Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding interviewed over alleged sexual offences reported to police http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The BBC learns that two Ulster rugby players, Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding, were two of three men arrested by the PSNI in relation to a number of alleged sexual offences reported to have taken place at a property in south Belfast on 28 June.

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Wales can’t dwell on Sam Warburton absence - Jonathan Davies http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales have players to fill the void left by the absence of captain Sam Warburton for Saturday's game against Australia, says Jonathan Davies

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Shaun Edwards: Wales must push into top four in world, says defence coach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Shaun Edwards says Wales must do well in the Autumn series to get back into the top four of the rankings and aid next year's World Cup draw.

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Scottish union critical of Premiership Rugby actions over injury cost dispute http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scottish Rugby describe the attempt to withdraw England-based players over a financial dispute as "surprising and unnecessary".

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Eddie Jones: England injuries an opportunity for competition http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Eddie Jones says the spate of injuries suffered by his squad in the build-up to the autumn internationals is "an opportunity for competition".

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England recruit NRL coach Ryles for Springboks match http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England recruit Melbourne Storm rugby league coach Jason Ryles on a short-term basis in preparation for the autumn Tests.

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London Welsh 'confident' after being given more time to pay debts http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Championship club London Welsh are given more time to pay outstanding debts.

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Best hugely deserving of 100-cap honour - Kiss http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster hooker Rory Best is "hugely deserving" of the honour of winning 100 caps for Ireland, says the Pro12 club's director of rugby Les Kiss.

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Paddy Jackson ruled out of Ireland-New Zealand Test for 'personal reasons' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland fly-half Paddy Jackson is ruled out of Saturday's Test against New Zealand in Chicago for "personal reasons".

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Rob Baxter: Exeter face 'test of character' after fifth game without a win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter boss Rob Baxter says his side's character faces a major test after their defeat by Bath extended their winless run.

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Semesa Rokoduguni: Dave Attwood hails Bath match-winner's 'razzle dazzle' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath's Semesa Rokoduguni is hailed as an "unbelievable talent" by teammate Dave Attwood after his winning try at Exeter.

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Sale Sharks boss forgives Byron McGuigan for missing chances after birth of his son http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale boss forgives Byron McGuigan for missing two try-scoring chances, after playing following the birth of his son.

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Wales women beat Scotland in Arms Park opener http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lauren Jenkins reports from Cardiff Arms Park as Wales women start their new residency with a win over Scotland.

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Scrum V highlights: Ospreys 35-17 NG Dragons http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ospreys claim a bonus point as they beat Newport Gwent Dragons comfortably at the Liberty Stadium in the Pro12.

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Highlights: Scrum V Pro12 round-up http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum V rounds up the action from an exciting weekend of Pro12 rugby as Munster beat Ulster, and Leinster go top.

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Sam Davies: Ospreys fly-half on his Wales hopes and ambitions http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ospreys fly-half Sam Davies talks to Scrum V presenter Ross Harries about his hopes, ambitions and influences.

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A Wales team without captain Warburton? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum V pundits Jonathan Davies and Martyn Williams select their Wales team to face Australia - without captain Sam Warburton.

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Anglos freed by Premiership Rugby to join Scotland squad http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

English clubs will release Scottish players to play for their national team despite a dispute over medical bills.

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Pro12 highlights: Ulster 14-15 Munster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Munster grab a third successive win at Kingspan Stadium snatching a late 15-14 victory to knock Ulster off the top of the Pro12 table.

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Watch: Did referee sin-bin wrong brother in 'ridiculous decision'? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

"One of the most ridiculous decisions you'll see" - Aaron Shingler gets sent to the bin, but should he have stayed on the field?

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Courtney Lawes: England second row an injury doubt for autumn Tests http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England forward Courtney Lawes is a doubt for the autumn internationals after missing Northampton win over Gloucester with a knee injury.

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Scarlets beat Cardiff to earn fourth win in a row http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets claim a bonus point as they beat Cardiff Blues in the Welsh Pro 12 derby at the Arms Park.

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Late Munster drop goal seals win and knocks Ulster off top spot http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A late drop goal from Rory Scannell gives Munster a third successive win at Kingspan Stadium and knocks Ulster off the top of the Pro12 table.

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Premiership & Pro12 previews & team news http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Previews, team news and squad lists for this weekend's Premiership and Pro12 matches.

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

Team news as Bristol host Sale in Sunday's Premiership fixture at Ashton Gate Stadium (15:00 GMT).

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

Leinster include Ireland flanker Sean O'Brien in their starting team to face Connacht in the Pro12 game at the RDS on Saturday.

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Pro12: Ospreys v Newport Gwent Dragons (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news and preview as Ospreys face Newport Gwent Dragons in the Guinness Pro12 at the Liberty Stadium.

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

Team news as Wasps host Newcastle in Sunday's Premiership fixture at the Ricoh Arena (14:30 GMT).

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Taione Vea: Retirement news stunned Newcastle Falcons prop http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newcastle Falcons prop Taione Vea says a specialist's confirmation that he had to retire took time to sink in.

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Ireland women's rugby team: Caughey and McLaughlin named for training camp http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster duo Nikki Caughey and Claire McLaughlin are included in a 31-woman Ireland squad for a training camp this weekend.

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Captain Warburton among four Wales players to sign new dual contracts http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales internationals Sam Warburton, Dan Lydiate, Samson Lee and Hallam Amos sign extensions to their national dual contracts.

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Scottish Rugby outside investment: Gregor Townsend urges positive vote http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gregor Townsend hopes Scottish Rugby Union members approve outside investment in Glasgow Warriors and Edinburgh.

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Andy Irvine on the SRU motion to seek outside investment for pro clubs http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Scottish Rugby Union president Andy Irvine says there is an "element of risk" for any potential investor looking to plough money into enhancing the professional game in Scotland.

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

Team news as Saracens host Leicester in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Allianz Park (15:00 BST).

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

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

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

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

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

Ulster include Ireland squad members Paddy Jackson, Craig Gilroy and Luke Marshall for Friday's Pro12 game against Munster.

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Welshman Baber replaces Ryan as coach of Olympic sevens champions Fiji http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Welshman Gareth Baber will replace Ben Ryan as the coach of reigning Olympic and world sevens champions Fiji.

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London Welsh rugby club faces new winding-up order http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Welsh rugby club face a winding-up petition issued by Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs.

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Question of Sport cracker from Paul O'Connell http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Ireland and Lions captain Paul O'Connell receives a standing ovation after a brilliant answer on Question of Sport.

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Shingler brothers set to square up for first time http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Brothers Steven and Aaron Shingler face each other as Cardiff Blues meet the Scarlets in Friday's Pro12 derby.

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Julian Salvi: Exeter Chiefs flanker to miss rest of 2016 with bicep injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter Chiefs flanker Julian Salvi will miss the rest of 2016 after injuring his bicep against Ulster.

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

Glasgow Warriors fans could see USA international Langilangi Haupeakui make his debut against Treviso at Scotstoun on Friday.

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

In-form Edinburgh make four changes in the forward pack for the Pro12 visit of bottom side Zebre on Friday.

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

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

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Leigh Halfpenny: Wales and Toulon back to decide on future within month http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lions full-back Leigh Halfpenny will decide to stay with French club Toulon or return to Wales "in the next month or so".

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Ulster Rugby Extra: Gilroy excited by Munster test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster wing Craig Gilroy hopes to continue a good start to the season for the Pro12 leaders against Irish rivals Munster.

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Wales' Williams on playing against her own country http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales elite rugby player Sian Williams on moving to a new stadium, playing against Wales and family rivalry.

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England autumn Tests: Eddie Jones says 'six and a half position' popular http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England coach Eddie Jones jokes that he has a lot of "six and a halves" to choose from as he tries to fill the open-side flanker position after several withdrawals through injury.

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Six uncapped players named in Ireland squad for New Zealand game in Chicago http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Six uncapped players are named in a 34-man Ireland squad for the Test match against New Zealand in Chicago on 5 November.

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Wynand Olivier: 'Worcester Warriors keeping injury disruption to a minimum' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors are keeping the disruption of having so many injuries to a minimum, says centre Wynand Olivier.

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Harrison likely to be first choice - Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Eddie Jones says Northampton's Teimana Harrison is the favourite to fill the openside flanker role against South Africa for the autumn Tests.

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Keith Earls: Ireland wing banned for New Zealand clash http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland wing Keith Earls will miss the Test against New Zealand in Chicago on 5 November after being suspended for two weeks.

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Tom Dunn: Bath Rugby hooker signs undisclosed contract extension http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath Rugby hooker Tom Dunn signs an undisclosed long-term contract extension with the Premiership club.

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Matt Toomua: Leicester Tigers centre out for six months with knee injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers and Australia centre Matt Toomua has been ruled out for six months with a knee injury.

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England women welcome back Rio Sevens stars http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Emily Scarratt and Katy Mclean are among the Great Britain's Olympic Sevens players including in England Women's squad.

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James Hudson: Gloucester forward retires because of injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester second-row forward James Hudson retires after failing to recover from a serious knee injury.

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England recall Northampton's Tom Wood for autumn Tests http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton flanker Tom Wood is recalled to the England squad for the autumn Tests - the first time he has featured since the World Cup.

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Q&A: Why English clubs may not release Scots for autumn Tests http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport explains the issues surrounding a possible stand-off between Scottish Rugby and Premiership Rugby Ltd.

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Wales: Liam Williams and Jake Ball not ruled out of Australia Test match http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales injury worries Liam Williams and Jake Ball are not ruled out of their Test match against Australia, says forwards coach Robin McBryde.

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Bundee Aki and Ultan Dillane boost Connacht by signing contract extensions http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Connacht's star centre Bundee Aki and Ireland lock Ultan Dillane agree contract extensions with the Irish province.

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Chris Ashton: Saracens 'disappointed' by winger's decision to join Toulon http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall is "disappointed" by winger Chris Ashton's decision to leave for French side Toulon.

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Cotter 'disappointed' to lose Scotland job http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Vern Cotter is "disappointed" he is leaving his job as Scotland coach in 2017 but "respects" the decision to appoint Gregor Townsend.

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Chris Ashton: Saracens and England winger to join Toulon http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens and England winger Chris Ashton will join French Top 14 side Toulon at the end of the 2016-17 Premiership season.

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Prop WP Nel out of Scotland squad with a neck injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Prop WP Nel is left out of Scotland squad for autumn Tests with after picking up a neck injury.

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Marika Koroibete: Australia name rugby league convert for European tour http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia name three uncapped players for their five-Test tour of Europe, including rugby league convert Marika Koroibete.

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Scotland positive on Premiership releases http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scottish Rugby expects all England-based players to be available for the autumn Tests, despite a funding dispute with Premiership clubs.

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Schmidt to stay with Ireland until 2019 World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland say head coach Joe Schmidt will stay in charge until the end of the World Cup in 2019.

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North & Roberts clear to play Australia http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales will have their England-based players available to face Australia after Premiership clubs agree to a "one-off" change of policy.

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Rob Baxter: Exeter Chiefs not giving up on European Champions Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter boss Rob Baxter says his side will not give up trying to reach the knockout stages of the European Champions Cup.

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Showbiz career on hold as Edd Shervington joins Bristol on short-term deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

After retiring from rugby to focus on a West End career, Welshman Edd Shervington has joins Bristol on a short-term deal.

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Paolo Odogwu: Sale Sharks wing resembles Jason Robinson, says Steve Diamond http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale director of rugby Steve Diamond believes young winger Paolo Odogwu resembles former England great Jason Robinson.

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Mike Ford: Ex-Bath head coach named Toulon boss http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Bath boss Mike Ford is named head coach of three-times European champions Toulon.

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Taione Vea: Newcastle Falcons prop retires due to spinal injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newcastle Falcons prop Taione Vea retires as a result of a spinal injury suffered against Sale in September.

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Will Wales' England-based stars play in their match against Australia? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ahead of Wales' autumn international Test against Australia, will their England-based players be able to feature?

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Keelan Giles, Rhun Williams, Leon Brown and Harrison Keddie to train with Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Keelan Giles, Rhun Williams, Leon Brown and Harrison Keddie will train with the Wales squad during their training camp.

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Andrew Trimble praises Ulster fans' tribute to Anthony Foley http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Andrew Trimble praises the Ulster fans who honoured the memory of Munster coach Anthony Foley during the team's European Champions Cup win over Exeter Chiefs.

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Connacht run in eight tries to thrash Zebre http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Connacht's improved form continues with an eight-try demolition of Zebre to move top of Pool 2 in the Champions Cup.

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Maro Itoje: England forward injures hand and could miss autumn internationals http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Maro Itoje is a doubt for England's autumn internationals after injuring his hand in Saracens' Champions Cup win over Scarlets.

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Leinster top group despite Montpellier defeat http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A last minute try and conversion from Isa Nacewa gives Leinster a vital losing bonus point against Montpellier and puts them top of Pool 4.

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'Poignancy and points on a bittersweet day at Thomond Park' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Tom English sees Munster scale the heights of their glorious past in victory over Glasgow, a fitting tribute to head coach Anthony Foley, who died suddenly last week.

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Saracens earn bonus-point win over battling Scarlets http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens produce a fine performance to beat a valiant Scarlets 44-26 in the European Champions Cup at Allianz Park.

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European Champions Cup: Castres 41-7 Northampton http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton concede six tries as they fall to a 41-7 Pool 4 defeat by Castres in the Champions Cup in France.

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Chris Ashton: Toulon switch could be 'cathartic' for Saracens wing - Paul Grayson http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Chris Ashton's proposed move from Saracens to French side Toulon could be "cathartic" for the player, says Paul Grayson.

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Cory Allen: Cardiff Blues centre 'didn't deserve' Wales call-up http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues centre Cory Allen was disappointed but not surprised to have been left out of Wales' squad for the autumn Tests.

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Bledisloe Cup: New Zealand beat Australia for 18th straight Test win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand become the first top-tier nation to win 18 consecutive Tests with a 37-10 victory over Australia in the Bledisloe Cup.

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European Rugby Champions Cup and Challenge Cup match previews http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news and previews for all of Saturday and Sunday's European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup matches.

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Toulouse v Wasps (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Toulouse host Wasps in Sunday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Stade Ernest-Wallon (15:15 BST).

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Munster temporarily retire Foley's number eight shirt http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news ahead of Saturday's European Champions Cup clash between Munster and Glasgow Warriors at Thomond Park.

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England captain Hartley back for Northampton http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Castres host Northampton in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Stade Pierre-Antoine (15:15 BST).

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

Team details and match preview ahead of Ospreys' Challenge Cup trip to French Top 14 club Lyon on Saturday.

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European Challenge Cup: Enisei-STM v Newport Gwent Dragons (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harrison Keddie makes his first start for Newport Gwent Dragons against Enisei-STM in the European Challenge Cup.

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Leicester Tigers v Racing 92 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Leicester Tigers host Racing 92 in Sunday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Welford Road (17:30 BST).

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Hooker Schalk Brits returns for Saracens against Scarlets http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news for Saturday's European Champions Cup match between Saracens and Scarlets at Allianz

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George Merrick: Harlequins lock out with neck injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins lock George Merrick will be out for about six weeks with a neck injury he suffered against Stade Francais.

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Rugby stars make up guard of honour for Anthony Foley funeral http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The funeral of Anthony Foley who died in Paris has taken place in County Clare.

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

Charles Piutau and Ruan Pienaar are passed fit to face Exeter in Saturday's key European Champions Cup game in Belfast.

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European Challenge Cup: Edinburgh v Harlequins http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news ahead of Saturday's European Challenge Cup Pool 5 game between Edinburgh and Harlequins at Murrayfield.

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Gloucester v Benetton Treviso (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Gloucester host Benetton-Treviso in Saturday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at Kingsholm (15:00 BST).

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Newcastle Falcons v Grenoble (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

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

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George Kruis: Saracens and England lock has ankle surgery http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens and England lock George Kruis will be out for "a number of weeks" after having surgery on an ankle injury.

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Edinburgh sign Argentina prop Arregui on short-term deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh sign Argentina tight-head prop Felipe Arregui from Super League franchise Jaguares until January.

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Anthony Foley: Rugby stars among throngs paying respects to late Munster legend http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Joe Schmidt and Rory Best are among thousands who join Anthony Foley's family as his body is brought to his hometown church.

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Warburton misses Pau game with 'stiff neck' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales captain Sam Warburton will miss Friday's match with Pau with a neck injury, three weeks after suffering a fractured cheekbone.

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

Team details and match preview ahead of Cardiff Blues hosting French Top 14 side Pau in the European Challenge Cup on Friday.

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Worcester Warriors v CA Brive http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester's Chris Pennell is fit to return for Saturday's European Challenge Cup tie at home to Brive (15:00 BST).

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Anthony Foley: Tribute in Limerick to Munster coach who died at 42 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

People line the streets of Limerick to pay tribute to European Cup winner and Munster coach Anthony Foley, who died aged 42.

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Champions Cup: Exeter must beat Ulster to get European lifeline - Rob Baxter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter must beat Ulster to have a chance of making the knockout stages of Champions Cup, says boss Rob Baxter.

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Les Kiss: Ulster will face 'angry' Exeter side http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster's director of rugby, Les Kiss, expects to face a fired-up Exeter side in Saturday's European Cup match in Belfast.

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Steve Diamond: Toulon 'a bit like Barcelona', says Sale Sharks boss http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks boss Steve Diamond compares Toulon's European Champions Cup visit to "a bit like Barcelona coming to Manchester".

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Ross Moriarty: Gloucester flanker does not expect to be available for Wales v Australia http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester flanker Ross Moriarty expects to miss Wales' autumn international against Australia in November.

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'A coach, a friend and a brother' - O'Mahony pays emotional Foley tribute http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

An emotional Munster captain Peter O'Mahony says he and his team have lost "a coach, a friend and a brother", following the death of head coach Anthony Foley last weekend.

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Munster v Glasgow Warriors: Gregor Townsend prepares for 'emotional' game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

In the wake of Anthony Foley's shock death, Gregor Townsend hopes to lift his 'subdued' Glasgow players to face Munster.

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Dylan Hartley in line for Northampton return in European Rugby Champions Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England captain Dylan Hartley could return after six weeks out when Northampton play Castres on Saturday.

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Sale Sharks players get stuck in a lift http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks players are rescued by a fire crew after they get stuck in a lift ahead of their 30-3 defeat by Bath on Friday.

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

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

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Luke Cowan-Dickie: Exeter's England hooker set to miss autumn internationals http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter and England hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie is set to miss the autumn internationals with an ankle ligament injury.

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Anthony Foley: Munster match versus Glasgow goes ahead http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Munster's European game against Glasgow Warriors will be played on Saturday despite Anthony Foley's sudden death.

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Matt Toomua: Leicester Tigers centre 'lucky' to escape red on debut http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester's Matt Toomua admits he was lucky not to be sent off for a tip-tackle on his Tigers debut against Glasgow.

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Pro12: Cardiff Blues boss Danny Wilson questions Welsh derbies dates http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues head coach Danny Wilson questions Pro12 derby dates when Wales players are likely to be missing.

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Gloucester prop Thomas joins Scarlets http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester prop Nicky Thomas signs for Scarlets, returning to Wales to "pursue international ambitions".

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Rhys Priestland: Bath fly-half expected Wales squad omission http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath fly-half Rhys Priestland backs the Welsh Rugby Union's senior player selection policy despite missing out on Wales selection.

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English game will avoid club-versus-country row, says Dai Young http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

English rugby will avoid a club-versus-country row despite recent tensions, Wasps director of rugby Dai Young says.

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Anthony Foley: Munster and Ireland great died of fluid build-up in lungs http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Munster and Ireland great Anthony Foley died of a build-up of fluid in the lungs caused by a heart condition, French authorities reveal.

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Ulster chief expects 'poignant' Munster match http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster Rugby chief executive Shane Logan says he expects the visit of Munster on 28 October to be "a poignant occasion", after the death of their coach Anthony Foley.

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Munster 'planning towards' Glasgow game after Foley death http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Munster squad begin "working and planning" towards Saturday's Champions Cup game against Glasgow at Thomond Park.

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Francois Louw: Bath and South Africa back row out for up to 10 weeks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath and South Africa back row Francois Louw is sidelined for up to 10 weeks with a hamstring injury.

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Salesi Ma'afu: Gloucester sign prop after release by Cardiff Blues http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester sign former Australia, Northampton Saints and Toulon prop Salesi Ma'afu after his release by Cardiff Blues.

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Wales pick injured Faletau for autumn Tests http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales pick injured number eight Taulupe Faletau in their squad for the autumn Tests, while there is a first call-up for Sam Davies.

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Anthony Foley: Ulster to install memorial to Munster legend http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster Rugby announce that they will erect a memorial to Anthony Foley in the away changing room at Kingspan Stadium.

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Dan Carter: Racing 92 players cleared of anti-doping breach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Racing 92 players Dan Carter, Joe Rokocoko and Juan Imhoff are cleared of anti-doping breaches by the French Rugby Federation.

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Wales blow as Bath's Taulupe Faletau set to miss autumn internationals http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath number eight Taulupe Faletau looks set to miss Wales autumn internationals after failing to recover in time from injury.

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Sam Burgess: Rugby union career was not a failure http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newly-appointed England rugby league captain Sam Burgess insists his short-lived career in rugby union was not a failure.

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Shane Geraghty: Bristol sign London Irish fly-half http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership club Bristol sign London Irish fly-half Shane Geraghty on an undisclosed-length contract.

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Anthony Foley: Munster fans and rugby world pays tribute http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Munster fans and the world of rugby pay tribute to Munster head coach Anthony Foley, who passed away on Saturday night in Paris.

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Anthony Foley: Family 'plunged into darkness' by Munster coach's death http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Anthony Foley's family say their anguish is "bottomless" following the Munster head coach's death in Paris on Saturday.

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Tavis Knoyle: Newport Gwent Dragons sign Wales scrum-half http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales scrum-half Tavis Knoyle joins Newport Gwent Dragons as Welsh rivals Cardiff Blues agree to release the player.

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Ruan Pienaar: Ulster scrum-half could be a doubt for Exeter game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ruan Pienaar could be a doubt for Ulster's game against Exeter on Saturday after picking up a knee injury in the defeat by Bordeaux.

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Jim Mallinder: Northampton Saints' need to 'freshen things up' part of Alex King's exit http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton's Jim Mallinder said the club's need to "freshen things up" contributed to attack coach Alex King's exit.

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Rob Baxter: Exeter still 'dealing' with last season after heavy Clermont loss http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter indicates his side are suffering a hangover from their success of last season.

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Anthony Foley: Ex-Ireland team-mate Denis Hickie's tribute to 'Munster's rock' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Anthony Foley's former Ireland team-mate Denis Hickie says the number eight was the "rock" on which Munster's success was founded upon.

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NZ's Smith stands down over toilet cubicle incident http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand scrum-half Aaron Smith stands down for Saturday's Test against Australia after being found guilty of serious misconduct.

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Anthony Foley: Munster coach's death an 'outrageous loss' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A man who achieved so much and won the hearts of so many, Anthony Foley will be fondly remembered and keenly missed, says Tom English.

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Munster head coach Foley dies in team hotel http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Munster Rugby's head coach Anthony Foley dies suddenly in Paris, Irish Rugby Football Union reveals.

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Edinburgh's Hodge relishes Harlequins test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh acting head coach Duncan Hodge savours the prospect of facing Harlequins at Murrayfield on Saturday.

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James Haskell column: European weeks are special weeks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

James Haskell reflects on European glory as a fan and as a player, and the prospects for this season in his latest BBC Sport column.

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Dragons earn bonus-point win over Brive http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Newport Gwent Dragons shrug off their disappointing Pro12 form to make a winning start in the European Challenge Cup.

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Brian O'Driscoll says Stuart Lancaster's input will boost Leinster in Europe http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Brian O'Driscoll believes Stuart Lancaster's input will result in a marked improvement in Leinster's European form this season.

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Exeter Chiefs v Clermont Auvergne (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Exeter Chiefs host Clermont Auvergne in Sunday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Sandy Park (17:30 BST).

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European Champions Cup, Pool 1: Racing 92 v Munster (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Injured All Blacks great Dan Carter will miss Racing 92's European Champions Cup opener against Munster on Sunday.

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

Team news as Northampton Saints host Montpellier Herault in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Franklin's Gardens (17:30 BST).

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Weekend Champions Cup & Challenge Cup previews http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news and previews for all of Saturday and Sunday's European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup matches.

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European Champions Cup: Connacht v Toulouse (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Quinn Roux comes in for Connacht in the only change for their opening European Champions Cup game against Toulouse.

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

Johnny Sexton is ruled out of Leinster's European Champions Cup opener against Castres because of a tight hamstring.

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European Champions Cup: Bordeaux-Begles v Ulster (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster will be without full-back Charles Piutau as they make eight changes for the European Champions Cup opener against Bordeaux.

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England's Farrell to make first appearance of season http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England centre Owen Farrell will make his first appearance of the season against three-time European Cup winners Toulon.

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Fijian star Mata to make Edinburgh debut in Romania http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fijian sevens star Viliame Mata will make his Edinburgh debut in their Challenge Cup opener against Timisoara Saracens in Romania.

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Enisei-STM v Worcester Warriors (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Enisei-STM v Worcester Warriors in Saturday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at Avangard (09:00 BST).

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Best TV show? - Emmerdale... http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow Warriors and Scotland full-back Stuart Hogg fields quickfire questions from BBC Scotland's Kenny Crawford.

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Aviron Bayonnais v Gloucester (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Aviron Bayonnais host Gloucester in Saturday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at Stade Jean Dauger (16:00 BST).

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Saracens: Alistair Hargreaves and Chris Wyles on craft-beer company http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens players Alistair Hargreaves and Chris Wyles talk about the craft-beer company they set up as they plan for their retirement.

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Eastmond to make first Wasps start http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Centre Kyle Eastmond makes his first Wasps start in his side's European Champions Cup opener against Italian side Zebre.

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European Rugby Champions Cup: Scarlets v Sale Sharks (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Scarlets host Sale Sharks in Saturday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Parc y Scarlets.

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BBC Unsung Hero: Maggie Alphonsi tries local rugby union club volunteering roles http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former England rugby union star Maggie Alphonsi volunteers at a local club to see the importance of the work they do.

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

Team news as Pau host Bath in Saturday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at Stade du Hameau (19:45 BST).

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Concussion: How Premiership rugby is tackling head injuries http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport's Patrick Gearey reports how the Premiership has become the first league in the world to introduce an instant video review system for potential concussion injuries.

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Alex King: Northampton Saints assistant coach leaves Premiership club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints assistant coach Alex King leaves the the Premiership club by mutual agreement.

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Jack Maunder: Exeter's teenage scrum-half set to make debut against Clermont http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jack Maunder says he struggled to believe he had been selected for Exeter's Champions Cup tie against Clermont Auvergne.

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Northampton Saints: Calum Clark injury 'mentally difficult' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints flanker Calum Clark says he found his 11 months out of action with injury mentally challenging.

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Pat Cilliers: Nottingham Rugby sign Leicester Tigers prop http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South Africa international prop Pat Cilliers joins Championship club Nottingham on loan from Leicester Tigers.

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Eddie Jones: Matt Dawson questions Premiership unity in club v country talks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former England captain Matt Dawson questions Premiership clubs' unity in the club v country talks with England boss Eddie Jones.

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'I'd fallen out of love with rugby' - Powell on his depression http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Wales international Andy Powell talks to Scrum V about his battle with depression after announcing his retirement from rugby.

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

Gordon Reid will make his 100th Glasgow appearance in the European Rugby Champions Cup Pool One opener against Leicester at Scotstoun.

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Luke Wallace: Harlequins back-row forward agrees new contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins flanker Luke Wallace signs a new contract with the Premiership club.

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

Team news as Bristol host Cardiff Blues in Friday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at Ashton Gate (19:45 BST).

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Munster's James Cronin handed four-week ban for stamping http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Munster prop James Cronin to miss crucial European Champions Cup and Pro12 games after picking up a four-week suspension.

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Maro Itoje: Saracens lock says he can play back row for England http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens forward Maro Itoje believes he can step into the injury-depleted England back row this autumn.

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Paul O'Connell tips Dylan Hartley as British and Irish Lions captain http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former British and Irish Lions captain Paul O'Connell says Dylan Hartley would be a "great leader" for the 2017 tour to New Zealand.

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Andy Powell: 'I have been battling depression,' says ex-Wales cap http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Wales international Andy Powell is battling depression, he reveals in the week of his retirement.

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Connacht sign Fiji back row Naulia Dawai on a two-year contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Connacht sign three-times capped Fiji back row forward Naulia Dawai on a two-year deal.

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Carter & Rokocoko attend anti-doping hearing http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former All Blacks Dan Carter and Joe Rokocoko attend an anti-doping hearing following reports they tested positive for corticosteroids.

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Eben Etzebeth: Saracens move for South Africa lock 'unlikely to happen' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens boss Mark McCall says a deal to sign South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth is now "unlikely to happen".

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Johnny Leota: Sale Sharks centre given two-week ban http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks centre Johnny Leota receives a two-week ban for a "dangerous tackle" incident in Friday's loss at Bath.

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Stuart Hogg: Glasgow Warriors & Scotland full-back signs new deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow and Scotland full-back Stuart Hogg signs a new two-year deal committing himself to the Warriors until 2019.

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London Irish apply for groundshare with Brentford FC http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Championship rugby club London Irish submit an application to play at Brentford's FC's planned new stadium at Lionel Road.

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Greig Laidlaw: Gloucester captain to leave club the end of the season http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester and Scotland captain Greig Laidlaw is to leave the Premiership club in 2017 to join Clermont Auvergne.

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European Rugby Challenge Cup: Harlequins v Stade Francais (Thu) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Harlequins host Stade Francais in Thursday's European Rugby Challenge Cup fixture at The Stoop (19:45 BST).

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Gavin Henson: Bristol fly-half's injury return 'just around the corner' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol fly-half Gavin Henson is nearing a return from injury, having been sidelined since the opening game of 2016-17.

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Jimmy Gopperth: Wasps' Kiwi back signs new contract with Premiership club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps stand-off Jimmy Gopperth signs a new undisclosed-length contract with the Premiership club.

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Dickie Jeeps: 'I don't think I saw him ever train' - David Powell http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Northampton Saints player David "Piggy" Powell talks to BBC Look East about his memories of ex-England captain Dickie Jeeps.

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Champions Cup like Test rugby, says Jake White http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Montpellier's World Cup-winning coach Jake White says the standard of the European Champions Cup rivals that of the international game.

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New Zealand rugby battered by scandal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The All Blacks may be performing well on the pitch, but New Zealand rugby is facing a string of scandals which are denting its heroic image.

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European Challenge Cup; Ospreys v Newcastle Falcons (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ospreys are without Jeff Hassler and Tyler Ardron as they face Newcastle Falcons in their first-ever European Challenge Cup tie.

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Mike Williams: Leicester flanker breaks arm for third time http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester flanker Mike Williams, who was tipped to be part of England's squad, breaks his arm for the third time in 12 months.

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Senitiki Nayalo: London Irish sign Fijian back row following trial http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fijian back row Senitiki Nayalo joins Championship club London Irish on a two-year deal following a trial in pre-season.

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Demetri Catrakilis: Harlequins agree deal to sign Montpellier fly-half http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins agree a deal to sign South Africa-born Montpellier fly-half Demetri Catrakilis ahead of the 2017-18 season.

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Rob Baxter: Exeter Chiefs 'need' Clermont challenge after indifferent start http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter boss Rob Baxter says they can beat Clermont Auvergne in the Champions Cup, despite a mixed start to the season.

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Andy Powell: Injury forces former Wales number eight to retire http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Wales number eight Andy Powell has retired from professional rugby because of a knee injury.

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England rugby: Why is judo part of the new training format? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport takes a look at England head coach Eddie Jones' new and controversial training camp which includes judo skills.

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Springbok lock Etzebeth set for Saracens deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership club Saracens are in advanced talks to sign South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth on a short-term deal.

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Mike Brown: England vice-captain defends training camp http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's training camp in Brighton was ideal preparation for next month's autumn series despite several injuries, says vice-captain Mike Brown.

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Luc Jones: Harlequins sign former Newport Gwent Dragons scrum-half http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership side Harlequins sign former Newport Gwent Dragons scrum-half Luc Jones on a three-month deal.

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Jack Nowell: England 'overloaded' injured winger says coach Rob Baxter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter head coach Rob Baxter has criticised the England set-up for overloading winger Jack Nowell.

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Dickie Jeeps: Former British and Irish Lions and England scrum-half dies at 84 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former British and Irish Lions scrum-half and England captain Dickie Jeeps dies at the age of 84.

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Wales Rugby: Pacific tour matches could be switched to New Zealand http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Concerns over facilities and medical cover could lead to Wales's 2017 matches in Tonga and Samoa being switched to Auckland.

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Glasgow will relish 'step up' in European Champions Cup - Gregor Townsend http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Glasgow coach Gregor Townsend believes the start of the European Champions Cup will bring the best out of his players.

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Pro12 highlights: Scarlets 31-27 Newport Gwent Dragons http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum V highlights as Scarlets fight back from a 13-point deficit in an eight-try thriller against the Dragons.

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Concerns over Wales summer tour to Pacific islands http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum V's Ross Harries discusses concerns over Wales' summer tour to Tonga and Samoa with Martyn Williams and Jonathan Davies.

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Sam Jones: Wasps flanker out for five months after England training camp injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps flanker Sam Jones will be out for about five months with the broken leg sustained at England's training camp.

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Pro12 highlights: Ospreys 46-24 Cardiff Blues http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch Scrum V's Pro12 highlights as Ospreys run in seven tries against Cardiff Blues.

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Alun Wyn Jones on Ospreys' thumping win over Cardiff Blues http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Alun Wyn Jones reacts to Ospreys' seven-try win over Cardiff Blues in the weekend's first Pro12 derby.

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Andy Robinson: Bristol showed 'they have the ability to compete' in loss at Newcastle http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol's display at Newcastle Falcons shows they can compete in the top flight, says director of rugby Andy Robinson.

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Rampant All Blacks inflict record defeat on South Africa http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand hand South Africa their heaviest-ever home defeat, winning 57-15 to secure a record-equalling 17th straight victory.

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England winger Nowell injured during training camp http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Winger Jack Nowell suffers a torn quad as he becomes the latest England player to pick up an injury at a recent training camp.

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Club remember player after pitch tragedy http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A rugby union player who died after collapsing on the pitch during a match is being commemorated by his club.

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Pro12: Leaders Ulster suffer first defeat at Connacht http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Champions Connacht bag a bonus-point win as Pro12 leaders Ulster fall to their first defeat.

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Will Addison: Sale Sharks back agrees new three-year contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale Sharks back Will Addison signs a new three-year deal with the Premiership side.

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

Team news and preview of the first Welsh derby of the season between Ospreys and Cardiff Blues at the Liberty Stadium.

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Pro12: Connacht v Ulster (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster pair Charles Piutau and Franco van der Merwe will miss the derby against Connacht while Tommy Bowe makes his first start in six months.

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

Team news and preview of the Pro12 Welsh derby between Scarlets and Newport Gwent Dragons in Llanelli.

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

Second-row Robert McAlpine will make his first start in a much-changed Glasgow side against Zebre in Italy on Saturday.

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Prop Rob Evans set to miss Wales' autumn games http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales are set to be without Scarlets loose-head prop Rob Evans for their four autumn internationals.

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

Team news as Newcastle Falcons host Bristol in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Kingston Park (15:00 BST).

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Ireland centre Henshaw to make Leinster debut http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland centre Robbie Henshaw will make his Leinster debut in Saturday's Pro12 game against Irish rivals Munster.

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Premiership: Leicester Tigers v Worcester Warriors (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Leicester Tigers host Worcester Warriors in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Welford Road (15:00 BST).

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

Team news as Saracens host Wasps in Sunday's Premiership fixture at Allianz Park (15:00 BST).

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Ireland promises to put on 'great show' at 2017 Women's Rugby World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland's women's rugby development manager Nora Stapleton says the country will put on a great Women's World Rugby Cup in 2017.

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

Team news as Harlequins host Northampton Saints in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Twickenham Stoop (15:00 BST).

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

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

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Scott Hansen: Leicester Tigers defence coach leaves club http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scott Hansen leaves his job as Leicester Tigers' defence coach following their shaky start to the season.

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Only 'mild' memory effects found from rugby concussion http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A study on the long-term effects of concussions in former Scotland rugby players finds they displayed "only some mild memory effects".

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David Paice: London Irish and England hooker prepares for 250th club appearance http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

David Paice and former team-mates recall the hooker's eventful career with London Irish as he prepares for his 250th appearance.

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Dan Carter: Ex-All Black star's drug test 'showed anomalies' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former All Blacks Dan Carter and Joe Rokocoko failed drug tests, a newspaper reports, but their manager says they had clearance to take medication.

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Howey expects England judo work to stay despite injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England are likely to continue with judo sessions in training despite flanker Sam Jones breaking his leg, says Kate Howey.

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Nick Wood: Former Gloucester prop retires from rugby http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Gloucester prop Nick Wood retires from rugby, four months after leaving the club where he played for 15 years.

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

Blair Kinghorn's inclusion is one of five changes to the Edinburgh team for Friday's Pro12 meeting at home to Benetton Treviso.

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Premiership: Bath v Sale Sharks (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news as Bath host Sale Sharks in Friday's Premiership fixture at The Recreation Ground (19:45 BST).

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Kyle Sinckler: Prop forward signs new Harlequins contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins prop Kyle Sinckler signs a new contract with the Premiership club.

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England and Bath's Anthony Watson has suspected broken jaw http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England and Bath wing Anthony Watson is a doubt for the autumn Tests after injuring his jaw in training.

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Rugby players tackling mental health issues http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Hannah Tyrrell, a member of the Ireland women's rugby team, talks about overcoming mental health problems and how she wants to help people facing similar problems.

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Wales centre Roberts want Lions safeguarded http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales centre Jamie Roberts says rugby union's powerbrokers must preserve the British and Irish Lions' place in any future calendar.

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All Black Smith banned for meeting woman in airport toilet http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand scrum-half Aaron Smith is suspended for one match after going into a toilet cubicle with a woman at Christchurch Airport.

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Women's Sport Week: One woman’s journey to becoming a Red Rose http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A film showing the development of an elite female rugby player is released by the RFU to tie in with their new strategy to increase participation in the women's game.

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Argentine chief eyes World Rugby solution to player exodus http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The head of Argentine rugby says the financial might of clubs in Europe is the "biggest challenge" facing the sport in the southern hemisphere.

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Matt Jess: Exeter winger set to miss much of the season after toe surgery http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter Chiefs winger Matt Jess is set to be out until February after having surgery on a toe injury.

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England's success helps boost participation http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's 2014 Rugby World Cup success helps increase participation in the women's game by more than 70% in two years.

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Alistair Hargreaves: Saracens lock retires following concussion http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens's South Africa international lock Alistair Hargreaves has retired from rugby following a concussion injury.

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England women's new rugby kit the perfect fit http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England full-back Danielle Waterman talks about the importance of the development of this season's women-specific rugby kit.

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Get Inspired: Rugby transformed my life - Keira Philpott http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Keira Philpott explains how her life was transformed when she and her friends saw an advert on social media about trying rugby.

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Matt Sherratt: Wales call surprised Cardiff Blues backs coach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

As he helps prepare Cardiff Blues to face Ospreys, backs coach Matt Sherratt admits he was surprised to be called up by Wales.

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Jack Wilson: Bath sign former Saracens winger from Otago http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Saracens winger Jack Wilson joins Bath from New Zealand province Otago for the rest of the Premiership season.

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England autumn internationals: Wasps' Sam Jones is injury doubt http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sam Jones injures his ankle in training on Tuesday, putting his potential England debut next month in doubt.

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Pro12: Munster bring in New Zealand hooker Marshall http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Munster sign hooker Rhys Marshall in a three-year deal while Thomas du Toit and Cathal Sheridan join on three-month contracts.

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Mat Luamanu: Harlequins back-row signs contract extension http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand-born back-row Mat Luamanu signs a contract extension with Premiership side Harlequins.

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Andrew Fenby: Saracens sign former London Irish player on short-term deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Back Andrew Fenby comes out of retirement to join Saracens on a short-term three-month contract.

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Leigh Halfpenny: Toulon hope Wales full-back will extend stay http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Toulon head coach Diego Dominguez is confident Wales and Lions full-back Leigh Halfpenny will stay at the club next year.

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Welsh dual contracts beneficial in long run - Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ospreys captain Alun Wyn Jones hopes fans will see the long-term benefits of leading Welsh players being dual-contracted.

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Sale Sharks: Mike Forshaw and Paul Deacon sign new four-year deals http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Mike Forshaw and Paul Deacon sign four-year contracts to remain as part of Steve Diamond's coaching team at Sale.

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Pro12 Highlights: Treviso 6-22 Scarlets http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets secure their second Pro12 win of the season against a combative Treviso side in Italy.

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Pro12 Highlights: Cardiff Blues 13-16 Leinster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues' perfect start to the Pro12 season is ended by Leinster at Cardiff Arms Park.

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Pro12 Highlights: Ulster 9-7 Ospreys http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Pro12 leaders Ulster make it five wins out of five as Ospreys suffer their second successive defeat.

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Pro12 Highlights: Newport Gwent Dragons 17-26 Glasgow Warriors http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum V highlights of Newport Gwent Dragons' agonising home defeat by Glasgow Warriors in the Pro12.

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England coach Eddie Jones told Mako Vunipola to 'watch his weight' in summer http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Mako Vunipola says England coach Eddie Jones warned him "not eat too much" ahead of the autumn Tests starting in November.

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Sam Warburton: Wales captain to have scan on cheekbone injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales captain Sam Warburton is to have a scan after suffering a suspected fractured cheekbone in Cardiff Blues' defeat by Leinster.

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South Africa 18-10 Australia: Springboks end losing run in Rugby Championship http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Morne Steyn scores all of South Africa's points as they end a three-match losing run by beating Australia 18-10.

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