Looking at the Northern Hemisphere World Cup contenders, England may be seen as the best Challenger. But Wales and Ireland must be considered seriously too. Northern Hemisphere World Cup contenders Six Nations’ champions Wales goes into the RWC as one of the favourites to win the cup. The Welsh side which was ranked first, albeit […] READ MORE
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Five England players to look out for against Italy
Just one more warm up game stands ahead of Eddie Jones’ England and a flight to Japan as they face Italy at St James Park on Friday night. Last Word on Rugby’s Katy Homewood looks at five England players to look out for against Italy. Joe Marchant Eddie Jones does what Eddie Jones does best […] READ MORE
Nothing left to do but train; RWC build up
Sitting on your hands once your Super Rugby or Premiership/Top14/PRO14 team has ended their season, is not where players want to be. As teams are knocked out of the playoffs, there is nothing left to do but train, as leading players are in RWC build up mode. For the best, those players that are established […] READ MORE
World Rugby put the sword to Romanian RWC hopes, select Russia instead
In an authoritative move, World Rugby put the sword to Romanian RWC hopes, as they disciplined both Romania and Spain, to select Russia instead. It was in relation to the outrageous reaction from Spain when they failed to gain direct entry into the tournament, and after investigation by the governing body READ MORE
Five Bolters for 2018 England Rugby Tour to South Africa
When the announcement for the 2018 England Rugby Tour to South Africa next summer was made, it was a significant step. A true test; to play the Springboks in a three-Test series for the first time since 2012. It is also a pivotal point on the road to 2019. Recently named World Rugby Coach of the […] READ MORE
New Look French Rugby Squad out to Test All Blacks: 4 Players to Watch
Guy Noves’ announcement of the French rugby squad combines a blend of youth and experience. Ahead of the November Internationals, the head coach hasn’t shied away from including uncapped players in the match day squad. ?? Voici la compo des Bleus pour affronter les @AllBlacks samedi au @StadeFrance ! #soutiensleXV pic.twitter.com/NvRFmMSJRC — FF Rugby (@FFRugby) November […] READ MORE