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| Author: | Madeline [ 01 Feb 13, 18:57 ] |
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Live Six Nations Rugby Union BBC1, Saturday 2nd Feb 1pm - 3:30pm From William Webb Ellis, the boy who in 1823, in the middle of a game at Rugby school, “first took the ball in his arms and ran with it”, to the rousing choruses of Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, Bread of Heaven, The Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond and The Fields of Athenry, rugby has never been a sport that’s shy of mythologising. Has the Six Nations lost its muddy tribal charm in the trimmed professionalism of the modern game? Not a bit of it. When Sam Warburton of Wales and Ireland’s Jamie Heaslip lead their teams out (k/o 1.30pm), mythology and modernity will combine in the fizzing cauldron of the Millennium Stadium. Then it’s off to Twickenham, where England and Scotland’s lithe giants play out a 134-year-old rivalry for the Calcutta Cup (k/o 4pm). Wales v Ireland (Kick-off 1.30pm). Jason Mohammad introduces coverage of the opening match of this year's championship, as the sides meet at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium. Wales won the Grand Slam last year and began with a win over Ireland in Dublin, but have struggled since that tournament victory, losing three times in Australia and all four of their autumn internationals, including defeats at home to Argentina and Samoa. Ireland have retained Jamie Heaslip as captain despite the return from injury of Brian O'Driscoll, and are seeking a first victory in Cardiff since 2009. With commentary by Eddie Butler, Philip Matthews and Martyn Williams, and analysis by Keith Wood and Jonathan Davies. Cast Presenter Jason Mohammad Guest Keith Wood Guest Jonathan Davies Commentator Eddie Butler Commentator Philip Matthews Commentator Martyn WilliamsCrew Radiotimes Live Six Nations Rugby Union England v Scotland (Kick-off 4.00pm). John Inverdale presents coverage of this afternoon's second fixture, which takes place at Twickenham. England will expect to continue their fine recent record against the Scots with another victory to retain the Calcutta Cup, especially after their win against New Zealand in the autumn internationals. However, Scotland - under interim coach Scott Johnson for the first time - will be determined to improve on last year's dismal campaign, which produced five defeats and ended with them bottom of the table. With commentary by Andrew Cotter and Brian Moore, and analysis by Clive Woodward, Andy Nicol and Jeremy Guscott. Cast Presenter John Inverdale Commentator Andrew Cotter Commentator Brian Moore Guest Andy Nicol Guest Jeremy Guscott Guest Sir Clive Woodwar Radiotimes ITALY V FRANCE BBC1 [Not Scotlan] 2:25pm - 5pm Repeat: BBC1 Scotland, Sun 3rd Feb 2:50pm Italy v France (Kick-off 3.00pm). John Inverdale introduces the third and final match in the opening round of this year's championship, which takes place at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. The French suffered a disappointing campaign in 2012, only beating Italy and Scotland before finishing in fourth position. The Azzurri have traditionally competed with Scotland to avoid ending bottom of the standings, and recorded a famous 22-21 victory over Les Bleus when they met in Rome two years ago. With commentary by Alastair Eykyn and Jonathan Davies, and analysis by Keith Wood, Thomas Castaignede and Jeremy Guscott. Cast Presenter John Inverdale Commentator Alastair Eykyn Commentator Jonathan Davies Guest Keith Wood Guest Thomas Castaignede Guest Jeremy Guscott Radiotimes |
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| Author: | Madeline [ 02 Feb 13, 12:04 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Six Nations Rugby Union 2013 |
Six Nations rugby: meet the captains Chris Robshaw, Kelly Brown, Sam Warburton and Jamie Heaslip on what it takes to be a captain and why their teams will win this year's tournament www.radiotimes.com |
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| Author: | Madeline [ 02 Feb 13, 12:06 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Six Nations Rugby Union 2013 |
England Rugby head coach Stuart Lancaster: "I don't pick cynical players" “The grass roots keeps players grounded, it reminds them where they have come from, a school or a rugby club Radiotimes |
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| Author: | Madeline [ 02 Feb 13, 22:35 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Six Nations Rugby Union 2013 |
Buoyant England sail past stricken Scotland England 38 Scotland 18: Hosts start their Six Nations campaign with a routine win over a Scotland side 'on the edge of a precipice'. Independent Wales short of answers to Brian O'Driscoll and Ireland Wales 22 Ireland 30: Ireland's driving force leads the way to a 30-3 lead that Wales cannot claw back despite a spirited three-try second half Independent |
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| Author: | Madeline [ 04 Feb 13, 22:02 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Six Nations Rugby Union 2013 |
Italy wreck France's grand slam hopes with stunning Six Nations win Italy 23-18 France Guardian |
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| Author: | Madeline [ 16 Mar 13, 22:25 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Six Nations Rugby Union 2013 |
Six Nations: Wales slam door on English grand design Wales 30 England 3: Dragon power clinches Six Nations title for second year running as Lancaster's much-lauded youngsters are given a reality check www.independent.co.uk |
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