• Welsh Rugby Plan Leaked

    Updated: 2010-07-31 16:40:39
    Home Forum About Us Free Newsletter Rugby Twitterers Contact Us Home Featured Headline International Rants Welsh Rugby Plan Leaked No Comment Wales’ Rugby Plan Leaked Have you seen the recent outcry after a photo of some All Blacks moves were distributed around the Aussie press It was a pretty low thing to do by the photographer in my opinion and it later turns out the guy is a Kiwi anyway as Graham Henry says there are some unwritten rules that should be followed . And it is moments like these that force written rules to be put into place , all because someone is greedy about selling . photos But he’s at it again maybe Not content with ruining the All Blacks by releasing their plans he has also decided to take down the mighty Welsh by releasing the Wales game plan as devised by Warren

  • The Welsh Rugby Blog Needs YOU!

    Updated: 2010-07-31 16:40:39
    Home Forum About Us Free Newsletter Rugby Twitterers Contact Us Home Featured Headline The Welsh Rugby Blog Needs YOU No Comment Ever fancied yourself to be a bit of a rugby pundit Fancied getting your views across to thousands of people every month To be honest I fancied neither but it seems to have happened somehow thanks to the Welsh Rugby Blog As ever it is a case of rolling with the changes , accepting new things such as people actually coming to read what I write a novel experience The problem is that I am simply too biased to the Ospreys and know no other way of being As a result I am hoping to take on a few new bloggers for the upcoming season , fans who can fill in the skills gap that I lack . Namely the ability to write and any sort of understanding of . rugby Failing that I am

  • Rugby World Cup with ITV

    Updated: 2010-07-31 16:40:39
    Home Forum About Us Free Newsletter Rugby Twitterers Contact Us Home Featured Headline International News Rants Rugby World Cup with ITV No Comment Rugby World Cup with ITV ITV have the broadcasting rights for both 2011 and 2015 Rugby World Cups . Hands up who is happy with this decision Ok , now hands up who not from England is happy with the decision . I should imagine that’s a big zero . Because whilst England will get plenty of coverage we will be left , yet again , pondering how Wales vs South Africa will effect England’s chances of winning the World . Cup ITV’s coverage has been traditionally awful , so I assume that the tendering process included no reference to quality and everything to do with . price Think for a moment about the commentators . John Taylor may have been a class

  • Rugby World Cup Drinking Game

    Updated: 2010-07-31 16:40:39
    Home Forum About Us Free Newsletter Rugby Twitterers Contact Us Home Featured International Rants World Cup Rugby World Cup Drinking Game 8 Comments Ok the work starts here . Now we know for sure that ITV will be showing the 2011 Rugby World Cup in New Zealand we need to find a way of making their coverage enjoyable which means drinking vast quantities of alcohol . So a drinking game sounds to be the perfect . solution This is a collaboration so please do use the comments below to suggest new phrases to drink to , or new ideas , changes . etc The Rules Are simple , played much the same way as many other TV drinking games . Everytime you hear or see one of the things below you take the corresponding amount of fingers’ from your beer hard core players can try doing it with shots This game is

  • Magners League Fixtures Announced

    Updated: 2010-07-31 16:40:39
    Home Forum About Us Free Newsletter Rugby Twitterers Contact Us Home Cardiff Blues Dragons Headline International Llanelli Scarlets Magners league News Ospreys Rants Magners League Fixtures Announced 3 Comments Did you know you could get a FREE Welsh Rugby Blog newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Simply enter your details . here You can also follow us on Twitter and on Facebook now Isn't technology wonderful So the Magners League fixtures have been announced and yet again the Magners League underwhelms . me This is a league that gets much derision for a number of reasons , for teams not taking it seriously , for a lack of fans , for a lack of interest . But yet again we see just how the Magners League address this issue they do nothing and hope it . works Now I do think the

  • Heineken Cup Fixtures

    Updated: 2010-07-31 16:40:39
    Home Forum About Us Free Newsletter Rugby Twitterers Contact Us Home Cardiff Blues Dragons Featured Headline Heineken Cup Llanelli Scarlets News Ospreys Heineken Cup Fixtures No Comment Did you know you could get a FREE Welsh Rugby Blog newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Simply enter your details . here You can also follow us on Twitter and on Facebook now Isn't technology wonderful The Heineken Cup fixtures have been announced , and with all the Welsh regions taking part again this year with the Scarlets thankful the Blues won the Amlin cup all are looking forward to taking on the best that Europe has to . offer The Ospreys have one hell of a start away to Toulon , whilst the Blues have life a little easier at home to Edinburgh . The Dragons start away to Glasgow Ospreys Sat 9

  • Scarlets Release Jamie Corsi

    Updated: 2010-07-31 16:40:39
    Home Forum About Us Free Newsletter Rugby Twitterers Contact Us Home Llanelli Scarlets News Scarlets Release Jamie Corsi No Comment Jamie Corsi Released The Llanelli Scarlets have released Jamie Corsi after only one season with the Parc-Y-Scarlets . outfit The 22 year old tight head prop had previously toured with Wales down under as a teenager , but now finds himself looking for a new team with the season start only weeks away . Jamie Corsi only managed one start for the Scarlets , and that was in the LV= cup , specifically designed for the fringe players . The rest of his rugby last season had been in the Welsh Premiership with Llanelli . RFC Presumably , with money tight , the Scarlets have decided that Rhys Thomas and Deacon Manu , both of whom will be on very good money , are enough

  • Gareth Edwards to Make Shock Playing Comeback

    Updated: 2010-07-31 16:40:39
    Home Forum About Us Free Newsletter Rugby Twitterers Contact Us Home Featured Headline Gareth Edwards to Make Shock Playing Comeback No Comment Gareth Edwards to Make Shock Playing Comeback The press have been swamping the near forgotten team of Fylde in the last week as ex England and British Lions legend Jason Robinson has decided to make a shock comeback to the sport . We are told it is his love for the game that has brought him . back Good news , and it shows just how much rugby can effect a man . Some prefer their legends to bow out at the top’ rather than keep going when they are no longer the player they were . But that view is , in my opinion , . selfish Let them play rugby as long as they want . It is an amazing sport that you are a long time retired from’ as the saying goes .

  • Darren Daniel Released by Scarlets

    Updated: 2010-07-31 16:40:39
    Home Forum About Us Free Newsletter Rugby Twitterers Contact Us Home Llanelli Scarlets News Darren Daniel Released by Scarlets No Comment Darren Daniel The Scarlets have released the Llanelli academy and Llanelli RFC product Darren Daniel . Darren Daniel , 23, had scored 21 tries in 49 starts for the region but had struggled for competitive games recently , despite a run of injuries on the wing . He was behind even converted scrum halves in the pecking order managing just 2 competitive starts last season , 1 in the Heineken Cup , one in the LV= . cup Carmarthen Quins have moved swiftly to snap up the rapid 5’11 winger . Presumably this is more of the cost cutting that have seen Jamie Corsi and Rob Higget released . This release has a number of Llanelli Scarlets fans disappointed many of

  • New Zealand dominate opening Bledisloe Cup encounter

    Updated: 2010-07-31 12:51:37
    The All Blacks were dominant in a 49-28 victory over the Wallabies in Melbourne.

  • New Zealand dominate opening Bledisloe Cup encounter

    Updated: 2010-07-31 12:51:37
    The All Blacks were dominant in a 49-28 victory over the Wallabies in Melbourne.

  • Bledisloe Cup: All Blacks tactics sheet revealed

    Updated: 2010-07-30 16:15:49
    An anonymous source has revealed the All Blacks’ tactics sheet prior to tomorrow’s opening Bledisloe Cup match. And seeing as The Rugby Blog is completely neutral, here’s a retort for the Aussies: I met a fairy who granted me one wish. ”I want to live...

  • Bledisloe Cup: All Blacks tactics sheet revealed

    Updated: 2010-07-30 16:15:49
    An anonymous source has revealed the All Blacks’ tactics sheet prior to tomorrow’s opening Bledisloe Cup match. And seeing as The Rugby Blog is completely neutral, here’s a retort for the Aussies: I met a fairy who granted me one wish. ”I want to live...

  • Tri-Nations Predictions: Australia v New Zealand

    Updated: 2010-07-30 09:50:07
    The annual Bledisloe Cup marathon kicks off this weekend as the two unbeaten Tri-Nations sides go head to head in Melbourne.

  • Tri-Nations Predictions: Australia v New Zealand

    Updated: 2010-07-30 09:50:07
    The annual Bledisloe Cup marathon kicks off this weekend as the two unbeaten Tri-Nations sides go head to head in Melbourne.

  • Autumn Internationals Fixtures 2010

    Updated: 2010-07-29 18:26:06
    Here are the Autumn Internationals fixtures for 2010

  • Autumn Internationals Fixtures 2010

    Updated: 2010-07-29 18:26:06
    Here are the Autumn Internationals fixtures for 2010

  • McCaw admits to operating outside the law

    Updated: 2010-07-29 11:12:43
    Richie McCaw admitted on Wednesday that he didn’t always act within the laws of the game against the Springboks in the first two Tri-Nations games, but said that it’s all part of rugby. The All Black captain was penalised five times against the Springboks in Wellington according to website ruggastats.com. This infuriated coach Peter de [...]

  • WIN The Story of the All Blacks on DVD

    Updated: 2010-07-29 08:00:59
    We have 4 copies of ‘The Story of the All Blacks’ to give away on DVD, and all you have to do is answer a simple question to enter. The DVD features interviews with legendary All Blacks like Jonah Lomu and Dan Carter, and looks...

  • WIN The Story of the All Blacks on DVD

    Updated: 2010-07-29 08:00:59
    We have 4 copies of ‘The Story of the All Blacks’ to give away on DVD, and all you have to do is answer a simple question to enter. The DVD features interviews with legendary All Blacks like Jonah Lomu and Dan Carter, and looks...

  • Get involved with the O2 Rugby Reunion

    Updated: 2010-07-28 14:00:53
    Following the success of Scrum in the Park and Scrum on the Beach, this summer sees the launch of O2 Rugby Reunion, a nationwide initiative to encourage players that have drifted away from rugby to get back involved and put a team together. Teams will...

  • Get involved with the O2 Rugby Reunion

    Updated: 2010-07-28 14:00:53
    Following the success of Scrum in the Park and Scrum on the Beach, this summer sees the launch of O2 Rugby Reunion, a nationwide initiative to encourage players that have drifted away from rugby to get back involved and put a team together. Teams will...

  • Exeter Chiefs prepare for Aviva Premiership debut

    Updated: 2010-07-28 09:00:02
    There is palpable excitement in the South-West corner of England, where Exeter Chiefs are preparing for their first season in rugby's top flight.

  • Exeter Chiefs prepare for Aviva Premiership debut

    Updated: 2010-07-28 09:00:02
    There is palpable excitement in the South-West corner of England, where Exeter Chiefs are preparing for their first season in rugby's top flight.

  • ‘No problems’ in Springboks camp

    Updated: 2010-07-27 15:04:54
    The beleaguered Springboks have played downs reports of a rift in the team after their dismal start to Tri-Nations.

  • All Blacks team named for Melbourne Bledisloe

    Updated: 2010-07-27 15:04:53
    The All Blacks Coach have named their team for the first Bledisloe Cup Test against the Qantas Wallabies in the Bundaberg Red Tri Nations at Etihad Stadium, Melbourne, on Saturday 31 July. (Kick off: 8.05pm)

  • Qantas Wallabies named for Bledisloe Cup opener

    Updated: 2010-07-27 15:04:52
    Matt Giteau and Berrick Barnes will combine in the Australian backline for the first time this year after being named alongside of each other today in the Qantas Wallabies side that will confront the All Blacks in Melbourne.

  • Desperate Deans has no surface fears

    Updated: 2010-07-27 15:04:51
    Robbie Deans has dismissed fears of a dangerous Etihad Stadium surface, saying the Wallabies would happily play on asphalt to end their trans-Tasman woes.

  • Tough Genia praised as Carter-like

    Updated: 2010-07-27 15:04:50
    Will Genia is just 13 Tests into his rapidly-blossoming career but his influential rise already has All Black rivals likening him to Dan Carter.

  • Rocket Man to eclipse Jonah Lomu

    Updated: 2010-07-27 15:04:49
    Rocket Man Joe Rokocoko will on Saturday night eclipse national treasures John Kirwan and Jonah Lomu to become the All Blacks' most-capped winger.

  • New Zealand recall Jimmy Cowan and Joe Rokocoko for Australia match

    Updated: 2010-07-27 14:41:03
    • Cowan replaces Piri Weepu at scrum-half in Tri-Nations• Graham Henry: 'I can't see either side kicking it away too much'New Zealand have recalled the scrum-half Jimmy Cowan to replace Piri Weepu and welcomed back the winger Joe Rokocoko from a ha...

  • Australia reunite Matt Giteau and Berrick Barnes for New Zealand match

    Updated: 2010-07-27 14:23:27
    • 'These two have been reunited and we expect them to thrive'• Wallabies still waiting on Quade Cooper appealAustralia's coach Robbie Deans has switched Matt Giteau to fly-half and recalled Berrick Barnes as cover for the suspended Quade Cooper in ...

  • Amlin Challenge Cup Fixtures 2010/11

    Updated: 2010-07-27 14:00:32
    The fixtures for the 2010/11 Amlin Challenge Cup have now been confirmed.

  • Amlin Challenge Cup Fixtures 2010/11

    Updated: 2010-07-27 14:00:32
    The fixtures for the 2010/11 Amlin Challenge Cup have now been confirmed.

  • Biarritz sign Aussie duo

    Updated: 2010-07-27 13:55:12
    Biarritz have confirmed the signings of young Australians Dane Haylett-Petty and Michael Bond ahead of the Top 14 season.

  • Regan rocks Jake’s comeback

    Updated: 2010-07-27 13:28:30
    MARK KEOHANE says Jake White won’t coach the Boks again as long as Regan Hoskins is Saru president. Hoskins on Monday admitted the world champions did not have the best at the helm. But here’s the kicker. In an interview with the Cape Argus...

  • Pre-Season Rugby Fitness Training Programme

    Updated: 2010-07-27 08:00:04
    Pre-season fitness training at the top rugby clubs is already in full swing, but if you’re looking to get in shape for the new season, check out this detailed pre-season fitness programme. The plan has been developed by our sponsor Sci-Mentor Nutrition, and there is...

  • Pre-Season Rugby Fitness Training Programme

    Updated: 2010-07-27 08:00:04
    Pre-season fitness training at the top rugby clubs is already in full swing, but if you’re looking to get in shape for the new season, check out this detailed pre-season fitness programme. The plan has been developed by our sponsor Sci-Mentor Nutrition, and there is...

  • Andries Bekker out till Super 15

    Updated: 2010-07-27 07:10:06
    Andries Bekker will take no part in games for South Africa or Western Province until the revamped Super 15 tournament in 2011. Cape Talk has reported that the towering lock is set to undergo surgery to repair a damaged disc in his back, after picking up the injury during the Boks’ broadly ill-fated away leg [...]

  • ‘Boks bend the rules all the time’ – Henry

    Updated: 2010-07-26 07:53:36
    Graham Henry has spoken out on the refereeing controversy that Peter de Villiers has embroiled himself into. De Villiers made the outlandish claim last week that the All Blacks’ recent supremacy over the Springboks was part of a conspiracy aimed at generating support for next year’s World Cup. Henryon Saturday flew to Brisbane and watched [...]

  • Jason Robinson to play for Fylde RFC

    Updated: 2010-07-26 01:58:48
    For anyone that plays in National Two North…unlucky. Looks like you’ll be facing Billy Whizz next season when he lines up for Fylde RFC. This news isn’t quite as ridiculous as Jerry Collins playing for Barnstaple’s twos, but it’s a great story. Having left Sale’s...

  • Jason Robinson to play for Fylde RFC

    Updated: 2010-07-26 01:58:48
    For anyone that plays in National Two North…unlucky. Looks like you’ll be facing Billy Whizz next season when he lines up for Fylde RFC. This news isn’t quite as ridiculous as Jerry Collins playing for Barnstaple’s twos, but it’s a great story. Having left Sale’s...

  • Boks to take referee complaints to SANZAR

    Updated: 2010-07-22 05:35:03
    The Springboks are taking their referee woes to an official level with the South African Union asking SANZAR to look into what they clearly feel is a bias against the Boks by the judicial system. The two match ban on Jean de Villiers for a dangerous tackle on top of Bakkies Botha’s nine-week ban for [...]

  • Kankowski and Pienaar to start for Boks

    Updated: 2010-07-20 06:20:33
    The Springboks made 9 changes to the starting lineup that will face Australia in a Vodacom Tri-Nations Test at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane on Saturday. There are four changes in the run-on XV and a further five on the reserves bench. Amongst the backs, Gio Aplon, who was on the bench in Wellington, starts in [...]

  • Jean de Villiers suspended for 2 weeks – video

    Updated: 2010-07-19 05:29:49
    Springbok Jean De Villiers has been suspended for two weeks following a spear tackle on All Blacks debutant Rene Ranger. De Villiers was cited following the 31-17 loss the Tri Nations second test in Wellington. Check out the video below: Source: rugbydump.com

  • All Blacks smash Boks, again

    Updated: 2010-07-18 07:11:59
    New Zealand beat the Springboks 31 – 17 yesterday in Wellington to secure their second successive bonus point in the Tri-Nations tournament. Ma’a Nonu, Mils Muliaina, Rene Ranger and Israel Dagg all scored tries for the All Blacks, while flyhalf Daniel Carter, who had a poor goalkicking performance in missing five attempts at goal, slotted two [...]

  • Video of the new ‘Kapa O Pango’ Haka of the All Blacks

    Updated: 2010-07-16 05:34:08
    It’s been five years since the Kapa O Pango was first performed by the All Blacks. It was in New Zealand, and it was against the Springboks. On Saturday they brought it out once again, and the passion and fire that they put into it seemed to be just the start of what was a [...]

  • Rokocoko, Cowan to miss Springbok Test

    Updated: 2010-07-15 05:52:10
    Joe Rokocoko and Jimmy Cowan have been ruled out of the second Test between the Springboks and All Blacks on Saturday in Wellington due to injury. Rokocoko has a strained hamstring and has been replaced by Rene Ranger, who will make his first start for the All Blacks. Cowan has an abdominal strain and is [...]

  • Danie Rossouw in doubt for 2nd All Black Test

    Updated: 2010-07-14 07:19:23
    After a score of injuries, Danie Rossouw must probably think that the gods are conspiring against him to prevent him from reaching absolute rugby greatness. This week, fate threw out the bait of a 50th test cap starting in place of the suspended Botha, against the Springboks‘ greatest rivals on their home soil. No sooner [...]

  • Fiji bows out to Blues

    Updated: 2010-07-07 06:55:52
    Fiji gave way to Samoan pressure to lose the Pacific Nations Cup title to the hosts in Apia.Without the services of most of the overseas based players, Fiji lost composure and lost 9-31 to an experienced Samoan outfit.   Having already won the IRB Sevens World Series this year, the PNC triumph is another feather in the [...]

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