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The proposed £300m deal by CVC to invest in the Guinness Six Nations could be put on a halt following the Coronavirus outbreak. Reports in the Financial Times have suggested that the deal, that is part of the investment company’s run to be one of the biggest commercial players in world sport. £300m deal could […] READ MORE
Ed Slater very nearly never played rugby, but following years of success at Leicester and Gloucester he has found that there is more to rugby than just winning. Chatting to Robert Rees he looked at the salary cuts and what they mean for the sport, how he passes his isolation time and his aims in […] READ MORE
Following the selection of a Pacific Island XV of the best-imported players into the Premiership, James Barker now selects a Premiership New Zealand XV; the best Kiwis to have played in England. Premiership New Zealand XV 15. Charles Piutau – Wasps, Bristol Bears A fairly simple decision to begin with. The most highly paid player […] READ MORE
Worcester Warriors’ Sixways Stadium is to be used as a drive-through Coronavirus testing facility as part of the Government’s UK-wide drive to increase testing for thousands more NHS and other key workers. Sixways Stadium becomes the latest rugby stadia to help out with the pandemic. Worcester Warriors ‘proud’ to play a part The site sits […] READ MORE
Exeter Chiefs lock Jannes Kirsten has penned a contract extension with the club following a successful injury cover period at the Devon side. Robert Rees brings you the latest from Sandy Park. Jannes Kirsten signs extension Rob Baxter has rewarded the fine form of South African import Jannes Kirsten with a new contract extension at […] READ MORE
Following the departure of Dai Young after a poor start to the season, Wasps have announced a new management team consisting of three top coaches, of whom have quality experience with English rugby. Lee Blackett headlines Current interim Head Coach, Lee Blackett, has been appointed as the club’s full-time Head Coach. Blackett stepped up from […] READ MORE
The news broke on Monday morning of discussions regarding a Club World Cup in the place of the current European competitions. EPCR have since given a statement on the current state of affairs. Robert Rees brings you the latest on the proposal. Club World Cup proposal Much like football, there is a want from some […] READ MORE
It’s been a busy day in the transfer market of rugby with contract renewals and moves on the go. Api Ratuniyarawa and Jack Maunder are amongst the names. Robert Rees brings you up to speed with all of Friday’s transfer news. Api Ratuniyarawa pens fresh Saints deal The Fijian lock has penned a new deal […] READ MORE
For reasons that we are all aware of, the 2019/20 rugby season is in increasing danger of never being finished. While it will not be the highest priority on everyone’s minds, some retiring rugby players may have already played their last game. If the season cannot be completed, some big names of World Rugby will […] READ MORE
The latest Gloucester Rugby accounts have revealed that the club have made a £5.3m profit following the £12.8m investment from CVC. Gloucester turn a profit… Gloucester typically lose money in recent times. This financial year is different! Turnover rose from £15.76m to £16.8m, resulting in a £5.3m profit before tax (Year Ending 2018:£2.2m loss). This […] READ MORE
Rugby journalist, specializing on all things Welsh rugby, United Rugby Championship, and the Gallagher Premiership. A freelance journalist published in The Rugby Paper, Telegraph, RugbyPass et al.
Robert has a BA in Sports Journalism from the University of Gloucestershire.
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