Rugby Union

Northampton v London Irish: Smith backs O’Connor to shine

London Irish coach Brian Smith has backed new signing James O'Connor to lift the side when he makes his debut against Northampton on Sunday. The Australian was unveiled by the club on Tuesday,...

Rugby: No half measures from England

England coach Stuart Lancaster feels his men must hit the ground running when they take on Australia at Twickenham on Saturday. The Red Rose are set to play three internationals this autumn, with...

Aviva Premiership: Harlequins hit by Lowe injury blow

Harlequins' Aviva Premiership aspirations have been hit by the news centre George Lowe will miss the remainder of the season because of a neck injury. The 24-year-old, who has been with the Quins since...

Wallabies: Ben Mowen replaces James Horwill as skipper

Head coach Ewen McKenzie has named Ben Mowen as captain for Australia's QBE Autumn International clash against England at Twickenham on Saturday and told his predecessor James Horwill to focus on...

Rugby: England must ignore Lions win – Stuart Lancaster

England head coach Stuart Lancaster has urged his players not to pay too much attention to the British and Irish Lions' success in Australia earlier this year. The autumn internationals begin this...

London Irish Rugby: James O’Connor unveiled

London Irish have completed the signing of Australia utility back James O'Connor on a short-term deal until the end of the season. O'Connor, who has played at centre, wing, full-back and fly-half, has...

London Irish Rugby: Exiles set to unveil Aussie ace

London Irish have called a press conference for Tuesday where they are expected to announce the capture of Australian star James O'Connor. O'Connor has suffered a dramatic fall from grace since the...

Wales Rugby: Sam Warburton enthused by Springboks clash

Wales captain Sam Warburton says he can’t wait to test himself against the physical South African pack in less than two weeks time at the Millennium Stadium. Warren Gatland’s men face the...

Super Rugby: Israel Folau excited by England challenge

Israel Folau says he is desperate to make a telling contribution when his Australia side meet England at Twickenham next Saturday. The 24-year-old switched to rugby union at the start of the year...

Gloucester v Bath: Mike Ford praises his dominant side

Bath head coach Mike Ford felt his side deserved their narrow victory over West Country rivals Gloucester on Friday night despite not scoring a try. Namesake George Ford kicked all Bath's points with...

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