Matt Kvesic set for a rest but Gloucester focussed on Harlequins
1 decade ago by Gloucestershire EchoMatt Kvesic is set to be wrapped in cotton wool ahead of Gloucester's European Challenge Cup semi-final against Exeter Chiefs.The openside flanker has been an integral member of the Cherry and Whites starting...
Bath Rugby are 'one of the best teams in Europe now', says head...
1 decade ago by Bath ChronicleResolute Mike Ford believes Bath Rugby are now one of the best teams in Europe, despite their recent disappointment. Confident in the fast-paced attacking style and a firm believer that more is still...
Exeter Chiefs v Northampton Saints: Match preview
1 decade ago by Exeter Express & EchoRob Baxter thinks Exeter Chiefs have no option but to take something out of Sunday’s clash with Northampton Saints at Sandy Park if they are to keep their play-off hopes alive. Just three points separate...
Scotland prop Low out for season
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsExeter Chiefs' Scotland international prop Moray Low is likely to miss the rest of the season. The 30-year-old hobbled off with a hamstring injury having come on as a replacement in Saturday's...
Chris Bentley column: Exeter Chiefs are entering the home...
1 decade ago by Exeter Express & EchoHow good was that then? An emphatic 48-13 win over Newcastle Falcons has booked Exeter Chiefs a historic first ever European Challenge Cup semi-final. Our opposition on that day will be Gloucester's Cherry...
Neil Doak welcomes Ulster headache as Jared Payne, Rory Best and Tommy Bowe return
1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: RugbyBy Jonathan Bradley – 08 April 2015Jared Payne, Rory Best and Tommy Bowe are all set to feature for the first time since January following their involvement with...
Exeter Chiefs' Byron McGuigan looking forward to cup trip to...
1 decade ago by Exeter Express & EchoUtility back Byron McGuigan says Exeter Chiefs will draw confidence from having already won at Kingsholm this season ahead of their European Challenge Cup semi-final with Gloucester on Saturday, April...
Concussed Patchell misses Blues trip
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsCardiff Blues will again be without utility back Rhys Patchell for Friday's Pro12 trip to Glasgow. Patchell was concussed by an illegal blow from Ulster's Nick Williams on 27 March. The...
Edinburgh coach eyes Euro final
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsAlan Solomons has urged his Edinburgh side to make the most of what he considers a great chance to reach the European Challenge Cup final. Sunday's win over London Irish handed Edinburgh...
Gloucester try-scoring hero Bill Meakes inspired by words of...
1 decade ago by Gloucestershire EchoBill Meakes has revealed words of wisdom from some of Gloucester's crocked stars inspired his try-scoring performance against Connacht.The Australian centre crossed for the second of two tries scored in...
