Rugby News
20 Questions: Nic Groom - Northampton scrum-half
The Rugby Paper - 8 Feb 2017 17:30
How do you look back at Northampton's Champions Cup campaign? It's over now. Obviously we wanted to progress but we didn't. We've learnt a lot from our games in Europe and hopefully we can move forward. Was it four wins ...
Saracens bring in Samoan from Japan
The Rugby Paper - 8 Feb 2017 14:38
Saracens have signed Samoan second-row Fa’atiga Lemalu on a short-term deal from Japanese Super Rugby side the Sunwolves with immediate effect. Lemalu is the vice-captain for Samoa and moves to London following the new...
Favaro to leave Glasgow but new deals for centres
The Rugby Paper - 8 Feb 2017 14:11
Italian international Simone Favaro revealed that he will leave Glasgow at the end of the season in what he described as an imposed decision. The 28-year-old has been with the Scottish side for the past two seasons and w...
Jeremy Guscott's verdict: Te'o and Care's cameos may force Eddie's hand
The Rugby Paper - 8 Feb 2017 13:04
Ben Te'o offered more of a threat in the final 12 minutes than the entire back division in the 68 preceding it. Along with the increased urgency Danny Care brought around the fringes, England looked a different beast in ...
Brendan Gallagher: Play Itoje and Daly in their natural positions
The Rugby Paper - 8 Feb 2017 13:02
Sometimes we can get carried away and expect too much from out young players with their extravagant talents encouraging us to believe they can automatically take on every challenge and succeed instantly. Consider for exa...
Elliot Daly urged to pick a number and stick at it
The Rugby Paper - 8 Feb 2017 12:57
Elliot Daly and Anthony Watson must switch positions permanently or forget about being England's long-term answer at full-back, according to former Red Rose incumbent Ben Foden. While Mike Brown has the No.15 jersey nail...
EPCR statement on Gloucester takeover
The Rugby Paper - 8 Feb 2017 12:52
European Professional Club Rugby have released the following statement regarding the potential takeover of Gloucester by Montpellier owner Mohed Altrad through Altrad Participations. It read: "EPCR would like to clarify ...
'England compare to All Blacks'
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 01:00
Wales back row man Sam Warburton says it is not unreasonable to compare the current England side with world champions New Zealand.
Laidlaw: Scots have grown tougher
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 19:30
While Scotland played some scintillating attacking rugby during Saturday’s Six Nations victory over Ireland, it was the resolve the team showed to overcome adversity late in the game that most pleased captain Greig Lai...
Jones 'great for rugby'
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 17:12
Eddie Jones' outspoken style is "great for rugby", according to the man out to stop his England juggernaut this weekend.
Saracens bring in Lemalu
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 17:00
Saracens have signed Samoan lock Fa'atiga Lemalu on a short-term deal from Japanese Super Rugby side Sunwolves.
Faletau passed fit for Wales
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 16:40
No 8 Taulupe Faletau has recovered from injury in time for Wales' Six Nations clash with England in Cardiff on Saturday.
Taylor to win 100th England cap
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 16:30
Tamara Taylor will make her 100th international appearance for England against Wales on Saturday.
Te'o content with impact role
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 15:10
Ben Te’o insists he is happy with his role as an impact player for England, despite his match-winning cameo in Saturday’s win over France.
Wood fitness boost for England
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 14:51
Tom Wood looks set to be passed fit for Saturday's Six Nations clash with Wales in Cardiff - but is not certain of selection.
St Helens v Leeds: Key battles
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 14:40
Four months on from Wigan's Grand Final triumph, Super League returns this week as St Helens entertain Leeds Rhinos, live on Sky Sports.
O'Shea 'tailor-made' for Italy
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 14:30
Conor O'Shea is "tailor-made" for the all-encompassing job of revitalising Italian rugby, according to Danny Care.
Gloucester waiting on takeover
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 14:20
European Rugby bosses insist no decision has been made on the proposed Gloucester takeover by Mohed Altrad.
Bradford sign Hunapo-Nofoa
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 14:10
Bradford sign Samoan rugby union sevens player Phoenix Hunapo-Nofoa on a 12-month contract with an option to extend for two more years.
Casty named Catalans captain
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 13:22
Remi Casty has been reappointed as captain of Catalans Dragons for the 2017 season.
Edinburgh reward Sutherland
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 12:54
Edinburgh Rugby has confirmed that Scotland international prop Rory Sutherland will stay with the club until May 2019.
Super League: Players to watch
Sky Sports - 8 Feb 2017 12:40
There are some familiar faces returning to Super League this year - can they make an impact at their new clubs?