United Rugby Championship

Billy Burns among multiple departures from Munster squad

Billy Burns and six others to leave Munster at end of season amid major squad reshuffle under new head coach.
16 May 2025

Scott Fardy to depart Connacht as defence coach at season's end

Connacht defence coach Scott Fardy to leave after 2024/25 season as part of broader coaching changes.
15 May 2025

Wyn Jones returns to Wales, signs with Dragons

Wales and Lions prop Wyn Jones signs with Dragons RFC, strengthening front row for 2025/26 season.
15 May 2025

Ulster bolster front row with signings of McGuire and Crean

Ulster Rugby signs props Rory McGuire and Sam Crean to strengthen front row for upcoming season.
14 May 2025

Dragons secure Tongan star Fine Inisi for 2025/26 season

Dragons RFC sign Tongan international Fine Inisi from Moana Pasifika, boosting their backline for 2025–26.
12 May 2025

Connacht confirms departures ahead of 2025 season

Connacht Rugby announces key player departures, marking a significant squad transition ahead of the 2025 season.
9 May 2025

Sam Costelow signs new contract with Scarlets

Wales fly-half Sam Costelow signs new contract with Scarlets, reinforcing team's future ambitions.
9 May 2025

Iain Henderson returns from injury ahead of crucial Munster clash

Ulster Rugby have received a timely boost with the return of experienced lock Iain Henderson to full training ahead of their pivotal United Rugby Championship fixture against Munster this weekend.
6 May 2025

Dragons sign fly-half Tinus de Beer from Cardiff for 2025/26 season

Dragons confirm the signing of Tinus de Beer from Cardiff for 2025–26 to boost fly-half options.
3 May 2025

Stephen Archer to retire After record Munster career

Munster legend Stephen Archer retires after 300 appearances and 18 years of dedicated service.
30 April 2025

Jake Ball rejoins Scarlets ahead of 2025/26 season

Jake Ball returns to Scarlets after four seasons in Japan, bringing experience and strength to the team’s forward line.
29 April 2025

Dan Lydiate announces retirement from professional rugby

Wales and British & Irish Lions flanker Dan Lydiate retires from professional rugby after a distinguished career spanning over 15 years.
24 April 2025

Adam Beard to depart Ospreys at end of 2024/25 season

Ospreys Rugby announces that Wales international lock Adam Beard will leave the club at the conclusion of the 2024/25 season after a decade of service.
23 April 2025

Max Douglas joins Dragons RFC for 2025/26 season

Dragons RFC sign Australian lock Max Douglas ahead of the 2025/26 United Rugby Championship season.
23 April 2025

Scotland lock Alex Craig joins Glasgow Warriors for 2025/26 season

Glasgow Warriors have confirmed the signing of Scotland international lock Alex Craig for the 2025/26 season.
23 April 2025

Ulster confirms exit of eight players including O'Connor and Warwick

Ulster announces exit of eight players including veterans Alan O'Connor and Andrew Warwick after 2024/25 season.
22 April 2025

Cheetahs strengthen front row with Tielman Nieuwoudt signing

Cheetahs bolster front row by signing Bulls prop Tielman Nieuwoudt for the 2025 Currie Cup season.
22 April 2025

Duncan Munn signs first pro contract with Glasgow Warriors

Duncan Munn signs first professional contract with Glasgow Warriors after impressive performances.?
17 April 2025

Pete Wilkins steps down as Connacht head coach

Pete Wilkins resigns as Connacht Rugby head coach; Cullie Tucker to lead for remainder of season.
16 April 2025

Rieko Ioane joins Leinster on sabbatical amid past tensions

All Blacks' Rieko Ioane to join Leinster on a six-month sabbatical, rekindling memories of past tensions with Johnny Sexton.
16 April 2025