Former England captain Martin Johnson has said that Maro Itoje should be allowed to just “get on and play” instead of being hyped up.
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Farrell takes up Munster role
Munster have confirmed that former England assistant coach Andy Farrell will join the province in an advisory role with immediate effect.
Wood calls for Munster reforms
Keith Wood is of the opinion that there will need to be reforms at Munster, if the province is to achieve the heights that it did midway through the 2000s.
Mallinder still confident of top four
Northampton Saints coach Jim Mallinder is still confident that his team can secure a spot among the top four in the Aviva Premiership.
Leinster still playing to win
Following Leinster Rugby’s failed European campaign, the emphasis is now firmly on producing a successful Pro12 season.
Mallinder still confident of top 4
Northampton Saints coach Jim Mallinder is still confident that his team can secure a spot among the top four in the Aviva Premiership.
Bok coaching role defined
SARU’s goal is to have 50% black representation in the Springbok team by 2019, and as such have defined the role of the coach accordingly.
Jean hints at extending career
Jean de Villiers has hinted that he could play until the ripe old age of 37 through extending his current deal with the Leicester Tigers.
Liebenberg to play for Cheetahs?
After an op by the same specialist who operated on Duane Vermeulen, former Springbok hooker Tiaan Liebenberg is looking to return to rugby.
Rassie a Bok coach option?
With the Bok coach only being appointed at the end of March, it has emerged that Rassie Erasmus may well be a contender for the position.
Gill, Ward and Horwill cited
Saracens prop Rhys Gill and Harlequins hooker and lock Dave Ward and James Horwill will stand before an RFU Disciplinary panel on Tuesday.
Stormers name pre-season squad
Stormers head coach Robbie Fleck has named a 38-man training squad that will be heading to Wilderness for a Super Rugby pre-season camp.