Rugby Union: March 2009 Archives

Rob Andrew has admitted he has serious doubts about the experimental law variations (ELVs) that are to be discussed later this week.

London Wasps have confirmed the captures of centre Steve Kefu, number-eight Dan Ward-Smith and wing Tom Varndell for next season.

British & Irish Lions coach Ian McGeechan has hinted that Danny Cipriani's suspect ankle may keep him out of the tour to South Africa.

Captain Brian O'Driscoll says he is 'proud' of his team-mates after Ireland defeated Wales 17-15 to clinch the Grand Slam in Cardiff.

Ryan Jones says Wales will not focus on beating Ireland by the 13 points they need to win the Six Nations until late on in the match.

Chief executive Gordon McKie has confirmed Scotland officials will decide on the future of coach Frank Hadden at the end of April.

Warren Gatland has warned Ireland that Wales will be "very motivated" to stop their Grand Slam mission on Saturday.

Assistant coach Rob Howley has indicated Wales will name their first choice 15 to face Ireland, having made major changes in Italy.

Martin Johnson believes his side still have a lot to do after watching England crush France 34-10 at Twickenham on Sunday.

Leicester moved to the top of the Premiership with a hard-fought 23-17 win over relegation favourites Bristol last night.

England captain Steve Borthwick says he will continue to lead England with pride despite the poor results and disciplinary problems.

Wales have been drawn to face holders South Africa in their opening game of the 2011 World Cup in Wellington on September 11.

Wales will be without scrum-half Dwayne Peel for the rest of the Six Nations, while Shane Geraghty will miss England last two games.

Full-back Chris Paterson will return for Scotland's clash with Ireland on Saturday, while Rory Lamont is also back to full fitness.

Former British Lions centre Mark Taylor believes Wales star Gavin Henson is currently the best No 12 in world rugby.

Danny Cipriani has signed a new one-year contract with Wasps as 13 players in total commit themselves to the Premiership club.

Matt Stevens has decided to quit Bath before being sacked after receiving a two-year ban having tested positive for the drug cocaine.

England have dropped to their lowest ever position in the IRB World Rankings, with Martin Johnson's men slipping to eighth.

Martin Johnson slammed his England players' continued indiscipline as they lost their latest Six Nations clash 14-13 against Ireland.

Rob Andrew has admitted he has serious doubts about the experimental law variations (ELVs) that are to be discussed later this week.

London Wasps have confirmed the captures of centre Steve Kefu, number-eight Dan Ward-Smith and wing Tom Varndell for next season.

British & Irish Lions coach Ian McGeechan has hinted that Danny Cipriani's suspect ankle may keep him out of the tour to South Africa.

Captain Brian O'Driscoll says he is 'proud' of his team-mates after Ireland defeated Wales 17-15 to clinch the Grand Slam in Cardiff.

Ryan Jones says Wales will not focus on beating Ireland by the 13 points they need to win the Six Nations until late on in the match.

Chief executive Gordon McKie has confirmed Scotland officials will decide on the future of coach Frank Hadden at the end of April.

Warren Gatland has warned Ireland that Wales will be "very motivated" to stop their Grand Slam mission on Saturday.

Assistant coach Rob Howley has indicated Wales will name their first choice 15 to face Ireland, having made major changes in Italy.

Martin Johnson believes his side still have a lot to do after watching England crush France 34-10 at Twickenham on Sunday.

Leicester moved to the top of the Premiership with a hard-fought 23-17 win over relegation favourites Bristol last night.

England captain Steve Borthwick says he will continue to lead England with pride despite the poor results and disciplinary problems.

Wales have been drawn to face holders South Africa in their opening game of the 2011 World Cup in Wellington on September 11.

Wales will be without scrum-half Dwayne Peel for the rest of the Six Nations, while Shane Geraghty will miss England last two games.

Full-back Chris Paterson will return for Scotland's clash with Ireland on Saturday, while Rory Lamont is also back to full fitness.

Former British Lions centre Mark Taylor believes Wales star Gavin Henson is currently the best No 12 in world rugby.

Danny Cipriani has signed a new one-year contract with Wasps as 13 players in total commit themselves to the Premiership club.

Matt Stevens has decided to quit Bath before being sacked after receiving a two-year ban having tested positive for the drug cocaine.

England have dropped to their lowest ever position in the IRB World Rankings, with Martin Johnson's men slipping to eighth.

Martin Johnson slammed his England players' continued indiscipline as they lost their latest Six Nations clash 14-13 against Ireland.