Ireland must keep evolving to avoid peaking early for World Cup, says Sexton
Captain Johnny Sexton says Ireland must keep evolving in order to avoid repeating the mistake of peaking too soon for a World Cup.
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RFU unveils plan for Premier 15s to turn professional with £220m investment
The Rugby Football Union has outlined ambitious plans to professionalise the Premier 15s within the next 10 years as part of a new strategy which will involve a formal “partnership” with Premiership Rugby clubs.
Sexton issues warning about failure to evolve
Captain Johnny Sexton says Ireland must keep evolving in order to avoid repeating the mistake of peaking too soon for a World Cup.
Rugby-Gilchrist to captain Scotland against Argentina
(Reuters) - Grant Gilchrist will captain Scotland for the first time in four years while Luke Crosbie will make his first start for the country in the first test against Argentina at San Salvador de Jujuy on Saturday.
France hand Jolmes, Tanga debuts against Japan
France head coach Fabien Galthie on Thursday handed debuts to lock Thomas Jolmes and number eight Yoan Tanga for the first rugby Test against Japan in Toyota on Saturday.
Gilchrist to captain Scotland against Argentina
Grant Gilchrist will captain Scotland for the first time in four years while Luke Crosbie will make his first start for the country in the first test against Argentina at San Salvador de Jujuy on Saturday.
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Wales pick uncapped former junior captain Reffell to front Boks at Loftus
Wales coach Wayne Pivac has named his team for Saturday's Test against the Springboks at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.