London Irish-bound Ben Franks makes the cut for All Blacks
1 decade ago by Premiership RugbyRichie McCaw and Dan Carter will look to finish their World Cup careers in style after New Zealand coach Steve Hansen named an experienced 31-man squad on Sunday.
Wales cap 'dream come true' - Francis
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsWales prop Tomas Francis admits his rapid rise to international rugby is like "a dream" after winning first cap in Ireland.
South Africa select Bath Rugby flanker Louw
1 decade ago by Bath RugbyBath Rugby flanker Francois Louw has been selected in South Africa's 31-man squad for the 2015 Rugby World Cup.
Schmidt positive about Earls fitness
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsIreland coach Joe Schmidt says that the initial news of Keith Earls is positive after he was carried off against Wales.
Gatland praise for flanker Tipuric
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsWales coach Warren Gatland is impressed with open-side Justin Tipuric as he ponders his final World Cup squad selection.
Wasps say Singha Premiership Rugby 7s is the perfect platform for new season
1 decade ago by London WaspsJoy may have turned to heartbreak in the blink of an eye for Wasps at the Singha Premiership Rugby 7s final, but Elliot Daly insists the experience will still serve them well ahead of the new season.
Sale Sharks edged out at Singha Premiership Rugby 7s
1 decade ago by Sale SharksSale Sharks captain James Mitchell could not hide his disappointment that his side were edged out in the final of the Singha Premiership Rugby 7s Plate, after they went down 26-19 to Exeter Chiefs.
Exeter Chiefs lift their first trophy of the season
1 decade ago by Exeter RugbyThey may not have claimed top prize at the Singha Premiership Rugby 7s, but Exeter Chiefs skipper Sam Simmonds insists his side's character shone through as they claimed the spoils in the Plate competition...
Harlequins announce squad for match against USA
1 decade ago by HarlequinsHarlequins has announced their team for the match against the USA Eagles at PPL Park on Sunday 30th August, kick-off 15:00 (20:00 BST).
Francis 'bitter' over school memory
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsWales World Cup hopeful Tomas Francis says he was unhappy at being overlooked as a rugby schoolboy in England.
