#Renato Giammarioli

Steve Diamond and Worcester Warriors could be galvanised by their off-field issues Will Steve Diamond be able to work his magic at Worcester this season despite the problems surrounding the club? The 54-year-old starts his first full campaign in charge of the Warriors and will be looking to build on an encouraging end to last year, but with no…

Leinster cruised to a dominant victory over a depleted Gloucester in the Heineken Champions Cup, while Sharks narrowly beat Bordeaux to continue their strong start... James Lowe scored his 50th Leinster try during their dominant 57-0 win over a second-string Gloucester at the RDS. Lowe, who hit the half-century on just his 68th appearance, and…

The 2022-23 Gallagher Premiership season kicks off on Friday with a west country derby between Bristol and Bath at Ashton Gate. It is the 26th Premiership campaign, and 11-time champions Leicester will defend the crown they won after a thrilling Twickenham final against Saracens. Here, the PA news agency looks at the 13 runners and riders,…