England wary of Wales as Round 3 looms
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIt is a fixture which always embodies much emotion, tradition and attention, and this one will be no different as Eddie Jones’ England make the trip the Wales to take on Wayne Pivac’s charges...
Lessons Learned, Ringrose Aims For Roman Conquest
5 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsIt may be close to six years since their last Guinness Six Nations win, but Garry Ringrose is adamant that Italy have all the tools required to pose a difficult challenge for Ireland in Rome this Saturday....
Catt: We’ve Got To Get Our Finishing Right For Italy
5 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsDespite having just two tries to their name from as many matches in this year’s Guinness Six Nations, Mike Catt insists the Irish attack is moving in the direction. Having held similar positions...
Six Nations 2021: Jacob Stockdale to miss Italy fixture with knee injury
5 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsUlster winger Jacob Stockdale will miss Ireland's trip to Italy after failing to recover from a knee injury sustained at the start of January.
Wales won't need a crowd to be motivated against England, says Owens
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWelsh hooker Ken Owens has indicated that the lack of supporters at the Principality Stadium will do little to alter his side’s fired-up mindset as they prepare to face the English in Round 3 of...
Jaguares seek inclusion in Pro14
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe Pro14 could be expanding its ranks even further with news that the Jaguares from Argentina are knocking on the competition’s door. The Super Rugby franchise, along with the Argentinian...
With hard cash on the line there is little room for risk-taking
5 years ago by Irish IndependentAn Italian colleague was speculating with us last week on the damage to morale for his team after the first two rounds of the Guinness Six Nations. You can’t wear 91 points and keep a happy look on your...
How Iain Henderson became a calming influence in turbulent times
5 years ago by Irish IndependentThe two incarnations of Iain Henderson, the rugby player. First there is the young fella on the bench for his fifth Test, against Italy in Rome, in 2013. This is Declan Kidney’s Colosseum, and the locals...
Two further France players test positive for coronavirus
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbySix Nations leaders France are struggling to contain a coronavirus outbreak - Mohamed Haouas and Gabin Villiere the latest to test positive. France prop Mohamed Haouas and wing...
Nigel Owens explains why THAT Jonny May try was awarded vs Italy
5 years ago by Rugby DumpFormer international referee Nigel Owens has cleared up the controversial ruling surrounding Jonny May’s amazing diving try against Italy last weekend.
