Newlands: Battle of the defences
1 decade ago by Rugby 365The Stormers and Rebels could be engaged in a chess-like stand-off at Newlands on Saturday, as both rely heavily on their defences to secure victories. Rebels captain Scott Higginbotham, speaking ahead...
Sharks winning battle for Pieter-Steph
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comThe Cell C Sharks appear to be winning the battle to retain the services of Pieter-Steph du Toit, who has told Durban media that he is committed to the union that he says gave him his big break in rugby.
Quade Cooper still a chance to face Sharks
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auThe Queensland Reds could yet welcome back injured star Quade Cooper for Friday night’s clash with the Sharks at Suncorp Stadium. The Wallabies five-eighth, who is mulling over a big-money offer...
SANZAR 'axe' errant refs
1 decade ago by Rugby 365SANZAR refereeing boss Lyndon Bray has pulled no punches over the poor standard of refereeing in recent weeks. Although Bray, the SANZAR Game Manager, did not name individuals, it is noteworthy that...
Monday Round-Up
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyGoodes banned: Hurricanes prop Reggie Goodes has been banned for one week for his no-arms charge on Michael Allardice against the Chiefs on Saturday. The SANZAR Duty Judicial Officer Robert Stelzner...
Loose lips put Danny Cipriani’s hope of World Cup place in peril
1 decade ago by The TimesExeter Chiefs 44 Sale Sharks 16 Danny Cipriani picked a bad time to run his mouth off. Wayne Barnes, the referee who dismissed Dylan Hartley for swearing at him during the 2013 Aviva Premiership Final,...
Sharks have no right to complain
1 decade ago by Rugby 365Sharks coach Gary Gold said that considering his team's lowly position on the standings they have no right to complain about the referee.
Big win not enough for Chiefs
1 decade ago by Rugby 365A Matt Jess double helped Exeter Chiefs to an impressive seven-try 44-16 victory over Sale Sharks, but it was not enough to send Rob Baxter's men into the Premiership top four. Jess crossed twice in...
Exeter run in seven tries but fall short of Aviva Premiership play-offs
1 decade ago by The TimesExeter Chiefs 44 Sale Sharks 16 Exeter Chiefs scored seven tries and played some daring attacking rugby at Sandy Park, but ultimately it was not quite enough to keep alive their dream of a first appearance...
