The Top 5 Best Tries at the U20 World Championship on Day One
1 decade ago by Rugby DumpThe opening round of the U20 World Championship didn't disappoint, as new records were set and plenty of running rugby was on display. Almost 350 age-grade players have made the step up to Test rugby...
Exeter Chiefs prop Tomas Francis delighted with his progress
1 decade ago by Exeter Express & EchoProp Tomas Francis admits his debut season with Exeter Chiefs was better than he ever imagined. The impact the 23-year-old made in his first season in the top flight this week saw him named in Wales' 47-man...
Hibbard backed for a return to form
1 decade ago by Lions RugbyRichard Hibbard will be relishing the prospect of reclaiming his place as Wales' first choice hooker but the British & Irish Lion has a lot of competition, according to forwards coach Robin McBryde.
O'Connell to end Ireland career at World Cup
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsPaul O'Connell is aiming to bow out of international rugby in style, after he announced he would be calling time on a glittering Ireland career following the World Cup in the autumn.
Anscombe given hope by Howley
1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: RugbyGareth Anscombe can expect every opportunity to show his possible World Cup credentials during Wales' intensive preparations for the tournament.
JWC: England campaign gets off to a flyer
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland head coach Jon Callard was pleased with his side’s opening win over Japan at the U20 World Championship, despite a tough second half.At one point England looked on track to score over 100 points...
World Rugby Under 20 Championship - day one round-up
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsFrance Under-20s' flying start proved the difference in Calvisano as they kicked off the World Rugby Under-20 Championship in style.
France make Wales pay dearly for their errors
1 decade ago by Scarlets RugbyDespite ideal conditions for running rugby, Wales failed to ignite and were kept at arm's length by a strong French outfit.
Wales must respond - Hodges
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyWales U20 defence coach Richard Hodges has called on the group to respond after they fell to France on the opening day of the U20 World Championship.France outscored Wales three tries to one in their 19-10...
Davies rues World Cup-ending injury
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsWales centre Jonathan Davies is disappointed to be missing the World Cup but says he could not risk his knee injury.
