Double fullback blow for Bulls
1 decade ago by Rugby 365The Blue Bulls have suffered a major set back with two fullbacks, Jesse Kriel and Jurgen Visser set to miss the clash against the Lions in Pretoria.
Sexton in fitness race
1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby01 September 2014The British and Irish Lions fly-half could be sidelined for two months following a heavy clash with Craig Burden in Racing Metro's Top 14 contest with Toulon. The 29-year-old...
Win tickets to Blue Bulls v Lions!
1 decade ago by Planet RugbyCompetition time! Three lucky fans will win TEN TICKETS EACH to Saturday's Currie Cup clash at Loftus Versfeld. Yes! We're at it again as the tickets keep flowing. We've teamed up with Vodacom, proud...
Monday Round-Up
1 decade agoNo return for JOC: Wallabies head coach Ewen McKenzie has ruled out selecting either James O’Connor or Karmichael Hunt for his side’s impending tour of Europe in November. O’Connor, who is currently...
Premiership best league - Hibbard
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsWales and British and Irish Lions hooker Richard Hibbard says the Aviva Premiership is the best place to play rugby. Hibbard, 31, is preparing for his first season in the English top flight after...
Leicester Tigers: Places are up for grabs in season-opener, says...
1 decade ago by Leicester MercuryLeicester Tigers director of rugby Richard Cockerill said there are still starting places up for grabs after the club's pre-season schedule ended with a 21-17 win against Cardiff Blues.Tries from Robert...
Jonny Sexton Debut Analysis
1 decade ago by Touchline RugbyWhile his debut for Racing Metro was not a flawless affair, there were enough positives in what Jonny Sexton did to offer encouragement for the season ahead. The 28-year-old was as sharp as ever in attack...
Top 14 Preview: Clermont
1 decade ago by Touchline RugbyThe HistoryAssociation Sportive Montferrandaise Clermont Auvergne was launched in 1911 by Marcel Michelin, son of André, who founded the Michelin tyre company. The club was intended to provide entertainment...
Top 14 Preview: Toulon
1 decade ago by Touchline RugbyThe HistoryRugby Club Toulonnais was founded in 1908, with their first Bouclier de Brennus coming in 1931 after a 6-3 win over Lyon. The victorious team were greeted by 30,000 supporters on their return...
Top 14 Preview: Racing Metro
1 decade ago by Touchline RugbyThe HistoryRacing Metro 92 was originally founded as an athletics club in 1882. Their list of honours includes five French championships (1892, 1900, 1902, 1959 and 1990), a Pro D2 title (2009), and...
