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Topsy Ojo: London Irish legend to retire after 16 years with club
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Wednesday, 24 April 2019 03:48
Former England winger Topsy Ojo is to retire at the end of this season after 16 years with London Irish.Ojo will make his farewell home appearance at the Madejski Stadium on Saturday against Ealing Trailfinders.The 33-year-old is the Exiles' all-time record appearance maker and try scorer, having made his debut in October 2005. "It has been a privilege to play…
Exeter players reminded over social media posts after Israel Folau affair
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Wednesday, 24 April 2019 07:14
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter says he has advised his players about their responsibilities on social media in the wake of the Israel Folau affair.The full-back was sacked by Rugby Australia after a social media post in which he said "hell awaits" gay people.England forward Billy Vunipola was reprimanded by the RFU after defending the post and was confronted…
Lood de Jager: Sale Sharks sign 6ft 9in South Africa lock on three-year deal
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Wednesday, 24 April 2019 08:16
Sale Sharks have signed South Africa second-row forward Lood de Jager from Super Rugby side Bulls. De Jager, 26, has agreed a three-year deal and will link up with Sale before the 2019-20 Premiership season or, if selected, after the World Cup."It is a great honour for me to join Sale Sharks," De Jager, who is 6ft 9in, told the…
Leinster & Saracens players make up European shortlist
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Wednesday, 24 April 2019 08:12
Five players from Champions Cup finalists Leinster and Saracens comprise the entire shortlist for the EPCR European Player of the Year award.Leinster's nominees are Sean Cronin, Tadhg Furlong and Garry Ringrose, while Saracens have Alex Goode and Mako Vunipola.Leone Nakarawa of Racing 92 won in 2018. The winner will be named following the European Champions Cup final at St James'…
Gareth Anscombe: Blues will select player against future side Ospreys
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Tuesday, 23 April 2019 10:06
Cardiff Blues head coach John Mulvihill says Gareth Anscombe will be involved against his future region Ospreys in Saturday's vital Judgement Day fixture in the Pro14.Both Blues and Ospreys are fighting for a Champions Cup berth, with Anscombe's involvement of particular interest.He has signed with Ospreys for next season, but Blues have no doubt he will be focused against his…
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