Wales and Scarlets wing Morgan Stoddart has been handed a boost in his bid to be fit to face Scotland in the RBS 6 Nations clash at Murrayfield on Saturday. Orthopaedic…
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Ireland – Ferris, Heaslip & Trimble could be fit to play v France
Eleven additional players have been called into the Ireland squad to supplement the match 22 that was on duty last weekend against Italy. Forwards Brett Wilkinson, Mick O’Driscoll, Donnacha Ryan, Stephen…
Mike Phillips previews Scotland v Wales
Mike Phillips has urged the Wales team to believe in themselves ‘even if nobody else does’. Phillips admitted to being devastated by the 26-19 defeat by England in Cardiff on Friday…
Jonny Wilkinson on Gavin Henson
JONNY WILKINSON has labelled Gavin Henson a ‘unique talent’ calling on the Wales star to embrace the French culture after his big money move to Toulon. Wilkinson, who was a late…
Italian citings from last weekend
One Italy “A” and one under 20 player, have been cited for alleged foul play in matches at the weekend. Francesco Minto, Italy “A” openside wing forward, has been cited…
Nick Mallett – Why Italy fans are the best
Big crowds turned out last November to see Italy’s autumn Internationals. Passionate people who never fail to cheer us on. I want to start by saying this because I think…
Northampton sign Tom May
Northampton Saints today announced the signing of Tom May ahead of the 2011/12 season. May, 31, has a wealth of experience at international, European, Premiership and Top 14 levels from his…
New date for Newcastle v Leeds confirmed
Newcastle Falcons can confirm that the Aviva Premiership game against Leeds Carnegie previously postponed due to adverse weather, has now been arranged for Saturday 9 April (3pm kick-off). The Falcons would also like to…
Video of the Day – The greatest try from the 2010 Six Nations
Today’s Video of the Day starts the build-up to this weekend’s clash between by reminding you of the sensational try score in the dying minutes of the corresponding fixture by…
Wellington Sevens – full report
New Zealand have clinched victory at the NZI Sevens in Wellington, beating England 29-14 in the Cup final to draw level with them at the top of the HSBC Sevens…