Facial injury delays Sam Burgess Bath debut until December at earliest
1 decade ago by The GuardianBroke his cheekbone helping South Sydney win grand final Player will stay in Australia after undergoing surgery Sam Burgess fractures cheekbone in NRL grand finalSam Burgess will not make his rugby union...
Slater issues challenge to Leicester Tigers teammates
1 decade ago by Premiership RugbyLeicester Tigers skipper Ed Slater admits a few home truths have been handed out at Welford Road in recent weeks after a disappointing start to the Aviva Premiership Rugby season.
Mike Ford: “people look at the negatives in players”
1 decade ago by RugbyMedia.co.ukAfter an off-night with the boot in Bath’s win against Saracens, in which George Ford only slotted four kicks from nine, questions have been raised over his kicking accuracy. Mike Ford spoke to...
Hogg: More wins must follow for Newcastle Falcons
1 decade ago by Premiership RugbyNewcastle Falcons have finally shaken off their losing streak but back-row Ally Hogg says it's no cause for celebration unless that winning feeling sticks around at Kingston Park.
Bath Rugby owner Bruce Craig says new European competitions will...
1 decade ago by Bath ChronicleBath Rugby owner and executive chairman Bruce Craig says there was never a "realistic expectation" that bosses of European rugby's new competitions could secure five main sponsors in time for next week's...
Bath Rugby owner Bruce Craig says new European competitions will...
1 decade ago by Bath ChronicleBath Rugby owner and executive chairman Bruce Craig says there was never a "realistic expectation" that bosses of European rugby's new competitions could secure five main sponsors in time for next week's...
Aviva Premiership Rugby ready for new European era
1 decade ago by Bath RugbyAviva Premiership Rugby is preparing for a dual assault on Europe after the continent's new-look elite competitions were launched at the Twickenham Stoop.
NRL chief eyes Burgess return
1 decade ago by Sky Sports RugbyNRL chief executive Dave Smith says he would use ‘exceptional power’ to help bring superstar Sam Burgess back once his Bath contract expires.
Richard Cockerill takes the criticism for Leicester Tigers bad run
1 decade ago by The GuardianDirector of rugby wants to protect his players Its my fault if we lose. Im not worried about the sackRichard Cockerill has promised to take criticism for Leicester Tigers poor start to the season head-on,...
VIDEO: Burgess delay a 'blessing' for Bath
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsBath head coach Mike Ford tells BBC Points West that Sam Burgess's injury could be a "blessing in disguise" as the cross-code star will have more time to adapt to rugby union.
