Taulupe Faletau column: Past matches have no relevance to this weekend

- March 7, 2014

Next up is England, and if it wasn’t for an injury to one of us, a chance to play against family this weekend. I’ve played against [my cousin] Billy [Vunipola] for Wasps before so we’ve had that experience on the same pitch before, but it’s a shame that he’s injured

Taulupe Faletau column: “First is still our objective”

- February 28, 2014

We’ve had a pretty good return to form this week, and having bounced back from the Ireland game a fortnight ago there’s a much better feeling around camp this weekend compared to last.Another rest week in quick succession also helps give us more time to train for our next game.

Taulupe Faletau Column: The Ireland defeat was a shock

- February 14, 2014February 14, 2014

The Ireland defeat last week was a blow for us, and a bit of a shock to be honest. As a team we just didn’t turn up and play as we know we can. Unfortunately, that cost us the game and Ireland ran out quite convincing winners in the end.

Toby Faletau Column: We’ve got the opportunity to do something unique

- February 1, 2014January 31, 2014

This is the first of a new column exclusive to The Rugby Blog, in which Wales star Toby Faletau will give a first hand account of the goings on in camp over the course of the Six Nations.The Six Nations tournament always feels like a long time coming and it’s

Matt Kvesic column: Hibbard and Afoa will be great for the club

- December 19, 2013December 19, 2013

It's been a tough few days since the loss to Edinburgh. The body doesn't feel too bad - it wasn't a particularly physical game, and there was a lot of kicking - but it was tough to take.Winning away at Edinburgh was a really good result, because it's a

Matt Kvesic Column: initiation at Gloucester and targets for England

- October 24, 2013

In the first of his new exclusive column on The Rugby Blog, Matt Kvesic talks about settling into life at Gloucester, as well as his excitement at facing a first full season in the England set-up.I've really enjoyed the start to my time at Gloucester. All the boys and all

Visser: ‘The RBS 6 Nations can’t come quickly enough’

- December 13, 2012December 12, 2012

It has been a frustrating few weeks for Scotland, and we're obviously disappointed with the results this Autumn. The All Blacks up first was always going to be difficult, but scoring three tries against them was encouraging.Then the score in the South Africa game wasn't really reflective of how

Tom Croft: ‘Fully refreshed and ready to go’

- November 20, 2012November 20, 2012

Tom Croft will be writing a regular column for The Rugby Blog, thanks to the RFU's National Community Partner, SSE Rugby - here's the first instalment.You’ll be pleased to know that I’m back in training now, which is great news. I’m a few weeks off playing yet but the recovery

Visser: ‘To play at Murrayfield in November would be incredible’

- September 27, 2012September 27, 2012

It's been a good start to the season for Edinburgh Rugby, but a little bit mixed in terms of the results. Munster at home in week one was a great opportunity to lay down a marker for the season, and although I think we played more of the rugby

Cuthbert: ‘We want to make the Arms Park a fortress’

- September 13, 2012September 13, 2012

Our first match back at Cardiff Arms Park last Friday was incredible. It's the first time I've experienced anything like it - it was so loud and there was such a great atmosphere. You could tell everyone had enjoyed a few beers and were having a good time,