Neath-Swansea Ospreys tonight promised to “move heaven and earth” in assisting the Celtic Warriors if they are disbanded by Welsh rugby chiefs.

Wales’ record international try-scorer Gareth Thomas looks set for a lucrative move to reigning European champions Toulouse.

Welsh regional side Celtic Warriors have suffered a severe blow with the announcement that their benefactor Leighton Samuel is to withdraw financial support.

Cardiff Blues fans have reacted angrily to their club discussing a potential merger with Celtic Warriors.

Rugby League legend Ellery Hanley has thrown down the gauntlet to Bath’s Premiership flops as they prepare for a daunting Heineken Cup opener against Biarritz tomorrow.