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PRO 14

Cardiff maintain winning streak, Leinster beaten

Cardiff Blues' Jarrod Evans is getting his big chance with Wales
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Cardiff Blues made it five wins in a row in the Pro14 with a 35-17 victory over Ulster, keeping their late surge for the play-offs alive.

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Tries from Jarrod Evans and Blaine Scully gave the Blues a 17-6 lead at half time, and they tore through Ulster in the second period to complete a bonus-point success.

Kristian Dacey and Dillon Lewis also crossed for the hosts as they secured a 10th success of the Pro14 campaign, the boot of Evans keeping the scoreboard ticking over.

The bonus point ensures they remain within five points of the Cheetahs in third place in Conference A with three rounds remaining.

Munster are a further six clear of the South African franchise after a hard-fought 19-7 win over defending champions Scarlets.

A physical encounter at Thomond Park saw James Hart, Robin Copeland and Alex Wootton all touch down for the hosts as they got back to winning ways after defeat to Edinburgh last time out.

Leinster’s mini-wobble continues in Conference B as they failed to win for a second successive match, the Irish province beaten 32-18 by Ospreys.

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A third win in a row for Ospreys came thanks to the boot of Wales fly-half Dan Biggar, the 28-year-old kicking 12 points around tries from Justin Tipuric, Tom Habberfield and a Dan Evans double.

There was a rare victory for Southern Kings in round 17, but they were unable to make it two out of two as they were edged out 36-35 by Benetton Treviso.

A captivating clash saw momentum swing one way and then the next as Kings tried in vain to get their noses in front after Treviso scored two tries in the first six minutes.

Tango Balekile’s late trip to the sin bin did not help their cause, the South Africans coming up just short as Treviso clung on.

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unknown 10 minutes ago
What to do with Beauden Barrett as Blues hit post-championship free fall

Absolutely agree, the Blues have plenty of talent coming through the ranks, just not in the positions mentioned, the halves specifically, which kinda makes the rest pointless. Not saying he's the answer, but couldn't figure out why they let Cashmore go, very similar to Plummer, that backline just needs a competent facilitator. Some better depth at hooker would be nice too, I don't count any of the current options as none of them can be relied on at line out time

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Spew_81 16 minutes ago
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McKenzie is not a good enough traditional 10 to be a successful test 10. At best McKenzie is the 15 in a 10/15 dual playmaker set up (unsure if he’s even up to test level as a starting test 15 – probably best as a utility). McKenzie has been given many opportunities at 10, especially in 2024. But he couldn’t quite adjust his game enough.

 



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Mike 1 hour ago
'He’s putting his hand up to grab that starting No.8 jersey for England'

A retrograde step, if true. Alex Dombrandt brings great skills and go forward when he has some space and the game opens up, which it certainly did on Saturday. Sadly, he has been found wanting at international level already, because test footie is rarely “loose” and is more likely to be the proverbial arm wrestle. One of the (several) issues for England in the 6N was the lack of a big ball carrier in the tight exchanges, in the absence of Tom Willis, and if anybody thinks AD is a like for like replacement, then I have a bridge to sell you. The apparent return to form and fitness of George Martin at tight head lock, and Ollie Chessum probably moving to 6, might change the equation, but I still think there are better options than AD to create a balanced back row to the England scrum. Sorry Alex.

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unknown 1 hour ago
Aussie Super Rugby takes: Tahs’ flyhalf options grow, Force rise built on defence

It doesn’t matter for Australian sides , the Reds and the Brumbies are looking to finish fourth .

The Reds will then play the Blues . One they could win or lose and get a second chance .



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JW 1 hour ago
Wallace Sititi acknowledges ‘tough’ 18 months after statement Chiefs win

I guess it shows just how much better South Africa were in 2024 as well, they had a fairly poor 2025.

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MM 1 hour ago
South Africa's Junior Boks well placed to continue their dominance on the world stage

Good luck to the Junior Boks. Don’t forget to pack those drugs boys…………..

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GL 1 hour ago
'We don't do that': NZR rule out buying out Fehi Fineanganofo's contract

NZR is still living in the 1960s…wake TF up

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JW 2 hours ago
Vern Cotter on Blues rookie: 'I think Dave Rennie was probably looking at him'

Yea man, NZR have often said they do not want to rush kids, they want to give them the opportunities in life that you often hear pro athletes saying they never got a chance to experience (doing normal young adult stuff), but I think they can still do that better. Find a better balance.

The education is an important aspect imo, and I’ve said it a lot on here, they should partner with the Universities. Give kids a good reason to stay in school first if they consider a pro career, and allow them to follow that path while going to uni (so many gifted players have to make a choice between rugby and being a doctor etc). I think you’ll practically double the amount of school leavers playing rugby (I know they have club sides already, but I’m talking an all Uni league of u23s etc), and with the kind of strategy I mention above with Baz, you can now have two pathways to pro rugby. Plus the Uni’s invest a lot of money in facilities and coachs already. Look how many Graham Henry’s there are today, practically no coach is coming from the Headmaster side of things. I think the US model is pretty crazy at times, but it would also be really good to have a academic person also able to follow that path from teacher and rugby coach through to lecturers.



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JW 2 hours ago
Vern Cotter on Blues rookie: 'I think Dave Rennie was probably looking at him'

Me too man. It’s tough to not try and hold onto tradition, and it’s tough to want clubs and their communities to depart from tradtion at the same time.First

First I’d like to see what this development level the SR teams have is like. Then I’d like something that takes a SR regions clubs out of their normal league (while also still having some participation in it) and requires them to step up a little (like how you describe), take in more youngsters like the SR teams have on their rosters.



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The Answer 2 hours ago
Ex-All Black captain Read takes aim at NZR over Mo'unga situation

If I weren’t a fan of the AB v Bok rivalry, I wouldn’t comment on it, unlike you. 14.8k comments and still clueless. Wow.

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BM 2 hours ago
Ex-All Black captain Read takes aim at NZR over Mo'unga situation

Where has Commonsence gone. Without Commonsense you cannot be a Leader.

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smartalec 2 hours ago
'We don't do that': NZR rule out buying out Fehi Fineanganofo's contract

While I don’t think they have ever bought out a players contract, they have done it for coaches. NZR bought out Brad Mooars contract with Scarlets in 2019. So there is a little bit of a precendent for that.

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JW 2 hours ago
SA Rugby address rumours of European exit in statement

Yes, and SA already do that too. So if theyre talking about doing something else, logically it would have to different to what you’re describing.

For instance, they would send the semi pro Currie Cup teams to play in steed of the URC squad?



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JW 3 hours ago
Ex-All Black captain Read takes aim at NZR over Mo'unga situation

2027.

Same. I’m OK with him returning immediately and being used in the easier July games. But this warped idea that he needs to go to SA is stupid. We can throw him in against a rough France, and if he goes somewhat OK probably still be able to use him to beat Ireland etc, and then he might be getting upto speed enough to even play against South Africa and actually add something.



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The Answer 3 hours ago
The four All Blacks at risk of not making the cut in 2026

Out of the four, Parker probably has the most upside, but he hasn’t done this Super season enough to earn a starting spot. Realistically, all of these positions are still up for grabs. I’d roll with Aride, Lakai and Kirifi. Blackadder, if healthy, and Parker off the bench.

I’d bring Rieko back. Jordie’s role at the Hurricanes has evolved, and he now looks far more focused on creating opportunities for the centre outside him. Under Foster and Razor, Jordie was too often used as a straight-line battering ram, which achieved little beyond compressing the field and limiting everyone outside him.



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TM 3 hours ago
SA Rugby confirm 2026 Toyota Challenge with 4 nations represented

Where can one purchase the tickets?

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JW 3 hours ago
Ex-All Black captain Read takes aim at NZR over Mo'unga situation

Black and White you mean, yes, I like to draw a line. There will be no line if you do not reward loyalty.

Is that Black and White enough for your one eye?



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JW 3 hours ago
Ex-All Black captain Read takes aim at NZR over Mo'unga situation

Neither are you. Mind your own business.

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The Answer 3 hours ago
Ex-All Black captain Read takes aim at NZR over Mo'unga situation

You’re obviously not an AB or Bok fan. Best you stick to ‘meaningless’ 6N content.

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cnw 3 hours ago
Ex-All Black captain Read takes aim at NZR over Mo'unga situation

Yes agree on that.

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