Wales coach Warren Gatland has named the 39-man squad which will meet at the WRU National Centre of Excellence on Monday in preparation for the Rugby World Cup warm-up clash against…
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Rugby World Cup 2011: Italy’s story
The Italians are World Cup ever-presents but have never made the quarter-finals. Here’s their journey Italy’s World Cup experience started with a bang – an All Black bang that blew…
New Zealand v South Africa – the ultimate preview – impress your friends!
New Zealand v South Africa is one of the biggest rivalries in rugby. Here is a statistical look at the match.. Venue: Westpac Stadium, Wellington Date: Saturday 30 July Kick-off:…
Rugby World Cup 2011: Italy’s Coach – Nick Mallet
Nick Vivian Haward Mallett Age 54 (30 October 1956) Birthplace Haileybury, England Coaching history Boland, South Africa, Stade Français Record as Italy coach (February 2008-present) P36 W6 L30 Italy have…
Ireland need to hit the ground running
Alan Quinlan is backing Ireland to learn from the mistakes of their disastrous 2007 World Cup campaign, provided they can get off to a strong start in New Zealand. The…
Rugby World 2011: Italy’s key man – Sergio Parisse
Sergio Matteo Parisse Age 27 (12 September 1983) Birthplace La Plata, Argentina Position No 8 Weight 16st 5lb Height 6ft 5in Club Stade Français Italy caps 77 Italy points 33…
Rugby World Cup 2011: Ireland’s Coach – Declan Kidney
Declan Kidney Age 51 (20 October 1959) Birthplace Ballincollig, Cty Cork Coaching history Dolphin, Munster, Leinster, Ireland A Record as Ireland coach (November 2008-present) P29 W19 L9 D1 Be it…
Rugby World 2011: Ireland’s moment
The men in green must learn the lessons of four years ago if they are to fulfil their potential, says Katie Field Looking at Ireland’s World Cup record, the less…
Rugby World Cup 2011: Ireland’s key man – Brian O’Driscoll
Ireland captain Brian O’Driscoll has a plethora of honours but has yet to taste World Cup success. Will things change in 2011? One look at his record confirms why Brian…
Rugby World Cup 2011: Australia’s Young Guns
Australia were distraught after their ignominious World Cup exit in 2007. Can this skilful bunch make amends? Australia's 2007 World Cup experience was akin to inflating a beautiful balloon. Initial…