Adam Jones retires January saw Adam Jones retire from test rugby and take his place alongside the grandees of Welsh rugby. He has had a fine career, featuring 95 caps…
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Six Nations: why playing Italy first up does Ireland no favours
Should Ireland be wary of the Italian team awaiting them in Rome this weekend? Above and beyond the usual respect paid to any international opponent. The short answer is yes,…
Saints and Sinners: The weekend’s talking points
The Saints Saxon spirit Facing an Ireland Wolfhounds team with just under 300 Test caps between them, and not to mention a smattering of Lions players, the England Saxons had…
Six Nations: Tom Wood’s memories of playing Wales in Cardiff
The England flanker looks back on a memorable Six Nations win and an infamous defeat at the Millennium Stadium
England Saxons player analysis: Maro Itoje
England Saxons player analysis: Maro Itoje “Joy and jubilation” – those were the words uttered by Maro Itoje when the England Under 20 skipper was asked to articulate his thoughts…
Samson Lee on his Wales team-mates
THE SCARLETS tighthead is one of the hottest properties in rugby, and one of the fastest-rising Test stars in Wales. He is featured in Rugby World’s Six Nations special, but…
Women’s Six Nations: Players to watch
Find out who to keep an eye out for in the women’s championship
30 Minutes with… Jon Welsh
The Glasgow and Scotland prop proves reveals his deadpan humour
Passion behind Stade Français Top 14 success
THESE ARE good times to be a Stade Français fan. Currently level on points with Clermont at the summit of the Top 14 table, the Parisian outfit have claimed some…
Rugby Rant: No time for violence in rugby
Rugby is deeply ingrained in me. I love what it stands for and the bond it creates within a team and a club. I moved to work in England two…