United Rugby Championship

John Cooney to depart Ulster Rugby at end of season

Ulster Rugby confirms scrum-half John Cooney will leave the province at the end of the current season.
18 March 2025

Jordan Larmour and Rabah Slimani extend contracts with Leinster Rugby

Jordan Larmour and Rabah Slimani have signed contract extensions with Leinster Rugby, committing their futures to the province.
12 March 2025

Ben O'Connor commits future to Munster Rugby

Ben O'Connor signs a new contract with Munster Rugby, staying in the Academy before progressing to the senior squad.
11 March 2025

JJ Hanrahan returns to Munster for third stint

JJ Hanrahan returns to Munster on a two-year contract, marking his third stint with the province as they strengthen their squad.
5 March 2025

Munster appoint Clayton McMillan as new head coach

Munster appoint Chiefs coach Clayton McMillan as their new head coach on a three-year deal starting in July.
27 February 2025

Franco Smith committed to Glasgow Warriors amid Wales links

Franco Smith remains committed to Glasgow Warriors despite speculation linking him to the Wales coaching job.
26 February 2025

Munster secure key contract extensions

Munster Rugby have confirmed contract extensions for John Ryan, Fineen Wycherley, and Fionn Gibbons, reinforcing their squad for the coming seasons.
24 February 2025

Ospreys sign Fiji captain Waisea Nayacalevu for season's remainder

Ospreys sign Fiji captain Waisea Nayacalevu until the end of the season as injury cover for centre Owen Watkin.
24 February 2025

Cardiff Rugby secure Harri Lewis on Academy Contract

Cardiff Rugby have signed young second-row Harri Lewis on a long-term Academy contract, investing in the future of Welsh rugby.
14 February 2025

Springbok star Makazole Mapimpi receives three-game ban

South Africa's Makazole Mapimpi has been banned for three games following an eye gouge incident in a URC match against Cardiff.
5 February 2025

Neethling Fouche extends contract with DHL Stormers

Neethling Fouché commits to DHL Stormers with a three-year extension, staying in Cape Town until 2028.
21 January 2025

Ulster Rugby extends contracts of front-row veterans

Ulster Rugby extends contracts of veteran front-row players, bolstering their squad with experience and leadership.
14 January 2025

Teddy Williams signs new contract with Cardiff Rugby

Scrum-half Tomos Williams commits to Cardiff Rugby with a new contract, extending his successful tenure at the club.
10 January 2025

Ospreys lock James Fender escapes lengthy ban

Ospreys lock James Fender receives one-game ban for red card croc-roll incident, cleared to play against Newcastle Falcons.
9 January 2025

Dragons prop Aki Seiuli signs with Utah Warriors

Dragons prop Aki Seiuli leaves the club for Major League Rugby, joining Utah Warriors for the 2025 season.
8 January 2025

Tom Ahern signs new two-year contract with Munster

Tom Ahern signs a two-year contract extension with Munster Rugby, committing to the province through 2027.
7 January 2025

Mack Hansen faces disciplinary panel over referee comments

Connacht's Mack Hansen faces disciplinary action over comments criticizing referees after URC defeat to Leinster.
7 January 2025

Nick Timoney commits to Ulster Rugby with new two-year deal

Ulster Rugby's Nick Timoney extends his contract for two more years, reinforcing his commitment to the team.
3 January 2025

Match Centre: United Rugby Championship: Cardiff 13-13 Dragons

Cardiff and Ospreys battled to a dramatic 13-13 draw at Arms Park, with both teams showing resilience in a thrilling derby.
2 January 2025

Pierre Schoeman extends contract with Edinburgh Rugby

South African forward Pierre Schoeman signs a contract extension with Edinburgh Rugby, continuing his successful journey.
26 December 2024