Pollard and Lambie culled The Springboks’ first and second choice fly-halves – Handré Pollard and Pat Lambie – both sustained serious injuries just two weeks before the opening matches of…
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England captain Tom Mitchell: “The enjoyment of sevens drives itself”
BEING BACK is more than just a relief for England sevens captain Tom Mitchell. It also offers a series of welcome challenges for the man who endured a torrid summer,…
Under Armour ClutchFit Force review
Under Armour ClutchFit Force boots have been worn by some of rugby’s biggest names including Leigh Halfpenny, Jamie Roberts and Drew Mitchell. The first thing you will notice about these…
Has the France pack gone soft?
We look at whether France’s forwards are lacking the edge and fear factor of yesteryear
Six Nations: Salute Eddie Jones for showing the courage of his convictions
Last Thursday, two days before England were due to face Scotland at Murrayfield, Eddie Jones told us his work was done and everything from then on was up to the…
Kooga Blitz SG review
For any young rugby players who are looking for a reasonably priced boot to help them in their progression and development as a forward, the Kooga Blitz is an excellent…
Gilbert Ignite Touch review
Gilbert pride themselves on being able to offer a choice of footwear to players of all positions and all levels. Continuing with that tradition, the Gilbert Ignite Touch has been…
Canterbury Control Elite review
If you’re a playmaker looking for a more affordable boot that still contains some of the modern day, game-changing technology, the Canterbury Control Elite is the boot for you. Specifically…
Ireland v Wales – Five Things we learnt
By Whiff of Cordite Ireland managed a draw in their opening match against Wales, and with the dust settling on the performance and result, the feeling is one of the…
ASICS Gel-Lethal Tight Five review
When any member of the tight-five packs down for a scrum, or gets ready to hit a ruck, they want power and stability in their footwear. The ASICS Gel-lethal Tight…