US RUGBY players think of ourselves as entertainers and, after the two big earthquakes in New Zealand, that’s what I think we go back to when we try to lift…
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Ryan Jones – Man on a mission
Things change quickly in rugby, just ask Ryan Jones. Back in November he had “the worst 20 minutes of my rugby career”. First he was responsible for conceding the late…
Aviva Premiership Rugby blog
The round-up of the 19th round of Aviva Premiership action from Alex Shaw Saturday 2nd April 2011 – Northampton Saints vs. Sale Sharks Saints came into this game on the…
HSBC Adelaide Sevens – full report, all the results – with video
New Zealand broke through to win the International Rugby Sevens Adelaide in their fifth attempt, defeating South Africa 28-20 to claim the 2011 title at Adelaide Oval on Sunday. Kiwi…
Heat too much for Leinster
Leinster threw away an 11-point half-time lead to lose 23-24 to Munster at Thomond Park on Saturday night. The visitors had looked the far more dangerous team in the first…
Paul O’Connell injured in Leinster clash
Munster and Ireland talisman Paul O’Connell was forced to leave the pitch early in the second half of the Magners League game against Leinster on Saturday night with an ankle…
Munster spirit wins derby day
Munster coach Tony McGahan praised his side’s attitude and spirit on Saturday night having watched them come back from an 11-point deficit at half-time to defeat Leinster 24-23 in the…
Adelaide Sevens – full report – England into quarter-finals v Wales
Defending champions Samoa, current Series leaders New Zealand, England and Fiji all enjoyed 100% records in the pool stages of the Adelaide Sevens, round six of the HSBC Sevens…
Rotherham player fails drugs test and is banned
NICO STEENKAMP of Rotherham Titans has been suspended from participating in Rugby Union for three months for an Anti-Doping Rule Violation after testing positive for the banned stimulant methylhexaneamine. The suspension by a…
Munster favourites in derby clash
Munster go into Saturday evening’s provincial derby clash as 4/7 favourites to beat in-form Leinster according to Ladbrokes. The Thomond Park showdown will be a chance for redemption for the…