Posted by: on: February 12, 2012
Six Nations 2012: Scotland coach Andy Robinson could be a dead man walking … Around the autumn of 2006, a phrase began to attach itself to the then England head coach Andy Robinson. By Paul Ackford It was rarely heard in public, but among the Premiership directors of rugby, whenever Robinson's name was mentioned, … [...]
Posted by: on: February 11, 2012
RUGBY: Three changes for Bath Lee Mears once more starts at hooker, with David Flatman and Anthony Perenise either side of him in the front row. Tom Heathcote comes in at fly-half, partnering Michael Claassens, who also returns to the starting line-up. Read more on Wiltshire Times Newcastle Falcons in Bath seeking escape route Nick [...]
Posted by: on: February 11, 2012
Six Nations: Stuart Lancaster givesthumbs-up to brave recruits Picture: Getty Images STUART Lancaster has given his young England rugby side two crucial commodities before they take the field against Italy in the RBS Six Nations at the Stadio Olimpico today. He has given them time and confidence. Read more on Scotsman Scotland rugby star Dan [...]
Posted by: on: February 10, 2012
RBS 6 Nations Preview: France v Ireland Follow all the RBS 6 Nations action this weekend on RTÉ.ie/Sport with our live Matchtrackers and live streaming of RTÉ's TV (Ireland only) and Radio (Worldwide) coverage of the matches. WEB-ONLY coverage of France U20 v Ireland U20 from 1.50pm on … Read more on RTE.ie RBS Loses [...]
Posted by: on: February 10, 2012
Wales v Scotland: A formality? Tell that to the Scots The response wounded those north of Berwick-upon-Tweed but could very well be asked today as the Scots contemplate a rugby world ranking of 11th. Never before have they been lower, they are coached by an Englishman, and Dan Parks has retired from Test … Read [...]
Posted by: on: February 9, 2012
6 Nations: Greig Laidlaw has to make his name in a team in turmoil Andy Robinson has much to ponder after a troubled start to Scotland's 6 Nations campaign. By Steve Scott, rugby correspondent Laidlaw for Parks at fly-half and the faith-enforced omission of Euan Murray for Geoff Cross at tight-head are the only … [...]
Posted by: on: February 8, 2012
Toby Flood returns as Leicester reach LV Cup semi-finals Toby Flood came through 30 minutes of action from the bench in a boost to the England management, as the fly-half returned from a knee injury with no ill-effects. The home side went ahead in the seventh minute, when the No8 Thomas Waldrom was barged … [...]
Posted by: on: February 7, 2012
Lancaster warns Flood Last Updated: February 6, 2012 1:38pm Interim coach Stuart Lancaster has warned Toby Flood that he cannot expect to walk straight back into the England team for Saturday's RBS Six Nations clash with Italy. However, the reality is that he may well do … Read more on SkySports No instant return for [...]
Posted by: on: February 7, 2012
Six Nations rugby: England thrive on a battling spirit A first Six Nations win at Murrayfield in eight years was a performance to put the pride back into English rugby. England's 13-6 success against Scotland was far from perfect but it oozed with a sense of togetherness and the old-fashioned value of team … Read [...]
Posted by: on: February 7, 2012
Rugby regions in Wales facing funding change Professional rugby in Wales could face another shake-up, with some regions receiving more funding than others. The four regions are losing money and failing to attract fans, but the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) has been committed to maintaining four … Read more on BBC News Wales' rugby WAGs [...]