Stats Analysis: Super Rugby vs Six Nations
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyWith the first three rounds of both competitions completed, a statistical comparison between the two leagues highlight some glaring differences. According to data compiled by New Zealand journo Andy Fyers,...
Five things we learnt about rugby in February
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldNorthern stodge: Wales have lacked sparkle under Warren Gatland – despite the coach's New Zealand rootsBy Paul Williams Why can’t our southern hemisphere coaches coach the southern hemisphere way?...
Why the All Blacks have nothing to fear from the 2017 Lions… yet!
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldSteve Hansen was at Twickenham last weekend but was he worried by what he saw?Arm-wrestle: The Six Nations has been big on physicality but low on skillThe New Zealand coach Steve Hansen was in the stands...
Manu Tuilagi's big hit on Blair Cowan in Leicester Tigers romp
1 decade ago by Rugby DumpLeicester Tigers centre Manu Tuilagi made a return to the Premiership recently, leading to him being called up to the England training squad. He put in a solid performance against London Irish this past...
Whitelock to make Highlanders debut
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auOne-Test All Blacks No.8 Luke Whitelock completes his transition from Crusader after being named in the Highlanders’ starting line-up to face the Hurricanes in Dunedin. Whitelock replaces Liam Squire...
Rugby reacts to the proposed under 18 tackling ban
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldMore than 70 doctors and academics have called for a ban on tackling in rugby matches played in UK and Irish schools. The proposals have caused a stir in rugby circles so we take a look at the views of...
Six of the Best Tries from the opening round of Super Rugby
1 decade ago by Rugby DumpHere is a quick look at six of the best tries scored on the opening weekend of Super Rugby, as chosen by Sky Sport New Zealand. Which is your favourite, and are there any others that you saw that you...
Lions Name Travel Sub-Agents For 2017
1 decade ago by Running RugbyThe British & Irish Lions have appointed five official sub-agents to organise travel for the 2017 rugby union tour of New Zealand. The chosen few are Gullivers Sports Travel, Living With The Lions,...
All Black Wulf to go under knife
1 decade ago by Rugby 365NEWS: New Zealand international Rudi Wulf is set for a month on the sidelines with a stomach problem, his French club Castres said on Tuesday.
VIDEO ANALYSIS: Why David Pocock is the best forward in Australia
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auOne of the best pieces of tactical planning I encountered over the past five years as an England analyst/advisor was the All Blacks’ handling of David Pocock at the 2011 World Cup semi-final. Pocock...
