April 2020 - Ruck

What happened next? Sir Clive Woodward’s first five debutants

Former England boss Sir Clive Woodward was widely lauded for his management of the English national…

QUIZ! Can you name 20 oldest national governing bodies for rugby unions?

This is surprisingly tough. Some went onto play the game at a high level while others…

International star was sacked after being ‘drunk all the time’

Former Bayonne president Alain Afflelou has recounted the October 2013 sacking of Mike Phillips, alleging the…

LIST | 7 of the best rugby misprints in history

Here at RUCK, we know the embarrassment a typo spotted by our eagle-eyed readers can cause.…

LIST | 6 rugby players who were infamously SACKED

RUCK takes a look at ten rugby players who have had their contracts terminated by their…

WATCH | The most spine tingling Lions speech from Sir Ian McGeechan

Sir Ian McGeechan’s final speech to the British Lions ahead of the third test (which the…

What a full strength Bristol Bears XV might look like next season

Although many more of the 40 plus squad could make an argument for inclusion, here’s a…

LEAVERS LIST | Edinburgh confirm nine departures, including John Barclay

​Edinburgh Rugby have today confirmed that nine members of the squad will leave the club at…

STATEMENT | Exeter Chiefs make generous donation to the NHS

Even in these tough times, Sandy Park and Exeter Chiefs are looking to play their part…

Jim Mallinder explains his exciting new role with Scotland

Jim Mallinder effectively took over as director of rugby for Scotland under a new title, replacing…

LIST | Ealing Trailfinders tipped to sign these five players this summer

After finishing runners-up for a second consecutive season in the Championship, Ealing Trailfinders are in strong…

Wales boss Wayne Pivac reveals FIVE of his players have suffered from coronavirus

Wales head coach Wayne Pivac has revealed that five members of his squad have suffered with…

TRANSFER | International star released from Leicester Tigers contract

Leicester Tigers have released Jonah Holmes from the final year of his contract with the club. The 27-year-old…

TRANSFER | Scotland international to join Leicester Tigers

​Centre Matt Scott will leave the club at the end of the season to join English…

TRY OF THE DAY | Martin Johnson sidesteps like a pro to score incredible solo try

Leicester Tigers’ legendary captain Martin Johnson, who was better known as a hardman, proved that he…