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KCB Rugby's stunning victory at the 2025 Dala Sevens final marked a historic achievement, securing their fifth national title and cementing their position as the most successful side in the tournament's history. With this triumph, KCB moved past Kenya Harlequin, Impala, and Mwamba, who each have
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A major new study suggests that former male high-level rugby players in New Zealand have a 22% increased risk of developing Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia later in life compared to men in the general population. The study, supported by World Rugby and the New Zealand Rugby
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Kevin Sinfield, a former rugby league star turned charity fundraiser, is set to make a guest appearance at the New Keith Thompson Centre in Keighley, raising funds for the community centre. Sinfield, now part of England's rugby union coaching team, has raised millions of pounds in the battle
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As England's Pennyhill Park training base prepares for a three-day training camp, a 36-man squad has been announced for the upcoming Autumn Nations Series. Notably absent from the list is Owen Farrell, who has been on a sabbatical from international rugby since the 2023 Rugby World Cup. The
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As statues of legendary Welsh rugby players and sportsmen continue to be erected across the country, it's clear that a shift is underway to prioritize the people's favorites. This trend began in 1982, when Gareth Edwards, widely regarded as one of the greatest rugby union players
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South Africa, driven by their desire to defend their Rugby Championship title, will face a stern test as they take on New Zealand in Wellington. Having been outplayed in Auckland last week, the Springboks are refreshed and looking to prove a point. Rassie Erasmus' side has made significant changes
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The Mercantile Rugby and Football Association (MRFA) has been a driving force in promoting rugby and football in Sri Lanka since 1966. The MRFA's flagship event, the Mercantile Rugby Sevens, has grown to become a premier sporting event in the country, showcasing the team spirit of the corporate
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Wales and Dragons player Rhys Patchell has retired from professional rugby at the age of 32, ending a successful career marked by 22 caps for Wales and stints with top clubs in Europe and Japan. Patchell will remain involved in the sport, however, taking on a new role as kicking
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Roger Watcyn Thomas, a pillar of Welsh youth rugby, passed away at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of shaping the careers of numerous rugby talents, including Gavin Henson. Thomas spent 37 years on the Welsh Youth Rugby Union committee, including 10 years as assistant secretary and 6
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Gloucester Rugby's newest signing, Jack Mann, has suffered a worrying injury to his shoulder in the team's 14-12 victory over Munster on Friday evening. Mann, 25, looked sharp in his debut, scoring a try and impressing with his work-rate, but was forced to leave the field
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Wales international Mason Grady was forced to leave the field on his return to action after suffering a shoulder injury in Cardiff's pre-season match against Richmond. The 24-year-old wing/centre, who had been working his way back from a 10-month layoff due to a knee injury, will undergo
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Carl Hayman's tranquil rural life in New Zealand is a far cry from his glittering rugby career, which earned him the highest payment in the sport. However, the 45-year-old ex-All Black now grapples with early onset dementia, a condition linked to head injuries sustained during his playing days.
