Tonight's rugby news as Brian O'Driscoll so impressed by Wales star and Wasps players all lose jobs immediately The latest rugby headlines and news bulletins from Wales and beyond Wales Online · Oct 17, 2022
Today's rugby news as Wales star 'wreaks havoc' in perfect display and English club rubbish Wasps merger The latest rugby headlines and news bulletins from Wales and beyond Wales Online · Oct 17, 2022
RFU consider 'nuclear' option of bringing central contracts to negotiating table “There are certain phrases which are like nuclear buttons and the phrase ‘central contracts’ tends to have that nuclear effect. But those around the table weren’t part of the old days when there was animosity between club and country. This is a fresh set of eyes that are looking at… Daily Mirror · Oct 16, 2022
RFU chief thinks central contracts could be on table in face of financial crisis The plight of Worcester and Wasps has seen the spotlight fall on the future of English club rugby. The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2022
RFU chief Bill Sweeney backs reduced Premiership to help solve financial crisis The financial plight of Worcester and Wasps has seen the spotlight fall on the future of English club rugby The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2022
Worcester placed in administration as interested party tells club to "strap in tight" Worcester Warriors were suspended from all competitions after failing to meet a 5pm deadline to show they had insurance cover, had paid staff and had a "credible" plan to take the club forward Daily Mirror · Sep 27, 2022
Eddie Jones reprimanded by RFU over attack on ‘closeted’ players from private schools Eddie Jones took aim at private schools in an interview over the weekend, insisting the current system in place affects the quality of players ultimately produced to play for England Daily Mirror · Aug 10, 2022
Today's rugby news as All Blacks axe former Scarlets and Swansea bosses as New Zealand captain Sam Cane 'not good enough for Italy team' The latest rugby headlines and news bulletins from Wales and the rest of the world Wales Online · Jul 24, 2022
Rugby authorities to seek racism feedback in wake of Luther Burrell allegations The 32-year-old said racism was “rife” within rugby. The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2022
RFU launches investigation after Luther Burrell’s racism in rugby revelations The Rugby Football Union has launched an investigation after the former England centre Luther Burrell’s revelations last month about racism in rugby union The Guardian - UK · Jul 23, 2022
Bill Sweeney confident of England’s World Cup chances are series win over Australia RFU Chief Executive Bill Sweeney feels Eddie Jones’ England team are “on track” for next year’s World Cup after a series win in Australia. Evening Standard · Jul 22, 2022
Today's rugby headlines as Eddie Jones 'wounded' by traitor sledge and All Blacks' move for Scarlets coach branded 'laughable' Jones was involved in a small altercation with a fan following the conclusion of England's tour in Australia, in which he was branded a 'traitor' Wales Online · Jul 22, 2022
England Rugby back Club World Cup in hope to create Ryder Cup-style rivalry English Rugby has offered its public support for a proposed Club World Cup, with RFU Chief Executive Bill Sweeney describing it as a “very good idea”, and hoping it can encourage a rivalry reminiscent of the Ryder Cup between the two hemispheres. Evening Standard · Jul 21, 2022
Tonight's rugby news as English giants ready to turn to young Welsh duo and England boss makes statement on Eddie Jones The latest rugby headlines and news bulletins from Wales and the rest of the world Wales Online · Jul 21, 2022
The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2022 Ryder Cup-style Club World Cup gets RFU backing Bill Sweeney has given his backing to the proposed new competition between the cream of the northern and southern hemispheres
The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2022 Eddie Jones backed to lead England at 2023 World Cup by RFU chief Jones eased mounting pressure on his position by masterminding a series win over Australia
The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2022 Eddie Jones backed to lead England at World Cup by RFU chief Bill Sweeney The Australian eased mounting pressure on his position by masterminding a series win over his native country.
Wales Online · Jun 27, 2022 Today's rugby news as Warburton backs Wales to stun Springboks and All Blacks call in Schmidt amid crisis The latest rugby news from Wales and around the world
The Independent UK · Jun 26, 2022 Luther Burrell claims racism is ‘rife’ in rugby: ‘That’s the environment’ The former England centre opened up about receiving comments about bananas, fried chicken and slavery and being greeted with a racial slur
Evening Standard · Jun 24, 2022 Eddie Jones taking different direction as final England chapter begins with tough Australia tour Eddie Jones and England have arrived in Australia for a tour that will not, as much as many fans and pundits think it should, decide his future as head coach.
Wales Online · May 3, 2022 Rugby evening headlines as Wales star's career still in balance and boss suffers pulmonary embolism The latest rugby news stories from Wales and the wider world today
Daily Mirror · May 3, 2022 Tom Youngs reveals emotional team talk which fired up Leicester for double bid "You don’t realise how cruel life can be sometimes, so you have to enjoy those moments"
The Guardian - UK · May 3, 2022 RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney recovering after pulmonary embolism The Rugby Football Union chief executive, Bill Sweeney, is in hospital after suffering a pulmonary embolism
The Independent UK · May 3, 2022 RFU chief Bill Sweeney recovering in hospital after pulmonary embolism A governing body statement says he is ‘expected to make a full recovery’
Evening Standard · May 3, 2022 Bill Sweeney: RFU chief executive in hospital after suffering pulmonary embolism Bill Sweeney, the Rugby Football Union’s (RFU) chief executive, will take time off work in the coming weeks having been admitted to hospital on Friday to be treated for a pulmonary embolism.