Leinster v Connacht (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster coach Leo Cullen makes 11 changes for the Pro12 derby against second-placed Connacht at the RDS on New Year's Day.

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Ospreys v Dragons (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview ahead of Ospreys' Pro12 derby against Newport Gwent Dragons on New Year's Day.

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Weekend's domestic match previews http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Check out the team news for the weekend's European Champions and Challenge Cup matches.

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England's May is Six Nations doubt http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England and Gloucester wing Jonny May requires surgery on a knee injury, meaning he could be absent from the Six Nations.

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Cardiff Blues v Scarlets (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets scrum-half Gareth Davies returns to face Blues, who give a first start of the season to centre Cory Allen.

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Healy suspended for 'reckless act' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster prop Cian Healy is given a two-week ban for a "reckless act of foul play" during their Champions Cup defeat in Toulon.

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Visser may miss start of Six Nations http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland and Harlequins wing Tim Visser could miss the start of the Six Nations after being sidelined with a hamstring injury.

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Jones dual contract talks continue http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Welsh Rugby Union chairman Gareth Davies says talks are ongoing over a new national dual contract for Ospreys' Alun Wyn Jones.

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Solomons expects 'fired-up' Warriors http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh's Alan Solomons expects Glasgow Warriors to be "fired-up" for the second leg of the 1872 Cup.

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Gloucester v London Irish (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Gloucester host London Irish in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Kingsholm (15:00 GMT).

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Northampton v Exeter (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Northampton host Exeter in Friday's Premiership fixture at Franklin's Gardens (15:00 GMT).

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Saracens v Leicester (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gonzalo Camacho is finally set for his first Leicester start in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Saracens (15:15 GMT).

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1872 Cup match moved to Murrayfield http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The second-leg of the 1872 Cup between Glasgow Warriors and Edinburgh has been switched from Scotstoun to Murrayfield.

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McCaw receives highest NZ honour http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former All Black captain Richie McCaw is appointed to the Order of New Zealand - the country's highest honour.

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Townsend eager for Warriors response http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gregor Townsend wants to see an improvement from his Glasgow side in Saturday's 1872 Cup clash with Edinburgh.

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Healy citing hearing on Thursday http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster prop Cian Healy will have his citing complaint for an incident against Toulon reheard in London on Thursday.

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Ball to miss start of Six Nations http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales and Scarlets second row Jake Ball is sidelined by a knee injury and will miss the start of the Six Nations.

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Saracens bring in Glasgow lock Low http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens sign Scotland lock Kieran Low on loan for the rest of the season from Pro12 side Glasgow Warriors.

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Munster trio agree new contracts http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Back row pair Dave O'Callaghan and Robin Copeland and young centre Rory Scannell sign fresh deals with Munster.

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Priestland U-turn delights Davies http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales legend Jonathan Davies is delighted by Rhys Priestland's decision not to take a break from international rugby.

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Webb agrees new WRU dual contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ospreys and Wales scrum-half Rhys Webb agrees an extension to his national dual contract.

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Yeandle eyes more Exeter improvement http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter Chiefs captain Jack Yeandle says there is still more to come from the second-placed Premiership club.

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Rugby star tweets dead refugee photos http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby star Sonny Bill Williams is criticised by Unicef for posting graphic images of dead children on Twitter after visiting a Syrian refugee camp.

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Priestland U-turn over Wales career http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rhys Priestland tells Bath he has decided not to take a career break from Wales duty as the 2016 Six Nations approaches.

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Saracens add Peel to coaching staff http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens appoint England Under-20 head coach Ian Peel to their staff after reaching an agreement with the RFU.

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Exeter's Welch out with chest injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter Chiefs lock Damian Welch will be out for several months with a pectoral muscle injury which requires surgery.

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Ospreys' Matavesi cited over tackle http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ospreys centre Josh Matavesi is cited for an alleged dangerous tackle on Gareth Owen in Boxing Day's win over Scarlets.

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Bath sign Japan number eight Mafi http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership side Bath agree a deal to sign Japan international Amanaki Mafi on a short-term contract.

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Madigan to leave Leinster for Top 14 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster confirm that Ireland fly-half Ian Madigan will leave the Irish province at the end of the season to join Bordeaux Begles.

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Goode and Booth sign for Falcons http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newcastle Falcons sign former England fly-half Andy Goode and scrum-half Justin Booth on three-month deals.

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Patchell focus on Blues not Scarlets http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets-bound Rhys Patchell's loyalties will lie with Cardiff Blues when the Welsh rivals clash in the Pro12 on New Year's Day.

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Bath bring in utility back Bowden http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath announce the signing of utility back Dan Bowden, who will arrive at the Premiership club in January.

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Harlequins v Gloucester (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Harlequins host Gloucester in Sunday's Premiership fixture at Twickenham Stadium (16:30 GMT).

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Edinburgh v Glasgow Warriors (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh show only two changes while Jonny Gray recovers from a head knock to captain much-changed Glasgow.

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Munster v Leinster (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news ahead of Sunday's Pro12 fixture at Thomond Park in Limerick.

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Dragons v Blues (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview ahead of Newport Gwent Dragons hosting Cardiff Blues in the Pro12 on Sunday.

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Saints prop Brookes has knee surgery http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton and England prop Kieran Brookes is set for a lengthy spell out after having surgery on a knee injury.

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Edinburgh's Grant forced to retire http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Experienced Edinburgh flanker Roddy Grant is forced to retire from rugby after failing to recover from a knee injury.

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Bath v Worcester Warriors (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Bath host Worcester Warriors in Sunday's Premiership fixture at The Rec (14:30 GMT).

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Exeter v Sale (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Exeter Chiefs host Sale Sharks in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Sandy Park (15:00 GMT).

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Leicester v Newcastle (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Leicester Tigers host Newcastle Falcons in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Welford Road (15:00 GMT).

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London Irish v Northampton (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as London Irish host Northampton Saints in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Madejski Stadium (14:30 GMT).

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Connacht v Ulster (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rory Scholes, Andy Warwick, Rob Herring and Nick Williams come into the Ulster side for the Pro12 clash against Connacht in Galway.

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Scarlets v Ospreys (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview ahead of Scarlets' Pro12 derby against Ospreys on Boxing Day.

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Wasps v Saracens (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Wasps host Saracens in Sunday's Premiership fixture at the Ricoh Arena (14:00 GMT).

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Edinburgh duo agree new contracts http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Experienced Scotland prop Alasdair Dickinson and lock Ben Toolis sign contract extensions at Edinburgh.

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Skivington out for four months http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish captain George Skivington is ruled out for four months after undergoing surgery on his shoulder.

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Robshaw would back England successor http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Chris Robshaw says he will back his successor if new head coach Eddie Jones strips him of the England captaincy.

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Six Nations hope for Dragons duo http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Hallam Amos and Tyler Morgan should return from injuries in time to bid for Wales 2016 Six Nations places, says Dragons coach Kingsley Jones.

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Tigers move fantastic - De Villiers http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former South Africa captain Jean de Villiers is already convinced he made a "fantastic" decision to join Leicester.

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May disappointed by Lancaster exit http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester wing Jonny May disappointed to see his national boss Stuart Lancaster lose his job after the 2015 Rugby World Cup.

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Prop Healy cleared to face Munster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster prop Cian Healy is cleared to play in the Pro12 derby against Munster after an appeal hearing on Wednesday.

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Foden and Day given new Saints deals http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ben Foden and Christian Day are among four players to agree new deals with Premiership side Northampton Saints.

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Jones signs new Harlequins deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Wales and British and Irish Lions prop Adam Jones signs a new contract with Premiership club Harlequins.

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Ford backs Bath to bounce back http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath director of rugby Mike Ford trusts his players to turn around their form after an inconsistent start to the season.

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Glasgow's Harley out for 12 weeks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland flanker Rob Harley will be sidelined for up to three months with a thumb injury picked up with Glasgow.

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Wales' Morgan to leave Bristol http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol fly-half Matthew Morgan is to leave the club at the end of the season, having been linked with Cardiff Blues.

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Cardiff Blues sign Ulster's Williams http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues announce Ulster number eight Nick Williams will join on a long-term contract ahead of the 2016-17 season.

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Wasps await Halfpenny decision http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps director of rugby Dai Young confirms they are one of "six or seven" sides keen to sign Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny.

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O'Brien signs three-year IRFU deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland flanker Sean O'Brien agrees a new three-year IRFU contract which will see him remain at Leinster until after 2019.

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Evans signs new Harlequins contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins fly-half Nick Evans, the club's leading points scorer, signs a new contract with the Premiership side.

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Warriors seal deal for centre Te'o http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership side Worcester Warriors sign Leinster centre Ben Te'o for the 2016-17 season.

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Ross could miss Six Nations opener http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Tighthead prop Mike Ross is doubtful for Ireland's Six Nations opener against Wales after suffering a serious hamstring tear.

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Davies signs new Scarlets contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales scrum-half Gareth Davies ignores "interest from elsewhere" to commit to Scarlets for another two years.

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Wales prop Lee has 'no regrets' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets' Samson Lee glad he made a rapid return from injury to play in the World Cup despite having a month off after it.

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Wade targeting early Wasps comeback http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Injured Wasps wing Christian Wade says he's optimistic he can return to action on, or possibly ahead, of schedule.

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Robinson bemoans Borthwick exit http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol director of rugby Andy Robinson says the club have been hit hard by the departure of forwards coach Steve Borthwick.

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Derby has huge significance - Pivac http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets boss Wayne Pivac underlines the importance of beating Ospreys as his side bids to be the Pro12's leading Welsh region.

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Mallinder hails Harrison improvement http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Director of rugby Jim Mallinder praises Teimana Harrison's improvement after Northampton's draw with Racing 92.

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Exeter sign Australia prop Holmes http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter sign Australia international prop Greg Holmes on a two-year contract from the summer of 2016.

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Gray rules out instant Scots return http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scots-born South Africa coach Richie Gray admits he has a "big decision" to make regarding his future.

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Jones cannot explain Dragons success http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Boss Lyn Jones says he "hasn't a clue" why his Newport Gwent Dragons side are more successful in Europe than in Pro12.

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Toulouse 23-25 Ulster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster keep their hopes of European Champions Cup quarter-final qualification alive by beating Toulouse in France.

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Glasgow play down Naiyaravoro fears http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow's Gregor Townsend stresses that Taqele Naiyaravoro is under contract after reports of a Waratahs return.

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Newcastle v Connacht (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Newcastle host Connacht in Sunday's European Challenge Cup fixture at Kingston Park (15:00 GMT).

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Clermont Auvergne v Exeter (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Clermont Auvergne host Exeter in Sunday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at the Stade Marcel Michel (15:15 GMT).

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Leicester v Munster (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Leicester host Munster in Sunday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Welford Road Stadium (17:15 GMT).

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Blues want to tempt Halfpenny home http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues believe they would be high on full-back Leigh Halfpenny's "list of considerations" next season.

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Sale 31-10 Castres http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks finish strongly to beat Castres at AJ Bell Stadium and move top of their European Challenge Cup pool.

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Borthwick free to join England http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Rugby Football Union and Bristol reach agreement to release Steve Borthwick from his club contract.

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Harlequins v Calvisano (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Harlequins host Calvisano in Saturday's European Challenge Cup fixture at The Stoop (15:00 GMT).

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Bristol accuse 'unprofessional' RFU http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The RFU are "riding roughshod" over clubs as they look to recruit a new England coaching team, says Bristol's owner.

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Bath v Wasps (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Bath host Wasps in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Recreation Ground (15:15 GMT).

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Saracens v Oyonnax (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Saracens host Oyonnax in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Allianz Park (13:00 GMT).

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Leinster v Toulon (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Leinster host Toulon in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at the Aviva Stadium (17:15 GMT).

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Bordeaux-Begles v Ospreys (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news and preview ahead of Ospreys' trip to Bordeaux-Begles in the European Champions Cup on Saturday.

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Scarlets v Glasgow Warriors (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Scarlets host Glasgow in Saturday's European Champions Cup at Parc y Scarlets (19:45 GMT).

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Pau v Newport Gwent Dragons (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news and preview as Newport Gwent Dragons travel to Pau in the European Challenge Cup on Saturday.

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Carter wins Overseas Personality award http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby World Cup-winning All Blacks fly-half Dan Carter wins the 2015 BBC Overseas Sports Personality of the Year award.

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Saints unhappy with RFU King approach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton say they have been "kept in the dark" by the Rugby Football Union over an approach for backs coach Alex King.

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Scots face Aussies, Pumas & Georgia http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland begin their 2016 autumn Test series against Australia, with games against Argentina and Georgia to follow.

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'Regions will compete for players' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets chairman Nigel Short admits regions will compete for players but warns against "pressure for increased wages".

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Leinster to appeal Healy suspension http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster will appeal against the two-week ban imposed on prop Cian Healy, which could rule him out of two key games.

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World Rugby to trial two referees http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Rugby is to trial the use of two on-field referees in New Zealand's provincial championship next year.

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Slade targets England's summer tour http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter centre Henry Slade targets a place on England's tour to Australia next summer as he recovers from a broken leg.

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Blues sign Australian prop Ma'afu http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues announce the signing for former Australia prop Salesi Ma'afu following his release by Toulon.

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Edinburgh v London Irish (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Edinburgh host London Irish in Friday's European Challenge Cup fixture at Murrayfield (19:30 GMT).

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Montpellier v Cardiff Blues (Thurs) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview ahead of Cardiff Blues' visit to Montpellier in the European Challenge Cup on Thursday.

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Lydiate hopes Halfpenny returns http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leigh Halfpenny's return to Wales from France would be "good" for Welsh rugby, says Ospreys flanker Dan Lydiate.

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Gustard joins England coaching staff http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Paul Gustard is named as England's defence coach after 10 years at Saracens, who he will leave in the new year.

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England boss discusses Exeter's Lees http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter boss Rob Baxter says he has discussed the form of second-row Mitch Lees with England coach Eddie Jones.

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Northampton v Racing 92 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England captaincy contender Dylan Hartley is not expected to return for Northampton Saints' European Champions Cup tie against Racing Metro on Friday.

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Lowe signs new Harlequins contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins centre George Lowe signs a new contract with the Premiership club.

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Sale win 'a turning point' - Diamond http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale's Challenge Cup win at Castres could be a turning point in the season, says director of rugby Steve Diamond.

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'Results will drive Scottish plans' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scottish Rugby is wise not to commit to the same coaching staff for the next World Cup, according to former international Scott Hastings.

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SA women's sevens denied Rio berth http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South Africa will not field a women's sevens team at the 2016 Rio Olympics despite qualifying by winning the African title.

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Robshaw set to be replaced by Hartley http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Chris Robshaw will not be England captain under new head coach Eddie Jones, with Dylan Hartley expected to take the role.

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Gloucester v Worcester (Thurs) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Gloucester host Worcester in Thursday's European Challenge Cup fixture at Kingsholm (19:45 GMT).

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Scotland coaches extend contracts http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Coaches Matt Taylor and Jonathan Humphreys sign contract extensions with Scottish Rugby until 2017.

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England's Ford signs new Bath deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England fly-half George Ford signs a new contract with Premiership club Bath.

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North 'over' concussion problems http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints and Wales wing George North says he is "over" the concussion problems of last season.

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Healy citing hearing on Thursday http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster prop Cian Healy is cited for allegedly striking a Toulon player with his knee during Sunday's Champions Cup game.

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Scarlets to put Patchell at fly-half http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rhys Patchell will play at fly-half when he arrives from Cardiff Blues next summer, says Scarlets boss Wayne Pivac.

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Borthwick joins England coaches http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Steve Borthwick is appointed England forwards coach as part of new head coach Eddie Jones' backroom team.

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Yarde signs new Harlequins contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wing Marland Yarde, who has won seven caps for England, signs a new contract with Premiership club Harlequins.

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Bath props earn Ford recommendation http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath's Mike Ford says he recommended Henry Thomas and Nick Auterac to new England boss Eddie Jones at a recent meeting.

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Scarlets sign fly-half Patchell http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues fly-half Rhys Patchell will join Welsh rivals Scarlets for the 2016-17 season after rejecting a new deal.

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Trust fund set up for Lomu children http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A trust fund is set up for Jonah Lomu's children after it was revealed the All Black great had almost no savings when he died.

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Patchell to leave Cardiff Blues http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fly-half Rhys Patchell will leave Cardiff Blues at the end of the season after rejecting a new contract.

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Fenby delight at hat-trick return http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish back Andrew Fenby says his hat-trick against Edinburgh ended weeks of frustration on the sidelines.

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Jones overhauls England backroom http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Coaches Mike Catt, Andy Farrell and Graham Rowntree leave the England set-up, following the arrival of new head coach Eddie Jones.

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Ford criticism 'ludicrous' - Booth http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath first-team coach Toby Booth calls the early-season criticism of fly-half George Ford "ludicrous".

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Exeter boss to meet England's Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Eddie Jones is to meet with Exeter boss Rob Baxter this week to discuss the Premiership club's players.

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Sarries' Gustard 'offered England role' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens defence and forwards coach Paul Gustard is approached about a role with England, according to his club.

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Corbisiero to take break from rugby http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England and Northampton prop Alex Corbisiero will take a one-year break from rugby at the end of the season.

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Toulon v Leinster (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster coach Leo Cullen names a strong side for the European Champions Cup Pool Five game against Toulon.

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Wasps v Bath (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Wasps host Bath in Sunday's European Champions Cup fixture at Ricoh Arena (17:15 GMT).

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Oyonnax v Saracens (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Oyonnax host Saracens in Sunday's European Champions Cup fixture at Stade Charles-Mathon (13:00 GMT).

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England fall short in Sevens Series http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England, Wales and Scotland all fail to qualify from their groups in the second round of the World Rugby Sevens.

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Warriors 'dug deep' for victory http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow Warriors extended themselves to beat Scarlets 43-6 in their European Champions Cup tie, says coach Gregor Townsend.

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Dragons v Pau (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Match report will appear here.

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Glasgow Warriors v Scarlets (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview ahead of Glasgow Warriors hosting Scarlets in the European Champions Cup on Saturday.

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Exeter v Clermont Auvergne (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Exeter host Clermont Auvergne in Saturday's European Champions Cup fixture at Sandy Park (17:15 GMT).

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Ospreys v Bordeaux-Begles (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news and preview as Ospreys host Bordeaux-Begles in the European Champions Cup on Saturday.

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Munster v Leicester (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Munster host Leicester in Saturday's European Champions Cup fixture at Thomond Park (19:45 GMT).

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Calvisano v Harlequins (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Calvisano host Harlequins in Saturday's European Challenge Cup fixture at Sportivo San Michele (13:30 GMT).

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Castres v Sale (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Castres host Sale in Saturday's European Challenge Cup fixture at Stade Pierre-Antoine (19:45 GMT).

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London Irish v Edinburgh (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as London Irish host Edinburgh in Saturday's European Challenge Cup fixture at Madejski Stadium (15:00 GMT).

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Joseph had serious World Cup injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jonathan Joseph says he played in two World Cup games with only one third of his chest muscle still attached to the bone.

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Townsend eyes longer Glasgow stay http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gregor Townsend hopes to stay on as head coach of Glasgow Warriors after his new contract ends in June 2017.

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Weekend's European match previews http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Check out the team news for the weekend's European Champions and Challenge Cup matches.

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Cardiff Blues v Montpellier (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview ahead of Cardiff Blues hosting Montpellier in the European Challenge Cup on Friday.

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Worcester's Symons comes back fitter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors centre Andy Symons says he has come back even fitter following eight months out with a knee injury.

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Denton ready for first Bath start http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Bath forward David Denton is mentally and physically ready to make his first start for the Premiership club.

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Williams signs fresh Scarlets deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scott Williams ends speculation over his future by signing a deal to remain at Scarlets until at least 2018.

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Connacht v Newcastle (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Connacht host Newcastle in Friday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at Galway (19:45 GMT).

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Racing 92 v Northampton (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Racing 92 host Northampton in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Yves Du-Manoir (15:15 GMT).

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Ulster v Toulouse (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ruan Pienaar admits it is tough to match the top French sides - but believes they will beat Toulouse on Friday.

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Women lead increase in participation http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

An increase in the number of women playing sport has driven improved participation figures, according to Sport England.

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Women's Varsity: Oxford 0-52 Cambridge http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cambridge University score eight tries in a dominant display against Oxford in the Women's Varsity match at Twickenham.

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Scots can be confident - Hardie http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

John Hardie believes Scotland should take heart from their World Cup campaign and aim high in next year's Six Nations.

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Clifford signs new Harlequins deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins back-row forward Jack Clifford signs a new contract with the Premiership club.

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Townsend agrees new Glasgow deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow Warriors head coach Gregor Townsend signs a contract extension to remain at the club until June 2017.

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Coach Edwards signs new Wales deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales defence coach Shaun Edwards ends speculation over his future by signing a new four-year contract.

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Roberts to start Varsity match http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales and British & Irish Lions centre Jamie Roberts will start for Cambridge against Oxford in Thursday's Varsity match.

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Warriors' game v Racing rearranged http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow Warriors' postponed European Champions Cup match against Racing 92 has been rearranged for Saturday 9 January.

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Matfield wants trophy at Northampton http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South Africa legend Victor Matfield hopes to help Northampton win a trophy before retiring at the end of the season.

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Ulster-Oyonnax game on 10 January http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster's European Champions Cup game against Oyonnax in France is rearranged for Sunday, 10 January.

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Best tells Ulster to forget injuries http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rory Best urges Ulster not to wallow in their injury woes and instead produce a big performance against Toulouse.

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Worcester v Gloucester (Thu) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Worcester host Gloucester in Thursday's European Challenge Cup fixture at Sixways Stadium (19:45 GMT).

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No score in rugby Challenge Cup game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Welsh clubs Aberavon and Pontypridd play out a scoreless 80 minutes in Pool B of the Welsh Challenge Cup on Tuesday.

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Wales forward Faletau to join Bath http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath agree a deal to sign Wales back-rower Taulupe Faletau from Newport Gwent Dragons at the end of the season.

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Exeter can 'cope' without Slade http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter says the club will be able to cope without injured England centre Henry Slade.

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Tuilagi closing on Leicester return http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England centre Manu Tuilagi is in line to return for Leicester next month, says the club's director of rugby Richard Cockerill

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Henderson could miss rest of season http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster's director of rugby Les Kiss fears injured Iain Henderson could be ruled out for the remainder of this season.

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Blues expect Allen back for derbies http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales centre Cory Allen is expected to return from a hamstring injury during Cardiff Blues' festive Pro12 Welsh derbies.

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Galarza signs new Gloucester deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester lock Mariano Galarza signs a new contract at the Premiership club.

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WRU pulls Williams contract offer http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

WRU chairman Gareth Davies confirms dual contract offer to Scarlets centre Scott Williams has been withdrawn.

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Rugby player dies after head injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A 23-year-old rugby player with a history of concussions dies after suffering a head injury during a match.

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Slade likely to miss Six Nations http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter and England centre Henry Slade is set to be out for about four months after suffering a broken leg and ankle damage.

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Biggar wins Wales Sport award http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales and Ospreys rugby player Dan Biggar wins a public vote as 2015 BBC Cymru Wales Sports Personality of the Year.

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Waller 'honoured' to pass milestone http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton prop Alex Waller says he does not take his place for granted, despite playing his 100th consecutive Premiership game.

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Quins boss rejects Italy approach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins director of rugby Conor O'Shea rejects the chance to take over as Italy head coach.

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Leicester confirm new Tuilagi deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers confirm that England centre Manu Tuilagi has signed a new contract with the Premiership club.

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Slater & Burns sign new Tigers deals http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers club captain Ed Slater and fly-half Freddie Burns sign new deals with the Premiership club.

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Tandy praises 'unplayable' Tipuric http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Head coach Steve Tandy praises "unplayable Justin Tipuric after flanker scores two tries in 39-22 win over Zebre.

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Newcastle 3-38 Saracens http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens secure a bonus point in injury time as they return to the top of the Premiership with a 38-3 win at Newcastle.

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Dragons 22-6 Munster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newport Gwent Dragons beat Munster 22-6 in the Pro12 as Rynard Landman goes over and Dorian Jones kicks 14 points.

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Slade suffers suspected leg break http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter says it is likely that centre Henry Slade suffered a broken leg in the win over Wasps.

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Robshaw to discuss future with Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Chris Robshaw will meet with new England head coach Eddie Jones on Saturday night to discuss his international future.

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Corbisiero set to miss Six Nations http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England and Northampton prop Alex Corbisiero is set to miss the Six Nations after being told he needs knee surgery.

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Treviso 20-22 Scarlets http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Steven Shingler's controversial 75th-minute penalty sees Scarlets go top of the Pro12 table after a narrow victory in Treviso.

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Zebre v Ospreys (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview of Ospreys' Pro12 trip to Parma to face Zebre on Sunday.

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Worcester 20-29 Leicester http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester fight back from 17-0 down to overcome 14-man Worcester in an extraordinary encounter at Sixways Stadium.

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England beaten in Dubai Sevens final http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England are beaten 28-17 by Fiji in the Dubai Sevens final, the first leg of the World Series Sevens.

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England reach Dubai Sevens final http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England move into the Dubai Sevens final, coming from 12 points down to beat United States with a stoppage time try.

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Biggar deal 'could boost recruitment' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Martyn Williams hails fly-half Dan Biggar's decision to sign a new dual contract as "fabulous news" for Ospreys and Wales.

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Blues win can be springboard - Wilson http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Blues can use their win over Pro12 leaders Connacht as a springboard for the rest of the season, says coach Danny Wilson.

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Glasgow Warriors v Leinster in doubt http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow Warriors will hold a morning pitch inspection ahead of their Pro12 match against Leinster.

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Wasps v Exeter (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Exeter Chiefs visit Wasps in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Ricoh Arena (17:30 GMT).

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Dusautoir retires from France duty http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

France captain Thierry Dusautoir retires from international rugby after talking to new head coach Guy Noves.

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Ospreys' Biggar signs new dual deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ospreys fly-half Dan Biggar becomes the first Wales player to renew his national dual contract.

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Tuilagi agrees new Leicester deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England centre Manu Tuilagi agrees a new contract with Leicester Tigers, BBC Radio Leicester reports.

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Saturday & Sunday Prem/Pro12 previews http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

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Cardiff Blues v Connacht (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview ahead of Cardiff Blues hosting Pro12 leaders Connacht on Friday.

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Ulster v Edinburgh (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster make seven changes for Friday's Pro12 meeting with Edinburgh, who bring four players into their line-up.

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Bath v Northampton (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Bath host Northampton in Saturday's Premiership fixture at the Recreation Ground (15:15 GMT).

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Harlequins v London Irish (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Harlequins host London Irish in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Twickenham Stoop (15:00 GMT).

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George signs new deal with Saracens http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England hooker Jamie George signs a new long-term contract with Premiership champions Saracens.

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New Edinburgh deal for Solomons http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Head coach Alan Solomons extends his Edinburgh contract, keeping him at the Pro 12 club until June 2017.

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Launchbury could be captain - Dawson http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps lock Joe Launchbury has the "X factor" to be the next England captain, says former scrum-half Matt Dawson.

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Care signs new Harlequins contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins captain Danny Care, who has won 53 caps for England, signs a new contract with the Premiership club.

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The rugby stars eyeing Rio 2016 glory http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby World Cup winner Sonny Bill Williams - and his sister - are among the rugby stars heading for Rio 2016.

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GB 'up against it' for Rio sevens http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Coach Simon Amor says getting hold of 15-a-side players in time means GB's sevens side are "up against it" for Rio 2016.

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Lam signs new Bristol contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol flanker Jack Lam puts pen to paper on a new two-year contract with the Championship club.

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Gloucester v Sale (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Gloucester host Sale in Friday's Premiership fixture at Kingsholm (19:45 GMT).

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Catt relishing Saints 'arm wrestle' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath prop Nathan Catt says he is ready for a physical battle with Northampton Saints on Saturday in Premiership.

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Meyer quits as South Africa coach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Heyneke Meyer resigns as the head coach of South Africa after leading the Springboks to the World Cup semi-finals.

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'Gatland's Law won't affect Halfpenny' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leigh Halfpenny's Wales spot will not be under threat if he turns down a move to a Welsh region, says Lee Byrne.

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Exeter prepared for Ewers absence http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter have the manpower to cope if back-rower Dave Ewers is ruled out with a knee injury, says head coach Rob Baxter.

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Best would love to lead Ireland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster skipper Rory Best says he would love the chance to succeed Paul O'Connell as captain of Ireland.

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Ireland host New Zealand in 2016 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland will play World Cup winners New Zealand and runners-up Australia in next year's autumn internationals in Dublin.

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New Warriors deal for scrum-half Arr http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors scrum-half Jonny Arr signs a new contract with the Premiership club.

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England's Jones delayed by visa wait http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eddie Jones is delayed in taking up office as England head coach because he is waiting for a work visa.

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Phillips uncertain of club future http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

After retiring from Wales duty, Mike Phillips is unsure where he will play after his Racing 92 contract ends next summer.

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Auckland lock Lloyd makes Irish move http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish bolster their second row options by signing Will Lloyd from Auckland for the remainder of the season.

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Ford unsurprised by Hatley job links http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath rugby head coach Mike Ford is unsurprised the club's forwards coach Neal Hatley is being linked to a role with England.

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Halfpenny link 'obvious' - Young http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps director of rugby Dai Young says reports linking the club with a move for Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny are "obvious".

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Phillips calls time on Wales career http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales' most-capped scrum-half Mike Phillips announces his retirement from international rugby.

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Warburton out for up to six weeks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues flanker Sam Warburton will miss the Pro12 Christmas derbies after being ruled out for up to six weeks with an ankle injury.

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Sale hope to extend Taylor contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership club Sale Sharks reveal they are trying to sign hooker Tommy Taylor and centre Will Addison to new deals.

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Catt and Auterac sign new Bath deals http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath loosehead props Nick Auterac and Nathan Catt sign new contracts with the Premiership club.

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Williams prepared to fight for place http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish centre Johnny Williams is prepared to fight for his place, despite four tries in his first three senior games.

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Davies tempted only by Scarlets http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jonathan Davies says he did not consider joining any other Welsh region apart from the Scarlets after deciding to return from France.

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Wales' Roberts to play Varsity match http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales centre Jamie Roberts will play for Cambridge University in the Varsity match against Oxford.

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Tuilagi pushing for Christmas return http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Injured England centre Manu Tuilagi could return in time for Leicester Tigers' Boxing Day clash with Newcastle.

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Irish must hold course - Coventry http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish head coach Tom Coventry says his side must "hold its course" as they hunt their first Premiership win.

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Coach Baxter hails Exeter spirit http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter boss Rob Baxter praises his players for 'refusing to buckle' after conceding a freak try against Harlequins.

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NZ remembers Jonah Lomu at memorial http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A public memorial for New Zealand rugby great Jonah Lomu, who died earlier this month at 40, has been held at Auckland's Eden Park stadium.

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Halfpenny interests Scarlets - Pivac http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Head coach Wayne Pivac says Scarlets would want to talk to Leigh Halfpenny if "he is serious" about coming back to Wales.

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Leicester 21-11 Bath http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers secure a battling victory over rivals Bath in tough conditions at Welford Road.

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Don't write off Robshaw - Quins boss http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England coach Eddie Jones must think carefully before "writing off" Chris Robshaw, says Harlequins boss Conor O'Shea.

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Scarlets v Zebre (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview ahead of Scarlets' Pro12 game against Zebre on Sunday.

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Ospreys v Blues (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview ahead of Saturday's Ospreys v Cardiff Blues Welsh Pro12 derby in Swansea.

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Munster v Connacht http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Munster and Connacht make a number of changes for Saturday's Thomond Park clash between the top two teams in the Pro12.

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Pacific Islanders remember Jonah Lomu http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand's Pacific Islander community remembers rugby great Jonah Lomu, who died earlier this month at the age of 40.

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Glasgow Warriors 13-6 Benetton Treviso http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Adam Ashe's late try spares Glasgow Warriors' blushes against bottom-placed Benetton Treviso at a sodden Scotstoun.

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Edinburgh 32-13 Dragons http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh secure a bonus-point win with a dominant performance over an ill-disciplined Newport Gwent Dragons in the Pro12.

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Ulster fall to Leinster derby defeat http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster fail to break Leinster's firm defence and slip to a disappointing 8-3 Pro12 defeat to their Irish rivals at the RDS.

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North decision a blow, says Davies http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales and British and Irish Lions wing George North's decision to remain with Northampton disappoints Pro Rugby Wales chief Mark Davies.

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London Irish v Wasps http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as London Irish host Wasps in Saturday's Premiership match at Twickenham (17:30 GMT).

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Saracens v Worcester http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Saracens host Worcester in Saturday's Aviva Premiership match at Twickenham (15:15 GMT).

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Exeter v Harlequins http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Exeter host Harlequins in Saturday's Aviva Premiership match at Sandy Park (15:00 GMT).

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Sale v Newcastle http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Sale Sharks host Newcastle in Saturday's Aviva Premiership match at the AJ Bell Stadium (14:30 GMT).

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Toulon-Bath match set for January http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

European Champions Cup games, postponed after the Paris terror attacks, will be played between 8-10 January.

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Northampton v Gloucester (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Northampton host Gloucester in Friday's Aviva Premiership match at Franklin's Gardens (19:45 GMT).

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Scarlets prop Jones back from injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets' Wales prop Rhodri Jones boosts his 2016 Six Nations chances by returning after injuries for Llanelli in the Welsh Premiership.

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Doping claims 'frustrate' top players http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Top players are "frustrated" over recent doping revelations because they feel "at the top level it's a clean sport," says the RPA.

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North signs new Northampton deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales wing George North signs a new contract with Premiership club Northampton Saints.

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Ulster's Best signs two-year deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland hooker Rory Best signs an IRFU contract extension which will keep him at Ulster until June 2018.

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Saracens fly-half Hodgson to retire http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens and ex-England fly-half Charlie Hodgson will retire at the end of the season to become head of recruitment.

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Prop Low aims to impress Scotland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Moray Low says he wants to put himself in the "shop window" for Scotland by performing well for Exeter.

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Braid yet to focus on coaching role http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale captain Dan Braid says he is fully focused on playing despite his upcoming coaching role next season.

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Franks set for Twickenham reunion http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Cup-winning prop Ben Franks gets set to return to the scene of New Zealand's Twickenham triumph with London Irish.

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Seven-week ban for Blues hooker Rees http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues hooker Matthew Rees is banned for seven weeks for stamping on Harlequins number eight Nick Easter.

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Young backs Launchbury for captaincy http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps director of rugby Dai Young says the club's lock Joe Launchbury would make an ideal England captain.

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Pienaar would consider new contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum-half Ruan Pienaar says he would consider staying on at Ulster after his current contract expires in 2017.

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Money thrown at Tuilagi - Cockerill http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester director of rugby Richard Cockerill says clubs are trying to lure Manu Tuilagi with "huge amounts of money".

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Jackson hoping for Scotland return http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fly-half Ruaridh Jackson has put his World Cup omission behind him and is making a big impact at Wasps.

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Charteris is icing on cake - Thomas http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath prop Henry Thomas believes signing Luke Charteris acts as the icing on the cake of an already strong squad.

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Jones urged to look at Exeter squad http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter head coach Rob Baxter hopes new England head coach Eddie Jones will take a close look at his Chiefs squad.

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Wasps must keep standards up - Young http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps director of rugby Dai Young says the task facing his side is to keep the high standards of recent weeks.

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No grudge against Burgess - Burrell http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton's Luther Burrell says he has no issue with Sam Burgess over the rugby league convert's World Cup selection.

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Glasgow's MacArthur out until 2016 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow Warriors hooker Pat MacArthur faces up to six weeks out after undergoing surgery on a jaw fracture.

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Attwood renews contract with Bath http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath have rewarded second row Dave Attwood with a three-year contract extension at the club.

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Jones issues Ospreys Euro warning http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Alun Wyn Jones says Ospreys cannot get carried away after making a good start to their European campaign.

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Grassroots rugby drugs 'off-the-scale' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Welsh grassroots and semi-professional rugby players make up third of all banned British athletes, a BBC probe finds.

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Auckland to host Lomu public memorial http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A public memorial service for New Zealand great Jonah Lomu is to be held next Monday in Auckland.

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Rugby fans flock to Buddha statue http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fans think the statue resembles Japan rugby star Ayumu Goromaru.

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Falcons wingers impress Richards http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Zach Kibirige and Marcus Watson gave Newcastle a pace threat in Sunday's win against Enisei, says boss Dean Richards.

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Castres' Gray close to Toulouse deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Castres' Scotland lock, Richie Gray is close to finalising a four-year contract with Toulouse for next season.

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Bristol deny Borthwick England link http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

There has been no approach from the Rugby Football Union for Bristol coach Steve Borthwick, says director of rugby Andy Robinson.

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Bath sign Wales lock Charteris http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath announce the signing of Wales lock Luke Charteris from Racing 92 on a three-year contract.

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Exeter's Cowan-Dickie breaks thumb http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter and England hooker Luke Cowan Dickie is ruled out for two months after breaking his thumb.

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Ford excited about England's new era http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England fly-half George Ford says he is looking forward to an "exciting era" under new head coach Eddie Jones.

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North unlikely to return to Welsh side http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions wing George North has received no formal offers to play domestic rugby in Wales next season.

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'Foden can return to England fold' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton back Ben Foden can end his two-year England exile, according to Saints director of rugby Jim Mallinder.

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Marinos appointed head of Sanzar http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-Wales and Newport Gwent Dragons centre Andy Marinos becomes chief executive of southern hemisphere rugby's governing body Sanzar.

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Newcastle 55-7 Enisei-STM http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newcastle Falcons win their first game of the season by scoring nine tries against Russian side Enisei-STM.

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Clermont Auvergne v Ospreys (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news and preview as Clermont Auvergne host Ospreys in the European Rugby Champions Cup on Sunday (13:00 GMT).

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Wasps v Toulon (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Wasps host Toulon in Sunday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at the Ricoh Arena (17:15 GMT).

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Jones supports overseas player rule http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England coach Eddie Jones backs the RFU's policy of not picking overseas-based players barring "exceptional circumstances".

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FC Grenoble 27-20 London Irish http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Johnny Williams' try proves in vain as London Irish suffer a last-gasp European Challenge Cup defeat in Grenoble.

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Exeter 34-19 Bordeaux-Begles http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Olly Woodburn scores a brace of tries on his European debut as Exeter secure a bonus point 34-19 win over Bordeaux.

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Scarlets 12-29 Racing 92 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Racing 92's 14 men inflict a first home defeat of the season on Scarlets and claim a bonus point in an impressive display.

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Castres 32-29 Dragons http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newport Gwent Dragons fall short against Castres in a pulsating encounter in the European Challenge Cup.

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Connacht 21-17 Brive http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Connacht are top of Pool 1 after making it two wins out of two in the European Challenge Cup by beating French side Brive.

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Glasgow Warriors 15-26 Northampton http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints top Pool Three in the European Champions Cup with a 26-15 away victory over Glasgow Warriors.

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Bath can win Champions Cup - Watson http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath back Anthony Watson believes his side can win the European Champions Cup this season.

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Weekend's European match previews http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Check out the team news for the weekend's European Champions and Challenge Cup matches.

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Hook vows to battle for Wales spot http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester fly-half James Hook, 30, "is under no illusions" but will "keep on battling" for a Wales place.

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Jones will meet captain Robshaw http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New England head coach Eddie Jones intends to meet Chris Robshaw after criticising the captain during the World Cup.

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Benetton Treviso v Leicester (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Benetton Treviso host Leicester in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at the Stadio di Monigo (13:00 GMT).

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Bath v Leinster (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Bath host Leinster in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at the Recreation Ground (15:15 GMT).

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I can be an angel or devil - Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New England head coach Eddie Jones says his players will see different sides to him as he seeks a "bulldog spirit".

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The right man - or just someone different? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England should be wary of pinning all their hopes on new head coach Eddie Jones, warns BBC Sport's Tom Fordyce.

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Zebre v Worcester (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sam Betty makes his 100th appearance for Worcester in Saturday's Challenge Cup tie in Italy against Zebre (14:00 GMT).

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Sale v Pau (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Sale host Pau in Saturday's Challenge Cup fixture at the AJ Bell Stadium (14:30 GMT).

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Ulster v Saracens (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Iain Henderson will make his first Ulster appearance of the season in the European Champions Cup game against Saracens.

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'Big money offers might be unfair' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Offering big sums to tempt George North and Leigh Halfpenny back to Wales might be unfair to other players, says WRU chief Gareth Davies.

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Everyone's still in shock - Phillips http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Paris-based Racing 92 and Wales scrum-half Mike Phillips says the terrorist attacks on the city "traumatised" everyone.

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Queen sends message to Lomu family http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Queen sends her condolences following the death of New Zealand great Jonah Lomu, his family spokesman says.

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Jones appointed England head coach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eddie Jones is named as England's first foreign coach, signing a four-year deal with the Rugby Football Union.

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Lomu family ‘touched’ by tributes http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jonah Lomu's family say they have been "truly touched" by tributes to the New Zealand great after his death aged 40.

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'No malice' in apparent Rees stamp http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues coach Danny Wilson says there was "no malice" in the alleged stamp that saw Matthew Rees sent off against Harlequins.

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Jones: Saviour or school teacher? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eddie Jones looks set to be the next England head coach - but what will he bring to the job and is he the right man?

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'No security fears' for Edinburgh http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh forward Cornell du Preez has no concerns about playing in France so soon after last week's attacks.

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Ospreys wing Walker turns to yoga http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ospreys wing Eli Walker has taken up yoga as he tries to beat the series of hamstring problems that have plagued his career.

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Blues v Harlequins (Thurs) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview ahead of Cardiff Blues hosting Harlequins in the European Challenge Cup on Thursday.

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Facing 'ultimate game-changer' Lomu http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Playing against Jonah Lomu was a shock even for internationals, says Jeremy Guscott. 'How could such a big man move so quickly?'

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Jones moves closer to England job http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eddie Jones moves closer to becoming England's first foreign head coach after talks with RFU chief executive Ian Ritchie.

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Stade Rochelais v Gloucester (Thurs) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Stade Rochelais host Gloucester in Thursday's Challenge Cup fixture pool four fixture (19:45 GMT).

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All Blacks captain McCaw retires http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand captain Richie McCaw retires aged 34 after a glittering career that saw him win a record 148 caps and two World Cups.

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VIDEO: Lomu put me on the map - Catt http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former England international Mike Catt says New Zealand great Jonah Lomu, who has died at the age of 40, "put him on the map".

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Parling thought England 'were tight' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England forward Geoff Parling says the squad seemed united during the World Cup, despite reports to the contrary.

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Clark sidelined by shoulder injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints flanker Calum Clark will be out for at least two months after having shoulder surgery.

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Lomu: A wrecking ball of a superhero http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

From trampled opponents to super-sized car stereos, Jonah Lomu redefined what was possible on a rugby pitch but never forgot his roots.

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Call off 'won't trip up Warriors' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Coach Matt Taylor says Glasgow Warriors remain focused on the Champions Cup despite their Paris postponement.

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Booth desperate to play Toulon match http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath first-team coach Toby Booth insists his side are desperate to play Toulon despite growing fixture congestion.

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Lomu 'took rugby to a new level' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand great Jonah Lomu will be remembered for "changing rugby union", says former England coach Sir Clive Woodward.

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Lomu: a giant who swept aside Scots http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-Scotland prop Peter Wright and Bill Johnstone pay tribute to Jonah Lomu, the former All Black who has died, aged 40.

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Stade Francais-Munster game off http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Munster's European Champions Cup game against Stade Francais is postponed following last Friday's Paris attacks.

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Lomu one of the greatest - Davies http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand rugby union great Jonah Lomu's death aged 40 is a "devastating loss", says former Wales captain Jonathan Davies.

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All Black Lomu dies aged 40 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand rugby union legend Jonah Lomu dies aged 40.

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Williams discounts revenge incentive http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster's Nick Williams says revenge for two European quarter-final defeats by Saracens will not be a motivation for Friday's game.

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Ioane adapting to new Sale role http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Forward TJ Ioane says he is adapting to the position of openside flanker for Sale Sharks this season.

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Launchbury 'sad' to see Lancaster go http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps lock Joe Launchbury says he was "sad" to see Stuart Lancaster lose his job as England head coach.

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Scarlets 'not chasing' George North http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Coach Wayne Pivac dismisses speculation linking George North with Scarlets, but confirms interest in Blues' Rhys Patchell.

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Robshaw signs new Harlequins deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England captain Chris Robshaw signs a new contract with Premiership side Harlequins.

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Howard wants Warriors starting spot http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester full-back Ben Howard wants to prove to director of rugby Dean Ryan he is worth a regular starting place.

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Shanklin wants Charteris in Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-Wales centre Tom Shanklin would rather Luke Charteris moved back to a Welsh region rather than to Bath.

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Wales' Charteris in talks with Bath http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Racing Metro's Wales lock Luke Charteris is in talks with Bath over a possible move there ahead of 2016-17, BBC Wales Sport has learned.

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Cheika rules out being England coach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia head coach Michael Cheika rules himself out of the vacant England coaching position.

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Wasps will maintain focus - Young http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps director of rugby Dai Young says they will not let their focus slip following their 33-6 Champions Cup win over Leinster.

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Saints 'have not become a bad team' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton flanker Tom Wood says Saints have not "become a bad team" following a slow start to the season.

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Exeter get 'kick in the pants' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter boss Rob Baxter says his side "royally received a kick in the pants" from Ospreys in the Champions Cup.

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Rugby chiefs face Toulon-Bath dilemma http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby chiefs admit they have a 'unique problem' in rearranging the postponed Toulon-Bath European Champions Cup fixture.

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Dragons 30-12 Sale http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newport Gwent Dragons repel a Sale Sharks comeback to secure a bonus-point win in their Challenge Cup opener.

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Ospreys v Exeter (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news and preview as Ospreys host Exeter in the European Rugby Champions Cup on Sunday (17:30 GMT).

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Toomua to join Tigers next season http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers sign versatile Australia international Matt Toomua from Super 15 side Brumbies for next season.

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Leinster 6-33 Wasps http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership Wasps hand Leinster their heaviest European home defeat, winning their Champions Cup opener 33-6 in Dublin.

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Northampton 15-11 Scarlets http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints secure a narrow win as Scarlets take the losing bonus point in their Champions Cup opener.

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Saracens 32-7 Toulouse http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's Owen Farrell stars as Saracens produce a stunning first half to beat Toulouse 32-7 in the European Champions Cup.

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Munster 32-7 Benetton Treviso http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Munster pick up a bonus point as they beat Treviso 32-7 in their opening European Champions Cup game at Thomond Park.

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Gloucester 23-10 Zebre http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

European Challenge Cup holders Gloucester get their defence off to a winning start with a three-try victory over Zebre.

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England women edge to Ireland win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World champions England women score a late try to beat Six Nations holders Ireland 8-3 at Twickenham Stoop.

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London Irish 48-10 Agen http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish run in eight tries in their European Challenge Cup Group Pool 5 victory over French side Agen.

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Worcester 19-3 Stade Rochelais http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fourteen points from Ryan Lamb help Worcester to victory over Stade Rochelais in the European Challenge Cup.

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Calvisano 9-50 Cardiff Blues http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues kick off their European Challenge Cup campaign with a seven-try win at Calvisano.

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Fixtures off after Paris attacks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

This weekend's European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup matches to be played in France are postponed.

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Enisei-STM 14-31 Connacht http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Connacht start their Challenge Cup campaign with a 31-14 bonus-point win against Russian debutants Enisei-STM in Siberia.

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Glasgow advise against Paris travel http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scottish rugby union team Glasgow Warriors advise fans not to travel to Paris for a European Champions Cup tie on Saturday.

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Saturday & Sunday European previews http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Previews and team news of the weekend's matches in the European Champions Cup and European Challenge Cup.

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Brive v Newcastle (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Newcastle visit Brive in Friday's European Challenge Cup fixture at Stade Amedee-Domenech (18:30 GMT).

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Edinburgh v Grenoble (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

John Hardie will make his Edinburgh debut in Friday's European Challenge Cup opener against Grenoble.

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Rugby star charged with drink-driving http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England rugby star Danny Cipriani is charged with drink-driving following a collision in London, police have said.

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VIDEO: Owens: 'I went to a very dark place' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby Union referee Nigel Owens on the challenges he faced accepting he was gay

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Blues want 'quality not quantity' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues head coach Danny Wilson says they plan to reduce the squad but players will still play for Premiership sides.

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Thomas doubts Gatland for England http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Wales captain Gareth Thomas doubts head coach Warren Gatland would want to take over the vacant England role.

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Sarries 'desperate' for Euro title http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership champions Saracens are "desperate" to win the European Champions Cup, says England hooker Jamie George.

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Nowell saddened by Lancaster exit http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter winger Jack Nowell says he is sad to see Stuart Lancaster leave his role as England coach.

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Tigers' Williams eyes first Wales cap http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fly-half Owen Williams hopes his form for Leicester Tigers can help him win a first senior Wales cap.

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Hodgson 'luckier than Lancaster' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England boss Roy Hodgson says he is more fortunate than Stuart Lancaster, having kept his job after an early World Cup exit.

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England a sleeping giant - White http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Cup winner Jake White says the role of England head coach is among the "best sporting jobs in the world".

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Bath 'confident' for Toulon test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath Rugby fly-half George Ford says they are confident ahead of Sunday's Champions Cup clash with French giants Toulon.

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Leicester v Stade Francais (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Leicester host Stade Francais in Friday's European Champions Cup fixture at Welford Road (19:45 GMT).

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Davies return 'could sway others' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-Wales captain Gareth Thomas says Jonathan Davies' imminent return to Scarlets could prompt other Welsh exiles to come home.

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Pick an English coach, says Baxter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter head coach Rob Baxter says an English coach should be picked to take over from Stuart Lancaster as England boss.

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Dragons deserve dual deals - Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newport Gwent Dragons head coach Kingsley Jones believes more players at the region deserve national dual contracts.

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Saracens forward Joubert to retire http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens announce that South African forward Ernst Joubert is to retire at the end of the month.

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Leicester sign Italy prop Aguero http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers sign Italy prop Matias Aguero as cover for Michele Rizzo and Logovi'i Mulipola, reports BBC Radio Leicester.

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England & RFU have been 'shambolic' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's World Cup failure and the aftermath has been "shambolic", says ex-RFU chairman Martyn Thomas.

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Europe opportunity for Falcons youth http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Director of rugby Dean Richards says Newcastle Falcons' youngsters will have a chance to impress in Europe this season.

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Harlequins v Montpellier (Thurs) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Harlequins host Montpellier in Thursday's European Challenge Cup fixture at The Stoop (19:45 GMT).

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White wants England head coach job http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Cup winner Jake White is interested in succeeding Stuart Lancaster as England head coach.

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Who could replace Stuart Lancaster? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport looks at the candidates to replace Stuart Lancaster as England coach - and the challenges faced by his successor.

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Joubert to referee England v Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Craig Joubert will return to Twickenham to referee England v Wales in the 2016 Six Nations after World Cup criticism.

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England in 'global search' for coach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England will not be "inhibited" in its search for the best head coach, says the Rugby Football Union.

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Warriors coach targets long Euro run http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gregor Townsend is confident Glasgow Warriors "can get to the latter stages" of this season's European Champions Cup.

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Lewsey to leave Welsh Rugby Union http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England World Cup winner Josh Lewsey is to step down from his role as Welsh Rugby Union's head of rugby in January.

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Why Lancaster and England went wrong http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Tom Fordyce examines why Stuart Lancaster's time as England head coach, which began with such optimism, has come to an end.

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McKibbin, Burger & Cittadini banned http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish's Brendan McKibbin, Saracens' Jacques Burger, and Wasps' Lorenzo Cittadini are all handed suspensions.

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Lancaster leaves England post http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Stuart Lancaster's three-and-a-half-year reign as England coach ends following the team's early exit from the World Cup.

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Georgia hooker signs for Warriors http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Georgia international Shalva Mamukashvili signs for Glasgow Warriors, who currently have three hookers injured.

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Brown signs new Harlequins deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England full-back Mike Brown commits his future to Harlequins after signing a new contract with the Premiership club.

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Nicol: More Scots will follow Denton http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Scotland captain Andy Nicol expects more of the country's World Cup stars to leave Edinburgh and Glasgow.

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Centre Davies set to rejoin Scarlets http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales centre Jonathan Davies is expected to rejoin Scarlets from French side Clermont Auvergne, BBC Wales Sport understands.

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Six Nations hope for Ospreys' Webb http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales and Ospreys scrum-half Rhys Webb could make an early return from his foot injury in time to play in the Six Nations.

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Gloucester sign second row Latta http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership side Gloucester sign second row Joe Latta from New Zealand's Super Rugby champions, the Highlanders.

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Burgess 'lacked stomach' for fight http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath head coach Mike Ford says Sam Burgess "didn't have the stomach" to fight for his future in rugby union.

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Six new caps in Ireland women's side http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland coach Tom Tierney names six new caps in his starting side for the Saturday's game against England.

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No trust in England team - Brown http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Mike Brown says he no longer trusts his England team-mates after leaks in the wake of their dismal World Cup campaign.

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Cockerill still sure of Tuilagi deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England centre Manu Tuilagi is in contract talks with Leicester which will make him one of the world's highest earners.

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Bath sign Scotland forward Denton http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath sign Scotland back-rower David Denton from Edinburgh, helping to fill the gap left by Sam Burgess.

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Cockerill happy with Leicester start http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers director of rugby Richard Cockerill insists he is happy with his side's start to the Premiership season.

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Allinson eager for European chance http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish scrum-half Darren Allinson is hoping to take his opportunity to impress in the European Challenge Cup.

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My heart wasn't in union - Burgess http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-England centre Sam Burgess says he quit rugby union because of a lack of enjoyment and criticism from ex-players.

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North America gets first pro league http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The first ever professional rugby union league will be launched in North America in April next year, it is announced.

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Warriors can 'turn heads' - Heem http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors can "turn some heads" in the Premiership this season, says New Zealand Sevens winger Bryce Heem.

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James hopes to grab Sale chance http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks centre Sam James wants to continue to take his opportunities after a run in the first-team.

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RFU investigate claims over kit man http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England kit man Dave Tennison is under investigation over claims he urged players to buy shares which fell in value.

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Falcons yet to hit form - Richards http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Winless Newcastle Falcons are yet to show their true form in the Premiership, says director of rugby Dean Richards.

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Saints will not panic - Mallinder http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints will not panic despite a poor start to the Premiership season, according to boss Jim Mallinder.

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Exeter defence impresses Baxter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter head coach Rob Baxter says his side's improved defence is behind the club's recent good form.

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Newport Gwent Dragons v Ulster (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster and the Newport Gwent Dragons both ring the changes for Sunday's Pro12 encounter at Rodney Parade.

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Wasps v Gloucester (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

All Black Charles Piutau makes his Wasps debut in Sunday's home game with Gloucester at the Ricoh Arena (15:00 GMT).

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Burgess has left too early - Ford http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sam Burgess's early exit from Bath leaves England short of a potentially world-class back-rower, says coach Mike Ford.

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Ospreys 36-3 Zebre http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wing Eli Walker crosses twice as Ospreys get back to winning ways with a six-try victory over Zebre in the Pro12.

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Worcester v Newcastle (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester give wing Bryce Heem his debut in Saturday's home Premiership game with Newcastle at Sixways (15:00 GMT).

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Blues v Glasgow Warriors (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Three Wales internationals return for Cardiff while Glasgow add six Scotland caps for their Pro12 meeting.

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Edinburgh v Munster (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Match preview ahead of Edinburgh's Pro 12 match against Munster at Murrayfield on Saturday.

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Connacht go top after Treviso win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

High-flying Connacht record a 33-19 victory over Treviso at the Sportsground on Friday night to go top of the Pro12.

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Leinster 19-15 Scarlets http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ian Madigan kicks 14 points as Leinster come from behind to win 19-15 and hand Scarlets their first Pro12 loss of the season.

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Northampton v Saracens (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Northampton host Saracens in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Franklin's Gardens (15:15 GMT)

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London Irish v Bath (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales fly-half Rhys Priestland makes his first Bath start against London Irish at the Madejski Stadium (15:00 GMT).

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Exeter v Leicester (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England winger Jack Nowell returns for Exeter as they host Leicester in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Sandy Park (17:30 GMT).

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Springboks-Ireland venues confirmed http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland's three Tests against South Africa next June will be played in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth.

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Williams signs new Blues contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum-half Lloyd Williams, a member of Wales' World Cup squad, agrees a new long-term contract with Cardiff Blues.

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Harlequins v Sale (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Harlequins host Sale in Friday's Premiership fixture at Twickenham Stoop (19:45 GMT).

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Rugby ref 'sportsperson of decade' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Welsh referee Nigel Owens is named sportsperson of the decade by sexual equality charity Stonewall.

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'English rugby a laughing stock' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sir Clive Woodward says English rugby union is a "laughing stock" following Sam Burgess' return to rugby league.

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Gatland has NZ calibre - Brooke http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales head coach Warren Gatland has the credentials to be New Zealand coach, says former All Blacks forward Zinzan Brooke.

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Returning Burgess 'missed family' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sam Burgess says he missed his family "more than he could have imagined" after quitting rugby union to return to league.

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Reaction to Burgess' union departure http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sam Burgess's exit from Bath and rugby union - a "sorry tale of confusion" for a player who had "all the tools" to be a union great.

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All Blacks visit Collins' grave http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Five of New Zealand's World Cup winners visit the grave of former team-mate Jerry Collins with the Webb Ellis trophy.

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Is Burgess a scapegoat or a quitter? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Is Sam Burgess merely the latest in a series of failed cross-code converts or was he just badly handled in rugby union?

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Gatland to quit Wales in 2019 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Warren Gatland says he will leave the role after the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan.

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Burgess exits Bath for league return http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath and England's cross-code convert Sam Burgess leaves rugby union to rejoin Australian league side South Sydney Rabbitohs.

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Roberts hopes Wales coaches stay http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales centre Jamie Roberts is hoping coach Warren Gatland succeeds in his efforts to retain his backroom coaching staff.

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Hunter to lead England in France http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens wing Charlotte Clapp will win her first England cap, while Sarah Hunter skippers the side against France on Saturday.

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Cowan reflects on 'rollercoaster' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish back row Blair Cowan says his World Cup experience with Scotland was a "rollercoaster ride".

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Baldwin and King sign dual deals http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ospreys hooker Scott Baldwin and back-five forward James King become the latest Wales internationals to sign national dual contracts.

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No pressure on Falcons - Richards http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Director of rugby Dean Richards does not feel pressure, despite Newcastle Falcons failing to win so far this campaign.

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Borthwick excited by Bristol role http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former England captain Steve Borthwick is excited by the ambition at Bristol ahead of his first game as forwards coach.

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Bath still keen to sign Faletau http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath coach Mike Ford says they would still be interested in signing Wales star Taulupe Faletau next summer if he becomes available.

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No Burgess exit demand - Bath owner http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sam Burgess has not asked to leave Bath as he considers a return to rugby league, says the Premiership club's owner.

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Roberts defeated in Cambridge debut http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales and Lions centre Jamie Roberts suffers defeat in his debut for Cambridge University against Worcester Cavaliers.

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'Take England out of RFU control' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-England centre and former RFU board member Simon Halliday is calling for a "serious structural change" to English rugby.

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Gray takes over Glasgow captaincy http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jonny Gray is named as the new captain at Pro12 champions Glasgow Warriors, taking over from the retired Al Kellock.

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'Too soon' for Sinfield union debut http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-England rugby league captain Kevin Sinfield says it is too soon for his union debut at Yorkshire Carnegie.

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'We had to buy them rugby boots' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

'Not only had they never played, some kids couldn't even afford boots.' How the RFU is looking to capitalise on the World Cup's legacy.

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Exeter's Campagnaro must be patient http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Italy centre Michele Campagnaro will have to wait to make his Exeter debut, according to head coach Rob Baxter.

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Wasps' Gopperth given three-week ban http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps stand-off Jimmy Gopperth is given a three-week ban for his late hit on Leicester captain Mathew Tait.

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VIDEO: Tarmac haka welcomes champion All Blacks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby World Cup champions, the All Blacks, arrive home in New Zealand to a heroes' welcome at Auckland International Airport.

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Tigers' Fonua faces eight weeks out http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester's Tongan number eight Opeti Fonua is expected to be sidelined for up to eight weeks with a broken arm.

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Players' stance 'insults' Armitage http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Steffon Armitage says it was "insulting" to hear England players say he would have been a distraction if called into the squad.

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I am in charge at Ulster - Kiss http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Les Kiss makes clear he is now in charge at Ulster after assuming the director of rugby role at Kingspan Stadium.

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Leeds interested in signing Burgess http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leeds Rhinos would bid for Sam Burgess if he is made available by Bath, says chief executive Gary Hetherington.

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Wales to play Chiefs in New Zealand http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales will face Super Rugby side the Chiefs between the first and second Tests during next summer's tour to New Zealand.

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Referee Owens targets 2019 World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Welsh referee Nigel Owens says he wants to continue officiating at least up to the 2019 World Cup in Japan.

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Gray extends Glasgow stay until 2018 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland lock forward Jonny Gray signs a new contract with Pro12 champions Glasgow Warriors until 2018.

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NFL to play matches at Twickenham http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The NFL agrees a three-year deal with the Rugby Football Union to stage regular season matches at Twickenham.

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Sinoti extends Newcastle deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Samoan winger Sinoti Sinoti signs a "long-term deal" at Premiership side Newcastle Falcons, with terms are undisclosed.

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Burgess attitude 'will be right' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath coach Mike Ford believes Sam Burgess will be in the right frame of mind as he returns from England duty.

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Northampton sign France's Picamoles http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

France and Toulouse number eight Louis Picamoles has agreed a deal to move to Northampton from the summer of 2016.

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O'Connell could miss entire season http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Paul O'Connell could be ruled out for up to eight months by the hamstring injury that ended his Ireland career at the World Cup.

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Leicester's Ayerza out for two weeks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers prop Marcos Ayerza will only be out for two weeks with the hamstring injury sustained at the World Cup.

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Salvi contribution hailed by Baxter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter boss Rob Baxter praises the contribution of Julian Salvi after the flanker's first try for the club.

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Guscott's World Cup best and worst http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former England centre Jeremy Guscott picks out the highs and the lows, and the winners and losers from the World Cup.

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Benetton Treviso 3-27 Leinster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster clinch their first away win of the Pro12 campaign and pick up a bonus point as they comfortably see off Treviso.

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Carter is World Rugby player of year http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand's Dan Carter is named World Rugby player of the year and the World Cup-winning All Blacks are team of the year.

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Burgess at crossroads, says brother http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sam Burgess's brother Tom says the "mentally fatigued" code convert is at a "crossroads" over his rugby union career.

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Glasgow Warriors 31-19 Ospreys http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A late try by Taqele Naiyaravoro secures a Pro12 bonus-point win for Glasgow Warriors over Ospreys.

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Newcastle 3-41 Exeter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter Chiefs seal a comprehensive bonus-point victory over Newcastle Falcons in the Premiership.

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RFU in £15m World Cup benefit http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

English rugby union's governing body will benefit by £15m as a result of the money made by the 2015 World Cup.

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Nigel Owens's next job village game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Welsh referee Nigel Owens is to go from the Rugby World Cup final to officiating a match between two village teams.

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Leicester v Wasps (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Leicester host Wasps in Sunday's Premiership fixture at Welford Road (15:15 GMT).

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Robshaw stick unwarranted - O'Shea http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The criticism England captain Chris Robshaw has received is "completely unwarranted", says Harlequins boss Conor O'Shea.

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'Diabolical' Blues embarrass Wilson http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Danny Wilson says aspects of Cardiff Blues' display in their 26-15 Pro12 defeat by Zebre were "diabolical" and "embarrassing".

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Williams gifts winner's medal to fan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand centre Sonny Bill Williams gifts his Rugby World Cup winner's medal to a young fan after the final.

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Sale Sharks v Northampton (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Sale Sharks host Northampton in Sunday's Premiership fixture at AJ Bell Stadium (14:30 GMT).

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Giants of the game reach new heights http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand's World Cup victory over Australia confirms their era-defining sporting greatness, writes Tom Fordyce.

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VIDEO: The Hit: World Cup glory for Carter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Hit looks back at the 2015 Rugby World Cup final as New Zealand's Dan Carter puts in a star performance to help the All Blacks beat Australia 34-17.

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Departing Carter hails 'ultimate' win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fly-half Dan Carter describes leading New Zealand to World Cup history in his final match as "the ultimate achievement".

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Connacht 14-9 Edinburgh http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Connacht clinch a tense 14-9 victory over Edinburgh at the Sportsground to stay second in the Pro12 table.

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Zebre 26-15 Cardiff Blues http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Zebre post a bonus-point Pro12 win over Cardiff Blues with Dries van Schalkwyk going over twice for the hosts in Parma.

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Bath 28-38 Harlequins http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England captain Chris Robshaw makes a winning return for Harlequins as they beat Bath in the Premiership.

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Saracens 24-14 London Irish http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens come from behind to beat London Irish and continue their 100% start to the defence of their Premiership title.

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