All posts tagged "Lions"
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Dream Team
/ 5 years agoDream Team: London Irish centre Matt Williams
The Exiles centre picks his Dream Team based on the best he has faced as an opponent or played alongside
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoKeith ko’d by force of Marvelous Marvin
KEITH WOOD, of Garryowen, Munster, Harlequins, Ireland and the Lions, tells a story which he prefaces with an almost apologetic reference...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 5 years agoI wish Stander well, but he shouldn’t have played for Ireland | Brendan Gallagher
Respect CJ Stander and what he has done in rugby, but Brendan Gallagher will remain against the permittence of 'project players'
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoFranchise Cup: Dead-eye Tiaan Swanepoel puts Sharks to the sword
TIAAN Swanepoel struck a game-winning penalty in the final minute to clinch victory for the Lions in a 12-try thriller against...
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Features
/ 5 years agoLions turned hoses on Bevan and Gibson
MY LIFE IN RUGBY ALLAN MARTIN THE FORMER WALES, LIONS AND ABERAVON LOCK Mixing it: They nicknamed Allan Martin ‘Panther’ for his lineout...
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Six Nations
/ 5 years agoIreland 32-18 England: Outplayed, outfought, this was just dismal
Ireland give CJ Stander the perfect send-off. leaving Eddie Jones to defend an abject England performance
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Guest columnists
/ 5 years agoTale of two Tadhgs has sad ending for Eddie | David Flatman
THE two Tadhgs, Beirne and Furlong, achieved such dominance that England were rarely on the front foot. England looked meek in...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoYellow cards cost us says Sam
SAM Warburton bemoaned Wales’ lack of discipline after a lastgasp Brice Dulin try denied them a Grand Slam. After Gail Fickou’s...
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoWelsh luck ran out but future looks much brighter | Shane Williams
Shane Williams looks back on Wales' loss in Paris with admiration for Wayne Pivac's side
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Features
/ 5 years agoLack of relegation is not causing a loss of edge
COLIN BOAG Dog-fight: Worcester Warriors versus Gloucester It’s five weeks since the moratorium on Premiership relegation was announced, and if the...
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoA maturing Finn Russell can give Scots the key edge | Jeremy Guscott
IT is a long time since Scotland have had to live with the weight of expectation of winning matches in the...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoPRO16 heading Skyward with South African franchises on board
How close could the PRO16 come to reaching the TV sums struck by the Premiership and Top 14 in recent deals?
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/ 5 years agoDuhan the destroyer looks tailor-made for Gatland
By GARY HEATLY FORMER Ireland winger Tommy Bowe would “not be one bit surprised” to see Scottish powerhouse winger Duhan van...
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Blindside - rugby transfers
/ 5 years agoFickou move blocks Manu Tuilagi’s hopes of Racing 92 move
Gael Fickou's switch across the Paris divide from Stade Francais to Racing 92 allays Tuilagi's hopes of a move to the...
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Features
/ 5 years agoCardiff Blues want big pay-off for Dwayne Peel
CARDIFF BLUES are holding out for substantial compensation before allowing Dwayne Peel to make an emotional return to the Scarlets. The...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoJoe feels for exiled big brother Sam
JOE Simmonds admits he is frustrated at not getting a look-in with England but says it is his brother Sam he...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoLam’s ‘kick up backside’ made Sheedy Wales’ star
By NEALE HARVEY In control: Callum Sheedy dictates play against England in Cardiff Inset, Pat Lam PICTURES: Getty Images MODEST Wales...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoRussell’s my starter at 10 for Lions says Henderson
■By GARY HEATLY Lions front runner: Finn Russell FINN Russell’s all-round game has shown marked improvements during this year’s Six...
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/ 5 years agoGalthie in clear but French day trips forbidden – Laporte
FRENCH federation boss Bernard Laporte says there was no wrongdoing by the France squad before a coronavirus outbreak caused the postponement...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoBath 16-38 Exeter: They’re back – Chiefs smash six of the best
Chiefs get back to their best with convincing victory at the Rec
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoSpringboks will want their share of Lions flesh | Jeff Probyn
How should SA Rugby expect to be compensated for hosting a Lions 'tour' away from South Africa?
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoSwanepoel’s no slouch in giving Lions a solid platform
IT WAS a mixed bag for two of South Africa’s franchise heavyweights as they began preparations for the Rainbow Cup, launching...
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Features
/ 5 years agoYoung Guns: London Irish centre Will Joseph
The younger brother of England centre Jonathan tells Neale Harvey why the Exiles No.13 jersey is one he wants to make...
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Features
/ 5 years agoWorld Cup win left me totally shattered
MY LIFE IN RUGBY THE FORMER SOUTH AFRICA, LIONS AND LEEDS TYKES CENTRE JAPIE MULDER My uncle, Boet Muller, was a Springbok on...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 5 years agoLooks like it’s UK this summer for the Lions
THE Lions are finalising plans for a groundbreaking British and Irish tour this summer which could run to as many as...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 5 years agoLockdown exit reveal raises prospect of British & Irish Lions ‘home tour’
The British & Irish Lions are seeking an insurance from the UK government as part of their contingency to host the...
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Dream Team
/ 5 years agoDream Team: Exeter Chiefs and Wales wing Alex Cuthbert
The British & Irish Lions tour winner of 2013 selects a star line-up based on the best he has played with...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 5 years agoGuscott becomes pride of the Lions in Brisbane
Brendan Gallagher delves into some of rugby’s most enduring images, their story and why they are still so impactful Iconic Rugby...
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Super Rugby Pacific and Japanese Division One
/ 5 years agoSuper Rugby Aotearoa preview: Big test for Blues without Beauden
Ben Jaycock looks ahead to next weekend's Super Rugby Aotearoa kick-off – can anyone stop the Crusaders?
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoRed cards prove we must bring back ruck
HEAD high ‘hits’ in the pro game are not going away any time soon if Friday night’s narrow Bath win over...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoAll Blacks great Dan Carter retires at the age of 38
The three-time World Rugby Men's Player of the Year brings the curtain down on an illustrious career in professional rugby
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Features
/ 5 years agoMy Life in Rugby – Sean Scanlon: Rotherham were the fancy dress champs
Former Nottingham, Munster, Rotherham and Doncaster full-back Sean Scanlon reflects on his rugby career
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Features
/ 5 years agoExclusive – Jean de Villiers: Midfield selection’s a minefield but it has to be Farrell wearing No.10
Daniel Gallan speaks to the former Springboks captain, present in the first two winning Tests of the 2009 tour, to gauge...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 5 years agoNick Mallett calls for Lions tour to be delayed until 2022
The former South Africa head coach and outspoken TV pundit says SA Rugby need to 'push hard' for a delay to...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoWorld Rugby rule out global calendar until 2024
CHANGES to rugby’s global calendar will not come in before 2024. Discussions have taken place for much of the past year,...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoBristol 13-20 Sale: Luke’s late show sends league leaders crashing
Things get better and better for Alex Sanderson at Sale Sharks, with Luke James helping the visitors to Ashton Gate bag...
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/ 5 years agoLions lock Orie set for short stay at Ospreys
THE Ospreys look set to sign South African second row Marvin Orie from the Lions on a deal until the end...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoAlan made sure his men punched their weight
PETER JACKSON THE MAN TRULY IN THE KNOW Grand Slam winner: Alan Ashcroft on the rampage for England The Sixties had...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoEngland 6-11 Scotland: Hogg heroes make Eddie lads look like a pig’s ear
Nick Cain reports from Twickenham on where England simply failed to turn up in Round 1 of the Six Nations
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Features
/ 5 years agoQ&A – Nick Mallett: If Webb Ellis was playing now, he’d be kicking the ball
Respected South African television pundit and analyst Nick Mallett tells Neale Harvey how rugby styles should change in the years to...
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English Championship
/ 5 years agoLions prop Johannes Jonker agrees Ealing move
Director of rugby Ben Ward adds South Africa tighthead to Trailfinders' front row options
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Premiership
/ 5 years agoLondon Irish v Newcastle: Sean O’Brien aims to lead Exiles into Champions Cup
The British & Irish Lion is set to start against high-flying Newcastle Falcons, as London Irish aim to rise up the...
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Features
/ 5 years agoDelaney tips Elias to reach top level like Ken
NEWS EXTRA By STEFFAN THOMAS Dynamic: Ryan Elias RYAN Elias has all the attributes to be a British and Irish Lion...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 5 years agoLions have become a farce rages Willie John McBride
The Lions legend fears the tours will be squeezed into extinction by the Four unions
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoLeicester Tigers in new deal with Dan Cole
The England tighthead is now set to finish his career at Welford Road
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English Championship
/ 5 years agoFight to save Championship: Nick Cain talks to Coventry director Nick Johnston
The managing director of the Championship club fumes over the lack of collective agreement over the TEC and the absence of...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 5 years agoFans’ petition backs Lions tour to South Africa
The petition urging Lions organisers not to switch to a tour in the UK & Ireland has passed 5,000 signatures
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoIt’s better, but more to come from Ospreys says Booth
Toby Booth and Dan Lydiate comment on the Ospreys upturn in fortunes, with a resurgent George North key
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 5 years agoRugby Matters: Lions must be touring underdogs to survive
Brendan Gallagher on the essence of this year's Lions tour being at risk of being lost
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Latest News
/ 5 years ago‘Sports car’ Wade bulks up in pursuit of NFL dream
By JOSHUA PECK Focused: Christian Wade trains with Buffalo Bills CHRISTIAN Wade insists he is “locked in” on his decision to...
International Rugby
Will Genia backs the Henry Pollock hype but feels England need to be more fluid
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