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Posts Tagged ‘October 2011’


Our Alternative World Cup XV

Posted 597 days ago

Everyone will be keen to see how the Richie McCaws, Quade Coopers and Chris Ashtons of the rugby world perform in New Zealand over the coming weeks, but what about those not taking part?
The World Cup is rugby’s showpiece event but not everyone has the chance to compete in it, so here at Rugby World we decided to pick a…

Lamont, Moody and Byrne on the World Cup – Part 2

Posted 604 days ago

Six World Cups and only one victor from the northern hemisphere – England’s nail-biting defeat of Australia in 2003 bringing ‘Bill’ to Europe for the first, and to date only, time since the inaugural tournament in 1987.
Most pundits have predicted that the 2011 title will be going to one of either New Zealand, Australia or South…

Lamont, Moody & Byrne on the World Cup

Posted 605 days ago

Six World Cups and only one victor from the northern hemisphere – England’s nail-biting defeat of Australia in 2003 bringing ‘Bill’ to Europe for the first, and to date only, time since the inaugural tournament in 1987.
Most pundits have predicted that the 2011 title will be going to one of either New Zealand, Australia or South Africa, with few people…

Which pool match are you most looking forward to and why?

Posted 605 days ago

To help you through the 48 matches, ITV has put together a sensational line-up of former winners as part of their coverage team, which will be fronted by Steve Rider. So sit back and hear the views of a quartet who have won more than 250 caps between them. Over the World Cup, these four legends will share with you…

A big upset is necessary – Frank Keating

Posted 606 days ago

Here’s to the Kiwis staging a spectacular show-stopper. May they make it a magnificent seventh World Cup – the richest and most rewarding of festivals so far, a gathering of the clan blessed with an abundance of stirring contests, razor-keen rivalries, chivalrous derring-do, high drama, low tackles, and a hatful of dazzling tries. All that and, it goes without saying,…

How to train hard without too much strain on your body

Posted 606 days ago

Cardio combinations and circuits have a minimal impact on the body, says Darren Grewcock

Cross-trainer & Press-ups
Combining sets of 30-second reps on the cross-trainer – sprint-steady-sprint-steady – with press-ups on the floor can leave you feeling nauseous. But work through it!

* Set cross-trainer at moderate resistance so you can keep up speed
* Vary sprints. Use arm rods for some and not for others
* Only take 30 seconds’ rest when you do your press-ups. Swap quickly

Who is the greatest World Cup player?

Posted 607 days ago

To help you through the 48 matches, ITV has put together a sensational line-up of former winners as part of their coverage team, which will be fronted by Steve Rider. So sit back and hear the views of a quartet who have won more than 250 caps between them. Over the World Cup, these four legends will share with you…

What is the best game you’ve ever played in?

Posted 610 days ago

To help you through the 48 matches, ITV has put together a sensational line-up of former winners as part of their coverage team, which will be fronted by Steve Rider. So sit back and hear the views of a quartet who have won more than 250 caps between them. Over the World Cup, these four legends will share with you…

Who is the best coach going at the World Cup?

Posted 611 days ago

To help you through the 48 matches, ITV has put together a sensational line-up of former winners as part of their coverage team, which will be fronted by Steve Rider. So sit back and hear the views of a quartet who have won more than 250 caps between them. Over the World Cup, these four legends will share with you…

Who will reach the Quarter-Finals?

Posted 613 days ago

To help you through the 48 matches, ITV has put together a sensational line-up of former winners as part of their coverage team, which will be fronted by Steve Rider. So sit back and hear the views of a quartet who have won more than 250 caps between them. Over the World Cup, these four legends will share with you…

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