Conor O'Shea: I was never in for Munster job
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentThe invite promised the new Italy coach, but the man who turned up in Dublin yesterday is still the Harlequins supremo and, try as you might, there is no shifting him off message.
Williams believes Halfpenny has the mental toughness needed
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsLegendary Wales winger Shane Williams believes Leigh Halfpenny has the mental toughness to pull through the biggest challenge of his career so far after reportedly suffering another injury setback.
Goode good enough for England starting berth, says Ashton
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsMike Brown has been one of the first names on the England teamsheet for the best part of four years, but Saracens wing Chris Ashton insists he should now be looking over his shoulder ahead of their summer...
Tipuric out of Wales' New Zealand tour
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsJustin Tipuric will miss Wales' three-match Test series with New Zealand after being ruled out for three months with concussion symptoms.
Ireland clamour grows louder for Healy
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsMatt Healy is still waiting for his first Ireland cap but it cannot be far away if Grenoble head coach Bernard Jackman is to be believed.
Lancaster hails England's Grand Slam success
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsFormer England head coach Stuart Lancaster hopes the Red Rose move from strength to strength under Eddie Jones after hailing their Grand Slam success at the 2016 RBS 6 Nations.
Trimble reflects on mixed season with Ireland
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsFrom Rugby World Cup outsider to 2016 RBS 6 Nations everpresent, Ireland wing Andrew Trimble insists he was always confident he would return to prominence in an emerald green shirt.
Wales starlet looks forward to Cardiff move
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsWales Under-20s Grand Slam winner Rhun Williams is keen to develop as a player after signing a contract with the Cardiff Blues for next season.
Youngs playing with no fear
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsEngland scrum-half Ben Youngs admits he is playing with more freedom under new coaching at club and country after claiming Grand Slam glory.
Mermoz relishing European clash with Carter
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsFrance centre Maxime Mermoz is looking forward to locking horns with New Zealand fly-half Dan Carter as their sides meet in European club competition this weekend.
