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Sale Sharks: Sanderson names unchanged starting XV for Quins clash

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Alex Sanderson has named an unchanged starting line-up for the trip to Harlequins as his Sharks go in search of another win to follow Friday’s stunning home victory against Premiership champions...

Saints sign England international Curtis Langdon

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Northampton Saints have secured the signature of Curtis Langdon, with the England international hooker arriving at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens from the start of the 2023/24 campaign.   Langdon,...

Wallaby attack coach resigns

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

In an unexpected development, Wallaby attack coach Scott Wisemantel has elected to resign from his position.   It is a significant loss for Dave Rennie and co. as Wisemantel boasts a wealth of experience,...

England to prioritise memories over medals as Sinfield vows 'clarity' for post-Jones era

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Steve Borthwick will bring a "clarity" to England as their new boss, with defence coach Kevin Sinfield indicating they will prioritise memories over medals.   The duo departed Leicester Tigers last...

Sexton's Six Nations participation cast into doubt as Leinster confirm surgery

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Johnny Sexton might face a race to be fit in time to feature in the Six Nations after it was confirmed he will undergo surgery on a facial injury.   The captain, who has played for his...

Eddie Poolman joins London Irish

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

London Irish is pleased to confirm the signature of centre Eddie Poolman from Sydney University.   Poolman has competed for the university in the last two editions of the New South Wales Shute Shield,...

England and Quins prop Marler given two-week sanction for Heenan comments

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Joe Marler has been banned for two weeks with a further four suspended over comments made by the England and Harlequins prop to Bristol Bears' Jake Heenan.   Marler, who has been capped 79 times...

England: coaching staff update

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The RFU can confirm Matt Proudfoot’s tenure as England senior men’s forwards coach has come to an end. Matt Proudfoot agreed to step down after three years under former England senior men’s...

Newcastle Falcons team to face Bath

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Trevor Davison makes his 100th appearance for Newcastle Falcons on Saturday when they travel to Bath in Gallagher Premiership action.   The 30-year-old was playing hooker for Blaydon RFC third...

Ben Spencer's future is Blue, Black and White

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Bath Rugby can confirm club captain and England international Ben Spencer has committed his future to the Blue, Black and White.  The 30-year-old has excelled since arriving at The Rec from Saracens...