Youngs says Curry has the ingredients to be an England great
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBen Youngs says the "unbelievably special" Tom Curry can go on to become one of England's greatest back-rowers. Curry has been outstanding in England's run to the semi-finals of the...
England should look to past to ensure they have a Rugby World Cup future | Matt McIlraith
7 years ago by The GuardianEngland head into their semi-final against New Zealand as underdogs, but they would be well served revisiting the tactics of the 2003 champions if they are to cause an upsetWe are expanding our coverage...
Rugby World Cup: four players who can light up semi-final weekend | Ben Ryan
7 years ago by The GuardianEngland will rely on Owen Farrell’s pragmatism to topple Beauden Barrett’s New Zealand while Wales flanker Justin Tipuric will be out to stop flying Bok wing Makazole MapimpiIt can all be cart before...
No advantage gained from spying - Mitchell
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland defence coach John Mitchell does not believe New Zealand would benefit from seeing what England are up to in training. John Mitchell wished New Zealand good luck if they want to...
The South African Rugby Referees’ Association slams World Rugby's decision to cut Jaco Peyper
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe South African Rugby Referees’ Association (SARRA) has published an article on their website claiming that South African referee Jaco Peyper was set to officiate the Rugby World Cup semi-final...
England set for Japanese tour next year
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland look set to tour to Japan next summer. Eddie Jones' side are set to face the hosts of the 2019 Rugby World Cup in a two-test tour in 2020. The RFU is yet to officially confirm...
South Africa’s Stick condemns ‘stupid’ spying and is wary of Wales’ kicking
7 years ago by The Guardian• Coach Mzwandile Stick says Springboks are ‘an honest side’• England’s John Mitchell says ‘no advantage in spying’ South Africa have condemned spying on opponents after England’s head...
Springboks sweat on the fitness of Cheslin Kolbe
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Springboks are hopeful that livewire winger Cheslin Kolbe will be fit and available for the Rugby World Cup semi-final against Wales at Yokohama Stadium on Sunday. The speedster has...
Joe Schmidt sticks his hand up for Ireland's RWC quarter-final exit
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyOutgoing Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt has taken responsibility for Ireland's failed Rugby World Cup as they failed to surpass the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals in Japan. Schmidt has...
Costly handling errors the root cause of Ireland’s latest quarter-final heartbreak
7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyThe difference between Ireland and New Zealand can be summed up in a few words after Saturday’s defeat.
