Toby Flood: Toulouse are as passionate about rugby as Leicester
1 decade ago by The GuardianThe 29-year-old, enjoying the culture change in France, is used to the pressure of top clubs and is unfazed at facing seven of the newly announced England squad against BathEngland have announced their...
Rene Ranger on life in France
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldRene Ranger has a cult status back in New Zealand and he's brought his free-rolling, power-packed game to France where he's one of the star turns in an explosive Montpellier sideMagic man: Rene...
Schmidt prepared for life after O'Driscoll
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsThe battle to inherit Brian O'Driscoll's mythical No.13 Ireland jersey looks set to be a two-horse race between Robbie Henshaw and Jared Payne.
Leeds set for clash of continents
1 decade ago by Rugby World Cup 2015Part 8 in the RWC 2015 Host Cities and Venues series takes us to Leeds, which will stage Italy v Canada and Scotland v USA
Leicester Tigers in right frame of mind to defeat Scarlets in...
1 decade ago by Leicester MercuryMarcos Ayerza says Leicester Tigers are in the right frame of mind to claim a second Champions Cup win this weekend.Tigers opened their account with a 25-18 victory over Ulster last weekend...
Parisse wants a fast start this autumn
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsSergio Parisse has warned his Italian teammates that they will need to hit the ground running this autumn if they are to halt their recent slide.
Exeter Chiefs v Connacht: Match preview
1 decade ago by Exeter Express & EchoAfter seeing victory snatched from their grasp in Bayonne, Rob Baxter admits there is more pressure on Exeter Chiefs to beat Connacht at home this Saturday. The Chiefs opened their European Challenge Cup...
Chiefs opinion: Valuable lessons to be learned in Europe
1 decade ago by Exeter Express & EchoLast weekend's defeat in Bayonne was a cruel way for Exeter Chiefs to start the European campaign, with coaches and players frustrated and disappointed in equal measure. It's particularly tough to win...
Michael Cheika named new Australia coach after Ewen McKenzie resigns
1 decade ago by Telegraph Rugby NewsMichael Cheika will be in charge for Wallabies' European tour, which includes Test matches against Wales, France, Ireland and England
Lancaster pleased with leadership in England squad
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsEngland head coach Stuart Lancaster believes he is building a team full of leaders after announcing his squad for the autumn internationals.
