Champions Cup considers October start for 2025 season
EPCR defends current Champions Cup format but plans a calendar shift to October for the pool stages. TV audiences have doubled and attendances are up 50% since 2018.
Category : Rugby
Glasgow thump Saracens 28-3, set up Bulls clash
Glasgow Warriors dominate Saracens to top their Champions Cup pool, earning a home tie against the Bulls. Harlequins stun La Rochelle, sending Leicester Tigers through.
Bielle-Biarrey hat-trick fires Bordeaux past Bristol
A stunning Louis Bielle-Biarrey hat-trick guided defending champions Bordeaux-Bègles to a 27-15 Champions Cup victory at Bristol Bears. The win secures top spot and a favourable knockout path. Read the full match report.
Toulouse thrash Sale 77-7 in Champions Cup masterclass
Thomas Ramos scored 27 points, including 11 perfect conversions, as Toulouse demolished a depleted Sale Sharks 77-7 to secure a Champions Cup last-16 spot. Read the full match report.
Bath thrash Edinburgh 63-10 to reach Champions Cup last 16
Bath Rugby secured a home knockout draw in the Champions Cup with a dominant 63-10 victory over Edinburgh, scoring nine tries. Read the full match report.
Fagerson's Lions Despair and Glasgow's European Quest
Glasgow Warriors prop Zander Fagerson opens up on his devastating Lions tour injury and his team's push for Champions Cup glory. Read his inspiring comeback story.
Lockyer's London Broncos Begin Rugby League Mission
Rugby league legend Darren Lockyer begins his ownership of London Broncos, aiming to rebuild the club and finally crack the capital's sporting market. Can he succeed where others have failed?
Champions Cup Form Vital for Premiership Rugby Franchise Vote
As Premiership Rugby's franchise vote nears, English clubs' Investec Champions Cup performance is crucial to attract global investors. Analysis of Northampton, Bristol, and Bath's prospects.
All Blacks sack coach Scott Robertson after review
New Zealand Rugby has dismissed head coach Scott Robertson after a troubled year. The move follows player unrest and heavy defeats, casting doubt on the All Blacks' 2027 World Cup hopes. Read the full analysis.
RFU to block London clubs from United Rugby Championship
Exclusive: The Rugby Football Union will refuse to sanction London Irish or Ealing Trailfinders joining the United Rugby Championship, City AM understands. Discover the future of English rugby.
Nike to make British & Irish Lions shirt for first time since 1993
Nike is back as the British & Irish Lions kit maker after over three decades, signing a deal to supply both the men's and inaugural women's teams for the 2027 tours. Discover the details.
Scott Robertson Departs as All Blacks Head Coach
Scott Robertson has left his role as All Blacks head coach following an internal NZ Rugby review of the team's performance. Read the full story on the search for a new coach.
England Rugby League seek new coach after Wane departure
Shaun Wane has left his role as England head coach immediately. The RFL now seeks a part-time successor for the upcoming Rugby League World Cup following last autumn's 3-0 Ashes defeat.
London Broncos Start Championship Journey with New Owners
The reborn London Broncos, led by an Australian consortium, make their Championship debut this Sunday. Discover their ambitious plans for Super League glory and a new matchday experience in the capital.
London Broncos to play at The Stoop in 2026
The London Broncos plan a move to the Twickenham Stoop for a Challenge Cup game this season. Read the latest on their new Australian ownership and stadium strategy.
Russell Seeks Bragging Rights in Bath vs Edinburgh Clash
Bath fly-half Finn Russell anticipates a physical battle against Scottish teammates as Bath host Edinburgh in a crucial Champions Cup pool decider on Friday night.
Bedford Tigers' historic first Challenge Cup win
Bedford Tigers celebrate their maiden Challenge Cup triumph, defeating Medway Dragons. Discover how community clubs lit up rugby league's famous competition this weekend.
Rugby's Data Revolution vs. Flair: Bristol & Saints Lead Way
Bristol's stunning win in Pretoria and Northampton's Bath victory highlight rugby's tactical evolution. As data analysis grows, the value of attacking risk and style remains paramount ahead of the Six Nations.
Saracens beat Toulouse 20-14 in crucial Champions Cup clash
Tom Willis was the dominant force as Saracens revived their season with a gritty 20-14 Champions Cup win over Toulouse at StoneX Stadium. Read the full match report.
Harlequins crush Stormers 61-10 to reach Champions Cup last 16
Nick David scored a stunning hat-trick as Harlequins demolished a weakened Stormers side 61-10 at the Stoop, securing their place in the Champions Cup knockout stages. Read the full match report.
Bristol Bears stun Bulls in 110-point Champions Cup thriller
Bristol Bears secure Champions Cup last-16 spot with a stunning 61-49 victory over a Springbok-laden Bulls side in Pretoria. Read the full match report and analysis.
Rugby Needs US-Style Revamp for Future Survival
Exeter Chiefs' Tony Rowe calls for rugby to adopt US sports models with quarters & fan engagement to attract younger audiences. Can radical change save the sport?
Pollock's ambition fuels Bordeaux rematch and England push
Northampton flanker Henry Pollock discusses his fiery Champions Cup final history with Bordeaux Bègles, his drive to start for England, and the mindset behind his rapid rise. Read the exclusive interview.
Premier Sports to show five Six Nations matches
Premier Sports secures rights to broadcast five key Six Nations fixtures in the UK, starting with Scotland vs Italy in February. The deal strengthens its rugby portfolio without affecting free-to-air coverage.
Stephen Jones's Legacy and Rugby's Urgent Challenges
As legendary rugby correspondent Stephen Jones steps aside after 42 years, his core lessons on courage and preserving the game's spirit are more vital than ever. We examine the pressing issues facing rugby union today.
Leicester Tigers beat Saracens 36-28 in Premiership clash
Billy Searle masterminds Leicester's 36-28 Premiership win over Saracens, closing the gap on the top four. Read the full match report and analysis.
Bath beat Exeter with last-minute try in 33-26 thriller
Bath secured a dramatic 33-26 Premiership Rugby win over Exeter Chiefs with a last-minute try from Arthur Green, denying a stunning Exeter comeback from 26-0 down. Read the full match report.
Callum Chick on Northampton Saints' excellent start
Ex-Newcastle flanker Callum Chick reveals the work ethic behind Northampton Saints' flying start. He discusses the team's 'hard edge', fan culture, and why their success is no accident.
Randall's Bristol return boosts England Six Nations hopes
Harry Randall is back for Bristol Bears ahead of schedule and targeting a Six Nations call-up. Read how the scrum-half and his in-form team are building momentum.
Jamaica targets 2031 Rugby World Cup with UK talent pathway
Discover how Jamaican rugby, powered by UK-based talent and volunteer coaches, is building a sustainable pathway with an ambitious goal: qualifying for the 2031 Rugby World Cup.
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