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Smart ball technology to be used at World Rugby Under-20 Championship

Technology to be trialled at World Rugby Under-20 Championship.

The Independent UK

Paul Sackey: Losing Wasps and Irish doesn't bear thinking about - those clubs made me

“I worry that I’ll speak to kids in years to come and tell them I played for Wasps and London Irish and they will look at me blankly and say, ‘Oh.. who are they?'

Daily Mirror

Today's rugby news as officials named for Wales Tests and Dragons hand out seven deals

The latest rugby news from Wales and beyond

Wales Online

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Warning signs of 'silent killer' Motor Neurone disease as 6 Brits die a day

Rugby stars including Rob Burrow and Doddie Wier have spoken out about motor neurone disease, but many may not be aware of the warning signs

Leeds Live

Dispute centered around redevelopment of historic Tokyo park, iconic stadiums

Building new sports facilities is at the heart of a disputed plan to makeover one of Tokyo's most beloved park areas

The Independent UK

Brisbane Tigers announce bid for 18th NRL team licence

One of the oldest clubs in Australian rugby league has launched a bid to become the NRL’s 18th team after opening a new $10m stadium

The Guardian - AU

How Israel Folau became the most controversial figure in Australian sport

His contributions to rugby league and union are beyond reproach, however, his sacking from the Wallabies after expressing his religious beliefs sparked a debate that continues to polarise to this day.

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The best players in world rugby switching countries at the Rugby World Cup

A number of players could be representing a second Test nation in France later this year

Wales Online

How the Rugby World Cup is expected to go as Ireland miss out, Wales dismissed and Scotland face early exit

The competition has been left lopsided with top teams facing an early exit while Wales could realistically make the semi-finals

Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as Wales and Australia rivals become team-mates and Dan Biggar's successor identified

The latest rugby news stories from Wales and the wider world

Wales Online

Taron Egerton's message to Ben Whishaw after admitting he tried to have him rugby tackled

Both Taron Egerton and Ben Whishaw were nominated for leading actor at the BAFTA television awards 2023

Wales Online

Former Dragons boss calls for Anglo-Welsh league and identifies exiled talents Wales can't afford to lose

Turner has called for a two-tier Anglo-Welsh league

Wales Online

New Zealand rugby league chiefs raise hope of World Cup after France pulls out

New Zealand emerged on Tuesday as a possible venue for the 2025 rugby league World Cup following France's decision to pull out as hosts of the tournament.

Radio France Internationale

The Welsh House bar and restaurant replaces Marco Pierre White Steakhouse in Swansea Marina

The new restaurant will be the sister venue to The Welsh House in Cardiff, which was backed by four Welsh rugby legends

Wales Online

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Ex-Scarlets favourite's parents turn up to watch him for first time in five years and the crowd love it

Cassiem won eight caps for South Africa and was hugely popular with Scarlets supporters

Evening Standard

Quade Cooper to step up World Cup bid after Barbarians selection by Eddie Jones

Quade Cooper will step up his Rugby World Cup comeback bid by turning out for the Barbarians against the World XV at Twickenham.

The Guardian - UK

Farrell and Ford’s final face-off could shape England’s World Cup destiny

The fly-halves excelled for Saracens and Sale in the Premiership semi-finals, opening another debate about England’s options

Daily Record

Early warning symptoms of deadly condition that kills 'six Brits every day'

Scots rugby star Doddie Weir sadly passed away from Motor Neurone's Disease (MND) last year, but raised millions of pounds and plenty of awareness of the illness.

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Irish Mirror

Ronan O'Gara's focus on the little details made La Rochelle kings of Europe, says Dillyn Leyds

"Everyone in the rugby world knows that ROG is the kind of guy who always wants to win"

Daily Mirror

Northern rugby does matter and we're proving it say Twickenham-bound Sale Sharks

“I feel super proud that we’re flying the flag. I can't talk too much about it because I start to cry and get too emotional"

Wales Online

Today's rugby news as coach hits out over World Cup referees and club face being thrown out of English Premiership

The latest rugby headlines from Wales and beyond

The Independent UK

Former England head coach Brian Ashton set to consult with Red Roses

Exclusive: The vastly experienced Ashton is set to be involved with the Red Roses programme for the first time

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand ponders bid to host 2025 Rugby League World Cup with Australia

NRL chief says France’s withdrawal is ‘disappointing’ but NZRL says it would be a great opportunity for Indigenous and Pasifika communities

ABC News

Elon Musk subpoenaed in Jeffrey Epstein case, Vice Media files for bankruptcy, and The Weeknd reverts to his birth name — as it happened

This is The Loop, your quick catch-up for this morning's stories as they happened.

The Guardian - UK

London Irish at risk of Premiership ban after RFU sets deadline for takeover

London Irish will be suspended from next season’s Premiership unless their takeover is completed by 30 May or proof of funding is offered

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