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Russell Crowe Told Leeds ‘Not For Sale’

David Folami — Wed, 25 Feb 2015 23:39:35 +0000

Leeds United are “not for sale” despite actor Russell Crowe suggesting he may be interested in buying the club. . Theinfostrides had learned that New Zealand-born Crowe, a Leeds supporter, would consider buying the club only if approached and with the fans’ backing. . Leeds are owned by Eleonora Sport Limited but banned president Massimo [...]

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Shock As Bulls Duo Head To France

David Folami — Sat, 07 Feb 2015 05:18:35 +0000

There was massive shock in Pretoria rugby circles on Friday night when it was confirmed that Jacques du Plessis, one of the brightest prospects in South African rugby, had been lured to Montpellier on a two-year deal. . The deal, which is said to be one of the largest in Europe, sees the SA under-20 [...]

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#Sport: Wales international Hook signs for Gloucester

Adewale A. — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 08:55:20 +0000

Wales fly-half James Hook has signed for Gloucester after Perpignan's relegation from the French Top 14, the English Premiership club announced on Tuesday. "Gloucester Rugby are delighted to confirm that James Hook has agreed to move to Kingsholm, a…

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#Rugby: Former England skipper Steve Borthwick a massive boost for Japan, says Jones

Adewale A. — Tue, 27 May 2014 09:48:43 +0000

Former England skipper Steve Borthwick's appointment as Japan's new forwards coach will give the Asian champions a huge boost at next year's Rugby World Cup, head coach Eddie Jones told AFP Tuesday. "He's a fantastic acquisition for us," said Jones,…

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#Rugby: Ireland lock Donncha O’Callaghan gets Barbarians call

Adewale A. — Mon, 26 May 2014 17:14:05 +0000

Ireland lock Donncha O'Callaghan was one of four players added to the Barbarians squad on Monday to face England in a non-cap international at Twickenham on June 1. France fly-half Francois Trinh-Duc, South Africa second row Juandre Kruger and Argentina…

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Japan beat Hong Kong to qualify for Rugby World Cup

Ade Adewale — Sun, 25 May 2014 11:58:58 +0000

Japan qualified for their eighth straight Rugby World Cup with a 49-8 win over Hong Kong Sunday to claim the Asian Five Nations title in the final sporting event at Tokyo's National Stadium. Japan have never lost an Asian Five Nations match in the seven…

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England rugby team gets Mike Brown boost

Ade Adewale — Thu, 22 May 2014 15:23:50 +0000

England received some good news ahead of their troubled tour of New Zealand when full-back Mike Brown declared himself fit for the first Test against the world champion All Blacks on June 7. With fly-half George Ford set to miss the tour because of…

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RC Saracens supremo in ‘double’ limbo [Rugby]

Adewale A. — Thu, 15 May 2014 13:26:07 +0000

"We are on the verge of history -- or nothing." It could have been the voice of many a Saracens fan as they prepare for some of the most momentous weeks in the life of the 138-year-old club. But Nigel Wray, the man who made that rueful comment, is no…

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Welsh Rugby Union to stage trial match ahead of Springboks tour

Adewale A. — Thu, 08 May 2014 21:03:16 +0000

The Welsh Rugby Union on Thursday revealed they will stage their first full trial match in 14 years ahead of next month's two-Test South Africa tour. Rob Howley will coach the Probables, with his fellow Wales assistant Robin McBryde in charge of the…

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Rugby legend Jonny Wilkinson aims for historic exit

Ade Adewale — Mon, 28 Apr 2014 19:31:27 +0000

Rugby legend Jonny Wilkinson says he is playing every game as though it is his last and he has a possible fairytale end to his career in sight. Wilkinson's left boot again dominated in Toulon's 24-16 win over Munster on Sunday that took the French side…

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