Dean Ryan: Worcester Warriors director of rugby exit disappoints CEO Jim O'Toole http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors chief executive Jim O'Toole tells BBC Hereford and Worcester that he is disappointed to have to discuss Dean Ryan's departure as director of rugby.

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Kyle Cooper: Newcastle Falcons sign Sharks hooker http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership side Newcastle Falcons sign South African hooker Kyle Cooper from Super Rugby side the Sharks.

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European Champions Cup: Richard Cockerill admits Leicester Tigers face tough draw http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester director of rugby Richard Cockerill admits his team have been handed a difficult European Champions Cup draw.

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Soane Tonga’uiha: Bristol sign former Northampton Saints prop http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Tonga international prop Soane Tonga'uiha joins Bristol on a one-year contract from French Top 14 side Oyonnax.

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Dean Ryan: Worcester Warriors director of rugby leaves Premiership club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors confirm director of rugby Dean Ryan has left the Premiership club with immediate effect.

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Newport Gwent Dragons: Siberia trip holds no fears - Kingsley Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Kingsley Jones says Newport Gwent Dragons are not daunted the prospect of travelling to Siberia in next season's Challenge Cup.

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Glasgow coach Gregor Townsend inspired by Leicester & Iceland for Champions Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gregor Townsend says Leicester City, Iceland and Chile in football can show Glasgow how to tackle a formidable European group.

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James Haskell: England flanker 'will be ready' for Wasps http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps captain James Haskell expects to be fit for the new season after missing England's third Test in Australia.

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European Champions Cup 2016-17: Saracens to face Toulon in Pool Three http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Defending champions Saracens will face three-time winners Toulon in Pool Three of the 2016-17 European Champions Cup.

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Glasgow draw Racing 92, Leicester and Munster in Champions Cup pool stage http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow Warriors are drawn against Racing 92, Leicester and Munster in the Champions Cup pool stage.

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European Challenge Cup 2016-17: Bristol to face Bath in Pool Four http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership new boys Bristol will face West Country rivals Bath in Pool Four for the 2016-17 European Challenge Cup.

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Scarlets recruit Richard Smith from Cardiff Blues http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Wales Sevens versatile outside back Richard Smith joins Scarlets from Pro12 rivals Cardiff Blues.

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Olympic sevens rugby: Great Britain face World Cup winners New Zealand http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Great Britain's men are drawn with World Cup holders New Zealand as the pools are revealed for the first Olympic sevens tournament.

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Biyi Alo: Worcester sign Saracens prop as 'injury dispensation cover' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors sign Saracens prop Biyi Alo as 'injury dispensation cover' to replace Gareth Milasinovich.

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Namibia lock Uanivi joins Glasgow http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow sign Namibia lock Tjiuee Uanivi from South African Super Rugby side the Sharks, subject to a visa and medical.

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Jon Fisher: Bristol sign Northampton Saints back row http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Back row Jon Fisher signs for Bristol from fellow Premiership side Northampton Saints.

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Ireland's Luke Fitzgerald forced to retire from rugby aged 28 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster and Ireland wing Luke Fitzgerald is forced to retire from rugby on medical grounds aged 28.

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Greg Holmes: Exeter's Australia prop suited to English game - Rob Baxter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia prop Greg Holmes will be well suited to English rugby, according to Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter.

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Scarlets sign lock Tadhg Beirne from Leinster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Ireland Under-20 lock Tadhg Beirne leaves Leinster to join Pro12 rivals Scarlets ahead of the 2016-17 season.

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Eddie Jones: More to come from England after climb in world rankings http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England set sights on New Zealand but there is still room for improvement, says head coach Eddie Jones.

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Worcester Warriors: Dean Ryan backed with 'spectacular' 25 per cent budget increase http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors will have one of the six best Premiership budgets next season, says chief executive Jim O'Toole.

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Henry Trinder: Gloucester centre sidelined following further knee surgery http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester centre Henry Trinder will be out of action 'for the foreseeable future' after undergoing knee surgery.

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Jonathan Thomas: Bristol appoint ex-Wales, Ospreys & Worcester forward as coach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership newcomers Bristol add former Wales international Jonathan Thomas to their backroom team as defence coach.

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Edinburgh sign Samoan centre Sasa Tofilau on one-year deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh sign Samoan centre Sasa Tofilau from National League club Kirkcaldy one a one-year contract.

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Jack Nowell benefitting from England attacking tactics, says Rob Baxter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter head coach Rob Baxter says England's attacking approach under Eddie Jones has benefitted winger Jack Nowell.

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George Robson: Oyonnax lock signs for London Irish http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Championship club London Irish sign Oyonnax and former Harlequins lock George Robson on a one-year contract.

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Lou Reed: Sale Sharks sign ex-Cardiff Blues and Wales second-row http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership side Sale Sharks sign Cardiff Blues and Wales second-row Lou Reed on a two-year deal.

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England whitewash Australia: Jeremy Guscott's view on 3-0 Test series win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's whitewash of Australia is a massive result but this team has an even brighter future, says ex-England & Lions centre Jeremy Guscott.

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Wales' tour to New Zealand: Five talking points after 3-0 series whitewash http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Addressing a lack of strength in depth is just one of the issues facing Wales after a 3-0 series whitewash in New Zealand.

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Vern Cotter's Scotland go backwards in victory over Japan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland fail to find a Eureka moment as their Six Nations rivals and opponents Japan make breakthroughs, writes Tom English.

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Ireland target All Blacks win - Henderson http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Iain Henderson says Ireland must target a first win over New Zealand in November after the narrow series defeat in South Africa.

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Huw Jones proud to make Scotland debut but unsure of autumn involvement http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Huw Jones enjoys his Scotland debut in Japan but does not know if he will be available for the autumn internationals.

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Warren Gatland: Wales better for NZ tour despite hammering http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales will be better for the experience of their New Zealand tour despite a 3-0 series whitewash, says coach Warren Gatland,

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World Rugby U20 Championship 2016: England beat Ireland in final http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England secure their third World Rugby Under-20 Championship with a 45-21 win over Ireland in Manchester.

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Matt Dawson says the next three years of English rugby are going to be 'a joy to watch'. http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Cup winner Matt Dawson believes that the next three years of English rugby are going to be 'a joy to watch'.

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Ireland v South Africa: Future bright despite series loss - Rory Best http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland captain Rory Best says the future for Ireland rugby is bright despite losing their tour of South Africa 2-1.

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Japan 16-21 Scotland: Vern Cotter praises Scots' character http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland coach Vern Cotter is happy to secure a fourth win in five Tests despite a frustrating display against Japan in Tokyo.

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England 44-40 Australia: Eddie Jones hails Australia whitewash http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Eddie Jones praises their performance after England beat Australia 44-40 in their final test in Sydney to secure a series whitewash.

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England still search for perfect game after Australia whitewash, says Dylan Hartley http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England are still searching for their "perfect game" despite a 3-0 Test series win in Australia, captain Dylan Hartley says.

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Japan run in 'top drawer' try against Scotland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch as Japan scrum-half Kaito Shigeno finishes off a fantastic try in Scotland's 21-16 victory in Tokyo.

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Laidlaw steers Scotland to series victory http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Greig Laidlaw comes on to kick Scotland to victory against Japan in Tokyo and secure a 2-0 series victory.

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Long season no excuse - Wales captain Warburton http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales captain Sam Warburton says a long season is no excuse for their 46-6 loss to New Zealand in the third Test.

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New Zealand rout Wales to wrap up 3-0 win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Beauden Barrett scores two tries in a 26-point haul as New Zealand rout Wales in their third Test in New Zealand.

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Australia v England: Eddie Jones hits out at 'smart guy' predictions http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England coach Eddie Jones says the "smart guys" who predicted a 3-0 defeat for his side by Australia are now "not so smart".

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Wales can avoid New Zealand pitfalls - Williams http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former flanker Martyn Williams hopes Wales can avoid the pitfalls of their two previous defeats by New Zealand in the third Test.

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Japan v Scotland: We need 'calm heads' - Josh Strauss http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland must 'not be too fancy' in their approach to Saturday's second Test against Japan in Tokyo, says Josh Strauss.

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Ireland committed to Test decider victory against South Africa http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Joe Schmidt is confident Ireland will do him proud in Saturday's third Test against South Africa in Port Elizabeth.

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Scotland team doctor James Robson: 'Players are the sons I never had' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland and British & Irish Lions team doctor James Robson on 25 years in the game and changing attitudes on concussion.

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Danny Cipriani guilty of drinking and driving http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England rugby star Danny Cipriani is found guilty of drinking and driving after he crashed his car following a night out.

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Sean Holley: Bristol first-team coach leaves promoted club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

First-team coach Sean Holley leaves Bristol by mutual consent, one month on from their promotion to the Premiership.

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British & Irish Lions: Warren Gatland & Eddie Jones should lead - Keith Wood http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Warren Gatland and Eddie Jones should both be part of the Lions coaching team in New Zealand, says former Lion Keith Wood.

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Michael Cheika: England have not 'opened up' against Wallabies despite series win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia coach Michael Cheika expects series winners England to "throw it around a little bit more" in Saturday's third Test.

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Ireland coach Joe Schmidt hopes changes will bring fresh impetus http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt hopes some of the players who will come in to feature in the final decisive Test against South Africa will bring a freshness and energy to his side.

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Tom Coventry: London Irish head coach resigns for family reasons http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Tom Coventry resigns after only one season as London Irish head coach to return home to New Zealand for family reasons.

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South Africa v Ireland: Injured Jared Payne to miss series decider http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jared Payne will miss Ireland's series decider against South Africa with a calf injury, so Tiernan O'Halloran is handed his first start.

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Eoin Reddan: Ireland and Leinster scrum-half to retire http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland and Leinster scrum-half Eoin Reddan announces his retirement from the game at the age of 35.

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All Blacks changes a worthwhile risk, says Hansen http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen admits it is a risk changing his side for Saturday’s final Test against Wales.

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David Campese says Eddie Jones still 'dirty' from sacking http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Australian rugby star David Campese says England coach Eddie Jones is still "dirty" from his 2003 sacking as Wallaby coach.

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Japan v Scotland: Henry Pyrgos captain as visitors make six changes http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Henry Pyrgos will captain Scotland against Japan on Saturday as the visitors make six changes for the final Test in Tokyo.

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Warren Gatland: Wales must not be architects of own downfall against All Blacks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Warren Gatland says his side must not be the architects of their own downfall against New Zealand in Saturday's final Test.

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England v Australia: Teimana Harrison set to start in third Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Flanker Teimana Harrison is set to replace the injured James Haskell for England in Saturday's third Test against Australia in Sydney.

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New Zealand v Wales: Rob Evans and Tomas Francis start final Test against All Blacks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales make two changes for the final Test against New Zealand in Dunedin on Saturday with Rob Evans and Tomas Francis coming into the front row.

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All Blacks make five changes for final Wales Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Beauden Barrett comes in at fly-half against Wales on Saturday, one of five New Zealand starting changes as they seek a 3-0 whitewash.

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Scotland prepare for second Test against Japan in Tokyo http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

John Beattie reports from Tokyo as Scotland's rugby players prepare to take on Japan in the second of their two-Test tour.

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Andrea Masi: Wasps & Italy back retires from the game at 35 with Achilles injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps back Andrea Masi retires from rugby with the Achilles heel injury he suffered for Italy in the 2015 World Cup.

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George Skivington: London Irish lock forced to retire with shoulder injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish second row George Skivington is forced to retire because of a persistent shoulder injury.

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New Zealand v Wales: Keep your foot on Wales' throat, says Steve Hansen http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen wants to see a ruthless streak against Wales in the third Test in Dunedin on Saturday.

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New Zealand v Wales: Jenkins, Davies and Turnbull fly home injured http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales forwards Gethin Jenkins, Bradley Davies and Josh Turnbull will miss the final Test match in New Zealand because of injury and have returned to the UK.

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Warren Gatland: Lions would be good for him says WRU chief executive http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leading the 2017 Lions to New Zealand would benefit Warren Gatland, says Welsh Rugby Union chief executive Martyn Phillips.

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Wales coaches Rob Howley & Robin McBryde extend deals beyond 2019 World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rob Howley and Robin McBryde agree contract extensions to remain part of Wales' coaching team until after the 2019 World Cup.

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Eddie Jones: Dylan Hartley 'great candidate' as 2017 Lions captain http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England coach Eddie Jones backs his captain Dylan Hartley for the role of Lions captain in New Zealand next year.

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Ireland's Toner eyes historic series win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lock Devin Toner says Ireland have history on their minds as they prepare for Saturday's decisive third Test with South Africa.

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Japan v Scotland: Greig Laidlaw expects 'tweaked' game plan for second Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Greig Laidlaw says Scotland will need to be "smart" in Saturday's second Test against Japan.

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Wales have been a revelation - Marshall http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales' attacking play against world champions New Zealand has been a revelation, says former All Black Justin Marshall.

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Jerry Sexton: London Irish sign back row on permanent contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jerry Sexton signs a permanent contract with London Irish following a loan spell from Exeter Chiefs last season.

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Japan hope to stage 'unique' Rugby World Cup in 2019 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

"Our challenge is not to imitate England but to make a very Japanese World Cup," organiser Akira Shimazu tells BBC Sport's Tom English.

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Centre Taylor ruled out of Scotland's Tokyo Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Duncan Taylor has been ruled out of Scotland's second and final Test against Japan in Tokyo on Saturday.

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Euro 2016: Wales success inspires rugby team in New Zealand, says Jamie Roberts http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales' Euro 2016 exploits are inspiring the Welsh rugby team in New Zealand, says centre Jamie Roberts.

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Nick Wood: Gloucester prop leaves after 15 years with club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Prop Nick Wood leaves Gloucester after 15 years with the Premiership club, along with Rob Cook and Steph Reynolds.

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Roberts hopes to face All Blacks despite head blow http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales centre Jamie Roberts is undergoing return-to-play protocols after a head blow but hopes to face New Zealand on Saturday.

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Eddie Jones: England v Australia third Test 'like World Cup final' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England third Test against Australia in Sydney on Saturday will be good practice for the next World Cup, says coach Eddie Jones.

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World Rugby U20 Championship: England beat South Africa to set up Ireland final http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's Under-20 side overpower South Africa to set up a final against Ireland on Saturday in Manchester.

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London Irish: Theo Brophy Clews and Alex Lewington sustain long-term injuries http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish players Theo Brophy Clews and Alex Lewington undergo operations following injuries on international duty.

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Ireland's Henshaw to miss final South Africa Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland centre Robbie Henshaw is ruled out of the third and decisive Test against South Africa because of a knee injury.

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Rugby league icon Johns helps England attack http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby league great Andrew Johns helped England with their "attacking detail" as Eddie Jones' side trained before the third Test with Australia.

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Australia v England: How Eddie Jones made his side winners again http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

From World Cup flops to a Grand Slam and history in Australia - how did new coach Eddie Jones transform England so quickly?

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Spain stun Samoa to take final Olympic sevens spot http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Spain qualify for the Olympic sevens by beating favourites Samoa in the repechage tournament final in Monaco on Sunday.

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Evolving Wales must keep being bold - Owens http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales hooker Ken Owens says his side must continue to be bold in attack as they look to avoid a series whitewash in New Zealand.

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Joe Schmidt says lifting Ireland morale after Johannesburg defeat will be tough http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Joe Schmidt admits he will face a tough task in raising Ireland's morale for the Test series decider against South Africa.

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Gordon Reid replaces Alasdair Dickinson for Scotland in Japan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Prop Gordon Reid flies out to Japan to join the Scotland squad after injury forces Alasdair Dickinson out of the Test series.

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'More is needed from flat Scotland' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

"Scotland won, but it wasn't convincing," writes Tom English following the first of the two-Test series in Japan.

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Australia v England: James Haskell and Jack Nowell set to miss final Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Flanker James Haskell and wing Jack Nowell are set to miss England's third and final Test against Australia in Sydney.

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Matt Dawson says England's series win in Australia is 'a huge moment for English sport'. http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Cup winner Matt Dawson says England's Test series win in Australia is 'a huge moment for English sport'.

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South Africa v Ireland: Mistakes proved costly - skipper Best http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland captain Rory Best says his side's second-half mistakes proved costly in their second Test defeat by South Africa.

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Vern Cotter pleased with Scotland discipline against Japan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Head coach Vern Cotter speaks to John Beattie following Scotland's 26-13 win over Japan.

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Scotland must tighten up, says Greig Laidlaw after win in Japan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland captain Greig Laidlaw speaks after the 26-13 win over Japan.

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Eddie Jones hails England 'rope-a-dope' victory over Australia http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England showed "tactical flexibility" after a series-clinching rearguard win over Australia in Melbourne, coach Eddie Jones says.

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New Zealand 36-22 Wales: Sam Warburton rues tourists' mistakes http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales captain Sam Warburton laments the mistakes that helped New Zealand continue their winning streak against the tourists.

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Australia 7-23 England: Eddie Jones praises 'fantastic' defence http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Head coach Eddie Jones is full of praise for England's "fantastic" defensive display after they secured their first series win in Australia with victory in the second Test.

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Japan 13-26 Scotland: Vern Cotter may call up replacement prop http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Vern Cotter may call up a replacement for Alasdair Dickinson after the prop came off injured in Scotland's win over Japan.

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Scotland win first Test in Japan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland win the first of their two summer Tests against Japan with a workmanlike performance in Toyota City.

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Wales coach Warren Gatland praises 'courageous' side after Al Blacks defeat http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Warren Gatland praises his side after defeat by New Zealand, saying they had "the courage to keep on playing".

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New Zealand v Wales: No mental hurdle to beat All Blacks, says Sam Warburton http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sam Warburton says Wales have a physical, not mental, barrier to overcome if they are to beat New Zealand on Saturday.

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Japan v Scotland: High flier Stuart McInally gets his big chance http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A trained pilot off the field, Stuart McInally's rugby career has taken off as he gears up for a rare Scotland start against Japan.

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Leigh Halfpenny: Full-back returns for Toulon against Montpellier http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny will return from injury when Toulon play Montpellier in the semi-final of the French Top 14 on Saturday.

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Japan v Scotland: Under-strength hosts seek 'huge' victory http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Japan interim coach Mark Hammett insists Scotland are favourites but predicts a tight first Test on Saturday.

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South Africa v Ireland: Tourists aim to complete first series win in SA http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland have the first of two chances to earn a first series win in South Africa on Saturday in Johannesburg.

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World Rugby U20 Championship 2016: Johnny Williams treasuring 'home turf' wins http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish and England under-20 centre Johnny Williams is thrilled to be beating southern hemisphere opponents at home.

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Wales set to face 'sharper' All Blacks test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, preview and statistics for the second Test between New Zealand and Wales at Wellington's Westpac Stadium.

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London Irish: Richard Whiffin leaves post as assistant coach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish part company with assistant coach Richard Whiffin following Premiership relegation.

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Australia v England: Ford & Farrell can be legends - Glen Ella http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England backs George Ford and Owen Farrell can develop into "legends of the game", says the team's skills coach Glen Ella.

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Heavy Chiefs loss 'won’t hurt Gatland's Lions chances' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales’ 40-7 thrashing by the Chiefs will not affect coach Warren Gatland’s chances of becoming Lions head coach, says John Feehan.

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Dylan Hartley says England are fully focused following victory over Australia last week http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England hooker Dylan Hartley says that England are fully focused and preparation could not have gone better for the second Test with Australia.

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London Scottish and Scottish Rugby resolve differences http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scottish Rugby and London Scottish revive their partnership as the club apologises for the breakdown of their loan arrangement.

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Ireland v South Africa: Quinn Roux to make debut for Ireland in second Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South Africa-born Quinn Roux will make his debut as Ireland make five changes for the second Test against the Springboks.

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Joe Marler warned over obscene Bob Dwyer tweet http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England prop Joe Marler is given a formal warning for an obscene tweet about former Australia coach Bob Dwyer.

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Australia v England: George Ford & Jack Nowell return http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

George Ford and Jack Nowell return to the England starting XV for Saturday's second Test against Australia in Melbourne.

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Japan v Scotland: Damien Hoyland handed first start on the wing http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh wing Damien Hoyland is handed his first Scotland start as Vern Cotter's men prepare to face Japan on Saturday.

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Rhys Patchell: Wales start against New Zealand caps whirlwind week http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales' Rhys Patchell says he has had a "whirlwind few days" after being picked to play the All Blacks having interrupted his holiday to join the squad.

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Australia v England: Michael Cheika urges team to deal with 'niggle' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia coach Michael Cheika says his team must cope better with England's off-the-ball tactics to level the Test series. 

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Northampton Saints: Tom Wood replaces Lee Dickson as captain http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Flanker Tom Wood replaces fellow England international Lee Dickson as captain of Premiership side Northampton Saints.

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New Zealand v Wales: Luke Charteris and Rhys Patchell start for Warren Gatland's side http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales make two changes to the side that lost the first Test against New Zealand for Saturday's game against the All Blacks in Wellington.

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World Rugby U20 Championship 2016: England beat Australia to secure semi-final spot http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England progress to the semi-final of the World Rugby Under-20 Championship in Manchester.

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South Africa v Ireland: Jamie Heaslip expects Johannesburg 'cauldron' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland vice-captain Jamie Heaslip says his side face a "daunting task" to secure a series victory by beating South Africa on Saturday.

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New Zealand v Wales: Whitelock and Dagg back for All Blacks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lock Sam Whitelock and full-back Israel Dagg return for New Zealand as they face Wales in Saturday's second Test in Wellington.

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Australia v England: George Ford expects a 'physical' game in the second Test in Melbourne http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fly-half George Ford expects a tougher challenge in the second test against Australia, but says England will be well prepared for the game in Melbourne.

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Sale Sharks: Juandre Kruger set to join Toulon instead of Premiership club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South Africa lock Juandre Kruger will not join Sale Sharks for family reasons, and instead is expected to join Toulon.

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First Scottish woman signs pro rugby deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Hillhead/Jordanhill number eight Jade Konkel becomes Scotland's first full-time professional women's rugby player.

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Japan v Scotland: BBC pundits preview first summer Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Scotland's Tom English and John Beattie preview the Scotland rugby team's first Test with Japan on Saturday.

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Australia change both props for second Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia bring in two new props for Saturday's second Test against England as they make four changes in all.

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Australia v England: George Ford set to start in second Test in Melbourne http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fly-half George Ford is to start England's second Test against Australia on Saturday, with Owen Farrell shifting to 12.

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Scotland ready for Japan revenge mission, says Alasdair Dickinson http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland prop Alasdair Dickinson is braced for a bruising encounter with the Japan pack on Saturday.

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Marler risks RFU action over Dwyer tweet http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's Joe Marler could face punishment from the Rugby Football Union after an obscene remark is posted on his Twitter account.

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Chris Robshaw: Australian taunts will motivate us to win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England flanker Chris Robshaw says the Australian video mocking England's early exit from the World Cup can motivate the team to victory in the Test series.

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Robshaw - the highs, the lows, the history http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

As he prepares to win his 50th England cap on Saturday, Chris Robshaw talks BBC Sport through his international career.

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Wales in New Zealand: We were not good enough - Josh Turnbull http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales' standard of play in their 40-7 heavy defeat against the Chiefs was simply not good enough, says flanker Josh Turnbull.

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Ireland unlikely to appeal against CJ Stander's ban for Springboks game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland indicate they will not appeal against CJ Stander's ban from Saturday's second Test against South Africa.

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Wales fringe players fail to impress Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Warren Gatland suggests some fringe players missed a chance to impress before the first Test in the 40-7 defeat by Chiefs.

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Chiefs 40-7 Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A second-string Wales side are beaten by six tries to one as the Chiefs humiliate Warren Gatland's side 40-7.

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Ireland's Trimble expects Springbok backlash http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Andrew Trimble says he expects a backlash from South Africa when the sides meet in the second Test in Johannesburg on Saturday.

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Chiefs v Wales: Captain Luke Charteris hopes to pass audition http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lock Luke Charteris hopes to thrive as Wales captain against the Chiefs on Tuesday to earn a spot against New Zealand on Saturday.

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Sale Sharks: CorpArq owner Simon Orange makes investment promise http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks' new owner promises to invest millions into the Premiership side, as Leicester winger Paolo Odogwu joins.

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Kahn Fotuali'i: Bath confirm signing of Northampton Saints scrum-half http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath confirm the signing of Northampton Saints' Samoa scrum-half Kahn Fotuali'i for the 2016-17 Premiership season.

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Richie Gray travelling to join Scotland in Japan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Influential lock Richie Gray is due to join up with the Scotland squad in Japan on Monday and could feature in Saturday's opening Test.

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Walker & James have chance to shine - Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

George North's injury gives wings Eli Walker and Tom James a chance to face New Zealand on Saturday, says Wales coach Warren Gatland.

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England's treatment disrespectful - Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Head coach Eddie Jones says England's treatment so far in Australia has been "demeaning and disrespectful".

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England quality means I've no need to be nervous - Itoje http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Youngster Maro Itoje says the quality of both his England team-mates and their preparation mean he has no reason to be overawed.

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CJ Stander: Ireland wait as flanker's disciplinary hearing is adjourned http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland's CJ Stander must wait until Monday to find out if he can play any further part in the series against South Africa.

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Australia v England: David Pocock ruled out with fractured eye socket http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia forward David Pocock will miss the remaining two Tests of the series against England after fracturing his eye socket.

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Chiefs v Wales: Warren Gatland makes 15 changes to side beaten by All Blacks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Luke Charteris will captain Wales against the Chiefs on Tuesday as coach Warren Gatland selects an entirely new XV to the side beaten by New Zealand on Saturday.

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New Zealand v Wales: Tourists will be better for second Test, says coach Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales will learn "a heck of a lot" from their first Test defeat by New Zealand in Auckland, coach Warren Gatland says.

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Ireland coach Joe Schmidt hails Paddy Jackson's display in win over South Africa http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt lauds Paddy Jackson's display as the 14-man visitors earn a first Test win in South Africa.

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World Rugby U20 Championship 2016: England win while Ireland stun New Zealand http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England beat Scotland while Ireland record their first ever win over holders New Zealand at the World Rugby U20 Championship.

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Jones critical despite record win over Australia http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England boss Eddie Jones insists his side "didn't play well" despite the record-breaking victory over Australia in Brisbane.

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Australia 28-39 England: Eddie Jones wants to create 'rugby history' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Head coach Eddie Jones says England want to "create rugby history" in Australia following the first Test win over the hosts in Brisbane.

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Rhys Patchell and Keelan Giles called up for Wales tour http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rhys Patchell and Keelan Giles called up by coach Warren Gatland as injury cover for New Zealand tour.

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New Zealand v Wales: George North suffers hamstring injury in loss to All Blacks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales wing George North suffers a hamstring injury in the 39-21 defeat by New Zealand at Eden Park on Saturday.

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New Zealand recover to beat bold Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand recover from a half-time deficit to beat Wales with a powerful finish in Auckland.

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New Zealand v Wales: Injured Williams and James fly home as Davies joins Wales camp http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets' uncapped scrum-half Aled Davies replaces the injured Lloyd Williams in Wales' squad in New Zealand, while prop Paul James flies home too.

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England and Wales set for summer internationals http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England and Wales start their summer Test tours in Australia and New Zealand respectively on Saturday.

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Alun Wyn Jones: 100 not out as Wales dare to dream in New Zealand http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lock Alun Wyn Jones discusses his relentless training, his face-off with Jamie Roberts and the future, as he wins his 100th Wales cap.

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Lock Jones reflects on his 100th Wales cap http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

British and Irish Lions lock Alun Wyn Jones reflects on his career as he prepares for a 100th Wales cap.

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England Saxons beat South Africa A in opening tour match http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England Saxons survive a comeback to beat South Africa A 32-24 in the first of their two tour matches.

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Scotland tour to Japan: John Barclay rested and raring to go http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Some family time and a chance to rest have left Scotland flanker John Barclay eager to sample Japan on and off the field.

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Ireland must handle Springboks pack, says captain Rory Best http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rory Best says Ireland must front up to have a chance of earning a first Test win in South Africa on Saturday.

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New Zealand v Wales: Eden Park will not daunt Wales, says Neil Jenkins http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Kicking coach Neil Jenkins says Wales will not be intimidated by Eden Park when they play New Zealand on Saturday.

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Michael Cusack: Yorkshire Carnegie sign Scotland international prop http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Championship side Yorkshire Carnegie re-sign Scotland international prop Michael Cusack on a two-year deal.

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England fly-half Owen Farrell showing signs of 'world great' - Eddie Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Eddie Jones says fly-half Owen Farrell is showing signs of becoming a "world great".

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New Zealand v Wales: Sam Warburton wants adventure against All Blacks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Sam Warburton says Wales must be bold if they want to beat world champions New Zealand at Eden Park on Saturday.

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Scotland tour: Tommy Seymour happy to embrace Japan culture http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Tommy Seymour says Scotland's players will embrace Japanese customs to ensure they don't 'embarrass themselves' on tour.

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Australia v England: Burrell and Pocock look ahead to 'huge' test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England centre Luther Burrell believes the "huge" Test series against Australia is what rugby dreams are made of.

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Glasgow's Russell back 'sometime next season' after head injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gregor Townsend says Finn Russell is expected to make a full recovery from the "very bad" head injury he sustained in May.

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Ulster's Marshall recalled for Ireland's SA Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Luke Marshall makes his first start for Ireland in two years in Saturday's opening Test against South Africa.

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Glasgow Warriors artificial pitch approved at Scotstoun home http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow City Council approve plans for an all weather pitch at Scotstoun Stadium, where Glasgow Warriors play their home games.

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Sale Sharks: Premiership club taken over by group led by Simon Orange http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks are taken over by an investment group led by Simon Orange, brother of ex-Take That member Jason.

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Ollie Devoto: Exeter signing told he must show England 'desire' by Eddie Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ollie Devoto says England boss Eddie Jones has told him he must show he has the will to play for the national side.

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Australia v England: Tourists pick Owen Farrell ahead of Ford at fly-half http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Owen Farrell will start at fly-half for England in their opening Test against Australia with George Ford dropping to the bench.

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Australia pick three debutants to face England http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia give debuts to Samu Kerevi, Rory Arnold and Dane Haylett-Petty in Saturday's opening Test against England.

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Andy Symons: Gloucester sign Worcester centre after London Irish U-turn http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Centre Andy Symons joins Gloucester from Worcester Warriors, having previously agreed a two-year deal with London Irish.

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England's Owen Farrell is set to replace George Ford ahead of Australia match http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's Owen Farrell is set to replace George Ford ahead of Australia match as Mako Vunipola looks to overturn World Cup 'hiding'.

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New Zealand v Wales: Sam Warburton starts against All Blacks at Eden Park http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Sam Warburton recovers from a shoulder injury to start for Wales against New Zealand in Auckland as Alun Wyn Jones wins his 100th Welsh cap.

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New Zealand v Wales: All Blacks make six changes for first Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand head coach Steve Hansen names an experienced side for Saturday's first Test against Wales in Auckland.

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Giovanbattista Venditti: Newcastle winger makes Zebre return http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newcastle Falcons winger Giovanbattista Venditti returns to Italian side Zebre after just one season at the club.

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Scotland Under-20s eye England repeat after historic win over Australia http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland Under-20s face a "huge" match against England in the World Championship after claiming a historic first win over Australia.

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New Zealand v Wales: Missing stars boost Welsh, says ex-All Blacks coach John Hart http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The absence of stars like Richie McCaw and Dan Carter makes it "a good time" for Wales to play the All Blacks, says John Hart.

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England to go Bodyline against Aussies http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eddie Jones has shown England footage of the infamous Bodyline Ashes of the 1930s to encourage his team to be more aggressive.

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England prop Dan Cole targets Australia series win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England prop Dan Cole says a first series win in Australia would be "as good as a Grand Slam".

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World Rugby U20 Championship 2016: England start Manchester tournament with win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England begin the World Rugby Under-20 Championship in Manchester by scoring six tries in a comfortable win over Italy.

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England are 'winners', says Aussie icon http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Australia flanker George Smith says England's "winning mentality" can help them to a first series win down under.

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World Cup blow was blessing for Hoyland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Damien Hoyland says not making the World Cup squad has worked out well as he prepares for Scotland's summer tour.

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Jarvis joins Wales squad in New Zealand http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Tight-head prop Aaron Jarvis is flying out to New Zealand to join Wales' squad as Paul James continues to recover from a calf injury.

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Itoje could replace Robshaw for England http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens Maro Itoje could replace Chris Robshaw for England as they prepare to face Australia in the first of three Tests.

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Warriors eye new artificial surface http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow Warriors hope councillors will vote this week to allow a new artificial surface at Scotstoun Stadium.

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Te'o misses England training session http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby league convert Ben Te'o misses training on Monday as England continue to prepare for Saturday's first Test against Australia in Brisbane.

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Richie Gray to join Scotland tour late http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland lock Richie Gray will fly to Japan after playing for Castres in a Top 14 play-off but should be available for the first Test.

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Saracens sign Koch and Maitland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Double winners Saracens sign South Africa prop Vincent Koch and Scotland winger Sean Maitland.

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Wales in New Zealand 'to make history' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales are in New Zealand "to change history" and end a 63-year winless streak against the All Blacks, says assistant coach Rob Howley.

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Beating NZ not enough for Warburton http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales captain Sam Warburton will not dance with delight if Wales end a 63-year wait to beat New Zealand this summer.

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GB finish third at Moscow sevens http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Great Britain Lions finish third at the Moscow sevens as they continue to build-up towards the Rio Olympics.

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Anscombe believes on Eden Park return http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gareth Anscombe says a positive attitude is key if Wales are to end a 63-year wait to beat New Zealand.

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Summer recovery for Glasgow's Ashe http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow Warriors hope back-row forward Adam Ashe will recover from foot surgery in time for the start of the new Pro12 season.

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All Blacks have no weakness - Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Warren Gatland says New Zealand are not weaker despite the All Blacks being without nine 2015 World Cup final winners for Wales' tour.

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Lydiate set to miss start of season http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Dan Lydiate may miss the start of 2016-17 season as the Lions and Wales back-rower recovers from shoulder surgery.

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Wales' Warburton fit to play All Blacks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales captain Sam Warburton should be fit to face New Zealand on 11 June after a shoulder injury, says coach Warren Gatland.

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Charteris available for Wales opener http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Luke Charteris sets off to join Wales in New Zealand as Racing 92 release him for the three-Test tour.

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Ireland's Sexton set to miss SA tour http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster fly-half Johnny Sexton is likely to miss this month's tour to South Africa because of a shoulder injury.

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Former England players in brain study http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former England internationals will be involved in a study of potential effects of rugby union-related concussion on the brain.

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Ashley signs three-year Ospreys deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Second-row forward Lloyd Ashley signs a contract extension to stay an Osprey until the end of the 2018-19 season.

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Jones warns England about what to expect http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England boss Eddie Jones warns his team things will be made as difficult as possible as he is bag checked on arrival in Australia.

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New rules added to stop simulation http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Rugby introduces a number of rule changes to the northern hemisphere game in an effort to stop simulation.

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'People take the mickey out of Bristol' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport tells the story of billionaire Steve Lansdown, the man attempting to take Bristol's sporting teams to the top.

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