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Friday's Premiership line ups

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The 2020/21 Premiership season kicks off on Friday 20 November with the opening two games seeing Harlequins host the defending champions Exeter at the Stoop while Sale Sharks host Northampton Saints...

Rugby union biggest winner in sport's £300m 'winter survival package'

5 years ago by The Guardian

Bailout loans and grants plan unveiled for EnglandTen other sports, including greyhounds, get cashThe government has confirmed £300m in emergency funding for spectator sports in England, with rugby union...

James Botham debuts for Wales against Georgia in Autumn Nations clash

5 years ago by The Guardian

Ian Botham’s grandson in teams for Saturday’s matchCardiff Blues flanker played just 13 professional gamesJames Botham – grandson of England cricket great Sir Ian Botham – will makes his Wales...

Exeter's Rob Baxter: 'If we slip back it will take the polish off a fantastic season'

5 years ago by The Guardian

Chiefs’ director of rugby on the club’s phenomenal success and the prospect of succeeding Eddie Jones as England coach“Definitely,” Rob Baxter says with a steely edge when asked if he feels as...

Jonathan Joseph fit to face Ireland but Ford has to settle for place on bench

5 years ago by The Guardian

Four changes for Saturday’s Autumn Nations Cup clashCurry, Underhill, Mako Vunipola and Sinckler all backJonathan Joseph has recovered from a back injury to take his place on the wing in England’s...

England Team To Face Ireland

5 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Eddie Jones has named his team for England’s Quilter International against Ireland this weekend. England will host Ireland at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday (3pm KO) as they look to build on their...