Premiership

Andy Robinson sacked by Bristol

After news that he was suspended 4 days ago, Andy Robinson has now been sacked by Bristol Rugby after the board "lost confidence" that he would be able to retain the club's Premiership position.   Robinson...

Andy Robinson suspended as Bristol DOR

Former England and Scotland head coach Andy Robinson has been suspended from his role as Bristol's Director of Rugby after disappointing start to the season. The Club will carry out...

Tuesday Afternoon Round Up

Bordeaux-Bègles suffer double injury blow   Bordeaux-Bègles have suffered a double blow after both Jandré Marais and Ian Madigan were sidelined following their defeat to Castres.   Marais...

Warriors sign Super Rugby scrum-half Dowsett

Warriors have signed English-qualified scrum-half Michael Dowsett. The 24-year-old joins up with his new teammates immediately to provide further competition for the number-nine jersey at Sixways.   Head...

Dunn signs long-term contract extension

Tom Dunn has signed a new, long-term contract extension with Bath Rugby, the Club has confirmed.   “I didn’t really think twice about staying with Bath”, Dunn said.   “This...

Chris Ashton to join Toulon next season

Saracens can confirm that wing Chris Ashton will join Toulon next season.   The 29-year old England international will link up with the Top 14 outfit for the 2017/18 campaign after five seasons...

Monday Afternoon Round Up

Glasgow sign Waikato lock   New Zealand-born lock Brian Alainu'uese has joined Glasgow Warriors from Waikato for the rest of the PRO12 season.   The deal is subject to a visa and medical,...

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Newcastle Falcons prop Taione Vea forced to retire

Newcastle Falcons prop Taione Vea has been forced to retire from rugby as a result of the spinal injury he suffered in the Premiership opener against Sale Sharks on September 2.   “I took...

Weekly Round Up

Edinburgh sign Jaguares prop   Edinburgh confirmed the signing of Argentina tighthead-prop Felipe Arregui on a short-term deal.   The 22-year-old joins the Scottish club from the Jaguares,...