England has announced their training squad for the upcoming autumn internationals. It is less than a year out from the World Cup and players are running out of time to show Eddie Jones that they deserve to be in the squad going to France. There are six potential debutants for England’s men’s team this Autumn. […] READ MORE
Tag: Autumn Internationals
Russell and Townsend, “Strange bedfellows?”
Russell and Townsend, “Strange bedfellows?” At the time of writing this, Finn Russell is tearing it up at Murrayfield against Argentina. Admittedly, Los Pumas are depleted in numbers due to ill-discipline. Having said that, the players (Russell included) can only play against what they are presented with on the day. Darcy's at the double 🤩 […] READ MORE
England can beat the All Blacks with a bit of unpredictability
England put on a much-improved performance against Japan after their limp display over the Pumas. An error-ridden Japan were poor, allowing England to rediscover their confidence ahead of this Saturday’s huge clash where they intend to beat the All Blacks. New Zealand, by contrast, was taken all the way by a brave Scottish team before […] READ MORE
What will the All Blacks bring to Cardiff Autumn International fixture?
After a mixed Rugby Championship tournament; which saw New Zealand lift the title -despite a defeat to South Africa and a first home loss to Argentina – this weekend’s Cardiff Autumn International fixture continues to demand the very best of the All Blacks 2022 team. After the All Blacks kicked off their northern hemisphere tour […] READ MORE
Springbok Rugby flyhalf depth: Next please!
Springbok Rugby flyhalf depth has been keeping fans busy in discussions since the last Test played against Argentina in Durban as part of the Rugby Championship. The discussion raised its head after Head Coach Jacques Nienaber elected to play veteran Frans Steyn at flyhalf. The first Test in 14 years that he played in the […] READ MORE
Arundell and Freeman can reignite England’s attack
There were some notable omissions and inclusions from Eddie Jones’ Autumn Squad announcement on Monday. It was a clear statement of intent by England coach Eddie Jones that age is not a factor anymore. If you are young enough, you are old enough philosophy. The retention of Henry Arundell and Tommy Freeman after a successful […] READ MORE
‘In the Bin’ Rugby Pod – Season 1, Episode 11
It’s November, which can only mean one thing (well two things)…. the Autumn Internationals are coming, and ‘In the Bin’ is here to discuss it! Big Story Roundup It was a news week that started out slower than James Haskell understanding the laws at the breakdown, Piers Francis’ development AND the Willie Le Roux hype-train! […] READ MORE
‘In the Bin’ Rugby Pod – Autumn Internationals; Episode 12
Slightly later than usual this week, as Andy had the cheek to go away to Amsterdam for a few days! He’s cleared his head now, returning to ‘In the Bin’ rugby pod and just like the Autumn Internationals, we are back with a bang! Big Story Roundup In the news there is only one place […] READ MORE
‘In the Bin’ Rugby Pod – Season 1, Episode 10
Another fantastic episode of ‘In the Bin’ rugby pod for you this week. We return from our European tour to focus on domestic rugby in the UK & Ireland, as well as the start of the Anglo-Welsh Cup. Big Story Roundup On this week’s show, we chat about a potential ‘Yarde sale’ at Quins and ‘a […] READ MORE
England have to stop the Etzebeth juggernaut at Twickenham
England v South Africa is such an enticing prospect given what is at stake for both sides. A ‘new’ England side can finish off their encouraging autumn campaign with a dose of revenge. Banishing the horrors of the 2019 World Cup Final will be high on Eddie Jones’s priority list. For South Africa, finishing their […] READ MORE