Russell and Hogg rested for Scotland's summer tour
Gregor Townsend has revealed that out-half Finn Russell and captain Stuart Hogg have been excused from Scotland's summer tour in order to prevent burnout ahead of next year’s World Cup.
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Love Island's Liam has a famous Welsh rugby dad
Gemma Owen, the daughter of former England striker Michael Owen, might have grabbed the headlines as a Love Island contestant with a famous sporting father, but she's not the only one. Liam Llewellyn, who briefly coupled up with Gemma this week, is none other than the son of former Wales scrum-half David Llewellyn.
Love Island star Liam Llewellyn has a sportsman dad like Gemma
Liam from Love Island also has a famous sportsman dad who played rugby for Wales at the World Cup. Liam Llewellyn has a famous dad like fellow Islander Gemma Owen.
United Rugby Championship does make sense in many ways but Sam Warburton is being backed for a reason
So, does the United Rugby Championship make sense? That’s the question under discussion this week in the wake of comments from former Wales and Lions skipper Sam Warburton.
RTÉ Rugby pod: URC semi-finals, and Munster's long summer
Neil Treacy, Fiona Hayes and Eddie O'Sullivan break down the week's big rugby talking points.
Springbok coach Nienaber on Elton Jantjies incident: 'We'll act when we have more info'
The Springboks are waiting for more information before making a move in the Elton Jantjies saga, following the flyhalf's arrest at OR Tambo International Airport last month.
‘I’m immensely proud’: Jermaine McGillvary retires from international rugby league
England and Great Britain winger Jermaine McGillvary has announced his retirement from international rugby league.