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Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:17:00 GMT

Ulster Ravens 29-3 Bedford

Ulster's Ian Whitten tries to break clear of Bedford's Ian Vass Ulster Ravens clinched a comfortable win over Bedford in Friday's British & Irish Cup opener at Ravenhill. Early tries by Tommy Seymour and Declan Fitzpatrick - both converted by Niall
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:17:00 GMT

Ioane ruled out of Scotland clash

Australia have suffered a setback on the eve of the rugby Test against Scotland in Edinburgh, with outside centre Digby Ioane ruled out with a shoulder injury. Ryan Cross has been called up to replace Ioane, with Lachie Turner promoted to the bench. The
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:06:00 GMT

Kidney Previews Fiji Encounter

Ireland coach Declan Kidney talks about Saturday's clash at Fiji at the RDS, explaining that the eight team changes - two of them enforced - will help to bring 'experience, freshness and hunger' into the home side. "We have a good squad and players
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:05:00 GMT

Fiji Will Improve On Scottish Display - O'Driscoll

Looking forward to facing the flying Fijians on Saturday, Ireland captain Brian O'Driscoll said: "Fiji always have guys capable of creating something out of nothing. Individually, they are very exciting players...it's just a matter of the more time they
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:05:00 GMT

In Pics: Ireland And Fiji Training At The RDS

The Ireland and Fiji squads trained on the RDS pitch earlier today as the build-up continues to the second match in the GUINNESS Series 2009. There are no late injury worries for either side. John Hayes, Jerry Flannery and Tom Court, Ireland's starting
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:05:00 GMT

Scotland told to get stuck in

Andy Robinson had every right to be pleased with himself after guiding his side to their 23-10 win over Fiji at Murrayfield last weekend, the more so as none of his three immediate predecessors as Scotland coach had begun their reigns with victories.
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:45:00 GMT

Wales braced for scrum test

After a disappointing set-piece performance against Samoa, the reality is that the Welsh scrum is again vulnerable and under the spotlight. Worried man: Wales' coach Warren Gatland has spent much of the week undermining the strength of the vaunted
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:45:00 GMT

Put the buzz in your ears ahead of Sunday's London Derby

Tony Hanks, Joe Simpson and Ben Jacobs look ahead to Sunday's Round 8 Guinness Premiership clash with Saracens at Vicarage Road Director of , Tony Hanks Facing league leaders Saracens on the road this weekend, Tony Hanks and his men know that a hugely
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:41:00 GMT

Mallett pays tribute to black Boks coach

AFP Italy's South African coach Nick Mallett has paid tribute to his countryman and Springboks opposite number Peter de Villiers ahead of Saturday's rugby international at the Stadio Friuli. Mallett was South Africa coach from 1997 to 2000 and took over
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:38:00 GMT

O'Brien issues apology

The International Rugby Board's referees manager Paddy O'Brien has apologised to Stuart Dickinson for publicly criticising his handling of the New Zealand-Italy Test last weekend. O'Brien said the Australian referee needed scrum coaching because he had
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:36:00 GMT

Kidney - We'll be ready, rain or shine

Ireland rugby coach Declan Kidney continues to take an upbeat view of Saturday's international against Fiji at the RDS in Dublin despite an horrific weather forecast of wind and rain. Most importantly, Ireland report no late injury worries and the pitch
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:36:00 GMT

Hearing for Cockerill

Leicester head coach Richard Cockerill has been summoned to a Rugby Football Union disciplinary hearing after being charged with two offences of match official abuse. The former England international was charged with the offences during Leicester's 29-20
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:36:00 GMT

Moody: England out to answer critics

Lewis Moody insists England's wounded players are 'chomping at the bit' to prove their army of critics wrong in Saturday's final autumn showdown against New Zealand. England have faced a barrage of criticism after an insipid performance in last weekend's
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:36:00 GMT

Williams: O'Driscoll worthy successor

Wales winger Shane Williams believes Brian O'Driscoll should succeed him as International Rugby Board player of the year. Competition for the award is provided by Ireland number eight Jamie Heaslip, England flanker Tom Croft, New Zealand openside Richie
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:36:00 GMT

Fernandez Lobbe: We must be fully focused

Juan Martin Fernandez Lobbe believes concentration will be key to Argentina's hopes of beating Wales on Saturday. Recent history is on the Pumas' side, with four victories from the last six starts against their Millennium Stadium hosts. But the Argentina
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:36:00 GMT

Ioane out for Wallabies

Australia centre Digby Ioane will sit out Saturday's autumn international against Scotland due to a shoulder injury. The 24-year-old Queensland star has been replaced in the starting line-up by Western Force's Ryan Cross. The injury is to Ioane's right
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:36:00 GMT

Hook happy to fill in at full-back

James Hook readily admits that full-back is not his preferred position - but he could end the autumn Test series as one of Wales' most accomplished performers. The Ospreys star makes a third successive appearance as Wales' last line of defence when they
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:36:00 GMT

Rested Carter has England in his sights

Dan Carter has issued England with the news they least wanted to hear ahead of Saturday's Test at Twickenham: 'I'm fresh and ready to go.' Carter has emerged as England's chief tormentor since making his debut against them in 2004, scoring a total of 137
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:36:00 GMT

Wilkinson warning for England

Jonny Wilkinson has warned England will have to toughen up if they are to stand any chance of overturning the odds and beating New Zealand at Twickenham on Saturday. The Toulon fly-half is one of only four members of the England squad to have tasted
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:36:00 GMT

Allan Glen's 3XV Players and Fixtures Wanted

3XV (Grizzly Booze Boys) Allan Glens Rugby Club have now resurrected their 3XV Rugby Team and are now looking for fixtures home or away in the Glasgow and surrounding area. The team is purely social and is made up of Old Faces,New Faces and Geriatrics.
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:21:00 GMT

Gael Force team update

Gael Force head coach Stephen Gemmell has made two changes for his teams British and Irish Cup match against Cornish Pirates on Sunday (22 November), kick-off 2pm. Ross Aitken (Howe of Fife and National Academy) has been replaced on the bench by Ashleah
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:20:00 GMT

GAME ON IF YOUR GAME'S OFF!

Jason White smashes throughFollowing last night's national downpour we have been notified of several club match cancellations across the country. Please remind your members that tickets for the Scotland v Australia game at Murrayfield on Saturday
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:20:00 GMT

RENNIE MAKES COMEBACK IN GAEL FORCE'S CUP OPENER

Gael Force head coach Stephen Gemmell welcomes Ross Rennie back to action for the opening match of the British and Irish Cup at Cornish Pirates on Sunday 22 November (kick off 2pm) the first competitive match the Scotland flanker has played for 11
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:20:00 GMT

Mallett pays tribute to black Boks coach (AAP)

Italy's South African coach Nick Mallett has paid tribute to his countryman and Springboks opposite number Peter de Villiers ahead of Saturday's rugby international at the Stadio Friuli.Mallett was South Africa coach from 1997 to 2000 and took over the
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:14:00 GMT

Mallett pays tribute to black Boks coach

Italy's South African coach Nick Mallett has paid tribute to his countryman and Springboks opposite number Peter de Villiers ahead of Saturday's rugby international at the Stadio Friuli. Mallett was South Africa coach from 1997 to 2000 and took over the
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:13:00 GMT

France v Samoa: Teams

Free-scoring winger Vincent Clerc has insisted France will not under-estimate Samoa at the Stade de France on Saturday. Les Bleus go into the game on the back of a superb 20-13 victory over world champions South Africa, while Samoa were beaten by Wales.
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:13:00 GMT

Wales v Argentina: Teams

Wales coach Warren Gatland has admitted he is expecting a physical confrontation when his side entertain Argentina.
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:13:00 GMT

Rugby prodigy shines overseas

Zivisai Chagaka, Staff Reporter HE has made headlines in the United Kingdom and has amassed several trophies and medals for his exploits as a rugby player in the English National Division Two league and even received the “Royal Seal of Approval”
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:04:00 GMT

O'Brien issues apology

Referees manager Paddy O'Brien has apologised to Stuart Dickinson for publicly criticising his performance during the the New Zealand-Italy Test last weekend. The chief of IRB officials said he regretted 'breaching protocol' when slamming Aussie
Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:02:00 GMT

Guinness Prem latest

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Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:02:00 GMT