Joe Marler to lead talks with RFU and clubs on England players’ welfare | Rugby union
Joe Marler has revealed he has been appointed to lead discussions between the Rugby Football Union and Premiership clubs over the welfare of England players, claiming the Test star has been “neglected” so far. . Marler, who ended his career with England at the autumn internationals and retired permanently in November, has been appointed to […]
Wales captain Dewi Lake a major doubt for Six Nations after biceps surgery | Wales rugby union team
Wales captain Dewi Lake is at risk of missing out on the Six Nations after undergoing bicep surgery. The injury occurred during training with the Ospreys before Christmas, and region coach Mark Jones was able to give a more accurate prognosis on Monday. He revealed that the 25-year-old hooker could be forced out for as […]
Championship rugby union match abandoned after referee is struck by ball | Championship
The RFU Championship Rugby Union match between Ampthill and Hartpury was abandoned on Saturday after referee Alex Thomas was hit by a ball. Thomas, who has officiated matches in the Men's and Women's Premiership, received a clear kick from Hartpury's Harry Bazalgette in the 28th minute of the game in Bedfordshire. The referee was treated […]
Searches continue for Tom Voyce as tributes paid to former England player | Rugby union
The search continues for missing former England winger Tom Boyce. He is believed to have died while driving across a flooded river during the Dara storm. The 43-year-old man's car was recovered from the River Arun near Alnwick, Northumberland, where he had attempted to cross the river using shallow water. Search teams will gather from […]
Tom Voyce, former England rugby player, presumed dead after car swept away | Rugby union
Northumbria Police said it is believed former England rugby player Tom Boyce, 43, died after driving into the River Arun. The force said officers received reports on Sunday morning that Mr Boyce, who played at clubs including Bath and Wasps, had not returned home after a night out with friends. Northumbria Police said it is […]
Ireland v Australia: Autumn Nations Series rugby union – live | Autumn Nations Series
main events Show only major events Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature pre-game reading share You can contact me via email during and during the game. We are happy to hear from you on any subject. share team Andy Farrell took the bold and some infuriating move of appointing Sam Prendergast at out-half […]
England’s Ellie Kildunne named World Rugby women’s player of the year | England women’s rugby union team
England and Harlequins full-back Ellie Kildan has been named World Rugby's Female Player of the Year. The 25-year-old was the top try-scorer in last season's Six Nations, when England won the Grand Slam, scoring nine tries to win Champion of the Championship. And her thrilling attacking style has made her a true box-office talent in […]
‘Wizard’ Wingman Harry Potter Joins Australian Rugby Team
Australian rugby player Harry Potter will represent his country for the first time against Scotland on Sunday. The venue is fitting for Edinburgh, the city where his famous book about the fantasy namesake first originated. Before you start making puns (please stop giggling behind the scenes), he's probably heard them all before. The 26-year-old was […]
Scotland v Australia: Autumn Nations Series rugby union – live | Autumn Nations Series
main events Show only major events Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature preamble Welcome to Murrayfield. If the forecast for today's match is unseasonably calm, it could be a surprising day. Scotland got off the bus amid an unusual run of autumn games. With an easy win against a team they should have […]
RFU accused of betraying game over Premiership promotion criteria | Rugby Football Union
Rugby Football Union bosses have been accused of betraying and misleading the game by former England players who have been instrumental in negotiating the future of rugby under the Premiership. Simon Halliday, the England captain who won the 1992 Five Nations Grand Slam, also called for a review of the “serious” failings of some RFU […]
