Articles by Simon Thomas

Ireland hooker relishing ‘leadership role’ after Rugby World Cup disappointment

Leinster hooker Dan Sheehan is enjoying a return to action after time off post-World Cup

Jake White on ‘selling point’ that could bring Springboks home, reveals UK-based player met with him about returning to South Africa

Bulls director of rugby Jake White reveals he met with a UK-based player about the possibility of returning to South Africa in the near future.

The Wales-qualified Bulls star whose rise was ‘inevitable’

Could a promising young Bulls forward play for Wales in the future?

CJ Stander jealous that ‘unbelievable’ Springboks coach is off to Leinster

Jacques Nienaber will link up with Leo Cullen's coaching staff at Leinster.

John Plumtree feeling nostalgic as he looks to inspire a new ‘Sharks Way’

The Sharks boss spent almost five years as coach of Swansea RFC until late 2001, winning two league titles and the Welsh Cup.

Star players, ins and outs and more: Team-by-team guide for United Rugby Championship season

Everything you need to know ahead of the 2023/24 United Rugby Championship season.

In-depth dive into Wales’ Rugby World Cup prospects and hopes

Simon Thomas takes a close look at Wales and their opponent's form ahead of their Rugby World Cup opener against Fiji in Nantes.

Wales Rugby World Cup squad breakdown: Players nailed on and battling it out for a spot in final 33

Simon Thomas runs through the Wales squad as Warren Gatland prepares to finalise his final 33.

Letter from Wales: United Rugby Championship review after turbulent season both on and off the pitch

Hugely respected rugby journalist Simon Thomas gives Planet Rugby his review of the United Rugby Championship season from a Welsh perspective.

United Rugby Championship: Dai Young and Toby Booth buzzing ahead of their first Judgement Day

Cardiff boss Dai Young and Ospreys counterpart Toby Booth are excited about their first taste of a Judgement Day clash in the URC on Saturday.

Jack Carty: Long-serving fly-half takes ‘immense pride’ in Connacht’s journey and insists his career is far from winding down

Connacht fly-half Jack Carty takes 'immense pride' in how the team has grown on and off the field as the United Rugby Championship play-offs await.

Steff Hughes: From training on his own to Dragons lifeline and studying at Manchester City, centre has ‘no bitterness’ over Scarlets exit

Dragons centre Steff Hughes speaks about his new lease of life at the region ahead of the United Rugby Championship clash with old side Scarlets.