Premiership

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The Premiership is going to be tighter than ever

15 September 2024 0 comments

By Kyran Bracken English rugby is going through what can only be described as a transition period, but overall I’m positive about the game in […]

Jimmy Roots joins brother Ethan Roots at Exeter Chiefs

8 September 2024 0 comments

You need strong roots to grow, and Rob Baxter has bolstered his Exeter squad with not one but two ahead of the 2024/25 season.

Bristol Bears can win the Premiership says Steven Luatua

8 September 2024 0 comments

Steven Luatua believes Bristol can became the first West Country team to win the Premiership – if they start where they left off last season.

Harlequins sign former 7s Player of the Year Rodrigo Isgro

8 September 2024 0 comments

Harlequins have announced the signing of 25-year-old Argentinian winger Rodrigo Isgro ahead of the 2024-25 season.

Kieran Wilkinson, Newcastle Falcons to channel Jonny Wilkinson

8 September 2024 0 comments

Newcastle fans haven’t had much to smile about in recent years, but the sight of a Wilkinson at 10 will remind them of former glories.

Nayacalevu shows he’s going to be real deal

8 September 2024 0 comments

By Peter Murdock Sale Sharks ………………… 40pts Tries: Curry 2, Nayacalevu 8, 36; R du Preez 28, Quirke 60, Van Rhyn 72 Conversions: Ford 2, […]

PGP analysis – Borthwick given strong hand

8 September 2024 0 comments

Analysis Paul Rees looks at the new men’s Professional Game Partnership Gand says it’s a deal which suits the RFU more If the devil is […]

Henry Slade ‘working doubly hard’ to return for England before autumn opener

5 September 2024 0 comments

Slade sustained a labral tear to his right shoulder during a Six Nations defeat by Scotland. Henry Slade hopes to recover from shoulder surgery in […]

Tomos Williams: Gloucester the perfect fresh start

1 September 2024 0 comments

Wales star Tomos Williams says it was the perfect time to head for England and take up the challenge of a new league with Gloucester.

Louis Rees-Zammit’s NFL dream still alive

1 September 2024 0 comments

A legendary American sports agent believes Louis Rees-Zammit has a good chance in the NFL this season despite being cut by Kansas City Chiefs.

Orlando Bailey aiming to win the Premiership with Bath

1 September 2024 0 comments

Orlando Bailey is happy to do whatever it takes to fulfil his dream of becoming a Premiership winner with Bath.

Leicester Tigers sign Fiji playmaker Ben Volavola

1 September 2024 0 comments

Leicester Tigers have announced the signing of exciting Fiji playmaker Ben Volavola on a one-year contract.

Maro Itoje the new Saracens captain

1 September 2024 0 comments

England lock Maro Itoje has been named as the new captain of Saracens for the upcoming English Premiership season.

Gareth Anscombe returns from injury to star for Gloucester

1 September 2024 0 comments

Gareth Anscombe has been charged with pushing Gloucester up the Premiership table, a task he is relishing after nearly a year out with injury.

Will Goodrick-Clarke brings physicality to Exeter Chiefs

1 September 2024 0 comments

Dubbed ‘Mr Incredible’ on his unveiling, Exeter Chiefs have not been shy in promoting the physicality of signing Will Goodrick-Clarke.

Phil Dowson says Northampton Saints must forget Courtney Lawes

1 September 2024 0 comments

Northampton boss Phil Dowson has told his squad to get used to life without Courtney Lawes in a hurry ahead of their Premiership defence.

Gloucester hooker Seb Blake picks his career dream team

1 September 2024 0 comments

Gloucester hooker Seb Blake chooses the best XV he has played with or against over the course of his career.

England squad shocked after resignations of key coaching duo

27 August 2024 0 comments

Defence coach Felix Jones and head of strength and conditioning Aled Walters are moving on for pastures new. England players have expressed their shock and […]

PGP deal is looking good for all – Baxter

25 August 2024 0 comments

Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter remains hopeful that plans being drawn up as part of the new Professional Game Partnership between the RFU and Premiership Rugby will ultimately prove fruitful for all sides.

It’s going to be a thriller – van Graan

25 August 2024 0 comments

By Jon Newcombe Johann van Graan is predicting a Gallagher Premiership 2024/25 season to set pulses racing. Bath’s head of rugby expects ball in play […]

Playing in Cardiff will help us – Lam

25 August 2024 0 comments

By Mark Stevens Pat Lam has told Bristol supporters who are unhappy next season’s home Premiership fixture against Bath has been moved to Cardiff’s Principality […]

This has been the best year of my life

25 August 2024 0 comments

Mark Stevens talks to Immanuel Feyi-Waboso about his rise to the top for Exeter and England Even by his own admission, it’s been somewhat of […]

Porter: I’m going to fight hard for that No 9 shirt

25 August 2024 0 comments

By Adam Hathaway Will Porter has been learning from the old master Danny Care at Harlequins but is ready to paint his own pictures in […]

Revived Genge is raring to go

25 August 2024 0 comments

By Paul Rees Ellis Genge spent a rare summer off fishing and intends to make a ‘turbot’ charged start to the coming campaign after missing […]

Launchbury: It’s down to players on pitch

25 August 2024 0 comments

By Adam Hathaway Joe Launchbury has urged his Harlequins side to man the barricades or face another season of near misses in the Premiership and […]

Canny Baxter looks like he’s found another gem

25 August 2024 0 comments

By MARK STEVENS Exeter ………… 46pts Tries: Brown-Bampoe 13, 36, 38, Vermeulen 26, Wimbush 29, Woodburn 32, Rigg 57, Dorrell 71 Conversions: Skinner 37, 40, […]

Caldy make Sharks work hard for their victory

25 August 2024 0 comments

By John Lyon Caldy ……………. 24pts Tries: Penalty 20, Rushton 31, Mitchell 44, Booth 46 Conversions: Barker 44 Sale Sharks … 42pts Tries: Wills 7, […]

I want that winner’s medal this time around

25 August 2024 0 comments

Jon Newcombe talks to Bath back rower Miles Reid as he prepares for the new Prem season Miles Reid is saving space on his mantlepiece […]

Saints are ready to open new chapter

25 August 2024 0 comments

Paul Rees reports on how things are changing at Franklin’s Gardens ahead of the new season Northampton’s early season form gave little sign of what […]

Northampton given tough route in cup

25 August 2024 0 comments

PREMIERSHIP champions Northampton have been drawn alongside big rivals Leicester, Coventry and Nottingham in pool two of the 2024/25 Premiership Rugby Cup. The Premiership clubs […]

Joe Marler faces race to be fit for England’s autumn internationals

23 August 2024 0 comments

Joe Marler will miss the start of Harlequins’ season with the broken foot sustained during England’s summer tour to place doubt over his availability for […]

Exeter Chiefs lose captain Dafydd Jenkins for start of Premiership

18 August 2024 0 comments

Exeter Chiefs have been dealt a second injury blow ahead of the new Premiership season with lock Dafydd Jenkins sidelined.

13 years on and Yeandle’s fire is still burning bright

18 August 2024 0 comments

WHEN it comes to the Exeter Chiefs’ success story, Jack Yeandle has never been too far away from the main headlines.

I’m delighted we are opening title race against Saints, says Russell

18 August 2024 0 comments

BATH were inches away from Premiership glory despite playing almost an hour of the final with 14 men – and talismanic fly-half Finn Russell believes they are in great shape to claim the trophy this time around.

Pre-season: Premiership, Championship, National League fixtures

18 August 2024 0 comments

A pre-season fixture list involving teams from the Premiership, Championship, National Leagues, and Regional Leagues.

We must all share the blame -Youngs

11 August 2024 0 comments

By ADAM HATHAWAY BEN Youngs insists Leicester’s players only have themselves to blame for last season’s flop and not Dan McKellar who exited as head […]

Chapman moves up at Northampton

11 August 2024 0 comments

PREMIERSHIP champions Northampton have appointed Julia Chapman as Mark Darbon’s successor as chief executive. She will begin her new role in November. Chapman, the current […]

I’m at Tigers for the long haul – Cheika

11 August 2024 0 comments

By ADAM HATHAWAY Hard-nosed: George Martin on the attack for Leicester PICTURES: Getty Images TROUBLE-shooter Michael Cheika has told Leicester fans he is not just […]

Diamond: We’ll be fit and raring to go

11 August 2024 0 comments

By JON NERWCOMBE STEVE Diamond insists Newcastle Falcons will be fit for purpose when they kick off the new Premiership season at home to Bristol […]

Harlequins star Danny Care calls for more free-to-air TV games

4 August 2024 0 comments

Danny Care says free-to-air television coverage is essential if rugby is to grow its audience and avoid other clubs going under.

Exeter Chiefs star Henry Slade to miss start of season after surgery

4 August 2024 0 comments

Exeter centre Henry Slade will miss the start of the upcoming Premiership season after having shoulder surgery.

Bristol Bears sign Argentina U20 star Benjamin Elizalde

4 August 2024 0 comments

One of the stars of the U20 World Championship, Argentinian full-back Benjamin Elizalde, has joined Premiership side Bristol Bears.

Leigh Halfpenny and Wyn Jones join Harlequins

4 August 2024 0 comments

Premiership side Harlequins have signed full-back Leigh Halfpenny and prop Wyn Jones for the 2024/25 season.

Ex-Leicester Tigers centre Guy Porter retires at 27

4 August 2024 0 comments

Former Leicester Tigers and England centre Guy Porter has retired from rugby at the age of 27 after suffering issues around concussion.

Regan Grace to miss start of Bath season after surgery

4 August 2024 0 comments

Bath wing Regan Grace is likely to miss the start of the upcoming season after having had surgery on a hamstring injury.

Bristol Bears defend hosting Premiership game in Cardiff

28 July 2024 0 comments

Bristol Bears COO Tom Tainton insists rugby must continue to “take calculated risks” to widen its appeal and draw in new fans if it’s ever going to become a sustainable sport.

Northampton start new Premiership season with clash against Bath

26 July 2024 0 comments

Bristol to host Bath in first Premiership game at Principality Stadium. Gallagher Premiership champions Northampton will kick off the new domestic campaign against Bath in […]

Overseas stars join top teams

21 July 2024 0 comments

Ben Jaycock reports on the increasing popularity of the Women’s Prem as 30 imports sign for the top sides in England Premiership Women’s Rugby is […]

Overseas stars are blocking new talent

14 July 2024 0 comments

NICK CAIN READ HIS EXPERT OPINION EVERY WEEK There is a double standard in English rugby that stands out as a carbuncle-like sign of the […]

Expect the Chiefs Mk2 to be real contenders

14 July 2024 0 comments

PAUL REES LOOKS AT WHY EXETER’S DOR HAS PUT PLAYER RETENTION AHEAD OF RECRUITMENT AT SANDY PARK The most eye-catching result of the Premiership season […]

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