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That was the month that was: August 2021
Colin Renton provides his monthly round-up of stories from around the globe, including a new wine for Doddie, players on the move and tragedy in Wales …
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Clubland
Scottish Rugby urges member clubs to join social media boycott
There will be no activity on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and so on from 3pm on Friday until just before midnight on Monday …
International
Sean Maitland and Tim Swinson sanctioned for Barbarians Covid breach
Scottish pair were amongst group of 13 players who left team hotel without authorisation …
Glasgow Warriors
Tim Swinson comes out of retirement for 12-month deal with Saracens
Former Glasgow Warriors and Scotland second-row had hung up his boots so that he could focus on finishing his law degree but has been tempted into one more campaign …
Glasgow Warriors
Tim Swinson announces retirement
Scotland and Glasgow Warriors star was the driving force behind the formation of RPS, Scotland’s first rugby players’ association …
Glasgow Warriors
Glasgow Warriors make four changes for Dragons match
Oli Kebble and Adam Ashe return from injury to bolster pack …
Ayrshire Bulls
Players’ union poised to expand into Super 6 as first birthday approaches
RUGBY Players Scotland (RPS), the association which represents the interests of Scottish professionals, is set to expand its membership to include the new Super 6 squads. A successful if long overdue launch last November quickly …
Glasgow Warriors
Cheetahs v Glasgow: Dave Rennie picks battle-hardened blend for tough PRO14 opener
The World Cup has reduced the head coach’s options, but he has nonetheless been able to select some experience …
Glasgow Warriors
Glasgow Warriors name squad of 32 for Ulster friendly
HOOKER Johnny Matthews goes straight into the Glasgow Warriors side to play Ulster in tomorrow’s pre-season friendly after signing on a short-term contract, and Sean Kennedy is set to make his first appearance in his …
International
Richie Gray rejected two invitations to join Scotland’s World Cup training squad
Second-row was asked to be part of the initial squad in May but said no, and then declined another invite this week …