Munster battle past Connacht to go five points clear http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Munster extend their lead at the top of the Pro12 to five points as they beat defending champions Connacht in a wet Galway.

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Manu Tuilagi named in 33-man England training squad after returning from injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Manu Tuilagi, Maro Itoje, James Haskell and Anthony Watson are all named in an England training squad after recovering from injury.

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Pro12: Leinster v Ulster (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster are boosted by the return of Irish wing Andrew Trimble for Saturday's Pro12 derby clash against Leinster at the RDS.

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Premiership: Sale Sharks v Bristol http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Sale Sharks host Bristol in Sunday's Premiership fixture at the AJ Bell Stadium (14:30 GMT).

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Premiership: Leicester Tigers v Saracens http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

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

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Pro12: Benetton Treviso v Glasgow Warriors (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Stuart Hogg starts at fly-half for Glasgow Warriors as Gregor Townsend makes 11 changes for Saturday's Pro12 match against Treviso in Italy.

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Premiership: Worcester Warriors v Harlequins http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Worcester Warriors host Harlequins in Sunday's Premiership fixture at Sixways (15:00 GMT).

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England's Watson to make return for Bath http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Bath host Exeter Chiefs in Saturday's Premiership fixture at The Rec (15:00 GMT).

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North returns for Northampton after head injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Northampton wing George North returns for the first time since suffering a head injury on 3 December as his side travel to Gloucester.

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Pro12: Scarlets v Blues (New Year's Day) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview for the New Year's Day Pro12 Welsh derby in which Scarlets host Blues.

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Pro12: Dragons v Ospreys (New Year's Day) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview for Scrum V Live's New Year's Day Pro12 Welsh derby in which Dragons host Ospreys.

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Premiership: Newcastle Falcons v Wasps http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Newcastle Falcons host Wasps in Friday's Premiership fixture at Kingston Park (19:45 GMT).

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Ospreys' Biggar makes history after passing 2,000 points http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ospreys fly-half Dan Biggar becomes the first player in Welsh regional rugby to pass 2,000 points during 19-9 win over Scarlets.

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Sexton could return for New Year's Eve Ulster game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Johnny Sexton could make a return to Leinster duty in Saturday's Pro12 Irish derby against Ulster at the RDS.

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Dragons coach Jones unhappy with Landman yellow http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newport Gwent Dragons coach Kingsley Jones is unhappy with a yellow card given to lock Rynard Landman in the 27-16 defeat by Cardiff Blues.

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Tom Varndell: Bristol's first Premiership win of the season vital for survival http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol wing Tom Varndell says they had to beat fellow strugglers Worcester to keep alive their hopes of staying up.

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Scarlets pick McNicholl to face Ospreys http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview as Ospreys host Scarlets in Tuesday's Pro12 Welsh derby.

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Warburton landmark in sold-out derby http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and preview as Cardiff Blues host Newport Gwent Dragons in Scrum V Live's Boxing Day Pro12 Welsh derby.

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Second Vunipola brother could miss Six Nations http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England prop Mako Vunipola's Six Nations involvement is in doubt after he injured a knee while playing for Saracens.

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George North: World Rugby want more information from RFU over 'non-compliance' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Rugby are to seek more information from the Rugby Football Union regarding George North's latest head injury.

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Blair Kinghorn: Edinburgh full-back signs new two-year contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Full-back Blair Kinghorn signs a new two-year deal with Edinburgh until 2019.

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Hamish Watson: Scotland flanker wants to sign new Edinburgh deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Hamish Watson says he has "unfinished business" at Edinburgh and wants to sign a new contract at the club.

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Premiership: Bristol v Worcester Warriors http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Bristol host Worcester in Boxing Day's Premiership fixture at Ashton Gate (15:00 GMT).

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Premiership: Exeter Chiefs v Leicester Tigers http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

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

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Premiership: Harlequins v Gloucester http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Harlequins host Gloucester in Tuesday's Premiership fixture at Twickenham (16:00 GMT).

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Premiership: Saracens v Newcastle Falcons http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Saracens host Newcastle in Christmas Eve's Premiership fixture at Allianz Park (13:30 GMT).

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Premiership: Wasps v Bath http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

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

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Pro12: Leinster make 10 changes for top-of-the-table derby against Munster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Munster look to have the stronger hand for Monday's top-of-the-table Pro12 derby as Leinster make 10 changes from their rout of Northampton.

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Premiership: Which teams have made the grade heading into round 11? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former England and Bath centre Jeremy Guscott gives his half-term report into how the Premiership clubs have fared.

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Premiership half-term report: Jeremy Guscott rates his title contenders http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Near the halfway stage of the 2016-17 season, BBC Sport's Jeremy Guscott assesses the sides vying to be Premiership champions.

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Glasgow Warriors: Clubs will be interested in my players - Gregor Townsend http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Coach Gregor Townsend says Glasgow's European performances will inevitably lead to interest from other clubs in his players.

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John Gwilliam: Wales Grand Slam-winning captain dies at 93 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

John Gwilliam, the captain of Wales' Grand Slam-winning teams in 1950 and 1952 - and conqueror of the 1953 All Blacks - dies aged 93.

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What does a rugby player have for Christmas lunch? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales regions players Hadleigh Parkes, Nicky Smith, Josh Turnbull, Lloyd Williams and Ashton Hewitt reveal their Christmas secrets.

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Magnus Bradbury extends Edinburgh contract until 2020 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland back-row forward Magnus Bradbury signs a contract extension committing him to stay at Edinburgh until 2020.

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Ulster change six while Connacht miss Aki http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster make six changes for Friday's Pro12 contest against a Connacht side who will be without star centre Bundee Aki.

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Pro12: Edinburgh v Glasgow Warriors (Mon) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Duncan Weir returns for Edinburgh to face former club Glasgow Warriors, who have Henry Pyrgos back in the starting line-up.

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North left out of Saints side to face Sale http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

George North is left out of the Northampton Saints side to face Sale Sharks at Franklin's Gardens on Friday (19:45 GMT).

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Adam Jones: Harlequins prop extends deal and joins coaching staff http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Wales prop Adam Jones extends his contract with Harlequins and will combine playing with a coaching role.

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London Welsh granted temporary licence after 20-point deduction http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Welsh are granted a temporary licence for their next two Championship games, but are deducted 20 league points.

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George North: Ex-Saracens captain Alistair Hargreaves calls review findings 'disgrace' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-Saracens captain Alistair Hargreaves says the review into the handling of George North's head injury is "a disgrace".

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Pro12 in talks over 'bespoke' head injury video system http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Pro12 officials are in talks to bring in a "more comprehensive" video system for medical staff to review head injuries.

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Thomas Waldrom: Exeter forward can lead Premiership try-scorers again says boss http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter says Thomas Waldrom is capable of being the Premiership's top try-scorer for a third season.

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Mat Luamanu: Harlequins back row forward given third ban of the season http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins' Mat Luamanu gets a three-week ban for his red card against Timisoara Saracens, his third ban of the season.

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George North: Rugby authorities are 'experimenting on players' brains' says medical expert http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby authorities are "experimenting on players' brains" by failing to address concussion in the sport, says a former World Rugby medical advisor.

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France rugby team to stop selecting 'foreign' players http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

France will no longer select 'foreign' players, French Rugby Federation (FFR) president Bernard Laporte announces.

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Newcastle shortlisted to host 2018 Champions Cup & Challenge Cup finals http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newcastle is on a shortlist of potential host cities for both European club rugby union finals in 2018.

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Manu Tuilagi says his focus is on Leicester Tigers, not early England recall http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester's Manu Tuilagi hopes he can put his injury woes behind him but plays down the prospect of an England recall.

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Adam Ashe: Scotland cap signs new Glasgow Warriors contract until 2019 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland back-rower Adam Ashe is the latest Glasgow Warriors player to commit his future to the Pro12 side until May 2019.

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Tomas Francis: Rob Howley dealt with Wales criticism well says prop http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales prop Tomas Francis says Rob Howley dealt well with criticism of the way he has coached the national side.

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Darran Phillips: Scarlets chief executive to leave in December http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets announce chief executive Darran Phillips will leave the region at the end of December amid a management restructure.

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European Champions Cup: Northampton Saints escape team selection sanction http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints escape sanction for fielding an under-strength team in their European Champions Cup defeat by Leinster.

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Andrew Coombs angry at Dragons over insurance issue http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-Wales forward Andrew Coombs claims his former club Newport Gwent Dragons have ended his insurance policy, leaving him "devastated".

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Dylan Hartley: Red card let England down - Eddie Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach says captain Dylan Hartley "can't behave in the way he did" after the third red card of the hooker's career.

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Leigh Halfpenny: 'Attractive deal' to tempt Toulon star back to Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Pro Rugby Wales chief Mark Davies says "everything possible" will be done to bring Leigh Halfpenny back to Wales.

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Clermont prop Etienne Falgoux cited following alleged incident in Ulster game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Clermont Auvergne prop Etienne Falgoux is cited for allegedly making contact with the eye area of Ulster's Luke Marshall.

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Denny Solomona: Castleford Tigers 'fired' winger before Sale move - Diamond http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale signed Denny Solomona after he was "fired" by Castleford, says Sharks boss Steve Diamond as he again defends the move.

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Denny Solomona: Castleford rejected 'substantial offer' from Sale - Steve Diamond http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale's Steve Diamond says Castleford rejected a "substantial offer" for Denny Solomona when they first tried to sign him.

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Cardiff Blues Earle to discover fate on Wednesday http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues lock George Earle is to learn his fate on Wednesday after being sent off against Bath in the European Challenge Cup.

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Jack Lam: Bristol club captain resumes training after injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol club captain Jack Lam resumes training for the first time since he was injured on international duty with Samoa.

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Connacht: Denis Buckley, Jack Carty and Quinn Roux sign contract extensions http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Denis Buckley, Jack Carty and Quinn Roux become the latest Connacht players to agree contract extensions.

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Greg Peterson: Glasgow Warriors sign up lock on new deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

American Greg Peterson signs a new contract with Glasgow Warriors, keeping the second row at Scotstoun until at least May 2019.

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Northampton Saints: George North head injury report due on Wednesday http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The report regarding Northampton's handling of George North's latest head injury will be published on Wednesday.

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George Ford: Sale Sharks boss Steve Diamond interested in England fly-half http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale would be interested in signing Bath and England fly-half George Ford, says Sharks director of rugby Steve Diamond.

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James Horwill: Australia lock extends Harlequins deal until 2020 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia international James Horwill extends his contract with Premiership club Harlequins until the summer of 2020.

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Queen steps down as patron of RFU http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Queen is giving up 25 of her patronages including the NSPCC and Barnardo's, says Buckingham Palace.

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Wales tour roles will benefit regional coaches, says Phil Bennett http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Regional coaches would benefit from being involved in Wales' 2017 Pacific Islands tour next summer says fly-half legend Phil Bennett.

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Darlington FC to share with rugby club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Darlington FC's return to the town after a four-year absence is approved by the Football Association.

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Joey Carbery: Ireland fly-half doubt for Six Nations opener http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland and Leinster fly-half Joey Carbery could miss the start of the Six Nations after having surgery on an ankle injury.

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Jake Ilnicki: Northampton Saints sign Canada prop http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints sign Canada prop Jake Ilnicki on a contract until the end of the 2016-17 Premiership season.

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Aled Brew: Bath wing extends contract with Premiership club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales wing Aled Brew signs a new contract extension with Premiership club Bath until the end of the 2017-18 season.

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Denny Solomona: The legal case that could impact rugby as Bosman did football http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport looks at how the legal battle for Denny Solomona could be a landmark moment for rugby players.

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Organisers admit error over Connacht try http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Tournament organisers say Connacht should not have been awarded the line-out from which they scored their winning try against Wasps.

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Scarlets boss hails historic win over Toulon http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets coach Wayne Pivac says the region made history by beating French giants Toulon in the European Champions Cup.

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Leigh Halfpenny: Wales selection ‘not a factor’ in club future http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Welsh rugby's 'wildcard' selection policy will not dictate Leigh Halfpenny's future, says Toulon boss Mike Ford.

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Northampton could face weakened team investigation http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton may face an investigation after fielding a weakened team in Saturday's 60-13 Champions Cup thrashing by Leinster.

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Richard Cockerill dismisses talk of 'toxic' Leicester Tigers coaching set-up http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Director of rugby Richard Cockerill rubbishes reports that he faces the sack and call the Leicester coaching set-up toxic.

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Ian Evans: Dragons head coach Kingsley Jones targets Bristol lock http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Dragons head coach Kingsley Jones wants to sign ex-Ospreys lock Ian Evans from English Premiership side Bristol.

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Johan Goosen: South Africa and Racing 92 back retires at 24 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Springbok back Johan Goosen, who was voted Top 14 player of the year with Racing 92 last season, retires at 24.

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Solomona to make Sale debut against Saracens http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Sale Sharks host Saracens in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at the AJ Bell Stadium (17:30 GMT).

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Hines 'had to leave' Scotland with Cotter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland resource coach Nathan Hines says he "had to leave" the country to continue his development.

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Leinster v Northampton Saints (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Leinster host Northampton Saints in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at the RDS Stadium (19:45 GMT).

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Cardiff Blues' George Earle 'devastated' after red card against Bath http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

George Earle's red card against Bath in the European Challenge Cup was harsh says Cardiff Blues head coach Danny Wilson.

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European Challenge Cup: Ospreys v Grenoble (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and preview as Ospreys host Gernoble at the Liberty Stadium in the European Challenge Cup on Saturday.

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European Challenge Cup: Scarlets v Toulon (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets host Toulon in Sunday's European Rugby Challenge Cup tie at Parc y Scarlets (13:00 GMT).

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Bordeaux-Begles v Exeter Chiefs http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Bordeaux-Begles host Exeter Chiefs in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at the Stade Chaban-Dalmas (13:00 GMT).

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Connacht v Wasps http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Connacht host Wasps in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Galway (17:30 GMT).

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European Champions Cup Pool 5: Clermont Auvergne v Ulster (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Franco van der Merwe replaces the injured Robbie Diack in the only Ulster change for Sunday's Champions Cup game with Clermont Auvergne.

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Newcastle Falcons v Lyon Olympique http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

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

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Leicester Tigers v Munster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

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

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Atlantique Stade Rochelais v Gloucester http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Atlantique Stade Rochelais host Gloucester in Saturday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at Stade Marcel Deflandre (19:45 GMT).

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Harlequins v Timisoara Saracens http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Harlequins host Timisoara Saracens in Saturday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at Twickenham Stoop.

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Ross Harrison: Sale Sharks prop agrees new three-year contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks prop Ross Harrison signs a new three-year deal with the Premiership side.

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Gloucester Rugby: Governing bodies to consider takeover bid http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Mohed Altrad's bid to buy a majority stake in Gloucester Rugby is being considered by European rugby's governing body.

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Nick Reynolds: Newcastle Falcons sign London Welsh centre http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newcastle Falcons sign centre Nick Reynolds from London Welsh on a deal until the end of the season.

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Leigh Halfpenny: Cardiff Blues offer former full-back deal to return to Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues offer full-back Leigh Halfpenny a deal to bring him back to Wales, the Welsh region's chief executive Richard Holland says.

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George North: Northampton Saints will be frustrated by decision wait - Newman http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton will be "frustrated" by the wait for the ongoing George North concussion decision, says Lennie Newman.

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Glasgow Warriors aiming to win Champions Cup - Fagerson http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow Warriors' Zander Fagerson says his side are targeting the European Champions Cup title after beating Racing 92.

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Strauss returns for 100th Glasgow appearance http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Josh Strauss comes in for Glasgow Warriors against a much-changed Racing 92 in Friday's Champions Cup meeting.

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Richard Cockerill: Leicester Tigers not dead in European Champions Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Director of rugby Richard Cockerill says Leicester's European hopes are not dead despite an "unacceptable" display against Munster.

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Pau v Bristol http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Pau host Bristol in Friday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at Stade du Hameau (19:00 GMT).

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Bath v Cardiff Blues (Thu) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Bath host Cardiff Blues in Thursday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at the Recreation Ground (19:45 GMT).

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Newport Gwent Dragons v Worcester Warriors http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newport Gwent Dragons host Worcester Warriors in Friday's European Rugby Challenge Cup tie at Rodney Parade (19:30 GMT).

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Rob Baxter: High tackle directives go 'too far' says Exeter head coach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter boss Rob Baxter says he is concerned new directives on high tackles could be going too far.

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George Merrick: Harlequins lock signs new contract with Premiership club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins lock George Merrick extends his contract with the Premiership club.

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Premiership injuries: Rugby World Cup had big impact - Worcester CEO Jim O'Toole http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester CEO Jim O'Toole highlights the 2015 World Cup's impact on the 2016-17 Premiership season's high injury count.

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George North: Northampton winger 'does not want special treatment' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton director of rugby Jim Mallinder says George North will not want special treatment after his head injury.

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Stade Francais v Edinburgh (Thu) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Chris Dean replaces the suspended Phil Burleigh in one of eight changes for Edinburgh against Stade Francais in the Challenge Cup.

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High tackles: World Rugby changes rules over head contact http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Players will get a yellow card at least from 3 January if they make contact with an opponent's head while making a "reckless tackle".

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Dylan Hartley has let Northampton Saints down - Jim Mallinder http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints director of rugby Jim Mallinder says Dylan Hartley has "let the team down" after he was sent off during his side's Champions Cup loss to Leinster on Friday.

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Dylan Hartley: England captain receives seventh ban http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England captain Dylan Hartley has received a six-week ban - the seventh in his career - for striking Leinster's Sean O'Brien, meaning he will be back in time for England's Six Nations opener against France.

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Northampton Saints chairman Tony Hewitt wants swift attack coach appointment http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints chairman Tony Hewitt says the club hope to appoint new attack coach as soon as possible.

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Henry Slade: Bath transfer rumours incorrect, says Exeter's Rob Baxter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter boss Rob Baxter says he and Henry Slade have laughed about rumours linking the England back with a move to Bath.

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Scarlets flanker Davies given three-week ban http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets flanker James Davies is suspended for three weeks after admitting swearing and making an obscene gesture in Toulon game.

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England face Australia and Argentina in 2017 autumn internationals http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England will host Australia, Argentina and Samoa at Twickenham in their 2017 November international fixtures.

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Jonathan Davies: Scarlets centre may return to face Toulon http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets centre Jonathan Davies could return from a hamstring injury when they host Toulon in the European Champions Cup on Sunday.

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British and Irish Lions: Jason O'Halloran rules out joining Warren Gatland's staff http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland backs coach Jason O'Halloran makes himself unavailable for the Lions despite holding talks with Warren Gatland.

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Wales prop Jenkins set to miss Six Nations http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales and Blues prop Gethin Jenkins is out for at least three months by an arm injury and may miss all of the 2017 Six Nations.

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Japan v Ireland: Hosts confirm dates for Tests against Ireland in summer of 2017 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland's two Test matches in Japan next summer will be played on 17 and 24 June, with venues and kick-off times to be confirmed.

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Castleford take legal action against Sale over Solomona http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Castleford Tigers launch legal action against Sale Sharks, Denny Solomona and his agent after the player's move to rugby union.

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Dylan Hartley: England captain backed by RFU boss Ian Ritchie http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Dylan Hartley should continue as England captain despite his latest disciplinary issue, according to RFU boss Ian Ritchie.

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Henry Pyrgos: Glasgow Warriors scrum-half extends stay until May 2019 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland scrum-half Henry Pyrgos signs a new two-year contract with Glasgow Warriors, tying him to the club until 2019.

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Joe Taufete'e: Worcester Warriors sign ex-American footballer on short-term deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors sign United States front-row forward Joe Taufete'e on a deal until the end of the season.

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Denny Solomona: Sale Sharks sign Castleford Tigers winger http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks confirm the cross-code signing of Castleford Tigers winger Denny Solomona on a three-year deal.

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Eddie Jones: England rugby coach to help Team GB at Olympics http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British Olympic Association chairman Sir Hugh Robertson wants England rugby coach Eddie Jones to help Team GB win medals at the 2020 Games.

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Dylan Hartley: England captain set to learn Six Nations fate on Wednesday http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Dylan Hartley will discover on Wednesday if he can lead England at the 2017 Six Nations following the third dismissal of his career.

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Scarlets flanker James Davies sorry for 'unforgiveable actions' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Olympic Sevens silver medallist James Davies apologises for "unforgiveable actions" in Scarlets' European defeat at Toulon.

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Ex-Cardiff, Wales and Lions three-quarter Gareth Griffiths dies http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gareth Griffiths, who helped Cardiff and Wales beat the 1953 New Zealand All Blacks, has died at the age of 85.

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London Welsh: HMRC winding-up petition adjourned until January http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A winding-up petition facing London Welsh, for an unpaid tax bill of more than £90,000, is adjourned until January.

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Youngsters' lives changed by Welsh Rugby Union rugby course http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Wales Sport meets three teenagers from Mid Wales whose lives have been changed by playing and coaching rugby.

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Siale Piutau: Former Wasps centre signs for Bristol Rugby http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol Rugby sign Tonga centre Siale Piutau on a deal starting in January and running until the end of the season.

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Rob Baxter: Exeter boss admits Champions Cup qualification chances are all but over http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter boss Rob Baxter admits his side are all but out of Europe after their third successive Champions Cup defeat.

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Wasps' Dai Young says officiating of high tackles is 'a joke' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps director of rugby Dai Young says the officiating of high tackles in rugby "can't go overboard".

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Glasgow must 'back up' win over Racing 92 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Finn Russell urges Glasgow Warriors to take another step towards achieving their European ambition by beating Racing 92 again.

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Saracens: Mark McCall says English clubs disadvantaged by Test timing http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall describes the timing of England's Test against Australia as "ludicrous".

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Halfpenny 'weighing up' options over future http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Toulon and Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny will consider all his options before making a decision on his future.

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England beat South Africa to win Cape Town Sevens http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England beat South Africa 19-17 in Cape Town to win the second round of the 2016-17 World Rugby Sevens Series.

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Billy Boston: Cardiff rugby icon who never played at the Arms Park http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Peter Jackson tells the story of how Billy Boston, a boy from Cardiff's Tiger Bay, made the decision to go north.

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Glasgow have nothing to fear if they can repeat Paris display http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Scotland's Andy Burke reflects on a thrilling victory for Glasgow Warriors which boosts hopes of progress in the Champions Cup.

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Gregor Townsend: Glasgow win at Racing 92 'next best' result after Pro12 final http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gregor Townsend says Glasgow's win over Racing 92 was the second best result of his tenure - after their Pro12 final win.

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European Champions Cup: Toulon v Scarlets (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview ahead of Scarlets' Champions Cup trip to Toulon on Sunday.

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London Welsh: Some of the greatest moments from the club's glory days http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

As London Welsh face liquidation, BBC Scrum V remembers some of the players and rugby that defined the club.

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Tom Wood laments Northampton display in European Champions Cup defeat by Leinster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton back row Tom Wood describes their European Champions Cup defeat by Leinster as "flat".

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European Champions Cup and European Challenge Cup: Saturday and Sunday's previews http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

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

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Munster v Leicester Tigers http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Munster host Leicester Tigers in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Thomond Park (15:15 GMT).

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Exeter Chiefs v Bordeaux-Begles http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Exeter Chiefs host Bordeaux-Begles in Sunday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Sandy Park (17:30 GMT).

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Saracens v Sale Sharks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England quartet Owen Farrell, Mako Vunipola, Jamie George and George Kruis return for Saracens' Champions Cup match against Sale on Saturday.

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European Champions Cup: Racing 92 v Glasgow http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow Warriors welcome back four Scotland stars for Saturday's European Champions Cup clash with Racing 92 in Paris.

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European Champions Cup: Ulster v Clermont Auvergne (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster pair Paddy Jackson and Rory Best return from Ireland duty for the European Champions Cup game against leaders Clermont.

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European Challenge Cup: Edinburgh v Stade Francais (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland prop Alasdair Dickinson returns from long term injury to start for Edinburgh against Stade Francais in the European Challenge Cup.

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London Welsh: Liquidated club disqualified British & Irish Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Welsh are disqualified from the British & Irish Cup after the Championship club went into liquidation.

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Timisoara Saracens v Harlequins http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Harlequins travel to Timisoara Saracens in Saturday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture (13:00 GMT).

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Kurtley Beale to make Wasps debut against Connacht in European Rugby Champions Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia international Kurtley Beale will make his Wasps debut against Connacht on Sunday after seven months out through injury.

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George North: Northampton Saints wing's concussion panel review due next week http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The concussion panel review into George North's head injury will come to its conclusion early next week.

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Worcester Warriors v Newport Gwent Dragons http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors host Newport Gwent Dragons in Saturday's European Rugby Challenge Cup tie at Sixways (15:00 GMT).

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Bristol v Pau http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Bristol host Pau in Sunday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at Ashton Gate (15:00 GMT).

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Edd Shervington: Wasps re-sign hooker on three-month contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership club Wasps re-sign Welsh hooker Edd Shervington on a three-month deal to provide cover.

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Grenoble v Ospreys postponed due to frozen pitch http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview as Grenoble host Ospreys at Stade des Alpes in the European Challenge Cup on Friday.

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Francois Hougaard: Worcester seeking compensation for injured South African http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester hope to receive compensation for the loss of injured South African scrum-half Francois Hougaard.

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Sam Warburton: Wales captain says rugby is better than other sports on concussion http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby's cautious approach to head injuries means the sport is ahead of others when dealing with concussion, says Wales captain Sam Warburton.

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Denny Solomona: RFU to allow Sale to sign former rugby league player despite legal case http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Rugby Football Union will not stop Denny Solomona's move to Sale despite a cross-code legal battle for the player.

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Lyon Olympique v Newcastle Falcons http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Lyon Olympique host Newcastle Falcons in Friday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at the Matmut Stadium (18:30 GMT).

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Varsity matches: Victories for Cambridge men and Oxford women http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cambridge beat Oxford for the first time in seven years in the 135th men's Varsity match at Twickenham, while Oxford women win.

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European Challenge Cup: Cardiff Blues v Bath (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview as Cardiff Blues host Bath at the Arms Park in the European Challenge Cup on Saturday.

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George Worth: http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester backs coach Geordan Murphy says allowing full-back George Worth to play with freedom is key to his development.

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Mark Morgan: Jersey Reds chief questions RFU after London Welsh liquidation http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jersey chairman Mark Morgan says the RFU must take "a good, hard look at itself" with London Welsh set to be liquidated.

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Northampton Saints v Leinster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Northampton Saints host Leinster in Friday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Franklin's Gardens (19:45 GMT).

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Gloucester v Atlantique Stade Rochelais http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

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

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Callum Braley: Gloucester scrum-half signs new deal with Premiership club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum-half Callum Braley signs a new contract extension with Premiership club Gloucester for the 2017-18 season.

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Pivac backs ex-Wales 10 Jones for role with national team http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets head coach Wayne Pivac would back attack coach Stephen Jones joining Wales' back-room team for next summer's Pacific Islands tour.

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Kurtley Beale: Australia back closing on Wasps debut http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia international Kurtley Beale is close to his Wasps debut after seven months out, says director of rugby Dai Young.

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Mohed Altrad: Gloucester hold 'discussions' with Montpellier owner http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership club Gloucester confirm "discussions" with Montpellier owner Mohed Altrad over a possible purchase of shares.

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Mark Atkinson: Gloucester centre signs new contract with Premiership club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Centre Mark Atkinson signs a new contract with Premiership club Gloucester, who he joined in 2014.

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London Welsh: Championship club to go into liquidation http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Championship club London Welsh announce they are set to go into liquidation because of financial problems.

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Worcester Warriors: CEO Jim O'Toole explains change in Sixways management http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester chief executive Jim O'Toole explains the decision to give head coach Carl Hogg sole first-team charge.

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Scotland's Horne & Hughes face Six Nations race http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow Warriors backs Peter Horne and Rory Hughes could miss Scotland's Six Nations Championship with injuries.

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Robin McBryde confirmed as Wales coach for 2017 summer tour http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Robin McBryde will coach Wales on their summer tour of the Pacific Islands in 2017 when Warren Gatland and Rob Howley are with the Lions

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Denny Solomona: Sale Sharks register Castleford winger http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks name winger Denny Solomona in their Champions Cup squad ahead of his expected move from Castleford Tigers.

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Borthwick, Howley, Farrell set for Lions coaching roles http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Steve Borthwick, Rob Howley and Andy Farrell are set to named assistant coaches for next year's British and Irish Lions tour.

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Ex-rugby star Gibbs' wife 'hit by motorbike' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The wife of ex-Welsh rugby international Scott Gibbs is in a critical condition in an Italian hospital after being hit by a motorbike, her family says.

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Dan Lydiate: Injured Wales & Ospreys flanker can recover - Brad Davis http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales flanker Dan Lydiate can make a full recovery from the injury that has ended his season, says Ospreys defence coach Brad Davis.

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George North: Northampton Saints stand down Wales winger for assessment http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales winger George North is stood down from playing by his club Northampton until he has undergone independent assessment of a head injury.

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Chris Vui: Worcester Warriors sign Samoa international until the end of the season http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership strugglers Worcester Warriors sign Samoa international forward Chris Vui on a short-term deal.

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Will Skelton: Saracens sign Australia forward from Waratahs on short-term deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens sign Australia forward Will Skelton from from Waratahs on a short-term deal.

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Dan Tuohy: Bristol sign Ireland international from Ulster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol sign Ireland lock Dan Tuohy from Ulster.

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Newcastle bid to host 2018 European Rugby finals http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newcastle is bidding to become the host city for both European Rugby Cup finals in 2018.

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Pat Lam: Bristol appoint Connacht boss as head coach from start of 2017-18 season http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol name Connacht's Pat Lam as their new head coach from the start of the 2017-18 season.

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Regan King: Former All Blacks centre leaves Jersey Reds for personal reasons http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former New Zealand centre Regan King leaves Jersey for personal reasons after only eight appearances.

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Long way to go before England are number one - Guscott http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jeremy Guscott on England's mental toughness, their strength in depth, whether they would beat New Zealand "tomorrow", and his Lions team.

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Scrum V pundits on England, George North’s injury scare and Rob Howley http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jonathan Davies and Phil Davies discuss England’s development under Eddie Jones, George North’s injury scare and whether Rob Howley will join the Lions coaching team.

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PRO12 Highlights: Leinster 28-15 Newport Gwent Dragons http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster are too strong for Newport Gwent Dragons and move level on points with PRO12 leaders Munster

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Highlights: Principality Premiership round-up http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum V highlights of the action from the Welsh Premiership matches featuring Llanelli's home game against Cardiff at Parc y Scarlets.

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PRO12 highlights as Ulster end three-match losing run by beating Cardiff Blues 35-22 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Highlights as tries from Charles Piutau, Stuart McCloskey, Kyle McCall, Chris Henry and Louis Ludik help Ulster end a three-match losing PRO12 run as they beat Cardiff Blues 35-22.

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World Cup winners 'a much better side' than us - Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England are not at the same level as the side that won the 2003 World Cup despite winning their last 14 Tests, says coach Eddie Jones.

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Dan Lydiate: Wales flanker to miss rest of season with serious knee injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ospreys and Wales flanker Dan Lydiate will miss the rest of the season with anterior cruciate ligament damage.

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Setbacks to springboards: How England turned things around http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC pundits Matt Dawson and Paul Grayson on how England have grown during 2016 on their way to a record-equalling 14-game winning run.

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Northampton Saints: George North 'fit to play' after head injury assessment http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton say winger George North was not knocked out and was fit to play on after a mid-air tackle against Leicester.

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Tom Youngs: Leicester Tigers' England hooker injured changing tyre http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England hooker Tom Youngs suffers a back injury changing a tyre on his car at home, says Leicester boss Richard Cockerill.

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No half-time 'hairdryer' from Jones - Youngs http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ben Youngs says there was no 'hairdryer' treatment from Eddie Jones at half-time to turnaround the team's fortunes against Australia.

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England would play All Blacks tomorrow - Eddie Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Eddie Jones says he would play New Zealand "tomorrow" after England ended the year with a record-equalling 14th consecutive Test victory - a 37-21 win over Australia.

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South Africa beat Fiji to win World Sevens Series opener in Dubai http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South Africa stun Olympic champions Fiji to win the opening round of the 2016-17 World Rugby Sevens Series in Dubai.

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PRO12 highlights: Ospreys 31-22 Edinburgh http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch Scrum V's highlights as Ospreys secure a bonus-point win over Edinburgh in the PRO12.

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Dan Lydiate: Wales flanker out with knee ligament damage http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales flanker Dan Lydiate set to miss at least the start of the Six Nations with knee ligament damage.

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Pro12: Cardiff Blues v Ulster (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview as Cardiff Blues host Ulster at Cardiff Arms Park in the Pro12 on Saturday.

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Pro12: Connacht v Benetton Treviso (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fly-half Marnitz Boshoff is handed his first start for Connacht as coach Pat Lam makes four changes for the Pro12 clash with Benetton Treviso.

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Pro12: Leinster v Dragons (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news ahead of Saturday's meeting between Leinster and Newport-Gwent Dragons in Dublin.

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PRO12: Zebre v Scarlets (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview as Zebre host Scarlets at Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi in the PRO12 on Saturday.

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Keatley's late drop-goal keeps Munster top of Pro12 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ian Keatley's late drop goal gives Pro12 leaders Munster victory over Glasgow Warriors at Scotstoun.

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England must make Australia's lives a living hell - Haskell http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England are chasing a record-equalling 14th straight win and although they beat Australia 3-0 in the summer, James Haskell is expecting another tough game on Saturday.

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England v Australia: Eddie Jones' side 'more potential says Matt Dawson http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Cup winner Matt Dawson believes Eddie Jones' England team have "more potential" than the team that lifted the William Webb Ellis trophy in 2003.

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Gareth Anscombe: Cardiff Blues fly-half faces lay off after surgery http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues and Wales fly half Gareth Anscombe out of action for up to six weeks with a groin injury.

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Premiership: Gloucester v Bristol (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester host Bristol in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Kingsholm (16:30 GMT).

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

Worcester Warriors host Wasps in Sunday's Premiership fixture at Sixways (15:00 GMT)

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Premiership: Newcastle Falcons v Harlequins http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newcastle Falcons host Harlequins in Sunday's Premiership fixture at Kingston Park (15:00 GMT).

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Itoje makes Saracens return against Bath http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England lock Maro Itoje returns from injury for Saracens as they travel to Bath in the Premiership on Saturday.

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Premiership: Leicester Tigers v Northampton Saints (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers host Northampton Saints in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Welford Road (17:00 GMT).

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Dylan Hartley defends England prop Dan Cole over scrummaging http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England captain Dylan Hartley defends Dan Cole after Australia coach Michael Cheika accused the prop of scrummaging illegally.

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Eddie Jones tells Matt Dawson about his dreams of "perfect" rugby. http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eddie Jones tells Matt Dawson about his dreams of "perfect" rugby and reveals he's spoken to the England team about Nadia Comaneci's perfect ten in gymnastics.

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England v Australia: Dylan Hartley defends Dan Cole scrummaging http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England captain Dylan Hartley says Dan Cole has not won 68 caps by scrummaging illegally after accusations from Australia coach Michael Cheika.

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England v Australia: Eddie Jones has chip on his shoulder - Michael Cheika http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia coach Michael Cheika says he respects England counterpart Eddie Jones but that he always "operated with a chip on his shoulder".

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Scarlets: Johnny McNicholl sidelined after 'emergency surgery' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets' wing Johnny McNicholl is sidelined after undergoing "emergency surgery" on Monday, say the region.

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Pro12: Ospreys v Edinburgh (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview as Welsh region Ospreys host PRO12 Scottish opponents Edinburgh on Friday.

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England v Australia- preview & key stats http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, match preview and detailed statistics for Saturday's match between England and Australia at Twickenham.

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England v Australia: Jones 'taking heat off England scrum' says Cheika http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia coach Michael Cheika says Eddie Jones' digs at the Wallaby scrum are designed to deflect attention away from England's frailties.

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Ireland's Payne out for three months with kidney injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland and Ulster centre Jared Payne will miss the start of the Six Nations after being ruled out for three months with a kidney injury.

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Townsend declines Lions coaching offer http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gregor Townsend confirms he turned down the chance to join the British and Irish Lions coaching staff for next year's New Zealand tour.

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Premiership: Sale Sharks v Exeter Chiefs http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale host Exeter in Friday's Premiership fixture at the AJ Bell Stadium (19:45 GMT).

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Devin Toner: Leinster and Ireland lock signs three-year deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland lock Devin Toner signs a three-year IRFU contract which will see him remain at Leinster until at least 2020.

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England v Australia: Wallabies stronger after England whitewash - Michael Lynagh http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia great Michael Lynagh warns England they will face a completely different Wallabies side to the one humbled 3-0 in the summer.

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Elia Elia: Harlequins sign Samoa hooker on short-term deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership side Harlequins sign Samoa international Elia Elia on a short-term deal.

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England: Nathan Hughes and Marland Yarde to start against Australia http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Nathan Hughes and Marland Yarde will start for England against Australia on Saturday, in two forced changes to Eddie Jones' side.

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Sarah Hunter: England captain's road to being World Rugby's women's player of 2016 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England captain Sarah Hunter on her journey from rugby league to becoming the world's best female rugby union player.

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Sarah Hunter: World Rugby Player of 2016 award 'doesn't feel right' in team sport http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England captain Sarah Hunter tells BBC Points West her World Rugby Player of the Year award "doesn't feel right".

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Jonah Lomu: Martin Johnson, Jonny Wilkinson and Michael Lynagh pay tribute http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Martin Johnson, Jonny Wilkinson and Michael Lynagh pay tribute to Jonah Lomu at an event for the Jonah Lomu Legacy Trust.

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Ex-Dragons boss Jones joins Namibian side Welwitschias http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Newport Gwent Dragons and Ospreys coach Lyn Jones is to return to rugby with the Namibian team the Welwitschias.

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James Hook: Gloucester fly-half to rejoin Ospreys at the end of the season http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester fly-half James Hook will rejoin Ospreys at the end of the season, six years after he left the Welsh region.

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Dean Richards: Newcastle Falcons talent has platform to impress in first-team http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newcastle boss Dean Richards says the amount of academy talent in the first team is proof players have chance to impress.

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Six Nations bonus point: Mike Ruddock says changes make tournament better http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-Wales coach Mike Ruddock believes the introduction of bonus points to the Six Nations "enhances the quality" of the competition.

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Ex-England captain Tindall expecting second child http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Queen's granddaughter Zara Tindall and husband Mike are expecting a second child.

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Niko Matawalu: New Exeter signing will 'play in any position' for Chiefs http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Niko Matawalu says he will play anywhere in the backs in order to get into the Exeter Chiefs team.

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Six Nations: Bonus-point system introduced for 2017 tournament http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Six Nations has announced there will be a bonus-point system in the 2017 championship.

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Cardiff prop Peikrishvili banned for six weeks for biting http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues' Georgian prop Anton Peikrishvili is banned for six weeks for biting Ospreys' Rob McCusker in an Anglo-Welsh Cup game.

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Northampton & England prop Brookes banned for two weeks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton and England prop Kieran Brookes is banned for two weeks after being sent off during Friday's defeat by Newcastle.

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England: Semesa Rokoduguni and Marland Yarde retained for Australia Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Semesa Rokoduguni and Marland Yarde are retained in England's 25-man squad to prepare for Saturday's Test with Australia.

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Richard Cockerill: Dan Cole criticism is daft, says Leicester Tigers boss http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers director of rugby Richard Cockerill says Michael Cheika's criticism of prop Dan Cole is "a bit daft".

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Matt Banahan: Bath wing out for three months with knee injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath wing Matt Banahan is ruled out for around three months with a knee injury, report BBC Radio Bristol.

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Ulster's Ireland lock Tuohy set for Bristol move http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland lock Dan Tuohy is expected to move from Ulster to Bristol in the coming weeks after seven years with the Irish province.

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England whitewash let down Australia fans, says backs coach Stephen Larkham http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia are desperate to avenge an "embarrassing" summer series whitewash by England, backs coach Stephen Larkham says.

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Wales' Liam Williams misses Scarlets trip to Zebre amid move talk http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Liam Williams is out of Scarlets' trip to Zebre with an ankle injury as the region refuse to admit defeat over his prospective move to Saracens.

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Martin Johnson believes England can emulate 2003 World Cup winners http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former England captain Martin Johnson thinks Eddie Jones' side can emulate the team he led to World Cup glory in 2003.

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Johnny Sexton: Leinster assistant Girvan Dempsey hopes for fly-half's quick return http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster backs coach Girvan Dempsey hopes Ireland fly-half Johnny Sexton will be available for the European Champions Cup game against Northampton.

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Elliot Daly: England wing banned for reckless tackle http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's Elliot Daly is banned for three weeks for the dangerous tackle which led to him being sent off in Saturday's victory over Argentina.

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Shane Williams: 'Wales have missed Warren Gatland' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Despite winning three autumn internationals, Shane Williams believes Wales have missed the coaching and influence of Warren Gatland.

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England v Australia: Nathan Hughes ready to replace Billy Vunipola, says Paul Gustard http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Nathan Hughes is fit and ready to replace Billy Vunipola against Australia, says England assistant coach Paul Gustard.

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Ireland captain Rory Best says gap between hemispheres has been filled http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland captain Rory Best believes his side have helped fill the void between the northern and southern hemispheres with their historic autumn Test series.

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Denny Solomona: Sale Sharks interested in 'resigned' Castleford Tigers winger http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks director of rugby Steve Diamond confirms their interested in signing winger Denny Solomona.

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Rob Howley: Wales interim coach should be number one elsewhere - Williams http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rob Howley should leave Wales' coaching team to gain experience if he wants to succeed Warren Gatland in 2019, says Martyn Williams.

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Jones has damaged his legacy in Australia - Cheika http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eddie Jones has tarnished his legacy with Australia by unloading "vitriol" during the summer, says Wallabies head coach Michael Cheika.

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Jeremy Guscott on England's winning record, plus Ireland, Scotland & Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jeremy Guscott on comparing Eddie Jones' England to the celebrated 2003 squad, plus analysis of Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

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Scrum V: Sean Holley's verdict on Wales' win over South Africa http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum V analyst Sean Holley assesses Wales’ 27-13 win over South Africa in the final game of the Autumn series.

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

England's Billy Vunipola is likely to miss the Six Nations with a knee injury which will keep him out for up to four months.

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Fresh hope, familiar problems for Scotland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Autumn promise is blooming, but Scotland face familiar problems come the Six Nations Championship, writes Tom English.

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Eddie Jones: England head coach urges rule change for foul play http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Eddie Jones calls for a change in the way foul play is refereed in rugby union.

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England 27-14 Argentina: Eddie Jones praises 'terrific' England players http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eddie Jones praises England's "terrific" performance against Argentina after a 27-14 win at Twickenham.

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Autumn internationals: New Zealand end 2016 with France win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand score three tries to beat France and seal their 13th win from 14 matches this year in their final match of 2016.

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Wales, Rob Howley and the tricky question of perception http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

History - and next season's Six Nations - are likely to decide whether Wales have a had a good autumn after beating South Africa.

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Win over Australia perfect way to celebrate 100th Ireland cap - Best http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland captain Rory Best says he is happy with the manner in which his side beat Australia on the occasion of his 100th cap.

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Wales players have given everything, says Howley http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales head coach Rob Howley declared himself satisfied with Wales' autumn international campaign after Springboks success.

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Eddie Jones full of praise for 14-man England after they beat Argentina http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eddie Jones praises his England side after they played with 14 men for 75 minutes to beat Argentina and extend their winning streak.

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Ireland hold on to beat Australia http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland beat Australia to secure victories over the 'big three' southern hemisphere teams in the same year for the first time ever.

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Wales v South Africa: Justin Tipuric dances through for fine Welsh try http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Flanker Justin Tipuric breaks through the South Africa defence to finish off a fine try for Wales and secure their 27-13 win against South Africa.

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Clinical England women brush aside Canada http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England women produce a clinical display to beat Canada 39-6 at Twickenham in their final autumn international.

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Wales v South Africa: Springboks pull one back as Uzair Cassiem drives over http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South Africa's Uzair Cassiem reduces the deficit for his team after finishing off a Springbok drive to score his team's first try of the match.

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Wales v South Africa: Ken Owens scores breakthrough try after Welsh drive http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales' Ken Owens scores his sides opening try in the second half of the autumn international against South Africa at the Principality Stadium.

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Wales v South Africa: Referee Romain Poite takes Wales pass to the face http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Referee Romain Poite, during the autumn international match between between Wales and South Africa, gets a little too close to the action and takes a ball to the face.

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Pro12: Munster 46-3 Benetton Treviso http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Munster move to the top of the Pro12 table as they run in seven tries in a comprehensive win over strugglers Treviso at Thomond Park.

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Autumn internationals: Scotland 43-16 Georgia: Stuart Hogg scores twice to help Scotland win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Stuart Hogg scores twice to help Scotland to a 43-16 win over Georgia, their sixth win out of 10 games in 2016.

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Autumn internationals: Stuart Hogg scores individual 'X factor' try for Scotland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland's Stuart Hogg scores an individual "X factor" try for Scotland against Georgia in the autumn international at Rugby Park in Kilmarnock.

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Pro12 highlights: Connacht 18-7 Cardiff Blues http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch highlights as Connacht beat visitors Cardiff Blues in the Pro12.

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Alun Wyn Jones: New style to Wales' detriment 'at times' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Alun Wyn Jones says Wales are determined to adopt a more attacking style, but the change has been "detrimental" at times.

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Cae Trehern's family raise rugby concussion concerns after death http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The family of a former rugby player who killed himself earlier this year are urging other players and doctors to be more aware of the long-term side effects of concussion.

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Pro12 highlights: Glasgow Warriors 5-22 Ospreys http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch the Welsh-language highlights as Ospreys earn their first win in Glasgow since 2009 by easing aside the 14-man Warriors at Scotstoun.

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Pro12 highlights: Scarlets 38-29 Leinster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch all the highlights as Scarlets run in five tries against Leinster to move into the Pro12 top four.

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Ulster v Zebre off because of frozen pitch http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Pro12 match between Ulster and Zebre at the Kingspan Stadium is called off because of adverse weather conditions and a frozen pitch.

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Rory Best: Ireland team-mates laud hooker as he prepares to win 100th cap http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rory Best will not allow winning his 100th Ireland cap to deflect his total focus from beating Australia, says team-mate Andrew Trimble.

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Argentina are a bit of an unknown quantity - Haskell http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Argentina, England's opponents on Saturday, are a much improved side but are also a bit of an unknown quantity, says James Haskell.

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Premiership: Exeter Chiefs v Worcester Warriors http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Exeter Chiefs host Worcester Warriors in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Sandy Park (16:30 GMT).

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Premiership: Wasps v Sale Sharks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Josh Charnley makes his first Sale start against Wasps in Sunday's Premiership fixture at the Ricoh Arena (14:30 GMT).

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Premiership: Saracens v Gloucester http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Saracens host Gloucester in Sunday's Premiership fixture at Allianz Park (13:00 GMT).

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Premiership: Harlequins v Bath http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Harlequins host Bath in Sunday's Premiership fixture at Twickenham Stoop (15:15 GMT).

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England women v Canada women: Wilson & Matthews back for hosts http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England women make six changes for the Test against Canada at Twickenham on Saturday.

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Premiership and Pro 12: Previews for Friday's matches http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news for Friday's six matches in the Premiership and Pro12, including Bristol hosting Leicester.

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England's Elliot Daly can be next 'Jason Robinson', says coach Eddie Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps' Elliot Daly has the ability to give England attacking options like Jason Robinson did, says national coach Eddie Jones.

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Scotland v Georgia: Match preview and key statistics http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, match preview and detailed statistics for Saturday's match between Scotland and Georgia at Rugby Park.

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England v Argentina: Match preview and key statistics http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, match preview and detailed statistics for Saturday's match between England and Argentina at Twickenham.

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Wales v South Africa: Match preview and key statistics http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, match preview and detailed statistics for Saturday's match between Wales and South Africa at the Principality Stadium.

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Ireland women's rugby: Fit-again Niamh Briggs returns for New Zealand contest http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Niamh Briggs returns to an Ireland team that shows 11 changes from the hammering by Canada for Sunday's game against New Zealand.

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Scotland v Georgia: We need an expanded Six Nations, says Georgia boss http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Georgia head coach Milton Haig wants an expanded Six Nations, and says Tier Two teams are "fighting for scraps" from rugby's top table.

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England v Argentina: Autumn Tests intense like World Cup - Marler http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's autumn international schedule mirrors the intensity of a Rugby World Cup, according to prop Joe Marler.

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London Welsh's future back in doubt after investment proposal collapses http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Welsh's future is back in doubt as they have not received investment proposed by a United States-based group.

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Scotland women unchanged for Spain play-off http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland women name an unchanged line-up and bench for the World Cup play-off second leg against Spain, who lead 10-5.

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Premiership: Northampton Saints v Newcastle Falcons http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Northampton host Newcastle in Friday's Premiership fixture at Franklin’s Gardens (19:45 GMT).

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Ireland's Stander & Kearney fit to face Australia http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

CJ Stander and Rob Kearney are passed fit to start for Ireland against Australia but wing Simon Zebo drops to the bench.

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Pro12: Scarlets v Leinster (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview ahead of Scarlets hosting Leinster at Parc y Scarlets in the Pro12 on Friday.

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Pro12: Glasgow Warriors v Ospreys (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview as Glasgow Warriors host Pro12 opponents Ospreys on Friday.

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Pro12: Connacht v Cardiff Blues http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview ahead of Connacht hosting Cardiff Blues in Galway in the Pro12 on Friday.

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Pro12: Connacht v Cardiff Blues http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team details and match preview ahead of Connacht hosting Cardiff Blues in Galway in the Pro12 on Friday.

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Wales v South Africa: Wing Brian Habana dropped for Wales game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South Africa make seven changes and drop World Cup winning wing Brian Habana against Wales after losing to Italy.

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Bennett one of five Scotland changes for Georgia Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Mark Bennett makes his first appearance of this year's autumn internationals as Scotland complete their series against Georgia.

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England's Tuilagi named in Leicester squad http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Bristol host Leicester Tigers in Friday's Premiership fixture at Ashton Gate (19:45 GMT).

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England recall second row George Kruis to face Argentina http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens second row George Kruis will start for England against Argentina as coach Eddie Jones makes four changes.

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Ryan Mills: Worcester Warriors centre receives two-week suspension http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors centre Ryan Mills picks up a two-week ban for a dangerous tackle in the game against Northampton.

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Warburton out of Wales team to face Springboks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Sam Warburton ruled out of Wales team to face South Africa as centre Jamie Roberts drops back to the bench.

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Rainbow Laces: Football & rugby to support campaign over weekend http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Football and rugby will link up with gay rights charity Stonewall this weekend in a show of support for LGBT fans and players.

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Calum Clark: Northampton flanker given three-week ban for striking opponent http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton flanker Calum Clark is been banned for three matches after admitting striking Worcester's Donncha O'Callaghan.

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Owen Williams: Leicester Tigers hope to sign fly-half to new contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers director of rugby Richard Cockerill says he is "very keen" to sign fly-half Owen Williams to a new deal.

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Dropped Rokoduguni knows where he stands - Gustard http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England coach Paul Gustard believes the right team has been chosen to face Argentina, despite Semesa Rokoduguni's exclusion.

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Fekitoa gets one-game ban for Zebo tackle http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand centre Malakai Fekitoa should have been sent off for his high tackle on Ireland's Simon Zebo, World Rugby says.

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Rob Andrew: Sussex name ex-England rugby player as chief executive http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sussex appoint former RFU director and England fly-half Rob Andrew as their new chief executive.

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England v Argentina: Semesa Rokoduguni left out after man-of-the-match display http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Semesa Rokoduguni is left out of the England squad to play Argentina on Saturday, despite his man-of-the match performance against Fiji.

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Beating Georgia 'key to Scotland Six Nations hopes' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland's players will be "in a great spot" for Six Nations selections if they beat Georgia on Saturday, says captain Greig Laidlaw.

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Rhys Priestland: Bath and Wales fly-half out for up to 12 weeks with injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales and Bath fly-half Rhys Priestland is ruled out for eight to 12 weeks with a leg injury he suffered on Friday.

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Richard Hibbard: Gloucester and Wales hooker signs new deal with Premiership club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales hooker Richard Hibbard agrees a new contract with Premiership club Gloucester, who signed him in 2014.

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Connor Braid: Worcester Warriors sign Canada fly-half on short-term deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Canada international fly-half Connor Braid signs for injury-hit Worcester Warriors until the end of the season.

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Michael Cheika had to 'restart' Wallabies after England whitewash and NZ defeats http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Michael Cheika says he was "back to zero" with his Australia team after the whitewash by England in June and further defeats by New Zealand.

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Blair Cowan: London Irish flanker hopes for Scotland recall http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish flanker Blair Cowan says he still hopes he can earn a recall to the Scotland squad.

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Wales can rectify Japan problems before facing South Africa, says James King http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales can rectify the problems of their 33-30 win over Japan in time to face South Africa, says forward James King.

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England's Joe Launchbury banned for two weeks for kick http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England lock Joe Launchbury is banned for two weeks, ruling the Wasps forward out of the remaining autumn internationals.

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Steve Borthwick: Joining British & Irish Lions staff would be 'huge honour' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England forwards coach Steve Borthwick says it would be a "huge honour" to be involved with the British and Irish Lions next summer.

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Ireland: Johnny Sexton & Robbie Henshaw to miss Australia game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland pair Johnny Sexton and Robbie Henshaw are out of Saturday's game against Australia in Dublin because of injury.

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RFU says Championship sides must live within their means after financial issues http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Championship clubs must live within their means, according to RFU director of professional rugby Nigel Melville.

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Calum Clark: Northampton Saints flanker charged for 'striking with elbow' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints flanker Calum Clark is charged with striking Worcester's Donncha O'Callaghan with his elbow.

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Edwards backs 'excellent' Wales coach Howley http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales defence coach Shaun Edwards backs heavily-criticised coach Robert Howley as being "very, very good".

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Refs should keep closer eye on All Blacks but Ireland should still have won - Guscott http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand pushed the limits but Ireland should still have won says Jeremy Guscott, plus his take on England, Wales and Scotland.

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Wales have to use physicality against South Africa - Shane Williams http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales have to match South Africa physically if they are to beat the Springboks in the final Test of the autumn series, says Shane Williams.

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Fit-again Kruis back in England squad after surgery http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens' George Kruis is added to England's autumn Test series squad after recovering from ankle surgery.

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England lock Launchbury cited for alleged kick http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's Joe Launchbury is cited for allegedly kicking Fiji's Asaeli Tikoirotuma during Saturday's 58-15 win at Twickenham.

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Trimble 'very disappointed' by Ireland loss to New Zealand http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland wing Andrew Trimble and flanker Josh van der Flier offer their post-match thoughts on Saturday's 21-9 defeat by the All Blacks in Dublin.

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All Blacks Fekitoa and Cane cited after win over Ireland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand players Malakai Fekitoa and Sam Cane are cited following tackles in Saturday's win over Ireland in Dublin.

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Scrum V: Sean Holley's verdict on Wales' win over Japan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum V analyst Sean Holley runs the rule over Wales’ narrow 33-30 win over Japan.

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Scrum V: Experts' views on Wales' win over Japan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gwyn Jones, Jeremy Guscott, Graham Price, journalist Peter Jackson, Iestyn Harris and Gareth Delve on Wales' narrow 33-30 win over Japan.

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'Ireland must beat Australia for a successful series' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Second row Devin Toner says Ireland need to beat Australia on Saturday in order to consider their autumn Test series a success.

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Sam Davies: Wales fly-half thankful to be a 'hero' against Japan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales fly-half Sam Davies says he knew he would be a "hero or villain" before his last-minute drop goal to beat Japan.

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Autumn internationals: 'X-factor' backs give Scots belief, says Sean Maitland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Winger Sean Maitland says the quality of Scotland's backs give the team belief they can always find a way to win matches.

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Joe Schmidt: Ireland coach quiet on All Blacks physicality after Dublin defeat http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt keeps his own counsel on New Zealand's physicality after the All Blacks avenge their Chicago defeat.

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England forwards coach Steve Borthwick set to join 2017 Lions set-up http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England forwards coach Steve Borthwick is set to join the British and Irish Lions coaching team for the 2017 tour of New Zealand.

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Scotland 19-16 Argentina highlights: Laidlaw wins with final kick of match http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Greig Laidlaw steers Scotland to a narrow 19-16 victory over Argentina with the final kick of the match.

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England 20-25 New Zealand: Red Roses lose as Rochelle Clark sets caps record http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England women lose 25-20 to top-ranked New Zealand as Rochelle Clark sets a new international caps record.

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Autumn international: Japan deserved to beat Wales, says Rob Howley http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales interim head coach Rob Howley acknowledges Japan should have beaten his side in a thrilling international in Cardiff.

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Italy beat South Africa for first time in their autumn international http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Italy beat South Africa for the first time in their 13 encounters with a tense 20-18 victory in Florence.

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Ireland women hammered by dominant Canada in Dublin http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland's women are outclassed by Canada in Dublin as the 2014 World Cup finalists run in seven tries in a 48-7 victory.

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Wales v Japan: Dan Lydiate powers over for Wales' first try http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Dan Lydiate powers over from close range to give Wales a 7-6 lead against Japan at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff.

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England women lose to NZ as Rochelle Clark sets caps record http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World number one side New Zealand beat England 25-20 as Rochelle Clark becomes the most-capped player in the women's game.

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Get Inspired: Kath Pritchard on life as a rugby referee http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Kath Pritchard has been making history in rugby as a female referee and is hoping to inspire other women to do the same.

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I lost sleep after Australia woes - Roberts http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

After being recalled to play against Japan, Wales centre Jamie Roberts admits losing sleep after his poor game against Australia.

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Scotland women suffer World Cup blow http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Profligate Scotland women are beaten 10-5 by Spain in the first leg of their Womens' Rugby World Cup qualifier at Scotstoun.

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Argentina eye rank & revenge against Scotland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Argentina captain Agustin Creevy targets World Rugby rankings points and revenge against Scotland on Saturday.

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Munster: European clash with Racing 92 rescheduled for January http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Munster's postponed European Champions Cup fixture against Racing 92 has been rescheduled for 7 January.

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Premiership: Leicester Tigers v Harlequins (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Leicester Tigers host Harlequins in Sunday's Premiership fixture at Welford Road (15:15 GMT).

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Premiership: Gloucester v Wasps http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Gloucester host Wasps in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Kingsholm (16:30 GMT).

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Fiji were awesome at the Olympics, but Saturday is different - Haskell http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fiji may have dominated the Olympic sevens but they will face an altogether different challenge when they take on England, says James Haskell.

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Premiership: Sale Sharks v Saracens http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Sale host Saracens in Sunday's Premiership fixture at the AJ Bell Stadium (13:00 GMT).

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England v Fiji (Sat) - match preview & stats http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, match preview and detailed statistics for Saturday's fixture between England and Fiji at Twickenham (14:30 GMT).

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Ben Morgan: England back row signs new Gloucester contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England number eight Ben Morgan signs a new contract with Premiership club Gloucester, who he joined in 2012.

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Andrew Trimble: Ireland possess massive fear factor against NZ http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Andrew Trimble says Ireland still fear world champions New Zealand despite beating them for the first time just two weeks ago.

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England v Fiji: Billy Vunipola passed fit & Jonathan Joseph returns http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Number eight Billy Vunipola is fit for England's game against Fiji at Twickenham on Saturday.

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Wales v Japan: Sam Warburton backs Jamie Roberts to bounce back http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales captain Sam Warburton is expecting a big performance from Jamie Roberts on his return to the team to face Japan.

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Autumn internationals: Ito scores first Japan tries against Wales in 1973 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Have you ever seen a rugby player run this fast? Watch Tadayuki Ito scoring Japan's first-ever tries against Wales in 1973.

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Edinburgh's John Hardie ruled out for two months after surgery http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh flanker John Hardie will be sidelined for up to eight weeks after surgery on an ankle injury.

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Brian O'Driscoll says Ireland can earn a second win over the All Blacks in a fortnight http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll says his country can repeat their historic victory over the All Blacks of two weeks ago when the sides meet again in Dublin on Saturday.

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Scotland v Argentina (Sat) - match preview & stats http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, match preview and detailed statistics as Scotland host Argentina in Saturday's autumn international (17:00 GMT).

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Jonny Wilkinson backs Owen Farrell to overtake his England points record http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Cup winner Jonny Wilkinson says he would be "surprised" if Owen Farrell does not overtake his England points record.

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Wales v Japan (Sat) - match preview & stats http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, match preview and detailed statistics for Saturday's match between Wales and Japan at the Principality Stadium.

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Scotland coach Cotter wants performance over rankings rise http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland coach Vern Cotter says his thoughts are on an improved display rather than leapfrogging Argentina in the rankings.

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Jonny Wilkinson backs Owen Farrell to beat his England Test points record http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England rugby union legend Jonny Wilkinson believes that Owen Farrell will surpass his record points total of 1246 in Test matches.

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England v Fiji: Eddie Jones delays naming England side over injury worries http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eddie Jones delays naming his England side to face Fiji at Twickenham until Friday because of fitness concerns.

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O'Brien returns to Ireland team for All Blacks rematch http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sean O'Brien's inclusion is Ireland's only change from the side which stunned New Zealand two weeks ago for Saturday's rematch.

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Scotland v Argentina: Debut for Magnus Bradbury as hosts make four changes http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh back-row Magnus Bradbury will debut as Scotland make four changes for Saturday's Test with Argentina at Murrayfield.

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Premiership: Worcester Warriors v Northampton Saints http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Worcester Warriors host Northampton Saints in Friday's Premiership fixture at Sixways (19:45 GMT).

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Willi Heinz: Gloucester scrum-half signs new contract with Premiership club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester's New Zealand-born scrum-half Willi Heinz signs a new, extended contract with the Premiership club.

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Premiership: Bath v Bristol http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Bath host Bristol in Friday's Premiership fixture at the Recreation Ground (19:45 GMT).

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Sam Warburton to lead much-changed Wales against Japan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sam Warburton will captain Wales against Japan in a team showing 10 changes from the 24-20 win over Argentina.

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Premiership: Newcastle v Exeter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Newcastle host Exeter in Friday's Premiership fixture at Kingston Park (20:00 GMT).

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George Robson: London Irish lock banned for six weeks for testicle grabbing http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish lock George Robson is banned for six weeks after pleading guilty to grabbing an opponent's testicles.

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'We have the talent' - Leo dreams of a Pacific Island World Cup win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-Samoa captain Dan Leo says he has "big dreams" for Pacific Island rugby, and hopes a team from the islands will win the World Cup.

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Clark Laidlaw: London Irish assistant coach to become New Zealand sevens head coach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish assistant coach Clark Laidlaw will leave the club next June to become New Zealand sevens head coach.

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Huw Jones: Scottish Rugby keen on Western Province centre http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scottish Rugby make enquiries about bringing Western Province and Scotland centre Huw Jones to either Edinburgh or Glasgow Warriors.

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Goode will not try 'to pull rabbits from hat' on recall http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Alex Goode aims to be "structured and controlled" as he prepares to return to the England line-up to face Fiji in this weekend's Test.

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Henry Purdy: Gloucester back extends contract with Premiership club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester's Henry Purdy, who can play at centre or on the wing, signs an extended contract with the club.

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'It's emotional playing beside Richie' - Gray brothers to line up again for Scotland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland lock Jonny Grays says playing alongside brother Richie for the national team can be "pretty emotional".

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Worcester Warriors: Perry Humphreys agrees new deal at Sixways http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors reward full-back Perry Humphreys for his fine start to the Premiership season with a new contract.

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Craig Willis: Newcastle fly-half given four-week ban for tip tackle http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newcastle fly-half Craig Willis has been banned for four weeks after being found guilty of an illegal tip-tackle.

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Rob Baxter: Exeter Chiefs are only now 'mentally fit for the season' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter are only now 'getting mentally fit for the season', according to head coach Rob Baxter.

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Wales v Japan: South Africa win has taken its toll says Jamie Joseph http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Japan's players are not motivated enough following their famous win over South Africa at the 2015 Rugby World Cup, says coach Jamie Joseph.

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Luke Charteris: Lock happy to play in every autumn Wales Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath lock Luke Charteris is happy to play in all four of Wales' autumn international matches if required.

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Outrageous rugby trick sets up incredible try for Charlton Park's Alan Knuckey http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Alan Knuckey scores an outrageous try after setting himself up with a back-heel flick for a length-of-the-pitch breakaway try for amateur rugby club Charlton Park.

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Rokoduguni set to start for England as Wood left out http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wing Semesa Rokoduguni is set to make his first England start since 2014 against Fiji at Twickenham but flanker Tom Wood is left out.

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'Scotland need to grow up throughout the team' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Greig Laidlaw says Scotland must "grow up" if they are to start winning tight matches against the top nations.

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Ireland win dispelled New Zealand 'mystique' - Devin Toner http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Devin Toner believes Ireland's first win over New Zealand dispelled the All Blacks' "mystique" as the sides prepare to meet again in Dublin.

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Billy Burns: Gloucester fly-half extends contract with Premiership club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester fly-half Billy Burns signs a new, extended contract with the Premiership club beyond the current season.

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James Chisholm: Back-row forward signs new Harlequins deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins and England Saxons number eight James Chisholm signs a new contract with the Premiership club.

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Rugby World Cup: Ireland launch bid for 2023 tournament http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland formally launch their bid to host the 2023 Rugby World Cup at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on Wednesday.

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Eifion Lewis-Roberts: Sale lose prop to knee injury for rest of 2016-17 season http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks prop Eifion Lewis-Roberts misses the remainder of the 2016-17 campaign with an ACL injury.

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Ratu Tagive: Glasgow Warriors sign winger on one-year deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow Warriors sign Australian Ratu Tagive on a one-year deal following an injury to fellow wing Leonardo Sarto.

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Auguy Slowik: Worcester Warriors sign Bristol full-back for rest of season http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester sign full-back Auguy Slowik for the rest of the season after he is released from his contract by Bristol.

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Tom Johnson: Exeter forward finding it 'tough' after losing place in Premiership side http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-England forward Tom Johnson says it has been tough to watch from the bench after losing his place in Exeter's team.

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Rugby union facing 'growth pains' during global expansion http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Rugby says the game is perfectly poised to build financially and sportingly on the huge boost it has been given over the 12 months.

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Wales should switch Halfpenny to wing - Williams http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales should switch Leigh Halfpenny from full-back to wing with Liam Williams starting at 15, says record try-scorer Shane Williams

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England players deserve pay deal - RPA boss Damian Hopley http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A top English player deserves to make £1m a year and the pay deal with the RFU is "very reasonable", says players' union boss Damian Hopley.

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No qualms over England decision - Hughes http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Forward Nathan Hughes says choosing to play for England over Fiji, the country of his birth, "wasn't the hardest decision".

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Todd Blackadder: Taulupe Faletau Bath return 'win win' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath director of rugby Todd Blackadder says Taulupe Faletau's release from the Wales squad is a "win win" for all parties.

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Bill Dempsey resigns as Jersey director of professional rugby http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bill Dempsey resigns from his position as director of professional rugby at Championship club Jersey.

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Sean Cronin backs Joe Schmidt to sink All Blacks for second time http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sean Cronin believes Joe Schmidt will want Ireland to play on the front foot and attack New Zealand on Saturday.

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Scots 'will be better for Aussie loss' - Russell http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland must learn how to close out tight games if they are to mount a Six Nations challenge, says fly-half Finn Russell.

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Taulupe Faletau: Wales number eight set for injury return with Bath http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales number eight Taulupe Faletau is set to make his return from a knee injury with club side Bath on Friday.

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England v Fiji: Billy Vunipola a doubt, while Dave Attwood ruled out http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England number eight Billy Vunipola is a doubt, while second row Dave Attwood has been ruled out of Saturday's Test against Fiji.

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Williams and Wilkinson among 12 Hall of Fame inductees http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Shane Williams, Jonny Wilkinson, Brian O'Driscoll and Maggie Alphonsi are among 12 new inductees to World Rugby's Hall of Fame.

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Carl Fearns: Gloucester sign back row from Lyon ahead of 2017-18 season http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lyon back row Carl Fearns signs for Gloucester and will join the Premiership side ahead of the 2017-18 season.

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George Ford: England beating South Africa shows tactics can outwit size http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fly-half George Ford believes England's lightweight midfield has shown size is not everything in modern rugby.

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Howley hints at Wales debut for 18-year-old wing Giles http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales interim head coach Rob Howley considers resting players against Japan with teenage wing Keelan Giles in line to start.

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Sean Holley's verdict on Wales' win over Argentina http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum V analyst Sean Holley highlights Wales' good and bad points in their 24-20 win over Argentina at the Principality Stadium.

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England boss Eddie Jones hits the sweet spot, plus Scotland, Wales & Ireland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former England international Jeremy Guscott reveals coach Eddie Jones' innovative motivation methods, and runs the rule over Scotland, Wales and Ireland.

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Maro Itoje and Sarah Hunter: England duo win World Rugby awards http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Maro Itoje is named breakthrough player of year and Sarah Hunter wins women's player of the year at the World Rugby awards.

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Highlights: Wales Women 43-5 UK Armed Forces http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum V's cameras on hand as Wales Women beat UK Armed Forces in a special Remembrance weekend game.

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England v Fiji: Injury-free squad to begin preparations for Saturday's Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

All 33 members of England's autumn international squad will be back in training on Monday as they prepare to face Fiji.

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Autumn internationals: Pundits' verdict on Wales beating Pumas http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gwyn Jones, Garin Jenkins, JJ Williams and Adrian Hadley offer their thoughts on Wales' win over Argentina.

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Record-breaker Clark scores in England victory http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rochelle Clark scores a try as she becomes England's most-capped player in a 12-10 victory over Ireland.

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Scotland call up uncapped Cornell du Preez for Argentina Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Uncapped Edinburgh back-row forward Cornell du Preez is called into the Scotland squad for Saturday's Test against Argentina.

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Emerging Irish players keen to make mark http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Emerging Irish players Garry Ringrose and Tiernan O'Halloran have earned praise for their performances in the autumn international against Canada.

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Remembrance Sunday: The Great War's unknown rugby stars http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Appeal to honour and remember the unknown Welsh rugby stars who fell in World War One

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Alun Wyn Jones: Howley praises 'world-class' Wales lock http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rob Howley praises 'world-class' lock Alun Wyn Jones who starred following the death of his father, Tim, as Wales beat Argentina.

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Wales 24-20 Argentina: Pride restored after Australia defeat, says Rob Howley http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales have restored some pride by beating Argentina after being mauled by Australia, interim coach Rob Howley says.

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England under Eddie Jones: What a difference a year makes http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport takes a look at the positive influence Eddie Jones has had over the England since being appointed head coach in November 2015.

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Vern Cotter says the best team did not win after Scotland lose to Australia http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland coach Vern Cotter suggests the best team did not necessarily win at Murrayfield after Australia's 23-22 victory.

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England v South Africa: Hosts still hungry after ending Springbok hoodoo http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's win over South Africa confirmed they are defining themselves by new standards under head coach Eddie Jones, writes Tom Fordyce.

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Wales v Argentina: Gareth Davies scores try http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gareth Davies creeps off the back of the Wales maul and stretches over the line as the home side edge ahead against Argentina.

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England progressing despite ill discipline - Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eddie Jones bemoans England's initial "ill discipline" but sees signs of progress as they beat South Africa 37-21.

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Scotland 22-23 Australia: Vern Cotter bemoans hosts' poor luck http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland head coach Vern Cotter feels his side "didn't get the rub of the green" as they suffer late heartbreak against Australia.

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England 37-21 South Africa: We can get a lot better - Eddie Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Eddie Jones believes his side "can get a lot better", despite beating South Africa for the first time since 2006.

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Autumn international highlights: Scotland 22-23 Australia http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch highlights as Australia score a late try to narrowly beat Scotland 23-22 in the opening autumn international fixture at Murrayfield.

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New Zealand score 10 tries in win over Italy http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World champions New Zealand bounce back from their surprise defeat by Ireland by demolishing Italy in Rome.

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Scotland v Australia: Huw Jones brilliance puts Scotland ahead http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland centre Huw Jones scores a brilliant individual try to give the home team the lead in their autumn international against Australia.

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Wales v Argentina: Prop Tomas Francis 'not dirty' following bans http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales' Tomas Francis says he is not a dirty player despite after two bans in 2016, leaving him short of game time.

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Get Inspired: Life as a mum & rugby union team captain http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Laura Taylor on how she juggles life as a mother and her love for rugby union as captain of a women's team in Wales.

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Wales v Argentina: Dan Biggar on playing 10 and not being Wayne Rooney http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

As he prepares for his 50th Wales cap, Dan Biggar reflects on playing fly-half and why he is glad he is not Wayne Rooney.

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Scotland players can seize Lions chance - Jason O'Halloran http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Attack coach Jason O'Halloran says Scotland's players can put their cases forward for Lions selection when they play Australia.

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England players receive pay rise as part of new four-year RFU deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A new four-year, £20m deal for England internationals is welcomed by Rugby Football Union chief Ian Ritchie.

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Autumn internationals: Why have England got so many injuries? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport analyses why England are suffering from so many injuries ahead of the Autumn internationals.

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Autumn international: England v South Africa (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, match preview and detailed statistics for Saturday's match between England and South Africa at Twickenham

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Wales v Argentina: School children quiz Davies and Halfpenny http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales pair Jonathan Davies and Lee Halfpenny are surprised by school children who quiz them on dance moves, spelling and what their real jobs is.

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Ben Harris: Wasps agree short-term loan deal for Newcastle Falcons prop http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership club Wasps move to cover their injury problems at prop by signing Ben Harris from Newcastle on loan.

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Rochelle Clark to break Jason Leonard's caps record as England Women face Ireland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rochelle Clark will overtake fellow prop Jason Leonard to become England's most capped player when she lines up for the Red Roses against Ireland.

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World Rugby urges referees to be strict about high tackles http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Referees in rugby union's autumn internationals are told to be "vigilant" about incidents which could lead to concussion.

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Peter Stringer: Sale Sharks' ex-Ireland scrum-half hopes to extend playing career http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks scrum-half Peter Stringer targets playing at the top level past the age of 40.

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England v South Africa: James Haskell predicts a physical encounter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England must box clever to beat the bruising South Africans for the first time in 13 games, says injured flanker James Haskell.

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Michele Campagnaro: Exeter Chiefs hope Italy centre can replicate international form http://12.advarsh.com/Ll

Exeter hope centre Michele Campagnaro takes his Italy form into club rugby, says skills coach Ricky Pellow.

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Autumn International series: Wales v Argentina http://12.advarsh.com/Ll

Team news, match preview and detailed statistics for Saturday's match between Wales and Argentina at the Principality Stadium

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Autumn international: Scotland v Australia http://12.advarsh.com/Ll

Team news, match preview and detailed statistics for Saturday's match between Scotland and Australia at Murrayfield.

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Glasgow's Leonardo Sarto out for up to six months after shoulder surgery http://12.advarsh.com/Ll

Glasgow Warriors expect Italy wing Leonardo Sarto to be unavailable for up to six months following shoulder surgery.

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England v South Africa: Le Roux on why hosts should win on Saturday http://12.advarsh.com/Ll

South Africa are "ripe for the taking" when they face England on Saturday, says former Springbok Hennie le Roux.

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England v South Africa: Eddie Jones explains selection decisions http://12.advarsh.com/Ll

England head coach Eddie Jones explains his reasons for starting Wasps centre Elliot Daly and Northampton flanker Tom Wood in Saturday's Autumn international against South Africa.

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Ireland centre Luke Marshall 'excited' by midfield partner Garry Ringrose http://12.advarsh.com/Ll

Ireland centre Luke Marshall says he is "excited" by the prospect of playing with midfield partner Garry Ringrose in Saturday's Test match against Canada.

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Scotland v Australia: Resist revenge, Vern Cotter tells Scots http://12.advarsh.com/Ll

Vern Cotter says Scotland must avoid falling into the "trap" of looking for revenge against Australia on Saturday.

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Harry Mallinder: Northampton Saints centre out until new year http://12.advarsh.com/Ll

Northampton Saints centre Harry Mallinder has been ruled out until the new year following ankle surgery.

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