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England international tackles rumour he has asked to quit Bath

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England international Ben Spencer has taken to Twitter to respond to speculation that he asked to be released from his Bath contract following another week of upheaval at the struggling Gallagher Premiership club.  RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner source https://thedailyrugby.com/england-international-tackles-rumour-he-has-asked-to-quit-bath/

Defence coach Mouneimne becomes the latest casualty at Bristol

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Defence coach Omar Mouneimne has paid the price for this season’s downturn at Bristol, the assistant exiting the Gallagher Premiership club on Friday. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SR8sZJ

‘I played rugby a year ago, I couldn’t walk for three weeks after’

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Nathan Hines will be glued to the TV this Saturday in Manchester, watching from afar as his old club Leinster goes in search of its fifth European star. It’s eleven years since the Australian was at the heart of their glittering second. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SR8sVQ

‘I played rugby a year ago, I couldn’t walk for three weeks after’

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Nathan Hines will be glued to the TV this Saturday in Manchester, watching from afar as his old club Leinster goes in search of its fifth European star. It’s eleven years since the Australian was at the heart of their glittering second. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner source https://thedailyrugby.com/i-played-rugby-a-year-ago-i-couldnt-walk-for-three-weeks-after/

Champions Cup final: When Johnny met Rog

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Johnny Sexton and Ronan O’Gara have had a chequered relationship over the years but now on friendlier terms, they resume hostilities for the greatest domestic prize of all RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner source https://thedailyrugby.com/champions-cup-final-when-johnny-met-rog/

‘No one’s talking about us’: Hurricanes not worried by dismissal of title hopes

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The Hurricanes are happy to go unnoticed as much of Super Rugby Pacific’s hype centres around the likes of the Blues, Brumbies and Crusaders. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner source https://thedailyrugby.com/no-ones-talking-about-us-hurricanes-not-worried-by-dismissal-of-title-hopes/

Israel Folau, Charles Piutau and Malakai Fekitoa headline Tonga squad

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Former All Blacks and Wallabies stars Israel Folau, Charles Piutau and Malakai Fekitoa headline the new Tonga squad to compete in July's Pacific Nations Cup and World Cup playoff. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SR8L4V

‘We’re trying to chase a Super Rugby title’: Waratahs target silverware after winless 2021

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Waratahs captain Jake Gordon has lauded his teammates’ character and resolve as they target one of the great revivals in Super Rugby history. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner source https://thedailyrugby.com/were-trying-to-chase-a-super-rugby-title-waratahs-target-silverware-after-winless-2021/

Former All Black who demanded finger amputation for Springboks tour dies aged 87

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A famously tough All Black who ordered doctors to amputate a finger to ensure he didn’t miss a tour to South Africa, has died aged 87. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner source https://thedailyrugby.com/former-all-black-who-demanded-finger-amputation-for-springboks-tour-dies-aged-87/

Israel Folau, Charles Piutau and Malakai Fekitoa headline Tonga squad

Former All Blacks and Wallabies stars Israel Folau, Charles Piutau and Malakai Fekitoa headline the new Tonga squad to compete in July’s Pacific Nations Cup and World Cup playoff. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner source https://thedailyrugby.com/israel-folau-charles-piutau-and-malakai-fekitoa-headline-tonga-squad/

2017 Lions prop McGrath is one of five players let go by Ulster

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Former Ireland and Lions prop Jack McGrath is the headline name in the five-strong list of players that are leaving Ulster at the end of the current season. Fellow international Sean Reidy has also been released. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SR6b7c

Dave Attwood explains why Owen Farrell ‘hates me with a passion’

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Ex-England lock Dave Attwood has explained why Owen Farrell is the player who most winds him up on the rugby pitch. The pair were Test squad teammates during both the Stuart Lancaster and Eddie Jones eras. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SR5b0N

‘It’s a huge statement’: Gloucester announce increased funding to women’s team

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Gloucester Rugby has today announced its extended commitment to Gloucester-Hartpury Women’s RFC with a significant increase in funding to the women’s team from the 2022/23 season. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SR5Zdn

Twitter reaction to Bath included deleted tweet by England player

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Wednesday afternoon’s confirmation that Bath have undergone yet another restructure involving Stuart Hooper and Ed Griffiths generated much reaction on Twitter, including a deleted tweet from England international Joe Cokanasiga. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SR5Zb3

Bath change it up again, altering Hooper role and axing Griffiths

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Gallagher Premiership strugglers Bath have rolled out yet more alterations to its management, giving incoming head coach Johann van Graan full control of the first team, switching Stuart Hooper from director of rugby to general manager and saying farewell to Ed Griffiths. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SR55KF

Chiefs buoyed by return of Retallick for Fijian road trip

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The Gallagher Chiefs head to the tropical climate of Fiji as the heat goes on their must-win encounter against the Fijian Drua on Saturday afternoon in Lautoka. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner source https://thedailyrugby.com/chiefs-buoyed-by-return-of-retallick-for-fijian-road-trip/

How will Super Rugby selection dictate All Blacks elevation?

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Will some big decisions by Super Rugby coaches influence the make-up of the first All Blacks squad of 2022? RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner source https://thedailyrugby.com/how-will-super-rugby-selection-dictate-all-blacks-elevation/

‘Focus is to get back to my best’: Lydiate agrees new Ospreys deal

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Wales international Dan Lydiate has agreed on a new contract with the Ospreys, who said that the 34-year-old flanker’s deal will see him remain with them for another season. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SR2mbf

Will the Premiership go to war with the URC?

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Northampton confirm the nine players that are leaving next month

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Gallagher Premiership playoff chasers Northampton have confirmed the names of the nine players that are leaving them this summer when their contracts expire ahead of the change that will see Phil Dowson take over as director of rugby from Chris Boyd.   RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SR292R

Jersey confirm seven forwards leaving with 14 signed for 2022/23

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Fresh from a fourth-place finish in the 2021/22 Championship and a semi-final appearance in the Championship Cup, the Jersey Reds have announced the overhaul of their pack for an upcoming new season that will be their eleventh in the English second-tier. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SR28zM

Blues hopeful of Clarke’s return for Super Rugby Pacific playoffs

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One of the most potent attacking weapons in the game, Clarke pulled up injured during the 21-19 win over the Brumbies in Canberra last weekend that guaranteed the Blues top spot in the standings at the end of the regular season. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SR1cCb

The O’Gara verdict: Even ‘touchline bickering’ impresses O’Driscoll

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Leinster boss Leo Cullen had better watch out in Marseille on Saturday as the legendary Brian O’Driscoll has warned that the Ronan O’Gara appetite for “touchline bickering with opposition coaches” is a trait that has enhanced his popularity with La Rochelle supporters. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner source https://thedailyrugby.com/the-ogara-verdict-even-touchline-bickering-impresses-odriscoll/

Son of ex-England boss Lancaster leaves Leicester for Championship

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Leinster taking on La Rochelle in this Saturday’s Heineken Champions Cup final isn’t the only big news surrounding Stuart Lancaster this week as Ealing have announced that Dan, the ex-England coach’s son, has signed for the recently crowned Championship champions. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SQz5Mm

‘We withdrew report’: Row diffused over 14-second Toulouse gaffe

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A row over Toulouse playing 14 seconds of a Top 14 match with an extra player has been diffused after Brive withdrew its report on the issue following last weekend’s 26-8 home defeat by the defending champions. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SQyWFG

Western Force creep closer to finals berth with win over Moana Pasifika

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Western Force have kept their Super Rugby Pacific finals hopes alive after snapping their losing streak with a key 48-28 win over Moana Pasifika. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SQyVtz

Saracens statement: ‘Character’ Barrington is leaving for France

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Saracens have confirmed that Richard Barrington, their long-serving loosehead, will leave at the end of the 2021/22 Gallagher Premiership season and will head to France to link up with Agen the Pro D2. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SQyVqh

Brain not brawn: the renaissance of Top 14 coaches

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The traditional image of a hot-headed, combustible French coach has been replaced by a more reflective, intellectual coach that has led to increased success on the field RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner source https://thedailyrugby.com/brain-not-brawn-the-renaissance-of-top-14-coaches/

Smokin’ Joe lands knockout punch for Quins

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2022 HSBC Rugby 7s as the London Sevens returns to Twickenham Stadium

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Rugby 7s as the London Sevens returns to Twickenham Stadium for the finale of the 2022 HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series .The Home of England Rugby – Twickenham Stadium, is the penultimate stop on the 2022 HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series on  Saturday, 28 May – Sunday, 29 May 2022 . The HSBC London Sevens will see the finest national sevens sides on the planet compete against each other in a festival of rugby. Kick off the summer with a fix of high-quality rugby like no other. Some of the best 7s players on the planet are in the capital this weekend as their teams go head-to-head for supremacy at the London Sevens in the penultimate round of the World Rugby Sevens Series. There’s no better time to discover rugby sevens as it enjoys a stellar year in the spotlight. Following the London Sevens the sport will feature at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on 29-31 July and conclude with the Rugby World Cup Sevens in Cape Town on 9-11 September. London 7s pools The Fiji Airways Men’s 7s

Highlanders player ratings vs Waratahs | Super Rugby Pacific

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Here's how the Highlanders rated after their underwhelming Super Rugby Pacific defeat at the hands of the Waratahs in Dunedin on Sunday. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SQtNWG

All Blacks and Wallabies stars to clash in Japan Rugby League One final

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The trans-Tasman influence on Japan Rugby League One has manifested itself on the inaugural final, where Suntory Sungoliath and the Saitama Wild Knights will meet this Sunday. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SQtN1n

Convicted rapist allowed play while serving sentence

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Fijian rugby authorities are expected to face pressure to explain why Former Fiji 7s player Amenoni Nasilasila. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SQtMlT

England call up three players after brutal Premiership weekend

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Eddie Jones has been forced to call up a trio of players into his England training squad after a brutal weekend of Gallagher Premiership saw three players ruled out. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SQtMTZ

How Nigel Owens would have reffed farcical Sevens try that’s gone viral

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Retired referee Nigel Owens has spoken out about the controversial try at the Toulouse Sevens in France which has blown up online, amassing nearly 700,000 views. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner http://dlvr.it/SQtMPM

‘Be f****** better’: Tony Brown vents frustrations after Highlanders loss

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Highlanders head coach Tony Brown has vented his frustrations after his side fell short in a disappointing defeat to the Waratahs in Dunedin on Sunday. RugbyPass | Official Rugby News Partner source https://thedailyrugby.com/be-f-better-tony-brown-vents-frustrations-after-highlanders-loss/

Day 2 Live 2022 World Rugby France Toulouse 7s Cup Final, Bronze Final , Semi Finals’ Fixtures

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The HSBC France Toulouse 7s Rugby Cup Final, Bronze Final Cup Quarter Finals on 22 May 2022 is set to thrill fans with the highly anticipated return to HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series The World Rugby Sevens men’s tournament begins on Saturday at 9:50 p.m. ET. As we’ve come to expect from the World Series over the years, there were several edge-of-your-seat games featuring outstanding moments of skill in france, and the good news is that it’s happening all over again in the same place this weekend – but this time in front of fans. 🏁 We're underway in Toulouse 📺 Sign up to watch all the action from day two of #France7s for free! #HSBC7s — World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) May 21, 2022 2022 France Toulouse 7s Rugby Day 2/Cup Final Fixtures Live coverage Toulouse 7s Cup Semi Finals begins on Sunday Ireland 7s vs France 7s Fiji 7s vs Samoa 7s Next up, the men’s series continues at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver (16-17 April 2022). Then it’s off to Langford for the Wom

‘I was kind of lost in the rugby world, my name had gone quiet’

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Joel Kpoku can’t quite believe it has turned out so good so quickly for him at Lyon. His December Top 14 debut was a disaster, injury sidelining him for nine weeks, but he has recently generated an impressive head of steam. http://dlvr.it/SQqpZQ

Waratahs player ratings vs Highlanders | Super Rugby Pacific

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The Waratahs responded by marching up the field, and Will Harris barged through the Highlanders defence for a short range try.  http://dlvr.it/SQqpM9

Freddie Owsley called into Scotland Men’s 7s squad for HSBC London Sevens tournaments

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EDINBURGH flyer Freddie Owsley has been considered up to the Scotland Men’s 7s crew interestingly in front of the Toulouse and London legs of the HSBC World Sevens Series, which are being played over the course of the following two ends of the week. The side will be captained Jamie Farndale, while Robbie Fergusson, who […] http://dlvr.it/SQqp5z

Day 2 Live 2022 World Rugby France Toulouse 7s Cup Final, Bronze Final , Semi Finals’ Fixtures

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The HSBC France Toulouse 7s Rugby Cup Final, Bronze Final Cup Quarter Finals on 22 May 2022 is set to thrill fans with the highly anticipated return to HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series The World Rugby Sevens men’s tournament begins on Saturday at 9:50 p.m. ET. As we’ve come to expect from the World Series […] http://dlvr.it/SQqnxM

Black Ferns cruise into Toulouse Sevens semi-finals

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Without conceding a point, New Zealand have cruised into the women’s semi-finals at the world sevens series event at Toulouse – but the Kiwi men haven’t fared so well. After losing their final pool game 29-14 to Australia, the All Blacks Sevens wound up on the wrong end of a three-way tie on points differential, […] http://dlvr.it/SQqnv5

Black Ferns cruise into Toulouse Sevens semi-finals

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Without conceding a point, New Zealand have cruised into the women’s semi-finals at the world sevens series event at Toulouse – but the Kiwi men haven’t fared so well. After losing their final pool game 29-14 to Australia, the All Blacks Sevens wound up on the wrong end of a three-way tie on points differential, as the Aussies and United States advanced to the quarter-finals. No such drama for the Black Ferns Sevens, who ground down a determined Canada in their final preliminary, before overwhelming Brazil in the quarter-finals, keeping their fourth clean sheet in the process. The NZ women barely touched the ball in the first half against the Canadians, but capitalised on a turnover near the tryline to lead 5-0 at halftime, then run in two more tries in the second half. Drawn against the best third-placed team, the Black Ferns proved no match for the South Americans in their knockout match, with Portia Woodman recording a hat-trick of tries and Michaela Blyde grabbing a double in

World Rugby: Shujaa to face Fiji, France in Toulouse Sevens

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Kenya Sevens will renew their rivalry with Fiji when they face off against the Tokyo Olympic champions in the seventh leg of the World Sevens Series to be held in Toulouse from Friday. The Toulouse 7s will be staged at The Stade Ernest-Wallon which has a capacity of 19,500. Led by new coach Damian McGrath, Shujaa will face off against Fiji, hosts France and Wales in Group B. Group A has Vancouver 7s winners Argentina who have been grouped alongside England, Canada and Japan. Australia are in Group C and will battle with New Zealand, Scotland and USA. The final pool has Samoa, World 7 series leaders South Africa, Ireland and Spain. Previously the France’s event used to take place in Paris but World Rugby announced new hosts cities which included Malaga, Seville (in Spain) and Toulouse for the 2022 events. Archadius Khwesa and Ben Salem are in line for their debuts as the Shujaa squad to the Toulouse and London legs of the World Rugby Sevens series was named on Saturday 14 May 202

World Rugby: Shujaa to face Fiji, France in Toulouse Sevens

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Kenya Sevens will renew their rivalry with Fiji when they face off against the Tokyo Olympic champions in the seventh leg of the World Sevens Series to be held in Toulouse from Friday. The Toulouse 7s will be staged at The Stade Ernest-Wallon which has a capacity of 19,500. Led by new coach Damian McGrath, […] http://dlvr.it/SQkfHX

NZ Rugby (All Blacks Sevens ) Toulouse 7s 2022 Schedule , LiveStreams , squad for HSBC World Rugby France Series

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World Rugby Toulouse 7s live stream NZ Rugby (All Blacks Sevens )  Toulouse sevens Games , Broadcast , Schedule, Medal Tally, Table results, wiki, Participating countries, Medallist, news , live Matches and Telecast details:- There are two men’s tournaments on the World Series this month – in France (20-22 May)  . France 7s Rugby is […] http://dlvr.it/SQkdwZ

Fiji Toulouse Sevens 2022 Schedule , LiveStreams , squad for HSBC World Rugby France Series

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World Rugby Toulouse Sevens live stream Toulouse 7s Games , Broadcast , Schedule, Medal Tally, Table results, wiki, Participating countries, Medallist, news , live Matches and Telecast details:- There are two men’s tournaments on the World Series this month – in Toulouse (20-22 May) Fans had to wait an extra few weeks, but the 2022 […] http://dlvr.it/SQkdsX

NZ Rugby (All Blacks Sevens ) Toulouse 7s 2022 Schedule , LiveStreams , squad for HSBC World Rugby France Series

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World Rugby Toulouse 7s live stream NZ Rugby (All Blacks Sevens )  Toulouse sevens Games , Broadcast , Schedule, Medal Tally, Table results, wiki, Participating countries, Medallist, news , live Matches and Telecast details:- There are two men’s tournaments on the World Series this month – in France (20-22 May)  . France 7s Rugby is fun for the whole family! It doesn’t matter, where you live, either Europe , America or Ocean .You will be able be catch the live action Vancouver 7s Rugby on TV All Blacks Sevens France Rugby 2022 Schedule Matches FIXTURE VENUE TIME Match 3 New Zealand 7s vs Scotland 7s Toulouse 12:24 Match 11 New Zealand 7s vs USA 7s Toulouse 19:24 Match 20 New Zealand 7s vs Australia 7s Toulouse 13:06 All Blacks Sevens 2022 schedule 9-10 April   HSBC Sevens Series, Signapore 16-17 April   HSBC Sevens Series, Vancouver 20-22 May  HSBC Seven Series, Toulouse 28-29 May  HSBC Sevens Series, London 29 July – 1 August  Commonwea

Fiji Toulouse Sevens 2022 Schedule , LiveStreams , squad for HSBC World Rugby France Series

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World Rugby Toulouse Sevens live stream Toulouse 7s Games , Broadcast , Schedule, Medal Tally, Table results, wiki, Participating countries, Medallist, news , live Matches and Telecast details:- There are two men’s tournaments on the World Series this month – in Toulouse (20-22 May) Fans had to wait an extra few weeks, but the 2022 France Sevens is here.  All 16 core teams on the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series have arrived in Vancouver this week ahead of the highly anticipated HSBC France Sevens on 20-22 May at Toulouse The annual tournament is scheduled for this weekend with 16 teams set to compete. The event is one of nine legs on the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series. Fiji 7s Toulouse Rugby 2022 Schedule Matches FIXTURE VENUE TIME Match 8 Fiji 7s vs Kenya 7s Toulouse 14:34 Match 16 Fiji 7s vs Wales 7s Toulouse 22:33 Match 24 Fiji 7s vs france 7s Toulouse 14:34 The #France7s moves Toulouse this year. Fiji are defending champions in France, winning the

2022 Rugby League : Kiwi Ferns v Tonga Womens & Kiwis v Tonga Double Header

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on Saturday 25 June will see Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland’s Mt Smart Stadium play host as the Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns line up against Pacific rivals Tonga in a blockbuster double-header worthy of the wait. The Kiwis will get in ahead of the Warriors by playing a test against Tonga at Mt Smart Stadium on June 25, with the Kiwi Ferns also making up a double header. The rugby league spectacle coincides with Matariki – the Māori New Year, falling on the inaugural public holiday weekend. The long-awaited international clashes will celebrate the return home to Aotearoa and the re-uniting of players with their New Zealand fans and communities. Fourteen years have passed since the Kiwi Ferns faced Tonga women, where they earned a 40 point victory at the 2008 Rugby League World Cup. Both nations will now meet again off the back of 2020 victories; the rookie lead Kiwi Ferns earned a 28-8 win over Fetu Samoa, while Tonga women had a dominant 66-8 performance over Niue. As both teams take the fiel

How to watch Ireland vs Maori All Blacks 2022 – When does it start, Live streams and schedule

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You are currently looking Ireland vs Maori All Blacks live stream 2022 MAB v IRE Rugby Summer Tour online in HD . It is possible to watch Maori All Blacks Rugby games online or on TV without an expensive Cable TV package.  Ireland will play two midweek fixtures against the Māori All Blacks on this year’s […] http://dlvr.it/SQbT40