As the Gallagher Premiership Round 14 results are consumed, there were wins ‘against the grain’ and pundit selections that will refresh the English rugby top tier league, to the benefit of fans and followers globally. Not every game was an entirely upset outcome though. Some had few outright predictions while the midtable teams can take […] READ MORE
Tag: Sale Sharks
Who Are the ‘Real’ Sale Sharks?
Sale Sharks are the ultimate ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ side. Top four contenders at home, yet relegation candidates away from the AJ Bell Stadium. Fans are starting to ask “who are the real Sale Sharks?” Stabilising the club in the 2016/17 season, Steve Diamond set lofty ambitions for the new campaign. Optimism was high in the […] READ MORE
‘In the Bin’ Rugby Pod – Season 1, Episode 2
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 – Season 1, Episode 32
We edge ever closer to the play-offs in both the Aviva Premiership and Guinness Pro14, with only a handful of games left now. But don’t fear as ‘In the Bin’ rugby pod is focused to finish out the regular season in style. Paddy and Andy dissect the latest games and permutations for the season ending […] READ MORE
Falcons vs Sale Sharks could be MASSIVE in a few years
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
Sale Sharks 2021/22 Gallagher Premiership focus
Ever since Alex Sanderson took over the Sale Sharks they progressed at a fast rate. Winning is now part of their DNA and the only goal should be Premiership glory. Sale Sharks 2021/22 Gallagher Premiership Focus The only issue comes in depth. There is a considerable drop in star quality below the likes of Faf […] READ MORE
Northern Hemisphere Rugby Cities: top-flight Union and League
There are a total of only two Northern Hemisphere rugby cities with a first-tier rugby league and union team in the northern hemisphere. One city, Salford, in the Greater Manchester area of the UK, has rugby league and union teams that date back to the 19th century. This is while Toronto, Canada, a city where rugby […] READ MORE
2020/21 Premiership Playoffs confirmed after crazy Covid-affected calendar year
Moving from the regular season to the knockout rounds, as 2020/21 Premiership playoffs places were secured, the reality of this prolonged and somewhat crazy Covid-affected calendar year is shifted into the background. Four teams now ascend to the semi-finals. The penultimate weekend, before the two most accomplished sides will match each other in the Grand […] READ MORE
Champions Cup Round of 16 should be retained (as shown last weekend)
The hugely interrupted European calendar this season has provided an opportunity for live test changes to the tournament format. Original plans had the well-supported Champions Cup Round of 16 adjusted in the 2020/21 season. The group stages had already been cut from six games to four, and we ultimately only saw two games before Covid-19 […] READ MORE
Future Scottish Rugby Stars To Look Out For
At this moment in time, the future of Scottish Rugby is looking good. Not only with the way in which the current team are playing and gelling with the coaching staff. Also with the multitude of young talent that is quickly progressing through the ranks. Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has worked hard in recent […] READ MORE