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Top club bosses call on England to help limit player workload
Top club bosses call on England to help limit player workload

England's top stars are playing too much rugby, but the responsibility of resting players shouldn't just fall on the clubs, according to the Prem's leading coaches.

Defence coach Edwards negotiating France exit
Defence coach Edwards negotiating France exit

Shaun Edwards' departure from France's national team is being negotiated after nearly seven years on their staff.

Northampton v Leicester – 'Epic' derby showdown in race for Prem glory
Northampton v Leicester – 'Epic' derby showdown in race for Prem glory

Soon-to-depart Northampton full-back George Furbank says Friday's Prem semi-final against Leicester is an "epic" showdown between East Midlands rivals.

Injured duo back for Tigers as Saints stars return
Injured duo back for Tigers as Saints stars return

Billy Searle and England international Freddie Steward return from injury to start for Leicester in their Prem semi-final at Northampton.

How brutal pre-season sent Exeter back to play-offs
How brutal pre-season sent Exeter back to play-offs

How Exeter's brutal pre-season set the tone for their return to the Prem play-offs after a five-year absence.

Willis wins Prem player of year before France move
Willis wins Prem player of year before France move

Saracens number eight Tom Willis says he has no regrets about his move to France next season after being crowned Prem player of the year.

Rest? Play? All options open for Itoje this summer say England
Rest? Play? All options open for Itoje this summer say England

All options are still open for Maro Itoje's summer schedule, with a final decision on the captain to be taken in a fortnight's time, say England.

Directors of rugby debate Prem season, gruelling schedules, England and Champions Cup
Directors of rugby debate Prem season, gruelling schedules, England and Champions Cup

Chris chats to the four men leading their clubs in this weekend’s Prem play-offs.

Kildunne will be a big miss for Quins - Wafer
Kildunne will be a big miss for Quins - Wafer

Ireland's two-time Women's Six Nations player of the year Aoife Wafer says Ellie Kildunne will be a "big miss" for Harlequins next season but is confident the England star will "make a huge impact wherever she goes next".

Harlequins 'perfect fit' for Packer after Saracens exit
Harlequins 'perfect fit' for Packer after Saracens exit

Two-time Women's Rugby World Cup-winner Marlie Packer agrees to join Harlequins for next season when she leaves Saracens.

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