Rugby News

The Australian Rugby Union agrees in principle to a new rule that will allow its Super 14 sides to sign overseas stars as early as next season.

Former New Zealand star Sonny Bill Williams says his controversial switch to rugby union was just financial "common sense".

Bath have appointed England international flanker Michael Lipman as their new captain, with Alex Crockett club captain.

"This is a real shame. The games Lloyd played he really added something different" - HK

Scrummaging guru Graham Rowntree is promoted to the senior England coaching team.

Toby Booth makes Samoan international centre Elvis Seveali'i his first signing as head coach of London Irish.

Ospreys hold talks to sign New Zealand A scrum-half Jamie Nutbrown on a two-year deal.

Former Ireland coach Eddie O'Sullivan agrees a short-term deal to work as a consultant with a number of colleges in the US.

Gloucester centre Leon Lloyd is forced to retire after failing to recover from a serious knee injury.

"I think Sarries will challenge this year. some top signings and a great coach" - AM

Saracens sign South African centre Brad Barritt on a three-year contract.

Flanker John Muldoon has been named as the Connacht captain for the new season.

Saracens look set to sign South African centre Brad Barritt on a three-year contract.

England manager Martin Johnson adds team doctor Mike Bundy and team operations manager Rob Burgess to his backroom staff.

Former New Zealand hooker Tom Willis becomes Newport Gwent Dragons skipper.

Ireland coach Declan Kidney adds Alan Gaffney and Mark Tainton to the Ireland coaching staff.

Ex-chief executive Steve Lewis wants clubs' backing for a place on the WRU board.