“I’d do anything for these boys” said University of Gloucestershire number 8, Dan Page even after his team were thrashed by local rivals Hartpury. The Gloucestershire University rugby team were beaten 55-0 by a well drilled Hartpury side at Plock Court on Wednesday. First year student Page, who attended and captained Pembroke College, played a […]
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Six Nations squad announcements: key points with a Gloucestershire scope
One Cherry and Whites man will be watching from the bench while another earns himself a fourth consecutive start. Authority is on show in the England camp, a starting XV mainstay has been pushed to the perimeter of the matchday squad. This weekend is match week four of the 2023 Six Nations competition, from crucial […]
Six Nations Round Three Preview: Scotland Look To Keep Grand Slam Hopes Alive
After a weeks hiatus the Six Nations is back, with old rivals clashing, title challengers facing off, and the Italians eye up a big shock. The first two weeks saw plenty of action, on and off the pitch, with Ireland leading the way and Wales propping up the table. Played Wins Losses Points Difference […]
Wales vs England is on, but the issues haven’t gone anywhere
Wales’ game against England is going ahead on Saturday, after Welsh players decided against striking from the WRU amid contact disputes. The players had threatened to strike their big game, with belief that it was the only way they could get their views across. The issue is with the finances in Welsh Rugby, with 100 […]
Warren Gatland makes stunning return as Wales Head Coach after Wayne Pivac is sacked by Welsh Rugby Union
It has been announced that Warren Gatland will return as the head coach of the Welsh National side after Wayne Pivac was relieved of his duties by the Welsh Rugby Union. Pivac replaced Gatland following the World Cup in 2019 and coached the side to a Six Nations win in 2021. However, 2022 has been […]
Six Nations round three: Manu Tuilagi and Louis Rees-Zammit out for England and Wales, Rory Darge starts for Scotland against France
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 […]
Guinness Six Nations 2021 preview: Italy vs France, England vs Scotland and Wales vs Ireland
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 […]
Gloucester trio named in England U20 squad for Wales clash
Gloucester rugby’s Henry Walker, Alex Seville and Aaron Hinkley have been named in England’s 23 man squad to face Wales this Friday. Walker starts at hooker with his teammates lining up as replacements. Wales lie top of the table after round one with England unbeaten in third. England will; be looking to use their home advantage […]
Who will represent Gloucester in this years Six Nations?
The NatWest Six Nations kicks off next month with England hoping to claim the title for the third consecutive title. Many Gloucester players will be hopeful of following in the steps of Jake Polledri, who was called into the Italian national squad following a strong start to the season. Wales name their side Tuesday morning, […]