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Ellis Genge – England’s misunderstood potential captain

June 18, 2021

As the most experienced player in the England camp, Ellis Genge discusses the possibility of being England captain, perceptions about him and heading into…

NCA rebrand to National League Rugby confirmed by RFU council

June 15, 2021

The NCA have changed their name to National League Rugby following an RFU Council meeting at the beginning of the month.

Tempers boil over as Bristol Bears edge past Leicester Tigers

June 5, 2021

Joe Harvey was at Mattioli Woods Welford Road on Saturday afternoon as Bristol Bears beat Leicester Tigers in controversial fashion to secure a home…

Abbie Brown Exclusive: “I have enjoyed every single moment of being here”

June 4, 2021

As preparations for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics continue, GB Sevens’ Abbie Brown spoke to TRU about the last year, her role in camp and…

Tuilagi’s timely return can boost Sale’s Premiership ambitions

June 3, 2021

Manu Tuilagi is back in the starting XV for Sale’s penultimate game of the regular season against Harlequins as the Sharks gear up for…

Eddie Jones on coaching practice and an educational summer

June 2, 2021

Ahead of announcing his England squad for the upcoming Tests against the USA and Canada, Eddie Jones discusses where he is looking to improve…

Trainee accountant Forbes not in Scotland squad to make up the numbers

June 2, 2021

In a summer with coaches and players away with the British and Irish Lions, it provides a chance for a number of new faces…

Regular season ends with a bang despite Championship play-off questions

June 1, 2021

With Saracens considering whether or not to appeal the ruling that stops them from finishing top of the GK IPA Championship, the final round…

Nate Ebner Exclusive: “Rugby made me the way I am”

May 31, 2021

As his preparations for Tokyo 2020 continue, three-time Super Bowl winner and USA Sevens international Nate Ebner spoke to TRU’s Joe Harvey as he…

No Saracens in Round 11 as curtain comes down on regular season in the Championship

May 28, 2021

The final day of the GK IPA Championship season will be contested without Saracens, but there are still plenty of talking points across Round…