State of the Nation: France worthy Six Nations champions as Rugby World Cup hopes bolstered
Now that the 2022 Six Nations is wrapped up, we continue to delve into the state of affairs in each of the competing nations. Last up, France.
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Lions look to experienced Du Plessis for URC derby against the Sharks
The Lions have named their side to face the Sharks in a United Rugby Championship (URC) derby on Saturday, with former Springbok prop Jannie du Plessis set to start at tighthead.
'It's a tough one when you hear the words being said out loud' - Cullen pays tribute to Leavy
Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has paid tribute to Dan Leavy, who on Tuesday announced his retirement from the game at the age of 27.
Kevin Brown explains why Huddersfield Giants should be 'worried' by Hull FC
Rugby League pundit Kevin Brown says Huddersfield Giants should be ‘worried’ as they prepare to take on in the Challenge Cup quarter-finals on Saturday. The Black and Whites have won three of their last four in all competitions and they’ll travel to the John Smith’s Stadium boosted by the return of three of their key men.
Nine guilty over international rugby tickets' fraud
LONDON : Nine people have been found guilty of a 1.8 million pound ($2.35 million) scam involving fake corporate hospitality tickets for international rugby union matches at London's Twickenham Stadium, British police said on Thursday.
How British sports clubs are embracing Muslim athletes during Ramadan
Professional athletes know that strength and endurance are critical to a successful career. If you are also a practising Muslim and fasting during the daylight hours of Ramadan, you will need extra psychological and physical stamina to get through the month.
Millie Boyle and Emma Tonegato become first joint winners of NRLW Dally M Medal
Emma Tonegato has capped a dominant return to rugby league, crowned a joint winner of the NRLW's Dally M Medal with Millie Boyle in a historic ceremony in Brisbane.
Red Roses star Powell backing 'historic' Kingsholm crowd to roar England to victory over Wales
Connie Powell reckons the rugby-loving Kingsholm crowd can 'roar' England to derby day victory in Saturday's seismic TikTok Women's Six Nations showdown with Wales. Both sides enter the Round 3 contest unbeaten after the Red Roses racked up 74 points against Italy and Wales edged past Scotland 24-19 last weekend.