Today’s rugby news as Jiffy devastated by Phil Bennett news and Wales in mourning
Here's your round-up of all the latest rugby headlines from Wales and around the world for Monday, June 13.
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Wigan Warriors prop duo sign new contracts as club build long-term succession plan
Wigan Warriors have rewarded Liam Byrne and Ethan Havard with new long-term contracts after the pair put pen to paper on new deals. Rugby League Live can reveal powerhouse prop Byrne has signed a new three-year deal with the club, with talented Havard extending his deal for another two years.
ITV Love Island's Liam breaks silence on exit - and discovers who Gemma Owen's dad is
Liam Llewellyn surprised his fellow islanders and Love Island viewers when he decided to exit the villa just a few days into starting his summer of love experience. During Friday night's episode (June 10) the 22-year-old was seen gathering his new friends around the fire pit for an announcement - so you knew things were serious!
Reason for Duane Vermeulen's absence in Bok squad revealed
A knee injury is the reason No 8 Duane Vermeulen has been omitted from the Springbok squad for the upcoming three-Test series against Wales.
Leinster and Leo Cullen to reflect on 'painful lessons' after trophyless season
Leo Cullen stressed that "complacency" wasn't the right word to describe Leinster's season-ending defeat to the Vodacom Bulls on Friday night, but it's likely his mind was wandering down that path.
All Blacks name squad for Ireland showdowns
Former rugby league standout Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and his Super Rugby team-mate Stephen Perofeta have been included in the All Blacks squad for the July series against Ireland, but there's no room for experienced half-back TJ Perenara.
Six uncapped players in All Blacks squad for Ireland Test series
Former rugby league international Roger Tuivasa-Sheck was on Monday named among six uncapped players in the New Zealand squad to prepare for next month's three-Test series against Ireland.
Rugby-Tuivasa-Sheck, Perofeta get All Blacks call-ups, TJ left out
(Reuters) - Former rugby league standout Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and his Super Rugby team mate Stephen Perofeta were included in the All Blacks squad for the July series against Ireland on Monday, but there was no room for experienced halfback TJ Perenara.