Welsh injury woe shows importance of luck
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIf there was one message loud and clear from the weekend warm-ups, it came from Wales. A timely reminder of just how quickly the best-laid plans can be ripped asunder.
Warren Gatland under fire after Wales lose Leigh Halfpenny
1 decade ago by The TimesShane Williams, the former Wales winger, pointed the finger of blame at Warren Gatland, the head coach, after Leigh Halfpenny...
Rugby World Cup 2015: Doing Leigh Halfpenny and Rhys Webb proud will motivate Wales, says Jamie Roberts
1 decade ago by The TelegraphWebb and Halfpenny injuries shocked Roberts, but he tells Jim White that the setbacks will spur Wales on
Halfpenny out of World Cup
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comWales were dealt a hammerblow on Monday when fullback Leigh Halfpenny was ruled out of the Rugby World Cup after suffering torn right knee ligaments in a warm-up match against Italy on the weekend.
11 days to go: Fiji win 11 out of 11 lineouts against Wales in 2007
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auFijian teams have thrilled crowds for years both in the 15 and 7-player formats. In 2007, Fiji delivered their predictable entertainment and more importantly had consistency in performance. The side had...
Leigh Halfpenny blow dents Wales’s World Cup hopes
1 decade ago by The TimesWales’ preparations for the World Cup have been rocked this evening after Leigh Halfpenny was ruled out of the tournament...
Fiji pose the biggest threat from the Pacific Islands
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldWhile the focus is on England, Australia and Wales in Pool A, Fiji are known for causing World Cup upsets. So how are they shaping up ahead of RWC 2015?Colourful fans: Fiji will add to the party atmosphere...
Ex-players and coaches bemoan Wales' double injury blow
1 decade ago by ESPN ScrumEx-players and coaches bemoan Wales' double injury blow
Halfpenny ruled out of World Cup
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsWales full-back Leigh Halfpenny will miss the World Cup after rupturing knee ligaments in the 23-19 win over Italy on Saturday.
Wales’s Jamie Roberts on Halfpenny and Webb's injuries – video
1 decade ago by The GuardianWales centre Jamie Roberts says that the injuries sustained by Leigh Halfpenny and Rhys Webb over the weekend are disappointing, but says he hopes they will be able to play during the World Cup which begins...
