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Crowley impressed by calibre of Italy kids

7 October 2018 1 comment

By STEFFAN THOMAS KIERAN Crowley insists Italy’s young stars are better than their Celtic equivalents. And the experienced coach believes the country’s next generation will […]

Cardiff move one point behind Scarlets

7 October 2018 1 comment

By CARL FIELD CELTIC CUP ROUND-UP CARDIFF Blues A put themselves firmly back into Celtic Cup contention with a 26-12 win over Connacht Eagles in […]

Big battle of the No9s is feast for Gatland

30 September 2018 0 comments

WALES AND LIONS LEGEND SHANE WILLIAMS Big chance: Ospreys’ Aled Davies clears his lines I’VE ALWAYS said regional derbies are the games which define Wales […]

Hamilton happy to ignore keyboard warriors

30 September 2018 1 comment

By ALEX BYWATER LUKE Hamilton has revealed that he has been a target for social media abuse after swapping his Welsh heritage for a new […]

Fitzgerald helps Scarlets down the Eagles

30 September 2018 0 comments

CELTIC CUP ROUND-UP By CARL FIELD SCARLETS A returned to winning ways in the Celtic Cup with a 35-19 defeat of Connacht Eagles at Carmarthen […]

Willis Halahola has one eye on Welsh jersey

27 September 2018 0 comments

Could Halahola feature in the future Welsh midfield?

Kinghorn waiting as Hogg is ruled out for Autumn

23 September 2018 0 comments

By GARY HEATLY Young flier: Edinburgh full-back Blair Kinghorn STUART Hogg will miss Scotland’s Autumn Internationals after being ruled out for 10-12 weeks due to […]

Mitchell in to provide Falcons injury cover

16 September 2018 1 comment

NEWCASTLE have signed Wales international Craig Mitchell on a three-month deal. The 32-year-old prop has won 15 caps and has had spells with Ospreys, Exeter, […]

Rosser’s five-star show has Dragons roaring

16 September 2018 1 comment

By CARL FIELD LEFT wing Jared Rosser helped himself to five tries as Dragons A chalked up their first win, beating Connacht Eagles 53-38 at […]

Ioane try makes Blues pay for double yellow

9 September 2018 0 comments

By STEFFAN THOMAS CARDIFF Blues fell to an agonising last gasp 27-25 defeat to Benetton in Italy after being reduced to 13 men. The Welsh […]

Davies boosted by new Hildago-Clyne rivalry

9 September 2018 2 comments

By STEFFAN THOMAS GARETH Davies has warned his Wales scrumhalf rivals he’s set to go to the next level this season. The Scarlets ace believes […]

Evans in hot pursuit of former Wales U20 graduates

9 September 2018 0 comments

By STEFFAN EVANS JARROD Evans hopes to be the next player off Jason Strange’s Wales production line. Former Wales U20 coach Strange has played an […]

Shane Williams column: It’s right to let regions take control once more

7 September 2018 0 comments

Is the timing right to move past National Dual Contracts?

Scintillating Blues left devastated by late try

2 September 2018 1 comment

By ROGER PANTING Catch me if you can: Ray Lee-Lo of Cardiff Blues gets clear to score PICTURE: Huw Evans BLUES missed a golden opportunity […]

Warburton signs up to become BT pundit

2 September 2018 1 comment

FORMER Wales and Lions captain Sam Warburton has been unveiled as BT Sport’s latest signing following his retirement from rugby. The former Cardiff Blues flanker […]

Stars tell what the Wales jersey signifies

2 September 2018 0 comments

By JAMES WILLIS THE first of a series of films inspired by the Welsh national team jersey and featuring rugby stars of the past and […]

Cudd grabs spotlight from Keys marquee signings

2 September 2018 0 comments

By IWAN GABE DAVIES Cross Keys …32 Bridgend …25 AFTER making some star signings over the summer, Cross Keys got their season off to an […]

Edinburgh are my dark horses

26 August 2018 0 comments

ALEX BYWATER gets the lowdown on the new season from former Wales star Lee Byrne LEE Byrne believes the combination of Richard Cockerill’s savvy coaching […]

Williams column: Deafening WRU silence over the future of Cardiff Arms Park worries me

23 August 2018 0 comments

Shane Williams gives his take on the future of a ground with grand standing in the history of Welsh rugby

Shoulder problem could force Blues ace Rhun to retire

19 August 2018 0 comments

By ALEX BYWATER CARDIFF Blues full-back Rhun Williams is fighting to save his career following a serious shoulder injury sustained in February’s away win over […]

Kvesic states case with breakdown dominance

19 August 2018 0 comments

By ROB COLE THEChiefs hammered out a five-try warning to their Premiership rivals that they will be just as difficult to beat this season after […]

Ospreys can turn the corner with Shaun working defence

19 August 2018 0 comments

WALES AND LIONS LEGEND SHANE WILLIAMS Leader: Justin Tipuric has the Ospreys armband this season PICTURE: Getty Images MY former side Ospreys had a very […]

Deafening WRU silence over future of Cardiff Arms Park

19 August 2018 0 comments

IT’S 2018, but I will always remain a rugby traditionalist and that’s why I’m firmly of the belief Cardiff Arms Park has to remain in […]

Roberts ready for the biggest challenge yet

19 August 2018 0 comments

By STEFFAN THOMAS Not giving up: Jamie Roberts PICTURE: Getty Images JAMIE Roberts insists a summer move to Bath can help keep his Wales dream […]

Pre-season fixtures

12 August 2018 3 comments

August 17 Edinburgh v Bath 7.45pm Cornish Pirates v Exeter 7.30pm Benetton v Leicester 7.30pm Dragons v Northampton (TBC) Leinster v Newcastle (TBC) Munster v […]

Ospreys ready for lift off now that ‘Jockey’ has the reins

5 August 2018 0 comments

By STEFFAN THOMAS High hopes: Ospreys centre Cory Allen CORY Allen believes the Ospreys boast a secret weapon who can unlock the wealth of riches […]

Jackson column: The PRO14 say ‘bah, Humbug’ to festive rugby fans

2 August 2018 0 comments

No Boxing Day fixture to come this winter…

Dragons need a flyer before their daunting task in Dublin

29 July 2018 1 comment

SHANE WILLIAMS WALES AND LIONS LEGEND Champs: Leinster celebrate winning the 2018 final THE beginning of the new PRO14 season looks like an open goal […]

Strange backing Jarrod for Biggar’s 10 jersey

29 July 2018 1 comment

By STEFFAN THOMAS NEW Cardiff Blues backs coach Jason Strange believes Jarrod Evans’ psychic abilities will increase the pressure on Dan Biggar for the Wales […]

You did it Sam, you’re a true Lions legend now

22 July 2018 0 comments

PETER JACKSON THE MAN TRULY IN THE KNOW Ambition achieved: Sam Warburton with the Lions in NZ PICTURE: Getty Images ■ A global perspective of […]

Give Piutau a reprieve after early capture by All Blacks

22 July 2018 0 comments

DAN LEO EXPERT ANALYST ON PACIFIC NATIONS The annual Pacific Rugby Players Welfare (PRPW) Board meeting took place in Bristol last week, representatives for the […]

Wales & Lions captain Sam Warburton retires from rugby with immediate effect

18 July 2018 0 comments

Legendary flanker calls time on his career before reaching the age of 30

Eastern promise has John buzzing

15 July 2018 0 comments

Sevens World Cup PAUL John insists his commitment to Hong Kong rugby remains absolute as he hopes to cause a shock at the World Cup […]

Manoa to put Blues on front foot next season

15 July 2018 0 comments

IN MODERN rugby, forwards who can put you on the front foot are worth their weight in gold and that’s why I think Samu Manoa […]

Ma’afu to join Tigers not Ealing

15 July 2018 0 comments

By JON NEWCOMBE LEICESTER have made a swoop for experienced Fijian loose-head prop Campese Ma’afu, who had only just signed for Ealing Trailfinders. The 33-year-old’s […]

Williams column: Why I’m rooting for Alex Cuthbert and Tom James this season

11 July 2018 0 comments

Alex Cuthbert is making a fresh start at Exeter and Tom James is back in training with Cardiff after battling depression

Cardiff Blues make strides to back row with signing of Samu Manoa

11 July 2018 0 comments

The Challenge Cup winners secure major signing in USA international Manoa

Scarlets are preferred pick for converted Kiwi Collins

8 July 2018 0 comments

By STEFFAN THOMAS AUCKLAND Blues utility back Michael Collins wants to return to Wales and forge an international career in the red shirt. Collins’ exclusive […]

Blues bring in Thornton

8 July 2018 1 comment

RORY Thornton has joined Cardiff Blues on a yearlong loan deal. The 23-year old Ospreys lock is the third addition to the squad in recent […]

Blues bid for Eagles ace No.8

8 July 2018 0 comments

By STEFFAN THOMAS CARDIFF Blues are understood to be front-runners to in the race for the marquee signing of Toulon No.8 Samu Manoa. The 33-year-old […]

ulvihill: Some big areas for Sam to improve

24 June 2018 0 comments

SAM Warburton has been urged to take a leaf out of Matt Giteau’s book if he wants to overtake David Pocock as the best openside […]

Shane Williams Column: Edwards is a must for whoever takes over

21 June 2018 0 comments

While Wales narrow down their search for a successor to Warren Gatland, I think they’re missing a trick when it comes to planning for life […]

Rees set for Cup bid at the age of 38

3 June 2018 0 comments

By PETER JACKSON MATTHEW Rees plans to make a Champions’ Cup come-back with Cardiff Blues next season at the age of 38 after signing a […]

Ospreys’ coaching panel swung decision for North

3 June 2018 0 comments

By ALEX BYWATER Taken care of: Wales star George North GEORGE North has revealed the coaching combination of Allen Clarke and Matt Sherratt was the […]

Debut for Williams as North moves to centre

3 June 2018 1 comment

WING George North was named at centre with Ellis Jenkins captaining Wales for the first time in last night’s Test match against South Africa. Ospreys-bound […]

Wales earn their revenge

3 June 2018 0 comments

Wales U20s ………26 Australia U20s…21 WALES got revenge for last year’s last-minute Pool defeat to Australia with a tight victory on Wednesday. First half tries […]

Ellis Jenkins to skipper Wales against the Boks

31 May 2018 0 comments

All four touring Dragons to play in Washington

Jenkins knows performance must be ‘outstanding’

27 May 2018 1 comment

By ROB COLE ELLIS Jenkins will use elements of the captaincy style of three of Wales’ greatest players on next month’s three Test tour, but […]

Gareth must be fearless in the face of Bok fire

27 May 2018 0 comments

WALES AND LIONS LEGEND SHANE WILLIAMS Starter at 10: Blues fly-half Gareth Anscombe PICTURE: Getty Images I MUST admit when I first saw Gareth Anscombe, […]