Ireland rugby duo Johnny Sexton and Robbie Henshaw are set to miss this weekend’s Autumn Nations Cup match against England. Captain Sexton was replaced in the second half of Ireland’s 32-9 victory over Wales in the first round of the inaugural tournament after sustaining a hamstring injury. His Leinster teammate Henshaw also picked up an […]
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Autumn Nations Cup Catch Up: How did Gloucester’s players get on?
Gloucester Rugby back row Jake Polledri is set to spend a lengthy spell on the sidelines after being stretchered off in Italy’s 28-17 defeat to Scotland in the Autumn Nations Cup. The Italy number seven was removed from the field in a great deal of discomfort in the 67th minute. Polledri appeared to hyper extend […]
COVID-19 threatens to invalidate the 2020/21 Gallagher Premiership season
The 2020/21 Gallagher Premiership season looks likely to be disrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic in the same way the previous campaign was. Leicester Tigers have reported “several” positive tests and have therefore been forced to cancel all training due to an outbreak of the virus ahead of their opening fixture against Gloucester Rugby on […]
Gloucester Rugby’s 2020/21 season opener in doubt after positive COVID-19 tests
Gloucester Rugby’s 2020/21 Gallagher Premiership season looks likely to be disrupted in the same way as their final game of the previous campaign against Northampton Saints was. Leicester Tigers have cancelled all training due to an outbreak of COVID-19 and it seems likely that this Premiership season will be plagued with unplayed fixtures. The Cherry […]
“They called me Thor. Thor, son of Odin” – Gloucester Rugby’s Ollie Thorley looking for more England caps this Autumn
Gloucester Rugby’s most recent talent to make it through the ranks and get capped by England is looking for more international game time this Autumn. Ollie Thorley made his international debut against Itlay in the final round of the Six Nations and the Cherry and White winger will be looking to build on this with […]
Four Gloucester Rugby stars feature in Eddie Jones’ 36-man England squad for Italy
Eddie Jones has named his 36-man squad for the upcoming Six Nations fixture against Italy – with four Gloucester Rugby players selected. Willi Heinz, Ollie Thorley and new signings Jack Singleton and Jonny May are all in contention for Saturday’s game – which could see England crowned champions, provided Ireland slip up in France later […]
Former Bath Rugby captain Matt Garvey extends Gloucester contract
Backrow forward Matt Garvey has signed a deal that keeps him at Kingsholm. Previously signing a short-term deal, the highly experienced Premiership player has extended his contract with Gloucester for an unspecified spell. Embed from Getty Images Head coach George Skivington praised Garvey as a “quality operator”, adding: “His experience of the Premiership is second […]
BREAKING: Wasps Premiership Final Spot in Jeopardy Following Fresh COVID-19 Cases
Wasps Rugby have announced four further positive tests for COVID-19, placing their participation in next weekend’s Premiership Final against Exeter Chiefs in doubt. A decision on whether Lee Blackett’s side can compete at Twickenham on Saturday will be made on Tuesday. Wasps finished second in the Premiership and had beaten Bristol Bears 59-35 to secure […]
“We’ve sent a clear statement to the rest of Europe” – Bristol Bears fans react to historic Challenge Cup triumph
Friday night was a historic one for Bristol Bears, as the West Country side overcame Toulon 32-19 in France to claim their first-ever European trophy. Pat Lam’s side put in a typically aggressive, intense performance at the Stade Maurice-David , something that has been synonymous with the rising club since the Aucklander took over in […]
From the Championship to the Champions Cup – The rapid rise of Bristol Bears
It’s fair to say that the Wurzels aren’t the most common soundtrack in the south of France. However, the Scrumpy and Western band originating from Somerset were showcased to the University town of Aix-en-Provence on Friday night, as the Bristol Bears made history by beating established powerhouse’s Toulon on their own turf to claim a […]