Former Wales captain Sam Warburton says he is “a big fan” of Exeter Chiefs forward Christ Tshiunza, who is “ticking all the boxes” ahead of the Six Nations. The 21-year-old will face stiff competition for a place in Wales’ matchday 23 but offers versatility in the second and back-row, according to Warburton. “He does a…
Read moreTroyes improve their offer for Yoann Cathline
L’Équipe report that Ligue 1 strugglers ESTAC Troyes have improved their offer for EA Guingamp winger Yoann Cathline. Click Here: mens gaa jersey The 20-year-old has started the Ligue 2 season very well, but EAG, who themselves sit close to the top of the table, have little to no intention of allowing the player to…
Read moreFive key talking points for the Western Force heading into Super Rugby Pacific 2023
The Western Force enters a new era in 2023 as they continue to push for a finals spot.New coach Simon Cron has brought in a host of experienced faces after the departure of stalwarts Richard Kahui, Jeremy Thrush and Greg Holmes amongst others.CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR EARLY BIRD AND HOSPITALITY TICKETS FOR THE HSBC…
Read moreMatch Report | PSG 1-1 Monaco: Neymar scores as PSG held by well-drilled Monaco
Paris Saint-Germain dropped their first points of the Ligue 1 campaign as Monaco brought their idyllic run to an end with an impressively organised performance at the Parc des Princes on Sunday night. A tense start to the first half saw Neymar yellow-card while Paris Saint-Germian’s attacking trident was repeatedly frustrated by an assured Monaco…
Read moreGAME BY GAME: Women claim bronze, Men finish fifth in Hamilton
The Australian Sevens sides will be looking to make a statement as they head to Hamilton for the NZ Sevens.The Men book their place in the final eight after missing the knock-out stages in Cape Town, eliminated by the USA in the quarter-finals as they finished fifthHSBC SYDNEY SEVENS TICKET FINAL RELEASE: GET YOUR TICKETS…
Read moreNottingham Forest set to sign Loïc Badé
Foot Mercato report this morning that Nottingham Forest are closing in on the signing of defender Loïc Badé from Rennes, with the newly-promoted Premier League club looking to sign the player on a loan deal with an option to buy. However, several details still need to be ironed out before an agreement on all fronts can…
Read moreNew Zealand win double at Sydney Sevens
New Zealand have produced powerhouse performances to win both events of the Sydney Sevens.The Kiwi men smashed South Africa 38-0 in the final at Allianz Stadium, where more than 66,000 fans attended over the three days.HSBC SYDNEY SEVENS TICKET FINAL RELEASE: GET YOUR TICKETS TO RUGBY’S BIGGEST PARTY NOW!"Immensely (proud of this group). We've played…
Read moreNathanaël Mbuku to remain at Reims, despite Fenerbahçe deal
L’Équipe are reporting that Turkish side Fenerbahçe have reached a deal for the signing of Reims’ Nathanaël Mbuku (20), but the player’s wish is to remain at the Ligue 1 club. As a result, Mbuku looks set to remain in France, despite an agreement on a €4m deal being reached with Fenerbahçe. The French U21 international…
Read moreSix Nations: Sione Tuipulotu and Huw Jones handed starts against England
Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has named his side to take on England in their opening game of the Six Nations, with Sione Tuipulotu and Huw Jones starting in the centres. Townsend’s charges head to Twickenham on Saturday looking to retain the Calcutta Cup after reclaiming it in 2021 with an 11-7 victory in London….
Read moreWallabies return for Brumbies final trial against Rebels
ACT Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham has named close to a full-strength line-up for Saturday's trial against the Melbourne Rebels in Wagga Wagga.Tom Wright will start the game at fullback, filling the void left by Tom Banks after his departure to Japan.Wright played three Tests in the 15 jersey in 2022, including their comeback victory over…
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