November. The end of season Southern Hemisphere tours are upon us and with 2019 Rugby World…
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Guinness Pro 14: Mid-Term Review (Part Two)
In this second part, Hawkeye Sidekick reflects on Conference B standings which has seen some notable…
Guinness Pro 14: Mid-Term Review
Eight rounds in the book. A three week tournament hiatus starts with teams reflecting on the…
Guinness Pro 14: Round 8 Preview
The standout fixture of the round. Glasgow Warriors will look for revenge after a devastating ERC…
RWC 2023: Ireland Bid falls short
Shortly before 11am GMT on October 31st, rumors started to circulate that South Africa were the…
European Rugby Champions Cup: Round 2 Reflections
A weekend where statements of intent were issued; a weekend where teams are now under pressure…
European Rugby Champions Cup Round 2: Munster 14 – 7 Racing 92
Relief. Weather conditions made this fixture a lottery. John Ryan cameo key. A great win considering…
European Rugby Challenge Cup: Round 2 Preview
As I write this blog, the perennial French road trip performance on European Rugby Challenge Cup…
European Rugby Champions Cup – Round 2 Preview:
Round 2. The round which provides contrasting emotions. A round where the stronger teams will gain…
European Rugby Champions Cup: Round 1 Review
The first round of pool games are now in the books. An intriguing weekend with familar…