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England sealed the series after defeating Australia 21-17 last weekend. And yet, it seemed totally overshadowed by Ireland’s triumph over the All Blacks. This kind of epitomises England Rugby’s Summer tour: good, but not world-class. So what were the improvements, fall-backs, and new stars of the England rugby team? And how far are they from […] READ MORE
Henry Arundell’s brilliance in the final ten minutes offered a glimmer of hope that England is still in this series. There is no disguising the fact that this was another disappointing performance by the England rugby team. England once again could not deal with their opponents going down to 14 men. Adding salt to the […] READ MORE
Whangārei, NZ – Rugby Canada wins against the Australian Wallaroos on June 17 in Canada (June 18 in New Zealand). It was their second Pacific Series win and as a result, finished second in the competition. Rugby Canada wins despite giving the first 10 points in the game Three keys to the game Full Game […] READ MORE
LANGFORD, BC – The LA Giltinis trailed after the end of the first half at Starlight Stadium. However, thanks to a spectacular second half, they were able to win the game 31-16. Even more remarkable was their ability to not allow the Arrows to score a single point in the second half. LA Giltinis gets […] READ MORE
In the third of our series looking at the best overseas players to have appeared in England, James Barker compiles the Australia Premiership Rugby XV. This team features the Wallabies who’ve made the biggest impact in England. The forward pack has been selected so now it’s time to pick the backline. Premiership Rugby Australia XV: […] READ MORE
In scheduling eight Black Ferns Test matches in 2020, New Zealand Rugby has given tremendous recognition to the women’s Rugby World Cup titleholders. A planned fixture list that showcases the team more within their country, than ever before. The Black Ferns will play eight Test matches, including seven on home soil. This gives their fans […] READ MORE
England v Australia are never dull matches and the intensity of this quarter-final will go up several notches. England on the face of it is in excellent health going into the clash against the Wallabies. Maximum points, two tries conceded and a set-piece which is rumbling into form. There are concerns around a two-week rest […] READ MORE
Gareth Davies’ Rugby World Cup interception got a nation roaring against Australia but it’s all part of a wider masterplan by Warren Gatland. Robert Rees takes a look at just how Davies fits into Wales’ defensive structure. Davies’ defence works in odd formation Gareth Davies works in a technique that is odd for a scrum […] READ MORE
Following two strong games to open their Rugby World Cup Robert Rees looks at why the Welsh breakdown work is not only some of the best in the world but, how it will be vital to any success in Japan. There’s method to the intensity Wales began their Australian onslaught within the first minute. The […] READ MORE
Wales defeated Australia to go top of Pool D at the Rugby World Cup but what scrum-half Tomos Williams did during the latter stages of the game has got fans talking. Tomos Williams ‘act of skill’ changed momentum With this one move, Tomos Williams help take away the mounting pressure on Wales and stunt Australia’s […] READ MORE
Rugby journalist, specializing on all things Welsh rugby, United Rugby Championship, and the Gallagher Premiership. A freelance journalist published in The Rugby Paper, Telegraph, RugbyPass et al.
Robert has a BA in Sports Journalism from the University of Gloucestershire.
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