Billy Vunipola joins England’s exodus to France with planned move to Montpellier

Billy Vunipola’s move to France marks the end of his England career – Getty Images/David Rogers Billy Vunipola is set to move to Montpellier next season and end his long career with Saracens and England. The 31-year-old becomes the latest England international to cross the Channel. Saracens colleague Owen Farrell has already confirmed his departure … Read more

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Benetton’s growth is one of the reasons for optimism in Italian rugby – Getty Images/Alessandro Levati There was a time in the not-too-distant past when the two Italian franchises, Benetton and Zebre, were considered the whipping boys of what is now known as the United Rugby Championship. Since 2010, with the exception of the Covid-imposed … Read more

Sports quiz of the week: champions, challengers, crowds and changes

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