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Willie Peters: Hull KR aspire to Wigan Warriors achievements, starting with Super League Grand Final win | Rugby League News
Hull KR head coach Willie Peters was full of respect for Super League Grand Final opponents Wigan Warriors, admitting that his club “aspire” to their opposition’s achievements. Wigan are competing in their 13th Grand Final, aiming for their seventh victory, while the Robins enter the big dance for the first time ever. Indeed, the Robins…
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PH Volcanoes secure historic double gold at Asia Rugby in Nepal
Members of the Philippine Volcanoes during the awarding ceremony of the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy tournament in Kathmandu, Nepal on Sunday (Oct. 5, 2024). The Philippines men’s team defeated Chinese Taipei, 27-12, in the final, while the women’s team secured the title after beating India, 7-5. –NEPAL RUGBY ASSOCATION MANILA – The Philippines made…
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Super League Grand Final to stay at Old Trafford until 2027 after Rugby League Commercial and Man Utd sign new contract | Rugby League News
The Super League Grand Final will remain at Old Trafford until at least 2027 after a new deal was signed. Rugby League Commercial and Manchester United penned a three-year contract ahead of the men’s Super League Grand Final between Wigan Warriors and Hull KR, live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports+ from 5pm…
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Super League Grand Final 2024: Everything you need to know as Wigan Warriors and Hull KR battle for glory at Old Trafford | Rugby League News
Ahead of the Super League Grand Final on October 12 at Old Trafford between Wigan Warriors and Hull KR, we take you through everything you need to know about the contest… When and where does it take place? The Grand Final is taking place on Saturday October 12, live on Sky Sports, with the ‘Theatre…
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York Valkyrie embrace underdog tag to make history and become Women’s Super League champions for second year in a row | Rugby League News
During their jubilant celebrations after winning the Women’s Super League title, there was one message York Valkyrie wanted to get across: Never write off the underdog. Before being dominated in an 18-8 loss in the Grand Final, it is fair to say St Helens were the favourites, only losing once in the regular season and…
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Canada 21-8 Ireland: Irish lose to hosts in second WXV1 match in Vancouver as France beat USA | Rugby Union News
Ireland lost 21-8 to hosts Canada in their second match of the WXV1 tournament in Vancouver on Saturday. Despite a hearty performance, Ireland fell short of a win after stunning world champions New Zealand in their opening game. The Maple Leafs managed a 21-3 half-time lead thanks to a penalty try and scores from Claire…
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Wigan Warriors 38-0 Leigh Leopards: Reigning champions put in dominant performance to book Grand Final spot | Rugby League News
Reigning champions Wigan Warriors cruised to a dominant 38-0 victory over local rivals Leigh Leopards to book their place in the Super League Grand Final. Wigan were clinical in the first half and pounced on every Leigh error, a Liam Marshall double, a Sam Walters effort, plus two conversions and a penalty from Adam Keighran…
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Gallagher Premiership: Sale and England wing Tom Roebuck scores twice in win over Gloucester | Rugby Union News
England wing Tom Roebuck scored two tries as Sale secured a breathless 31-27 bonus-point win over Gloucester in the Gallagher Premiership. The 23-year-old, named earlier in the day in Steve Borthwick’s England training squad, struck either side of half-time as the Sharks bounced back from last week’s defeat at Saracens. England colleague Luke Cowan-Dickie also crossed…
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Headingley to host unique cross-code rugby clash in Rob Burrow’s memory to raise funds for MND | Rugby Union News
Former England rugby union and rugby league stars will take part in a unique hybrid match at Headingley next month to raise funds to research and suppose those living with Motor Neurone Disease. The idea for the Sunday November 17 showdown was devised by Rob Burrow and former Gloucester player Ed Slater, who was diagnosed…
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Super League: England halves vie for Grand Final place as Hull KR face Warrington Wolves in semi-final | Rugby League News
George Williams and Mikey Lewis were on the same team in June as England beat France 40-8 in Toulouse; on Friday, two of the stand-out halves in the Betfred Super League will be going head-to-head with a Grand Final place on the line for their respective clubs Lewis’ Hull KR side welcome Williams and Warrington…
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