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Ben Earl scored two tries as Saracens moved a step closer to Gallagher Premiership play-off qualification and boosted their chances of a home semi-final with an 18-12 win over Sale Sharks at the AJ Bell Stadium.

Tommy Makinson became the first player in the Betfred Super League to reach double figures for tries this season as St Helens returned to the top of the table with a 26-0 victory over struggling Leeds Rhinos.

Two tries from back-row forward Ben Earl helped Saracens to beat Sale Sharks 18-12 in their Premiership clash at the AJ Bell Stadium on Friday. The post Premiership: Ben Earl brace helps Saracens pick up streetwise win a...

Wales and Scarlets flanker James Davies has been forced to retire following a long battle with concussion.

James Davies has been forced into retirement by concussion as it poses too much of a risk for Wales and Scarlets flanker to continue playing. The post James Davies: Scarlets and Wales flanker forced to retire due to conc...

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Scarlets flanker James Davies has announced his retirement from rugby with immediate effect due to concussion issues. The player popularly known as 'Cubby' hasn't played […] The post James Davies announces retirement a...

Here are the teams and prediction for Round 22 of the Premiership. The post Premiership: Harlequins bolstered by England contingent for clash with London Irish appeared first on PlanetRugby.

Teams and predictions for this weekend's United Rugby Championship games. The post United Rugby Championship: Ireland internationals return for Munster v Leinster showdown appeared first on PlanetRugby.

Red Roses head coach Simon Middleton has made nine changes to his England side for their Round 2 Six Nations clash vs Italy in Parma.

Since making his debut against Widnes in 2004, the sight of James Roby in the red and white vee is one St Helens fans have become used to. On Friday, they will see him wearing that jersey for the 500th time against Leeds...

Munster head coach Johann van Graan has spoken ahead of their huge United Rugby Championship game against Leinster at Thomond Park. The post Johann van Graan: Munster to throw everything at 'phenomenal' Leinster appeared...

Harlequins coach Nick Evens believes Joe Marchant has a "high ceiling" for development and has matured as a player over the past two years. The post England: Time for Joe Marchant to ‘push on’ and nail down starting ...

Video highlights from Crusaders v Highlanders in Super Rugby Pacific. The post Super Rugby Pacific highlights: Crusaders edge past winless Highlanders in Christchurch appeared first on PlanetRugby.

Jordie Barrett says playing at inside centre is "most comfortable" for him as he looks forward to an extended run in midfield for the Hurricanes. The post All Blacks: Jordie Barrett says he is 'most comfortable' at insid...

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Video highlights from Fijian Drua v Waratahs in Super Rugby Pacific. The post Super Rugby Pacific highlights: Michael Hooper scores on return as Waratahs hammer Fijian Drua appeared first on PlanetRugby.

We look at what is being said and team news ahead of Friday's four Betfred Super League matches, including the game between Leeds Rhinos and St Helens live on Sky Sports...

Matt Peet praised the composure of Harry Smith after his drop goal two minutes from the end secured Wigan Warriors a 19-18 victory over Hull FC.