The Rugby Football Union announced on February 12 that no team will be relegated from the Gallagher Premiership this season due to the complications caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The decision comes after a “strong majority vote” according to the RFU. Many have criticised the decision, however the potential for Premiership teams to grow from […]
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Gloucester stars Louis Rees-Zammit and Jonny May light up round two of the Six Nations.
Round two of the 2021 Guinness Six Nations has come to a close, with three Gloucester Rugby players swapping out the cherry and white, to represent their national colours. Gloucester Wingers Louis Rees-Zammit and Jonny May, along with versatile centre Chris Harris all started for their countries. Here is a recap on how the Kingsholm […]
For the benefit of European Rugby, It is time to update the Six Nations – Opinion Piece.
The second round of the 2021 Six Nations was concluded last weekend, and provided rugby fans across Europe, with an exciting instalment of action. Embed from Getty Images For most rugby fans, the national rugby teams of Europe stretch no further than the boot of Italy’s heel, with the old playground rhyme of “England, Ireland, […]
Six Nations opening weekend raises further concerns around player safety
Several players left the pitch for HIA’s over the weekend, which saw Ireland flanker Peter O’Mahony sent off for an elbow to the head of Welsh prop Tomas Francis. Discussions around player safety and the long-term effects of head injuries has been dominating the media ahead of the build-up to this year’s Six Nations tournament, […]
Four Gloucester Rugby players shine in Round 1 of the Six Nations
Gloucester Rugby were well represented in the Six Nations last weekend. Louis Rees-Zammit, Chris Harris, Stephen Varney, and Jonny May all started for their international teams in Round 1 of the tournament. Rees-Zammit was part of the winning Wales side, with Chris Harris playing a vital role in Scotland’s historic victory over England at Twickenham. […]
Skivington reflects as Gloucester beat Wasps 40-24
Gloucester claimed a bonus point win over Wasps with a 40-24 blow out. Tries from Jack Singleton, Matt Garvey, Joe Simpson, Jason Woodward and Billy Twelvetrees all pushed the Gloucestershire outfit to a win. The cherry and whites now sit at 7th in the table, the result comes off the back of a Leicester thrashing […]
What does injury trouble mean for Ireland’s Johnny Sexton ahead of Autumn Nations Cup game against England?
Ireland’s Johnny Sexton has again suffered further injury trouble after picking up a hamstring injury against Wales in the Autumn Nations Cup. The 35-year-old Ireland captain limped off the field in the first half of his sides 32-9 victory over Wales with Conor Murray stepping in at fly half for the rest of the game. […]
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 […]
England Rugby call up: Gloucester Rugby
England rugby coach, Eddie Jones has announced a 28 man strong squad for the upcoming Autumn games, including six Gloucester Rugby players. Jones and the squad will meet up next week for a three-day training camp ahead of the Autumn games, including the Quilter Cup and the final of the Guinness Six Nations which was […]
Breaking: Wales vs Scotland in Six Nations postponed due to coronavirus
Tomorrow’s Six Nations clash between Wales and Scotland has been postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak. The pair were due to meet tomorrow afternoon in Cardiff, meaning that all of the round five games have now been postponed. A statement for the Welsh Rugby Union read: “Wales’ Guinness Six Nations clash with Scotland at Principality […]