Frontrunners’ defeats hint at twists and turns to come in Prem Rugby finale Northampton and Bath were well beaten over the weekend: will Leicester or Exeter force themselves into the top two? The Guardian - UK · May 12
William praises Wales rugby great Leigh Halfpenny’s ‘outstanding career’ The 37-year-old full-back’s retirement at the end of the season prompted a personal message from the Prince of Wales. Evening Standard · May 7
Wales and British and Irish Lions great Leigh Halfpenny retires from rugby Halfpenny won 101 caps for Wales and made four Test appearances for the Lions The Independent UK · May 5
Welsh wipeout in Lions squad for first time since 1896 reflects sorry decline There will not be a Welsh player in the Lions’ match-day squad for the first time since the 19th century The Guardian - UK · Jul 17, 2025
Just for kicks, the top 10 rugby union sharp shooters of the past 30 years As the season finale draws near, we nominate 10 goal-kickers you can count on when the pressure cranks up The Guardian - UK · Apr 22, 2025
Marcus Smith adopts military breathing technique to improve his goal kicking Marcus Smith has adopted a military breathing technique and sought advice from Jonny Wilkinson after goal kicking woes on England duty last summer The Guardian - UK · Oct 22, 2024
Saints hang on for victory over Chiefs despite late Feyi-Waboso double Northampton resisted a plucky final-quarter fightback from the young guns of Exeter Chiefs to get their title defence on track with a 30-24 win The Guardian - UK · Sep 28, 2024
George Ford proves the difference in narrow victory for Sale against Harlequins The Premiership new season kicked off this weekend, but it was an attritional affair in Salford The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2024
Late George Ford kick sinks Harlequins in Sale’s opening weekend win Ford was at his influential best and proved the difference between the two sides to guide Sale to a 12-11 victory over Harlequins The Guardian - UK · Sep 22, 2024
Joe Marler faces race to be fit for England’s autumn internationals Marler broke his foot in the summer. The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2024
Harlequins lure Welsh prop Wyn Jones ahead of new season Signing follows surprise addition of Leigh Halfpenny Evening Standard · Jul 31, 2024
Harlequins confirm surprise signing of Leigh Halfpenny In a transfer coup, the Wales star has made the switch to Twickenham Evening Standard · Jul 31, 2024
Crusaders blood a Lion as Reds eye 25-year first Former British and Irish Lions fullback Leigh Halfpenny will make his Crusaders debut as they look to continue a 25-year Christchurch stranglehold on the Reds. AAP · May 3, 2024
Warren Gatland asks for patience as Wales build new generation of players Alun Wyn Jones, Justin Tipuric and Leigh Halfpenny are among the experienced names to announce their international retirement this year. The Independent UK · Nov 5, 2023
The Independent UK · Nov 4, 2023 Welsh rugby bids fond farewell to celebrated trio with 352 caps between them Alun Wyn Jones, Justin Tipuric and Leigh Halfpenny had a rousing send off in Wales’ 49-26 win over the Barbarians.
The Independent UK · Nov 4, 2023 Much-capped Wales trio given rousing send-off in victory over Barbarians Leigh Halfpenny landed five conversions for Wales in a 49-26 win while Alun Wyn Jones captained a Barbarians side featuring Justin Tipuric.
The Independent UK · Nov 3, 2023 George North not thinking about international retirement Centre has won 118 caps and scored 47 tries for Wales.
The Independent UK · Nov 3, 2023 Warren Gatland urges Wales players to stake claim for Six Nations spot Cardiff clash will pay tribute to trio of Wales international stars.
The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2023 Leigh Halfpenny has ‘an exciting challenge’ awaiting him after Wales retirement New Zealand Super Rugby heavyweights Crusaders could be his next port of call.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 2, 2023 Wayne Barnes announces retirement after refereeing Rugby World Cup final The 44-year-old’s officiated in 111 Tests and he said it was ‘clearly the right time’ for him to retire after overseeing the match between New Zealand and South Africa
The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2023 Jac Morgan captains Wales as Leigh Halfpenny prepares for swansong against Barbarians The encounter in Cardiff is a tribute to Wales’ record cap holder Alun Wyn Jones following his retirement from Test rugby in May
The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2023 Leigh Halfpenny says final Wales appearance will be ‘pretty special’ The 34-year-old is expected to continue his career in Japan.
Evening Standard · Oct 25, 2023 Wales legend Leigh Halfpenny announces international retirement The full-back's last game for his country will be in next week's match against the Barbarians in Cardiff
The Independent UK · Oct 25, 2023 Leigh Halfpenny announces international retirement after 101 caps for Wales Halfpenny will retire after winning 101 caps and scoring 801 points in a Wales shirt.
The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2023 Louis Rees-Zammit says Wales have ‘a lot to improve’ when they face Portugal Wales aiming to back up Fiji success with victory over Portugal.