3 HRS AGO - Resuming training is safer than visiting a supermarket and some Premiership players and coaches are "finding all the reasons" to avoid returning to play amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to Exeter Chiefs Director of Rugby Rob Baxter. Collapse

1 DAY AGO - World Rugby has rejected a proposal for an unofficial World Cup event next year aimed at boosting the game's finances after the coronavirus stoppage. Collapse

4 DAYS AGO - Second row signs for a year with option of another Kruis still keen to represent Lions and England againGeorge Kruis will end his 11-year association with Saracens in November and move to Japan after signing for Panasonic Wild Knights, but the Lions second-row still hopes to add to his 45 England caps.With Saracens dropping into the Championship as punishment for repeated breaches of the Premiership’s salary cap regulations, Kruis decided it was the right time to make a move he had been mulling over for two years. By basing himself abroad he will not be able to play for England unless an exceptional circumstance arises. Related: 'Every club makes a loss': Wasps chief on adapting to rugby's new normal | Paul Rees Continue reading... Collapse

6 DAYS AGO -   In the current climate, both in terms of Saracens’ predicament and the global crisis, it’s very easy to sit and navel gaze, reflect on the past, and think about where we go in future. Assuming financial survival post-Coronavirus, I think it’s important for us all to have perspective on where we are and what is about to happen. In reality, writing this is a form of self-indulgent catharsis but if you’ve got time, a comfy chair, and a cup of tea, do read on. Clearly I’m no stranger to healthy debate with fellow fans so feel free to discuss if I don’t bore you to death – this is a long one.   Collapse

7 DAYS AGO - Gallagher Premiership Rugby clubs will be unable to resume training for at least another two weeks, according to the Professional Game Board Chair Chris Booy. Collapse

18/05/2020 - Let us go back to the winter of 2012 and an early appearance by a young scrum half by the name of Ben Spencer when Saracens took on the (then) mighty Biarritz. It was a game which might have been played in South Africa if some had had their way but instead we had to settle for Watford. It produced a nail-biting finish as I remember when once again Saracens were destined to be England's only representatives in the knock-out stages of Europe's remier competition. How will they manage without us! Collapse

15/05/2020 - Scotland coach Gregor Townsend has said fly-half Finn Russell is available for selection again after the pair put their feud behind them. Collapse

14/05/2020 - Lord Myners says rule-bending is too common in English rugbyReport warns against cherry picking from list of improvementsEngland’s leading clubs have been warned that a fundamental change in attitude is needed to restore public trust in the wake of the Saracens salary cap affair. An independent review undertaken by Lord Myners also makes a raft of significant recommendations, including stripping titles from clubs found guilty of cheating their way to silverware. Related: Premiership players want answers over 25% wage cuts before training return Related: The Breakdown | From Aaron Cruden to Ma'a Nonu: are big-money rugby signings worth it? Continue reading... Collapse

14/05/2020 - England coach Eddie Jones has wadded into Rugby Australia's [RA] current state of issues on Australian podcast The Rugby Ruckus suggesting RA focus on reviving club rugby to its former glory and avoid imitating other nation's structures. Collapse