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Adam Hastings and Rhys Patchell targeted by World XV for Barbarians match
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Thursday, 13 April 2023 12:52
Scotland's Adam Hastings and Wales' Rhys Patchell are being lined up to play for the World XV in May's much-anticipated clash with the Barbarians.Both have been targeted by coach Steve Hansen to play in a backline set to include superstars Marika Koroibete, Semi Radradra and Charles Piutau.The Barbarians, coached by Eddie Jones, have lined up Bristol's Steven Luatua to bolster…
IRFU sexism allegations: Head coach Greg McWilliams rejects claims that union is sexist
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Thursday, 13 April 2023 11:48
Ireland Women head coach Greg McWilliams has said he does not believe the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) is a sexist organisation.McWilliams says the article contained "historical" issues and his focus was on advancing the Irish women's team.He praised the progress made by the IRFU since he rejoined as head coach.Among the allegations made by the anonymous player in the…
Gloucester v Bath: Cherry and Whites playing for 'pride' in West Country derby
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Thursday, 13 April 2023 04:46
Gloucester are playing for "pride" in their derby against Bath after seeing their hopes of reaching the Premiership top four disappear, says head coach George Skivington.The Cherry and Whites recent defeat at Newcastle has left them ninth in the table with three matches to play.They have also been knocked out in the Champions Cup last 16, by La Rochelle.Gloucester host…
Women's Six Nations 2023: Ireland make three changes for Italy encounter
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Thursday, 13 April 2023 06:30
Ireland have made three changes to their starting team for Saturday's Six Nations match against Italy in Parma.Head coach Greg McWilliams drafts Lauren Delany, Anna McGann and Ailsa Hughes into the Ireland backline.Delany comes into the side at full-back with McGann making her maiden Test start in midfield after previously featuring off the bench.Leinster player Hughes is selected at scrum-half…
Rob Baxter: Exeter boss wants teams to be able to replace red-carded players during games
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Thursday, 13 April 2023 02:11
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter says teams should not have their number of players on the pitch reduced if someone is given a red card.It comes after a number of high-profile mistakes in recent weeks. But Baxter says rugby union should copy the model in American football, where a player is ejected but replaced. "We're doing some weird things…
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