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World Rugby: Game on Global initiative offers rule options to improve grassroots accessibility
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Tuesday, 30 November 2021 05:13
World Rugby will allow community teams to use 10 players, play shorter matches and change the size of the ball as part of flexible new rules described as a "landmark" move for the sport.From January 2022, unions will decide on tweaks to their rules in a bid to improve "accessibility" and "welfare".Up to 10 rules can be changed, including tackle…
Lyn Jones steps down as Russia coach
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Tuesday, 30 November 2021 04:06
Lyn Jones has stepped down as Russia coach after three years in charge.Welshman Jones, 57, unexpectedly took Russia to the 2019 World Cup when European rivals were disqualified.The qualifying tournament for the 2023 tournament has been disrupted by Covid-19 postponements.Former flanker Jones, who won five caps for Wales, has also coached Neath, Ospreys, London Welsh, Dragons and Namibia."I have great…
Munster Rugby: Majority of travelling party cleared to fly home, says Irish sports minister
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Monday, 29 November 2021 06:22
Irish sports minister Jack Chambers says Munster have been cleared by South African authorities to return home.The player that tested positive on Sunday, and one close contact, must remain in South Africa until the end of their isolation period.All members of the travelling party will be required to quarantine for 10 days upon their return to Ireland.Munster's plan to leave…
Premier 15s: Bristol Bears move top of the table after bonus-point win
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Sunday, 28 November 2021 10:10
Bristol Bears moved back to the top of the Premier 15s table after a 36-17 bonus-point win over Wasps to continue their unbeaten start to the season.Alisha Butchers, Courtney Keight and Kayleigh Powell all crossed early on to help Bristol lead 19-10 at the break.Maud Muir's try on 48 minutes cut the lead to ensure a tense finishBut Hannah West…
Munster Rugby are forced to remain in Cape Town after positive Covid-19 case in camp
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Sunday, 28 November 2021 06:37
Munster have had to to remain in Cape Town after a member of their travelling party tested positive for Covid-19.The Irish province were due to fly home on Sunday after their URC match away to the Bulls on Saturday was postponed following the detection of a new Covid-19 variant in South Africa."In taking all precautions and prioritising the health and…
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Sunday, 28 November 2021 10:51
Premiership: Saracens 25-14 Sale - 14-man Sharks beaten as hosts go second
Sunday, 28 November 2021 07:37
Heads we win... Bridgend full-back Howley's unorthodox effort wins it at Swansea
Sunday, 28 November 2021 06:25
Cardiff rugby squad isolating in South Africa due to Covid cases
Saturday, 27 November 2021 13:46
Leinster 10-20 Ulster: Courageous visitors end Leinster's unbeaten start
Saturday, 27 November 2021 12:38
Premiership: Newcastle Falcons 24-24 Worcester Warriors - Honours even in rearranged game
Saturday, 27 November 2021 11:24
United Rugby Championship: Dragons 14-30 Edinburgh
Saturday, 27 November 2021 09:51
Premiership: Harlequins 19-22 London Irish - Exiles secure narrow win in London derby
Saturday, 27 November 2021 06:22
Barbarians v Samoa: Joe Tekori's emotional interview after being denied final game
Saturday, 27 November 2021 05:42
Barbarians double-header: Men's match v Samoa called off after Covid outbreak
Friday, 26 November 2021 14:03
Premiership: Wasps 33-35 Gloucester – Billy Twelvetrees scores twice as Cherry & Whites hold on to win thriller
Friday, 26 November 2021 14:05
Connacht 46-18 Ospreys: Rampant Connacht score seven tries in dominant win
Friday, 26 November 2021 14:19
Premiership: Bath 16-23 Exeter Chiefs - Sam Simmonds' late try downs spirited Bath
Friday, 26 November 2021 14:47
Premiership: Bristol Bears 20-33 Northampton Saints - Freeman scores twice in Saints' victory
Friday, 26 November 2021 09:15
Premier 15s rugby to be shown live on BBC for first time
Friday, 26 November 2021 08:23
Storm Arwen: Newcastle v Worcester Premiership game postponed
Friday, 26 November 2021 04:18
Dave Rennie: Australia coach sorry for 'horrendous' ref comments after Wales defeat
Friday, 26 November 2021 02:40
Denny Solomona: Sale and England winger leaves Sharks with immediate effect
Friday, 26 November 2021 03:34
Katy Daley-Mclean to finish playing career with Barbarians appearance
Thursday, 25 November 2021 15:05
Cardiff and Scarlets trying to fly home as South Africa goes on Covid red list
Thursday, 25 November 2021 11:13
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