United Rugby Championship Rugby News
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Ashton Hewitt: Dragons wing praises Luther Burrell’s honesty regarding racism in rugby union
In response to the article on Luther Burrell’s experiences of racism in rugby, Ashton Hewitt has praised the ex-international for speaking out.
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Sunday Social: Forwards kicking, basketball in the England camp and dog for a defender
It is our round-up of this week’s social media posts in rugby union.
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Devin Toner: No regrets over retirement for great Ireland lock as he prepares for his curtain call
Planet Rugby’s James While spoke to the great Ireland and Leinster lock Devin Toner, who plays his final professional game for the Barbarians.
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United Rugby Championship awards: Best player, try of the season and more
After an enthralling inaugural United Rugby Championship campaign, we dish out some awards including our player of the season and more.
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Evan Roos: Stormers number eight wins another United Rugby Championship award
Stormers’ outstanding number eight Evan Roos has been voted the United Rugby Championship Player of the Season in South Africa.
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Scotland: Strong ‘A’ side named for Chile Test
Gregor Townsend has named his Scotland A team to face Chile at the weekend and it features a number of seasoned international players.
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Loose Pass: Stormers’ game-plan, Barbarians a joy to watch and how rest proved crucial in Top 14 semi-finals
Loose Pass is here to delve into the major talking points in the sport.
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Opinion: Cape Town’s ‘absurd hero’ John Dobson is the heartbeat of the Stormers
Stormers coach John Dobson inspired his side to achieve what seemed unlikely as the Cape Town side won the United Rugby Championship.
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United Rugby Championship: Dragons appoint Dai Flanagan as head coach
Dragons have appointed former Cardiff back Dai Flanagan as their new head coach, who joins from United Rugby Championship rivals Scarlets.
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Opinion: United Rugby Championship glory provides launchpad for ambitious South African teams
South African writer Jon Cardinelli believes it is now vital the country’s club sides bolster their squads ahead of a challenging 2022/23 season.