Mermoz relishing European clash with Carter
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsFrance centre Maxime Mermoz is looking forward to locking horns with New Zealand fly-half Dan Carter as their sides meet in European club competition this weekend.
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1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland snap up a confidence-building victory on day one of Hong Kong SevensEngland beat the series second-placed side South Africa 21-14 after two losses to New Zealand and series leaders Fiji. Prop James...
Melani Nanai scorching try not enough as Blues go down to Chiefs
1 decade ago by Rugby DumpBlues fullback Melani Nanai scored a classic 55m solo try but it wasn't enough as the Chiefs rallied to claim a 29-23 victory in another classic New Zealand derby thriller in Hamilton. The win sees the...
Cruden stars in Chiefs win
1 decade ago by Cape Argus - StormersWaikato Chiefs flyhalf Aaron Cruden continued his push for the All Blacks number 10 jersey as he orchestrated victory over the Auckland Blues.
Cruden instrumental as Chiefs beat Blues
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comThe Chiefs have extended their lead atop the Super Rugby standings with a hard-fought New Zealand Super Rugby derby win over the Blues in Waikato on Friday.
O'Driscoll backs Gatland for Lions job
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsBrian O'Driscoll backs Wales coach Warren Gatland to lead the 2017 British and Irish Lions to New Zealand.
Chiefs vs Blues: Super Rugby live scores, blog
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auRound 7 of Super Rugby opens in Hamilton when the Chiefs host the Blues. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage of this northern New Zealand derby from 5:35pm (AEST). The form book suggests this will...
No grudge: Brian O'Driscoll backs old foe Gatland for Lions job ahead of Schmidt
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentWales coach Warren Gatland would probably be the best person to coach the British and Irish Lions on their tour of New Zealand next year, according to former Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll.
Tom Marshall determined to secure first win in Gloucester...
1 decade ago by Gloucestershire EchoTom Marshall has been playing a waiting game in more ways than one since joining Gloucester in the summer – now he is hoping to finally taste victory.The New Zealand-born ace was the Cherry and Whites'...
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1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyDiamond previews Challenge Cup match against Montpellier"They are one of the super French sides," said Diamond."They are full of South African and French internationals, second in the table and will be...
