Connacht boss Andy Friend seeking home comforts in 'emotional' derby against Munster
After three tough defeats on the road, Connacht are targeting a pitch-perfect performance in Friday's derby against Munster.
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Sevens recruit Smith hoping to emerge against the Pumas
It's just over three weeks ago since Andrew Smith was picking up a bronze medal in Cape Town, the Leinster academy winger having been part of the Ireland side who surprised many with a third place finish at the World Cup Sevens.
Springbok Women team named for RWC opener against France
Springbok Women coach Stanley Raubenheimer has named his team for Saturday's Rugby World Cup opener against France in Auckland.
Rugby players face highly increased MND risk: disease study
Rugby chiefs must take urgent action to reduce head injuries after a study indicated that former international players are 15 times more likely to develop motor neurone disease, researchers said on Tuesday.
Research shows huge spike in MND risk among former international players
LONDON : A new study looking at the impact of concussion on a group of former Scottish international rugby players has found that they were 15 times more likely to develop motor neurone disease (MND) than the general population.
Rugby authorities urged to cut out contact training
Rugby authorities have been told they should look to eliminate contact training and reduce rather than expand the global calendar after a study revealed concerning evidence of considerably increased risk of motor neurone disease among former players.
Wasps file second notice to appoint administrators
Wasps have bought more time in their bid to lift the financially stricken club out of crisis by filing a second notice of intention to appoint administrators.
England hooker Jamie George ruled out of autumn Tests
England have lost Jamie George for their entire autumn programme after the Saracens hooker sustained a foot injury against Leicester on Saturday.