joeharvey, Author at Talking Rugby Union

Doing it for the people who ‘have been Saracens’

September 25, 2020

It was no secret that Saracens were targeting their quarter-final against Leinster. Using their squad to play in seven rounds of the Premiership, the…

The ever learning Leicester Tigers ahead of their Challenge Cup semi-final

September 24, 2020

Last weekend, there was an anticipation ahead of Leicester Tigers’ Challenge Cup quarter-final against Castres as the club had just beaten bitter rivals Northampton…

Lewis Moody Exclusive: Hatred in the best possible way – The West Country derby

September 22, 2020

For the majority of his career, Lewis Moody wore green, white and red. As a Leicester Tigers player, Moody became accustomed to the nature…

The ‘opportunity’ and ‘excitement of the Premiership Rugby Cup Final

September 20, 2020

It has been six months since the Premiership Rugby Cup Final was due to take place.

Pat Lam and Bristol Bears eyeing Challenge Cup success

September 17, 2020

Last weekend, we saw a much-changed Bristol Bears side lose heavily to Wasps in the Gallagher Premiership.

Exclusive – Adam Beard on the new Ospreys and his international ambition

September 16, 2020

This time last year, Adam Beard’s World Cup dreams nearly came to a crashing halt.

Exclusive: Alex Davis on the England Sevens start-up

September 14, 2020

For the last six years, Alex Davis has been a professional sevens player. Leaving Loughborough at the age of 21, the 27-year-old walked straight…

Match Report: Wasps 59-35 Bristol Bears

September 13, 2020

It was another try-fest at the Ricoh Arena on Sunday as Wasps ran out 59-35 winners over Bristol Bears.

How Ulster are riding the pressure into the Pro14 Final

September 11, 2020

Leinster. That is the challenge Ulster will face on Saturday evening. Just the name inspires a sense of trepidation and a challenge that so…

Match Report & Reaction: Wasps 54-7 Leicester Tigers

September 9, 2020

Wasps now look far more likely to be playing some Premiership play-off rugby this season as Lee Blackett’s side clinched their third win on…