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England star signs new three-year deal with Saracens

England hooker Jamie George has signed a new three-year deal with Saracens. The 29-year-old has played 226 times for his boyhood club since his debut in 2009 and has committed to the club until 2023. An Academy graduate and supporter from childhood, George was part of the Class of 2008 alongside Owen Farrell, Jackson Wray,…

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British & Irish Lions predicted 2021 squad, according to the bookies

Although it’s about a year until Warren Gatland picks his Lions squad, the public has already started talking about who will make it onto the plane and who will line-up in the first Test against South Africa. Gatland has spoken publicly about his team but has given little away as he continues to ponder over big…

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TRANSFER | Stade Francais confirm the signing of two Premiership stars

It’s been confirmed that Springbok lock Gerbrandt Grobler will join Stade Français on a two-year deal. The South African, who has already played in the Top 14 with Racing 92 during the 2016-2017 season, becomes the latest departure from Gloucester. 🆕✍️ | @Gerbrandt69 rejoint Paris ! Le 2ème ligne 🇿🇦 en provenance de @gloucesterrugby s’engage pour 2…

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REPORTS | Harlequins scrum guru Adam Jones could be on the move

Wales legend Adam Jones has emerged as new Ospreys boss Tony Booth’s number one target as he looks to recruit a formidable backroom staff. The 100-cap Lions and Wales legend, who was renowned as one of the games finest ever scrummagers, has made an almost seamless transition to coaching. According to The Rugby Paper, Quins…

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Sir Ian McGeechan picks his dream team, and it’s as fearsome as you’d expect

As someone who coached the Lions on four separate tours (and played on two others), Sir Ian McGeechan is better qualified than most to pick an all-time rugby dream team. This week he has been picking his all-star XV, and here it is! BACK-THREE Fullback: JPR Williams (Wales) – “Not a staggeringly original choice, I’ll…

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TRANSFER | Leicester Tigers announce new signing in brilliant fashion

Leicester Tigers have signed English-qualified, versatile back Harry Potter from Super Rugby side the Melbourne Rebels. The 22-year-old, capable of playing in the midfield and outside-backs, was born in London and lived in the UK for a decade before his family emigrated to Melbourne, Australia. Potter has previously represented NSW Country Eagles and Melbourne Rising…

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NEW MUSIC: Lost Like Lions – Enemies

Put simply, Lost Like Lions is an alt-rock foursome from Buffalo, New York. One line about a band makes their formation seem straightforward; I mean, a band is just getting people together and playing some music.  The background of a group isn’t really all that important…but, it actually is. This musical endeavour began when Derrik …

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Harlequins reveal when Joe Marchant will return

Harlequins have revealed that Joe Marchant will likely remain in New Zealand for the conclusion of the Super Rugby. It’s been revealed that he will complete season with the Blues, despite his loan in New Zealand set to expire at the end of June. Quins general manager Billy Millard said: “We are in pretty heavily dialogue…

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QUIZ: Name the British & Irish Lions XV that beat the All Blacks in 2017

The Lions pulled off one of their great wins to steal a thriller against New Zealand and set up a series decider in Auckland in 2017. When Sonny Bill Williams was red-carded for a shoulder charge – the first All Blacks sending-off in 50 years – the Lions sensed a wonderful opportunity for a historic…

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