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Franco Smith disappointed as Glasgow Warriors edged out by Bulls in URC semi-final

Smith admitted Glasgow lost their way as the Bulls came on strong to end their United Rugby Championship hopes in Saturday’s semi-final at…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 6

Gregor Townsend transformed Scotland’s Calcutta Cup fortunes – now England could hasten his end

Townsend boasts a remarkable record against the Auld Enemy – but a damaging defeat this weekend would heighten growing scrutiny over his position

The Independent UK · Feb 12

Test rugby coaches have a shelf life and Townsend must know he’s near the end

As pressure builds before a must-win Calcutta Cup, the Scotland coach may well have reached the point of diminishing returns after nine years in the job

The Guardian - UK · Feb 10

Zander Fagerson among Scots battling to be fit ahead of Lions squad announcement

There had been a general expectation that this year’s tour of Australia would include the largest contingent of Scots ever selected for Lions duty.

The Independent UK · Apr 24, 2025

Marcus Smith vs Sam Prendergast and five things to watch as the Champions Cup knockout stages begin

The two playmakers and Lions hopefuls go head-to-head in Dublin in the Investec Champions Cup last-16

The Independent UK · Apr 4, 2025

England’s luck finally turns to end Calcutta Cup misery as Finn Russell suffers late agony

England 16-15 Scotland: Russell’s late conversion drifted wide as England held on for a dramatic Calcutta Cup victory for the first time in five years

The Independent UK · Feb 22, 2025

England and Scotland face new pressures in transformed Calcutta Cup rivalry

Scotland have never beaten the Auld Enemy five times in a row but stand on the brink of history as they travel to Twickenham

The Independent UK · Feb 21, 2025

Glasgow Warriors boss addresses speculation about return to international management

Glasgow Warriors boss addresses speculation about return to international management

The National (Scotland) · Feb 16, 2025

6 contenders to succeed Warren Gatland as Wales boss

The Welsh Rugby Union has begun its quest to find the New Zealander’s successor.

The Independent UK · Feb 11, 2025

Warren Gatland news LIVE: Interim Wales coach Matt Sherratt speaks for first time after Gatland exit

Gatland has endured a dire second spell in charge of Wales, with the team on a record 14-game losing streak

The Independent UK · Feb 11, 2025