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2023-10-18
positive
Drop goals are virtually non-existent in women’s rugby – but that could soon change
Sarah McKenna was the only player to attempt a drop goal last season. The Saracen scored a 35-metre drop goal against Bristol in the Premier 15s (now rebranded as Premiership Women’s Rugby) McKenna says the biggest cause has been the emphasis on scoring tries in women's rugby.
2023-09-15
mixed
Lewis Ludlam gets nod ahead of Billy Vunipola to start for England against Japan
Billy Vunipola has completed his two-match suspension for a dangerous tackle against Ireland last month. The Saracen is limited to a bench role only for the Stade de Nice showdown. Ludlam has been rewarded for his defensive masterclass as a replacement in the 27-10 rout of Argentina on Saturday.
2023-08-07
positive
Billy Vunipola nearing comeback after being named in England’s World Cup squad
Vunipola, 30, has been sidelined since April because of two knee operations. Head coach Steve Borthwick insists the bulldozing Saracen is in the shape of his life and could be in action at Twickenham.
2023-08-07
neutral
Steve Borthwick defends World Cup selection with Billy Vunipola ‘in great shape’
Billy Vunipola is the only specialist number eight in England's squad. The Saracen has been sidelined since mid-April after undergoing two knee surgeries. Head coach Steve Borthwick has defended his decision to pick only one specialist.
2023-02-03
neutral
Finn Russell: I admire Owen Farrell – I expected England to pick him at fly half
Finn Russell and Owen Farrell are polar opposites. The Scotland fly half is positively effusive when it comes to his relationship with the Saracen. Farrell was selected to the bench behind Dan Biggar for the crucial third Lions Test in South Africa.
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