The England manager has risked being stranded by his own selectorial conservatism when the All Blacks come calling There is a school of thought that this is a good time for England to be facing the All Blacks. Nil expectation, soft track, greasy ball etc etc. "Let's be frank, we've got nothing to lose," acknowledged Graham Rowntree, the home side's ever-optimistic scrummaging coach. He is...
The following ten players have been released from the England squad and are available to play for their clubs this weekend. What does it tell us about selection? Steffon Armitage David Barnes George Chuter Ben Foden Ben Kay Nick Kennedy David Strettle Mathew Tait Richard Wigglesworth Joe Worsley It looks as though Courtney Lawes will be in the squad to face Australia, and with Ben [...]
Watch Viadana vs Leicester Tigers Live Stream Online Heineken Cup 2009 Rugby October 17 2009.Viadana vs Leicester Tigers Live Stream Online will held on 13:30 GMT, October 17, 2009 at tadio Luigi Zaffanella, Viadana. Rugby fans, Don't miss to watch this game live on LIVE SPORTS TV. MATCH DETAILS Date: Saturday, October 17 Venue: Stadio Luigi Zaffanella, Viadana Kick-off: 14.30 (13.30 BST) Referee:...
As Round 2 of the Guinness Premiership approaches, Nick Heath returns with another brilliant instalment of The Rugby Blog Podcast. In this 15-minute episode, there is reaction to the Guinness Premiership Round 1 results, and a look ahead to this weekend, whilst Nick also speaks to George Chuter from Leicester Tigers.
• Harlequins flanker replaces Stade Français' recruit • Leicester's veteran prop Julian White is recalled England have dropped James Haskell for the second Test against Argentina in Salta on Saturday after selecting the Harlequins forward Chris Robshaw at blindside flanker. Haskell was worried that his forthcoming move to Stade Français might hinder his England career but instead...
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