Four years ago, England bowed out of their home World Cup on what was a miserable campaign for Stuart Lancaster’s men. England’s ‘pool of death’ saw them face Wales and Australia along with two easier games in Fiji and Uruguay. Asia awaits their arrival and this time England don’t need to worry about another World […] READ MORE
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Eddie Jones names his 31-man England World Cup squad
Following his side’s 33-19 victory over Wales at Twickenham, Eddie Jones has named his 31-man England World Cup squad. Robert Rees has the latest. England World Cup squad Owen Farrell will captain England in his second Rugby World Cup. The squad of 31 players have over 1,000 caps, with 17 having played in at least […] READ MORE
“We’re the team to beat” says Exeter Chiefs’ Jack Nowell Ahead Of New Premiership Season
Exeter Chiefs wing Jack Nowell believes his side are the team to beat ahead of the start of the new Premiership season. The south-west club triumphed over Wasps in extra-time 23-20 in the final last season to seal their maiden Premiership title. The new season kicks off this Friday and is set to be the most […] READ MORE
Exeter Chiefs Realise Premiership Dream
The Exeter Chiefs and owner Tony Rowe realised a dream on Saturday afternoon when Gareth Steenson kicked them to Aviva Premiership glory. Exeter Chiefs Realise Premiership Dream Steenson’s extra-time penalty gave the Exeter Chiefs a 23-20 victory over Wasps at Twickenham. It completes a phenomenal journey from newly promoted to new champions in just seven […] READ MORE
Will Wasps or Exeter Chiefs Lift Aviva Premiership Trophy
Wasps Rugby against Exeter Chiefs is like ‘an unstoppable force colliding with an immovable object, and that is symbolic of the intensity fans can expect when the Aviva Premiership trophy is fought over. Exeter Chiefs will return to Twickenham for the second time in the last 12 months. Wasps meanwhile, are returning for the first time since […] READ MORE
Why Not Ardie Savea? The Search for the Next All Blacks Number Eight
The All Blacks and Steve Hansen’s multiple choices are an 'wonderful type of headache' to have, and one which most head coaches would want every day. Ardie Savea will play again at number 8 against the Stormers tonight, and can show us if he is ready to take the spot as the commander of the pack. READ MORE
Anglo Welsh Cup Breakthrough Player Progress
After one week back for Aviva Premiership action, after Champions Cup play, English and Welsh sides switch focus again to the returning Anglo Welsh Cup. The competition didn’t take place last season, but returns for 2016/17 and it needs to regain its momentum and position as a ‘place to see future stars’. The Anglo Welsh Cup (AWC) has evolved a […] READ MORE
Eddie Jones’ Options for England Wing Crisis
England’s Wing Crisis Following injuries and suspensions, England’s wing crisis is the pressing issue for Eddie Jones to solve this Autumn. Injuries to Jack Nowell and Anthony Watson last week have left England without their first choice wingers. The Old Mutual Wealth Series will now provide Jones with the chance to test out his strength in depth. […] READ MORE