Jason Leonard
England's most-capped player Ben Youngs to retire from international rugby
England's most-capped player, scrum-half Ben Youngs, announces that he will retire from international duty after his 127th appearance this Friday against Argentina.
Oct 25, 16:20
England's Courtney Lawes to retire after Rugby World Cup
England forward Courtney Lawes confirms that he will retire from international rugby after his side's Rugby World Cup third-place playoff against Argentina on Friday.
Oct 23, 16:53
Damian McKenzie magic helps New Zealand qualify for quarter-finals
Damian McKenzie stars as New Zealand beat Uruguay 73-0 to book their place in the quarter-finals of the Rugby World Cup.
Oct 5, 21:48
New Zealand eviscerate Italy to keep World Cup hopes alive
New Zealand run in 14 tries, including an Aaron Smith first-half hat-trick, to eviscerate Italy 96-17 and keep their Rugby World Cup hopes alive.
Sep 29, 21:52
Preview: New Zealand vs. Namibia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Rugby World Cup clash between New Zealand and Namibia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 14, 19:47
Preview: Ireland vs. England - prediction, team news, head to head
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Six Nations clash between Ireland and England, including predictions, team news and their head-to-head record.
Mar 16, 17:40
Lions reach agreement with Premiership clubs over player releases
Lions stars who play in the Gallagher Premiership will now be available for the pre-tour Test against Japan at Murrayfield on June 26.
Apr 27, 13:06
Lions chief Jason Leonard admits South Africa tour will not be "traditional"
The Lions board and South African Rugby have committed to pressing ahead with the tour in the home of the world champions.
Apr 2, 22:19
Lions chairman insists South Africa preparations are "fluid"
Coronavirus restrictions are making for a challenging project.
Apr 2, 16:06
Spectators for Lions tour of South Africa remains shrouded in uncertainty
A number of obstacles still need to be overcome for the tour to take place at all.
Mar 23, 22:26
British and Irish Lions tour of South Africa to go ahead as planned
Contingency plans were being considered due to ongoing uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Mar 23, 16:13
On This Day: Jason Leonard retires from international rugby
The 2003 World Cup-winning prop made 114 appearances for England.
Mar 9, 08:46
Ben Youngs mentally resets cap count to zero as he eyes 2023 World Cup
"I wanted to have a clean slate, start again and envision that I'm starting from one again," said the scrum-half.
Nov 11, 22:16
Ben Youngs eyes 150 caps after England century
The scrum-half, who scored two tries against Italy, became only the second Englishman to win 100 caps after Jason Leonard.
Oct 31, 21:32
Ben Youngs set to join Jason Leonard in history books this weekend
Former Red Rose prop Jason Leonard earned 114 caps and Ben Youngs is about to reach triple figures against Italy on Saturday.
Oct 28, 13:58
England line up Australia coach Michael Cheika as Stuart Lancaster replacement?
The Rugby Football Union identify Australia's Michael Cheika to replace Stuart Lancaster as England head coach, according to a report.
Nov 9, 10:52
Steve Hansen makes six New Zealand changes for Tonga contest
Ma'a Nonu returns to make his 100th All Blacks appearance as Steve Hansen makes six changes to his starting XV for the Rugby World Cup Pool C contest against Tonga.
Oct 7, 12:38
Jason Leonard: 'England in healthy position going into World Cup'
Former England prop Jason Leonard believes that the current team are in a good position to challenge for the upcoming Rugby World Cup on home soil.
Jul 7, 20:34
