Archive for March 2012
Robson and Lowe talk ahead of Sarries v Quins
Harlequins' George Robson and George Lowe talk about Harlequins' massive Aviva Premiership fixture with Saracens at Wembley this weekend.
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Welsh regional Rugby – a failure?
By Jake Harvey
With a recent heavy decline in attendance figures and a mass amount of Welsh talent leaving their Welsh region to play elsewhere brings the question, what can be done to save Welsh rugby?
Let’s start at the beginning. In 2003, Rugby.
Ben Foden previews Bath vs Northampton
Northampton full-back and Guinness Ambassador Ben Foden spoke to Russell Hargreaves earlier today ahead of Northampton's crucial Aviva Premiership encounter with Bath at the weekend.
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Hartley banned for 8 Weeks
Dylan Hartley has been suspended for eight weeks for a biting offence but will be available for England's summer tour to South Africa.
New Zealand born Hartley was cited for biting the finger of Ireland flanker Stephen Ferris during England's 30-9.
Redpath admits Top 4 finish is unlikely for Gloucester
Following Gloucester's narrow loss to Exeter on Saturday, head coach Bryan Redpath admitted that Gloucester's chances of reaching the play-offs were slim.
When asked about the topic, the former Scottish international said "We've had too many games.
Bryan Redpath reflects on Gloucester's defeat to Exeter
Gloucester head coach Bryan Redpath was disappointed following their late loss against Exeter Chiefs on Saturday. Here's what he had to say:
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Exeter head coach Rob Baxter talks about the TMO
Following Exeter's late victory over Gloucester today, head coach Rob Baxter spoke to the media about the use of the TMO and the experimental changes that are being introduced. Watch the video in HD now.
James Pritchard's Blog #5
By James Pritchard
James in action for Canada
Two games into the playoffs and its 2 wins from 2. As captain I don’t think I could of asked for a better start to our playoff campaign, although we did make very hard work of our win against the.
Six Nations 2012 Review
By David van der Merwe
The 2012 Six Nations is a thing of the past and Wales have been crowned Grand Slam, Triple Crown and Six Nations Champions. The tournament however had some surprises as well as disappointments. Here is a brief recap on each team.
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Rowntree gives emotional endorsement to Lancaster
Following the Six Nations, England interim coach Graham Rowntree has given an emotional endorsement to Stuart Lancaster:
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Cipriani signs for Sale
Danny Cipriani is set to return to to English rugby following confirmation of a new deal with Sale Sharks.
The 24-year-old ventured to Australia in 2010, signing a deal with Super Rugby newcomers Melbourne Rebels. He will complete his contract with.
Hartley cited for Biting offence
England hooker Dylan Hartley has been cited following the 6 Nations match between England and Ireland at Twickenham on Saturday for an alleged biting offence.
The independent Six Nations Citing Commissioner for the match, Alberto Recaldini from Italy,.
Youngs and Robshaw reflect on England's win over Ireland
Following England's win over Ireland at Twickenham earlier today, Russell Hargreaves chatted to try-scoring scrum-half Ben Youngs and England's captain Chris Robshaw.
Wales crowned Grand Slam champions
Despite huge French defensive efforts and some missed kicks at goal, Wales held strong and came through as victors at the Millenium Stadium.
Having beaten Italy and every other the team already in the tournament, Wales came into the match as favourites.
Video: Dan Cole ahead of England vs Ireland
Dan Cole talks to Russell Hargreaves ahead of England's Six Nations clash with Ireland on Saturday.
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James Pritchard's Blog #4
By James Pritchard
Well I don’t think I could have asked for a better start to out playoff campaign than the 5 points we walked away with away at Rotherham on Saturday. Rotherham has never been a happy hunting ground for Bedford and things didn’t.
Info From The Front Row
By Graeme McNicol
Apologies are due... it’s been a couple of weeks since my last blog as I’ve been rather busy at work and at Lanark RFC.
We’ve had another substantial away trip, this time to Cowal RFC, and again it involved a coach and a ferry trip,.
Gethin Jenkins backs Warren Gatland for 2013 Lions tour
Wales and British & Irish Lions prop Gethin Jenkins has backed Warren Gatland to coach the Lions on their tour of Australia in 2013.
Jenkins, 31, has worked under Gatland since he took control of the Welsh team in 2008 and also in South Africa on.
Graham Rowntree ahead of England vs Ireland
Graham Rowntree chats to Steve Jones and Russell Hargreaves of the RFU.com podcast ahead of facing Ireland at Twickenham, on the back of beating France in Paris on Sunday. Graham also discusses his coaching role within the national set up and that of.
Twitter's Verdict: Should Stuart Lancaster stay?
Following England's victory over France in the Six Nations at the weekend, there has been speculation about whether Stuart Lancaster should keep the England job. Using our Six Nations discussion hashtag, #ScrumFive6N, you have been sending in your views.
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Audio: Foden and Sharples react to England's win over France
Following England's epic victory over France, Russell Hargreaves of the RFU.com podcast caught up with Charlie Sharples who replaced the injured David Strettle on the wing and try-scoring Northampton full-back Ben Foden.
England edge out France in Paris
England had won four of their last five meetings with France and only once in the last 11 Six Nations meetings with the French had England failed to score a try. France on the other hand, were unbeaten in ten matches at the Stade de France, a run.
Video: Manu Tuilagi on facing France again
Manu Tuilagi talks to Russell Hargreaves ahead of England's clash with France tomorrow.
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The History of France vs England
When these sides first met, five years after King Edward VII took the British throne, England were victorious as they were on 18 out of the 21 occasions prior to the Second World War. The scoreline at the Parc des Princes in Paris on March 22 1906.
Sharples replaces injured Strettle
England have called up Gloucester wing Charlie Sharples to replace injured David Strettle. Strettle, who has stood out for England so far in the tournament, has been ruled out of England's clash with France in Paris tomorrow with a chest injury.
Sharples,.
LV=Cup: Bath 16 Leicester 17
IRB Junior Player of the Year for 2011, George Ford, proved his incredible talent by kicking Leicester Tigers into the LV=Cup final as they narrowly beat Bath 17-16 at the Rec on Friday night.
Leicester, who didn't make the best of starts to their Aviva.
Jake White declines England offer
Following speculation that Brumbies coach Jake White was in the frame to take over as England boss, it has emerged that he has declined the offer. White Tweeted: "Always hard turning down a chance to win a world cup, but rugby is about making the right.
Jake White approached by the RFU
Current coach of the Brumbies Jake White has confirmed he has been approached by the RFU to take charge of England as Martin Johnson's permanent successor. However, the former South Africa coach has promised to remain in his current post for the rest.
James Pritchard's Blog #3
By James Pritchard
James Pritchard in action
It’s amazing what a week off from rugby does for the body. Not only do you get time to heal all those bumps and bruises you’ve been carrying around during the season but you come back feeling refreshed.
Graham Rowntree on Lewis Moody's retirement
Talking to Simon Ward of the RFU.com podcast, England forwards coach Graham Rowntree tells us what made Lewis Moody such a great player.
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Lewis Moody hangs up his Boots
Former England captain Lewis Moody has announced his immediate retirement from all rugby.
The 33-year-old's career has been hampered by several different injuries. Moody suffered a shoulder injury earlier in the season and it was confirmed on his website.
Ireland struck with Injury blows
Ireland have been struck with two huge blow with the news that scrum-half Conor Murray and Irish captain Paul O'Connell will miss the rest of Ireland's Six Nations campaign through injuries sustained in their re-arranged match with France on Sunday.
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France unchanged for England
Phillipe Saint-Andre has announced an unchanged side for France's Test against England on Saturday at the Stade de France.
After two shaking performances against Ireland and Scotland, Saint-Andre has been criticised for not freshening up his side but.
Late French effort rewarded only with a draw against Ireland
History was behind France at the start of this one, Les Bleus winning 55 of the 89 encounters, Ireland just 29. The last time these sides had drawn was in 1985 in Dublin, the score was 15-15 that day.
France hadn’t recovered fully from their shabby.
Post-match reaction: Bath 36-17 Worcester Warriors
Bath secured a bonus point victory over Worcester Warriors at the Rec with two tries coming from both Michael Claassens and Tom Biggs with Matt Banahan adding another. Worcester on the other hand could manage only two from Arscott and.
James Pritchard's Blog #2
By James Pritchard
Hello once again and welcome back for another week of my inner thoughts on rugby in the Championship and with a Bedford side, that after a good 5 point win on the weekend against a determined Nottingham side, are gearing up for.