The Rugby World Cup throws up a lot of good content but did you know any of these obscure facts and information? Robert Rees brings you some interesting facts about teams at this year’s World Cup. Tonga vs England Toutai Kefu -Tonga’s Head Coach – is 100% in meetings with Eddie Jones (1-0) having defeated […] READ MORE
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Welsh coaches at the Rugby World Cup
The Rugby World Cup will have an abundance of Welsh coaches at, working hard behind the scenes. Some are well known, others have a slightly more obscure role. Robert Rees takes a look at the Rugby World Cup’s Welsh coaching contingency. Rugby World Cup’s Welsh coaching contingency Let’s start off with the obvious Welsh team […] READ MORE
Wales World Cup Squad: Five things we have learned
Following on from Warren Gatland’s final Wales World Cup squad announcement Robert Rees looks at five key components as they head to Japan. Tighthead props need to stay fit Having only selected five props – Three looseheads and two tighteads – Warren Gatland will be praying that both Dillon Lewis and Tomas Francis remain fit. […] READ MORE
Wales Rugby World Cup Squad
Following Saturday’s defeat to Ireland Warren Gatland has named his 31-man Wales Rugby World Cup squad to head to Japan. The squad sees some shock inclusions, Robert Rees has the latest. Wales Rugby World Cup Squad Forwards Props: Nicky Smith, Rhys Carre, Dillon Lewis, Tomas Francis, Wyn Jones. Hookers: Ken Owens, Elliot Dee, Ryan Elias. Second […] READ MORE
Wales Rugby World Cup squad prediction
Following the 22-17 defeat to Ireland at the Principality Stadium Warren Gatland should have a clear idea of his 31-man Wales Rugby World Cup squad. Robert Rees takes a look at the 31 men Gatland is likely to choose. Wales Rugby World Cup squad Forwards Props: Wyn Jones (Scarlets), Rob Evans (Scarlets), Nicky Smith (Ospreys), […] READ MORE
Alun Wyn Jones – “Greatest Welsh rugby player ever”
Speaking at the Guinness PRO14 ticket launch earlier this week former Ospreys and Wales captain Ryan Jones gave his thoughts on Alun Wyn Jones and looked at the career ahead of Aaron Wainwright. Wales no longer underdogs with Alun Wyn Jones Discussing his country’s hopes at the World Cup Ryan Jones said, “It’s a really […] READ MORE
Ryan Jones: Cardiff, best rugby city in Europe for Guinness PRO14 final
Speaking at the Launch session for the Cardiff 2020 Guinness PRO14 final former Ospreys and Wales lock Ryan Jones labeled Cardiff as ‘the best city for rugby in Europe’. Robert Rees has Jones’ thoughts on the Cardiff final and all things Welsh rugby. Regions inspired to reach Cardiff’s Guinness PRO14 final Discussing the Cardiff City […] READ MORE
Guinness PRO14 final 2020 launch date set for Cardiff City Stadium
The venue for the 2020 Guinness PRO14 final – The Cardiff City Stadium – saw it’s launch today as Martyn Phillips (WRU CEO) and Martin Anayi (PRO14 CEO) gave their thoughts on all things Celtic Rugby. Robert Rees has the full interview ahead of the 2019/20 campaign. 2019/20 Guinness PRO14 final scheduled for Cardiff Martin […] READ MORE
World Rugby Global Calendar pencilled in for 12 years
Welsh Rugby Union CEO Martyn Phillips has told of the new World Rugby Global Calendar (October-June) being pencilled in until 2032. Robert Rees has the latest on the updated calendar. October-June World Rugby global calendar Speaking at the PRO14 press conference for Cardiff 2020 WRU CEO explained, “As far as we’re concerned now the calendar […] READ MORE
Players to watch – Tier Two Nations at the Japan Rugby World Cup
With the Japan Rugby World Cup less than a month away Robert Rees looks at the Tier Two nations’ players to see who you should keep an eye on. Here are the ten Tier Two players you must look out for. Rugby World Cup – The Key Men Embed from Getty Images Japan – Michael […] READ MORE