Sean O'Brien appeal unlikely but Ireland management will consider written judgement
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIreland are unlikely to appeal Sean O'Brien's one-week ban for striking Pascal Pape against France, although they will consider the written judgement before making a final decision.
Eben Etzebeth reacts to journalist asking 'Stupid Question' about nickname
1 decade ago by Rugby DumpSpringbok lock Eben Etzebeth wasn't too amused when asked at a press conference if he had any nicknames relating to comedian Sacha Baron Cohen's characters. The Crowd Goes Wild's James McOnie was responsible...
Sean O’Brien has been suspended for one week
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland’s Sean O’Brien has been suspended for one week for striking contrary to Law 10.4(a).Following a review of available camera angles, O’Brien was cited by independent Citing Commissioner Dougie...
All Blacks are prepared for the French
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyKieran Read says the All Blacks are prepared for multiple approaches from France when the two teams meet in their quarter-final on Saturday.France have caused New Zealand trouble in the past in World...
World Cup 2015: Time for a France revolution?
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldWhy France need a change in style to beat New ZealandIn a hole: France looked bereft of ideas against Ireland. Photo: Getty ImagesWhy France need a change in style to beat New Zealand
Brice Dulin on the Irish Loss
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyFrance back Brice Dulin has opened up on the emotions within the squad after their loss to Ireland."We hate losing so it’s hard, especially when playing the way we did. The match against Ireland was...
All Blacks appeal for France to keep it clean
1 decade ago by Rugby 365The All Blacks have appealed for Saturday's World Cup quarterfinal against France to have no repeat of the "filth" that has marred previous clashes between the rivals.
All Blacks trying to ignore ghost of 2007
1 decade ago by The TimesAsk any New Zealand player about the 2007 World Cup quarter-final defeat by France in Cardiff and they will tell...
Vern Cotter beware: Australia turn scrum from weakness to main weapon
1 decade ago by The TimesEvery rugby nation has its trademark image. Think of France and you see dazzling three-quarters sweeping towards the tryline. Think...
Sean O’Brien banned for Ireland’s World Cup quarter-final against Argentina
1 decade ago by The Guardian• Flanker had been cited for punching Pascal Papé during win over France• Further blow for Ireland following loss of Paul O’Connell through injurySean O’Brien will miss Ireland’s World Cup quarter-final...
