Australian Head Coach Michael Cheika has finalized his roster for the Rugby Championship. Having named 36 players, the updated squad of 33 sees Nick Frisby, Luke Morahan and Toby Smith all released. The final roster sees a contingent of players back from France. Toulon backs Matt Giteau and Quade Cooper may yet …
Read More »García Botta Ruled Out of Facing South Africa
Argentina’s preparation for the Rugby Championship has taken a hit. Confirmed out of the opening round fixture against South Africa is Santiago García Botta. Having torn his calf the loosehead prop will not be fit to play at the Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit. Without him Daniel Hourcade is left with …
Read More »Early Casualties ahead of Olympic 7s
Great Britain and New Zealand have already been forced to make changes to their main roster for the Olympic Games before a ball has even been kicked. The news comes just days before the historic first appearance of sevens in the world’s biggest athletic spectacle. Alex Davis has been ruled …
Read More »Pichot’s Vision: RWC in Argentina, Jaguares Home, Clubs
In a radio interview with Raúl Taquini Agustín Pichot placed his cards on the table. The World Rugby Vice Chairman made it known that the future is one of great hope for a once isolated union. Hosting Rugby World Cup 2027 The former Pumas captain reaffirmed his desire for Argentina to host …
Read More »Team of the Week
It was a weekend to celebrate as PRO Rugby came to a triumphant close, and as such those players take the spotlight in this week’s selection. We did find a couple deserving participants in the URBA Top 14 who have been sandwiched in after their outstanding efforts for Hindú against SIC. …
Read More »Lobo Returns to Argentina, Eyes Pumas Recall
Following time spent at Montpellier, Newcastle, and Carcassonne, Nahuel Lobo has returned to Estudiantes de Paraná. Still aged just 24 the loosehead prop has turned down offers to remain in Europe to focus on an international recall. In an interview with UNO Entre Rios Lobo said “the last year I …
Read More »Uruguay XV Roster to Host Rosario
Uruguay’s official ‘A’ side, the Uruguay XV will play host to Argentine city selection Rosario on Saturday. In seeking to develop an increasing base of players for higher honors, the Uruguay XV is to play regularly. The international fixture is to take place at the Estadio Charrúa in Montevideo. Kick-off …
Read More »Bongi Mbonambi Added to Springbok Roster
Bongi Mbonambi has been added to the Springboks roster for the Rugby Championship. As such he joins captain Adriaan Strauss to become the second hooker in camp. A third is to be added after the Super Rugby final with Malcolm Max of the Lions the likely player. Mbonambi has one …
Read More »Pumas Begin Rugby Championship Training
Earlier today in Buenos Aires Los Pumas began their preparation for the Rugby Championship. Kicking-off in three weeks time the Four Nations competition will see the four Semi Finalists from Rugby World Cup 2015 facing-off home and away over six rounds. The Argentine roster contains 33 players, with scrum half …
Read More »Rosario Name Roster to Face Uruguay XV
Rosario Head Coach Fernando Bilbao has confirmed his roster for Saturday’s international against the Uruguay XV in Montevideo. The Argentine side will travel to the Uruguayan capital to play the country’s ‘A’ team. Included in the roster is Super Rugby player Felipe Arregui. The international will be played at Uruguay’s national …
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