Schmidt ponders changes
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIreland are content to exist on the margins of this World Cup for the time being and this week have removed themselves from the maelstrom.
Fearless All Blacks will improve, insists Smith
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIn the immediate aftermath of New Zealand's victory over Argentina on Sunday, coach Steve Hansen was quick to point to the fact that it was his side's first game in five weeks.
White puts 'dark moments' behind him as he eyes World Cup debut
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentWhen Nathan White arrived on these shores four years ago, he had reached something of a crossroads in his career.
Vern Cotter’s slight provides Japan with plenty of fuel for the ire
1 decade ago by The TimesEddie Jones, the Japan head coach, accused Scotland of “unusual thinking” as he bristled at the groundless prediction that his...
Vern Cotter springs surprise with Richie Gray omission
1 decade ago by The TimesVern Cotter, the Scotland head coach, has made an unexpected move before his side’s opening World Cup match against Japan...
Power of our bench gives us the edge, say England
1 decade ago by The TimesThe extraordinary catalogue of injuries suffered by Wales has contributed to the belief in the England camp that the strength...
South Africa’s sports minister attacks slack Springboks
1 decade ago by The TimesThere is no hiding place for a defeated Springbok, as South Africa’s sports minister has made abundantly clear. The ignominy...
Japan’s hectic schedule will increase risk of injuries to their players
1 decade ago by The TimesJapan’s players will be at a higher risk of injury when they face Scotland tomorrow because they are being forced...
Michael Cheika primes masters of the breakdown for Twickenham
1 decade ago by The TimesMichael Cheika, the Australia coach, gave the clearest indication yesterday that he intends to expose England’s perceived weakness at the...
Scotland must stick to their game plan and keep control
1 decade ago by The TimesIt has been a glorious start to the World Cup. I was in Gloucester to witness Georgia upset Tonga 17-10,...
