England prop Andrew Sheridan is almost certain to miss the rest of the Six Nations after suffering a torn calf muscle in 17-9 win over France, and leaving Twickenham on…
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Samoan George Pisi to move to Saints
NORTHAMPTON SAINTS today announced the signing of Samoan international George Pisi ahead of the 2011/12 season. Regarded highly as a counter-attacking full back, Pisi will finish the 2010/11 season at…
Halanagahu to start against Crusaders
THE HSBC Waratahs have made one change to the starting XV for Friday night’s round three clash with the Crusaders at Trafalgar Park, Nelson. Berrick Barnes was taken out of…
Kyle Eastmond finally decides to join Bath
The long-awaited decision of St Helens scrum-half Kyle Eastmond has been made according to his coach at St Helens, and he has signed a three-year contract at the Rec England…
Pools and matches set for Adelaide Sevens Tournament
THE IRB has just finalised the pools and matches for the Australian International Rugby Sevens in Adelaide, the sixth leg of the HSBC Sevens World Series. The tournament will be…
Scotland injury news
THE AFTERMATH of Scotland’s loss to Ireland at the weekend at Murrayfield has left a few of the squad battered and bruised, with six Scottish players requiring further medical assessment.…
England return to fourth in the world
England have reclaimed the mantle as the leading northern hemisphere nation in the latest IRB World Rankings after beating France 17-9 in the battle of the unbeaten teams in the…
O’Gara enjoying rugby more than ever – with video
RONAN O’GARA inspired Ireland to a 21-18 win over Scotland on Sunday, winning the Man of the Match award for his services. The fly-half has played second fiddle to Leinster’s…
Cipriani heading for a fine
Danny Cipriani may have kicked the Melbourne Rebels to their first win in the Super 15 but he is likely to be fined by the Aussie team on Tuesday after…
Ireland sneak a win despite poor discipline
IRELAND HUNG on to claim a victory at Murrayfield on Sunday despite Scotland’s attempted comeback in the last quarter of the match. Jamie Heaslip, Eoin Reddan and Man of the Match…