chrisheal, Author at Talking Rugby Union

Ellis Genge – England’s misunderstood potential captain

June 18, 2021

As the most experienced player in the England camp, Ellis Genge discusses the possibility of being England captain, perceptions about him and heading into…

NCA rebrand to National League Rugby confirmed by RFU council

June 15, 2021

The NCA have changed their name to National League Rugby following an RFU Council meeting at the beginning of the month.

Why Leicester Tigers aren’t in a reflective mood just yet

June 11, 2021

It has been a campaign full of positives for Steve Borthwick’s side and whilst confirming Champions Cup rugby would round off an encouraging season,…

Josh Beaumont Column: We want to create a new legacy at Sale

June 9, 2021

In his latest column for TRU, the Sale forward discusses the importance of the club’s current run of form, targeting a new piece of…

Davies ‘over the moon’ with captaincy as Wayne Pivac opts for players with runs on the board for summer fixtures

June 8, 2021

Tommy Reffell and Dan Thomas have missed out on Wales’ plans for the summer despite having hugely impressive campaigns in the Gallagher Premiership.

Tuilagi’s timely return can boost Sale’s Premiership ambitions

June 3, 2021

Manu Tuilagi is back in the starting XV for Sale’s penultimate game of the regular season against Harlequins as the Sharks gear up for…

How trusting university talent has helped Harlequins challenge for the title

June 3, 2021

This season Harlequins will be competing in their first Premiership semi-final since 2014 and a quartet of players who have experienced the university game…

Sale have all but wrapped up a top four place and now a defining month awaits for the Sharks

May 27, 2021

It has not been all plain sailing for Alex Sanderson’s side in their quest for a Premiership play-off spot, but with a squad high…

Tim Stimpson Interview: We love the intensity of rugby but we don’t want it to come at a price

May 26, 2021

The former Leicester Tiger is part of the lobby group, Progressive Rugby, and is keen to see the research around reducing concussions move further…

Cheslin Kolbe Interview: I have so much respect for everyone at Toulouse for what they have done for me

May 22, 2021

The World Cup winner talks about his time with Toulouse, the possibility of representing the Springboks against the Lions and starting a new dynasty…