Eddie Jones only has two world-class England players
7 years ago by Daily Mail - Sir Clive Woodward ColumnSIR CLIVE WOODWARD FOR THE DAILY MAIL: I have really enjoyed watching England's rise under Jones and I remain convinced they will be contesting the World Cup final but I have concerns. ,
SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: James Haskell is too muscular
7 years ago by Daily Mail - Sir Clive Woodward ColumnSIR CLIVE WOODWARD: There were plenty of talking points from the Northampton-Wasps match on Saturday. Dan Robson's try should have stood, meanwhile James Haskell looks too heavy. ,
SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: Eddie Jones' brave new back-row era
7 years ago by Daily Mail - Sir Clive Woodward ColumnSIR CLIVE WOODWARD: Eddie Jones’s selection on Thursday signposted big changes in the England back row over the next 12 months. The Red Rose chief has put his faith in youth. ,
Owen Farrell must be made England captain for autumn Tests
7 years ago by Daily Mail - Sir Clive Woodward ColumnSIR CLIVE WOODWARD: England have plenty of advantages when building a Test team but possessing superior playing numbers is not one of them. ,
Fearless South Africa can rise from the ashes
7 years ago by Daily Mail - Sir Clive Woodward ColumnSIR CLIVE WOODWARD: South Africa were very unlucky not to beat the All Blacks, losing 25-24 in a match that showcased the best the Rugby Championship has to offer. ,
Highlights: London Irish v Leicester Tigers
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA crucial losing bonus point for London Irish who made a great comeback in the second half to finish trailing by a single point. The Tigers dominated the opening half with a Nick Malouf try giving the...
England should look at homegrown coaching talent
7 years ago by Daily Mail - Sir Clive Woodward ColumnSIR CLIVE WOODWARD: After the RFU’s new CEO, Stephen Brown, mentioned that England must start planning for the day when Jones steps down, I want to highlight the excellence of homegrown coaches. ...
Aviva Premiership - Team of the Weekend
7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby1. Mark Lambert The Harlequins prop was one of the standout performers in the forward pack in his side's clash with Northampton this weekend. He was impressive at scrum time, consistently piling...
Imagine the hype if Henry Trinder was an All Black
7 years ago by Daily Mail - Sir Clive Woodward ColumnSIR CLIVE WOODWARD: I was in Berkeley on Friday at the very moment Henry Trinder produced his run-and-passing sequence vs Worcester to create that wonder try for Billy Twelvetrees. ,
Aviva Premiership - Team of the Weekend
7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby1. Mako Vunipola Vunipola's work rate for the hour he was on the field against Sale was top notch as Saracens racked up a strong win over Sale. Mako made 40 metres going forward, making 12 carries...