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Gloucester has always had talent. They have always had the potential to beat anyone on their day. They have always been competitive but lacked consistency. Consequently the Cherry and Whites have not made the Premiership play-offs since the 2010/11 season. So what makes this year different to predict a Gloucester Rugby top four finish? The […] READ MORE
More and more, efforts of a teams' season is determined by standings. If not for the final result, knock-out football is often another stage of the season. Reach that position, sides can take a deep breath and re-focus on a semi-final match. At the pinnacle of Premiership Rugby, this weekend 'it is all up for grabs' READ MORE
A week ago Northampton Saints returned to Monday training following a fourth hammering this season by Saracens. This week they have the satisfaction of completing the double over their fiercest rivals Leicester as they won 27-21 at Welford Road. This may also potentially derail the Tigers’ play-off bid. Before the match, there was only one […] READ MORE
There are only four rounds to go before the end of one of the most arduous competitions in recent memory. Everything points towards an exciting finale to the Aviva Premiership season. Teams are battered, bruised and craving a summer of break yet must stay fully focused on the seasons goals and objectives in 2017/18 READ MORE
To kickstart the very first edition of the ‘In the Bin’ rugby pod, we will be diving straight in with an Aviva Premiership Season Preview 2017/18. ‘In the Bin’ Rugby Pod Get set for a regular fix of commentary, news, views and analysis of the results and outcome from domestic and International rugby matches. ‘In […] READ MORE
An eventful weekend in the European Challenge Cup quarter finals saw two away wins, for Gloucester Rugby and Cardiff Blues. These wins have altered the makeup of the semi-finals significantly; both these sides will now play at home as a reward for winning on the road. Here’s a review of the European Challenge Cup quarter […] READ MORE
The Aviva Premiership 2017/18 returns this weekend after the distraction of the Six Nations. Whilst it is only for one week before the European quarter finals weekend, there is a lot to look forward to in Round 17 and beyond. In anticipation, James Barker takes a look back at the highlights of the Aviva Premiership […] READ MORE
After a bruising Autumn International series that tested most squad depths, two rounds of European action may be a welcome distraction for many coaches. Key men can be rested and returning players can be eased back in. However the next fortnight requires a difficult decision to be made: to rest or not to rest? James […] READ MORE
The Aviva Premiership Round 10 saw some big changes in the table, which could become vital come playoff time. Aviva Premiership Round 10 Worcester Warriors 14 Sale Sharks 18 Worcester’s recent form, with big wins over Midland rivals Northampton and Leicester, may have played on the minds of Steve Diamond’s men. They came into the […] READ MORE
Gloucester Rugby face one of their biggest tests yet on Friday evening, as they travel to Newcastle Falcons. It will reveal a lot about the Johan Ackermann regime and whether the South African leader can solve Gloucester’s inconsistency problem. Three Aviva Wins in a Row The Johan Ackermann regime has already delivered back-to-back wins, which […] READ MORE
James is an Editor for Last Word on Rugby. He covers the Gallagher Premiership and in particular Gloucester Rugby, his hometown club. When not at Kingsholm James may also be found supporting Gloucestershire Cricket.