TRU Exclusives & Features Archives

David Ainu’u Exclusive: The Eagles’ superstar prop ahead of a return to Twickenham

July 2, 2021

Having lifted the Champions Cup with Toulouse in May, the USA prop is back at England HQ as the Eagles prepare to face Eddie…

Under-20 Six Nations 2021: Unbeaten England lead the way ahead of final two rounds

July 2, 2021

England maintained their 100 per cent record in the Under-20s Six Nations following a 24-15 victory over title challengers Ireland in Cardiff.

Lions prop Tadhg Furlong ahead of ‘acid test’ clash with Japan

June 19, 2021

With the British and Irish Lions’ preparations for South Africa having begun, second-time tourist Tadhg Furlong talks about what he and his teammates have…

Alex Goode Exclusive: “I want to be winning again with this group of players”

June 19, 2021

The Saracens stalwart hopes his side can build from their experience in the GK IPA Championship and return to challenging for the big prizes.

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…

Rynhardt Elstadt Exclusive: The Toulouse and Springbok forward hoping to lift more silverware this season

June 15, 2021

As Toulouse look to finish their campaign by adding the Top 14 title to their recent Champions Cup success, Rynhardt Elstadt spoke to Joe…

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,…

‘Home of Golf’ becomes ‘Home of Scottish Rugby Captains’ for the summer

June 10, 2021

With the U20 Six Nations beginning this month, Gary Heatly takes a look at Scotland’s captain Alex Samuel who will be leading his country…

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.

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