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Crème de la crème: Toulouse targeting record as world-leading Top 14 returns
The biggest and best league in the rugby world starts this weekend. Vibrant, full stadiums are the norm, especially when the likes of Bordeaux-Bègles, Toulouse and La Rochelle are at home, and the Top 14’s lucrative TV deals dwarf rival leagues in both hemispheres. What’s more, the Top 14 is only going to flex its pecs even more.
Ronan O’Gara set to extend La Rochelle stay as he opens discussions on new contract
Ronan O’Gara looks set to extend his time in French rugby with La Rochelle following reports in Midi Olympique that the former Munster and Ireland outhalf has begun discussions with his club regarding a new contract extension.
Broadcasters and governing bodies make tax plea for TV coverage of women’s sport
The chief executives of the Football Association, Rugby Football Union and England and Wales Cricket Board have joined forces with leading broadcasters and YouTube in writing to the chancellor requesting tax credits for production companies to help deliver more television coverage of women’s sport.
Ex-Leinster scrum-half Luke McGrath the latest big name to join French rugby ranks
Former Ireland and Leinster scrum-half Luke McGrath is the biggest name added to the ranks of more than 20 Irish-heritage players and coaches plying their trade in France.
Swys de Bruin steps down as Springbok Women’s coach
Swys de Bruin has quit as Springbok Women’s head coach, SA Rugby confirmed on Thursday.
South African airline behind viral stadium flyby cancels repeat display
JOHANNESBURG, Sept 3 : South African airline Airlink has cancelled a planned flypast before Saturday's Springboks-All Blacks rugby test as the country's aviation regulator reviews a similar display conducted by the airline last week.
All Blacks make three pack changes for Soweto Test as centurion Taylor is dropped
New Zealand announced three changes to their starting line-up for the third Test against South Africa at FNB Stadium on Saturday, including dropping experienced hooker Codie Taylor.
Australian prop Slipper signs up for 17th Super Rugby season
SYDNEY, Sept 3 : Wallabies prop James Slipper will play a 17th season of Super Rugby next year after signing a contract extension with the ACT Brumbies on Thursday.