Lawrence Dallaglio, the revered figure in English rugby, expresses concern over the financial health of the Premiership, fearing that two additional clubs could face jeopardy following the revelation that all 10 teams reported losses in their 2023 financial statements. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. He told talkSPORT: “There are other clubs on the verge of where Wasps are. “The key thing now is the stakeholders getting together and thinking of the best way to move forward.” Saracens suffered the most significant setback ..read more

Owen Farrell admitted he was still affected by social media backlash during the Rugby World Cup, despite ditching his accounts at the time. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. The ex-England skipper faced harsh criticism during the tournament, prompting his decision to take a break from international rugby in November to safeguard his and his family’s mental well-being. “I don’t really try to look too much into it and obviously it’s hard to get away from nowadays,” Farrell said. You kind of feel it at times, but you’d be wro ..read more

England wrapped up their 2024 Six Nations campaign on a high note with impressive performances against Ireland and France in the final rounds. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Looking ahead, head coach Steve Borthwick will face significant decisions regarding player selections as he seeks to shape the future of his squad. Telegraph Sport conducted a thorough assessment of each England player’s performance during the Six Nations, with criticism aimed at several individuals. One player was labeled a liability, while another ..read more

Nigel Owens, who’s brought class, standards and entertainment to the game since beginning his professional career in 2002, has come up with some cracking one-liners over the years. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Let’s take a look at the top five Nigel Owens quotes. Nigel Owens quotes: 1. “This is not soccer” First we begin with what is probably Owens’ most famous quote. It has become a world-wide favourite for rugby fans. As everyone knows, scrum-halves are renowned for their complaining and whining, and referees seem t ..read more

Sam Warburton has unveiled his ultimate starting line-up, comprised of the most formidable adversaries encountered during his illustrious career on the rugby field. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Having donned the jerseys of Cardiff Blues, the Lions, and Wales throughout his tenure, Warburton’s dream team features a blend of talent, with notable inclusions from across the rugby world, including two former England luminaries. In his recent literary offering, “Open Side,” the 32-year-old revealed his handpicked squad, boa ..read more

Former England winger Jonny May emphasises that significant adjustments are necessary for the Rugby Football Union’s proposed hybrid contract concept to become viable. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Despite being unveiled last year, the contracts remain far from being adequately resolved with coaches growing frustrated. “I think it is quite a mess. There are new contracts which need sorting, there are players who have been out of contract,” he told The Good, The Bad and The Rugby podcast. “Is there a hybrid contrac ..read more

In preparation for the decisive stages of the Gallagher Premiership, Owen Farrell, the Saracens rugby stalwart, has been engaged in private training sessions with legendary former England rugby star Jonny Wilkinson. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Sources reveal that Farrell and Wilkinson, known for their camaraderie, have been utilizing England’s prestigious training facility at Pennyhill Park for rigorous training sessions over the past few weeks. Reported by the Independent, these sessions underscore Farrell’s commitm ..read more

In the retrospective lens of Sir Clive Woodward, the architect of England’s historic Rugby World Cup victory in 2003, the pivotal contributions of key players come into sharp focus. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Amongst the constellation of talent that illuminated England’s path to glory, three figures stand out with indelible significance. Central to Woodward’s reflections is Jason Robinson, whose seamless transition from rugby league to union epitomized adaptability at its finest. In paying homage to Robinson’s trans ..read more

Exeter Chiefs loose-head prop Alec Hepburn has agreed a move to Scarlets for the 2024/25 season. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. The front rower will join the Welsh United Rugby Championship [URC] side after a decorated career as a Chief. In 10 seasons, Hepburn amassed 179 appearances and seven tries as well as a Champions Cup and two Premiership titles. In early 2024, with five years having passed since his last England cap under Eddie Jones, he was a surprise inclusion in Gregor Townsend’s Scotland squad. Honouring his ..read more

As the Gallagher Premiership gears up for another thrilling season, clubs are already strategizing their player acquisitions and departures in anticipation of the challenges ahead. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Against a backdrop of ongoing financial pressures, the focus lies heavily on prudent roster management, with more players set to depart than join at present. This comprehensive guide aims to keep fans abreast of all the transfer movements across every club in the league, tracking both incoming signings and outgo ..read more