Category Archives: Rugby

Rugby Union – Farrell backs under-fire Robshaw

Posted on December 1, 2012 by Stani

Owen Farrell has made it clear that England captain Chris Robshaw has his full backing going into Saturday’s clash against New Zealand. Robshaw has been criticised for telling Farrell to kick for goal in the closing stages of the recent … Continue reading →

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Rugby Union – Parling plots All Blacks downfall

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Stani

England lock Geoff Parling hopes his side can secure a long-awaited win over a southern hemisphere side on Saturday. England suffered a defeat at the hands of Australia and could only manage a draw with South Africa earlier this month. … Continue reading →

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Rugby Union – Wales out to right the wrongs

Posted on November 23, 2012 by Stani

Wales skipper Sam Warburton has urged his side to put on a big display against world champions New Zealand on Saturday, with the hosts 8/1 with bet365 to win in Cardiff. The Red Dragons have suffered a dismal start to their … Continue reading →

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Rugby Union – Youngs to make England debut

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Stani

Leicester Tigers hooker Tom Youngs will be handed his England debut this weekend when Stuart Lancaster’s team face Fiji at Twickenham. Youngs, who is the brother of scrum-half Ben, gets his chance in the number two shirt because Dylan Hartley … Continue reading →

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Rugby League – England can find extra gear – Briscoe

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Stani

Winger Tom Briscoe believes England are capable of finding the extra gear they need if they are to defeat Australia in Saturday’s Four Nations final. England, who are 7/2 with bet365 to win the final, lost to the Kangaroos in … Continue reading →

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