Pro12 victory talk not on Connacht minds ahead of URC semi-final against Stormers
A slender silver trophy sits proudly on the mantlepiece, framed neatly between the broad shoulders of Niall Murray and Finlay Bealham.
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United Rugby Championship semi-finals: All you need to know
Back in October you could have got long odds on Munster and Connacht both being in the BKT United Rugby Championship semi-finals.
Blitzboks need to make Toulouse Sevens semis to keep Olympic dreams on track
With two tournaments left in this year's World Rugby Sevens Series, the Blitzboks have it all to do to qualify for the Olympic Games.
Leicester's Ashton cleared to play semi-final after red card overturned
The Premiership's record try-scorer Chris Ashton has been cleared to play in Leicester Tigers' semi-final against Sale Sharks after an independent disciplinary panel downgraded his red card for a dangerous tackle to a yellow on Thursday.
After long-term injury, it's a 'blessing' to turn out for the Stormers again, says speedy Zas
Injuries are part of rugby, and every player knows that, but there's no denying that a long-term injury is something that's difficult to deal with when all you want to do is get back on the field.
Canadian women look to end World Rugby Sevens Series season on high note in France
A season of change wraps up this weekend in Toulouse, France, for the Canadian women's rugby sevens side.
Veteran prop Ferreira, three others extend Cheetahs contracts
Four players, including veteran prop Schalk Ferreira, have extended their contracts with the Cheetahs, the franchise announced on Thursday.
Leinster confirm Dave Kearney departure
Leinster have confirmed that Dave Kearney will depart the province at the end of the season.