John Barclay rugby player
John Barclay rugby player

John Barclay

24th Sep 1986 1.91m/101kg Openside Flanker

The “old school” Scotsman making his mark in west Wales

1 day ago by Ultimate Rugby

Alex Craig is an “old school” rugby player enjoying a new lease of life.   The second row’s move to the Scarlets has seen him secure a return to the Scotland squad, with his fine...

Bob Skinstad and John Barclay discuss Boks in the Six Nations

1 year ago by Ultimate Rugby

The debate surrounding South Africa’s possible entrance to the Six Nations rages on with many calling it an inevitable prospect while others stand firm behind the tournament as it is.     Two...

SCO vs ENG: What the pundits said

2 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Scots were jubilant when the final whistle sounded at Murrayfield, heralding their significant achievement of keeping the Calcutta Cup for the second consecutive year after their historic victory at...

Scotland: Ex-captain John Barclay says strong Six Nations needed for Lions selection

3 years ago by BBC Rugby News

Scotland's players need to have a strong Six Nations to reverse British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland's perceptions of them, says former captain John Barclay. Full Story

"It's going to take a bit of time." - Welsh hooker on Pivac plan

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales head coach Wayne Pivac is weathering an agonising time at the helm with seven losses in nine tests. Pivac ascended to the national coaching job after doing great things with Welsh club Scarlets,...

Who are Amazon Prime’s rugby pundits?

3 years ago by Rugby World

A look at those providing expertise for the Autumn Nations Cup coverageThe team: Gabby Logan with Shane Horgan, Topsy Ojo, Dylan Hartley, Scott Quinnell, Serge Betsen and John Barclay (Amazon)A look at...

Legends of the game congratulate Ken Owens on 250 games

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

From Kieran Read to Jamie George to Mario Ledesma, a number of top players from the past and present have congratulated Wales and Lions hooker Ken Owens on reaching 250 games for his beloved Scarlets...

John Barclay Retires

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Former Calcutta Cup winning Scotland captain John Barclay has today announced his retirement from the sport following a 16-year career in professional rugby.   A Guinness PRO14 winner with Scarlets...

Ins and outs: A full list of the 2020/2021 Transfers

3 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

This is a list of player transfers involving all of the top flight leagues before or during the 2020-21 season.     Premiership BATH Players in: Ben Spencer (Saracens), Will...