Rugby News - Northern Hemisphere

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  • Wednesday, 2. November, 2011
    Edwards leaves Wasps post

    Edwards leaves Wasps post

    Shaun Edwards has left his position as head coach of Aviva Premiership side Wasps, the club have confirmed.

  • Wednesday, 2. November, 2011
    Haskell heads for Highlanders

    Haskell heads for Highlanders

    James Haskell was one of the surprise inclusions in the Highlanders squad which was unveiled on Wednesday for next year's Super 15 competition.

  • Tuesday, 1. November, 2011
    Edwards set to leave Wasps

    Edwards set to leave Wasps

    Wasps head coach Shaun Edwards is reportedly set to leave the Aviva Premiership club before the end of the week.

  • Tuesday, 1. November, 2011
    RFU to debate Johnson future

    RFU to debate Johnson future

    A clearer picture of the future for England manager Martin Johnson may emerge on Wednesday when the RFU management board convene.

  • Tuesday, 1. November, 2011
    Wilson extends Warriors deal

    Wilson extends Warriors deal

    Ryan Wilson has signed a two-year contract extension to stay with Glasgow until May 2014, the Warriors announced on Tuesday.

  • Tuesday, 1. November, 2011
    RL star Long makes code switch

    RL star Long makes code switch

    Former Great Britain rugby league international Sean Long has switched codes to join National League Two North outfit Preston Grasshoppers.

  • Tuesday, 1. November, 2011
    Terblanche makes Ulster switch

    Terblanche makes Ulster switch

    Ulster have confirmed the signing of former South Africa international Stefan Terblanche on a three-month contract.

  • Tuesday, 1. November, 2011
    Henry steps down as NZ coach

    Henry steps down as NZ coach

    World Cup-winning coach Graham Henry has officially stepped down from his role in charge of the All Blacks.

  • Tuesday, 1. November, 2011
    Mallinder interested in England

    Mallinder interested in England

    Northampton director of rugby Jim Mallinder has admitted he would be interested in becoming England coach.

  • Monday, 31. October, 2011
    Hartley: Players behind Johnno

    Hartley: Players behind Johnno

    Dylan Hartley insists manager Martin Johnson retains the full support of England's players.

  • Monday, 31. October, 2011
    Murphy edging towards retirement

    Murphy edging towards retirement

    Geordan Murphy will make a final decision on his Ireland future before next year's Six Nations, but expects to announce his retirement.

  • Monday, 31. October, 2011
    Harinordoquy 'won't miss' coach

    Harinordoquy 'won't miss' coach

    Talismanic back-row Imanol Harinordoquy has insisted he "will not miss" former France coach Marc Lievremont.

  • Monday, 31. October, 2011
    Hartley looks to erase memories

    Hartley looks to erase memories

    Dylan Hartley hopes Northampton's recruitment drive will help avoid another heartbreaking conclusion to the Heineken Cup.

  • Monday, 31. October, 2011
    Dragons tie down Wales duo

    Dragons tie down Wales duo

    Newport Gwent Dragons' Wales pair Toby Faletau and Lloyd Burns have signed contract extensions to keep them with the side until 2014.

  • Monday, 31. October, 2011
    Chiefs sign up Williams

    Chiefs sign up Williams

    The Chiefs have secured the signing of All Blacks centre Sonny Bill Williams from the Crusaders for next season.