The championship kicks off on Sunday 29 June where Scotland will face England. They’ll then take on Australia on Friday 4 July, before rounding out their group stage fixtures against South Africa on Wednesday 9 July. Back-row Freddy Douglas will co-captain the squad, a testament to his leadership skills shown during the 2025 U20 Six Nations. Douglas is no […]
Big Maggie was at his best in May, leading from the front as captain in the absence of the injured Grant Gilchrist and Ben Vellacott. The number eight has always been a willing carrier of the ball, regularly taking the ball up dark alleyways to get the team go forward, and May was no different. […]
Duhan van der Merwe makes a welcome return to action, featuring for the first time since sustaining an ankle injury in late March. For loosehead prop Pierre Schoeman, it’s set to be momentous occasion in Dublin as he earns his first-ever selection in the famous red jersey from the replacements. This Friday’s fixture against Argentina for […]
Number-eight Magnus Bradbury, scrum-half Ali Price, lock Sam Skinner, and hooker Ewan Ashman all impressed in a month that saw Edinburgh claim impressive bonus point wins against Connacht and Ulster, whilst putting in valiant performances in defeat against Bath and the Vodacom Bulls. The winning player will be able to donate £500 – courtesy of […]
In an 11-try thriller that showcased Edinburgh’s resilience and attacking prowess, Everitt lauded his side’s fight while acknowledging the moments that ultimately cost them a semi-final berth. “We knew that the first 20 minutes were going to be vital,” Everitt said, reflecting on Edinburgh’s blistering start which saw Wes Goosen touch down and Ross Thompson […]
Ritchie’s inclusion is the only chage to the starting side that defeated Ulster to clinch Edinburgh’s playoff berth a fortnight ago. He starts at blindside flanker as Ben Muncaster shifts to the bench. Saturday marks the third clash between the two teams this season, with both games decided by less than a converted try. Bulls […]
For Goosen, this recognition is more than just an individual honour; it’s a testament to his resilience and growth after a challenging inaugural season in Scotland. “It was a pretty amazing award to win,” Goosen shared, reflecting on his Player of the Season triumph. “After my first year here, it was a little goal of […]
Duhan van der Merwe (ankle) – Has returned to training. Grant Gilchirst (hamstring) – Will undergo fitness test ahead of Saturday’s Quarter-Final. Ross McCann (foot) – Has returned to training. Charlie Shiel (kidney) – Sustained injury against Ulster. Will not return this season. Ben Vellacott (foot) – Expected back in mid-July. Mosese Tuipulotu (knee) – […]
The Edinburgh Rugby academy team will kick off their afternoon against Stewart’s Melville RFC in the first round at 11.36am, with the full tournament broadcast live on Premier Sports. The squad features a blend of current academy talents and exciting prospects. Current pro-academy players Currie, Lewis Wells, Jerry Blyth-Lafferty, Sam Leweni, Nairn Moncrieff, Hamish MacArthur […]