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Flying Chiefs winger James Lowe on defying the odds with arthritis

1 decade ago by Rugby Dump

Anyone who has watched Super Rugby this season will have sat up and taken notice of the Chiefs' backline, and in particular a young winger named James Lowe. Lowe, 22, has scored five tries so far this...

Two-week ban for Meakes

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

07 May 2015Meakes was dismissed during the second half for a dangerous tackle on Edinburgh centre Sam Beard. Following a disciplinary hearing on Thursday, tournament organisers confirmed...

Aviva Premiership Rugby Player of the Month for April

1 decade ago by Premiership Rugby

Joe Simpson's incredible run of form at Wasps has been recognised today when he was named Aviva Premiership Rugby Player of the Month for April.

Slade and Cowan-Dickie surprise Rugby World Cup mascot thanks to Land Rover Premiership Rugby Cup

1 decade ago by Premiership Rugby

An Ivybridge school pupil could barely contain his delight after being surprised by Land Rover and some of Exeter Chiefs biggest stars with the news that he will be an official Rugby World Cup mascot.

Thompson disappointed by recent defeats

1 decade ago by Premiership Rugby

Newcastle Falcons lock Kane Thompson admits his side must learn how to grind out results after a letting too many victories slip out of their hands this Aviva Premiership Rugby season.

Solomons expects tough encounter

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

07 May 2015The Murrayfield side became the first Scottish team to appear in a major continental final last week as they went head to head with Gloucester for the European Challenge Cup. But...

Throwback Thursday to what was a thrilling game at Welford Road

1 decade ago

When Leicester Tigers and Gloucester met at Welford Road in April 2011, we were treated to one of the best Premiership games you will ever see. With both sides looking to secure a place in the play-offs...

Ma'afu desperate to go out with a bang

1 decade ago by Premiership Rugby

Northampton Saints had to wait 134 years to claim their first English title but winning trophies is all Salesi Ma'afu has ever known at Franklin's Gardens.

Damian Welch set to feature against Saracens after ankle surgery...

1 decade ago by Exeter Express & Echo

Damian Welch should be able to play a significant part in Exeter Chiefs' final two games of the season after undergoing ankle surgery, according to head coach Rob Baxter. The second-rower was withdrawn...

Saracens v Exeter Chiefs: Match preview

1 decade ago by Exeter Express & Echo

Rob Baxter hopes that dropping out of the top four will be a weight off his players’ shoulders as they enter the final two games of the regular Premiership season. The Chiefs moved out of the play-off...