The Incredible Story Behind Italy’s Brilliant Ruck Tactics Against England
“It looks so wrong, it has to be right.” That was the response from Conor O’Shea’s brother Diarmuid earlier in the week when he was told about Italy’s ruckless tactic...
Category: Guinness Six Nations
Eddie Jones Lashes Out At Referee Roman Poite Over Italy Performance
Eddie Jones just won’t admit he was caught on the hop today. England may have won today, but Conor O’Shea can take great pride in what he tried to achieve....
Watch: Conor O’Shea Explains Italy’s Tactics & Fires Back At Matt Dawson
Conor O’Shea’s Italy shocked England today with some rather intriguing tactics that were baffling- but perfectly legal. The Azzuri decided to not commit men to rucks, allowing them to stay...
Eddie Jones Says “That Was Not Rugby” & Conor O’Shea Shoots Back
A masterclass from O’Shea. That seems to be the general consensus from the rugby spectrum after the Irishman masterminded an excellent Italian performance today against England, thanks to some very...
Matt Dawson Just Had The Arrogance To Blast Italy Over Brilliant Ruck Tactic
Sour grapes anyone? Conor O’Shea gave us a master class in coaching this afternoon with a brilliant ruck tactic in the England and Italy Six Nations game. The Azzuri brilliantly...
Watch: “Im A Referee, Not A Coach” – England Baffled By Italy’s Ruck Tactics
A masterclass from Conor O’Shea. Italy currently lead England by 10-5 in a bizarre affair at Twickenham. The Azzuri scored a lucky try on the stroke of half-time thanks to...
Watch: Could This Moment Be Costly For Alun Wyn Jones & The Lions Captaincy?
Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones wanted to kick for goal at a crucial stage in yesterday’s 29-13 defeat by Scotland, but says his kickers said “no.” Rob Howley’s men opted to...
Wales Captain Alun Wyn Jones Reveals Teammates Overruled Him For Crucial Decision
This is a strange one. Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones wanted to kick for goal at a crucial stage in todays’ 29-13 defeat by Scotland, but says his kickers said...
It Looks Like Ireland Took Our Advice For The French Game
Well played Ireland. Ireland took the fight to France tonight before the game had even started with simple, but effective statement of intent. The two nations are currently locked in...
French Coach Admits He’s Had Nightmares About Ireland’s Monstrous Back-Row
France forwards coach Yannick Bru admitted he has had nightmares about Ireland’s back-row. The French assistant coach believes one of Ireland’s greatest weapons is their dynamic back-row made up of...
