All posts tagged "Six Nations"
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoFrench feelgood factor is shortlived | James Harrington
James Harrington attacks the hyperbole surrounding the Press' dubbing of a France 'Replacement XV' which competed for the Autumn Nations Cup
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoStick with Ollie for Six Nations – Greenwood
■By GARY FITZGERALD OLLIE Lawrence must get a “good long run” in the England side and show he can become the...
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Features
/ 5 years agoNorth v South games have set us up well for Six Nations
Q&A ALAN DICKENS ON THE RECORD Former Sale, Leeds, Saracens and Northampton scrum-half Alan Dickens has been head coach of England U20s...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoLipman’s concussion diary shows the problem
JACKSON PETER THE MAN TRULY IN THE KNOW By his own admission, Michael Lipman estimates to have been knocked out 30 times...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoPredictably same old Scots story
I SHALL now predict the Six Nations for Scotland 2021, perhaps best to imagine it in Eddie Butler’s voice... Opening weekend...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoEdwards factor critical for France
Lucky escape: England players mob Owen Farrell after he kicked the winning penalty in extra time PICTURE: Getty Images JERRY Guscott’s...
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International Rugby
/ 5 years agoNigel Owens announces international retirement after hitting 100-Test landmark
Welsh referee Nigel Owens ends his Test career at the age of 49 after hitting an unprecedented record in the Autumn...
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Features
/ 5 years agoQ&A – Simon Halliday: Revised Euro Cup formats will provide a great narrative
EPCR chairman Simon Halliday opens up on the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup format changes and the prospect of a World...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoSebastien is France’s unsung strategist
FRENCH COLUMN JAMES HARRINGTON Architect of success: Sebastien Piqueronies coaching the U20s Sebastien Piqueronies is not a name many will instantly think...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoEddie: We want more Lions than anyone
THE Lions have rich benefits for England’s development according to Eddie Jones, and he says he would like to see his...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoEddie can’t afford French lesson from their reserves
ENGLAND are oddson to collect their second trophy in two months by lifting the Autumn Nations Cup at Twickenham this afternoon,...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoGlasgow Warriors back row Matt Fagerson inspired by brother’s Scotland rise
The Warriors No.8 is intent on cementing himself as a starter under Gregor Townsend in the national side
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International Rugby
/ 5 years agoScott Quinnell wants to see Wales’ nasty side
Quinnell has serious concerns over Wales' ability to get over the gain-line judging by their performances this autumn
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International Rugby
/ 5 years agoBrett Gosper to leave World Rugby for senior NFL post in 2021
Brett Gosper will become the head of NFL Europe and UK in early 2021
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoCain column: The control freaks will stifle rugby fans’ interest
Nick Cain responds to Eddie Jones' calls for an end to the 'archaic' rule of naming a squad 48 hours before...
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Featured
/ 5 years agoJohnny Sexton says there is ‘no reason’ why he can’t play at RWC2023
Johnny Sexton is on 94 caps for Ireland and insists there is still plenty of aspirations he would like to realise...
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoShane Williams: It still wasn’t enough but Wales took a step forward
Read Shane Williams' verdict on Wales' loss to England at Parc y Scarlets, and how it relates to the pressure on...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoWe dodged the psycho horror show says Eddie
By ALEX BYWATER EDDIE Jones said his team escaped a “psycho horror movie” with Wales – and then targeted putting smiles...
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Features
/ 5 years agoDitch marquees if you want fair play
Marquee player: Semi Radradra of Bristol Bears COLIN BOAG Last week the Premiership confirmed their new salary cap regulations in a typically...
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Miscellaneous
/ 5 years agoEngland dodged a psycho film says Eddie
EDDIE Jones said his team escaped a “psycho horror movie” with Wales and then targeted putting smiles back on the faces...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoGraham chases ‘dream’ season to emulate Dad
By JON NEWCOMBE GARY GRAHAM insists there is no limit to Newcastle’s ambitions this season after they marked their return to...
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Miscellaneous
/ 5 years agoGive Tier 2 countries big games more often
JEFF PROBYN A FRONT ROW VIEW OF THE GAME With the finals next weekend, the Autumn Nations Cup is all but...
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Featured
/ 5 years agoSimon Shaw interview – Jamie George has the right temperament to lead Lions
As a two-time tourist with the Lions to South Africa, Shaw explains his thoughts on the players who are captaincy material
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International Rugby
/ 5 years agoFrance and Stade Francais legend Christophe Dominici has died, aged 48
Dominici's sudden passing comes as a shock to the rugby community around the world
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoSimmonds shatters Quins with power show
By GARY FITZGERALD Harlequins ................3pts Conversions: Smith 14 Exeter ......................33pts Tries: S Simmonds 22, 72, 75; Ewers 44, Townsend 79 Conversions: J Simmons...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoWounded Welsh Lions face battle for survival
NICK CAIN FEARS THE WELSH TRAVAILS WILL IMPACT WARREN GATLAND’S TOUR PARTY WARREN Gatland paid fulsome tribute to Wales’ rock-of-ages captain Alun...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoDeja-vu as Red Roses draw France in RWC
By SAM JACKSON TWO-TIME w inners England have been drawn against Six Nations rivals France in the Rugby World Cup 2021...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoRacism is rife says Warren
By ROB COLE Passion: Carys Phillips is back Inset: Warren Abrahams NEW Wales Women’s head coach Warren Abrahams believes there is...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoWales Look To Reset Following Poor Six Nations
Wales dropping to eighth in the Rugby union world rankings, now below Scotland, is the cherry on top of a rather...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 5 years agoLagi Tuima makes Red Roses return for second Test against France
England Women head coach Simon Middleton has named his Red Roses side hoping to finish 2020 unbeaten
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoJackson column: Byron Hayward carries the can for Wales’ flop against Scots
Hayward played an electrifying role in the Scarlets success under Wayne Pivac, but has he been a fall guy for a...
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Features
/ 5 years agoThis dash for cash could end in a crash
CHRIS HEWETT GUEST COLUMNIST If you fancy undertaking a basic English language challenge this Sunday morning – it really shouldn’t take...
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Features
/ 5 years agoPlay-off blues drive Bath hunger
NEALE HARVEY TALKS TO STUART HOOPER ABOUT BATH’S MISSION TO END THE TROPHY DROUGHT Driving standards: Ben Spencer inspired Bath’s post-lockdown...
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Women's Premier 15's
/ 5 years agoSilver lining for Galthie after Fiji cancellation
JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN Maestro: Maxime Medard scored for Toulouse in their win at Pau The Autumn Nations Cup got off...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoForwards get to grips with Georgia for Jamie treble
From NICK CAIN at Twickenham THERE were leaden skies above an empty Twickenham to greet the Georgians on their first game...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoBig Billy was like a pig in muck again
BRENDAN GALLAGHER VERDICT Isuspect most of us could have written the match report for England v Georgia on Friday morning over...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoPowder-puff pack has Wales on the skids and Georgia licking lips
By PETER JACKSON THE last time Wales lost more than six in a row, the head coach in question went on...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoUnfair tie-breaker
IT baffles me that England were awarded the Six Nations championship in a year that they finished tied with France on...
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Guest Blogs
/ 5 years agoBest Bookmakers to Bet on Rugby
Ruby is a high-paced contact sport with plenty of action during the 80-minutes of gameplay. While it’s a game that glorifies...
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoLet’s blood the newcomers against Georgia
Nick Cain suggests the team that England head coach Eddie Jones should test against the Lelos
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoCain column: Italy are hanging over the cliff edge in face of no coaches
Nick Cain looks at how the development of Italian coaches in the professional era is virtually non-existent
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoGuscott column: Wayne Pivac may have to drop Biggar to suit his blueprint
Jeremy Guscott looks at how Dan Biggar figures to be the No.10 in Wayne Pivac's system for Wales
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Featured
/ 5 years agoJackson column: Band aid for Wales in 2023 Rugby World Cup draw
The draw for the 2023 Rugby World Cup takes place in December
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Features
/ 5 years agoJason’s out to make Britain’s kids healthier
Jon Newcombe talks to World Cup-winning hero Jason Robinson about his latest call to arms Mission: Jason Robinson talks to youngsters...
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Features
/ 5 years agoLet’s blood wannabees and see if they cope
NICK CAIN SUGGESTS THE LINE-UP EDDIE JONES SHOULD PICK TO PLAY GEORGIA Roll dice: Eddie Jones No.8: Alex Dombrandt “Georgian rugby...
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Features
/ 5 years agoDoris has pressed his claim for Lions – Geech
NEWS EXTRA By GARY FITZGERALD CAELAN Doris is developing into a Lions contender according to Sir Ian McGeechan, who coached the...
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Features
/ 5 years agoFranco: Italy must fight with new pride
DANIEL GALLAN talks to Franco Smith the coach charged with making Italy competitive again Moment of hope: Jake Polledri scores against...
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Features
/ 5 years agoEngland are missing control and leadership
A FRONT ROW VIEW OF THE GAME JEFF PROBYN Although Eddie Jones has sung the praises of his team as they...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoMaxwell departure adds to Welsh problems
By ALEX BYWATER WALES’ state of flux on the pitch is being replicated in the boardroom with another high-profile figure set...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoKiwi Lowe gets Irish call
LEINSTER wing James Lowe has been included in Andy Farrell’s Ireland squad for the inaugural Autumn Nations Cup. The New Zealand-born...
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