Aviva Premiership Rugby News

The English Premiership, known as the Aviva Premiership, is the top professional rugby union league competition in England.  The competition was organized in 1987 and is one of the top league for professional rugby in Europe.  Get in the Gear of the Aviva Premiership at the World Rugby Shop.

  • Friday, 4. November, 2011
    Phibbs to start in derby clash

    Phibbs to start in derby clash

    Pat Phibbs will celebrate extending his stay at Exeter by starting his first Premiership game in the derby clash against Gloucester.

  • Friday, 4. November, 2011
    Three changes to Bath line-up

    Three changes to Bath line-up

    Bath have made just three changes to their starting XV for the tough Aviva Premiership clash with unbeaten Harlequins on Saturday.

  • Friday, 4. November, 2011
    Fuimaono-Sapolu in hot water

    Fuimaono-Sapolu in hot water

    Controversial Gloucester centre Eliota Fuimaono-Sapolu has been called before an RFU disciplinary hearing.

  • Friday, 4. November, 2011
    Hudson makes plea to fans

    Hudson makes plea to fans

    Newcastle captain James Hudson has urged Falcons fans to make their voices heard as the Aviva Premiership's bottom side face Worcester.

  • Friday, 4. November, 2011

    Henson has his work cut out

    Big Welsh inside centre Jamie Roberts has warned new Cardiff Blues recruit Gavin Henson that he will have to find some good form if he wants to nail down a starting spot this season.

  • Thursday, 3. November, 2011
    Hill ready for Falcons onslaught

    Hill ready for Falcons onslaught

    Worcester boss Richard Hill has challenged his side to rise to the challenge against Newcastle on Friday.

  • Thursday, 3. November, 2011
    Hudson returns for Falcons

    Hudson returns for Falcons

    Newcastle are boosted by the return of skipper James Hudson for Friday's Aviva Premiership clash with Worcester at Kingston Park.

  • Thursday, 3. November, 2011

    Preview: Premiership, Round Eight

    Harlequins will be out to extend their sensational unbeaten start to the Premiership season when they take on Bath this weekend while champions Saracens face a stiff challenge from the Sale Sharks.

  • Thursday, 3. November, 2011
    Phibbs to remain at Exeter

    Phibbs to remain at Exeter

    Exeter have confirmed that Australian scrum-half Pat Phibbs will remain with the Aviva Premiership club until the end of the season.

  • Thursday, 3. November, 2011
    New Gloucester deal for Trinder

    New Gloucester deal for Trinder

    Gloucester have secured the future of one of their most promising talents with centre Henry Trinder signing a two-year contract extension.

  • Thursday, 3. November, 2011

    Aussie Chief extends his stay

    Australian scrumhalf Pat Phibbs is to remain with the Exeter Chiefs until the end of the season after extending his contract with the Premiership club.

  • Thursday, 3. November, 2011

    Midfield ace commits to Gloucester

    Promising young Gloucester centre Henry Trinder has signed a two-year contract extension that will keep the 22-year-old midfield ace at the club until 2013.

  • Wednesday, 2. November, 2011
    RFU back Saracens plans

    RFU back Saracens plans

    Saracens have received backing from the Rugby Football Union for their revised proposal to refurbish Barnet Copthall Stadium.

  • Wednesday, 2. November, 2011
    Wasps stung by Shaw exit wish

    Wasps stung by Shaw exit wish

    Wasps have revealed Simon Shaw signed a contract extension before the World Cup, but now wants to finish his career overseas.

  • 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.