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Le Plaisir du Mouvement: A New Future for Rugby?

Could Pierre Villepreux’s Le Plaisir du Mouvement philosophy help make youth rugby safer, improve player retention and revive grassroots rugby in England?

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Maro Itoje

"End is nigh" - Maro Itoje signs new Saracens deal with shock retirement date already set

England captain Maro Itoje has agreed a new Saracens deal, with his planned retirement date now firmly in sight.

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10 sets of rugby brothers who represent different nations – including England and Thailand

Two brothers. Two countries. One very awkward family reunion. Rugby has produced some famous brothers over the years. But not all of them have worn the same international shirt. Some have played again...

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Springbok talent's switch to Ireland officially ruled out

Reports suggesting Jonathan Roche is considering a switch to Ireland have been dismissed by Stormers director of rugby John Dobson.

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Andy Farrell snubs former England international despite Ireland switch eligibility

Andy Farrell could name former England international Kieran Brookes in his Ireland squad for the Nations Championship when it is announced later today.

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South Africa suffer major Cheslin Kolbe blow ahead of Nations Championship

Cheslin Kolbe has been ruled out of South Africa’s Nations Championship campaign after suffering a broken jaw during the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour.

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Ellie Kildunne has been dropped by England – here's why

England head coach John Mitchell has dropped Ellie Kildunne to the bench for the Red Roses' clash with Canada in Ottawa. The shock call comes after England suffered their first defeat in four years. C...

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CONFIRMED: France poach former South Africa wonderkid ahead of 2027 Rugby World Cup

France are set to include a former South Africa Under-20 international in their Nations Championship squad.

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Italy star Tommaso Menoncello stood down with immediate effect

Tommaso Menoncello is set to miss Italy’s Nations Championship campaign after suffering a shoulder injury against Exeter Chiefs.

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Former All Blacks star confirms Ireland ambition after signing new deal

Alex Nankivell could become the latest New Zealand-born player to represent Ireland after signing a two-year contract extension with Munster.

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