Allan Massie: Scots must be quick and smart to end hoodoo
9 years ago by The ScotsmanEven the London Press is talking up Scotland’s chances today. Some may find this a bit worrying. It’s certainly unusual. It’s partly because journalists have been impressed by Scotland’s...
Owen Farrell’s injury leaves door ajar for Scottish raiders
9 years ago by The ScotsmanEngland have pronounced themselves masters of the new art form of rugby as a 23-man game and there is good reason to argue they will have a stronger team on the field at the final whistle of today’s...
Stuart Hogg emulates Hawick rugby royalty with 52nd cap
9 years ago by The ScotsmanWhen Stuart Hogg takes to the field at Twickenham today he’ll be joining Jim Renwick, Colin Deans and Tony Stanger by equalling Hawick’s club record of 52 Scotland caps.
‘Nervous’ Gavin Hastings prefers to downplay Scots’ chances
9 years ago by The ScotsmanGavin Hastings is an instinctively optimistic character but a mention of the “T word” is enough even to induce a case of the heebie-jeebies in the former buccaneering Scotland and Lions skipper.
‘Nervous’ Gavin Hastings prefers to downplay Scots’ chances
9 years ago by The ScotsmanGavin Hastings is an instinctively optimistic character but a mention of the “T word” is enough even to induce a case of the heebie-jeebies in the former buccaneering Scotland and Lions skipper.
Happy Howley pleased for players
9 years ago by Welsh Rugby NewsWales head coach Rob Howley couldn't hide his delight at seeing the way his players responded to his vote of confidence after the defeat in Scotland as they delivered a 22-9 win over Ireland.
Wales 22 - 9 Ireland: North crosses twice for rampant Welsh
9 years ago by The ScotsmanGeorge North scored two tries as fired-up Wales floored Ireland in Cardiff.
George North’s two tries drive Wales past Ireland in thundering win
9 years ago by The Guardian• Wales 22-9 Ireland• Jamie Roberts scores late try to seal victory for home sideGeorge North sent Ireland’s title ambitions south after responding to a warning about his form with two tries in a...
Everything you need to know ahead of England v Scotland
9 years ago by The ScotsmanScotland take on England at Twickenham this Saturday looking to win at the famous ground for the first time since 1983 and capture the Triple Crown.
Scotland more than capable of beating England - Hogg
9 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsStuart Hogg says Scotland are "not a team that lies down" as they target a first win over England at Twickenham in 34 years.
