Rugby
Gareth Steenson: Exeter Chiefs star to assist Plymouth Albion's coaching staff
Written by I Dig Sports
Published in
Rugby
Thursday, 04 July 2019 03:36
Exeter Chiefs fly-half Gareth Steenson is to take on his first role in coaching as part of National League One side Plymouth Albion's backroom staff.The 35-year-old, who is Chiefs' record points-scorer, will remain a player at Sandy Park but will also help oversee Albion's attacking play."This is a great opportunity for me," said Steenson. "It's great to be a player,…
Eddie Jones: England head coach 'one of the biggest jokers' says Maro Itoje
Written by I Dig Sports
Published in
Rugby
Thursday, 04 July 2019 00:55
England forward Maro Itoje speaks about the jovial atmosphere in the squad in the build-up to October's Rugby World Cup, saying it is mostly down to head coach Eddie Jones.Itoje told the Today programme: "He sets high standards but also has an incredible sense of humour. He is one of the biggest jokers in our whole squad."Jones announces his World…
Lealiifano returns to Australia squad after leukaemia
Written by I Dig Sports
Published in
Rugby
Thursday, 04 July 2019 02:14
Christian Lealiifano has been named in Australia's squad for the first time since being diagnosed with blood cancer leukaemia in August 2016.The Brumbies fly-half, who is now in remission having been clear of any signs of the disease for two years, last played for Australia in June 2016. The 31-year-old is in the 34-man squad for the Wallabies' Rugby Championship…
Lack of education lies behind football racism - Itoje
Written by I Dig Sports
Published in
Rugby
Thursday, 04 July 2019 01:41
There is more racism in football than rugby because of a lack of education, according to England rugby union international Maro Itoje.Football has seen a number of high-profile incidents of alleged racist abuse in recent months involving the likes of Manchester City's Raheem Sterling.When asked why rugby seems to suffer less overtly from racism than football does, Itoje said: "I…
Marler comes out of England retirement and named in World Cup training squad
Written by I Dig Sports
Published in
Rugby
Thursday, 04 July 2019 04:56
Joe Marler has come out of international retirement and been named in England's World Cup training squad.The 29-year-old Harlequins prop retired from England duty in September 2018 having won 59 caps. But he has reversed that decision and is included in a 35-man training squad for this year's tournament in Japan. "I saw Joe during the Barbarians week and he…
More...
Wednesday, 03 July 2019 05:59
Wales Under-18s prop chases NFL dream
Wednesday, 03 July 2019 04:35
Sebastian de Chaves: Newcastle Falcons sign London Irish lock on a one-year deal
Wednesday, 03 July 2019 06:27
Harlequins sign Newcastle's Fiji winger Goneva
Tuesday, 02 July 2019 09:44
RFU at ease with Women's Super Series conditions
Tuesday, 02 July 2019 05:01
James Phillips signs new Sale Sharks deal as James O'Connor leaves
Tuesday, 02 July 2019 05:08
Tom James: Ex-Wales wing signs for Scarlets
Tuesday, 02 July 2019 05:19
Travis Ismaiel: Harlequins sign South Africa wing from Super Rugby Bulls
Tuesday, 02 July 2019 03:44
Leicester Tigers: EW Viljoen, Hanro Liebenberg & Jordan Coghlan join Premiership side
Monday, 01 July 2019 06:47
Mark Lambert: Harlequins prop extends stay into 17th season
Friday, 28 June 2019 15:11
England's women open Super Series defence with win over USA
Thursday, 27 June 2019 15:03
Warren Gatland: Departing Wales boss to coach Chiefs before 2021 Lions
Friday, 28 June 2019 00:45
Folau and Rugby Australia look set for court battle after failing to reach settlement
Friday, 28 June 2019 06:12
Cipriani included in England World Cup training squad
Thursday, 27 June 2019 04:23
Nic Groom: South African thrilled with Edinburgh move
Thursday, 27 June 2019 02:26
Scotland's record cap holder Ford retires and takes coaching role
Thursday, 27 June 2019 02:00
Eddie Jones: England boss to coach Barbarians against Fiji
Wednesday, 26 June 2019 13:48
Women's Rugby Super Series: Amber Reed to win 50th England cap against USA
Wednesday, 26 June 2019 02:52
Pat Howard: Leicester Tigers appoint mentor to help coaching team
Tuesday, 25 June 2019 23:30
Principality Stadium: 20 memorable sporting moments in 20 years
Tuesday, 25 June 2019 01:55
Phone: (800) 737. 6040
Fax: (800) 825 5558
Website: 
Email: 
