Northern Hemisphere World Cup contenders

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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


Five England players to look out for against Italy

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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

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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



Five Bolters for 2018 England Rugby Tour to South Africa

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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

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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