16 July Kick-off: 10:55 BST Coverage: Live commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live,
Ireland have won four of the last seven meetings against New Zealand having never beaten them before 2016 Head coach Andy Farrell says Ireland "back themselves against anyone" after they
Billy Vunipola scored England's first try as the visitors' pack started brightly Australia: (7) 17 Tries: Tupou, Kerevi Pens: Lolesio Cons: Lolesio 2 England: (19) 25 Tries: B Vunipola Pens:
Hopley helped launch the RPA after injury ended his playing career in 1998 Damian Hopley will step down as the Rugby Players' Association (RPA) chief executive before next season. The
Freeman started at full-back in England's non-cap international defeat by the Barbarians in June Venue: Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane Date: Saturday, 9 July Kick-off: 10:55 BST Coverage: Live commentary on BBC
Australia held on to win, despite seeing Darcy Swain dismissed in the first half against England Australia second row Darcy Swain will miss the rest of the series against England
Jonny May has 69 England caps Venue: Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane Date: Saturday, 9 July Kick-off: 10:55 BST Coverage: Live commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live, the BBC Sport website and
Tom Curry has also played at number eight for England Sale Sharks flanker Tom Curry has been ruled out of the rest of England's tour of Australia because of concussion.
Tommy Reffell and Will Rowlands can not believe Wales suffered defeat to South Africa in Pretoria Venue: Toyota Stadium, Bloemfontein Date: Saturday, 9 July Kick-off: 16:05 BST Coverage: Live radio
Ellis Genge scored England's opening try Australia: (6) 30 Tries: Petaia, Fainga'a, Samu; Pens: Lolesio 3; Cons: Lolesio 3 England: (6) 28 Try: Genge, Arundell, Van Poortvliet; Pens: Farrell 3;
Ireland have won three of their past five meetings with the All Blacks but have never beaten them in New Zealand Venue: Eden Park, Auckland Date: Saturday, 2 July Kick-off:
Courtney Lawes captained England during the 2022 Six Nations Venue: Perth Stadium, Australia Date: Saturday, 2 July Kick-off: 10:55 BST Coverage: Live commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live, the BBC
Eddie Jones got the better of Michael Cheika in 2016 but will he do likewise to Dave Rennie? When England last toured Australia in 2016, head coach Eddie Jones had
Iain Henderson was in a leg brace as Ireland trained on Tuesday Venue: FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton Date: Wednesday, 29 June Kick-off: 08:05 BST Coverage: Score updates and match report
In March, Spain thought they had secured a World Cup spot for the first time since 1999 Spain's appeal against their disqualification from the 2023 Rugby World Cup has been
Phil Bennett: Tributes and applause as rugby bids farewell Phil Bennett would not have wanted a fuss. He was an icon of Welsh rugby but one who wore his greatness
Jonny May is England's second highest try-scorer of all-time with 35 tries Jonny May has tested positive for Covid after arriving in Australia for England's three-Test Tour. The England wing
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi and team-mates celebrate their series triumph against the British and Irish Lions in 2021 When Siya Kolisi lifted the World Cup in 2019, it marked
Is club aware that from next season (2022-2023) that any person entering the Field of Play without the consent of the Referee will be immediately banned from attending all Rugby,
At last week’s RFU meeting the Council voted in favour of changes to Regulation 9, thereby continuing to demonstrate the importance being placed on player welfare. Building on the excellent
England beat France to win Six Nations Grand Slam England will play two international matches in September in preparation for October's Women's Rugby World Cup. The Red Roses will play
Danny Care (left) played in England's 52-21 loss to the Barbarians at Twickenham on Sunday Billy Vunipola and Danny Care have been named alongside eight uncapped players in England's squad
Freddie Burns earned his first Premiership title since starting his English top-flight career 13 years ago Freddie Burns says he realised a childhood dream as he kicked Leicester to an
Sevu Reece (right) and team mates celebrate the try that sealed victory for Crusaders at Eden Park Crusaders defeated Blues 21-7 in the Super Rugby Pacific final at Eden Park
Richard Wigglesworth holds the record for most Premiership appearances Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 18 June. Kick-off: 15:00 BST Coverage: Updates on BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC local radio and
Jasper Wiese signed for Leicester Tigers from Pro14 side Cheetahs in the summer of 2020 Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 18 June. Kick-off: 15:00 BST Coverage: Updates on BBC local
Ugo Monye was capped 14 times by England and played in two Tests against South Africa for the British and Irish Lions in 2009 Ugo Monye says rugby union must
Robert Baloucoune scored before Ulster before going off injured early in the second half Ulster winger Robert Baloucoune has been ruled out of Ireland's summer tour of New Zealand. Baloucoune
Phil Bennett made 29 Wales appearances and eight more for the Lions in a glittering career Legendary Wales and British and Irish Lions captain and fly-half Phil Bennett has died
Leicester Tigers' George Ford will join Sale next season Leicester Tigers (6) 27 Tries: Ford, Steward Con: Ford Pens: Ford 4 Drop-goal: Ford Northampton Saints (6) 14 Try: Freeman Pens:
Johnny Sexton came off the bench but Ireland's captain could not inspire Leinster to victory Leinster (14) 26 Tries: Sheehan, Henshaw, O'Loughlin, Healy Cons: Byrne (2), Sexton Bulls (17) 27
Boyd will end a four-year stay at Franklin's Gardens this summer English rugby needs more risk-takers in order to flourish, says Northampton director of rugby Chris Boyd. And the Kiwi
Prop Bello has spent the last five seasons with Italian side Zebre Saracens have signed Argentine tight-head prop Eduardo Bello from Italian side Zebre ahead of the 2022-23 season. Bello,
Gregor Townsend has left regular captain Stuart Hogg out of Scotland's summer tour squad Gregor Townsend has selected a 40-strong squad for Scotland's summer tour to Chile and Argentina. Stuart
Ulster hammer Munster to reach URC semi-finals Ulster (19) 36 Tries: Cooney, Moore 2, Timoney, Hume Cons: Cooney 3, Doak Pen: Cooney Munster (7) 17 Tries: Kleyn, Earls 2 Con:
Carreras has scored three tries for Gloucester this season in the league Argentina international Santiago Carreras has agreed a new deal to stay with Premiership club Gloucester. Carreras, who has
Tuilagi has not been seen in an England shirt since scoring a try in the win over South Africa in November England centre Manu Tuilagi will miss this summer's tour
Faf de Klerk has won 36 caps for South Africa and helped them win the 2019 Rugby World Cup South Africa scrum-half Faf de Klerk will join Japanese side Yokohama
Exeter's recruitment of overseas international players has helped them reach the Premier 15s final in just their second season Venue: Sixways Stadium, Worcester Date: Friday, 3 June Kick-off: 15:00 BST
New Zealand international Toomaga-Allen made 62 appearance for Wasps since joining in 2019 Ulster have signed New Zealand tighthead Jeffery Toomaga-Allen on a one-year deal from English Premiership side Wasps.
La Rochelle celebrate after collecting the Champions Cup Leinster (12) 21 Pens: Sexton 6, R Byrne La Rochelle (7) 24 Tries: Rhule, Bourgarit, Retiere Cons: West 3 Pens: West La
Lyon had lost both their Top 14 meetings with Toulon this season Lyon (10) 30 Tries: Couilloud, Barassi, Penalty Cons: Berdeu (2) Pens: Berdeu (2), Ngatai Toulon (7) 12 Tries:
Leinster are seeking to become champions of Europe for a record-equalling fifth time Venue: Stade Velodrome, Marseille Date: Saturday, 28 May Kick-off: 16:45 BST Coverage: Live text commentary on the
Esterhuizen has been one of Harlequins' stand-out performers this season Harlequins' Andre Esterhuizen has been voted the Rugby Players' Association's players' player of the year. The South Africa international has
Tom Pearson scored two Premiership tries for London Irish in his debut season with the club Back-rower Tom Pearson has signed a senior professional contract with Premiership club London Irish.
Thirteen of Richard Barrington's 18 appearances this season have come from the bench Saracens prop Richard Barrington is to leave the former Premiership and European champions after nine years. The
Eddie Jones' side face the Barbarians next month before three Tests against Australia later this summer Three forwards have withdrawn from England's pre-Barbarians three-day training camp with injuries. Northampton flanker
England's Will Homer waited under the posts before eventually grounding the ball England and Argentina have been criticised over a long delay before scoring a try that helped both sides
Alapati Leiua scored in his final game at Ashton Gate to end his five-year career at Bristol on a high Bristol (14) 40 Tries: Sheedy, Piutau (2), Leiua, Fricker, Morahan
Semesa Rokoduguni won England honours thanks to his club form with Bath England international winger Semesa Rokoduguni will leave Bath Rugby at the end of the current Premiership season, ending
Tommy Reffell is a former Wales Under-20s player Wales coach Wayne Pivac has named Leicester flanker Tommy Reffell and Cardiff number eight James Ratti as two uncapped players in his
Worcester captain Ted Hill lifts the Premiership Rugby Cup after his team's victory London Irish: (16) 25 Tries: White Con: Jackson Pens: Jackson 6 Worcester: (18) 25 Tries: Kvesic, Humphreys,
Arundell was one of England's best performers in an under-20 Six Nations campaign that ended in a third-place finish London Irish's teenage full-back Henry Arundell is included in a 36-strong
Elton Jantjies plays for Japanese side NTT Red Hurricanes at club level Rugby World Cup-winning South Africa fly-half Elton Jantjies was arrested at an airport in Johannesburg on Sunday for
James Lowe touches down for Leinster's opening try in the semi-final Leinster (23) 40 Tries: Lowe 2, Van der Flier, Keenan Cons: Sexton 3, Byrne Pen: Sexton 3, Byrne Toulouse
URC highlights: Dragons 18-19 Cardiff Dragons (10) 18 Tries: Griffiths, Dixon Cons: S Davies Pens: Reed 2 Cardiff (10) 19 Try: L Williams Cons: Priestland Pens: Priestland 4 Rhys Priestland
England are the number-one-ranked side in the world after winning a fourth successive Six Nations this year England have been confirmed as hosts of the 2025 women's World Cup. The
James Lowe on the charge in Saturday's victory over Leicester Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin Date: Saturday, 14 May Kick-off: 15:00 BST Coverage: Preview, team news and text updates online Leinster
Glyn Shaw (R) played in the front-row alongside side Welsh legends Graham Price and Bobby Windsor Former Neath prop Glyn Shaw, who won 12 caps for Wales in the 1970s,
Robbie Henshaw's converted try gave Leinster a 17-0 lead a quarter of the way through the game Leicester Tigers (0) 14 Tries: Ashton, Dolly Cons: Ford 2 Leinster (20) 23
Centre Nick Tompkins was rewarded for his performance with Saracens' third try of the night Gloucester: (5) 15 Tries: Singleton, Rees-Zammit Con: Twelvetrees Pen: Hastings Saracens (16) 44 Tries: Davies,
Dean Ryan coached at Bristol, Gloucester, Worcester and Scotland before arriving at Dragons as director of rugby in 2019 Dragons director of rugby Dean Ryan insists a proposal to cut
Players from four Welsh regions at the launch of the United Rugby Championship at the Principality Stadium A report into Welsh rugby has proposed cutting one Welsh professional region from
Bill Sweeney, pictured with England men's head coach Eddie Jones (left), became RFU chief in 2019 Rugby Football Union chief executive Bill Sweeney is being treated in hospital for a
England claimed a Women's Six Nations Grand Slam and fourth straight title against France on Saturday, but I could not be there. I suffered a neck injury in training and
England beat France to win Six Nations Grand Slam England prop Sarah Bern says other Women's Six Nations sides must embrace professionalism to protect players' mental health. The Red Roses
England beat France to win Six Nations Grand Slam In any other year a fourth consecutive Six Nations title, a Grand Slam and a record-equalling winning run might be a
James Grayson's long-range penalty put Saints in the driving seat for the final play-off place Northampton (26) 32 Tries: Freeman, Ludlam, Furbank, Waller Cons: Grayson 3 Pens: Grayson 2 Harlequins
Emily Scarratt earned her 100th cap in England's win against Ireland in match four of this year's tournament Venue: Stade Jean Dauger, Bayonne Date: Saturday, 30 April Kick-off: 14:15 BST
Tom Youngs led Tigers 98 times, second only to Martin Johnson on the club's all-time list Leicester Tigers' former England hooker Tom Youngs has retired from rugby union with immediate
Sara Hunter suffered a rib injury during England's win over Ireland Venue: Stade Jean Dauger, Bayonne Date: Saturday, 30 April Kick-off: 14:15 BST Coverage: Watch on BBC Two and live
England back Elliot Daly races away for his second Premiership try of the season Saracens (10) 38 Tries: Daly, Maitland, Tompkins, Earl Cons: Farrell 3 Pens: Farrell 4 Exeter (15)
Women's Six Nations highlights: Wales 5-33 France Wales (0) 5 Try: Harries France (26) 33 Tries: Sansus 2, Boujard, Jacquet, Tremouliere Cons: Tremouliere 4 France kept their Grand Slam hopes
During his playing career, Louis Deacon won 29 caps for England Venue: Mattioli Woods Welford Road, Leicester Date: Sunday, 24 April Kick-off: 12:00 BST Coverage: Watch on BBC Two; listen
Venue: Welford Road, Leicester Date: Sunday, 24 April Kick-off: 12:00 BST Coverage: Watch on BBC Two; listen on BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra; live text commentary on the BBC
Mateo Carreras has scored one try in 13 appearances for Newcastle Newcastle Falcons wing Mateo Carreras has signed a new two-year contract with the Premiership club. The 22-year-old five-times capped
Sean Maitland scored two tries, both of which were created by the excellent Max Malins Saracens (16) 40 Tries: Morris, Maitland 2, Davies, Malins Cons: Farrell 3 Pens: Farrell 3
Hanro Liebenberg scored his fifth try of the season when barging over for the Tigers' first try Leicester: (7) 27 Tries: Liebenberg, Scott, Steward; Penalty try: 1 Pen: Ford; Con:
Sale lost to La Rochelle in last season's last eight Bristol (3) 29 Tries: Thacker, Morahan 2, Joyce Cons: Sheedy 3 Pen: Sheedy Sale (17) 35 Tries: De Jager, Van
Radradra came off the bench to score the only try of the teams' first meeting Date: Friday 15 April Kick-off: 20:00 GMT Venue: Ashton Gate, Bristol Coverage: Commentary on BBC
Claudia MacDonald: England scrum-half may never play rugby again Back in November, the prospect of not playing rugby for four weeks was enough to bring England scrum-half Claudia MacDonald to
England played in front of a record crowd at Kingsholm on Saturday and it is important to celebrate that, but I also recognise there is still a long way to
Women's Six Nations highlights: England 58-5 Wales England's dominance of the world game is as clear as ever as the Red Roses top the Women's Six Nations table after three
Women's Six Nations: Ireland beat Italy for first win under McWilliams Ireland: (10) 29 Try: Mulhall, Jones, Higgins, penalty, O'Dwyer Con: Cronin Italy (3) 8 Try: Bettoni Pen: Rigoni Ireland
Women's Six Nations highlights: England 58-5 Wales England head coach Simon Middleton said his players found it "tough to take" watching their "great friend" Abby Dow suffer a serious leg
England's Jess Breach and Wales' Jasmine Joyce will provide an eye-catching battle on the wing in Gloucester Venue: Kingsholm, Gloucester Date: Saturday, 9 April Kick-off: 16:45 BST Coverage: Watch on
Smith, right, formed a dynamic front row with Keith Wood and Paul Wallace on the 1997 Lions tour Tom Smith was 5ft 10in tall, but when talking to those who
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Jones (right) took charge of England after their pool-stage exit at the 2015 World Cup England coach Eddie Jones has resumed his consultancy work with Japanese club side Suntory Sungoliath
New Zealand have won five of the seven World Cups in which they have taken part Former New Zealand assistant coach Wayne Smith has joined the country's women's team as
Highlights: England thrash Italy in the Women's Six Nations Simon Middleton chuckled when it was suggested his rotated England team's 12-try win over Italy had given him dilemmas rather than
Women's Six Nations: Wales 24-19 Scotland - highlights Wales (7) 24 Tries: Phillips, Harries, K Jones, Lewis Cons: Bevan 2 Scotland (14) 19 Tries: Skeldon, Lloyd 2 Cons: Nelson 2
Rowland's game-breaking ability was in evidence against Scotland where she set up two England tries Date: Sunday, 3 April Kick-off: 15:00 BST Venue: Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi, Parma Coverage: Live on
Freddie Thomas scored his first try for Gloucester after spotting a gap in the Bristol defence Gloucester scored six tries as they raced to a bonus-point 43-15 win over Bristol
England have slipped to fifth in the world rankings Former England scrum-half Danny Care says the team need a change of culture to refresh their attack and close the gap
Women's Six Nations: Ireland 19-27 Wales - highlights Venue: Cardiff Arms Park Date: Saturday, 2 April Kick-off: 16:45 BST Coverage: Live on BBC Two, BBC Radio Wales MW, DTV &
Women's Six Nations: France secure bonus-point win against Italy France: (17) 39 Tries: Fall, Gros, Murie, Boulard, Jacquet; Pens: Drouin 2; Cons: Drouin 2, Tremouliere 2 Italy: (6) 6 Pens:
Steve Borthwick, Rob Baxter and Richard Cockerill have all been linked with the role of England head coach The next England head coach should be English, says Rugby Football Union
Women's Six Nations: Watch the best tries from the 2021 tournament Coverage: Watch live on BBC Two, BBC Red Button, BBC iPlayer and online; listen on BBC Radio 5 Live
England's Six Nations 'really disappointing' - RFU chief Bill Sweeney speaks to BBC Sports Editor Dan Roan Rugby Football Union chief executive Bill Sweeney says he was "really disappointed" by
Owen Farrell (right) has made just four Premiership appearances for Saracens this season Saracens are hopeful England captain Owen Farrell will return from his lengthy injury absence in Saturday's Premiership
Six Nations 2022: France beat England to complete Grand Slam - highlights The Rugby Football Union's claim that England made "solid progress" during the Six Nations is "dishonest", says former
Six Nations 2022: France beat England to complete Grand Slam - highlights France (18) 25 Tries: Fickou, Cros, Dupont Con: Jaminet 2 Pens: Jaminet 2 England (6) 13 Tries: Steward
England coach Eddie Jones knows a surprise victory would ease gathering pressure on him after an underwhelming campaign Venue: Stade de France Date: Saturday, 19 March Kick-off: 20:00 GMT Coverage:
Furbank's last Test appearance was as a stand-in fly-half against Tonga in November Venue: Stade de France Date: Saturday, 19 March Kick-off: 20:00 GMT Coverage: Live commentary on BBC Radio
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Alun Wyn Jones and Dan Biggar lift the 2021 Triple Crown trophy Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Date: Saturday, 19 March Kick-off: 14:15 GMT Coverage: Watch live on BBC One, BBC
England 'moving in the right direction' - Jones Venue: Stade de France Date: Saturday, 19 March Kick-off: 20:00 GMT Coverage: Live commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live; live text commentary
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What happened to England against Ireland on Saturday will be gold dust for the future. Whatever team you are in, whether it is in sport, a school or a business,
Six Nations highlights: England 15-32 Ireland England (9) 15 Pens: Smith 5 Ireland (15) 32 Tries: Lowe, Keenan, Conan, Bealham Con: Sexton 3 Pen: Sexton 2 Ireland kept their hopes
Six Nations: France edge past Wales to keep Grand Slam hopes alive Wales (9) 9 Pens: Biggar 3 France (10) 13 Tries: Jelonch Cons: Jaminet Pens: Jaminet 2 France kept
England lost 32-18 to Ireland in the 2021 Six Nations Venue: Twickenham Dates: Saturday, 12 March Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Listen on BBC Radio 5 Live; text commentary on BBC
Tomas Francis (L) reels after colliding with Owen Watkin (R) while they attempt to tackle Charlie Ewels Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Date: Friday, 11 March Kick-off: 20:00 GMT Coverage: Watch
Barbeary played in the centres and then at hooker, before concentrating on the back row Venue: Twickenham Dates: Saturday, 12 March Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Listen on BBC Radio 5
Tomas Francis (L) reels after colliding with Owen Watkin (R) while they attempt to tackle Charlie Ewels Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Date: Friday, 11 March Kick-off: 20:00 GMT Coverage: Watch
Dombrandt scored England's only try in the 23-19 defeat of Wales in the last round Venue: Twickenham Dates: Saturday, 12 March Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Listen on BBC Radio 5
Alex Lewington scored his ninth try of the season for Saracens Saracens (22) 34 Tries: Woolstencroft 2, Lewington, Maitland, Koch Cons: Lozowski 3 Pens: Lozowski Leicester (13) 27 Tries: Snyman,
Cadan Murley has now scored eight tries for Harlequins this season Harlequins (19) 24 Tries: Jones, Murley 2, Lynagh Cons: Allan 2 Newcastle (10) 10 Try: Marshall Con: Haydon-Wood Pen:
George Ford and Elliot Daly are set to face each other on Saturday in north London Leicester's George Ford and Saracens' Elliot Daly will be available for the clubs' top-of-the-table
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Willis Halaholo has yet to play in this year's Six Nations and Ellis Jenkins has not played since Wales' opening defeat by Ireland Injured lock Alun Wyn Jones has joined
Six Nations: England beat spirited Wales at Twickenham So much has happened, so little has changed. As the trains groaned with waxed jackets and well-oiled voices, Saturday marked the end
Wales wing Louis Rees-Zammit has played 14 internationals Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 26 February Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Listen to match commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio
Manu Tuilagi (left) has been sidelined with a hamstring injury and comes into the England squad in place of Joe Marchant Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 26 February Kick-off: 16:45
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Van der Merwe returned from international duty to open the scoring for Worcester Worcester: (14) 19 Tries: Van der Merwe, Beck, Vailanu Cons: Smith 2 Bristol: (14) 14 Tries: Luatua,
Jarrod Evans was set to make his 99th appearance for Cardiff Cardiff Rugby's home United Rugby Championship match against Zebre on Friday has been postponed because of severe weather warnings
Francois Pienaar (right, with Nelson Mandela) led South Africa to the 1995 World Cup title A consortium including South African World Cup-winning former captain Francois Pienaar has completed a £32m
Manu Tuilagi's last England appearance was against South Africa in November 2021 Centre Manu Tuilagi is back in the England squad for his side's Six Nations game against Wales. Tuilagi
Sebastian Negri was taken from the pitch on a stretcher after being knocked unconscious England prop Ellis Genge said he knew something "horrible" had happened to Italy's Sebastian Negri when
Marcus Smith, with only seven caps, has been England's outstanding player of the Six Nations England head coach Eddie Jones says "there is no ceiling to how good" fly-half Marcus
France are the only side undefeated in the Six Nations after the opening two rounds France (19) 30 Tries: Dupont, Baille Con: Jaminet Pens: Jaminet 6 Ireland (7) 24 Tries:
Sexton injured his hamstring in training on Wednesday Venue: Stade de France, Paris Date: Saturday, 12 February Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Live commentary on BBC Radio Ulster and BBC Radio
Willie John McBride drives with the ball as Ireland defeat England at Twickenham on 12 February 1972 Fifty years ago the 1972 Five Nations Championship was abandoned, left unfinished for
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Eddie Jones: Sometimes we get it right, sometimes we get it wrong Joe Launchbury is set to make his first England appearance in over a year after being called up
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Six Nations 2022: Relive the incredible drama, great tries and big hits from round one The opening round of the 2022 Six Nations did not disappoint. France rounded things off
Six Nations 2022: Villiere scores hat-trick as France thrash Italy France: (18) 37 Tries: Jelonch, Villiere 3, Penaud Cons: Jaminet 2, Ntamack Pens: Jaminet 2 Italy: (10) 10 Try: Menoncello
Curry has won 36 caps for England - and another three for the British and Irish Lions - since his debut against Argentina in 2017 Venue: Murrayfield, Edinburgh Date: Saturday
Freddie Steward and Harry Randall are two of those hoping to make their Six Nations debuts in England's backline Venue: Murrayfield, Edinburgh Date: Saturday, 5 February Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage:
Kyle Sinckler made his England debut against South Africa in November 2016 Venue: Murrayfield, Edinburgh Date: Saturday, 5 February Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Watch live on BBC One and BBC
Tommy Freeman is an uncapped player England's Six Nations preparations have been hit with fresh blows ahead of their Scotland opener on 5 February. Utility back Joe Marchant has tested
James Stokes' try just before half time proved to be the decisive score in the match London Irish: (18) 18 Tries: Cornish, Stokes Cons: Jackson Pens: Jackson 2 Exeter: (14)
Two second-half tries from Will Muir helped bottom of the table Bath to victory Bath: (6) 21 Tries: Muir 2 Con: B Spencer Pens: B Spencer 3 Harlequins: (12) 17
Ulster backs James Hume and Michael Lowry have been in impressive club for recently In-form players with limited international experience should be trusted to start in big games as Ireland
May will see specialists about a knee injury and hopes to be fit to face Wales on 26 February England wing Jonny May will miss the opening two fixtures of
George Ford's last England appearance came in the 32-18 defeat by Ireland in March 2021 George Ford has been handed the chance to revive his international career after the fly-half
Sam Simmonds shone for Exeter with a hat-trick Montpellier (24) 37 Tries: Bouthier, Willemse, Serfontein, Reinach Cons: Foursans 3, Garbisi Pen: Foursans 2, Garbisi Exeter Chiefs (19) 26 Tries: S
Alex Dombrandt has 11 tries for Harlequins this season Harlequins (22) 36 Tries: Dombrandt 3, H Jones, Taulani Con: Allan 3, Smith Pen: Allan Castres (23) 33 Tries: Barlot, Zeghdar,
Jack Nowell has started 12 of Exeter's 16 games this season Exeter boss Rob Baxter believes Jack Nowell's form will continue to improve as he gets a run of games
Edinburgh scrum-half Ben Vellacott will provide competition for Ali Price, along with Ben White In-form players and improved depth give Scotland a "big opportunity" to challenge for the Six Nations
Barbeary scored a try in Wasps' Champions Cup win against holders Toulouse at the weekend In-form Wasps back row Alfie Barbeary is one of six uncapped players in England's 36-man
Bath Rugby Academy are hosting some free regional CPD events over the coming months and would like to invite you to our Dorset event taking place on Wednesday 9th February
Tom O'Flaherty joined Exeter from Ospreys in 2017 Exeter: (14) 52 Tries: O'Flaherty 3, S Simmonds 2, Cowan-Dickie, Nowell, Ewers; Cons: J Simmonds 4, Slade 2 Glasgow: (10) 17 Tries:
Fans have been excluded from Six Nations games since 2020 Crowds at outdoor events in Wales can return from Friday, 21 January after the Welsh government announced the lifting of
The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium has hosted NFL fixtures since opening in April 2019 The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will host its first Premiership rugby fixture when Saracens entertain Bristol Bears on
An England rugby international has been arrested on suspicion of raping a teenager. Police officers were called shortly before 11am on Sunday 9 January to reports of a sexual assault.
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Chris Boyd's Saints have won seven of their 12 Premiership matches so far this season Northampton Saints director of rugby Chris Boyd is set to leave the Premiership club at
Ellis Genge had a 100th game to forget as he was sin-binned late in the first-half Wasps (7) 16 Try: Penalty Pens: Gopperth 3 Leicester (13) 13 Try: Montoya Pens:
Marcus Smith again showed his class as he set up the equalising try before kicking the winning conversion under immense pressure Harlequins (7) 14 Tries: Northmore, Esterhuizen Cons: Smith 2
Conscious the Christmas period is traditionally one for family time, additional flexibility in regulations for the weekend of 17/18/19 December were proactively communicated as a one-off exception. From this weekend
Wales fans were there to celebrate along with try-scorer Ryan Elias as the hosts beat Australia in Cardiff in November 2021 The Welsh Rugby Union is considering playing home Six
Glasgow beat Champions Cup opponents Exeter in their last outing Glasgow Warriors "are in a far better place" following their recent Covid outbreak, says head coach Danny Wilson. Both of
France's Cyrielle Banet, New Zealand's Ruby Tui and England's Poppy Cleall were among the stars to light up the game in 2021 Uprisings, Covid-19, world order changing, more Covid-19 and
Leicester number eight George Martin dived over for the third of the Tigers' first-half tries against Newcastle Leicester (17) 31 Tries: Kelly, Scott, Martin, Potter Cons: Ford 3, Burns Pens:
Jonny Hill scored on his first Exeter appearance since it was announced he would leave for Sale in the summer Exeter (12) 19 Tries: O'Flaherty, Hill, Hogg Cons: J Simmonds
Jamie George has not played since injuring his knee in England's 32-15 win over Australia in November Venue: Franklin's Gardens Date: Sunday, 2 January Kick-off: 15:00 GMT Coverage: Live commentary
England begin their Six Nations campaign against Scotland on 5 February England are expected to have captain Owen Farrell, Jamie George and Manu Tuilagi available for the Six Nations starting
Valery Morozov helped Sale make the Premiership semi-finals last season Bath have signed Russia's former Sale Sharks prop Valery Morozov. Bath boss Stuart Hooper said Mozorov "will significantly add to
Leicester have been champions of England on 10 occasions - most recently in 2013 Premiership Rugby are investigating allegations against Leicester regarding historical image rights payments. The Times reportsexternal-link that
Guy Porter (left) dived over for Leicester to spark celebrations Bristol (13) 26 Tries: Harding, Lloyd Pens: Sheedy 4 Cons: Sheedy 2 Leicester (10) 28 Tries: Nadolo, Montoya, Porter Pens:
Belfast's Kingspan Stadium was set to host the interprovincial derby The United Rugby Championship match between Ulster and Connacht on 26 December has been postponed because of a number of
This try against Scotland in the 2021 Six Nations is one of Jess Breach's many eye-catching scores Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Monday, 27 December Kick-off: 14:15 GMT When Jess Breach
Kawa Leauma had been hopeful of making his international debut for Spain Spanish rugby international Kawa Leauma has tragically died following an accidental fall. The 32-year-old lock forward is believed
Jonny Hill was called up to the British and Irish Lions squad for this summer's tour of South Africa but did not feature in any of the three Tests against
Ifan Phillips is a former Wales Under-20s hooker and was part of the 2016 Grand Slam-winning squad Ospreys hooker Ifan Phillips has revealed he had a leg amputated after a
Cameron Winnett, 18, gave Cardiff a shock lead with a try just five minutes into his senior debut Harlequins (17) 43 Tries: Care, Smith, Dombrandt 2, Marchant, Esterhuizen Cons: Smith
Scarlets' game against Bordeaux-Begles was due to be their first competitive match since 22 October after a Covid-hit six weeks Seven European rugby matches due to be played between French
Genge was made club captain at Leicester this summer England prop Ellis Genge will rejoin Bristol from Leicester for next season. The Bristol-born prop, 26, revealed this week that he
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Ellis Genge has won 31 caps for England, the most recent against Tonga last month England prop Ellis Genge has decided to leave Premiership leaders Leicester Tigers at the end
Van Graan replaced compatriot Rassie Erasmus as head coach in November 2017 Munster head coach Johann van Graan will leave his post at the end of the season having declined
England won men's and women's sevens bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth Games Seventeen England sevens players have been given contracts for the first time since the programme was cut in
Ospreys players look dejected after Ewan Ashman crosses for Sale Ospreys (3) 13 Tries: Morgan Cons: J Thomas Pens: Anscombe, Thomas Sale (21) 21 Tries: van Rensburg, Ashman, Du Preez
England prop Ellis Genge makes the tackle for Leicester Tigers Bordeaux-Begles (10) 13 Try: Dubie Con: Lucu Pens: Lucu 2 Leicester Tigers (10) 16 Try: Porter Con: Ford Pen: Ford
Toulouse won a record fifth Champions Cup title last season in front of a restricted crowd at Twickenham Coverage: Live BBC radio commentary of selected matches throughout the tournament This
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Vincent Koch had already won the first of his 31 South Africa caps when he joined Saracens from Stormers in 2016 Wasps have signed Saracens tight-head prop Vincent Koch on
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England's Red Roses extended their Test winning streak to 18 against the USA England will play their 2022 Women's Six Nations home games at Gloucester's Kingsholm and Leicester's Welford Road.
Simon Middleton became an MBE for services to rugby in June England's Simon Middleton has become the first women's team coach to win World Rugby Coach of the Year. The
George Ford kicked 11 points for Leicester in his first game since agreeing a move to Sale next season Leicester Tigers (9) 16 Try: Potter Con: Ford Pens: Ford 3
Luke Cowan-Dickie celebrated his return form injury with what proved to be the winning try Exeter: (8) 18 Tries: O'Flaherty, Cowan-Dickie Con: J Simmonds Pens: J Simmonds 2 Saracens: (6)
England won the 2021 Women's Six Nations - their 17th title The Women's Six Nations will remain in its own dedicated window in the calendar for the 2022 tournament. The
Handre Pollard won the most recent of his 60 caps against Scotland at Murrayfield in November, scoring 18 points Leicester have lined up South Africa's World Cup winning fly-half Handre
Munster's game against the Bulls was called off on Friday Irish sports minister Jack Chambers says Munster have been cleared by South African authorities to return home. The player that
Cardiff had been scheduled to play Lions and then Stormers in South Africa Cardiff's hopes of flying out of South Africa on Sunday are over after two positive Covid-19 cases
Natasha Hunt scored two of Barbarians' 10 tries Barbarians: (38) 60 Tries: Levy (3), Daley-Mclean, Hunt (2), Lloyd, Peat, Pam, Griffin Cons: Daley-Mclean (5) South Africa: (0) 5 Tries: Malinga
Kingston Park is located in the north west of Newcastle-upon-Tyne Friday's Premiership game between Newcastle Falcons and Worcester Warriors has been postponed with Storm Arwen set to hit the north
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England's win came in the teams' first meeting since South Africa's emphatic victory in the 2019 Rugby World Cup final England must use Saturday's win over South Africa as a
Togetherness and spirit in England squad outstanding - Jones England's successful autumn was partially down to forward Maro Itoje's work in improving communication among the side, says head coach Eddie
Ireland's pack scored all four of their side's tries in Dublin Ireland (24) 53 Tries: van der Flier 2, Porter, Doris, Sheehan, Healy, Beirne Cons: Carbery 6 Pens: Carbery 2
Stuart Hogg scored his 25th Scotland try to break the record held by Ian Smith and Tony Stanger Scotland (19) 29 Tries: Van der Merwe, Hogg, Graham, McInally Cons: Russell
England were well beaten last time the teams met, in the 2019 Rugby World Cup final Venue: Twickenham Date: Saturday, 20 November Kick-off: 15:15 GMT Coverage: Follow live text commentary
George Ford is the Premiership's leading points scorer this season with 107 Sale Sharks have signed England fly-half George Ford from Leicester on a "long-term" deal starting next season. Ford,
Poppy Cleall (left), Maro Itoje (centre) and Zoe Aldcroft England's Maro Itoje has been nominated for men's player of the year, while compatriots Poppy Cleall and Zoe Aldcroft are up
There should be as many column inches written about Freddie Steward after his performance on Saturday as there were written about Maro Itoje when he started playing for England. Nothing
Great opportunity for Rodd to show what he can do - Jones Date: Saturday, 13 November Kick-off: 17:45 GMT Venue: Twickenham Coverage: Live updates on the BBC Sport website and
Farrell (left) and Smith will form England's 10-12 partnership against Australia Date: Saturday, 13 November Kick-off: 17:45 GMT Venue: Twickenham Coverage: Live updates on the BBC Sport website and app
Alex Cuthbert's return to Welsh rugby with Ospreys meant Wales could again select him Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Date: Sunday, 14 November Kick-off: 15:15 GMT Coverage: Live text commentary on
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Joe Marler was a 67th minute replacement for Ellis Genge against Tonga on Saturday Venue: Twickenham, London Date: Saturday, 13 November Kick-off: 17:30 GMT Coverage: Live text commentary on the
Furbank's last Test start was against Italy in October 2020 Venue: Twickenham, London Date: Saturday, 6 November Kick-off: 15:15 GMT Coverage: Live text commentary on the BBC Sport website and
Twelve of Alun Wyn Jones' world record 161 cap haul have come for the British and Irish Lions Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Date: Saturday, 6 November Kick-off: 17:30 BST Coverage:
Wales Women will compete at next year's Rugby World Cup in New Zealand The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) is set to offer some of its female internationals their first professional
Gordon Horsley from Oakmeadians RFC has been invited to watch the England Men train on the 17th of November by England Rugby.
Marcus Smith (right) had been expected to form a 10-12 partnership with the experienced Owen Farrell (left) Venue: Twickenham, London Date: Saturday, 6 November Kick-off: 15:15 GMT Coverage: Live text
Red Roses: England thrash New Zealand in first autumn test Head coach Simon Middleton hailed "sensational" fly-half Zoe Harrison after England's record win against New Zealand in Exeter. Harrison was
England face New Zealand twice this autumn before Tests against Canada and the United States Venue: Sandy Park, Exeter Date: Sunday, 31 October Kick-off: 14:30 GMT Coverage: Live on BBC
Holly Aitchison was part of the Great Britain sevens side that finished fourth at the Tokyo Olympics Venue: Sandy Park, Exeter Date: Sunday, 31 October Kick-off: 14:30 GMT Coverage: Live
Gareth Anscombe had two separate knee operations after his serious injury in 2019 Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Date: Saturday, 30 October Kick-off: 17:15 BST Coverage: Live text commentary on the
A total of eight players are set to make their Scotland debuts against Tonga Venue: Murrayfield, Edinburgh Date: Saturday, 30 October Time: 14:30 BST Coverage: Follow live text coverage on
Conor Carey played against Northampton for Worcester in October 2019 Northampton Saints have signed tight-head prop Conor Carey on a contract to the end of the season. Carey moves to
McWilliams was assistant coach of the USA Eagles for two years Greg McWilliams will take over from Adam Griggs as Ireland women's head coach at the end of the November
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Marcus Smith's flair and imagination could change the way England play Eddie Jones' decision to drop a host of big names for the upcoming autumn Tests reiterates his desire to
Tom Youngs has played more than 200 games for Leicester Tigers Leicester and ex-England hooker Tom Youngs is taking indefinite leave from the club to look after his ill wife.
Josh Navidi made his Wales debut in 2013 Cardiff back row Josh Navidi is set to miss the Six Nations after having shoulder surgery. The 30-year-old is expected to be
Tonight Dorset & Wilts RFU Past President Clive Drake will be awarded the Freedom of Gillingham by Mayor Cllr Paul Harris.
Worcester and England centre Ollie Lawrence is scheduled to make his 50th Warriors appearance Venue: Sixways Date: Saturday, 16 October Kick-off: 15:00 BST Coverage: Updates on BBC local radio and
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Christ Tshiunza, who went to the same school in Cardiff as Gareth Bale and Sam Warburton, has yet to start a Premiership match for Exeter Exeter director of rugby Rob
Dylan Richardson played for the Sharks against the touring British and Irish Lions in July Scotland have selected South Africa-born Sharks back-row Dylan Richardson for a two-day training camp before
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England are the reigning Six Nations champions The possibility of setting up a British and Irish Lions women's team is to be looked at by a new feasibility group. England
Zach Kibirige marked his 50th appearance for Wasps with their opening try Wasps (10) 26 Tries: Kibirige, Robson Cons: Umaga 2 Pens: Umaga 2, Gopperth 2 Northampton (10) 20 Tries:
Louis Lynagh palmed the ball over the line to score the first of his two tries against Bristol Harlequins (7) 52 Tries: Lynagh 2, Esterhuizen, Northmore, Collier, Green, Smith, Dombrandt
Sione Kalamafoni played for Nottingham, Leicester and Gloucester before arriving at Parc y Scarlets Venue: Parc y Scarlets, Llanelli Date: Sunday, 10 October Time: 14:00 BST Coverage: Live on S4C;
George Ford has contributed 28 points with the boot in Leicester's three games this season Leicester Tigers fly-half George Ford believes an ability to hang in when things are against
England centre Henry Slade scored 20 points as Exeter won for the first time since beating Sale in June's Premiership semi-final Sale: (10) 15 Tries: Harrison, Ashman Cons: R du
Alex Mitchell (right) played a pivotal role for Northampton from scrum-half in tricky conditions Northampton (17) 23 Tries: Collins, Proctor Cons: Biggar 2 Pens: Biggar 3 London Irish (7) 21
Francois Pienaar (right, with Nelson Mandela) led South Africa to the 1995 World Cup title Saracens have agreed a £32m takeover deal with a consortium of investors that includes South
Rhys Priestland made the last of his 50 Wales appearances against New Zealand in 2017 and could face them again at the end of this month Venue: Swansea.com stadium Date:
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Lawrence (left) and Youngs (right) were both selected for England boss Eddie Jones' 45-man squad Ben Youngs and Ollie Lawrence have withdrawn from England's training camp, the Rugby Football Union
Great Britain's Jasmine Joyce scored 10 tries in the Edmonton Fast Four tournament and was named player of the final for a second weekend in a row Great Britain's women
The win was the All Blacks' 12th southern hemisphere championship title and a 10th successive Test win New Zealand: (13) 19 Try: Jordan Cons: Barrett Pens: Barrett 4 South Africa:
Harlequins wing Lynagh (left) is the son of ex-Australia fly-half Michael, one of the Wallabies' all-time greats England boss Eddie Jones has set about a major shake-up in his squad
The first D&WRFU / Bath RFC Super Cluster of the year was held on Sunday 19 September 2021 at Devizes RFC. With over 130 girls in attendance from 16 clubs.
England wing Adam Radwan continued to show his promise with a try for Falcons Newcastle (12) 20 Tries: Radwan, Stephens, Schreuder Pens: Hayden-Wood Cons: Connon Harlequins (14) 26 Tries: Lynagh
Will we see a repeat of Harlequins' dramatic 40-38 win over Exeter in this season's Premiership final? Premiership rugby union is back on Friday and bigger than ever. For the
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Tom Ilube's appointment as RFU chairman was ratified in March The new chairman of the Rugby Football Union hopes his appointment to the most senior position in English rugby can
Helen Nelson kicked six of Scotland's points Scotland (6) 13 Try: Lloyd Con: Law Pens: Nelson 2 Italy (26) 38 Tries: Furlan 2, Barattin, Arrighetti, Sillari Cons: Sillari 4 Scotland
Yesterday (Saturday 11th September 2021) at Royal Wootton Bassett RFC, Willie Wildash presented the Bowden Wildash Volunteer Salver to Terry Aylett to mark his extraordinary length of service to RWB
Gifted fly-half Cooper was out of the Australia scene for four years before returning last month New Zealand (22) 39 Tries: Ioane, Reece, Papalii, Jacobson 2 Cons B Barrett, J
Beauden Barrett finds his way through the defence New Zealand (22) 39 Tries: Ioane, Reece, Papalii, Jacobson 2 Cons B Barrett, J Barrett 3 Pens B Barrett, J Barrett Argentina
World 12s: I'd have loved to play alongside New Zealand nine - Davies Organisers of the proposed World 12s tournament have already been approached by people interested in forming a
World Cup-winning former head coach of New Zealand, Steve Hansen, is a World 12s ambassador Plans have been unveiled for a new 12-a-side rugby competition proposed to take place in
On Monday 20th September 2021 at 19.00 Hrs, the D&WRFU are pleased to announce an Evening with Bill Sweeney (Chief Executive Officer of the RFU). The event will be a
Oakmeadians RFC are proud to announce the launch of their new Girls Rugby Academy, a hub of quality training, coaching and performance for Girls Rugby in Bournemouth. Come and join
Emily Scarratt has 96 England caps England vice-captain Emily Scarratt has had surgery on a broken leg - almost a year out from the start of the delayed 2021 Rugby
Loughborough Lightning centre Emily Scarratt went off injured early on as her side lost to Harlequins Emily Scarratt went off injured as Loughborough Lightning began their Premier 15s campaign with
Heather Fisher made her international debut in 2009 World Cup-winning England flanker Heather Fisher has announced her playing retirement at the age of 37. Fisher, who last season played for
Harlequins won their first league title last season The Premier 15s season kicks off this weekend with Harlequins looking to retain their title. But with the 2021-22 contest set to
Jade Konkel missed this year's Six Nations to train as a firefighter in London Captain Rachel Malcolm is back from a knee injury to lead Scotland at the Rugby World
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Dave Ward coaches wife Abbie at Bristol Bears Women When Dave Ward was announced as Bristol Bears Women's coach, most thought signing his wife Abbie, the England and Harlequins lock,
Calling all Club Discipline Secretaries & Assistance Secretaries - Club Chairs - Club Director of Rugby - Club Secretaries - Club Age Grade Discipline Secretaries. Have you registered for
Wales' all-time leading try-scorer Shane Williams made a BBC documentary exploring concussion in 2020 After just one season of rugby players at a professional team saw a decline in both
Gareth Evans spent a loan spell with Hartpury College during his time with Gloucester Leicester Tigers have signed back-row forward Gareth Evans on a short-term contract from Ospreys. The 29-year-old
Luke Broadley (right) was employed by the Welsh Rugby Union for eight and a half years, rising to become head of team communications Worcester Warriors have appointed Wales head of
Ellis Genge (left) has won 30 international caps for England Leicester Tigers have named England prop Ellis Genge as their new captain ahead of the 2021-22 season. The 26-year-old takes
Marco Mama captained the Warriors in his 50th appearance for the club Former Worcester Warriors back row Marco Mama has announced his retirement from rugby union. The 30-year-old joined the
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New Zealand and Australia will face each other in Perth, with all other games moved to Queensland Queensland will host eight of the remaining Rugby Championship Tests after a Covid-enforced
Hooker Malcomb Marx scored the Springboks' second try Argentina: (3) 10 Tries: Matera; Pens: Miotti; Cons: Sanchez South Africa: (15) 29 Tries: Mapimpi, Marx; Pens: Pollard 5; Cons: Pollard 2
Sean Fitzpatrick joined Scarlets as a non-executive director and global ambassador in July 2020 New Zealand great Sean Fitzpatrick says Wales must build from the bottom up if the national
New Zealander Rennie moved to take charge of Australia from Glasgow Warriors in July 2020 Australia coach Dave Rennie says he is "bloody angry" about New Zealand cancelling the teams'
New Zealand ran in eight tries to seal a 19th straight Bledisloe Cup win on Saturday New Zealand have cancelled their Bledisloe Cup match in Australia and two home Tests
Tonga finished fourth in their pool at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan under Kefu's guidance Tonga coach and Australia rugby great Toutai Kefu says he is out of
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England won a third successive Women's Six Nations title this year England's women will face World Cup holders New Zealand in back-to-back matches as the Red Roses contest four home
Ollie Lindsay-Hague scored 10 tries in 61 games for Harlequins Newcastle Falcons have signed Olympic rugby sevens player Ollie Lindsay-Hague on a short-term deal. Lindsay-Hague, who can play as a
Codie Taylor scored two of New Zealand's eight tries New Zealand: (21) 57 Tries: Ioane, Retallick, Savea, Taylor 2, Reece, Jordan, Havili; Pen: McKenzie; Cons: Mo'unga 5, B Barrett 2
The British and Irish Lions lost a highly physical three-Test series to South Africa this month Five British and Irish Lions greats have asked World Rugby to change laws on
Blair Cowan made 153 appearances for London Irish in eight years London Irish have released back-rower Blair Cowan from his contract in order for him to take up a playing
Amy Cokayne opted to play for England despite spending part of her childhood in New Zealand England hooker Amy Cokayne has signed a new deal with Harlequins ahead of the
I'm not ashamed of my stammer - Brown "I stammered, I blinked, I rubbed my eyes. I was just so embarrassed by it and a lot of the feelings that
Sarah McKenna won the 2018-19 Premier 15s title with Saracens England's Sarah McKenna has signed a new one-year contract with Premier 15s club Saracens. The 32-year-old, who can play as
The D&WRFU 2021 – 2022 Senior Men's County Competition Draws are available at 1st XV Cup Click here 1st XV Vase Click here 1st XV Plate Click here 2nd
Finn Russell - the Lions' most creative player - was injured for a large part of the tour Given the perilous state of the British and Irish Lions tour of
Alun Wyn Jones has now earned 160 international caps - 148 for Wales and 12 for the Lions British and Irish Lions captain Alun Wyn Jones defended his right to
The Lions won the first Test, but lost the second to take the series to a decider South Africa: (6) 19 Try: Kolbe; Pens: Pollard 2, Steyn 2; Con: Pollard
Time needed for refereeing decisions contributed to a slow second Test Venue: Cape Town Stadium Date: Saturday, 7 August Kick-off: 17:00 BST Coverage: Follow live text commentary on the BBC
Hooker Ken Owens came off the Lions bench last week but has been promoted to the starting XV for Saturday's deciding third Test Venue: Cape Town Stadium Date: Saturday, 7
Marika Koroibete has won 37 caps for Australia - including starting all three of the recent games against France - and is the most experienced of the trio Australia have
Rugby Australia called Erasmus' comments about referee Berry "unacceptable" South Africa director of rugby Rassie Erasmus will face a misconduct hearing after his criticism of the match officials following their
The incident is alleged to have happened in the second half of Saturday's second Test British and Irish Lions prop Kyle Sinckler has been cited for an alleged bite during
Makazole Mapimpi's try gave South Africa a lead they never relinquished South Africa: (6) 27 Tries: Mapimpi, Am Con: Pollard Pens: Pollard 5 British and Irish Lions: (9) 9 Pens:
The British and Irish Lions beat South Africa 22-17 in the first Test Venue: Cape Town Stadium Dates: Saturday, 31 July Kick-off: 17:00 BST Coverage: Live text commentary on the
South Africa's director of rugby Rassie Erasmus acted as a water-carrier during the first Test with the British and Irish Lions South Africa boss Rassie Erasmus has piled further pressure
Argentina beat GB 17-12 in men's rugby sevens bronze-medal match Dates: 23 July-8 August Time in Tokyo: BST +8 Coverage: Watch live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Red Button
'I welcome the physical side of the game' - Lions centre Harris Head coach Warren Gatland has made three changes to his starting XV as the British and Irish Lions
England prop Mako Vunipola is on his third British and Irish Lions tour after being involved in 2013 and 2017 Venue: Cape Town Stadium Date: Saturday, 31 July Kick-off:17:00 BST
The aerial battle was keenly contested throughout South Africa: (12) 17 Try: De Klerk Pens: Pollard 4 British and Irish Lions: (3) 22 Try: Cowan-Dickie Con: Biggar Pens: Biggar 4,
Smith was part of the Harlequins side that won the Premiership title earlier this year The British and Irish Lions and Harlequins have both criticised former Ireland international Neil Francis'
Jonker was TMO when the Lions were beaten by South Africa A The British and Irish Lions have been left furious at the decision to have a South African as
We are pleased to announce the presentation of the title of Honorary Life Vice President of The Dorset & Wilts RFU to Mr Ronald David Jones. This award is made
Alun Wyn Jones is the world record cap holder with 157, which includes 148 internationals for Wales and the past nine British and Irish Lions Tests against South Africa, Australia
County Championship Review The County Championships Review Group (CCRG) continues to develop recommendations to present to the Community Game Board and the RFU Council. Having completed a data gathering phase
A big thank you to clubs working through the data tidy-up and sharing feedback with us. We know that some clubs have encountered challenges and would like longer to work
We have been working with our insurance partner Howdens to compile details for RFU community club insurance. The document below covers clubs, players, match officials, coaches and CBs. This also
We’re keen to update you on the progress being made as part of the RFU’s commitment to improving diversity and inclusion in rugby union. The RFU has been focussing on
Return to scrummaging should be introduced incrementally, with the initial emphasis on individual scrum specific conditioning and technique work. When players are ready, they can move to 1 v 1
We hope that clubs and players are enjoying the return to full contact training. While we’re all excited about being able to reintroduce scrums and mauls in training, we want
The British and Irish Lions have played their last two games at the Cape Town Stadium All three Tests between South Africa and the British and Irish Lions will now
The D&WRFU 2020 – 21 Annual General Meeting is tomorrow evening at 19.30 hrs Have your club voted yet. To vote Click here Please note that the vote closes
The team for the first Test on a Lions tour has never been a foregone conclusion. Particularly over the last three tours, we have gone through the process of trying
Tadhg Beirne performed well against the Stormers, but will he be picked for the first Test against South Africa? British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland says he expects
The British and Irish Lions suffered a bruising 17-13 defeat to South Africa A on Wednesday Date: Saturday, 17 July Kick-off: 17:00 BST Venue: Cape Town Stadium Coverage: Live text
Ludlow was sent to the sin bin for kneeing an opposition player in the head Lewis Ludlow has been banned for four matches for kneeing an opponent in the head
A reminder you can watch our update and discussion about First Aid/Immediate Care Provision. It covers the new FA/IC guidelines for 21-22 season and other areas within FA/IC provision including
Travel Funding reminder A reminder that the deadline to apply for travel funding is Friday 23 July. Below is a document in which you can find the criteria and application
With rugby set to resume as normal next season, there’s even more reason to join us in a national celebration of rugby from Monday 4 September! After the good news
Our Club Support Helpdesk FAQs are being updated with how new guidance will affect rugby clubs from Monday 19 July. Test and Trace remains in place at least until 18
Among the excitement of being allowed to scrum and maul again, we want to make sure that all players return safely. Coaches are responsible for working with all players to
Tom Curry made 36 metres with ball in hand, only Taulupe Faletau made more among the Lions pack The British and Irish Lions may have suffered their first defeat of
The British and Irish Lions won all four of their previous warm-up games comfortably Venue: Cape Town Stadium Date: Wednesday, 14 July Kick-off: 19:00 BST Coverage: Live text commentary on
The British and Irish Lions face South Africa A and the Stormers in their final two warm-up games before a Test series against the Springboks Venue: Cape Town Stadium Date:
Siya Kolisi captained South Africa to World Cup glory in 2019 South Africa captain Siya Kolisi has tested positive for Covid-19, two weeks before the first Test against the British
Russell (right) is one of eight Scots in the Lions squad - the largest contingent in 32 years Fly-half Finn Russell may be forced home from the British and Irish
Watson's sole appearance on the tour so far came off the bench in the opening match against Japan at Murrayfield Date: Saturday 10 July Kick-off: 17:00 BST Venue: Loftus Versfeld,
The proposed rematch will be played at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria rather than Ellis Park in Johannesburg Date: Saturday 10 July Kick-off: 17:00 BST Venue: Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria Coverage: Live
Josh Adams has scored eight tries for the Lions in three games Cell C Sharks: (0) 7 Try: Venter Con: Bosch British and Irish Lions: (26) 54 Tries: Adams 3,
Bulls were beaten by Benetton in the Pro14 Rainbow Cup final in June The British and Irish Lions' match against South African provincial team Vodacom Bulls on Saturday has been
Tom Curry has recovered from a pectoral injury and will face the Sharks Date: Wednesday, 7 July Kick-off: 18:00 BST Venue: Emirates Airline Park, Johannesburg Coverage: Live text commentary on
Josh Adams: Warren Gatland hails British and Irish Lions wing's try-scoring record Wales wing Josh Adams is hoping his British and Irish Lions try-scoring exploits have put down a marker
Hamish Watson won man of the match against the Sigma Lions, while Josh Adams scored four tries British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland says he is keeping an
Finn Russell (left) and Stuart Hogg (right) are two of five Scots in the team for the British and Irish Lions tour opener Date: Saturday 3 July Kick-off: 17:00 BST
Following approval by RFU Council on Friday 11 June, there are several critical changes to Regulation 9 and the associated guidelines for the 2021/2022 season. These have been included in
Fifita made his New Zealand debut against Argentina in 2017 Wasps have signed All Blacks forward Vaea Fifita for the 2021-22 season. The 29-year-old lock or flanker has 11 caps
Management Review - 2021-06-28
As we build up to the Summer Series you can watch the first of episode of The Next Level where Eddie Jones welcomes the new faces to the England Squad.
Vaccination centres need our help Local communities across the country will already appreciate the inspirational support provided by members of the rugby family during the pandemic. Would you like to
Clubs who are VAT registered are encouraged to take action to protect their ability to continue recovering all VAT incurred. An unintended consequence of clubhouse closures due to Covid has
Thank you to all clubs that have already registered their interest in Pitch up for Rugby via the link below. All interest needs to be registered by Friday 9 July.
Further to announcements within the Community Game Updates on 15th and 22nd June, more information can be found below on travel funding support available for season 2021/22. The document provides
The RFU Council has today voted in favour of a range of structural changes to improve the financial stability and sustainability of professional rugby during the next three seasons while
Conor Murray has played in five Tests for the British and Irish Lions Captain Conor Murray says the British and Irish Lions want to "put a smile on people's faces"
I cannot quite understand how gutted Alun Wyn Jones must be not to be going on the Lions tour, but unfortunately there is no time for the players to dwell
South Africa have not played a Test match since winning the Rugby World Cup in November 2019 South Africa director of rugby Rassie Erasmus said there is "no threat" to
Captain Alun Wyn Jones is preparing to embark on his fourth Lions tour Venue: Murrayfield, Edinburgh Date: Saturday, 26 June Kick-off: 15:00 BST Captain Alun Wyn Jones says the British
Tadhg Furlong takes Zander Fagerson's place in the Lions team Date: Saturday 26 June Kick-off:15:00 BST Venue: Murrayfield, Edinburgh Coverage: Live text commentary on BBC Sport website and app. Zander
As we build up to the Summer Series you can watch the first of episode of The Next Level where Eddie welcomes the new faces to the England Squad. Watch
Travel Funding 2021/22 Details on travel funding support and application process will be shared on 29 June 2021 in the next Community Game Update. Princess thanks volunteers HRH The Princess
After such a challenging, disrupted year due to the pandemic, it has never been more important to keep in touch. Connecting with players and members will be essential ahead of
We have now consolidated our information regarding the organisation of rugby camps into one guide. This guidance is for all camp organisers at member clubs, educational institutions, Constituent Bodies (CB)
A local competitions organisers’ guide has been developed to provide support when planning competitions, to help get players on the pitch, playing the game they love. Included in the guide
Following on from the Regulation 9 changes announced last week, the Community Rugby Pitch-side First Aid and Immediate Care Provision Guidelines supporting this regulation for the 21-22 season is now
Pitch up for Rugby is making a welcome return and we are encouraging clubs, players, officials, volunteers and fans across the country to get involved in a national celebration of
We are thrilled that so many community rugby clubs across the country have benefited from the Rugby Union Winter Survival Fund. Over the past few months, community rugby clubs nationwide have been boosted
Tipuric's sole Test cap for the Lions came as a replacement in the decisive third Test against Australia in 2013 Wales flanker Justin Tipuric has come into the British and
The British and Irish Lions have been put through their paces on a training camp in Jersey Date: Saturday 26 June Kick-off: 15:00 BST Venue: Murrayfield, Edinburgh Coverage: Live text
Leicester and Bristol players and staff clashed after the full-time whistle at Welford Road earlier this month Tom Youngs has accepted a charge of disrespecting a match official during Leicester's
We want to build something here for the future - Jones Manu Tuilagi has been included in Eddie Jones' updated 36-player England squad for their summer Tests against the USA
Louis Lynagh, son of Australian great Michael, brought Quins back within four points and had a second try ruled out Bristol Bears (28) 36 Tries: Earl, Malins 3, Morahan, Randall
Warren Gatland and Sam Warburton during the British and Irish Lions' squad announcement for the 2017 tour of New Zealand Former British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton believes Warren
Cardiff Blues intended to go into 2021-22 with Cory Hill and Matthew Screech among their lock options Wales have replaced lock Cory Hill with Matthew Screech for their summer Tests
Dave Ewers (left) and Sam Skinner have been key figures in Exeter's success this season Exeter boss Rob Baxter has criticised "frightening inconsistency" in how dangerous tackles are being interpreted
All our Coaching, Refereeing, and Club webinars are on-demand, alongside the webinars coming up below. First aid and immediate care The next RugbySafe webinar on Wednesday 30 June will cover
Below are other stories published recently that we would ask you to share further. • We have sent this video to adult male players at level 2 and below to
Further to the introduction of legislation on taxation of Coronavirus Business Support and Job Retention Scheme Grants, HMRC have published detailed guidance on how these new tax rules apply. The
The finalised women’s league structure and fixture schedules for each of the leagues are available below. Please be aware that, as a result of feedback, some changes may have been
Thank you to everyone who attended and asked questions at Friday’s virtual AGM. Over the coming weeks on EnglandRugby.com you will be able find a copy of the speeches made
Covid-19 will continue to have a major impact on RFU revenues for 2021/22 and beyond, with spectator capacities at Twickenham still unknown. In addition to the impact in this upcoming
Changes to Regulation 9 and the related First Aid and Immediate Care Provision Guidelines for the new season: Regulation 9.3 now includes that clubs must complete a risk assessment and
Following the RFU Council meeting on Friday 11 June, we would like to make CBs and Clubs aware of two key regulation changes that will come into effect for the
Following yesterday’s announcement by the Prime Minister to delay Step 4 until Monday 19 July to enable more people to be vaccinated, we remain at Stage D2 on the rugby
The D&WRFU are pleased to announce the return of the highly successful Dorset & Wiltshire Coaching Conferences. Dorset Date: Saturday 17th July 2021. Venue: TBC Wiltshire Date:
The D&WRFU would like to invite applications from suitable candidates to fill the vacancies listed below. CHAIR OF SECLECTORS MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY You would be responsible for the day to day
The United Rugby Championship - how the revamped competition will work The Pro14 will rebrand as the United Rugby Championship (URC) when South Africa's four teams join the competition in
Dave Ewers has been a key part of Exeter's attack this season, scoring seven tries in all competitions Influential Exeter flanker Dave Ewers could miss the play-offs after being cited
England number eight Billy Vunipola scored two tries in nine minutes after the break Ealing Trailfinders (0) Saracens (27) 60 Tries: Itoje, Davies, George, B Vunipola 2, Penalty, Tompkins,
Luke Cowan-Dickie's try began the Exeter fightback shortly after going down to 14 men Exeter: (3) 20 Tries: Cowan-Dickie, Townsend Cons: J Simmonds 2 Pens: J Simmonds 2 Sale: (14)
1,200 fans returned to the RDS to watch Leinster's final game of the season Leinster (19) 38 Tries: O'Brien, Ringrose, Larmour 2, Baird, Penny Cons: R Byrne 4 Dragons (7)
We want to build something here for the future - Jones Eddie Jones has compared his latest squad selection to playing a game of roulette as he looks to unearth
Rob Howley: Shane Williams welcomes rugby return of former Wales coach Former Wales and British and Irish Lions wing Shane Williams believes Warren Gatland's 2021 tourists will defeat world champions
World Cup winners Damian de Allende and RG Snyman were named in South Africa's squad to face the Lions Munster quartet CJ Stander, Damian de Allende, RG Snyman and Mike
Principles of Lineout’ courses in July. Please pass this information onto those coaches within your clubs who may be interested/would benefit from attending. They can book on by using the
There will be no Community Game Update (CGU) this week, the next CGU will be on the 15th of June.
Sinckler has been called up to the British and Irish Lions squad to replace the injured Andrew Porter Kyle Sinckler says "life is crazy" after being called up by the
Exeter and Sale will play on the final day of the season to decide who has a home match in the play-offs Northampton Saints (18) 26 Tries: Hutchinson (2), Haywood
Bristol Bears are now certain of a top-two Premiership finish Leicester Tigers (6) 23 Tries: Liebenberg, Montoya Cons: McPhillips 2 Pens: McPhillips 3 Bristol Bears (14) 26 Tries: Radradra 2,
Sale wing Marland Yarde scored against his former club to take his tally to seven Premiership tries this season Sale (26) 45 Tries: Van der Merwe, Yarde, McGuigan, Neild, Van
Sean O'Brien was promoted from the academy at Irish club Connacht in 2015 Premiership champions Exeter have announced the signing of Irish centre Sean O'Brien for the 2021-22 season. The
Eddie Jones will return to a more hands-on role with England's attack this summer Head coach Eddie Jones is looking to unearth some "fresh, energetic, enthusiastic players who want to
Edinburgh flanker Jamie Ritchie will captain Scotland in their three summer Tests Scotland have included 17 uncapped players in a 37-man squad for Test matches against England A, Romania and
Shaunagh Brown (right) was player of the match in Harlequins' first Premier 15s final victory Harlequins prop Shaunagh Brown called out those who have said "women's rugby is not good
Harlequins captain Rachael Burford went off injured in the first half but hobbled back on to the pitch to lift the trophy Saracens: (7) 17 Tries: M Packer 2, De
Harlequins celebrate Luke Northmore's try, which sealed a bonus point and a play-off spot Harlequins (32) 44 Tries: Kenningham, Care, Marchant, Northmore, Lewies, Landajo Cons: Smith 4 Pens: Smith 2
Bristol centre Semi Radradra's high tackle on Sale scrum-half Raffi Quirke saw him sent to the sin-bin Sale (0) 22 Tries: D du Preez, R du Preez, Langdon Cons: MacGinty
England will be looking to go one better than the 2017 tournament, when they finished runners-up to New Zealand England will open their Rugby World Cup campaign next year against
Louis Rees-Zammit at the first gathering of the 2021 British and Irish Lions, carrying the mascot as the youngest player in the 37-man party The British and Irish Lions squad
Bath Rugby have today unveiled the club’s commitment to the growth and sustainability of women and girls’ rugby in the region. Following a considerable period of research, learning and discovery
Project Rugby is an initiative between Premiership Rugby and England Rugby to increase participation in rugby by people from traditionally under-represented groups, including ethnically diverse communities. Cheick Kone, one of
All our Coaching, Refereeing, and Club webinars are on-demand, alongside the webinars coming up below. Age Grade development days Starting next week, the England Rugby Schools Union will be hosting
We have some important dates that we would like clubs and CBs to be aware of in case you would like to help promote them. We can supply you with
A review into the National Girls' Cup for under 15s and under 18s took place in early 2020. The competition will start with pools in each region and then split.
With the return to rugby now in full flow, we advise clubs to take a look at their player data on GMS. Players will have joined and left over the
September 2020 NatWest RugbyForce was a bumper edition, combining activity delayed due to the pandemic and plan for season, at a time when clubs needed it the most. As a
Please remind club members and spectators to adhere to all relevant government Covid-19 guidance at all times. We are all in this together and must show that we, as a
Wales' Six Nations match against France in February 2020 was the last time the Principality Stadium hosted supporters Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) chief Steve Phillips hopes 10,000 fans can attend
The programme is made up of two two-day residential workshops Workshop 1 will be at the start of October 2021. Workshop 2 will then take place towards the end of
Please visit the link below to see an article from this weekend’s Rugby Paper, featuring Bryanston School. Bryanston School_2021-05-23 The Rugby Paper is full of articles and stories about rugby and is
Juan Cruz Mallia's try put Toulouse into the lead midway through the second half La Rochelle: (12) 17 Tries: Kerr-Barlow Pens: West (4) Toulouse: (9) 22 Tries: Mallia Pens: Ntamack
Poppy Cleall powered over for two tries in the second semi-final of the day Saracens (21) 28 Tries: P Cleall (2), B Cleall (2) Cons: Harrison (4) Loughborough: (19) 24
Freddie Steward made his Tigers debut in January 2019 at the age of 19 Head coach Steve Borthwick says the performance of Leicester's youngsters in their 18-17 Challenge Cup defeat
Montpellier's Challenge Cup victory came five years after they first won the competition Leicester (10) 17 Tries: Wells, Wiese Cons: Ford 2 Pens: Ford Montpellier: (10) 18 Tries: Rattez, Goosen
Mike Brown accepted the charge of stamping at his original disciplinary hearing on 11 May Harlequins full-back Mike Brown will appeal against the length of the ban handed to him
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A limited number of fans attended Edinburgh's Pro14 match with Glasgow Warriors in August in 2020 A crowd of 16,500 is set to watch the British and Irish Lions' warm-up
CBs and clubs are reminded that we must remain at Stage D2 on the return to rugby roadmap. As announced on Friday, Government has not given permission for community rugby
During Mental Health Awareness Week last week, we and our trusted health partner Simplyhealth, published a range of material to help the rugby community enhance their wellbeing and provide support
Get tickets to watch England men This week marks the gradual return of supporters to sporting fixtures. With the Summer Series set to kick-off against the USA on Sunday 4
During the recent round of club huddles, it was agreed that we should hold a County wide huddle around Clubhouse management/reopening, led by Vince Hayward from Salisbury RFC. Date: Monday
Charles Piutau crossed in the second half after spurning a glorious chance at the end of the first period Bristol (13) 39 Tries: Malins, C Piutau, Earl, Hughes, Radradra Cons:
The University of Bath would like to offer you the opportunity to attend our WP Sports Performance Summer School; a sports focused event for year 12's with practical and academic
Recognised as one of the UK’s leading concussion awareness and education resources, the RFU’s HEADCASE programme aims to increase understanding and provide information on concussion and other related topics, including
Justin Tipuric helps Morgan Morris dive over for an Ospreys try against Dragons at Rodney Parade Dragons (14) 26 Tries: J Holmes 2, Baker, Dyer Cons: S Davies 3 Ospreys
Ellis Genge crossed twice and was shown a yellow card in an eventful first half Leicester Tigers (29) 35 Tries: Scott, Genge 2, T Youngs Cons: Ford 3 Pens: Ford
Sale's Byron McGuigan and Bath's Cameron Redpath were both among the try scorers at The Rec Bath (17) 20 Tries: Redpath, Bayliss Cons: Priestland 2 Pens: Priestland 2 Sale (17)
Unfortunately, despite our best efforts to secure approval, government has not given permission for us to re-instate scrums and mauls in community rugby from next week. This applies to both
Learn how to raise money for sports organisations through crowdfunding The Active Together programme, which is run in partnership with us, is giving sports clubs and community groups the skills
How you can support your local 5km events Over the past few weeks, parkrun have been contacting the landowners of their 589 5km events in England. So far there's been
Sixty-thousand people have a sudden cardiac arrest within the community every year in the UK and only one in 10 people survive, but if effective action is taken within the
Sport England 10-year vision to transform lives and communities through sport and physical activity. It outlines the work Sport England are up to the end of March 2022, supported by
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On Friday 31 December 2020, the freedom of movement between the UK and EU ended. However, EU citizens and their family members who were already living in the UK by
This is an important notice on the effect of Brexit for players with Foreign or Non-Foreign Player status due to the United Kingdom having now left the European Union. The
Congratulations to Bryanston Old Boy and former Dorset and Wilts player Huw Bennett who has been chosen to go with the Lions to South Africa as the Strength and Conditioning
All things being well, the Commonwealth Games 2022, as you know will be taking place here in the UK, the main hosting city being Birmingham. The organisers are now looking
Your club is invited to nominate a representative to register to attend the RFU South West Workshop aimed at providing advice and guidance on supporting clubs on how we transition
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Mike Brown was also sin-binned against Wasps for a deliberate knock-on in the first half Mike Brown's Harlequins career appears to be over after he was given a six-week ban
We have our previous Coaching, Refereeing, and Club webinars on-demand, alongside the webinar coming up below. Sponsorship – Maximising partnerships – Thursday 13 May 7–8pm England Rugby Commercial Partnerships Account
Volunteer week is being celebrated between Tuesday 1st and Monday 7th June and we are keen to feature some of rugby’s amazing volunteers on englandrugby.com and in Touchline. Please send
During Mental Health Awareness Week, we are highlighting the integral role of rugby clubs across the country in supporting their communities. You can read about how clubs are raising mental
Since Monday’s announcement about the relaxation of Covid restrictions from Monday 17 May, we have remained in discussion with government around permission for us to move to the next stage
New Zealand will hope to repeat their 2017 victory in front of a home crowd in 2022. The women's 2021 Rugby World Cup has been rescheduled for 8 October-12 November
England played their 2021 Six Nations home games behind closed doors at Twickenham Fans will be able to watch England at Twickenham for the first time since December when Eddie
Max Malins scored two tries and had a third disallowed as Bristol impressed Bath (15) 20 Tries: Watson 2, Priestland Cons: Spencer Pens: Spencer Bristol Bears (7) 40 Tries: Hughes,
AJ MacGinty set up Sale's first try and kicked 16 points Sale Sharks (16) 26 Tries: McGuigan, Yarde Cons: MacGinty 2 Pens: MacGinty 4 Leicester Tigers (3) 10 Tries: Penalty
Warren Gatland has named a fantastic British and Irish Lions squad for this summer's tour of South Africa. One thing Gatland tends to get right is his selection. It was
Alun Wyn Jones has been part of three Lions tours Wales great Alun Wyn Jones will be confirmed as captain of the British and Irish Lions when head coach Warren
Kieran Hardy, Sam Simmonds and Simon Zebo are among the outsiders hoping to be named in Warren Gatland's squad A 23-year-old Martin Johnson made his British and Irish Lions debut
La Rochelle's maul was a thorn in Leinster's side throughout the contest La Rochelle (12) 32 Tries: Alldritt, Skelton Cons: West 2 Pens: West 5 Drop-goal: West Leinster (13) 23
Yacouba Camara's try put Montpellier into a 23rd-minute lead and Bath never got in front of them again Bath: (10) 10 Tries: Dunn Cons: Spencer Pens: Spencer Montpellier: (16) 19
England beat France to claim the Women's Six Nations title last weekend Women's Six Nations champions England's Test in France was called off in the 63rd minute after the floodlights
Dorset & Wilts RFU will be joining the sporting community in taking part in a social media blackout from 15:00 BST on Friday 30 April to 23:59 BST on Monday
Five profiles from across the area of coaches/players who have made a huge difference to women’s rugby, as part of our ‘Women and Girls Heroes’ campaign.
A spotlight video on East Dorset Dockers RFC’s skills challenges which you can download here (it’s only available for a week): Click here
A spotlight video on Royal Wootton Bassett RFC’s amazing mental health campaign which you can download here (also only available for a week): Click here
Social Media update We wanted to share the following with you to make you aware that England Rugby will be joining the social media blackout this weekend, from 15:00 BST
Poppy Cleall was the choice of the majority of the 12,000 votes submitted by the public Venue: Stade Lille-Metropole Dates: Friday, 30 April Kick-off: 20:00 BST Coverage: Watch live on
On Wednesday 28th April 2021, the voting members of English Rugby Counties Association (ERCA) voted to disband the organization after many decades of selfless volunteering to rugby.
English football and cricket clubs and institutions will boycott Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for four days Rugby union and cricket will join football's social media boycott to tackle abuse and
Remember you have until Sunday 2 May to submit your nominees for the Mitsubishi Motors Volunteer of the Year Awards 2021. This season there are three national award categories: •
Wasps captain Joe Launchbury was part of the England squad that reached the 2019 World Cup final Wasps lock Joe Launchbury will miss this summer's British and Irish Lions tour
The D&WRFU are pleased to announce our newly added Club News page https://dwrugby.co.uk/category/club-news/ To submit your club’s news just email your stories to admin@dwrugby.co.uk
Are spectators allowed? Government guidance does not permit spectators at sporting events that take place on private land, this includes private rugby club sites. This does not apply to carers
Highlights: England beat France to win Women's Six Nations England: (7) 10 Try: P Cleall; Con: Scarratt; Pen: Scarratt France: (0) 6 Pens: Drouin 2 England won the Women's Six
Poppy Cleall (right) and Saracens team-mate Hannah Botterman (left) have been running a tuck shop in England camp Venue: Twickenham Stoop Date: Saturday, 24 April Kick-off: 14:00 BST Coverage: Watch
Keith's funeral will be held at Semington Crematorium on Wednesday 28th April @ 3.15 pm. As you are all aware, due to the current Covid restrictions, numbers attending funerals are
We have our previous Coaching, Refereeing, and Club webinars on-demand, alongside those coming up below. Webinar: Rugby Union Winter Survival Fund – Introduction to Asset Improvement Loans The RFU has
Following RFU Council’s vote on Friday, the below changes have been agreed to Payment of Players, Regulation 7. 1. The following changes to the thresholds at Level 3, 4 and
From Monday 26 April we will return to Stage D2 on the rugby roadmap, which includes contact fixtures with adapted laws. Please familiarise yourselves with the guidance below. A video
Ugo Monye earned 16 international caps and now works as a TV and radio pundit after retiring from playing in 2015 Ex-England wing Ugo Monye hopes that as chair of
Will Muir scored in either half for Bath, who have won three of their past four Premiership games Bath (7) 21 Tries: Muir 2, Reid Cons: Spencer 3 Leicester (9)
Women's Six Nations: Watch best tries as France thrash Ireland Ireland (8) 15 Tries: Moloney, Hooban Con: Flood Pen: Tyrrell France (38) 56 Tries: Boujard 2, Boulard, penalty try, N'Diaye,
John Dawes was inducted to the World Rugby Hall of Fame in 2016 Legendary former Wales and British and Irish Lions captain and coach John Dawes has died at the
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Under the trial laws, Ospreys could have replaced George North after he was sent off for a dangerous challenge against Dragons in August 2020 Teams in the inaugural Rainbow Cup
Ireland returned from a six month absence in style with a 45-0 win over Wales last weekend Venue: Donnybrook, Dublin Date: Saturday, 17 April Kick-off: 14:15 BST Coverage: Watch live
Applications are now OPEN for the Rugby Union Winter Survival Fund Asset Improvement Loan. The deadline to submit an application is 5pm on Tuesday 11 May. There are a number
'Some quality players will miss out on Lions squad' - Gatland Some England players may miss out on the British and Irish Lions tour because of poor Six Nations form
We are contacting you to help us understand the views and opinions of all individuals in the community game on the County Championship competition. The results of this survey will
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of Dorset & Wilts. RFU Ltd will be held by electronic means.at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, 21st July 2021. Please note
The RFU Age Grade Summer Activity Framework is published on the Return to Rugby Page today, Friday 9 April. Summer Activity Guide Summer Activity Overview The framework and guidance will
Women's Six Nations: Watch Dow's try as England thrash Italy Italy: (3) 3 Pen: Sillari England: (17) 67 Tries: Scarratt, Fleetwood, Dow 2, Millar-Mills, Rowland, B Cleall, MacDonald, Davies; Pens:
Owen Farrell was an ever-present for England in this year's Six Nations, with four of his five starts coming at centre England captain Owen Farrell's return to action for Saracens
We are preparing for the competitive season to start as expected in September 2021, subject to the continued progress along the government and Return to Rugby roadmaps. In light of
It was wonderful to see so many people enjoying being back on the pitch last week and over the Easter weekend. As planned, we are preparing to move to Stage
Ahead of reaching Step 2 on the government roadmap on Monday, we will update our Helpdesk FAQs in line with government guidance that will come into effect from Monday 12
We aim to open applications for the Rugby Union Winter Survival Fund Asset Improvement Loan programme on Tuesday 13 April, subject to government approval. Download the prospectus for further information
Sarah Hunter (left) helped England to Six Nations Grand Slams in 2019 and 2020 Venue: Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi, Parma Date: Saturday 10 April Kick-off: 14:00 BST Coverage: Watch live on
Kruis has won 45 England caps and one for the British and Irish Lions Around the start of 2019, George Kruis asked England coach Eddie Jones for a private word.
South Africa have not played since beating England in the 2019 Rugby World Cup final South Africa are tentatively beginning preparations for July's British and Irish Lions tour with groups
In her second BBC Sport column of the 2021 Women's Six Nations, England prop Shaunagh Brown critiques their win against Scotland and discusses fantasy rugby and the importance of a
South Africa scrum-half Faf de Klerk controlled the game for Sale Scarlets (0) 14 Tries: Owens, Morgan Cons: Halfpenny 2 Sale (23) 57 Tries: A van der Merwe 2, MacGinty,
Women's Six Nations: 'Brilliant' Breach's solo try as England thrash Scotland England: (33) 52 Tries: Packer, Riley, Davies, B Cleall, Breach, Rowland, P Cleall, penalty Cons: Scarratt 5 Scotland: (3)
Watson started all five matches and last the full 80 minutes in four of them Scotland flanker Hamish Watson has topped the vote for this year's player of the Six
The RFU is conducting a review of its transgender policy which sets out the eligibility criteria for playing contact rugby union in England. As part of the review process, the
Venue: Castle Park, Doncaster Date: Saturday, 3 April Kick-off: 15:00 BST Coverage: Watch on BBC iPlayer; listen on BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra and follow live text commentary on
We are pleased to announce that John Constable (Swanage & Wareham RFC), has been selected to be the new RFU Council Representative for the Dorset & Wilts RFU. John will
The Rugby Football Union has stopped short of an outright ban on transgender women playing contact rugby as recommended by World Rugby Transgender women over a certain height and weight
We have now had confirmation from Government and Sport England on car sharing for sport and physical activity. This is not permitted at step 1 and 2 and car sharing
We have had a number of questions on first aid facilities, so please see information below: • Exceptions must be made for essential activity, such as the provision of first
For businesses in England, including rugby clubs, new Restart Grants will launch in April 2021. Businesses in the hospitality, leisure, personal care, and fitness industries could be eligible for grants
Coronavirus and the difficulties in keeping the mostly amateur players safe have resulted in a new slot in the calendar and format for 2021 Dates: 3-24 April Coverage: All games
Owen Farrell and Maro Itoje have played for the same school, club and national team Maro Itoje says that England and Saracens team-mate Owen Farrell is a "phenomenal" captain who
Matthew Screech celebrates his second first-half try for Dragons Dragons (24) 24 Tries: Screech 2, Holmes Cons: S Davies 3 Pen: S Davies Edinburgh: (5) 17 Tries: Kunavula, Shiel, Kinghorn
Callum Sheedy's late penalty sealed a dramatic late win for Bristol in a see-sawing contest with Quins at Ashton Gate Bristol (21) 35 Tries: Attwood, Harding, O'Conor, Penalty, Sinckler Cons:
Allianz Inner Warrior returns in May! We are thrilled to be able to invite you to host a Warrior Camp to welcome female players back to your club. Back in
In 1906, a statistician called Francis Galton went to a country fair in Plymouth. There he saw a competition. Visitors paid six pence at time to guess the weight of
The age grade out of season regulation (see 15.8) is suspended in 2021. This is replaced with an RFU Summer Training and Playing Framework this year to enable age grade
Nick Haining has been promoted to the starting XV for Scotland Venue: Stade de France, Paris Date: Friday, 26 March Kick-off: 20:00 GMT Coverage: Watch on BBC One, BBC iPlayer
It is with great sadness that the Dorset & Wilts Rugby Football Union must inform you of the passing of Richard Erven on the 17th of March 2021. "Richard Erven
Mitsubishi Motors Volunteer of the Year winners Mitsubishi Motors Volunteer of the Year Awards 2020 drew to a close on Friday with a virtual awards evening recognising the effort and
Training for Coaches, Match Officials and Volunteers will start again from next month to support the return to play. In line with the government’s four step road map, we are
Return to Rugby - on field guidance Stage D1 (from Monday 29 March) and Stage D2 (from Monday 26 April) guidance below includes advice for incremental contact training, building up
Scotland fly-half Finn Russell is fit to start against France in Paris Venue: Stade de France, Paris Date: Friday, 26 March Kick-off: 20:00 GMT Coverage: Watch on BBC One, BBC
Safeguarding Courses Date Location Play it Safe 26/04/2021 North Dorset RFC All Courses - 7-10pm 28/04/2021 Weymouth & Portland RFC 29/04/2021 Bournemouth RFC 05/05/2021 Wimborne RFC 25/05/2021 Weymouth & Portland
The British and Irish Lions drew their three-Test series against then-world champions New Zealand in 2017 The British and Irish Lions plan to tour South Africa this summer after rejecting
Sean Maitland started at full-back in Scotland's win over Italy on Saturday Date: Friday 26 March Kick-off: 20:00 GMT Venue: Stade de France, Paris Coverage: Watch on BBC One, BBC
Wales' late defeat by France to end their Six Nations Grand Slam hopes will haunt them for years to come. They were 30-27 up and in possession when they were
Six Nations 2021: Van der Merwe scores twice as Scotland run riot at Murrayfield Scotland: (24) 52 Tries: Cherry 2, Van der Merwe 2, Graham, Jones, Steele, Johnson Con: Hogg
Ospreys lock Adam Beard made his Wales debut on tour against Samoa in 2017 Venue: Stade de France, Paris Date: Saturday, 20 March Kick-off: 20:00 GMT Coverage: Live on BBC
Curry, who started four Six Nations games at number eight in 2020, has developed his ball-carrying ability since his Test debut Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin Date: Saturday 20 March Kick-off:
Ireland held on for a tense Six Nations victory at Murrayfield Scotland (10) 24 Tries: Russell, Jones, Watson Cons: Russell, Hogg 2 Pens: Russell Ireland: (14) 27 Tries: Henshaw, Beirne
Six Nations 2021: Wales score seven tries to thrash Italy in Rome Italy: (0) 7 Tries: Ioane Cons: Garbisi Wales: (27) 48 Tries: Adams, Faletau, Owens 2, North, Sheedy, Rees-Zammit
Venue: Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh Date: Sunday, 14 March Kick-off: 15:00 GMT Coverage: Live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, Radio 5 Live Sports Extra, BBC Radio Scotland, BBC Radio Ulster, BBC
Please vist https://help.rfu.com/support/solutions/articles/15000034625-known-issues-log March 11th 2021 Todays biggy is the top one * People Dashboard stats not pulling across correctly for adult players, adults players with memberships and coach data.
Max Malins has six England caps but has never started for his country before Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 13 March Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Listen to commentary on BBC
Scarlets scrum-half Gareth Davies has played 60 internationals for Wales Venue: Stadio Olimpico, Rome Date: Saturday, 13 March Kick-off: 14:15 GMT Coverage: Live BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC
Fly-half Luke Scully (centre) kicked 10 points to help Cornish Pirates to victory over Saracens Cornish Pirates (8) 25 Tries: Duncan, Frost, Davies Cons: Scully 2 Pens: Scully 2 Saracens
Willis scored a try in England's win over Italy but later had 10 minutes of medical attention on the field England and Wasps flanker Jack Willis "could be out for
France head coach Fabien Galthie (right) and star player Antoine Dupont (left) were two of those who tested positive for coronavirus in the French camp There was no wrongdoing by
Kieran Hardy scored a try for Wales before having to leave the field against England Venue: Stadio Olimpico, Rome Date: Saturday, 13 March Kick-off: 14:15 GMT Coverage: Live BBC Radio
David Ribbans was among 12 uncapped players in England's training squad last autumn Northampton lock David Ribbans has been called up to the England squad for their final two Six
Wales v England: Wales beat England 40-24 after an incident-packed match "This team is finished now. There will be a new team made." The words of England boss Eddie Jones
Galthie (left) and Laporte - a former France coach himself - have worked together for many years France head coach Fabien Galthie has been backed by his federation despite leaving
I have to give credit to England for getting back into Saturday's Six Nations game after Wales were awarded two controversial tries, but I cannot get my head around the
The Principality Stadium, usually a cauldron of noise, will be empty for England's visit on Saturday Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Date: Saturday, 27 February Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Live on
Courtney Lawes returned to England's starting XV for their second-round win against Italy Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Dates: Saturday, 27 February Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Watch live coverage on BBC
France are favourites to win the Six Nations after victories against Italy and Ireland Scotland's Six Nations match with France is unlikely to take place next weekend after a further
France captain Charles Ollivon is among those isolating and unavailable for Scotland's visit Venue: Stade de France Date: Sunday, 28 February Kick-off: 15:00 GMT Coverage: Live on BBC One, BBC
Billy Vunipola has earned 58 caps for England so far Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Dates: Saturday, 27 February Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Watch live coverage on BBC One or BBC
Captain Charles Ollivon is one of 10 France players to have tested positive for coronavirus so far Scotland's Six Nations match in Paris on Sunday has been thrown into further
Arthur Vincent, centre, is one of five French players who will miss the Scotland game Five of the French side who started the Six Nations win over Ireland will miss
Antoine Dupont has become France's key player over the past two years France's Gabin Villiere and Mohamed Haouas have joined Antoine Dupont in testing positive for Covid-19 and are doubts
Caelan Doris produced a man-of-the-match display against Scotland but had to pull out of the Ireland squad before the Six Nations opener against Wales Ireland's Caelan Doris looks likely to
James Haskell (left) suffered concussion after a tackle for Wasps against Leicester in January 2017 Wales international Josh Navidi and former England flanker James Haskell are among rugby figures calling
'What a key moment that could be' - Scotland's Zander Fagerson sent off Scotland prop Zander Fagerson will miss the rest of the Six Nations following his red card against
France are favourites to win the 2021 Six Nations title after victory in their first two games France's Six Nations squad is in isolation after a staff member tested positive
Louis Rees-Zammit and Dan Robson were both winners in the second round of Six Nations action As the Six Nations heads into a rest weekend, there is more time to
Owen Farrell is an England great but right now it is as if he does not fit in the side's attacking structure. Whatever is going on in his rugby life,
Scotland's Stuart Hogg explains how the time away from rugby made him a better captain. Venue: Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh Date: Saturday, 13 February Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Watch live on
The RFU council has approved scrapping relegation from the Premiership this season, BBC Sport can reveal. A vote passed on Friday with a "strong majority", meaning the league will be
Plenty of Scotland players caught the eye after their win against England No more than three Scots have been selected in an initial British and Irish Lions squad this century.
Dave Egerton played his last game for England in 1990 Dave Egerton, the former Bath and England back row, has died at the age of 59. Egerton won seven England
Scotland's Finn Russell and Wales' Alun Wyn Jones helped their sides win on the opening weekend The stadiums were closed to supporters on the opening weekend of the Six Nations
Scotland's first win at Twickenham since 1983 was the most complete and authoritative Scottish performance I have seen in my life. It was as comprehensive a performance as New Zealand
Scotland made an incredible comeback in a 2019 Calcutta Cup game that finished 38-38 Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 6 February Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Listen to commentary on BBC
Alun Wyn Jones made his Wales debut on tour against Argentina in 2006 Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Date: Sunday, 7 February Kick-off: 15:00 GMT Coverage: Live on BBC One, BBC
Cameron Redpath and Ollie Lawrence previously played together for England Under-20s Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday 6 February Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Listen to commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live
Six Nations Rugby Limited has announced new dates for the rescheduled 2021 Women’s and U20s Six Nations Championships. Last month it was announced that both tournaments had been postponed because of the
Will England's Ellis Genge and Wales' Alun Wyn Jones be in Warren Gatland's 2021 British and Irish Lions squad? Dates: 6 February to 20 March Coverage: Watch live coverage &
Caelan Doris was arguably Ireland's standout performer during the inaugural Autumn Nations Cup Ireland forwards Caelan Doris and Quinn Roux have been ruled out of Sunday's Six Nations opener against
Scotland's Cameron Redpath, England's Paolo Odogwu, Wales' Tomos Williams and Ireland's James Lowe have all been included in Six Nations squads Dates: 6 February to 20 March Coverage: Watch live
Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones is among those who want the tour to go ahead this year Rugby Australia has offered to host this summer's British and Irish Lions series
Tom Smith: Scottish and Lions legend discusses his cancer diagnosis "My eight-year-old at the time was asking if I was going to die. It's a difficult question to answer if
BBC One will show Wales v Ireland on the opening weekend of the 2021 Six Nations Dates: 6 February to 20 March Coverage: Watch live coverage & highlights on BBC
Scotland's Finn Russell went off injured against Wales last October Fly-half Finn Russell has a "totally different mindset" since his Scotland return and is "coaching" players in training, captain Stuart
Gregor Townsend was fly-half for the Lions' two Test victories in the series win over the Springboks in 1997 The value of the British and Irish Lions "cannot be underestimated",
Eddie Jones' England start their Six Nations defence against Scotland at Twickenham on 6 February Boss Eddie Jones says England will be looking to "adapt and evolve" their gameplan during
Ulster winger and full back Jacob Stockdale has not played since injuring his knee on 3 January Ulster back Jacob Stockdale has been left out of Andy Farrell's Ireland squad
Odogwu played for Leicester and Sale before this breakthrough season with Wasps Rugby is a game for all shapes and sizes. That's what they say. If so, it was ill-prepared
To help build a better understanding of our players across the game there will be a participation survey sent over the coming weeks.Doing so will allow better insight to inform
Bath's entire squad were told to self-isolate at home after the false positive tests Premiership Rugby has launched an investigation after a number of false positive Covid-19 tests. But an
Harlequins forward Kristine Sommer had expressed concerns at the lack of coronavirus testing in Premier 15s Coronavirus testing will be introduced in England's top tier of women's rugby when the
The Mitsubishi Motors Rugby Leadership Network is an exciting and unique opportunity to acquire valuable skills as well as gain access to key RFU resources. To ensure our clubs are
In the coming weeks, the RFU will be running a series of Game Changer webinars. The webinars focus on developing meaningful games-based practices to effectively facilitate player development in a
Eddie Jones has been England head coach since 2015 England head coach Eddie Jones is self-isolating after forwards coach Matt Proudfoot tested positive for Covid-19. Jones and attack coach Simon
Scotland's last match was a 31-16 defeat by Ireland in Dublin in the Autumn Nations Cup on 5 December Scotland's squad for the Six Nations is announced on Wednesday with
The win against Edinburgh was only Glasgow's third Pro14 victory of the season Glasgow Warriors can use their thrilling victory against Edinburgh as a "springboard" during a difficult season, says
Maro Itoje (centre, celebrating) was a key part of the British and Irish Lions drawn series against New Zealand in 2017 Maro Itoje's CV doesn't have many gaps. Multiple Six
Alex Sanderson won five caps for England between 2001 and 2003 Sale Sharks have appointed former England flanker Alex Sanderson as their new director of rugby. The 41-year-old returns to
Jamie Ritchie has 23 caps for Scotland Scotland flanker Jamie Ritchie has extended his stay with Edinburgh by signing what the club say is the "longest contract" in their history.
Kyle Sinckler joined Bristol Bears on a two-year deal in July Bristol Bears and England prop Kyle Sinckler will miss the start of the Six Nations after being banned for
In the coming weeks the RFU we will releasing a series of Game Changer webinars. These webinars are aimed at coaches within the CB, which will be delivered by local
Exeter signed Tomas Francis from London Scottish ahead of the 2014-15 season Ospreys have confirmed the signing of Wales prop Tomas Francis on a three-year contract from English and European
Exeter won their first Champions Cup title last season This season's European Cups will not be abandoned if the French government decides its clubs cannot play their remaining pool fixtures,
Rob Baxter has masterminded Exeter's rise from the second-tier Championship to European champions in just over a decade Exeter boss Rob Baxter has questioned the "collective drive" of his team
Wasps hooker Tom Cruse's two tries at Bath took his tally in both competitions to four for the season Bath (29) 44 Tries: Priestland, Underhill, Redpath, Stooke Cons: Priestland 3
Toulon pulled out of their Champions match with the Scarlets on safety grounds in December The future of this season's European cup competitions is in doubt as the French government
O'Connell made 108 appearances for Ireland between 2002 and 2015 Former Ireland captain Paul O'Connell has returned to the international set-up as forwards coach. The appointment of the legendary lock
The Lions board is keen to ensure the series with South Africa goes ahead in front of fans The British and Irish Lions series with South Africa could be held
John Mulvihill took over at the Arms Park for 2018-19 Venue: Cardiff City Stadium Date: Sat, 9 Jan Kick-off: 19:35 GMT Coverage: Live on S4C; live commentary on BBC Radio
Wasps became the first side this season to stop Exeter's prolific forward Sam Simmonds from scoring a try Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter says it is important his
It is with great sadness that the Dorset & Wilts Rugby Football Union must inform you of the passing of Arthur Bowden in Salisbury Hospital on the 1st January 2021.
Following the announcement by the government that on the 31st December 2020 at 00.01 hrs. That parts of Dorset and Wiltshire will be placed into Tier 4 with the remaining areas
James Gaskell's two tries against Exeter were his first for Wasps in the Premiership this season Wasps (8) 34 Tries: Gaskell 2, McIntyre 2, Sopoaga Cons: Sopoaga 3 Pen: Sopoaga
Charles Piutau powered over for Bristol's second try in a manic first half Bristol (14) 29 Tries: Naulago, Piutau, Hughes, Kloska Cons: Sheedy 3 Pen: Sheedy Newcastle Falcons (10) 17
Worcester were due to host Harlequins on Friday after being beaten 29-10 at Northampton on Boxing Day The weekend's Premiership matches at Worcester and London Irish have been called off
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Exeter won 31-27 against French side Racing 92 to win their first European trophy, 10 years after the club were playing in the English second tier It has not been
Jake Ball has made 127 Scarlets appearances since joining them in 2012 Wales lock Jake Ball will quit international rugby to be with his family in Australia at the end
The match scores of Newcastle v Leicester and Bath v London Irish will be recorded as 0-0 Newcastle and Bath have each been given four points after their Premiership games
Marland Yarde scored twice, including a spectacular opener, but Sale were edged out by Wasps Sale (10) 23 Tries: Yarde 2 Cons: MacGinty 2 Pens: MacGinty 3 Wasps (3) 26
Exeter's Scotland lock Jonny Gray went over for the only try of the first half at Sandy Park Exeter (7) 28 Tries: S Simmonds 2, Gray, Devoto Cons: J Simmonds
Derek Quinnell made his Test debut for the British and Irish Lions on their triumphant 1971 tour to New Zealand - his Wales debut came a year later against Scotland
The highly anticipated festive fixture at Thomond Park has been postponed The Pro14 game between Irish sides Munster and Leinster on 26 December has been postponed in accordance with coronavirus
Adamson was due to referee at Twickenham in October for the England v Barbarians fixture, which was cancelled after breaches of Covid-19 protocols. Scotland will have a referee at the
Newcastle's Kingston Park will now remain unused on Boxing Day Leicester's Boxing Day Premiership game at Newcastle has been called off following positive Covid tests in the Tigers squad. Only
After the 2016 Olympics medal ceremony in Rio, players from champions Fiji, silver medallists Great Britain and bronze medallists South Africa England, Scotland and Wales will unite to field a
Bryan Byrne scored the only try of a scrappy first half Connacht (3) 18 Try: O'Halloran, Porch Pens: Carty 2 Con: Carty Bristol (5) 27 Tries: Byrne, Holmes, O'Conor, Lloyd
George Barton scored the winning try after coming on in the 77th minute Gloucester (17) 38 Tries: Rees-Zammit, penalty try 2, Atkinson, Barton Cons: Evans 3 Pens: Evans Ulster (10)
Barbeary, more usually a hooker, has impressed in the back row this season. He has gained the third-highest number of metres in the Premiership Wasps (12) 33 Tries: Barbeary 2,
Dr Bennet Omalu (right) was portrayed by Will Smith (left) in the film Concussion about his groundbreaking research into brain injuries in American football Rugby union's governing bodies must reach
Title-holders Exeter beat Glasgow 42-0 in their Champions Cup opener last weekend Holders Exeter's Heineken Champions Cup match at Toulouse on Sunday has been cancelled because of a Covid-19 outbreak
Kat Merchant won the 2014 Rugby World Cup with England World Cup winner Kat Merchant wants better care for retired players, saying she has "lower cognitive capacity" following numerous concussions.
Jamie Cudmore is now coaching in Canada Former Canada international Jamie Cudmore has been supporting the ex-players at the centre of rugby union's dementia crisis, drawing on his landmark legal
“ I am just taking the opportunity as Christmas rapidly approaches on behalf of Dorset & Wilts RFU to thank all our many volunteers for your continued and in many
Cheslin Kolbe helped South Africa beat Owen Farrell and his England team-mates in the 2019 World Cup final in Tokyo England and Wales are among the top seeds for the
Scrum-half Gareth Davies scored the game's opening try on his 200th Scarlets appearance Bath (14) 19 Tries: McConnochie, Stuart Pens: Spencer 3 Scarlets (10) 23 Tries: G Davies, Hardy Cons:
Exeter Chiefs' Sam Simmonds (right) is a try-scoring machine from number eight The European Champions Cup is back - and so are the frontline Scottish players after the autumn internationals.
Exeter's win in October's final completed a decade-long rise from the Championship to champions of Europe Exeter have not had long to admire the European Champions Cup. Less than two
I can't remember England games at World Cup, says 2003 winner Thompson The way players train needs to be addressed "very quickly", says the head of the Rugby Players' Association,
I can't remember England games at World Cup, says 2003 winner Thompson Rugby World Cup winner Steve Thompson and seven other former players claim the sport has left them with
To win a World Cup, you have to be able to adapt under the biggest pressure and on the biggest occasion. That is what the All Blacks or South Africa
England added the Autumn Nations Cup to their Six Nations title England head coach Eddie Jones called criticism of his side's style of play "totally disrespectful" after his side beat
England completed their final training at Twickenham in heavy rain on Friday night Venue: Twickenham Date: Sunday, 6 December Kick-off: 14:00 GMT Coverage: Live on BBC Radio 5 Live Sports
Alun Wyn Jones will play his 152nd international match against Italy Venue: Parc y Scarlets, Llanelli Date: Saturday, 5 December Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Listen to commentary on BBC Radio
Jaco van der Walt qualifies on residency grounds after joining Edinburgh in 2017 Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin Date: Saturday, 5 December Kick-off: 14:15 GMT Coverage: Listen to live commentary on
Pablo Matera has been Argentina captain since 2018 Pablo Matera has been reinstated as Argentina captain and had his and two team-mates' suspensions for "discriminatory and xenophobic" comments on social
Welshman Nigel Owens is one of the officials on duty in the Autumn Nations Cup Date: Sunday 6 December Kick-off: 14:00 GMT Venue: Twickenham Coverage: Live on BBC Radio 5
Alfie Barbeary (right) playing for Wasps Date: Sunday 6 December Kick-off:14:00 GMT Venue: Twickenham Coverage: Live on BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Sounds, the BBC Sport app and website with
Wales centre Nick Tompkins aims to charge down a kick from England fly-half George Ford Venue: Parc y Scarlets, Llanelli Date: Saturday, 5 December Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Listen to
Maro Itoje urges on England's forwards in Llanelli Wales (7) 13 Tries: J Williams Con: Halfpenny Pens: Biggar 2 England (11) 24 Tries: Slade, M Vunipola Con: Farrell Pens: Farrell
Eddie Jones has won six of his eight matches against Wales as England coach Venue: Parc y Scarlets, Llanelli Date: Saturday, 28 November Kick-off: 16:00 GMT Coverage: Listen to commentary
New Zealand head coach Ian Foster (left) beat Crusaders coach Scott Robertson to the national team job last year Date: Saturday 28 November Kick-off: 08:45 GMT Venue: McDonald Jones Stadium,
Itoje won the man-of-the-match award for his performance against Ireland ahead of wing Jonny May, scorer of two tries Venue: Parc y Scarlets, Llanelli Date: Saturday, 28 November Kick-off: 16:00
In a 2009 Le Monde interview, he said: " let me understand many things - respect for life, people and oneself, along with the values of humility and combat. I
Munster triumphed in wet and windy Glasgow conditions Glasgow Warriors 13 (8) Try: Bryce, Stewart Pen: Thomson Munster 27 (12) Try: Holland, F Wycherley, G Coombes, Kleyn Con: Healy 2
In her fourth BBC Sport column, England prop Shaunagh Brown talks about enticing fans with exciting wins, messages of support from Olympians and how her family keeps her grounded. I
There is a rhythm in the life of a rugby fan. A rhythm that usually revolves around Saturdays. A day that means cold feet on a muddy touchline for those
Vunipola also started England's 40-0 win over Georgia last weekend Date: Saturday 21 November Kick-off: 15:00 GMT Venue: Twickenham Coverage: Live radio commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was involved in the Rugby World Cup 2021 draw Two-time winners England have been drawn against Six Nations rivals France in the Rugby World
Matt Proudfoot (left) and Eddie Jones oversaw England's Six Nations triumph earlier this year Date: Saturday 21 November Kick-off: 15:00 GMT Venue: Twickenham Coverage: Live radio commentary on BBC Radio
Willis will return to Wasps after being released by England in the wake of his first cap Date: Saturday 21 November Kick-off: 15:00 GMT Venue: Twickenham Coverage: Live radio commentary
James Botham, grandson of cricket great Sir Ian, has impressed in the Cardiff Blues back-row Venue: Parc y Scarlets, Llanelli Date: Saturday, 21 November Kick-off: 17:15 GMT Coverage: Live on
We are all now totally clear as to how England are going to play. England were facing a tier two side, but the team were still determined to dominate up
Jack Willis made his England debut after impressing with Wasps in the Premiership last season You see the line. You drive hard with your legs, twist, turn and you are
Quinn Roux scored Ireland's first try in the 23rd minute Ireland (16) 32 Try: Roux, Lowe Cons: Sexton, Murray Pens: Sexton 2, Burns 2, Murray 2 Wales (6) 9 Pens:
Jack Willis travelled to Italy for the final match of the Six Nations a fortnight ago, but was not part of the matchday squad Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 14
Eddie Jones became England head coach in 2015 Venue: Twickenham Stadium Date: Saturday, 14 November Kick-off: 15:00 GMT Coverage: Live commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds with
Wales boss Wayne Pivac on Byron Hayward departure call Date: Friday 13 November Kick-off: 19:00 GMT Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin Coverage: Live on BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our club captain Greg Roscow. Greg always bought energy, courage and charisma to the rugby pitch, along with outrageous
Westbury RFC are sad to announce the death of our Bar Manager Pete Earney. Not only did Pete run the bar but he was the go-to man for any repairs
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Alex Dombrandt (left) and Ruaridh McConnochie (right) are two of the four uncapped players in the squad Former England Sevens star Ruaridh McConnochie and Harlequins' back rower Alex Dombrandt are
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