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As much pressure on Glasgow as Edinburgh, says Richard Cockerill
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Friday, 26 April 2019 13:53
When Richard Cockerill says the consequences of defeat for his Edinburgh team against Glasgow Warriors on Saturday night will "burn a hole in the back of my head for months" then you're not inclined to argue with him."Of all the people who hurt the most when we lose, I guarantee you the worst will be me," he says. The intensity…
Rugby X: New five-a-side format to debut at O2 Arena in October
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Friday, 26 April 2019 09:00
A five-a-side version of rugby can revolutionise the game at professional and grassroots levels, says Olympic gold medal-winning coach Ben Ryan. The first 'Rugby X' event - featuring men and women - has been confirmed for 29 October at London's iconic 02 Arena. The five-a-side format is described as "fast and furious", while retaining rugby's "core principles". "It will bring…
Premiership: Newcastle Falcons v Northampton Saints
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Thursday, 25 April 2019 06:26
Newcastle make two changes to their side for the crucial game against Northampton Saints as the Falcons battle for Premiership survival.Fiji number eight Nemani Nagusa returns while Callum Chick comes into the back row in their only other switch.Luther Burrell and Tom Collins both come back into Northampton's starting line-up as they chase a top-four place. Saints travel to Newcastle…
'Hastings can be better than Russell - and Cruden isn't coming to Glasgow'
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Friday, 26 April 2019 05:18
If Glasgow Warriors supporters had started dreaming about what life might be like with the former All Black Aaron Cruden running the show at Scotstoun in the coming years, then now is the time to wake up. Cruden, a protege and friend of Glasgow coach Dave Rennie and the subject of all sorts of chat linking him with a move…
Pro14: Ulster and Leinster both make 15 changes for dead rubber interpro
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Friday, 26 April 2019 04:27
Ulster and Leinster have both named entirely changed starting teams from their most recent outings for Saturday's Pro14 dead rubber.Wing David Busby will make his first Ulster appearance in nearly a year as Darren Cave captains the side.Johnny McPhillips and Dave Shanahan are named in Ulster's half-back roles. Ulster-bound Jack McGrath is selected in the Leinster front row as fly-half…
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