Rugby News
Peter Jackson: Billy Boston's old club being left for dead by the Union
The Rugby Paper - 16 Dec 2016 12:30
The world's first multi-racial rugby club, the one in Cardiff docks made famous by Billy Boston, is fighting for its life. The Cardiff International Athletic Club whose formation in Tiger Bay 70 years ago 'to embrace all...
Young Gun: Dylan Moss - Wellington College full-back
The Rugby Paper - 16 Dec 2016 17:30
Dylan Moss might have a confidence-boosting contract with the Ospreys awaiting for next season but he is under no illusion the step up to senior rugby will not be a walk in the park. With a Welsh grandfather, the Welling...
Gloucester respond to EPCR statement about takeover
The Rugby Paper - 16 Dec 2016 12:38
In the light of this morning’s statement from EPCR regarding an application for consent for the acquisition of a majority stake in Gloucester Rugby by Altrad Participations, Gloucester Rugby have issued the following r...
King joins Wales coaching staff
The Rugby Paper - 16 Dec 2016 18:02
Wales have named Alex King as their attack coach in a temporary role for the 2017 Six Nations before he joins Montpellier next season. A former assistant coach at Clermont Auvergne before joining the Saints, King is a pr...
Jack Clifford's back to press his claim for a starring role
The Rugby Paper - 16 Dec 2016 08:30
Jack Clifford believes he has returned stronger and fitter than ever following an eight-week injury lay off that forced him to watch his England team mates take their unbeaten run to a record-equalling 14 Tests. Clifford...
Bath release Rec statement
The Rugby Paper - 16 Dec 2016 12:46
Bath have released a statement updating fans about their situation with regards to redevelopment at the Recreation Ground. Bath Rugby is delighted with the decision of the Charity First-Tier Tribunal, which re-opens the ...
European Champions Cup 2016/17: Round 4 Predictions
The Rugby Blog - 16 Dec 2016 11:00
Hutch reveals his Superbru predictions for Round 4 of the Champions Cup this weekend.
EPCR statement regarding Gloucester
The Rugby Paper - 16 Dec 2016 10:37
EPCR has received an application for consent for the acquisition of a majority stake in Gloucester Rugby by Altrad Participations - the owner of Montpellier Hérault Rugby – and has discussed the matter at the most rec...
Challenge Cup round-up
Sky Sports - 16 Dec 2016 23:38
Bristol recorded an away win over Pau while the Dragons beat Worcester in the Challenge Cup on Friday night.
Goosen retirement stuns Racing
Sky Sports - 16 Dec 2016 22:08
Racing 92 have threatened legal action after Johan Goosen announced his retirement from rugby, aged 24.
Bradford d-day delayed
Sky Sports - 16 Dec 2016 19:54
Bradford's future remains in the balance after a delay in the due diligence process with the preferred bidders for the club.
Sale Sharks v Saracens preview
Sky Sports - 16 Dec 2016 18:40
Former rugby league wingers Denny Solomona and Josh Charnley start for Sale Sharks for the visit of Saracens in the Champions Cup on Saturday.
Saturday's Challenge Cup teams
Sky Sports - 16 Dec 2016 18:38
There is British interest in three of Saturday's four Challenge Cup fixtures with Harlequins, Ospreys and Gloucester all in round four action.
McIntosh extends Giants contract
Sky Sports - 16 Dec 2016 18:00
Huddersfield Giants home grown academy star Darnell McIntosh has signed a new three-year contract extension.
Sky Live: Clermont v Ulster
Sky Sports - 16 Dec 2016 18:00
Ulster will attempt to become the first non-French team to win at the Stade Marcel-Michelin since 2008 when they tackle Clermont Auvergne on Sunday, live on Sky Sports 4 HD from 3pm.
King joins Wales staff
Sky Sports - 16 Dec 2016 17:38
Alex King has joined Rob Howley's Wales backroom staff as attack coach ahead of the Six Nations.
Sky Live: Castres v Montpellier
Sky Sports - 16 Dec 2016 17:25
Montpellier will be without prop Davit Kubriashvili for their return Champions Cup fixture against Top 14 rivals Castres, live on Sky Sports.
Leinster v Northampton preview
Sky Sports - 16 Dec 2016 16:10
George Pisi will skipper a much-changed Northampton Saints side in Saturday's Champions Cup tie with Leinster at the Aviva Stadium.
Leicester v Munster preview
Sky Sports - 16 Dec 2016 16:00
Leicester have made three changes to their starting line-up for Saturday's must-win Champions Cup tie with Munster at Welford Road.
Sky Live: Bordeaux v Exeter
Sky Sports - 16 Dec 2016 15:16
Exeter Chiefs have made 12 changes for Saturday's Champions Cup trip to Bordeaux-Begles, live on Sky Sports 2 HD from 12.30pm.
Sky Live: Connacht v Wasps
Sky Sports - 16 Dec 2016 14:50
Injury-hit Connacht have just nine backs available for Saturday's Champions Cup return fixture with Wasps, live on Sky Sports 2 HD from 5pm.
Tupou leaves Wakefield
Sky Sports - 16 Dec 2016 13:40
Wakefield Trinity have confirmed that former Australia international Anthony Tupou has departed the Super League club by mutual consent.