Tag: rugby
Super League Rivals Round: Fixtures, how to watch and why Easter Weekend means so much to the teams involved | Rugby League News
Stand by for plenty of fireworks as several Betfred Super League sides exorcise some old feuds over the Easter weekend in Rivals Rounds, with every match live on Sky Sports… What is Rivals Round? The Easter weekend is one of the highlights in the Super League season when derby clashes dominate the fixture list. Traditionally,…
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Danny Care: Harlequins and England scrum-half retires from international rugby | Rugby Union News
Harlequins and England scrum-half Danny Care has announced his retirement from international rugby after 15 years. The 37-year-old walks away having made his 100th appearance in the 23-22 win over Ireland during this year’s Six Nations. Care, who has featured a record 369 times for Harlequins during his career, played in all five of England’s…
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Women’s Six Nations 2024: Italy vs England’s Red Roses in Parma in opening round clash LIVE! | Rugby Union News
Tune into our live blog below for all the updates from Sunday’s Women’s Six Nations Round 1 clash between Italy and England’s Red Roses in Parma; Red Roses seeking sixth title in a row; On Saturday, France Women beat Ireland Women 38-17, while Scotland Women beat Wales Women 20-18
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Saracens 52-7 Harlequins: Quins suffer heavy defeat to London rivals as Exeter beat Newcastle | Rugby Union News
Saracens thrashed Harlequins, beating their London rivals 52-7 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Saracens were as rampant as Quins were rudderless, with tries from Alex Lewington, Theo Dan and two from Sean Maitland giving the hosts an unassailable half-time lead. Dan crossed again at the start of the second period before a consolation try from…
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Challenge Cup sixth round: Challenge Cup: Hull KR and St Helens safely through, Wigan Warriors survive scare | Rugby League News
We round up all of the action from Friday’s three matches in the sixth round of the Betfred Challenge Cup, which saw Hull KR, St Helens and Wigan Warriors book their quarter-final places… Hull KR 40-0 Salford Red Devils Last year’s Challenge Cup runners-up Hull KR eased into the last eight with a seven-try success…
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Owen Farrell: Former England captain admits social media abuse ‘hard to get away from’ | Rugby Union News
Owen Farrell said he still felt the sting of social media abuse during the Rugby World Cup, even though he deleted his accounts during the tournament. Former England captain Farrell was the target of critics during the World Cup and announced at the end of November he would step back from international rugby to protect…
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Matt Peet signs seven-year contract extension with Wigan Warriors, alongside Sean O’Loughlin and Tommy Leuluai | Rugby League News
Wigan Warriors head coach Matt Peet has signed a seven-year contact extension with the reigning Betfred Super League champions. He has been joined by former Wigan players Sean O’Loughlin and Tommy Leuluai, now serving as assistant coaches, in agreeing long-term deals to remain at the helm of the first team. Peet has been in charge…
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The Bench podcast: Shaun Kenny-Dowall backs ‘alpha male’ Jared Waerea-Hargreaves to make big Hull KR impact | Rugby League News
Shaun Kenny-Dowall has backed Jared Waerea-Hargreaves to make a big impact both on and off the field for Hull KR when he joins for the 2025 Betfred Super League season. The New Zealand international prop has agreed a one-year deal with the Robins and will bring a 14-year stay with Sydney Roosters to an end…
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Reading: German businessman Daniel Loitz in talks to take over Berkshire club and rugby team London Irish | Football News
A German investor is in talks to takeover Reading Football Club and London Irish, Sky Sports News understands. Reading have been handed points deductions in recent seasons due to the financial issues surrounding the club’s current owner, Dai Yongge, and are currently seven points above the relegation zone in League One. Sky Sports News understands…
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How Ireland won the 2024 Six Nations: Can they keep championship success going after repeat titles? | Rugby Union News
We take a look at how Ireland clinched the 2024 Six Nations title, and after back-to-back championship wins, ponder can they keep such success going? A Grand Slam slipped from their grasp late at Twickenham in Round 4, but Andy Farrell has now guided Ireland to Six Nations titles in 2023 and 2024, to sit…
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