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UAE end Asian Five Nations with a 47-21 defeat in South Korea

"This was our best performance of the tournament," says captain Alistair Thompson after holding home side until last 20 minutes. Read Article UAE end Asian Five Nations with a 47-21 defeat in South Korea

Harlequins happy to be underdogs to Leicester Tigers

Abu Dhabi, UAE- May 17, 2012) Harlequins rugby union team from England are training spent 45 minutes training at Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi May 17, 2012. (Sammy Dallal / The National)

Quins confident after Abu Dhabi preparation having topped the regular season, finishing a point ahead of the Tigers. Read Article Harlequins happy to be underdogs to Leicester Tigers

Harlequins in the shadow of Manchester City

The Harlequins, seen here during their game against Toulouse, have had a successful season. Adrian Dennis / AFP

But of the rugby union club side win the Aviva Premiership, it will not go unnoticed in Abu Dhabi, writes Paul Radley. Read Article Harlequins in the shadow of Manchester City

Japan are the real losers in the Asian Five Nations

Japan, right, were too good for Hong Kong during the Asian Five Nations, winning 67-0. Toshifumi Kitamura / AFP

Japan are Asia's best side to the extent that they have no real rivals in the continent. The lack of competition is not good for the growth of the game back home. Read Article Japan are the real losers in the Asian Five Nations

Our goals have been achieved, says UAE rugby official

UAE Rugby Association officials insist the national team have already exceeded expectations, ahead of their final Asian Five Nations match this weekend. Audio interview Read Article Our goals have been achieved, says UAE rugby official

UAE rugby union team to unleash 'unknown' Frenchman

Antoine Bertheuil will make his first start in a UAE shirt against South Korea at the expense of Patrick Hegarty, who drops to the bench. Audio interviews Read Article UAE rugby union team to unleash 'unknown' Frenchman

Rugby legend Michael Lynagh cleared to return home after stroke

Australian rugby legend due to fly back to London after stroke leaves him with damaged eyesite. Read Article Rugby legend Michael Lynagh cleared to return home after stroke

Leinster crush Ulster to win the Heineken Cup final

Third title in four years claimed with dominant display at Twickenham. Read Article Leinster crush Ulster to win the Heineken Cup final

Harlequins warm up in Abu Dhabi for English Premiership final

The team used a training camp in Abu Dhabi to prepare, and hope some of Manchester City's luck rubs on to them. Read Article Harlequins warm up in Abu Dhabi for English Premiership final

Why Gordon Tietjens and Sir Alex Ferguson have plenty in common

Rugby coach, inducted into rugby's Hall of Fame, has had sustained success for a long time and overcome several challengers – just like the Manchester United manager has. Read Article Why Gordon Tietjens and Sir Alex Ferguson have plenty in common

UAE show their skills to see off Kazakhstan

Home side rack up seven tries in Asian Five Nations 'relegation decider'. Read Article UAE show their skills to see off Kazakhstan

Rugby mates rally, all for the love of Moe

A group of kayakers will paddle 35 kilometres around the World Islands for Muthana Khafaji who has colon cancer Read Article Rugby mates rally, all for the love of Moe

The UAE players are committed to the cause

The amateurs have to balance their professions with their international careers. Read Article The UAE players are committed to the cause

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