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England Sevens hungry for home heroics

1 decade ago by IRB

England captain Tom Mitchell is confident his side can build on their success in Tokyo as they return to the UK for the final two rounds of the HSBC Sevens World Series.

Laidlaw determined to retain scrum-half role

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

The emergence of Sam Hidalgo-Clyne has given Scotland an abundance of options at scrum-half but incumbent Grieg Laidlaw is adamant he's still the man for the job.

Wasps would let George Smith go to Wallabies

1 decade ago by The Times

Wasps will not stand in the way of George Smith playing in the World Cup if the veteran flanker, who...

Ireland confirm interest in hosting Rugby World Cup in 2023

1 decade ago by The Times

Ireland will be competing against South Africa, France and Italy for the right to host the 2023 World Cup, it...

Saracens face Sale Sharks in delayed opening weekend of Aviva Premiership

1 decade ago by The Times

Saracens, the champions, will face Sale Sharks in their opening match of the Aviva Premiership on Saturday, October 17, after...

RBS 6 Nations win provides springboard for World Cup

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

Ireland's performance director David Nucifora believes retaining the RBS 6 Nations title has provided the players with "a great springboard" heading into the World Cup later this year.

Farrell determined to push Ford all the way

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

Injury scuppered Owen Farrell's chance of making an impact at the 2015 RBS 6 Nations and he readily admits George Ford is the man to beat at fly-half for England.

Statement - Head Injury Assessment (Wales v England)

1 decade ago by IRB

World Rugby statement following Friday night's Wales v England RBS 6 Nations match in Cardiff.

Pools declared for USA Sevens in Las Vegas

1 decade ago by IRB

The pools have been drawn for round five of the HSBC Sevens World Series in Las Vegas, with New Zealand heading Pool A after winning their home tournament in Wellington.

New Zealand to defend title in Cup final at Sevens Wellington

1 decade ago by IRB

Defending champions New Zealand will meet England in the Cup final at the fourth round of the 2014/15 HSBC Sevens World Series played at the Westpac Stadium in Wellington