Rugby Champions Cup predictions: our writers on the 2017-18 competition
9 years ago by The GuardianSaracens are still strong, Exeter can shine, La Rochelle to shock, and look out for a Pro14 revival and Steff Evans to make his nameRobert Kitson It is hardly original to single out Clermont Auvergne but...
Thursday Evening Round Up
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEtzebeth to lead Boks after Whiteley's return is delayed Springbok coach Allister Coetzee has confirmed that Eben Etzebeth will retain the captaincy of the national side on the Outgoing Tour to the...
Juan Pablo Socino given two-week suspension
9 years ago by Newcastle FalconsNewcastle Falcons' Juan Pablo Socino has been given a two-week suspension for striking the head of Exeter Chiefs' Ian Whitton with his arm contrary to law 10.4(a). The incident occurred in...
Exeter’s Jack Nowell could be out until December with fractured eye socket
9 years ago by The Guardian• England wing may need surgery for injury sustained against Newcastle• Munster confirm Johann van Grann will replace Rassie ErasmusExeter fear Jack Nowell will need an operation after fracturing his...
5 Times Sportsmanship Prevailed after Brutal Hits
9 years ago by Rugby DumpRecently, Wasps back-rower Nathan Hughes was commended for his display of sportsmanship after Exeter's Sam Simmonds was injured during the Chief's 31-17 victory. It reminded fans of the human side to...
Tuesday Evening Round Up
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHeathcote sidelined for three weeks with concussion Tom Heathcote will be targeting a return to action in November for Worcester Warriors as he battles back from another bout of concussion. The...
Heathcote sidelined for three weeks with concussion
9 years ago by Warriors RugbyTom Heathcote will be targeting a return to action in November for Worcester Warriors as he battles back from another bout of concussion. The Scottish international has not played since being...
Italy name name squad for November Tests
9 years ago by Italy RugbyItaly Rugby have announced a 34-player squad for the November Internationals. The squad sees the return of two veterans like Captain Sergio Parisse - record holder of 126 caps - and Leonardo Ghiraldini,...
England’s Jack Nowell set to miss Australia and Argentina Tests
9 years ago by The Guardian• Jack Nowell injured a cheekbone playing for Exeter Chiefs• Nowell certain to miss opening two European pool gamesEngland’s autumn international plans are facing further disruption with Exeter’s...
Fearless South Africa can rise from the ashes
9 years ago by Daily Mail - Sir Clive Woodward ColumnSIR CLIVE WOODWARD: South Africa were very unlucky not to beat the All Blacks, losing 25-24 in a match that showcased the best the Rugby Championship has to offer. ,
