England's rugby squad for the Fiji match includes newcomers Benhard Janse van Rensburg and Noah Caluori, both set to earn their first caps from the bench. Bristol prop George Kloska is also in line for his Test debut. Janse van Rensburg, 29, qualifies via residency, while 19-year-old Caluori is a top try-scorer.
England's rugby team has made five changes to its starting XV for the match against South Africa, including new signings George Martin and Jack van Poortvliet. The team aims to counter South Africa's physicality and end a four-match losing streak.
Northampton and Bath are drawn into a challenging Champions Cup pool with Bulls and Montpellier. Bristol will face Gloucester and Munster, while Harlequins are in a Challenge Cup pool with Toulon, Edinburgh, and Ospreys. The full fixture list is expected later this month.
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Saracens secured their first Premiership Women’s Rugby title in four years, defeating Trailfinders with a clinical attack, strong defence, and impressive kicking game, despite playing with 14 players for 20 minutes.
Jamie George condemns teammate Totoa Auvaa's actions in a London nightclub incident involving England cricketers Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson, calling the behavior 'unacceptable' but describing Auvaa as 'a good kid' in need of guidance.
England rugby captain Jamie George criticized Saracens teammate Totoa Auvaa's "unacceptable" conduct after a London nightclub incident involving England cricket captain Ben Stokes and bowler Gus Atkinson. Saracens found Auvaa's involvement regrettable but remained supportive, while the ECB cleared Stokes and Atkinson of violent conduct.
Saracens, known as the 'wolfpack,' will take on 'dark horses' Trailfinders in the Premiership Women’s Rugby final at the Stoop on Sunday. Saracens are favorites, having never lost to Trailfinders, but the debutant Trailfinders recently upset defending champions Gloucester-Hartpury in the semi-final.
Saracens academy player Totoa Auvaa will not face disciplinary action for punching an ECB security guard, despite the incident involving England cricketers Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson. The RFU considers it an employment matter, while the ECB expressed bemusement.
Saracens academy player Totoa Auvaa will not face sanctions following a nightclub incident involving England cricketers Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson. While Stokes and Atkinson were disciplined by the ECB for breaching curfew, Saracens completed their own investigation and found no case against Auvaa, criticizing the ECB for their process.
Northampton, the Premiership's top contenders, face Exeter in the final, a match that history suggests will be unpredictable. Despite Exeter's lower league position, their recent strong performances and the return of key players like Manny Feyi-Waboso, along with the leadership of Dafydd Jenkins, suggest they are capable of an upset.
England coach Brendon McCullum voiced deep concern for captain Ben Stokes' wellbeing after Stokes and Gus Atkinson breached a curfew. McCullum prioritized Stokes' welfare over disciplinary matters, stating his primary focus is supporting the player.
England coach Brendon McCullum voiced deep concern for captain Ben Stokes' wellbeing after Stokes and Gus Atkinson breached a midnight curfew. McCullum prioritized support for Stokes over disciplinary matters, focusing on his welfare amid an internal investigation.
Saracens will play Ealing Trailfinders in the Premiership Women's Rugby final on June 28, after Trailfinders sensationally knocked out three-time defending champions Gloucester-Hartpury. Saracens narrowly beat Exeter 40-38 in their semi-final.
Ealing Trailfinders have sensationally knocked out three-time defending champions Gloucester-Hartpury in the Premiership Women's Rugby semi-finals, setting up a final clash with Saracens on June 28. Saracens narrowly defeated Exeter 40-38 in their semi-final.
Former England spinner Graeme Swann has criticized the ECB's midnight curfew on players, calling it "ridiculous" and a focus on "optics over realities." He believes captain Ben Stokes was unfairly targeted after a nightclub incident post-Test win, arguing that professional cricketers should be trusted to celebrate responsibly.
England cricket captain Ben Stokes and teammate Gus Atkinson are under investigation by the ECB for a breach of team protocols after an incident at a nightclub involving a Saracens rugby player.
England Test captain Ben Stokes' future is uncertain after the ECB launched an investigation into a breach of team protocol involving Stokes and Gus Atkinson at a London nightclub, potentially affecting their participation in the second Test against New Zealand.
England Test captain Ben Stokes involved in late-night altercation at Chelsea nightclub, ECB investigation underway
England cricket captain Ben Stokes and pace bowler Gus Atkinson are under investigation by the ECB for a breach of team protocols at a London nightclub, potentially jeopardizing Stokes' captaincy.
England convenes a small training camp with prospects like Tobias Elliott and Ben Redshaw, while key players from Northampton, Bath, Exeter, and Leicester are absent due to Premiership semi-finals; focus is on non-cap warm-up against France XV on 19 June
Exeter Chiefs secured a playoff spot by defeating Saracens 25-12, ending Mark McCall’s 15-year tenure. The win, fueled by Henry Slade’s try and conversion and key plays during a Saracens yellow card, sets up a semi-final against Bath.
Exeter Chiefs defeated Saracens 32-12, securing a Premiership semi-final spot and ending Mark McCall's tenure as Saracens' director of rugby. The win moves Exeter to third place, setting up a semi-final against Bath.
Saracens boss Mark McCall reflects on his 17-year tenure, highlighting the team's resilience after relegation and salary cap breaches in 2020 as his proudest achievement. Ahead of a crucial match against Exeter, he prepares to step down, emphasizing the need for new energy and support for developing coaches.
