Rugby News, Analysis, History, Schedule, Rumours
When Newcastle Falcons host Exeter Chiefs this Sunday at 3:00pm GMT, it will be an interesting match as the Chiefs look to win their first road game of the Premiership this season, against a team that has not won a single game in the 2023/24 Gallagher Premiership Rugby season, the Falcons. Newcastle Falcons host Exeter […] READ MORE
Over this weekend, the rugby world paid it’s last respects to Doddie Weir. The former Scotland and British and Irish Lions’ player succumbed to his debilitating motor neuron disease at the age of 52. From the personal tributes and obituaries, a sense of the man can be found. One who played with energy and pride, […] READ MORE
The 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership kicks off in September, with the first round of pre-season fixtures completing an off-season full of change and some disruption. David Jones brings you all you need to know ahead of the season kick-off. 2022/23 Gallagher Premiership is more competitive than ever The hard work continues 💪 With less than 2️⃣ […] READ MORE
Worcester Warriors welcomed Newcastle Falcons to Sixways on Saturday afternoon as they looked to register successive wins in the Gallagher Premiership for the first time since September 2020. Additionally, the hosts were also looking to register a first win over the Falcons in five meetings between the two teams. Warriors returned to action after last […] READ MORE
The ‘In the Bin’ rugby pod returns for another week of rugby news, game analysis and ranting with Andy and Paddy. ‘In the Bin’ Rugby Pod – Season 1, Episode 2 The ‘In the Bin Rugby Pod’ is back this week to reflect on a fantastic start to the new Aviva Premiership season. With tries, bonus […] READ MORE
‘In the Bin’ rugby pod has plenty of news again, to keep you up-to-date with all the results and happenings from the Northern Hemisphere. The Pro14 regular season is now ‘In the Bin’ and the Premiership is only a round away. Paddy and Andy are here to discuss the latest news, games and play off […] READ MORE
‘Hands up who is ready for another episode?’ Well, the Falcons are certainly happy, and Andy and Paddy are ready to deliver the ‘In the Bin’ Rugby Pod this week. And over the last week, the we have seen matches from the absurd, to the glorious, so enjoy a breakdown of all the results and […] READ MORE
Newcastle Falcons have released a noteworthy promotion for their Boxing Day fixture against Sale Sharks. The Falcons have hyped the game with the slogan “Welcome to the True North”. The campaign shows the team’s biggest stars with shreds of snow and fire rising from beneath them. The Game of Thrones vibes is an awesome way […] READ MORE
The Anglo-Welsh Cup semi-finals took place this weekend against the backdrop of the penultimate Six Nations weekend, with the tournament taking on a distinct West Country feel, ahead of the Anglo-Welsh Cup final next week. Gloucester will host a southwest derby as Bath face Exeter in the Cup final next weekend. Both matches were decided […] READ MORE
Gallagher Premiership clubs have learned today of their status in the tier system that could see them welcome back crowds. Some will be able to host supporters, whilst others remain crowd-less. How does the tier system work? There are three tiers. Tier one will see 4,000 fans attending sporting events, tier two with 2,000 supporters […] 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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