Marcus Smith can have a game-changing impact for England

I raised my eyebrows at the rapid promotion of prop Lewis Boyce into the England squad and I am surprised there is an asterisk next to Marcus Smith’s name, denoting his ‘apprentice’ status. ...

8 uncapped players named in England Squad for Six Nations opener

England head coach Eddie Jones has named his squad to begin preparations for England’s first match of the 6 Nations against Italy in Rome.  Following this weekend’s club fixtures, 35...

Monday Evening Round Up

Bath announce the signing of Jackson Willison The New-Zealand native will link up with Todd Blackadder and his coaching staff after two seasons with the Warriors. Story   Walker extends...

Champions Cup Round 5 Tips & Preview

The January games in the Champions Cup are definitely my favourite, simply because everyone has something to play for. Every team is desperate for victory - The pool leaders are seeking vital for bonus...

Champions Cup Team of the Week - Round 5

Some cracking rugby this weekend which blew the race for a quarter final spot wide open. From Scarlets cracking win away at Bath to Racing's nail biting win at Munster, we have the tough task of picking...

Rugby union: talking points from the weekend’s European action

Wasps lapses frustrate Dai Young, Leinster look a cut above and Rhys Patchell’s attacking flair gives Scarlets momentumAfter Wasps had cruised into a 21-0 lead with three converted tries after half an...

Crunch Champions Cup Clashes

Champions Cup Rugby makes its debut in 2018 this weekend with only two rounds left in the pool stages of the competition.   We take a look at what we think is the biggest match from each pool.    Pool...

Dylan Hartley needs full matches to hang on to captaincy

With Dylan Hartley's club Northampton struggling, the debate has re-emerged and Eddie was right to nip it in the bud. That tells us the relationship between the coach and his captain. ,

Premiership Highlights: Bath vs Wasps

European club games are trumping international rugby

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: I am starting to really worry about international rugby. The recent November internationals have become a largely meaningless procession of friendlies. ,