Hewitt abuser reported to police

DRAGONS have reported a racist social media post aimed at winger Ashton Hewitt to the police. The club are “disgusted and...

Hero Hampson ‘blown away’ to become an OBE

RUGBY SHORTS MATT Hampson has been recognised in the Queen’s New Year Honours with an OBE. Hampson, 36, was paralysed from...

Weather will test Russian allegiance

EVER since Russia got badly burnt fielding three ineligible players from South Africa during the RWC2003 qualifying tournament – an indiscretion...

Pays to play until the final whistle

I WAS reading a recent article which insists that hooker, to the surprise of some, is the worst paid position in...

In awe of Matt’s work

A BIT of joyous news, an OBE for the incredible Matt Hampson whose ‘Get Busy Living’ centre up in rural Leicestershire...

‘Tinners’ always made me man of the match

JON SKURR MY LIFEIN RUGBY THE FORMER WAKEFIELD, SEDGLEY PARK AND ROTHERHAM No.8 AND IRELAND SEVENS HEAD COACH Uphill battle: Jon...

Shamed Matera must go back to school

NEWS EXTRA PABLO Matera must complete educational “restorative measures” before regaining the Argentina captaincy, the country’s rugby governing body has said....

Cavani case shows how to beat racism

RUGBY, like football, says it is serious about tackling racism. Events in the last few days would suggest one sport is...

Kayser’s a star TV find in any language

BEFORE the festive spirit of seasonal goodwill runs out, this column raises a jar of stout in suitably humble acknowledgement of...

Sporting warmth in the cold, empty stadium

Brendan Gallagher delves into some of rugby’s most enduring images, their story and why they are still so impactful Iconic Rugby...

Ulster 15-10 Munster: Ulster extend unbeaten run as focus turns to Leinster

Ulster's title challenge gathers pace as they down provincial rival Munster

Cardiff Blues 3-17 Ospreys: Toby Booth game plan blows Blues away

John Mulvihill condemns high penalty count in unconvincing performance against Ospreys

Scarlets 20-3 Dragons: Sione Kalamafoni slugs it out

Sione Kalamafoni continued his good form for Scarlets in a 20-3 victory over the Dragons

Edinburgh 10-7 Glasgow Warriors: Derby day decided by frantic final ten minutes

Gary Heatly reports from Murrayfield where a scoreless, dull first-half gave way to a dramatic ending

Benetton 15-24 Zebre: Bigi brace secures big win for Zebre

Zebre edge rivals Benetton in Treviso for only their sixth-ever win over their Italian counterparts

British & Irish Lions board promise 2021 tour decision is imminent

THE British and Irish Lions say they will make an early decision whether this year’s tour of South Africa can go...

Last laugh for donkies in earning rates among pro players | Chris Hewett

IT COMES as no great surprise that on average across the three major leagues in Europe, outside-halves command the biggest salaries....

Matera’s new video won’t hide his nasties | Chris Hewett

THIS column is no friend of Pablo Matera and his fellow Pumas, the lock Guido Petti and the hooker Santiago Socino....

Alfie Barbeary could become The Boss – but not yet | Chris Hewett

Barbeary's time out with gives teams plenty of changes to identify weaknesses to his seemingly unstoppable game

Laporte casts cloud over Six Nations | Nick Cain

THE last thing we needed to start the New Year is more stories of pandemic- induced meltdowns, but unfortunately the road...

Meritocracy is RFU’s need, not chiselled platitudes | Nick Cain

Nick Cain criticises the lack of leadership shown by RFU chairman Andy Cosslett in the face of urgent financial planning needed...

Bath and England lock Elliott Stooke set to sign for Wasps

It does not appear that Stooke will remain at the Rec beyond this season

Wasps could be without Alfie Barbeary for three months

Standout Wasps star Alfie Barbeary will undergo a scan on Sunday on his high ankle sprain

Cardiff Blues offer Rhys Priestland a route home from Bath

CARDIFF BLUES are leading the race to land Rhys Priestland when his contract with Bath runs out at the end of...

Steve Borthwick in talks to join Warren Gatland’s Lions staff

Neil Fissler reports interest from Warren Gatland in having Steve Borthwick be his Lions forwards coach

Jim was just a special person

Jon Newcombe remembers one of the north’s most loved and respected coaches Brilliant advice: Jim Kilfoyle TRIBUTES have poured in for...

Pat Lam full of praise for Bristol front rowers

Bristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam credits his front row for securing victory over Newcastle Falcons in Round 5 of...

Ball joins Alun Wyn as doubt for Pivac

By PETER JACKSON It’s a rout: Wasps celebrate as Simon McIntyre scores their fourth try against Exeter PICTURE: Getty Images JAKE...

Leinster 24-35 Connacht: Champions stunned by stone cold Carty

Connacht come away from the RDS with bonus-point win, as Jack Carty stars

Rugby Stars and their Love for Casino Games

There are people who love rugby, and there are people who love poker, too. There are people who love both which...

Most common lacrosse drills

Lacrosse is considered to be the first sport originated in America. A game that has something similar to football, basketball and...

NBA Statistics You Should Know to be a Better Bettor

Betting on the NBA is one of the most exciting aspects of being a fan, if you have the guts, and...

Rugby vs American Football: What Are the Key Differences and Similarities

Many would say that rugby and American football are the same game –  however, these two sports have quite a few...

Q&A – Damian Hopley: Horror year underlined players’ need for the RPA

Neale Harvey talks to RPA chief executive Damian Hopley about the challenges the players' body faced in 2020

What Are the Rugby Union Tournaments Bettors Can Look Forward to in 2021?

What’s not to love about rugby? The aggression? The excitement? The gentlemanly conduct that you don’t see in other sports? It...

Roberts: New South Africa challenge is step up for PRO14

The Wales and British & Irish Lions centre talks about the new Rainbow Cup competition that will see four South African...

George Furbank can be a top 10 – Vesty

Saints attack coach Sam Vesty believes a switch to fly-half could unlock George Furbank as a skillful threat

Lloyd Williams excited to learn off Wales ace Dwayne Peel

The pending arrival of skills coach Peel at Cardiff Blues can only push the club forward, says scrum-half Williams

Exclusive: Rhys Priestland playing for his future at Bath

Bath fly-half Priestland turns 34 this month and has been clamped to speculation the Premiership club wanting to reinvent the role...

Sale Sharks may stick with Paul Deacon for the rest of the season

Premiership club may hold off on bringing in a permanent replacement for Steve Diamond until next summer

Wasps join race to sign Bath lock Elliott Stooke

Lee Blackett is set to lose one of his options in the second row to a Premiership rival, and has identified...

Exclusive: Saracens looking to arrange friendlies with incoming South African franchises to PRO14

Neil Fissler reports on Saracens seeking to prepare for the Championship's kick off in March with a series of friendlies against...

Worcester Warriors hunt second Scotland international signing

Prop Rory Sutherland is a top target for Warriors director of rugby Alan Solomons

Harlequins stalwart Danny Care set to extend stay

Veteran scrum-half has secured new terms at the Stoop

5 Helpful Ways to Make You a Better Runner

In 2017, about 60 million Americans participated in jogging and trail running, with the aim of improving fitness and relieve stress,...

England prospect Alfie Barbeary faces race to be fit for Six Nations with ankle injury

Barbeary was called up to England's squad by Eddie Jones during the Autumn Nations Cup

It’s time to hand out my gongs for 2020| Shane Williams

Shane Williams also predicts what will happen in next year's Six Nations and the Lions tour of South Africa

Marcus Street is making big strides in quick time at Exeter Chiefs

Tighthead Street, 21, discusses his battle in the front row ranks at Sandy Park, with Tomas Francis and Harry Williams for...

Exclusive: George Barton aims to gain from mentor Cips’ Gloucester departure

Barton started the year with England U20s, and finished it with one of Gloucester's most memorable moments of 2020 in the...

Glenn Delaney desperate to keep hold of Scarlets stars

GLENN Delaney spent years trying to snatch players away from the Scarlets but is now fighting to keep hold of the...