All posts tagged "World Cup"
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Columnists
/ 6 years agoJackson column: Christophe Dominici, so strong on the pitch, so fragile off it
Peter Jackson writes on the troubled childhood of the late France wing, who was freed from dark days by bringing light...
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International Rugby
/ 6 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
/ 6 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
/ 6 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
/ 6 years agoHarrington column: Top 14 clubs pay respects to France icon ‘Domi’
French rugby expert James Harrington recaps how French rugby paid tribute to Christophe Dominici following his tragic death
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Columnists
/ 6 years agoGuscott column: Please can we have more Ali and less Mayweather
Jeremy Guscott weighs into criticism of the style of rugby played in the Autumn Nations Cup which centres on low-risk play
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Premiership
/ 6 years agoThe Lone Ranger rides again with Gorgadze
CHRIS HEWETT Watching Beka Gorgadze play England and Wales on his own was an interesting experience, the young Georgian No.8’s carrying...
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Miscellaneous
/ 6 years agoMyth-busting Pumas show Lions the way
RUGBY MATTERS BRENDAN GALLAGHER A weekly look at the game’s other talking points PERHAPS it’s the boredom of lockdown but I’ve...
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Miscellaneous
/ 6 years agoWorld Cup brought best and worst out of Dominici
THE late Christophe Dominici, whose sad passing we mourn this week, was a compelling rugby player to watch, brimful of talent,...
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Features
/ 6 years agoCapped at 20, Nick was one of RGS’ finest
Huge loss: Nick Duncombe ONE of the many top players produced by RGS High Wycombe was scrum-half Nick Duncombe who, alas,...
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Features
/ 6 years agoMy switch to prop made me a Puma
MY LIFEIN RUGBY ALEX MORENO THE FORMER ITALY, ARGENTINA, LEICESTER, LEEDS, AGEN, BRIVE AND PERPIGNAN PROP IWAS fortune to have some very good...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoLoader looks to build rock solid case
By NEALE HARVEY Hot-stepper: London Irish wing Ben Loader PICTURE: Getty Images INSPIRED by the dazzling deeds of England’s Jonny May,...
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Columnists
/ 6 years agoCain column: King Sam Cane belittles his subjects – and his All Blacks captaincy
Nick Cain writes on Sam Cane disparaging his own captaincy with criticisms of All Blacks fans
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English Gallagher Premiership
/ 6 years agoSale Sharks to sign a fourth Du Preez as South African contingent grows
6ft10ins lock JP du Preez is on his way to Manchester from the Cheetahs
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International Rugby
/ 6 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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Featured
/ 6 years agoFirma Stella – the ultimate gift for the legend in your life this Christmas
Firma Stella has established itself as one of the leading retailers of authentic signed sports memorabilia in the UK. They sell...
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English Gallagher Premiership
/ 6 years agoLeicester Tigers take interest in Harlequins protégé Louis Lynagh
Lynagh is the son of Wallabies great Michael and spent time at Richmond earlier this year
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Columnists
/ 6 years agoRay Prosser – A tribute to Pontypool legend and icon of the amateur era
Pontypool RFC confirmed the passing of their legendary coach and former Test British & Irish Lion on Sunday at the age...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 6 years agoMay Day for Wales as Jonny warms up
By ADAM HATHAWAY JONNY May lit up Twickenham with a wonder score as England beat Ireland – then warned Wales England...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 6 years agoThat All Black axe is sharpening its blade
CHRIS HEWETT GUEST COLUMNIST It seemed like a joke worth telling. “What’s the difference between the All Blacks and an arsonist?”,...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 6 years agoTruth of Leo’s case has Gosper squirming
WE DO not live in an heroic age of rugby administration – quite the opposite, frankly – so we should bend...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 6 years agoIce-cool Scarratt gets the job done
By SAM JACKSON England ................25pts Tries: Harrison 17, Davies 45, Cleall 69, Kildunne 73 Penalties: Scarratt 80+2 France ....................23pts Tries: Gros...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 6 years agoAaron will remain a Dragon predicts Ryan
By ALEX BYWATER Staying: Aaron Wainwright DRAGONS director of rugby Dean Ryan is confident he will be able to hold on...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 6 years agoEddie won’t win RWC with this game plan
JEFF PROBYN A FRONT ROW VIEW OF THE GAME Ido hate to be a the one to spoil the party but...
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English Gallagher Premiership
/ 6 years agoNorthampton Saints secure one-year extension with Chris Boyd
The Kiwi director of rugby's previous deal was set to expire at Franklin's Gardens next summer
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Guest Blogs
/ 6 years agoTop Rugby-themed Online Slots and Computer Games
The deadly Covid-19 epidemic has dealt rugby Enthusiasts and sports fans all over the world a blow. The cancellation of major...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 6 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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Latest News
/ 6 years agoShaunaugh aiming to burn up the pitches
ENGLAND’s Shaunaugh Brown is putting her career in the fire service on hold to focus on next year’s World Cup. Harlequins...
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Women's Premier 15's
/ 6 years agoLuffman is latest Leeds old boy to hit Test level
NEWS EXTRA By JON NEWCOMBE YORKSHIRE’S influence in English rugby may be waning on the playing front but, from a coaching...
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Women's Premier 15's
/ 6 years agoThreat to Prem as 14 test positive
PREMIERSHIPRugby confirmed 14 positive Covid-19 tests, including ten players, after all 12 clubs were tested a week before the new 2020-...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 6 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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Features
/ 6 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
/ 6 years agoHarlequins lifeline for Sevens expert
Offer: De Carpenter FORMER England Sevens international Richard de Carpenter looks set to be offered a career lifeline with a short...
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Features
/ 6 years agoPumas have risen from quarantine slumber in true Edwards style
THERE is so much to enjoy on so many levels about the Pumas’ superb win in Sydney yesterday when they beat...
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Guest Blogs
/ 6 years agoAre there any Rugby Slot Games Available?
Punters say that the sport of rugby is a game for barbarians – played by gentlemen. We don't know if that...
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Columnists
/ 6 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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Features
/ 6 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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Latest News
/ 6 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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Features
/ 6 years agoVan Dyk signs for Exeter
EXETER CHIEFS have bolstered their prop stocks with South African Maks van Dyk. The 28-year-old tighthead will provide cover when England’s...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoChampionship want Sarries to ‘sod off’ says Greenwood
By GARY FITZGERALD Batting for Saracens: Will Greenwood WILL Greenwood claims Championship clubs would be happy to see Saracens go straight...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoWig signs for Tigers
LEICESTER have signed former England scrum-half Richard Wigglesworth following his departure from Saracens. The 37-year-old is the Premiership’s record appearance holder,...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 6 years agoRugby Matters: Cosmopolitan Harlequins had serious wheels
Black History Month may have ended, but Brendan Gallagher sees no reason to not highlight the speed merchants to don the...
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Guest Blogs
/ 6 years agoWhy New Zealand’s All Blacks have Dominated Rugby
The New Zealand All Blacks have been a force to reckon with in the world of rugby over the years. We...
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Six Nations
/ 6 years agoWayne’s still the man for me but this was so poor
THAT was not good enough from a Welsh rugby team. It’s now five defeats in a row for Wayne Pivac’s side...
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Women's Six Nations
/ 6 years agoScarratt leads Slam mission
■By SAM JACKSON Skipper: Emily Scarratt will captain England in Sarah Hunter’s absence ENGLAND go into battle seeking a second successive...
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The Rugby Championship
/ 6 years agoErasmus’ insults will come back
THE behind-the-scenes 2019 World Cup documentary Chasing the Sun shows footage of South Africa’s head coach, Rassie Erasmus, referring to Ireland...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoIronman Matt demands steel
■By ALEX BYWATER Up for the challenge: Dragons lock Matthew Screech LAST season’s PRO14 Ironman Matthew Screech will bring up a...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 6 years agoWorld Cup horror show too gruesome to witness
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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Features
/ 6 years agoCosmopolitan Quins had serious wheels
RUGBY MATTERS Quins favourites: Andrew Harriman, left, and Peter Mensah PICTURE: Getty Images Black History month officially ended yesterday, along with...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoOmar has credentials to be Lions’ inside man
By JON NEWCOMBE BRISTOL Bears defence coach Omar Mouneimne would love to be a wildcard pick for next year’s Lions defence...
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