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Mass Exodus of SA Rugby Players

1 decade ago by Brenden Nel

According Brendan Nel writing for Supersport.com, at least 45 South African players have been confirmed to be moving overseas.   As the South African Rand weakens, international offers have become...

Pivac ready for toughest of Euro challenges

1 decade ago by Welsh Regions News

The Scarlets have been handed one of the toughest pool assignments in the history of the Champions Cup after being drawn in the same group as the winners of the last four seasons, reigning champions Saracens...

Scarlets recruit Richard Smith from Cardiff Blues

1 decade ago by BBC Rugby News

Former Wales Sevens versatile outside back Richard Smith joins Scarlets from Pro12 rivals Cardiff Blues.

Andrew Coombs Confirms Retirement from Rugby

1 decade ago by Newport Gwent Dragons

Newport Gwent Dragons Lock Andrew Coombs has announced his retirement from rugby with immediate effect.   Coombs has suffered a 14-month layoff with a serious knee injury, which was sustained after...

Lou Reed: Sale Sharks sign ex-Cardiff Blues and Wales second-row

1 decade ago by BBC Rugby News

Premiership side Sale Sharks sign Cardiff Blues and Wales second-row Lou Reed on a two-year deal.

England tour: Is captaincy overrated?

1 decade ago by Rugby World

Dylan Hartley’s captaincy has been a fundamental part of England’s revival under Eddie Jones – what makes a good captain or is it all a load of hokum?Leading from the front: Dylan Hartley has been...

Patchell relishing whirlwind call-up for Wales

1 decade ago by Cardiff Blues news

Scarlets' new signing Rhys Patchell admitted he's enjoyed a whirlwind few days after being named in the starting XV for Wales' second Test against New Zealand just days after landing in the country.

Wales rookie's mad dash to face All Blacks

1 decade ago by Rugby 365

REACTION: Rhys Patchell expected to watch Wales's second Test against the All Blacks on television in Cardiff.

Japan to face Georgia, Wales in tests

1 decade ago by Super Sport.com

Japan's rugby team will begin their northern hemisphere tour against Georgia in Tbilisi on November 12, before facing Wales in Cardiff a week later, the Japan Rugby Football Union announced.

Japan announces end of the year tour

1 decade ago by Japan Rugby

The Japan Rugby Football Union announced the game dates for the Brave Blossoms' November tour today.   The tour, the first under new coach Jamie Joseph, opens on November 12 in Tbilisi with a test...