February 22nd, 2012
Lock Alun Wyn Jones and captain Sam Warburton return for Wales’ Triple Crown bid against England on Saturday.
Unbeaten Wales have made three changes to the pack that started their
27-13 win over Scotland
.
Hooker Ken Owens will make his first Wales start because Matthew Rees and Huw Bennett have calf injuries.
Osprey Jones will play his first Wales game since the World Cup, ousting team-mate Ryan Jones, who hands back the captaincy to openside Warburton.
Warburton was forced to miss the victory over the Scots because of a dead leg.
Alun Wyn Jones, who win his 60th cap, is back
after recovering from a dislocated toe
February 8th, 2012
Scotland stand-off Dan Parks has announced his immediate retirement from international rugby.
Parks made 67 appearances for Scotland and scored 266 points, including 17 drop-goals, a Scottish record.
“I was thinking about it but the first game of the Six Nations was against England and being able to play was huge for me,” said the 33-year-old.
“On reflection, after talking it over with family, I’ve come to the decision that now is the right time to retire.”
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His decision to step down comes three days after making… Continue reading Parks stands down from Scotland
January 20th, 2012
Watch Ashton’s thrilling try against Australia in 2010
Saracens have completed the signing of Northampton and England wing Chris Ashton on a “long-term” contract.
The 24-year-old, whose Saints deal expires in the summer, will join Sarries for the 2012-13 campaign.
The length of Ashton’s deal has not been disclosed by the reigning Premiership champions.
“I’ve decided to join Saracens from next season… until then it’s all about Saints,” he said on social networking site Twitter.
A spokesman for Saracens added: “We are obviously especially delighted but, for now, Chris remains a Northampton player.
“Out of respect for Saints, Saracens will not make… Continue reading Saracens confirm Ashton capture
January 6th, 2012
Steve Shingler is one of six uncapped players included in the Scotland squad
The Scottish Rugby Union insists Steven Shingler is eligible to take his place in their Six Nations squad, despite a challenge from its Welsh counterparts.
The London Irish back was one of six uncapped players named in Andy Robinson’s 36-man squad.
But the Welsh claim that Shingler is their player after he played in the second-string Six Nations last season.
“Steven confirmed that he declined to sign a declaration he was committed solely to Wales,” said the SRU.
“Steven has informed us that he made it clear that he wished to leave open his international eligibility as he was also eligible to represent… Continue reading Scotland defend Shingler call-up
January 1st, 2012
US Open winner McIlroy (left) and Open champion Clarke are honoured
Golfers Darren Clarke and Rory McIlroy have received awards for their 2011 success in the New Year Honours list.
Open winner Clarke becomes an OBE while fellow Northern Irishman McIlroy is appointed an MBE for his US Open win.
Taekwondo world champion Sarah Stevenson and rugby union players Chris Paterson of Scotland and Wales’ Martyn Williams all become MBEs.
Ex-Aston Villa chairman Doug Ellis is made a knight, while former cricket umpire Dickie Bird is appointed an OBE.
Former Formula 1 champion Nigel Mansell also becomes a CBE for services… Continue reading Golfers top New Year Honours list
