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RFU chief backs smaller Premiership to tackle financial crisis

London (AFP) - Rugby Football Union chief executive Bill Sweeney has thrown the organisation's support behind a 10-team Premiership to help solve the financial crisis in the English top flight.

AFP

RFU chief Bill Sweeney backs reduced Premiership to help solve financial crisis

The financial plight of Worcester and Wasps has seen the spotlight fall on the future of English club rugby

The Independent UK

Worcester placed in administration as interested party tells club to "strap in tight"

Worcester Warriors were suspended from all competitions after failing to meet a 5pm deadline to show they had insurance cover, had paid staff and had a "credible" plan to take the club forward

Daily Mirror

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Eddie Jones reprimanded by RFU over attack on ‘closeted’ players from private schools

Eddie Jones took aim at private schools in an interview over the weekend, insisting the current system in place affects the quality of players ultimately produced to play for England

Daily Mirror

Today's rugby news as All Blacks axe former Scarlets and Swansea bosses as New Zealand captain Sam Cane 'not good enough for Italy team'

The latest rugby headlines and news bulletins from Wales and the rest of the world

Wales Online

Rugby authorities to seek racism feedback in wake of Luther Burrell allegations

The 32-year-old said racism was “rife” within rugby.

The Independent UK

RFU launches investigation after Luther Burrell’s racism in rugby revelations

The Rugby Football Union has launched an investigation after the former England centre Luther Burrell’s revelations last month about racism in rugby union

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Bill Sweeney confident of England’s World Cup chances are series win over Australia

RFU Chief Executive Bill Sweeney feels Eddie Jones’ England team are “on track” for next year’s World Cup after a series win in Australia.

Evening Standard

Today's rugby headlines as Eddie Jones 'wounded' by traitor sledge and All Blacks' move for Scarlets coach branded 'laughable'

Jones was involved in a small altercation with a fan following the conclusion of England's tour in Australia, in which he was branded a 'traitor'

Wales Online

IRFU to review Club World Cup idea as RFU give backing

The IRFU is awaiting details of the proposed Club World Cup but is understood to be open to the idea of the four-yearly competition.

Irish Independent

Do we need to sacrifice a Champions Cup for rugby’s latest shiny idea?

There was one line in RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney’s pronouncements about rugby’s latest shiny new thing yesterday that jumped out from the page.

Irish Independent

‘Whatever happens after ’23, happens’ – Andy Farrell ‘regarded very highly’ as RFU search for next England head coach

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell is “regarded very highly” by the Rugby Football Union as plans to identify Eddie Jones’ successor as England boss continue.

Irish Independent

Andy Farrell highly regarded as RFU continues search for next England head coach

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell is “regarded very highly” by the Rugby Football Union as plans to identify Eddie Jones’ successor as England boss continue.

Irish Independent

England Rugby back Club World Cup in hope to create Ryder Cup-style rivalry

English Rugby has offered its public support for a proposed Club World Cup, with RFU Chief Executive Bill Sweeney describing it as a “very good idea”, and hoping it can encourage a rivalry reminiscent of the Ryder Cup between the two hemispheres.

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Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as English giants ready to turn to young Welsh duo and England boss makes statement on Eddie Jones

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Irish Independent

English RFU chief says new Club World Cup could create northern and southern hemisphere 'Ryder Cup-like' rivalry

Plans for a revolutionary ‘Club World Cup’ could encourage a Ryder Cup-esque rivalry between sides from the northern and southern hemispheres, according to Rugby Football Union chief executive Bill Sweeney.

The Independent UK

Ryder Cup-style Club World Cup gets RFU backing

Bill Sweeney has given his backing to the proposed new competition between the cream of the northern and southern hemispheres

AFP

Eddie Jones is 'the guy' to take England to 2023 World Cup: RFU chief

Twickenham (United Kingdom) (AFP) - Rugby Football Union chief executive Bill Sweeney said Thursday that Eddie Jones is the right man to lead England into next year's World Cup following a morale-boosting series win in Australia.

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The Independent UK

Eddie Jones backed to lead England at 2023 World Cup by RFU chief

Jones eased mounting pressure on his position by masterminding a series win over Australia

The Independent UK

Eddie Jones backed to lead England at World Cup by RFU chief Bill Sweeney

The Australian eased mounting pressure on his position by masterminding a series win over his native country.

Wales Online

Today's rugby news as Warburton backs Wales to stun Springboks and All Blacks call in Schmidt amid crisis

The latest rugby news from Wales and around the world

The Independent UK

Luther Burrell claims racism is ‘rife’ in rugby: ‘That’s the environment’

The former England centre opened up about receiving comments about bananas, fried chicken and slavery and being greeted with a racial slur

Evening Standard

Eddie Jones taking different direction as final England chapter begins with tough Australia tour

Eddie Jones and England have arrived in Australia for a tour that will not, as much as many fans and pundits think it should, decide his future as head coach.

Wales Online

Rugby evening headlines as Wales star's career still in balance and boss suffers pulmonary embolism

The latest rugby news stories from Wales and the wider world today

Daily Mirror

Tom Youngs reveals emotional team talk which fired up Leicester for double bid

"You don’t realise how cruel life can be sometimes, so you have to enjoy those moments"

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