The Emirates Western Force have withdrawn from talks with James O’Connor’s management after further intensive negotiations failed to find common ground on contract length and remuneration. RugbyWA was advised by…
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Saints line up challenging pre-season schedule
Northampton Saints today announced a challenging pre-season programme ahead of the 2011/12 Aviva Premiership Rugby and Heineken Cup campaigns. During August the Saints will take on the reigning European champions,…
Short seals Chiefs switch
Exeter Chiefs have added their eighth new signing of the summer with the capture of second row Peter Short from Aviva Premiership counterparts Bath Rugby. The 31-year-old forward has agreed…
Indefinite leave for Berrick Barnes
Waratahs and Wallaby back Berrick Barnes will take an extended break from Rugby commencing immediately. Barnes has been suffering from footballers’ migraines in recent weeks and has spent a number…
Michael Cheika charged with misconduct
Following an investigation by the ERC Disciplinary Officer, Roger O’Connor a number of misconduct complaints have been brought against Michael Cheika, the Stade Français Paris Director of Rugby, in relation…
O’Connor ends Super Rugby season with suspension
Emirates Western Force back James O’Connor will miss the club’s final match of the season against the Rebels in Melbourne on Friday night after being suspended at a SANZAR hearing.…
Super 15 qualifiers – how they are determined!
SANZAR has clarified how the Super Rugby Finals Series qualifiers will be decided in the event that two or more teams finish the Super Rugby regular season on equal log…
Mike Phillips’ search for a club looks to be over
Wales scrum-half Mike Phillips three-month search for a new club looks to be over as he is on the verge of joining Top 14 side, Bayonne. From the moment Byron…
Butch James could be banned for high tackle
Butch James’ Super 15 season at the Golden Lions could be ended by a ban after he was cited for a high tackle in Saturday’s 30-30 draw with the Sharks.…
Warriors announce pre-season fixtures
Worcester Warriors have today announced the club’s pre-season schedule ahead of the return to the Aviva Premiership – that includes a double header against West Country talent from the RFU…