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Josh Strauss says Sale Sharks' strength of character was the key to last Friday's record-equalling 57-10 thrashing of Gloucester. The post Strauss hails Sale character appeared first on Planet Rugby.

Australia have included seven players from Melbourne's victorious Grand Final-winning team in their 24-man squad for the 2017 World Cup.

Jamie Roberts has become the latest player to publicly oppose Aviva Premiership's plan to introduce a 10-month club season.

Following Tuesday's hearing in Bristol, Kyle Sinckler has been banned for seven weeks after being charged with making contact with the eye. The post Seven-week ban for Sinckler appeared first on Planet Rugby.

James Haskell admits it is "going to be very hard" to battle his way back into Eddie Jones' England squad.

All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen hinted that Springbok boss Allister Coetzee is implementing mind games ahead of their Test on Saturday. The post Hansen accuses Coetzee of playing mind games appeared first on Planet Ru...

By Shane Williams WHAT a shambles it is right now at Cardiff Blues. I must admit I was very surprised to see Danny Wilson announce he is quitting at the end of the season and while I'm a little uncomfortable with looking...

Munster have confirmed that South African centre Jaco Taute will be out for six months to undergo surgery to repair knee ligament damage. The post Taute ruled out for six months appeared first on Planet Rugby.

Scarlets lock Tadhg Beirne will join Munster next summer in a bid to realise his Test rugby dreams with Ireland.

Worcester have signed Australian fly-half Jono Lance on a short-term deal to boost their Aviva Premiership campaign.

Leicester hooker Tom Youngs believes the club were right to withdraw from their A League game against Newcastle on Sunday because it helps protect the squad from injury.

Nathan Hughes has boosted Wasps and England by avoiding serious injury, with the number eight sustaining just a dead leg.

Slimline Bath scrum-half Chris Cook credits a gruelling summer training regime for helping him see off Kahn Fotuali'i to spearhead the club's title charge.

Northampton Saints wing Tom Collins says Saints must be wary of a bruised Gloucester outfit as they head to Kingsholm on Saturday. The post Collins bracing for Gloucester backlash appeared first on Planet Rugby.

By Adam Ellis The RFU has refused to rule out the possibility of selling the naming rights for Twickenham Stadium as plans to redevelop the home of England rugby gather pace. A £54million scheme to improve the East Stan...

London Irish have announced that Scotland back-row Blair Cowan has signed a contract extension with the Premiership club. The post Cowan pens new London Irish deal appeared first on Planet Rugby.

Utility forward Lukhan Tui says he expected the step up from Super Rugby to Test rugby to be bigger after making his Wallabies debut. The post Tui unfazed by Test match physicality appeared first on Planet Rugby.

The 2017 Man of Steel will be crowned on Tuesday night, but who do you think deserves the accolade? Luke Gale, Zak Hardaker or Albert Kelly.

By Adam Ellis Ireland captain Rory Best has voiced his views on the criticisms aimed at Rob Howley by team-mate Sean O’Brien in recent weeks. The Lions tourist skippered the side in their warm-up match against the Hurr...

Carl Ablett said it would be a dream to lift the Super League trophy on Saturday as Danny McGuire and Rob Burrow leave after Leeds Rhinos face Castleford Tigers in the Grand final live on Sky Sports Arena.

Munster have announced that Scarlets lock Tadhg Beirne will join the province at the start of the 2018/19 season on a two-year deal. The post Beirne swaps Scarlets for Munster appeared first on Planet Rugby.

Castleford and Leeds face off in Saturday's Grand Final. But for the Rhinos, there is a daunting record to overcome. They haven't beaten the Tigers in eight meetings and two years!