Rugby Union

Former Ireland and Lions prop Syd Millar dies aged 89

Former Ireland and Lions prop Syd Millar dies aged 89… with World Rugby chairman Sir Bill Beaumont leading tributes to ‘a giant of the game’ Syd Millar started his playing career with local club Ballymena He was capped 37 times for Ireland and made nine Test appearances for Lions He coached the Lions on their undefeated […]

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Henry Arundell will be ineligible for England until 2026

Henry Arundell will be ineligible for England until 2026 under RFU rules on foreign-based players after signing new contract with Racing 92 in France Arundell is one of English rugby’s brightest prospects but will remain in France RFU rules state players outside England can’t represent the national team Arundell moved to Paris following the demise […]

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Bulls 27-16 Saracens: Owen Farrell booed in Bulls charge

Bulls 27-16 Saracens: Owen Farrell booed in Bulls charge in balmy Pretoria… with Billy Vunipola seeing red Farrell has been booed by fans for a number of month including at World Cup He has recently taken a break from international rugby to prioritise well-being England’s Billy Vunipola was sent off in the second half for […]