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How France 'choked' the All Blacks

1 decade ago by IRB

In the first part of an abridged interview from World Rugby TV, former France defence coach Dave Ellis reflects on his time with Les Bleus at the Rugby World Cup in 2003 and 2007.

Rugby World Cup: Twickenham cauldron can inspire England to glory, says Chris Ashton

1 decade ago by The Telegraph

Exclusive: Telegraph Sport's new columnist Chris Ashton tells Paul Hayward why the crowd could win England the World Cup - and reveals his agony at missing out on the party

We'll be alright on the night, says O'Mahony

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

Flanker Peter O'Mahony has played down the significance of Ireland's defeat to England in their World Cup warm-up match at the weekend.

Chiliboy Ralepelle banned for two years for steroid use

1 decade ago by The Times

Chiliboy Ralepelle, the former South Africa hooker and the first black player to captain his country, has been banned for...

Canada hope for Pan Am Games double

1 decade ago by IRB

Canada's men will defend their Pan American Games title on home soil this weekend when a women's competition will also be held for the first time.

How Geoff Parling's nous helped England past Ireland in final Rugby World Cup warm-up match

1 decade ago by The Telegraph

Analysis: Geoff Parling shored up England's lineout and confounded Ireland with selfless, intelligent graft, writes Charlie Morgan

Stuart Lancaster must get creative to ensure reserves of strength

1 decade ago by The Times

There was a sense of something special in the air at Twickenham. An England team with the aptitude and ability...

Brad Barritt returns with a bang to complete balancing act

1 decade ago by The Times

Sam Burgess is not so much a rugby player as a national neurosis. Will Carling has been on the phone...

England rediscover reason to believe as Wales lick wounds

1 decade ago by The Times

With a considerable sigh of relief, England relocated the right track to the World Cup on Saturday. However, the sad...

Danger man Nemani Nadolo confirms Fiji’s attacking menace

1 decade ago by The Times

Stuart Lancaster, the England head coach, and Andy Farrell, his assistant, watched Fiji’s final preparations for the World Cup opener...