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Gloucester lose England international for an ‘extended period’ due to cardiac issue
David Skippers 11 Oct 2025

Gloucester lose England international for an ‘extended period’ due to cardiac issue

Gloucester have revealed troubling news about the health of England hooker Jack Singleton via an official medical update.

Gloucester
Maro Itoje reveals the ‘really admirable’ quality which Owen Farrell showed on Lions tour
David Skippers 11 Oct 2025

Maro Itoje reveals the ‘really admirable’ quality which Owen Farrell showed on Lions tour

Maro Itoje has revealed what it's like to be reunited with Owen Farrell at club level with Saracens and what the star playmaker brings to the Premiership club.

England
Len Ikitau debut teased as Exeter Chiefs boss calls for Wallabies star to ‘get on the ball’
Louis Chapman Coombe 11 Oct 2025

Len Ikitau debut teased as Exeter Chiefs boss calls for Wallabies star to ‘get on the ball’

The Wallabies star arrived at Sandy Park earlier this week, but was not named in their squad to face Bristol Bears.

Exeter Chiefs
Sale Sharks v Newcastle Red Bulls: Five takeaways as England wing ‘sends a message’ and all aboard the Ben Bamber bandwagon
Adam Kyriacou 10 Oct 2025

Sale Sharks v Newcastle Red Bulls: Five takeaways as England wing ‘sends a message’ and all aboard the Ben Bamber bandwagon

Following a ruthless 57-5 victory for Sale Sharks over Newcastle Red Bulls on Friday night, here's our five takeaways from a one-sided Prem clash.

Premiership
Munster retain unbeaten URC status after pipping ill-disciplined Edinburgh
David Skippers 10 Oct 2025

Munster retain unbeaten URC status after pipping ill-disciplined Edinburgh

Munster continued with their excellent start to their United Rugby Championship campaign when they clinched a hard-fought 20-19 victory over Edinburgh in Cork on Friday.

United Rugby Championship
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and snubbed Springbok star as rampant Stormers nil Scarlets
Adam Kyriacou 10 Oct 2025

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and snubbed Springbok star as rampant Stormers nil Scarlets

The Stormers had too much power and precision for the Scarlets as they picked up a valuable 34-0 victory on the road in the URC on Friday.

United Rugby Championship
Harlequins coach reveals what ‘unbelievable talent’ Marcus Smith’s goal is as he makes long awaited return to PREM Rugby
Alex Spink 10 Oct 2025

Harlequins coach reveals what ‘unbelievable talent’ Marcus Smith’s goal is as he makes long awaited return to PREM Rugby

Marcus Smith will be a man on a mission when he makes his return to the Gallagher PREM for Harlequins against Saracens on Sunday, according to one of English rugby’s most respected coaches.

Harlequins
PREM Rugby predictions: British and Irish Lions returners to end ‘worrying trend’ while Bath ‘juggernaut’ continue ‘march to title’
Louis Chapman Coombe 10 Oct 2025

PREM Rugby predictions: British and Irish Lions returners to end ‘worrying trend’ while Bath ‘juggernaut’ continue ‘march to title’

Planet Rugby's take on this weekend's PREM action.

Premiership
Wallabies star makes surprising R360 admission amid Test unions’ crackdowns
David Skippers 10 Oct 2025

Wallabies star makes surprising R360 admission amid Test unions’ crackdowns

Wallabies and new Exeter Chiefs centre Len Ikitau has opened up about the hardline stance taken by most of rugby's leading Test nations towards the rebel R360 competition.

Australia
British and Irish Lions to offer ‘unprecedented behind-the-scenes access’ as new feature film of Australia tour revealed
Louis Chapman Coombe 10 Oct 2025

British and Irish Lions to offer ‘unprecedented behind-the-scenes access’ as new feature film of Australia tour revealed

This joins a long line of behind-the-scenes documentaries of British and Irish Lions tours.

British and Irish Lions
PREM team news: How to watch Round Three, kick-off times, venues and match officials
Louis Chapman Coombe 10 Oct 2025

PREM team news: How to watch Round Three, kick-off times, venues and match officials

All the details ahead of round three of the new PREM season, including teams, venues and how to watch.

Premiership
Ex-Wallaby reveals Australia’s ‘one and only weakness’ ahead of year-end tour
David Skippers 10 Oct 2025

Ex-Wallaby reveals Australia’s ‘one and only weakness’ ahead of year-end tour

Former Australia full-back Greg Martin has identified what he describes as the Wallabies' "one and only weakness at the moment."

Australia
Len Ikitau arrives: The frightening Exeter Chiefs backline Rob Baxter could deploy as ‘stuff of dreams’ partnership realised
Louis Chapman Coombe 10 Oct 2025

Len Ikitau arrives: The frightening Exeter Chiefs backline Rob Baxter could deploy as ‘stuff of dreams’ partnership realised

Planet Rugby looks at Exeter Chiefs' possible backline with Len Ikitau now on the ground at Sandy Park.

Exeter Chiefs
Ex-All Black backs player who is ‘so efficient at getting through the collision’ to retain starting role
David Skippers 09 Oct 2025

Ex-All Black backs player who is ‘so efficient at getting through the collision’ to retain starting role

James Parsons has given his verdict on Quinn Tupaea's performance at outside centre for the All Blacks in their victory over the Wallabies in Perth on Saturday.

New Zealand
Louis Rees-Zammit injury prognosis confirmed as PREM side draft in ‘proven international’ to ease injury woes
Louis Chapman Coombe 09 Oct 2025

Louis Rees-Zammit injury prognosis confirmed as PREM side draft in ‘proven international’ to ease injury woes

The injuries keep coming for Bristol.

Bristol
Mike Brown and Jonny May CLASH over England backline but agree on return of ‘X-factor’ star
Jack Tunney 09 Oct 2025

Mike Brown and Jonny May CLASH over England backline but agree on return of ‘X-factor’ star

Former international stars Mike Brown and Jonny May have selected their backlines for England's Autumn Nations Series.

England
Samoa pull out of November Test as ‘exciting and fast-emerging force’ drafted in to face Six Nations opponent
Louis Chapman Coombe 09 Oct 2025

Samoa pull out of November Test as ‘exciting and fast-emerging force’ drafted in to face Six Nations opponent

This comes following the two sides' World Cup play-off tie last month.

Internationals
Mat Rogers’ advice to Rugby Australia about ex-Wallaby who ‘is an out and out talent’
David Skippers 09 Oct 2025

Mat Rogers’ advice to Rugby Australia about ex-Wallaby who ‘is an out and out talent’

Former Wallabies full-back Mat Rogers has given his verdict on Rugby Australia's efforts to lure code hopper Carter Gordon back to the 15-a-side game.

Australia
PREM teams: Major call on England star made as British and Irish Lions forward returns
Louis Chapman Coombe 09 Oct 2025

PREM teams: Major call on England star made as British and Irish Lions forward returns

The teams for Friday night's PREM clash are in!

Premiership
URC team news: How to watch Round Three, kick-off times and match officials
Adam Kyriacou 09 Oct 2025

URC team news: How to watch Round Three, kick-off times and match officials

We bring you the team news, how to watch and much more ahead of Round Three of the United Rugby Championship season.

United Rugby Championship
England star not ‘forcing’ position switch as key factors behind move outlined
Louis Chapman Coombe 09 Oct 2025

England star not ‘forcing’ position switch as key factors behind move outlined

Tommy Freeman previously admitted he is looking to play more in the centres this season.

Northampton Saints
All Blacks legend reveals the Rassie Erasmus ploy which Scott Robertson is copying
David Skippers 09 Oct 2025

All Blacks legend reveals the Rassie Erasmus ploy which Scott Robertson is copying

Former New Zealand number eight Murray Mexted has opened up on how All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson is copying a ploy used by Springboks boss Rassie Erasmus.

New Zealand
British and Irish Lions star to return as Harlequins boss reflects on ‘whirlwind’ new role
Jack Tunney 09 Oct 2025

British and Irish Lions star to return as Harlequins boss reflects on ‘whirlwind’ new role

After a challenging opening couple of weekends in the Prem for Harlequins, changes are on the horizon for the West-London club.

Harlequins
England star opens up on contract ‘priority’ amid R360 links with Test milestones ‘to tick off’
Louis Chapman Coombe 09 Oct 2025

England star opens up on contract ‘priority’ amid R360 links with Test milestones ‘to tick off’

Fin Smith penned a new multi-year deal with Northampton Saints last week, amid speculation of an exit at the end of the season.

Northampton Saints
Fin Smith, George Ford or Marcus Smith? Panel of experts weigh up Steve Borthwick’s ‘biggest selection decision’
Alex Spink 09 Oct 2025

Fin Smith, George Ford or Marcus Smith? Panel of experts weigh up Steve Borthwick’s ‘biggest selection decision’

It is an enviable position for England boss Steve Borthwick, except that he has a major selection headache likely to be keeping him awake at night.

England
Ex-All Blacks coach reveals ‘mental lapse’ as part of the reason why New Zealand are behind Springboks
David Skippers 08 Oct 2025

Ex-All Blacks coach reveals ‘mental lapse’ as part of the reason why New Zealand are behind Springboks

Former New Zealand head coach Laurie Mains has given his verdict on how how much better the Springboks are than the All Blacks.

New Zealand
British and Irish Lions stars set for PREM return while England ace to be ‘slow-walked’ after an ‘annus horribilis’
Louis Chapman Coombe 08 Oct 2025

British and Irish Lions stars set for PREM return while England ace to be ‘slow-walked’ after an ‘annus horribilis’

Northampton have been plagued with various unavailabilities this year, but they look set to see some of their key men back in action this weekend.

Northampton Saints
Numbers don’t lie: Ex-Highlanders prop to add efficiency and physical edge to Major League Rugby champions’ engine room
Joe Harvey 08 Oct 2025

Numbers don’t lie: Ex-Highlanders prop to add efficiency and physical edge to Major League Rugby champions’ engine room

Three-time Major League Rugby champions the New England Free Jacks have recruited the highly rated Pingi Tala'apitaga to join their coaching staff.

USA
Five rugby league players the RFU should try to convert to union including the ‘English Suaalii’
Jack Tunney 08 Oct 2025

Five rugby league players the RFU should try to convert to union including the ‘English Suaalii’

Here are five players that the RFU should approach to make the switch to union.

England
England coach target has ‘nothing on the table’ despite PREM boss’ ‘talk’ with Steve Borthwick
Louis Chapman Coombe 08 Oct 2025

England coach target has ‘nothing on the table’ despite PREM boss’ ‘talk’ with Steve Borthwick

The defence guru has earned high plaudits since taking over the role in November last year.

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