THE SARACENS players may be used to stepping in the path of oncoming juggernauts and tackling concrete pillars but last week they faced a whole new test of their nerves…
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Aled Brew enjoying French leave with Biarritz
HE'S GOT the Vespa, he’s learning French and Aled Brew has even been bodyboarding in the famous Biarritz surf. Yes, the former Dragons’ wing is enjoying his new life in…
London Irish sign Richard Palframan from the Sharks
LONDON IRISH have signed exciting 18-year-old tight head prop, Richard Palframan, from Durban-based Super Rugby side The Sharks. Palframan already has the physical attributes to compete with the best in…
Gatland named Lions coach for 2013 tour to Australia
SO THE worst-kept secret in rugby is out, Warren Gatland is the man entrusted by the Lions to bring a first Series win since South Africa in 1997. In truth,…
The Championship Blog – Week 1 round-up
THE REVAMPED Championship kicked off with a bonus point win for promotion favourites Newcastle Falcons over last season’s front-runners Bristol at the Memorial Stadium on Sunday, writes Richard Grainger. Falcons’…
Young gun Harry Robinson signs for Blues
TEENAGE WINGER Harry Robinson has signed a senior contract with Cardiff Blues. Robinson, 19, impressed Welsh selectors and was called up to the Wales 35 man senior squad for the…
Rugby World Cup 2015: countdown
TUESDAY 18 September 2012 marks exactly three years to go until the next Rugby World Cup kicks off, but planning for the tournament is already well underway. The Olympics have…
Wrestling drills for rugby
WRESTLING DRILLS are a great conditioning tool for rugby and help to bring a competitive edge to training. Rugby World fitness editor John Dams, Harlequins’ head of strength and conditioning, suggests…
Bryn Evans to captain Exiles against Saracens
New Zealand international, Bryn Evans, will captain London Irish tomorrow afternoon against Saracens in the Aviva Premiership’s London Double Header clash at Twickenham. Evans will form a second row partnership…
Ashton on debut for Saracens at London Double Header
Saracens begin their 2012/13 Aviva Premiership season at Twickenham on Saturday when they face London Irish as part of the London Double Header. In team news ahead of the game,…