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'He’s gone from the most attacking man in rugby to the most negative' - England scrum-half has a pop at Conor O'Shea

9 years ago by Irish Independent

Conor O’Shea has managed to change his reputation with a single 80 minute performance after England scrum-half Danny Care claimed Italy’s ‘no–ruck’ tactics had seen him go “from being the most...

Three-week ban for McLean

9 years ago by Sky Sports Rugby

Katy McLean has been banned for three weeks after being found guilty of making a dangerous tackle during England's match against Italy at Twickenham last weekend.

Women's Super Rugby to launch in England

9 years ago by Scrum Queens News

There are three new entrants to the league that differ from the current Women’s Premiership - Gloucester-Hartpuryand Waterloo who all compete currently in the leagues below are included while Loughborough...

World Rugby boss to 'discuss' Italy tactics

9 years ago by Rugby 365

REACTION: Bill Beaumont, the head of World Rugby, is to "discuss" Italy's controversial 'no-ruck' ploy at Twickenham last weekend after being urged to take action by England coach...

Top 5 Performers from the Weekend

9 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

1. Conor Murray The Munster scrum-half was excellent in Ireland's win over France. Despite a slow opening to the 1st half, Murray burst into life with his 10th international try.  A line break before...

'Desperate Italy tested England'

9 years ago by Sky Sports Rugby

Martin Johnson says Italy's ruck tactics were "slightly desperate" but England were not quick enough to react to it.

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: Italy's no-ruck ploy must be outlawed

9 years ago by Daily Mail - Sir Clive Woodward Column

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: I have rarely known an incident cause such debate! I admit, now the dust has settled, my view on Italy’s anti-rucking tactic has altered. It can’t be allowed to continue. ...

Guest Blogger: Differences between Alex Cuthbert Wales & Cardiff performances

9 years ago by Cardiff Blues Blog

Guest blogger Dan from the Cardiff Blues Blog on the differences between Alex Cuthbert Wales & Cardiff performances. Rewind two weeks and there's a social media storm brewing. Wales have...

'Burden on big-talking Scots'

9 years ago by Sky Sports Rugby

Eddie Jones insists Scotland will arrive at Twickenham for their Six Nations clash against England burdened by expectation.

'Fair play to Italy' says Haskell

9 years ago by Rugby 365

REACTION: England flank James Haskell admitted his side had been out-thought by Italy as the debate over the Azzurri's unorthodox approach to the breakdown continued on Monday.