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Gatland: I believe Lions can still win

25 June 2017 0 comments

From NICK CAIN in Auckland WARREN Gatland remained defiant after the Lions’ 30-15 first Test defeat by New Zealand and insisted there were enough positives […]

Pub talk

25 June 2017 1 comment

Breakfast in the local…a light-hearted look at how the Lions unite the country Well, it all started so brightly. The replica Lions shirts were proudly […]

Lions need to get to rescue series in North firing Wellington

25 June 2017 0 comments

SHANE WILLIAMS WALES AND LIONS LEGEND THERE WILL be some Lions fans who didn’t watch Wales in New Zealand last summer. For those who did, […]

Jess backs Jack to push North out of Test frame

25 June 2017 0 comments

By NEALE HARVEY All-round talent: Jack Nowell PICTURES: Getty Images MATT Jess has blasted the “ridiculous criticism” aimed at Jack Nowell, insisting the revitalised winger’s […]

Great eight rule in the rain as Lions get confidence lift

18 June 2017 0 comments

From NICK CAIN at Rotorua International Stadium Maori All Blacks 10pts Try: Messam 12 Conversion: McKenzie 13 Penalty: McKenzie 22 British & Irish Lions 32pts […]

Lions must learn how to ‘walk in’ those try chances

18 June 2017 0 comments

Will start: George North has no real challenger at present JEREMYGUSCOTT OUTSPOKEN AND UNMISSABLE…EVERY WEEK Guscott Lions Test team: Halfpenny; Watson, Davies, Te’o, North; Sexton, […]

O’Mahony to lead the Lions against the Maori

15 June 2017 0 comments

Peter O’Mahony will captain the British & Irish Lions against the Maori All Blacks at Rotorua International Stadium on Saturday. The Munster skipper, who will […]

Liam bounced back in champion style

11 June 2017 1 comment

SHANE WILLIAMS Up and down week: Liam Williams PICTURES: Getty Images LIAM WILLIAMS’ week summed up life as a professional rugby player. One moment you’re […]

Lions will need George to be roaring – Kirwan

11 June 2017 0 comments

From ALEX BYWATER in Christchurch FORMER All Blacks wing John Kirwan says George North can deliver the X-Factor the British & Irish Lions need in […]

Peter Jackson: Size didn’t matter in 1971, just pure ability

2 June 2017 0 comments

When they line up for the first Test, the Lions’ backs will be three inches taller on average than their historic predecessors of 1971 and […]

Patchell and Evans have been bitten, and it hurts!

28 May 2017 0 comments

PHIL DOLLMANis to be congratulated on his elevation to the Wales squad, a reward for long years of perseverance which may enable him to leave […]

All Blacks will need big guns firing – Franks

14 May 2017 1 comment

By NEALE HARVEY DOUBLE World Cupwinning Kiwi prop Ben Franks reckons the array of “worldclass” talent within the Lions ranks, led by the indomitable Maro […]

Warburton: Lions have weapons to strike fear

30 April 2017 0 comments

SAM Warburton has hailed Stuart Hogg and George North as the “X-factor” men who can put the frighteners on the All Blacks this summer. He […]

Shane Williams: This can be when North becomes a true great

28 April 2017 0 comments

We could see some of the best rugby ever to be played on this Lions tour. That might sound as if I’m going over the […]

Gopperth demands a big reaction to Dublin fiasco

9 April 2017 0 comments

By NEALE HARVEY PREVIEW… Wasps v Northampton Today. Kick-off 3pm. Ricoh Arena FRUSTRATED Wasps centre Jimmy Gopperth is desperate to exorcise the ghosts of last […]

Shane Williams: Warburton still the pick of captaincy candidates

6 April 2017 0 comments

The clock is ticking in the run up to Warren Gatland‘s Lions squad announcement, but for me there’s only one man to lead the touring […]

The French farce could have ended so much earlier

26 March 2017 1 comment

THE farce that unfolded in Paris last Saturday, culminating in almost 20 minutes of added time was a perfect storm. It combined skulduggery by coaches […]

Barnes takes the big heat

26 March 2017 0 comments

ONE name seemed to be missing from the roll of honour for the 2017 Six Nations, that of Wayne Barnes. His handling of The Longest […]

It’s Rorke’s Drift again, but this time the Welsh heroics end badly

19 March 2017 1 comment

By PETER JACKSON Roar power: Referee Wayne Barnes awards a try to Damien Chouly, of France, deep in injury-time to level the scores at 18-18 […]

‘Cheating’ French rile Howley in prop row

19 March 2017 0 comments

ROB HOWLEY believes France went against the spirit of rugby with the way they replaced prop Uini Atonio during the 20 minutes of over-time. Atonio […]

Advantage Webb in battle for Lions jersey

12 March 2017 0 comments

SHANE WILLIAMS WALES AND LIONS LEGEND THIS was much more like it from Wales and in George North and Rhys Webb, Rob Howley had the […]

O’Mahony: We won’t be lacking motivation

12 March 2017 2 comments

IRELAND flanker Peter O’Mahony says Joe Schmidt’s side won’t be short on motivation against England, despite seeing their Six Nations hopes ended by defeat to […]

Lions watch: wings

10 March 2017 0 comments

Warren Gatland is going to be spoiled for choice when it comes to selecting his 2017 Lions wings. The head coach has such a variety […]

George must find some form… fast

5 March 2017 1 comment

WARREN Gatland is going to be spoiled for choice when it comes to selecting his 2017 Lions wings. The head coach has such a variety […]

Peter Jackson: This Scotland team are a serious item

1 March 2017 0 comments

Scotland reaffirmed their status as title contenders yesterday by treating the faithful to something they had not witnessed for a long time, a Welsh team […]

This Scotland team are a serious item

26 February 2017 0 comments

PETER JACKSON VERDICT Scotland reaffirmed their status as title contenders yesterday by treating the faithful to something they had not witnessed for a long time, […]

North back fit to take on Scotland

22 February 2017 0 comments

Wales have been boosted by the return of George North ahead of their Six Nations clash against Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday. The Northampton winger, […]

Fast start for Evans but it’s far from pretty

19 February 2017 1 comment

By ROGER PANTING STEFF Evans proved he is ready for a Wales call with a try on his return as Scarlets ran out convincing winners, […]

DREAMTEAM

19 February 2017 0 comments

BRENDON O’CONNOR, THE LEICESTER & FORMER BLUES OPENSIDE, CHOOSES THE BEST XV HE HAS PLAYED WITH OR AGAINST… 1. Tony Woodcock – I played with […]

Peter Jackson: Like it or not George, facts are facts!

26 January 2017 0 comments

George North put his two big feet into the concussion debate the other day in sneering contempt of the media over their reporting of medical […]

Jeff Probyn: Offer proper protection for all… or the game could die

6 January 2017 0 comments

As the repercussions of George North‘s concussion story look set to rumble on through the New Year, now is surely the time to look at […]

Northampton statement on George North incident findings

21 December 2016 0 comments

Northampton Saints have issued the following statement following the publication of the Concussion Management Review Group (CMRG) regarding the on-pitch treatment of George North during […]

Northampton cleared over George North incident

21 December 2016 0 comments

The Concussion Management Review Group (CMRG) has concluded that George North should not have returned to play against Leicester but Northampton will face no sanction […]

Shane Williams: Get off Howley’s back, he’s proved a winner at top level

15 December 2016 0 comments

The worst kept secret in rugby is out. Warren Gatland’s selection of Rob Howley, Steve Borthwick and Andy Farrell as his assistant coaches for the […]

Nick Cain: Clear this fog over North for the sake of others

14 December 2016 0 comments

Northampton‘s attempt to shroud the crucial issue of George North being knocked out against Leicester last weekend in a fog of claims over TV footage […]

Quit now George, says top brain doctor

14 December 2016 0 comments

George North must consider retiring rather than run further risk of brain damage, according to an expert on concussion. “George does have to make that […]

UPDATE: New Northampton statement on George North

6 December 2016 0 comments

Northampton Saints have today issued the following statement regarding the ongoing debate surrounding the on-pitch treatment of George North during last Saturday’s game against Leicester. […]

VIDEO: Northampton statement on George North

3 December 2016 0 comments

Northampton Saints has issued the following statement about the medical assessment and treatment of George North at Welford Road tonight. George was attended to by […]

Shane Williams: How many back rows can finish like Tipuric?

1 December 2016 0 comments

I’ve said it plenty of times, but I’m more than happy to say it again, Justin Tipuric is one of the most-skilful players I have […]

Wales change six for Pumas clash

10 November 2016 0 comments

Rob Howley has made six changes ahead of Wales‘ meeting with Argentina in Cardiff on Saturday, taking the axe to the side that were crushed […]

Peter Jackson: Gatland’s Law pays no heed to loyalty

27 October 2016 0 comments

The Welsh Rugby Union really ought to write a thankyou letter to those nice people who run the big English clubs, Premier Rugby Ltd. There […]

Shane Williams: I would pick Tom James ahead of Alex Cuthbert

27 October 2016 0 comments

Tom James and Dan Evans have every right to feel unfortunate for missing out on the Wales squad. Dan Evans has been in great form […]

Shane Williams: Jamie Cudmore case proves that concussion’s a real concern

6 October 2016 0 comments

Good on Jamie Cudmore for raising the issue of concussion again and throwing the onus of responsibility back at the clubs and those who have […]

Team GB ‘too small to match big guys’ in Rio

27 July 2016 0 comments

Mike Friday, head coach of USA 7s, believes Team GB‘s Olympic medal chances have been damaged by not picking more stars from the 15-man game. […]

Wales change two for second NZ Test

16 June 2016 0 comments

Wales have made two changes to their starting XV for the second Test against New Zealand in Wellington with Rhys Patchell and Luke Charteris named. […]

Shane Williams verdict: Lively Liam Williams is such a joy to watch

16 June 2016 0 comments

What a game and what an effort from Sam Warburton and his boys but yet again, New Zealand showed why they are the world champions. […]

Peter Jackson verdict: The All Blacks got up off the canvas

16 June 2016 0 comments

Peter The cognoscenti had been nodding all over New Zealand all week in agreement with Christian Cullen’s prognosis, that Wales wouldn’t be able to live […]

George North ruled out of NZ tour

13 June 2016 0 comments

George North will miss the remainder of the Wales‘ tour of New Zealand after suffering a “significant” hamstring tear in the 39-21 loss to the […]

Lydiate to captain Wales against England

27 May 2016 0 comments

Dan Lydiate will lead Wales against England at Twickenham on Sunday as Warren Gatland‘s side begin their five match summer tour. Lydiate continues with the […]

Jeremy Guscott column: New-look backline can tear it up if Leicester’s pack perform

11 May 2016 0 comments

Leicester have plenty of rivalries that stretch back in time, such as those against Northampton and Bath. The rivalry between Bath and Leicester stemmed from […]

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