New Super 18 format unfairly benefits some teams
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auWhat a complete mess SANZAR have made of Super Rugby! The 2016 Super 18 format is not only unnecessarily complicated, it also favours certain teams and prejudices others, with the Lions and the Sharks...
Mitchell closed Stormers door by himself
1 decade ago by Rugby 365EXCLUSIVE: Jan de Koning spoke to Golden Lions Rugby Union President Kevin de Klerk about the ongoing John Mitchell saga.
Changing of the Super Rugby seasons: Africa 02
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auAs a follow-up to the previous three articles pertaining to news about the Australian, New Zealand and Africa 1 conferences, this article provides detail on the fourth conference, Africa 02. Proudly containing...
Hard to be enthusiastic given Farrell's role in England flop
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIn a move that is sure to spark a great deal of discussion in rugby circles, the IRFU yesterday announced that former England and Lions assistant coach Andy Farrell would be the new defence coach to Ireland...
Ten ways to make 2016 a vintage year for rugby union
1 decade ago by The GuardianMaking the most of the Olympics, keeping the fans who went to the World Cup, a revitalised France and hungry Lions in New Zealand would be a year to savourAs the rain hammers down in Europe the hard, dry...
Jones extends Harlequins stay
1 decade agoFormer Lions & Welsh international prop Adam Jones has signed a new deal with Harlequins that will see him stay on for the 2016/2017 season.Joining Harlequins after retiring from international rugby...
Jones signs new Harlequins deal
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsFormer Wales and British and Irish Lions prop Adam Jones signs a new contract with Premiership club Harlequins.
Ulster Piutau fears recede as Wasps target halfpenny
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentUlster's fears of the prospect that Wasps may be planning a last-minute hijacking of the return of loan signing Charles Piutau may have eased as the newly flush English club switch their focus towards...
Friday Round-Up
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyMitchell's move to Stormers blockedJohn Mitchell's appointment as head coach of the Stormers was blocked by WPRU president Thelo Wakefield based on fears over his coaching style.Mitchell, who was the favourite...
Saracens lose Gustard to England
1 decade agoThe RFU have confirmed this afternoon that Paul Gustard will be joining the backroom staff as defence coach for England ahead of the 6 Nations. This means Gustard will be leaving Saracens who he is...
