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Halfpenny doubtful for Cup game

1 decade ago by BBC Rugby News

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny is doubtful for Toulon's European Cup semi-final against Leinster on Sunday, 19 April after being forced off with a shoulder injury in his comeback game. He appeared...

Ulster one win away from PRO12 play-off after Connact victory

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

By Michael Sadlier – 13 April 2015First, there was the confusing stand-off just prior to kick-off when both sides insisted that they were the ones starting into...

Blues need to improve - Warburton

1 decade ago by BBC Rugby News

Wales captain Sam Warburton says Cardiff Blues will need to be at their best to beat Welsh rivals Ospreys in the Pro12 at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday, 25 April. Flanker Warburton, 26,...

Benjamin strikes late for Dragons

1 decade ago by Rugby 365

James Benjamin scored two late tries as Newport Gwent Dragons' surprise 25-22 victory over Leinster gave them their first-ever Pro12 season double over the Irish province. The defeat serves a massive...

Dragons complete Leinster double

1 decade ago by Belfast Telegraph: Rugby

12 April 2015Hooker Thomas Rhys Thomas got a first-half try for the Dragons while centre Jack Dixon got another after the break and Wales Under-20 international back row James Benjamin...

Vunipola wants more England starts

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

England's Mako Vunipola is determined to become Stuart Lancaster's first-choice loosehead after settling for a place on the bench in England's 2015 RBS 6 Nations campaign.

Connacht 20-27 Ulster

1 decade ago by BBC Rugby News

Ulster stayed on course for a place in the Pro12 play-offs and dented Connacht's European qualification hopes by winning an exciting game in Galway. Louis Ludik's try put Ulster ahead and scores...

Horne adding more strings to his bow

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

Peter Horne's growing versatility will make him a serious asset for both club and country according to Glasgow Warriors head coach Gregor Townsend.

Phillips vows to fight for Wales place

1 decade ago by Lions Rugby

British & Irish Lion Mike Phillips may have had to settle for a bit-part role with Wales of late but the scrum-half insists he can make an impact at the World Cup later this year.

Zebo happy with RBS 6 Nations performance

1 decade ago by RBS 6 Nations

While Simon Zebo admits he was disappointed to be left out of Ireland's final game against Scotland, the winger insists he is pleased with his overall contribution to his side's RBS 6 Nations title triumph.