Global rugby superstar Jonah Lomu died broke, a victim of his own generosity and a 20-year illness that diminished his ability to work — prompting the setting up of a trust fund to support his children.

Irish players are amongst those being left at increased risk of concussion-related injuries due to the failure of the PRO12, Heineken Cup and Six Nations to adopt IRB guidelines, according to a leading player advocate.

THE All Blacks are just 80 minutes away from a €1.75m payday.

The New Zealand Rugby Union has averted a potential World Cup disaster by agreeing a bonus payment structure with the All Blacks squad just a day before the official deadline.