Newport were left to rue two first half injuries as they slipped to a 14-9 defeat in a close-fought National League Three Midlands clash at Longton.

Newport secured an impressive National League Three Midlands victory at home to Old Northamptonians – but it came at a cost as they picked up a handful of injuries.

Delighted Ludlow believe they have established themselves as a Midlands One West force – with a stunning derby win at Whitchurch that could have transformed the Shropshire pecking order.

Video footage has emerged of England captain Mike Tindall’s night out during the Rugby World Cup showing the sports star embracing a mystery woman.

Impressive Ludlow maintained their perfect start to life in Midlands One West as they edged out Kenilworth 17-5 in their first home game of the campaign.

Rob Clymer was the hat-trick hero as Newport recorded their first victory of the National League Three Midlands season.

Bridgnorth laid down an impressive marker for the Midlands Two West (North) campaign with a convincing opening day 36-5 win over Moseley Oak at the Edgar Davies Ground.

Frustrated but still optimistic – that’s the message from Newport after they were edged out in a low scoring encounter at Hereford.

Bishop’s Castle have been excluded from this season’s national rugby cup competitions – after failing to fulfil a fixture last term.

Wrexham-based Super League side Crusaders have suspended seven first-team players following alleged breaches of club discipline.

Shropshire’s top rugby union team are on collision course with an England World Cup winner next season.

A senior England appearance at Twickenham beckons for Shropshire rugby star Graham Kitchener this weekend.