Prendergast expecting Connacht backlash on Friday
Munster have to be braced for a Connacht backlash in this Friday's Interpro against Connacht in Galway, according to assistant coach Mike Prendergast.
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Brand new XV with Prendergast to captain Emerging Ireland v Pumas
Connacht's Cian Prendergast will captain Emerging Ireland in tomorrow's second tour match against the Pumas in Bloemfontein, with Simon Easterby naming a brand new starting XV for the meeting with the Currie Cup champions.
Cardiff Rugby press conference Live as Dai Young grilled on player pub allegations
Cardiff Rugby boss Dai Young will hold a press conference today and will answer questions on the allegations that have rocked the club in recent days.
Jake still hoping to persuade the underrated pillar of his Bulls pack to stay at Loftus
Time is running out, but Bulls director of rugby Jake White admits that he still hopes to convince Walt Steenkamp to ditch his plan of continuing his career in Japan.
Alphonsi encouraging Red Roses to take inspiration from Lionesses ahead of World Cup
By Paul Eddison England's women's rugby players can use the Lionesses for inspiration as they seek global domination according to 2014 World Cup winner Maggie Alphonsi. Ad The flanker was the headline act when England claimed the title seven years ago and the Red Roses are now overwhelming favourites to lift the trophy in the tournament that kicks off in New Zealand this week.
Erasmus and Du Preez to coach South Africa A v Munster
Rassie Erasmus will lead South Africa 'A' when they face Munster in Cork next month, with the province's former prop Wian du Preez also set to be part of the coaching team.
England's Curry backs rugby to deal with concussion amid lawsuits
England flanker Tom Curry believes rugby union has "come on leaps and bounds in terms of player safety" amid fears the sport's future is at stake from concussion - something he appears to regard as an occupational hazard.
Bok assistant coach Stick to take charge of SA A on UK tour, Erasmus and Nhleko in the mix
Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick will assume the role of head coach for the South Africa A side for the end-of-year tour midweek games against Munster and Bristol Bears.