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O’Connor’s learning curve steepens

Having nullified record-breaking South African wing Bryan Habana, James O’Connor now takes on record-breaking AB wing Joe Rokocoko.

McCaw reveals his secrets

Richie McCaw gave a frank account of how he plays the referees as well as the opposition to be a nuisance to his opponents.

Wallabies sneaking up on 2nd place in world rankings

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South Africa’s third loss in as many weeks in the 2010 Tri Nations means they now sit only seven tenths above their latest conquerors Australia in second place in the IRB World Rankings.
The defending Tri Nations champions fell to a 30-13 loss against Australia at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday – their eighth loss in [...]

Fudge Mabeta gets a taste of Ashley Johnson’s boot

A few days ago the featured Currie Cup match was the intense clash between the Bulls and the Cheetahs that was won with a dramatic late try. As with all classics, the game was action packed with many incidents. This was just one of those.
Ashley Johnson is a young eighthman from the Cheetahs whose [...]

Rugby World cup?

Does anyone know if espn is goin to show the world cup next year? Be good for the rugby nation.

Exciting lineup for Middlesex Sevens

The draw and lineup for the 85th Middlesex Charity Sevens on August 14 has been revealed, with 16 sides battling it out for the coveted Russell Cargill Trophy.As well as including four teams that were part of the inaugural National Sevens Series, Twickenham will welcome six Premierships clubs and four international sides that are preparing [...]

China retain Asian Sevens crown

China successfully defended their Asian Womens Sevens Championship title with a comfortable 2610 victory over Kazakhstan in the final in Guangzhou, writes the IRB. Thirteen nations took part in the two day tournament with Korea and Philippines making their debut and reflecting the growth in Asian Sevens.

More Guyana success at NACRA

Guyana have won the North America and Caribbean Rugby Association (NACRA) womens Sevens title with an exciting 1412 win over Trinidad Tobago (TT) in the final. It was their third successive regional Sevens title and also matched the achievements of their male equivalents who took Sevens gold at the CACSO Games on Sunday.

Midweek Madness – Why you shouldn’t celebrate before scoring

I’m sure many of you remember the classic clip of Robbie Fleck being tackled from behind a few years back then coughing up the ball as he was crossing the tryline? Today’s I’ve got a similar clip for you, from an under 20 league game, where the young flyer’s celebrations are just a tad bit [...]

Schalk Burger’s (2nd) eye gouge

I’m sure I’m not the only one who saw this in the recent Aus v Boks game. The commentator dismissed it as nothing but I have to completely disagree with him, Burger and rugby need this out of the game for good.
http://www.sport24.co.za/Rugby/TriNa…cited-20100726
Haven’t got a video link unfortunately.
What are your thoughts?

Rocky Elsom tackles Dannie Roussow and steals ball

Please replay Rocky Elsom’s unbelievable tackle on the Aus’ 22 against Roussow, where he tackles him, strips the ball, bounces up and runs back at the boks. It was an incredible piece of rugby. Love it.

Portugal Spain World Uni champions

Hosts Portugal continued to show their huge potential with an impressive win at 4th World University Championship Rugby Sevens in Porto. Facing Russia in the final of the Mens Competition at a sweltering Bessa Stadium, the Portuguese were inspired at times in the 3517 win.

The Weird and Wonderful World of 7s III

UR7s is once again bringing you some of the slightly alternative stories from around the globe which may have gone unnoticed over the last few weeks. Here is our third installment of the crazy and wacky goings on of rugby sevens Jamie Roberts, Elvis, Serevis struggles and Guyana pumping iron!

McCaw to lose to menacing Pocock?

Australia openside David Pocock has been given a glowing report by New Zealand ahead of Saturday’s hugely-anticipated meeting.

Jason Robinson – Tribute

Hi everyone,
First time on the forums here. I am a a young player, currently a full-back, have played in every back position, but next season will be my first full on at 15. Watching rugby dump feature great players has made me wonder whether it would be possible to put together a video of Jason [...]

Match officials to August 1

There is another tournament to go with the Tri-Nations and Currie Cup from this week as the ITM Cup from New Zealand takes its bow.

Falcons fear Cup scam in Portugal

Newcastle and Sale have announced the cancellation of their Super Cup fixture, a contest that was set to happen in Portugal.

Kenyan Sevens dates revealed

Kenyan Rugby Union has revealed the dates for the upcoming 2010 Kenyan National Sevens Circuit. Now into its twelfth season the Kenyan circuit will again seek to capitalise on the evergrowing popularity of the sport in the country.

Biarritz bring in two young Aussies

Biarritz confirmed on Tuesday the signings of young Australians Dane Haylett-Petty and Michael Bond ahead of the Top 14 season.

PMA oozing out of injured Smith

Ospreys back-rower Tom Smith insists he will return to region duty at Liberty Stadium a much stronger player after shoulder reconstruction.

Jason Robinson out of retirement

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England World Cup winner Jason Robinson is to come out of retirement to play for Fylde RFC in the 2010/2011 season.
The club, based in Lytham in Lancashire, play in the National League Two North – three tiers below the Aviva Premiership.
Robinson, 35, has agreed to play for Fylde and also help the club with community [...]

Deans happy to give Barnes his chance

Australia coach Robbie Deans is happy to give the Giteau-Barnes 10-12 axis a go after having the experiment halted in November.

Peter de Villiers Continues to make friends….

A piece from the Chris Rattue in the NZ Herald:

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Misplaced positive discrimination will hurt South Africa’s gifted black players more than anyone else.
That’s a horrible irony of Peter de Villiers’ increasingly disastrous time in charge of the world champions.
The coaching maestro Robbie Deans continued his promising reconstruction of the Wallabies in Brisbane, but the home [...]

Jones looking to build at Dragons

Matthew Jones is hoping his move to the Dragons will help reignite his career after enduring an injury-hit stint at Worcester.

Valley High triumph at Abbotsford

Despite a strong international lineup it was the local teams that stole the show at Canadas Abbotsford Rugby Sevens. Valley High, a collection of current Canada Sevens internationals from Victoria, proved victorious in the second staging of the tournament.