George Ford has final word to secure Bath a place in semi-finals
1 decade ago by The TimesUgo Monye summed up this frenzied Aviva Premiership match as “bittersweet”. The former England wing, in his final appearance at...
Future of Sevens threatened by funding cuts
1 decade ago by The TimesThe irony is rich. For years Scotland bumbled around the international sevens circuit while making a bit of a hash of hosting their home tournament. Now that they are getting their act together on...
Wales star Lydiate looks forward to season run-in
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsWales flanker Dan Lydiate admits Ospreys' clash against Glasgow Warriors tonight will be a tough test.
RWC 2015 team welcome ceremony venues announced
1 decade ago by IRBSeventeen landmark venues across England and Wales have been chosen to host Rugby World Cup 2015 team welcome ceremonies.
England could wear red in World Cup opener and use away dressing room
1 decade ago by The TimesEngland could be forced to wear their alternative kit, which is likely to be red, and use the away changing room at Twickenham for the opening match of the World Cup, despite hosting the tournament. ...
Lyle backs USA stars to earn their stripes
1 decade ago by IRBDan Lyle, once a trailblazer for American rugby players in England, is confident that the current generation of Eagles’ player can make a similarly lasting impression in the UK at Rugby World Cup 2015.
Lyle backs USA stars to earn their stripes
1 decade ago by IRBDan Lyle, once a trailblazer for American rugby in England, is confident that the current generation of Eagles’ players can make a similarly lasting impression in the UK at Rugby World Cup 2015.
'Playing for a national team should come from more than an extended holiday'
1 decade ago by The TelegraphThe residency rule The time it takes to qualify for the national side of the country you are living in is currently three years. I think it should be seven. But that won’t happen, so let’s split...
Nick Abendanon’s star would be just as bright at Bath
1 decade ago by The TimesNick Abendanon, adjudged the European player of the year, would not have been the player he has been this season had he stayed in Bath. That is a perceived wisdom. Even the full back has credited...
Derek Richardson reveals Wasps dream
1 decade ago by The TimesDoes he ever fail? It was a question whispered by one of the Wasps backroom staff this week as Derek Richardson’s groundbreaking plan to raise £35 million by selling retail bonds on the London stock...
