Wales' dual contracts close - Gatland
1 decade ago by Planet RugbyWales boss Warren Gatland hopes to have his country's first dual-contracted players signed up within the next "three or four weeks". Several Test players are set to sign contracts that will be funded...
Gatland contract plan to stop exodus
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsWales coach Warren Gatland believes 10 to 15 dual contracts could be offered to help discourage the exodus of top Welsh players abroad. Welsh Test stars will be offered the contracts as...
Gatland hopeful over dual contracts
1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby10 September 2014A number of Test stars are set to pen deals that will be funded by the Welsh Rugby Union and Wales' four professional regional teams. The initiative is part of a new...
Dual deals are dangerous - Thomas
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsOffering Welsh players dual contracts is a mistake, says ex-Wales and British and Irish Lions skipper Gareth Thomas. Home-based Test stars will be offered the terms as part of the new...
Davies: High tempo
1 decade ago by Sky Sports RugbyIt’s been a good week in my beautiful new home in France and things are going well for the team in the Top 14. I’ve moved into a place here in Clermont, much to the relief of Damien Chouly who has...
Dual contracts 'will stop exodus'
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsWales captain Sam Warburton is confident new dual contracts will help stem the flow of talent leaving. Home-based Test stars will be offered dual contracts as part of the new deal ...
Guinness PRO12 2014/2015 Season Preview: Part 2
1 decade ago by The Rugby BlogMUNSTER Coach: Anthony FoleyKey players in: Robin Copeland (Cardiff Blues), Andrew Smith (Brumbies), Tyler Bleyendaal (Crusaders), Eusebio Guiñazú (Bath)Key players out: James Coughlan (Pau), James Downey...
Guinness PRO12 2014/2015 Season Preview: Part 1
1 decade ago by The Rugby BlogBENETTON TREVISOCoach: Umberto CasellatoKey players in: Jayden Hayward (Western Force), Rupert Harden (Gloucester), Joe Carlisle (London Wasps), Salesi Manu (Force), Sam Christie (Waikato)Key players out:...
The summer's headline-stealing moves
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsAs Welsh rugby gears up for a competitive season which starts on Friday, Scrum V recaps the big-name moves and who will feature for the four regions in 2014-15. Adam Jones became...
Season Preview: Guinness PRO12
1 decade ago by Planet RugbyWith the new Guinness PRO12 season kicking off this weekend on Friday, we take a look at the prospects of each of the 12 clubs. Find all the PRO12 transfers here. LeinsterCaptain: Ireland number eight...
