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Cameron Munster sends out warning shot as Australia aim to improve on opener

Cameron Munster surveyed Australia’s 42-8 World Cup victory over Fiji at Headingley in their first match in almost three years and said: “We should have…

Luke Hooley can make his mark at Leeds Rhinos says former coach

Leeds Rhinos signing Luke Hooley has been tipped to be a Super League success – by the coach who has helped get his career back…

Leigh Centurions are ‘here to challenge’ on return to Super League

Leigh Centurions head of rugby Chris Chester believes his club is well placed to buck their trend of lasting only one season in Super League….

Adam Sidlow keen to prove himself on Salford Red Devils return

Salford Red Devils signing Adam Sidlow has been challenged to prove himself a “first-rate frontrower” after helping Leigh light up the second tier. The seasoned…

Joe Westerman determined to secure a trophy with boyhood club Castleford Tigers

Joe Westerman is enjoying his third spell at Castleford Tigers – and second under the coaching of Lee Radford – and says helping the club…

Jordan Lane eager to play for Tony Smith at Hull FC after chat over coffee

Jordan Lane says he’s already pepped up for pre-season – after enjoying a coffee with new Hull FC coach Tony Smith. The seasoned team chief…

Hull KR confirm tough pre-season schedule including testimonial match

Hull KR will face Featherstone and Leeds in a pair of pre-season games which will help Willie Peters in his bid to hit the ground…

Betfred Championship news round-up

BATLEY BULLDOGS coach Craig Lingard wants local favourite Keegan Hirst to follow Luke Blake’s example after agreeing a deal to return to the club for…

Former players to launch legal claim against RFL over brain damage this week

Lawyers acting for 75 former players will this week launch a legal claim for negligence against the Rugby Football League. They say the governing body…