South Africans snubbed as Ireland and England stars dominate Champions Cup player of the year nominees

The 2023/2024 Champions Cup player of the year nominees have been announced.

Taulupe Faletau to make long-awaited return while Sharks rest Springboks against Glasgow

The teams have been named for Friday’s United Rugby Championship action as Glasgow Warriors face the Sharks and Ulster take on Cardiff.

‘A very South African thing to do’ – Courtney Lawes rejects Jake White claims after Bulls’ ‘exaggerated’ travel issues

Courtney Lawes has weighed into the debate surrounding the Bulls’ issues ahead of last weekend’s Champions Cup quarter-final.

Stormers draw ‘confidence’ from Champions Cup form as they push for home URC play-off

Paul de Wet highlighted the importance of home ground advantage for the Stormers ahead of the URC play-offs which is looming on the horizon.

United Rugby Championship: The implications Round 14 has on the tight playoff picture

With the tight knockout picture in mind, Planet Rugby takes a closer look at how each of the games in round 14 influences the race for the top eight.

United Rugby Championship: Unpacking the WILD 11 team playoff race as just five rounds remain

The United Rugby Championship returns this weekend and the playoff race heats up again with 11 teams in the mix for the coveted top eight as only five rounds of action remain.

‘Why can’t we do it’ – Premiership boss ‘jealous’ of Leinster after Jordie Barrett signing

Rob Baxter says that the Premiership should be aiming to match Leinster and the United Rugby Championship's ambition following confirmation of Jordie Barrett's move.

‘He could have earned more’ – Jordie Barrett rejected lucrative offers to join Leinster

The reasons for Jordie Barrett’s decision to choose Leinster have been revealed.

IRFU to ‘review’ contract system as tenth Leinster star to sign new deal

A tenth Leinster player is set to sign a central contract ahead of the 2024/25 season.

‘He is the next Springbok flyhalf’ – South Africa legend picks Handre Pollard successor

South African Test centurion Victor Matfield has picked his ideal future Springboks flyhalf in the form of Sacha Feinburg-Mngomezulu.

Wales legend Ken Owens ‘lost for words’ as he calls time on his illustrious career

Ken Owens has announced his retirement from professional rugby at the age of 37.

Springboks legend insists Leinster yet to get ‘full value’ from Jacques Nienaber

Jacques Nienaber can make Leinster even better, according to a Springboks legend.

The SENSATIONAL XV Leinster could field with All Blacks star Jordie Barrett and Springboks powerhouse RG Snyman

How Leinster could line up next season in the Champions Cup and URC with Springboks lock RG Snyman and All Blacks star Jordie Barrett.

Loose Pass: ‘Ridiculous’ Champions Cup and Club World Cup rant

Loose Pass is here to delve into the major talking points in the sport.

The time an All Blacks star turned down Leinster which led to James Lowe arrival

Jordie Barrett will become the next All Blacks star to pull on the Leinster shirt, but seven years ago another came close to signing for the Irish province.

Leinster star departs for Premiership club ahead of RG Snyman’s arrival

Bath have announced the signing of Leinster lock Ross Molony on a three-year deal after over a decade at the United Rugby Championship side.

Stormers bolster lock stocks as Springboks hopeful returns on long-term deal

Experienced lock JD Schickerling is the latest player to return to the Stormers, who announced that he has joined them on a three-year deal.

New playmaker’s introduction coincides with Sharks’ improved form

Sharks head coach John Plumtree is backing Siya Masuku to continue with his upward trajectory as the Durban-based outfit's first choice fly-half.

All Blacks star Jordie Barrett to make Leinster switch as long-term future secured

All Blacks centre Jordie Barrett will be moving to Leinster in 2024 on a six-month deal as part of a new long-term contract with New Zealand Rugby.

Ex-England centre urges Red Rose to follow South Africa’s lead and has his say on Bulls decision

Former European Professional Club Rugby boss Simon Halliday talks to Alex Spink about England's selection policy, South Africa's inclusion and more.

Investec Champions Cup Team of the Week: ‘Freakish’ Ireland winger and the Harlequins ‘architect’ light up wild quarter-finals

Following a thrilling quarter-final stage in the Investec Champions Cup, we have had our discussion and present to you our Team of the Week.

‘The best is yet to come’ – Dan Sheehan inks new Ireland and Leinster deal

Ireland and Leinster hooker Dan Sheehan has put pen to paper on a new two-year contract, the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) has confirmed.

Munster name fully-loaded squad for two-game South Africa tour

Munster have been buoyed by fitness boosts for several players, including RG Snyman, Oli Jager and Calvin Nash, ahead of their trip to South Africa.

Leinster boss sends warning to EPCR after previous Champions Cup semi-finals tarnished

EPCR will organise the semi-finals after Leinster took on the responsibility for their round-of-16 and quarter-final games.

Who’s hot and who’s not: Superstars shine in Champions Cup, Peter O’Mahony signs on and chaos in Super Rugby Pacific… again

Find out what's made Who's hot and who's not this week!

Ireland centre calls out Ulster legend for ‘childish’ social media post after chastening Challenge Cup exit

Ulster players past and present have been involved in a social media spat following the province’s defeat in the Challenge Cup quarter-finals.

South African forward who loves the ‘dark arts’ to make Premiership switch

Newcastle Falcons have announced the signing of South African prop Luan de Bruin, who will join the Premiership club at the end of the season.

‘Hopefully you get the double’ – Jake White’s classy speech to Northampton Saints in the wake of controversial Champions Cup week

Jake White was praised for a lovely moment in Northampton Saints’ dressing room after the Bulls’ 59-22 defeat in the Champions Cup quarter-final.

Champions Cup: Semi-final ties and dates confirmed

The Champions Cup semi-final dates, venues and kick-off times have been revealed following Harlequins, Leinster, Northampton and Toulouse's wins.

Six Nations star scores as Benetton beat Connacht to make Challenge Cup semi-finals

Italy star Tommaso Menoncello scored one of Benetton's five tries as they saw off Connacht 39-24 to progress to the Challenge Cup semi-finals.