London Irish

Champions Cup quarter-final dates, kick-off times and TV coverage announced

EPCR has announced the exact dates, kick-off times and broadcast coverage of the Heineken Champions Cup quarter-final matches.     The elite last eight in the Champions Cup gets underway...

Philip van der Walt extends Newcastle Falcons contract

Back-five forward Philip van der Walt has joined the list of players committing to Newcastle Falcons, signing a three-year extension with the Kingston Park club.   The 31-year-old has made 32 appearances...

Challenge Cup – quarter-final fixtures confirmed

Following the conclusion of the EPCR Challenge Cup Round of 16, the fixtures for the quarter-final matches on the weekend of 6/7/8 May are now confirmed.   Please note that the exact dates,...

HIGHLIGHTS: London Irish v Castres Olympique

What happens if the aggregate scores are level in the second leg of the round of 16?

Ahead of this weekend’s decisive matches in the Heineken Champions Cup Round of 16 2nd leg and in the EPCR Challenge Cup Round of 16, here is a reminder of the extra time protocol.     If...

EPCR Round of 16 referee appointments

With the knockout stages of European club rugby set to further intensify this weekend, EPCR can announce the referee appointments for the Heineken Champions Cup Round of 16 2nd leg fixtures as well as...

Sean O'Brien set to retire at the end of the 2021/22 campaign

London Irish can confirm Sean O'Brien is set to retire from rugby at the end of the 2021/22 season.   The back-row forward will bring a storied 14-year career to a conclusion this summer after two-and-a-half...

Quartet of Saints to depart Northampton this summer

Northampton Saints have confirmed that Ahsee Tuala, Api Ratuniyarawa, Piers Francis and Taqele Naiyaravoro will depart the Club this summer.   The experienced quartet have 23 seasons and over 400...

Jonathan Joseph turns down overseas interest to stay at Bath

England and British and Irish Lions centre Jonathan Joseph has signed a contract extension with Bath, turning down a potential move to the Top 14.   Multiple reports linked Joseph with a move...

Wasps Sign Ireland International Prop John Ryan

Wasps have confirmed the signing of Ireland international prop John Ryan, who will join the Club next season from Munster Rugby.   The 24-time capped international has appeared nearly...