Vern Cotter springs surprise with Richie Gray omission
1 decade ago by The TimesVern Cotter, the Scotland head coach, has made an unexpected move before his side’s opening World Cup match against Japan...
Power of our bench gives us the edge, say England
1 decade ago by The TimesThe extraordinary catalogue of injuries suffered by Wales has contributed to the belief in the England camp that the strength...
South Africa’s sports minister attacks slack Springboks
1 decade ago by The TimesThere is no hiding place for a defeated Springbok, as South Africa’s sports minister has made abundantly clear. The ignominy...
Japan’s hectic schedule will increase risk of injuries to their players
1 decade ago by The TimesJapan’s players will be at a higher risk of injury when they face Scotland tomorrow because they are being forced...
Michael Cheika primes masters of the breakdown for Twickenham
1 decade ago by The TimesMichael Cheika, the Australia coach, gave the clearest indication yesterday that he intends to expose England’s perceived weakness at the...
Scotland must stick to their game plan and keep control
1 decade ago by The TimesIt has been a glorious start to the World Cup. I was in Gloucester to witness Georgia upset Tonga 17-10,...
Rugby World Cup 2015: Australia to partner Michael Hooper and David Pocock in opener against Fiji
1 decade ago by The Telegraph"They have forced my hand, and that's exactly what you want from players," coach Michael Cheika says, as Fiji look to Japan for inspiration
Rugby World Cup 2015: Wales invasion to turn Twickenham factor on its head
1 decade ago by The TelegraphTwenty thousand opposition fans will travel to England's HQ which will make the atmosphere for the crucial game electric
Rugby World Cup 2015: England's Jonny May keeps his feet on the ground with domestic chores
1 decade ago by The TelegraphGloucester wing is looking forward to fixing his dishwasher and walking his dog when he goes home this week before England play Wales
Rugby World Cup 2015: Scotland to make three changes for much anticipated match against Japan
1 decade ago by The TelegraphSean Lamont will earn his 98th cap on the wing in place of Tim Visser, as Scotland aim to defeat a nation now one place above them in the world rankings
