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Following Gloucester’s victory over Saracens, backs coach Tim Taylor spoke about how pleasing the forwards physicality was, yet how disappointed the team were at missing out on the bonus point. Tim Taylor pleased with forwards physicality Gloucester bullied Saracens up front and with the rotation Tim Taylor was pleased with just how well they fronted […] READ MORE
The latest injury news from the Welsh camp is that fly half Owen Williams has been released from the squad having picked up a hamstring injury. Owen Williams’ unfortunate injury run continues Owen Williams, who has only just returned to action following around nine months out of action with a knee injury, has been ruled […] READ MORE
Following his side’s scrappy win over Wasps Johan Ackermann gave injury updates, his thoughts on the game and how he feels the side will handle pressure better. Robert Rees brings you the full Johan Ackermann interview. Gloucester’s strong belief brought them through Speaking on the hard fought win at Kingsholm Johan Ackermann said, ”I think […] READ MORE
Several Wales stars were involved in today’s exciting West Country derby which Gloucester won in a late, dramatic finish. The TMO was required after over six minutes of added time to award Gloucester the try that saw them win the game via an Owen Williams conversion. Gloucester claimed their first away points of the season […] READ MORE
Last Word on Rugby detail the most influential Aviva Premiership signings for the upcoming 2017/18 season. The who's-who of new player profiles READ MORE
Premiership Rugby’s most protracted transfer last season, eventually saw George Ford return to Leicester after four years away with Bath. It was a move that Bath owner Bruce Craig was less than pleased about after stating his willingness to release Ford from his contract–provided he didn’t choose a return to Welford Road. Though, it turns […] READ MORE
The main thing to take away from the Welsh team announcement is that whilst Howley says he acts in Wales' best interests and that you don't turn into a bad team overnight. He does lack a fundamental skill for top level coaching, foresight. Wales should be looking at the 2019 World Cup and whilst many of Friday's players will be in that squad, if they hold form and fitness, it's an ideal time to add to our depth for then. 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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