England should look to past to ensure they have a Rugby World Cup future | Matt McIlraith
7 years ago by The GuardianEngland head into their semi-final against New Zealand as underdogs, but they would be well served revisiting the tactics of the 2003 champions if they are to cause an upsetWe are expanding our coverage...
This Russian rock band thanked England for rugby in a performance that almost landed them in jail
7 years ago by Rugby DumpA group of Russian rugby players have formed a punk rock band and paid tribute to England rugby for inventing the game. They unfolded a large banner on the Moskva River and performed by the Embassy of...
Rugby World Cup: four players who can light up semi-final weekend | Ben Ryan
7 years ago by The GuardianEngland will rely on Owen Farrell’s pragmatism to topple Beauden Barrett’s New Zealand while Wales flanker Justin Tipuric will be out to stop flying Bok wing Makazole MapimpiIt can all be cart before...
No advantage gained from spying - Mitchell
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland defence coach John Mitchell does not believe New Zealand would benefit from seeing what England are up to in training. John Mitchell wished New Zealand good luck if they want to...
The South African Rugby Referees’ Association slams World Rugby's decision to cut Jaco Peyper
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe South African Rugby Referees’ Association (SARRA) has published an article on their website claiming that South African referee Jaco Peyper was set to officiate the Rugby World Cup semi-final...
Former Springbok flanker announces retirement from professional rugby
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Springbok flanker Heinrich Brüssow has today announced his retirement from professional rugby with immediate effect. The 33-year-old Saints and former South Africa flanker...
England set for Japanese tour next year
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland look set to tour to Japan next summer. Eddie Jones' side are set to face the hosts of the 2019 Rugby World Cup in a two-test tour in 2020. The RFU is yet to officially confirm...
South Africa’s Stick condemns ‘stupid’ spying and is wary of Wales’ kicking
7 years ago by The Guardian• Coach Mzwandile Stick says Springboks are ‘an honest side’• England’s John Mitchell says ‘no advantage in spying’ South Africa have condemned spying on opponents after England’s head...
Michael Cheika linked with Top 14 giants
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNow former Wallabies head coach Michael Cheika is being tipped to take over as Montpellier's director of rugby from Kiwi coach Vern Cotter. Cheika quit after five years as Wallabies head...
'I’m interested in a bunch of things': David Pocock moves on from Wallabies
7 years ago by The GuardianFlanker shifts focus after international career ends in Japan‘For me, issues around climate change, ecological crisis’Before he turns climate crusader, retiring great David Pocock says he’d be only...
