Monday Afternoon Round Up
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNewcastle sign Matavesi brothers Newcastle Falcons’ ambitious recruitment plans for the 2017-18 season have advanced with the news that Fijian international Josh Matavesi and younger brother Joel...
Italy coach looks to Rizzo
9 years ago by Sky Sports RugbyItaly coach Conor O'Shea has called up Leicester's Michele Rizzo to replace injured prop Dario Chistolini for the Six Nations meeting with defending champions England.
Six Nations: Where each team stands before Round 3
9 years ago by TheRoar.com.auTwo weeks into the Six Nations we have already seen more than enough to draw some conclusions about each team. The usual beautiful mixture of similarity and spontaneity that often defines the tournament...
Super Rugby 2017 Preview
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWe are previewing all of the Super Rugby teams ahead of the competitions kick-off on Thursday 23 February. Today we have a look at the Southern Kings, Sunwolves, Jaguares, Western Force and Blues keep...
Martin Johnson reflects on England win over Wales in Lions context
9 years ago by Rugby DumpEngland legend and former Test coach Martin Johnson has reflected on the thrilling Wales vs England Six Nations clash from round two, singling out Owen Farell as a key man in Eddie Jones' ambitions of...
Rizzo gets Italy call-up
9 years ago by Italy RugbyItaly coach, Conor O'Shea, has called Michele Rizzo into the squad to face England on Sunday. Rizzo has recovered from a knee injury and will replace the unavailable Dario Chistolini. The...
Team of the Weekend: 19th February
9 years ago by Ultimate Rugby1. Dave Kilcoyne The Munster loose-head was a late try hero for his side as they claimed a win over Ospreys in a crucial top of the table clash. Kilcoyne diving over with 2 minutes to go claimed the...
Former Leicester head coach Richard Cockerill to take charge of Edinburgh
9 years ago by The Guardian• Cockerill was sacked by Leicester in January• Edinburgh acting head coach Duncan Hodge will be backs coach againRichard Cockerill, the former Leicester coach, will become Edinburgh’s new head coach...
Dave Dennis on overcoming his slow start at Exeter Chiefs
9 years ago by Exeter Express & EchoDave Dennis says he is "loving it" at Exeter Chiefs after a slow start to his career in England.The Australian international made the move over the summer from the NSW Waratahs with a big reputation,...
Eddie Jones’ tactical periodisation stirs up perfect brew for England | Gerard Meagher
9 years ago by The GuardianCoach changes players from a tea-and-scones approach to sharp right to the end, which has helped extend the unbeaten run into the Six NationsWhen hearing Eddie Jones explain that England’s ability to...
