Rugby News

The new Aviva Stadium stages its first game with a Leinster/Ulster side cruising to a 68-0 win over a Munster/Connacht selection.

New Zealand produce a commanding display to hammer Australia 49-28 in Melbourne and take charge of the Tri-Nations.

Notts County owner Ray Trew takes ownership of Nottingham Rugby Club, reports BBC Radio Nottingham.

Jason Robinson says his love of rugby union is the reason he has come out of retirement at the age of 36.

Sale Sharks sign lock Nic Rouse from Championship side Nottingham.

Gloucester appoint Allan Lewis, who remains as head coach of Hartpury College, as the club's new academy director.

Leicester Tigers scrum-half Ben Youngs says the summer tour with England has made him a better player.

Ospreys coaching chief Scott Johnson says the door is open for Gavin Henson to talk about a return to rugby with the region.

One year after Japan is awarded RWC 2019, preparations are boosted by full cross-party and business sector support to ensure a successful tournament.

Edinburgh's openside flanker Roddy Grant says he is "honoured" to be named as the club's new captain.

The July edition of TWENTY11 - the official Rugby World Cup 2011 newsletter - is out now.