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Cinderford RFC snatched an away draw in a first-time ever affair against National League One bottom placed, Hull. In a dramatic ending at the Ferens Ground, it was the visitors who stole a 30-30 result in the dying embers of the game. The home side were looking to kick start some form to their woeful […]
As we approach the halfway point of the Movember campaign, the University of Gloucestershire Men’s Rugby Union team (UGRFC) have all been taking part, growing their tash’s and doing their bit for the great cause. Club Captain, Sam Rhymes, discussed the importance of the charity. “Movember is a brilliant long-standing tradition that raises money for […]
Gloucester hooker Jack Singleton was one of three players called up to Eddie Jones’ training squad following the withdrawal of Jamie George, Guy Porter and Jack Walker through injury. Adam Radwan and George Mcguigan have also joined the squad as Eddie Jones builds towards the Autumn Internationals where they will face Argentina, Japan , New […]
Eddie Jones has made a trio changes to the side which started in the 23-19 victory over Wales ahead of what he has described as a ‘semi-final’ against Ireland. Joe Marchant comes in at outside-centre for Elliot Daly, who drops to the bench whilst Sam Simmonds starts ahead of Alex Dombrandt who scored England’s only […]
Manu Tuilagi will miss England’s clash with Wales at Twickenham after sustaining a hamstring injury in training, whilst Gloucester’s Louis Rees-Zammit has been dropped by Wales. Tuilagi’s replacement in the England starting team on Saturday will be confirmed on the day, with Joe Marchant recalled to the squad. Courtney Lawes will resume captaincy duties for […]
Harry Randall will make his first Six Nations start this Sunday as Head Coach Eddie Jones has made eight changes from last weekend’s Calcutta Cup defeat. Ben Youngs has been dropped to the bench, while Joe Marchant moves in one position to outside-centre as Jack Nowell takes his place on the wing. Sam Simmonds has […]
Last weekend saw the return of the Six Nations, and all those engrossed were treated to a thrilling round of action that saw a Calcutta Cup upset, Ireland dominate in Dublin and France flex their muscles against Italy. There were some stand out performances from Stuart Hogg, Marcus Smith and Mack Hansen to name a […]
To play for England Rugby has its bonuses, and a member of the 23-man match day squad can expect to earn around the £17,000 mark for their involvement. This is set to be changed with every man in their squad is set to earn the same match fee. Due to Covid-19 protocols England have decided […]
England have dropped their 50-cap fullback Elliot Daly in favour of young Bristol Bears fullback Max Mallins, who will be making his first international start. Eddie Jones’ England will be looking to bounce back after conceding 40 points to Wales for the first time in their history as they were beaten 40-24 in Cardiff. Their […]
The 2021 Guinness Six Nations kicks off tomorrow with three enthralling games taking place over the weekend, including reigning champions England facing Scotland at Twickenham. Embed from Getty Images Italy vs France – 14:15 The first game of this year’s Six Nations will take place at the Stadio Olympico between France and Italy. Last year’s […]