Scotland’s Greig Laidlaw views Italy opener as launch pad for success
7 years ago by The Guardian• First 20 minutes and collective stamina are vital, says captain• Italy’s Michele Campagnaro given licence to roam from wingA fixture often positioned as an unloved epilogue to the Six Nations tournament...
Under 20 Six Nations - Round 1 Preview
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThe next generation of European rugby talent will be on show this weekend, with the opening round of the Under-20s Six Nations getting underway. Everyone will be hoping to match France as they...
A statistical look at the first round of Six Nations matches
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIreland are on a record run of 12 consecutive home wins as they prepare to host England on the opening weekend of the Six Nations. England will attempt to claim a rare...
Six Nations relegation not on the agenda, tournament organisers say
7 years ago by The Guardian• Six Nations chief executive says major changes not planned• There have been calls for Georgia to replace Italy in tournamentRelegation from the Six Nations has been dismissed as “absolutely not...
Thursday Evening Round Up
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyArchie White signs new contract with Harlequins Harlequins have confirmed that Archie White has signed a new contract with the Club. The 21-year-old back row has been a part of the squad for...
Townsend backs Australia-born Johnson to seize his Scotland chance
7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyThe Glasgow centre is poised to win his first Test cap against Italy at Murrayfield.
Australia-born Sam Johnson to make Scotland debut against Italy
7 years ago by The Guardian• Glasgow centre to partner Huw Jones in Six Nations opener• Uncapped flanker Gary Graham and hooker Jake Kerr on benchGregor Townsend will hand a Test debut to the 25-year-old Glasgow centre Sam Johnson...
Tony Fenner commits his long-term future to Coventry Rugby
7 years ago by Coventry RugbyCoventry Rugby have received a major boost with the news that Tony Fenner has signed a new long-term deal with the club. This contract will keep the 29-year-old utility back at the Butts Park...
Six Nations: Three Pontential Debuts In Scotland Squad To Face Italy
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScotland Head Coach Gregor Townsend has named three potential debuts his squad to face Italy in their Six Nations opener. Glasgow centre Sam Johnson will make his Scotland debut in their Six Nations...
Six Nations: Scotland & Treviso provide hope of competitive Italy campaign
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyItaly coach Conor O'Shea sees reason for optimism ahead of their Six Nations campaign, and is taking inspiration from Scotland. There appears little reason for optimism as Italy prepare...
