Howlers and fouls grabbed some of the headlines in the Aviva Premiership and Guinness Pro12 this weekend, but there were plenty of terrific tries and top tackles to enjoy too. Man on a mission: Luke Cowan-Dickie was unstoppable for Exeter. (Photo: Getty Images)The Saints Rare hooker’s hat-trick Exeter Chiefs No 2 Luke Cowan-Dickie became only the third hooker to bag a hat-trick …Continue reading »
From the sands of Taranaki to the stands of the Ricoh, learn about the New Zealander who's lighting the touch paper for Wasps this season in an unfamiliar roleBuzzing: Jimmy Gopperth takes on Tom Youngs and Freddie Burns during Wasps' win at Welford RoadOne of the most tantalizing prospects of the new season is what the Wasps back-line will look like when everyone …Continue reading »
Maro Itoje has started off the season as he finished the last, topping the statistics charts and setting an example. Just how far can his potential take him?The rise and rise of Maro Itoje: The England and Saracens lock has started the season in-formBy Alex Shaw Everyone in the rugby world knows the name Maro Itoje. The 21-year-old has been riding the crest …Continue reading »
Tries were still plentiful, as were away wins, as the second weekend of Aviva Premiership and Guinness Pro12 fixtures were completed. Who played a starring role and who fluffed their lines?Smiling assassin: Tommy Seymour had an extremely happy day at Scotstoun. (Photo: Inpho)The Saints Four more from Seymour Scoring two tries against champions Connacht last week seemed like a good start to …Continue reading »
