Tom Croft faces 'catch-22' battle to prove fitness to England and Leicester
1 decade ago by Telegraph Rugby NewsThe Lions' flanker is desperate to build his match fitness, but unable to earn selection as he is not considered battle-hardened enough
Hurricanes 2015 Super Rugby preview
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auIn the 2014 ITM Cup the Wellington Lions suffered their worst season in 134 years. Despite the embarrassing results, there was no real accountability from the Lions coaching staff. Head coach Chris Boyd...
Warburton enjoys winning return to action
1 decade ago by Lions RugbyBritish & Irish Lions captain Sam Warburton enjoyed a victorious return to competitive action on New Year's Day.
Rugby Banter Page weekly round up
1 decade ago by Rugby Banter PageMonday 29th December:Wales Handed Faletau Fitness Boost: Wales No 8 Taulupe Faletau does not need surgery on his injured ankle.The Dragons and British and Irish Lions star had to seek specialist advice...
Robinson recalls electric Lions atmosphere
1 decade ago by Lions RugbyNew Zealand is next on the agenda for the sea of red and according to Jason Robinson, it is the fans that make British & Irish Lions tours so special.
Vunipola keen to forget injury woes of 2014
1 decade ago by Lions RugbyMako Vunipola is preparing for a productive 2015 after an injury-hit year left the British & Irish Lions prop frustrated.
Ireland’s captain Paul O’Connell considers retiring after World Cup
1 decade ago by The Guardian• Forward is undecided whether to play on after the tournament• O’Connell says Ireland have potential to win Webb Ellis Cup• Rugby World Cup: latest newsThe Ireland captain, Paul O’Connell, is...
Cuthbert to stay with Cardiff
1 decade ago by Lions RugbyBritish & Irish Lions wing Alex Cuthbert will not be leaving Cardiff Blues, chief executive Richard Holland has insisted.
Wellington ranked among world's best cities
1 decade ago by Lions RugbyWellington, the scene of the British & Irish Lions' finest hour on New Zealand soil, has been named among the top 10 cities to visit in 2015.
Beaumont and Haley sign new Sale deals
1 decade ago by The Rugby PaperSale have handed new two-year deals to rising stars Josh Beaumont and Mike Haley. Beaumont, 22, the son of former England and British Lions legend Bill Beaumont, has made the No.8 position his own this...
