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Dodson's Scottish Rugby exit 'entirely my decision'
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Friday, 12 January 2024 05:20
Mark Dodson says he has not come under internal pressure to leave Scottish Rugby and his exit as chief executive this summer is "entirely my decision".The 63-year-old has faced criticism for his handling of the Siobhan Cattigan tragedy and the financial performance of the union, which posted a 10.5m loss for the last financial year.However, Dodson says he is ending…
Mako Vunipola announces England retirement
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Friday, 12 January 2024 09:39
England and Saracens prop Mako Vunipola has announced his retirement from international rugby.He made his Test debut against Fiji in November 2012 and won 79 England caps.The three-time British and Irish Lions tourist was ruled out of England's 2023 World Cup squad with a back problem and says "the time has come to step away"."It's been an honour to have…
Listen: European Champions & Challenge Cup commentaries
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Thursday, 11 January 2024 14:00
Champions & Challenge Cup LIVE: Northampton v Bayonne, Newcastle v Benetton & Ospreys v Perpignan score & commentary - Live - BBC Sport A-Z SportsMore from Sport SummaryUse the audio icons at the top of the page to listen to BBC radio commentariesChampions Cup: Northampton Saints v Bayonne - BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra & BBC Radio NorthamptonChallenge Cup: Newcastle…
RFU 'playing God' over Championship proposals
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Thursday, 11 January 2024 00:24
Coventry chief executive Nick Johnston says the Rugby Football Union (RFU) is "playing God with people's wellbeing".They have concerns over promotion and relegation to and from the league.Clubs say the RFU has threatened them with "effective relegation to the National Leagues" if they do not sign up for a planned new league."They're playing God with people's wellbeing and livelihoods, and…
Sale confirm talks with in-demand Wales wing Grady
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Wednesday, 10 January 2024 23:44
Sale have confirmed they have spoken with Wales wing Mason Grady, a target for up to four English clubs.The 21-year-old is seen as a potential regular Test player and is out of contract at Cardiff this summer.Bath are understood to be leading the chase with Saracens and Exeter Chiefs also interested."Who wouldn't be interested in a Mason Grady if you…
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