Shadow sports minister unhappy over RFU not renewing women’s team contracts
The shadow sports minister has expressed her "deep concern" at the R ugby Football Union's decision not to renew the contracts of England women's 15-a-side game players.
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Rugby Football Union clarifies how it pays elite women’s players
The Rugby Football Union has clarified how it pays elite women's players following reports England contracts will not be renewed after the forthcoming World Cup.
Welsh rugby referee Nigel Owens reveals ongoing bulimia battle
Welsh rugby union referee Nigel Owens has revealed he has been battling an eating disorder for almost three decades.
Dylan Hartley signs new contract with Northampton
England captain Dylan Hartley has signed a new contract with Northampton and has been reappointed as the Premiership club's skipper.
Richard Cockerill plans to drill into the detail to improve results at Edinburgh
New Edinburgh head coach Richard Cockerill has vowed to drive up standards all over the club - from the canteen to the pitch.
Aberdeen Warriors fold after seven seasons due to “lack of support” from league organisers
Aberdeen Warriors have announced they will fold after seven trophy-laden seasons due to "lack of support" from league organisers.
Sinckler did nothing wrong – Warburton
British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton has defended Kyle Sinckler following his arrest by New Zealand police by stating the England prop did "absolutely nothing wrong".
Warburton happy but admits New Zealand still world’s best
Sam Warburton reflected on a successful British and Irish Lions tour upon the squad's return home, but still acclaimed New Zealand as the world's finest team.
Edinburgh extend Myreside move
Edinburgh will continue playing the majority of their home games at Myreside for the next three years, the capital club has announced.
Kyle Sinckler apologises after arrest during Auckland night out
British and Irish Lions prop Kyle Sinckler has apologised for "any inconvenience caused" after he was arrested during a night out in Auckland at the weekend.
England rule out release of players for Barbarians match
England have ruled out the possibility of releasing players for the Barbarians' fixture against New Zealand on November 4.
Any other coach might not have drawn series, says Lions boss Warren Gatland
Warren Gatland believes he might be the only coach who could have guided the British and Irish Lions to their Test series draw with New Zealand.
Lions captain Sam Warburton: I was expecting extra-time at end of drawn Test
British and Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton has revealed he was "ready for 20 minutes of extra-time" at the dramatic third Test conclusion against world champions New Zealand.
British and Irish Lions – Story of the Tour
The British and Irish Lions held back-to-back world champions New Zealand to a Test series draw in a hugely-impressive 2017 tour. Here, Press Association Sport runs the rule over the six weeks spent battling the All Blacks by Warren Gatland's squad.
John Spencer hails Warren Gatland as ‘best coach in the world’
Warren Gatland has been hailed as the world's best head coach by British and Irish Lions tour manager John Spencer.
John Spencer: More preparation and the Lions could have beaten New Zealand
John Spencer has insisted the British and Irish Lions would have won their Test series in New Zealand with just one more week's preparation.
Lions fly-half Owen Farrell reflects on ‘weird’ end to Test series
Owen Farrell was left to reflect on the "weird" feeling of a drawn Test series after his late penalty denied world champions New Zealand victory at Eden Park.
Jonathan Davies ‘chuffed to bits’ with Lions players’ player award
Jonathan Davies admitted he was "chuffed to bits" to be named the British and Irish Lions players' player of the tour for 2017.
Warren Gatland backs idea of autumn Lions-New Zealand rematch at Twickenham
Warren Gatland has admitted he would relish a British and Irish Lions rematch with New Zealand at Twickenham in November.
New Zealand v British and Irish Lions – story of the match
Owen Farrell kicked a penalty two minutes from time as the British and Irish Lions claimed a dramatic 15-15 draw against world champions New Zealand at Eden Park.
McGeechan hails tour as a success and sees strong future for Lions
Former coach Sir Ian McGeechan believes the British and Irish Lions will view their tour to New Zealand as a big success after sharing a dramatic Test series draw with the All Blacks.
Lions hold New Zealand to dramatic draw as Test series finishes all square
Owen Farrell kicked a penalty two minutes from time as the British and Irish Lions claimed a dramatic 15-15 draw against world champions New Zealand at Eden Park.
Sean O’Brien chasing ‘ultimate’ prize of Test series triumph in New Zealand
Sean O'Brien is ready for the biggest game of his career on Saturday as he chases rugby's "ultimate" achievement - a Test series win in New Zealand.
Sean Maitland wants to see Lions join ‘immortals’ by beating New Zealand
Sean Maitland has urged the British and Irish Lions to join rugby's immortals by inflicting a defeat on the All Blacks that will send New Zealand into mourning.
Exeter to kick off Premiership title defence with Gloucester derby
Exeter will begin the defence of their Aviva Premiership title in a west country derby against Gloucester at Kingsholm on Friday, September 1.
Lions do not need extra motivation for third Test says Rob Howley
The British and Irish Lions have the "glint" of victory in their eyes and need no inspiration from elder statesmen for Saturday's Test series decider with New Zealand, according to Rob Howley.
Elliot Daly backs British and Irish Lions to cut loose in deciding Test
Elliot Daly believes the British and Irish Lions' backline full of playmakers has the fluidity to cut open New Zealand in Saturday's Test series decider.
Rob Howley backs Alun Wyn Jones to inspire Lions to victory
Alun Wyn Jones' "magic" achievement of nine consecutive British and Irish Lions Test matches can inspire a stunning series victory over New Zealand, according to Rob Howley.
Gatland: Lions have played excellent rugby and should leave NZ with respect
Warren Gatland would like to think the British and Irish Lions can leave New Zealand next week with respect and believes there is "another level" in them for Saturday's Test series decider.
Beauden Barrett excited to play alongside All Black brother Jordie
Beauden Barrett is relishing the "awesome" prospect of lining up in the same New Zealand team as his brother Jordie.
Warren Gatland: Deciding Test will not define coaching career
Warren Gatland has insisted the British and Irish Lions' series decider with New Zealand will not define his coaching career in a bid to heap pressure on the All Blacks.
New Zealand boss Steve Hansen: It’s only a game of rugby
New Zealand boss Steve Hansen has put pressure into perspective ahead of Saturday's Test series decider against the British and Irish Lions.
