Rugby News - Southern Hemisphere

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  • Tuesday, 23. August, 2011

    Fainga'a takes centre stage

    A second Test start for Anthony Fainga'a and a return to the starting XV for Radike Samo and Dan Vickerman highlight the Wallabies team for Saturday's Tri-Nations decider in Brisbane.

  • Tuesday, 23. August, 2011

    'Most experienced' ABs chase glory

    World number one New Zealand named their most experienced squad on Tuesday as they chase their first World Cup success in 24 years at home in next month's tournament.

  • Tuesday, 23. August, 2011

    Saint-Andre to finally get French job

    Toulon Sporting Director Philippe Saint-Andre is to replace Marc Lievremont as French coach after the World Cup, French Rugby Federation (FRF) sources told AFP on Monday.

  • Tuesday, 23. August, 2011

    Moody feared it was over

    England captain Lewis Moody has revealed he thought his dreams of appearing in a third World Cup were over when he was carried off against Wales a fortnight ago with a knee injury.

  • Monday, 22. August, 2011

    Injury worries for England

    England manager Martin Johnson admitted injuries were a concern, as he left New Zealand-born centre Riki Flutey out of his 30-man World Cup squad on Monday.

  • Monday, 22. August, 2011

    Eagles have that Clever look

    Veteran loose forward Todd Clever will captain the United States Eagles at the World Cup tournament in New Zealand next month.

  • Monday, 22. August, 2011

    Johnson feels he has 'the right mix'

    England manager Martin Johnson said he feels he has "the right mix" for his team to win a record-equalling second World Cup title.

  • Monday, 22. August, 2011

    Province rest their Lion tamers

    Western Province coach Allister Coetzee took precautionary measures on Monday, giving his Lion tamers a break from training in order to manage his Currie Cup squad.

  • Monday, 22. August, 2011

    McAlister ready to roll in Toulouse

    Former All Blacks utility back Luke McAlister, who has signed a three year contract with French champions Toulouse, arrived at his new club on Monday.

  • Monday, 22. August, 2011

    Muir just pipped

    The final fixture of Muir’s 2011 season was a tight affair as they narrowly went down 31-32 to Graeme. It was a physical encounter and saw both sides make good use of their opportunities during the game. Muir had their noses in front going into the break with a 17-8 lead.

  • Monday, 22. August, 2011

    Wasps stung by Rees injury

    Wasps have suffered a major injury blow ahead of the new Premiership season after flank Tom Rees was ruled out for the majority of the campaign with a serious knee injury.

  • Monday, 22. August, 2011

    Gatland fires WC warning for Boks

    Wales coach Warren Gatland has warned defending champions South Africa that his side are determined to win the World Cup's toughest group.

  • Monday, 22. August, 2011

    Lambie and Steyn in the clear

    Springbok utility backs Patrick Lambie and Frans Steyn have been cleared as available for selection to the World Cup squad, Springbok management confirmed on Monday.

  • Monday, 22. August, 2011

    Injury blow for Munster's Bok

    Munster confirmed on Monday that Springbok prop BJ Botha will be sidelined for up to a month, following a calf injury he sustained in last Friday's pre-season clash with London Wasps at Musgrave Park.

  • Monday, 22. August, 2011

    Grey College - just

    Good sides keep on winning and Grey college of Bloemfontein are a great side, winning this FNB Classic Clash 36-35 against Paul Roos Gymnasium at Danie Craven Stadium in Stellenbosch on Saturday.