chrisheal, Author at Talking Rugby Union

RFU confirm plans for NCA Cup competition

November 12, 2020

Given that there will be no league rugby this season, the Rugby Football Union have put into place a cup competition for National League…

Amazon v DAZN v BT Sport v Sky Sports v free-to-air – Can Prime Video begin a new era for rugby broadcasting?

November 11, 2020

The internet giant will make their first foray into rugby broadcasting during the Autumn Nations Cup but could Amazon Prime Video be the future?

Family guy Weir praises “awesome” people around him ahead of Autumn Nations Cup

November 10, 2020

Scotland fly-half Duncan Weir admits the support he has had from his family will help him relish his opportunity in the Autumn Nations Cup.

Exclusive: Mullen and Harlequins building in the right direction after eye-catching start

November 6, 2020

Allianz Premier 15s league leaders Harlequins travel to Loughborough Lightning on Saturday as head coach Gerard Mullen returns to some familiar surroundings. (Photo Credit: stillsport.com)

“A Scotland team with smiles on their faces is pretty dangerous”

November 2, 2020

Scrummaging and defence are two things in rugby that are not always associated with smiling, but by improving these parts of their game in…

Shaun Edwards Exclusive: ‘Maturing’ France determined to reach the top

October 31, 2020

Shaun Edwards chats exclusively to Talking Rugby Union ahead of France’s mouth-watering Six Nations clash with Ireland on Saturday evening.

Henry Slade in ‘England mode’ as Eddie Jones plots Six Nations glory

October 30, 2020

Exeter’s double-winning centre Henry Slade is straight back into the action this weekend as Eddie Jones looks to guide his England team to the…

Gatland’s inbox: Backroom staff, shaping the squad and captaincy selection

October 29, 2020

The British and Irish Lions have recently unveiled their new jersey ahead of their tour to South Africa in 2021 and Warren Gatland is…

Scott the lot: “He is already very good – and the great thing for Scotland is that he can get even better”

October 29, 2020

Scott Cummings did not make his full Scotland debut until August last year, but now he has played his part in the last 13…

Sanitisation tunnels at Doncaster Knights could help fans return to stadiums

October 28, 2020

Doncaster Knights have recently introduced an additional safety measure at Castle Park which could pave the way for supporters to return to rugby stadiums.