Former Wales and Aberavon wing John Collins dies aged 86
9 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsTen-times-capped Wales wing John Collins, a try-scorer on his Test debut against Australia, has died at the age of 86.
Francois van Wyk: Northampton Saints sign prop from Western Force
9 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsNorthampton Saints sign prop Francois van Wyk for the 2017-18 season from Super Rugby side Western Force.
Draw announced for 2019 World Cup in Japan
9 years ago by Talking Rugby UnionWorld Rugby on Wednesday has confirmed the draw for the 2019 World Cup to be played in Japan with England grouped along with France and Argentina in Pool C.
European Challenge Cup final: Gloucester's Matt Scott eyes Murrayfield win
9 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsGloucester centre Matt Scott says a Challenge Cup final appearance at Murrayfield will have justified his move south.
England drawn with France and Argentina in 2019 World Cup pool
9 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsEngland are drawn with France and Argentina in a tough pool for the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan plus Scotland and Ireland are in Pool A.
Steffon Armitage included in Barbarians squad to face England
9 years ago by Talking Rugby UnionFormer England international Steffon Armitage will line up for Barbarians when they take on Eddie Jones' men in the Old Mutual Wealth Cup match at Twickenham on 28th May.
Toby Flood rejoins Newcastle Falcons
9 years ago by Talking Rugby UnionNewcastle Falcons have confirmed the rejoining of England international Toby Flood ahead of the 2017/18 season.
South Africa to bid for 2023 World Cup after government lifts ban
9 years ago by Talking Rugby UnionSouth Africa's hopes of staging the 2023 Rugby World Cup received a shot in the arm after the government decided to lift the ban on hosting major sports events.
WRU in 'embryonic' talks over temporary Cardiff Blues takeover
9 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsWelsh Rugby Union chief executive Martyn Phillips says "embryonic" talks are underway over the possibility it taking over Cardiff Blues.
Toby Flood: Newcastle Falcons re-sign fly-half from Toulouse
9 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsNewcastle Falcons re-sign their former academy graduate Toby Flood from French side Toulouse.
