The unique story behind the Calcutta Cup
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyThis weekend sees England take on Scotland in the Calcutta Cup, one of the longest-standing and most celebrated traditions in rugby with an intriguing history behind it. Although it is played...
Six Nations: Scotland v England - Ice cream vans & Finn and Gregor's domestic
5 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsBBC Scotland sits down with Scotland prop Gordon Reid to rewatch the astonishing 2019 Calcutta Cup draw at Twickenham.
England v Scotland: We fully understand what is coming, says Tom Curry
5 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsFlanker Tom Curry says England must produce a "full 80 minute performance" to beat Scotland in their opening game of the Six Nations.
WillGriff John heads to Scarlets
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyScarlets have announced their first new signing for the 2020-21 Premiership campaign and it comes in the form of Sale tighthead prop WillGriff John. The 28 year-old John was last year named in...
John Mitchell agrees new contract with England Rugby
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland Rugby coach John Mitchell has signed a two-and-a-half-year contract extension. Mitchell joined Eddie Jones’ coaching staff in September 2018. "I’m...
IRFU dampen expectations of 2031 joint World Cup bid
5 years ago by Irish IndependentThe IRFU have dampened expectations that Ireland will put forward a joint bid with England, Scotland and Wales to host the 2031 Rugby World Cup.
Alastair Hignell knows more than most that memories are precious
5 years ago by The GuardianFormer England full-back is backing the Sporting Memories Foundation that helps those with dementia by talking about sport with themThe Six Nations approaches and, with it, the annual rip tide of memories....
Sutherland and Scotland aim to lift nation
5 years ago by Sky Sports RugbyRory Sutherland is hoping Scotland can “do a job” on England in their Six Nations opener at Twickenham.
IRFU considering joint bid for 2031 World Cup
5 years ago by Irish IndependentThe IRFU is considering whether to join forces with England, Wales and Scotland to launch a bid for the 2031 Rugby World Cup.
150 years of the Calcutta Cup – the Scotland v England 1990 Grand Slam shootout
5 years ago by Rugby WorldThe 1990 Grand Slam duel was a match for the ages. Played to a toxic political backdrop, the story of Scotland's win is told in the classic book The Grudge, recently re-released Skirmish: England's Jeremy...
