👉 NEED TO KNOW TODAY 👈

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Ilona Maher: USA international Ilona Maher started at center for Bristol but fellow USA internationals Kathryn Treder and Alev Kelter each scored a try in Loughborough Lightning's 33-21 win over Bristol Bears Women.  

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‍Men's Eagles: While not official, reports suggest the USA Men's Eagles will face the Netherlands on July 5, followed by matches against Spain and England.

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‍Rugby Europe Men's Championship: Georgia achieved a record margin of victory with a 110-0 win over Switzerland. And Belgium clawed back from a large first half deficit but ultimately lost 40-30 to Portugal. And as Americas Rugby News reported, four European countries are 'closing in on qualifying for Rugby World Cup 2027.'

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‍Six Nations: Wales has now lost 13 straight matches and is on track for a second consecutive Six Nations wooden spoon, making Saturday morning's clash with Italy must-watch TV.

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📰 HEADLINES 📰

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MAJOR LEAGUE RUGBY

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Preseason Results:

• Houston 38 - 19 NOLA
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• Anthem 30 - 35 Chicago
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• RFCLA 31 - 40 San Diego
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🏉 QUICK HITS 🏉

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England: Jamie George fit to return against France as England try to 'break the dam' (The Guardian)

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‍High School Rugby: Wild Finish for Cathedral-vs-Torrey Pines Game (Goff Rugby Report)

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‍Wales Women: Wales prop Tuipulotu to miss Six Nations after surgery (BBC Sport)

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‍PWR Round 16 Review: Harlequins and Gloucester-Hartpury Claim Semi-Final Spots as Lightning Beat Bears and Saracens Win at Trailfinders (Premiership Women's Rugby)