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South Africa name training squad

South Africa coach Heyneke Meyer has named a 42-man squad for a special training camp ahead of the three-Test series with England.

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Deans facing selection dilemma

Robbie Deans says Australia's strength in depth has made picking a team for the visit of Wales and Scotland one of his hardest ever tasks.

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Evans honoured by fellow players

Harlequins fly-half Nick Evans will go into Saturday's Aviva Premiership final against Leicester as the Players' Player of the Year.

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London Welsh stun Pirates

London Welsh did their talking on the pitch as they kept alive hopes of securing an Premiership place with a 37-21 win over Cornish Pirates.

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Exiles to explore options

London Welsh will "explore all possible avenues" as they continue their quest for a place in next season's Premiership.

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Dowson to captain England

Phil Dowson will captain England in Sunday's non-cap international against the Barbarians at Twickenham.

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Foden relishing Tindall clash

Ben Foden is relishing facing Mike Tindall when England face the Barbarians in a non-cap international at Twickenham on Sunday.

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Welsh fail Premiership test

London Welsh have failed to meet the minimum standards criteria for entry into the Premiership.

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Murphy quits Ireland duty

Leicester Tigers captain Geordan Murphy has confirmed that he has played his last game for Ireland.

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Triple boost for Falcons

Newcastle have further strengthened their squad for next season with the signings of Andrew Higgins, Oliver Tomaszczyk and Alex Crockett.

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Halfpenny tips cap to Warburton

Wales star Leigh Halfpenny has hailed the influence of "great leader" Sam Warburton as he prepares to lead them on their tour of Australia.

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Quins star aims to repay faith

Danny Care is determined to repay the faith of those who stuck by him during a troubled season and inspire Harlequins to their first title.

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