Billy Dardis proud of Ireland's rise to Rugby World Cup Sevens contenders
They once resided in the "basement of Europe" but Billy Dardis says Ireland are targeting the world's summit in Cape Town this weekend.
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Worcester owners say three parties interested in buying club
Worcester Warriors' owners said a deal to sell the club is moving at a "rapid pace" and that they have three interested buyers, after four local members of parliament urged the government to put the Premiership side into administration.
Blitzboks hoping Cape Town 'vibe' can lead them to Rugby World Cup Sevens glory
The Blitzboks kick-start their Rugby World Cup Sevens campaign on Friday and Neil Powell's charges are looking forward to running out on the turf at one of their favourite venues, Cape Town Stadium.
Jasper might not be Duane yet, but he's surely the Springboks' top dog at No 8 now
It would take a brave observer to argue with full justification that Duane Vermeulen doesn't still have a substantial role to play in the Springboks' World Cup campaign next year, but there can be little doubt that Jasper Wiese has jumped ahead of him in the queue for a consistent starting role.
Tributes paid to popular Leigh Miners coach who died suddenly in Italy
Tributes have been paid to the first team assistant coach of Leigh Miners Rangers who passed away suddenly while in Italy. Gary McMahon, from Wigan, was on England Community Lions duties abroad.
Virimi Vakatawa barred from playing in France due to medical issue
France international Virimi Vakatawa has been barred from playing rugby in the country due to an unspecified health problem.
Wallabies sink to lowest-ever ranking after defeat to Springboks
After losing 24-8 to the Springboks in Sydney over the weekend, the Wallabies have slumped to their lowest ever World Rugby ranking.