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Irish belief 'hasn't slipped away' before defence
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Monday, 29 January 2024 08:23
The belief Ireland had prior to losing their Rugby World Cup quarter-final to New Zealand has not "slipped away", insists scrum coach John Fogarty.Before that defeat, the Irish won 17 matches in a row and clinched last year's Six Nations Grand Slam. But as they prepare to begin their Six Nations defence against France, Fogarty says self-belief has not been…
Newcastle lock De Chaves signs new two-year deal
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Monday, 29 January 2024 06:45
Newcastle Falcons lock Sebastian de Chaves has signed a new deal to remain with the Premiership strugglers for a further two years.The 33-year-old is in his second spell with the club and has made a total of 54 appearances for Falcons.The club re-signed De Chaves, who won the Championship with the Falcons, in 2022 after his spell with US Major…
George eager to 'put smiles on fans' faces' again
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Monday, 29 January 2024 04:30
England want to draw inspiration from the men's cricket team to "put smiles on fans' faces", says new captain Jamie George.The 33-year-old admires their message to be "entertainers" and wants his side to do the same after only two wins from their past five games at home."I'm not saying we are going to go all out on attack," George told…
Scotland centre Redpath extends Bath contract
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Monday, 29 January 2024 04:10
Scotland international Cameron Redpath has signed a new contract to stay at Bath until 2027.The 24-year-old centre has made 55 appearances since moving to The Rec from Sale Sharks in 2020.Redpath has been selected in Scotland's Six Nations squad, which begins this weekend."I am buzzing. It's been a good couple of years since I joined," he said."Obviously at the start…
Northampton will 'fire again' after break - James
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Monday, 29 January 2024 02:01
Northampton Saints have mixed feelings about taking an enforced break after achieving their 10th win in a row, says scrum-half Tom James.But the upcoming Six Nations means they will not play again in the league until they visit Bristol on 22 March."The boys are feeling it, you're body's going to thank you for it [the break]," James told BBC Radio…
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