Rugby-Lions trip to South Africa in doubt over COVID-19 concerns
The British and Irish Lions will discuss this month whether to visit South Africa as planned later in the year because of concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Rugby-Exeter's Baxter, referee Owens among nominees for Writers' Club award
Exeter Chiefs' double-winning director of rugby Rob Baxter and Welsh referee Nigel Owens were among the nominees for the Rugby Union Writers' Club (RUWC) Pat Marshall Award for 2020 named on Thursday.
Two Premiership games cancelled due to COVID-19 cases
This weekend's games, Worcester Warriors v Harlequins and London Irish v Northampton Saints, have been cancelled due to COVID-19 cases, Premiership Rugby said on Wednesday.
Injured Barbeary a doubt for start of England's Six Nations campaign
Wasps hooker Alfie Barbeary faces at least six weeks on the sidelines due to an ankle injury and might need surgery, head coach Lee Blackett said, casting doubt on his availability for the start of England's Six Nations campaign.
Rugby-Ball to leave Wales and Scarlets at the end of the season
Wales lock Jake Ball announced on Tuesday he will leave Scarlets at the end of the season to be with his family in Australia, effectively ending his international career.
France's Ntamack to have surgery for double jaw fracture
France flyhalf Romain Ntamack faces several weeks on the sidelines, and could miss the start of next year's Six Nations, after suffering a double jaw fracture that requires surgery, the 21-year-old said.
Rugby: London Irish's Boxing Day game at Bath called off due to COVID-19 cases
London Irish's Boxing Day match at Bath has been called off after some of their players tested positive for COVID-19 and others showed symptoms, Premiership Rugby said on Wednesday.
Rugby-Rainbow Cup to help Boks gear up for Lions series
South Africa’s preparations for the British & Irish Lions tour next year have been given a significant boost after it was confirmed their four major franchises will compete in the Rainbow Cup against PRO14 clubs.
Rugby Australia appoints SANZAAR's Marinos as chief executive
Andy Marinos, who has led regional administrative body SANZAAR for the last five years, was appointed Rugby Australia chief executive on Wednesday.
Rugby: Champions Cup teams not at fault for COVID-19 cancellations, says Monye
Teams in the Champions Cup that are unable to fulfill fixtures due to COVID-19 concerns should not be punished with 28-0 defeats, former England wing Ugo Monye has said.