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England and Georgia lead as Europe's elite kick off

9 years ago by IRB

Europe's international competitions burst back into life at the weekend with two tight wins and a draw in the RBS Six Nations and Georgia maintaining their lead in the European Nations Cup Division 1A.

Wales prop Lee sidelined for start of season

9 years ago by RBS 6 Nations

Wales prop Samson Lee will miss the start of the domestic season with Scarlets after undergoing shoulder surgery upon his return from New Zealand.

All Blacks Sevens go back to back after success in Sydney

9 years ago by IRB

New Zealand beat Australia 27-24 in the final of the HSBC Sydney Sevens, round five of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series.

Pools drawn for HSBC USA Sevens

9 years ago by IRB

The pools for the HSBC USA Sevens, round five of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series were drawn ahead of the Cup final in Australia.

Italy prop Cittadini on the move

9 years ago by RBS 6 Nations

Italy prop Lorenzo Cittadini has signed a deal with French club Bayonne after Wasps agreed to release the 33-year-old from the last year of his contract.

Rugby aiming to make a difference in Rio

9 years ago by IRB

Great New Zealand Herald article on the impact of the return of Rugby as an Olympic sport in Rio 2016

Winning start so important for Scots

9 years ago by IRB

Scotland assistant coach Nathan Hines looks ahead to the start of this season’s RBS Six Nations.

Noves: France's future looks bright

9 years ago by RBS 6 Nations

Victory in the second Test against Argentina secured France a drawn summer series and Guy Noves was full of praise for the improving strength in depth of his squad.

Best hails Irish spirit in Springbok success

9 years ago by RBS 6 Nations

Skipper Rory Best applauded the guts and determination of his Ireland side after they hung on for nearly an hour against South Africa to claim an historic win. 

Ireland U20s delight at stunning win over New Zealand

9 years ago by RBS 6 Nations

Ireland Under-20s pulled off a historic victory over their New Zealand counterparts in a memorable afternoon in Manchester at the World Rugby Under-20 Championships.