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In the last pod of this season, Paddy and Andy discuss both finals, with Saracens and Leinster worthy winners. Ashton also makes his point as the Baa-Baas spank England. We will also have all the usual features before predicting the outcomes of the summer tours. Cheers, from 'In the Bin' rugby pod READ MORE
Harlequins fans might well be asking themselves where their club is going. Paul Gustard’s Harlequins departure, along with that of Chris Ashton has raised some questions. Head of Rugby Paul Gustard departed after just over two and a half years at the club and will join Italian side Benetton Treviso as defence coach at the […] READ MORE
Every season, there are breakthrough players, under-the-radar players and big-name players who, for whatever reason, need to remind everyone who they are. Here is our pick of the6 British and Irish players who could do with a standout 2018/19 season. British and Irish Lions players often find it hard to peak, after the heights of […] READ MORE
Following his side’s 46-41 win over Gloucester Steve Diamond was left wanting as he saw his side remain in seventh position following the conclusion of all of the other games. Despite the disappointment of initially missing out on Champions Cup rugby, he talked about building from this moment and England’s poor selection tactics. Top six […] READ MORE
As the Rugby World Cup in Japan draws ever closer, excitement is building. Once the domestic competitions are decided, Eddie Jones will be selecting his 31-man England Rugby World Cup squad within the next few months. So naturally, attention turns to who will make the plane. With Steve Hansen already bringing together a larger 41-man […] READ MORE
This was another wonderful old-school test match between England and the All Blacks. Played in dreadful conditions at Twickenham, New Zealand took the match… just, by fighting back after the England rugby team were ahead 15-0 at one stage, to narrowly win 16-15. The World Champions were given an almighty scare by a resurgent England rugby […] READ MORE
England versus the All Blacks has been long overdue. And despite Eddie Jones’ men having a dismal 2018 for England Rugby thus far, they can go into this eagerly awaited clash with some hope. England are heavy underdogs, which will mean the pressure valve which has encased English rugby since their disastrous 2018 Six Nations campaign, […] READ MORE
In August, England Rugby coach Eddie Jones made the bold prediction that he has in mind most of his squad to go to Japan next year. The reality must be that there are at least eight spots which are very much up for grabs, for the ‘forgotten men’ of the English rugby squad, to fight […] READ MORE
“You have the right to remain silent…” Until you hear those words, you’re really not one of rugby’s most notorious players. Maybe it doesn’t have to go that far but that’s roughly what Rebels’ player, Amanaki Mafi, heard on Sunday. New Zealand police arrested the Rebels’ loose forward due to an incident involving his own […] READ MORE
Home advantage meant nothing for Lyon and Castres, as they overcame Toulon and Toulouse respectively, in their Top14 Barrages to book their places in the 2017/18 semi-finals. Lyon will take on Montpellier; while Castres will face Racing, to determine who will make it to the Top14 grand final at the Stade de France, on Saturday […] READ MORE
Rugby writer focusing predominantly on Aviva Premiership and Top14. Big fan of Super Rugby and all things international.
Covered World Rugby U20 Championships in Georgia (2017) for LWOR, ESPN and Rugby World.
Planning for RWC in Japan 2019.