Rugby must learn less is more – Mitchell
England defence coach John Mitchell says there could be a few positives to come out of this coronavirus pandemic for rugby if it creates greater professionalism worldwide.
Mitchell rejects Super Rugby franchise
John Mitchell has turned down an offer to join the Chiefs coaching staff in order to focus on his commitments with England.
Tactical blunder cost All Blacks at RWC
Former assistant coach Wayne Smith has revealed in detail the tactical error he believes led to the All Blacks’ shock World Cup elimination.
Nine Boks in BaaBaas squad
Six current and former Springboks have been added to the Barbarians added to the World Cup-winning trio named in the Barbarians squad for their November internationals.
‘England must be prepared for anything’
England defence coach John Mitchell says he expects the Springboks to be more direct than the All Blacks in the World Cup final on Saturday.
Jones: Rassie is a cunning coach
Eddie Jones says that while England are expecting a physical onslaught from the Boks, they are also prepared for an unexpected approach during Saturday’s World Cup final.
Farrell changes tackle technique
England captain Owen Farrell has been altering his tackle technique to conform to World Rugby’s updated guidelines regarding no-arms tackles.
Mitchell extends England stay
John Mitchell has been handed a two-year extension to his contract as England’s defence coach.
France target Gatland, Mitchell
FFR president Bernard Laporte has included Warren Gatland and John Mitchell on the France coach shortlist.
‘Ireland will bore the s**t out of us’
England defence coach John Mitchell expects Ireland to adopt a boring game plan for their Six Nations clash in Dublin on Saturday.
