Canadian rugby in 1993 was a different world. Social media did not exist and the internet was not mainstream at the time. It was also a time when rugby union as a game was not a professional sport. Lastly, this was a time when the Canadian men’s rugby union national team was very close to […] READ MORE
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Endless possibilities: Cardiff Blues back row options
Cardiff Blues‘ head coach John Mulvihill will have plenty of back rowers to choose from when the new season gets underway, with eight players in total to choose from. From Wales internationals Josh Navidi and Ellis Jenkins to up and coming young talents such as Shane Lewis-Hughes and James Botham, Wales’ capital region really are […] READ MORE
Principality Stadium and Cardiff Arms Park transform into field hospitals
Two major sporting stadia within Wales have been transformed into field hospitals to fight the Coronavirus outbreak. There are plans to have around 2,000 beds in the Principality Stadium with its neighbour helping along. Principality Stadium The stadium is now host to a giant marquee under which the beds and medical equipment will be positioned. […] READ MORE
Wales women thinking ‘positive’ despite heavy French defeat
Following their drubbing at the hands of France, Wales women are feeling “positive” and are excited against their challenge against England. Captain Siwan Lillicrap spoke to the media. Wales women feeling upbeat “This might come to a shock for people listening in, but we’re feeling positive. They are semi-professional and one of the best sides […] READ MORE
Cardiff Blues pleased with Benetton second half turnaround
The Cardiff Blues are pleased with their second half revival against Benetton last Sunday as the back three impress in the side’s bonus-point victory. Robert Rees has the latest from the Arms Park. Mulvihill pleased with player reaction on Sunday “We got back to playing the way we prepared, there were a lot of uncontested […] READ MORE
John Mulvihill updates Cardiff Blues transfer situation
Following his sides 34-24 victory over Benetton Cardiff Blues head coach John Mulvihill updated the media on where the region stands with regards to its current transfer negotiations. Cardiff Blues remain in progress “We’ve probably got some things coming our way sooner or later,” said Mulvihill. “But we can’t say too much as players who […] READ MORE
Wales vs. France – Women’s Six Nations
Live action from the Arms Park as Wales take on France in the women’s Six Nations. Robert Rees brings you all the live action. Women’s Six Nations Wales vs. France “Main photo credit” Embed from Getty Images READ MORE
LIVE: Guinness Pro14 – Cardiff Blues vs Benetton
Live Guinness Pro14 action from the Cardiff Arms Park as the Cardiff Blues take on Benetton. Robert Rees brings you all the live action. Pro14 action in full flow Cardiff Blues vs. Benetton “Main photo credit” Embed from Getty Images READ MORE
Wales Women’s rugby claim a first Victory over Ireland in eight years
Wales recorded their first win over the Irish since 2011 with a bonus point victory at the Arms Park. Tries from Beth Lewis, Jasmine Joyce, Carys Phillips and Jess Kavanagh were enough to see Roland Phillips side gain victory on the last day of the 2019 Women’s Six Nations championship. Wales claim a first Victory […] READ MORE
Home advantage proves key as Gloucester set to meet Cardiff Blues in Bilbao final
Gloucester and the Cardiff Blues have secured their spot in the Challenge Cup final following their wins over Newcastle and Pau respectively. Both former finalists in this competition, will meet in Bilbao Spain, for the European Rugby Club finals. Gloucester first to secure place in Bilbao final Gloucester were the first side to secure their […] READ MORE