Van Graan Expects 'A Massive Challenge' From Castres
6 years ago by Irish Rugby NewsThe Munster squad have stepped up their preparations ahead of Sunday's return to Heineken Champions Cup action against reigning French champions Castres Olympique at Thomond Park (kick-off 1pm).
Top 14 Highlights: Castres v Pau
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWhat a start from Castres Olympique who got off to an early lead and bagged themselves 30 points in the first half. Whether this was due to Castres Olympique's class and skill or just due to Pau's...
Tongan powerhouse banned after brutal shoulder straight to hooker's chin
6 years ago by Rugby DumpCastres Olympique No 8, Maama Vaipulu, received sanction today following a brutal shoulder against Exeter Chiefs in the Heineken Champions Cup at the Stade Pierre Fabre this past weekend.
Champions Cup Highlights Round Two: Castres v Exeter Chiefs
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA fantastic result for Castres as they come away with a 4 point over Exeter Chiefs despite playing the entire second half with 14 men after Ma'amaVaipulu was red carded for a high tackle off the ball....
Top 14 Highlights: Racing 92 v Castres
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRacing 92 ground out a 27-11 home win over defending champions Castres in round 5 of the French Top 14. Racing started strongly, with an early try and penalty giving them a 10-0 lead. Castres pulled...
Friday Morning Round Up
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyHooper calls on SANZAAR & World Rugby to revisit neck rolls Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has called on SANZAAR and World Rugby to take neck rolls more seriously. This comes after the...
Chris Ashton suspension to run until 15 October
6 years ago by England RugbyFollowing his seven-week suspension for a dangerous tackle during Sale’s pre-season fixture against Castres Olympique, Chris Ashton’s suspension will now run until 15 October due...
Top 14 Round Two Recap
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyClermont claimed top spot on the Top 14 log after they handed Racing 92 their first defeat at the U Arena. Pau 20 - 10 RC Toulon Colin Slade starred in Pau's victory over Toulon this weekend...
Camille Gerondeau's triple tackle
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCastres flanker Camille Gerondeau showed some real determination and resilience when Montpellier broke his side's defence line. He tracked back to make a superb cover tackle before making another two...
Montpellier vs Castres - Top 14 Round 1 Highlights
6 years ago by Ultimate RugbyDefending Top 14 Champions Castres got the defence of their title off to the perfect start with a 25-20 away win over last seasons losing finalists Montpellier in the opening round. The first half was...
