Former England rugby captain Phil Vickery has filed for bankruptcy The documents showed his debt to his management consultancy, now in liquidation. A source said he had racked up debts …
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England’s Red Roses hope ‘genuine friendship’ with men’s team can bring future success as Jamie George works with women stars ahead of acid test Six Nations clash against Wales
by Alexanderby AlexanderJamie George spent time working with the women’s team earlier in the week. The men’s team hooker helped the stars with his throwing and line-out technique. Red Roses boss Paul …
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Crying foul! It’s farcical for officials to ignore dirty play in Saracens’ thunderous win over Harlequins just because a TV pundit beat them to it
by Alexanderby AlexanderMore arbitration controversy. There’s always something, right? And this time, apparently, it’s Austin Healey’s fault, for making a quick, astute observation in his role as a TV pundit. In the …
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TMO heard appearing not to review Owen Farrell incident after commentary from Austin Healey pointed it out during Saracens win over Harlequins
by Alexanderby AlexanderSaracens claimed a dominant 52-7 victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Healy highlighted possible foul play by Stephan Lewies against Owen Farrell The TMO appeared to ignore the incident after …
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Lleucu George’s late miss hands Scotland historic victory as visitors survive late Wales comeback to secure 20-18 win and first Six Nations success in country in 20 years
by Alexanderby AlexanderGeorge missed a late conversion that would have secured a dramatic draw. Alex Callender had scored a try in the 79th minute during Wales’ comeback. The visitor’s winning streak stands …
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Captain Marlie Packer set to become only the seventh woman to play 100 Tests for England when she features in Six Nations clash against Italy as she reflects on how the game has grown and aims for 2025 World Cup glory at Twickenham
by Alexanderby AlexanderMarlie Packer to reach 100 Test milestone when England take on Italy Packer is part of an England team that is eager to show more attacking ambition. Packer has been …
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Newcastle chief Steve Diamond admits the Premiership side would ‘definitely welcome’ Saudi Arabian investment amid financial struggles, as the winless Falcons target improvement on and off the field
by Alexanderby AlexanderNewcastle Falcons are yet to win a Premiership game this season Rugby Diamond consulting director hired to turn things around Newcastle United are already 80 per cent owned by the …
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Tom Curry boost for England with flanker set to return for Sale before the end of the season… with Sharks boss Alex Sanderson ‘in awe’ at his recovery from career-threatening hip injury
by Alexanderby AlexanderEngland flanker Tom Curry has not played since the World Cup last October The 25-year-old is making an amazing recovery from a serious hip injury. His twin brother Ben returned …
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World Rugby propose RADICAL new rule changes in an attempt to improve the game’s appeal – with global trials in consideration for one of the options
by Elijahby ElijahRugby players met at a conference to exchange and propose numerous ideas A shot clock to speed up scrums and lineouts was one of the advanced options The game’s governing …
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Wales icon Sam Warburton SLAMS ‘arrogant’ Scotland stars as he reveals their ‘cocky’ beer-fuelled celebrations in Cardiff… insisting they will ‘never win a Championship with these players’
by Alexanderby AlexanderScotland finished fourth in the Six Nations after winning two of their five matches Former Wales captain Sam Warburton criticized Gregor Townsend’s side Warburton blasted Scotland’s attitude and mentality in …