Archive for August, 2009
Henson in no mood to quit
Wales centre Gavin Henson has insisted he will be back in action soon after recovering from the latest in a series of frustrating injuries.
No further action against Quins
The Rugby Football Union will take no further action against Harlequins players allegedly involved in using fake blood on four separate occasions.
Rivals fail to move De Villiers
Peter de Villiers has brushed aside New Zealand and Australia’s efforts in Sydney by pinning all of his attention on Perth this Saturday.
Four points good enough for WP
WP coach Allister Coetzee was disappointed not to claim a vital bonus point against the Lions in their Currie Cup match at Newlands, but was happy with the win.
Boks fined over Botha ban protest
The South African Rugby Union, members of the squad and team officials are fined after being found guilty of bringing the game into disrepute.
No more signings for Gloucester
Gloucester coach Bryan Redpath says Nottingham centre Tim Molenaar will be the last acquisition before the new season.
Collins hopes for Ospreys success
Jerry Collins says expectations of Ospreys success are more realistic than they were at his former club, Toulon in France.
Leeds’ Hinton undergoes operation
Leeds Carnegie full-back Leigh Hinton faces a further 10 weeks out after having shoulder surgery.
Edinburgh’s MacRae joins Warriors
Worcester Warriors sign versatile back Calum MacRae from Edinburgh Rugby on a one-year deal.
Cardiff Blues 5-14 Leicester
Leicester come from 5-3 down at the break to beat Cardiff Blues on the hosts’ opening night at their new home, Cardiff City Stadium.
