Mike Ruddock
Mike Ruddock
Mike Ruddock, OBEis a Welsh rugby union coach, currently coach of the Ireland Under-20 Rugby Union Team and Lansdowne FC . Ruddock was the Director of Rugby at the Worcester Warriors until his resignation on 28 April 2010. Previously, Ruddock was the coach of the Welsh national rugby union team from 2004 until February 2006 and Leinster Coach from 1997 to 2000...
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I know we can play some good rugby, I know we can be very proud when we're on the field, but I was also pleased to see us persevere. I think that's the thing we're going to need in the Six Nations at times, particularly in light of a couple of injuries.
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In confirming the appointment of Gareth it has become increasingly evident that the job of Welsh captain is a highly prized and highly sought-after role,
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Once he has completed the launch of his book he should focus totally on overcoming his injury and regaining his full fitness and form and continue to prove he is a fine individual player and a fine team player.
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I'm gutted he's out for the Six Nations but more gutted for Kevin.
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I have noted that for use of the elbow there have been two or three different sentences. That is something that needs to be considered.
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It was pleasing to get that total performance, we're now a team who can win dirty if necessary,
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It's in my interest to protect the group as best I can. That's the mindset down in Wales, and all the more so given the injuries we've had. So the players will be withdrawn from games this weekend. That's to give us the best possible chance.
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It's comforting to know that we have a replacement of the quality of Nicky.
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It's an element of the modern game that is under-used, but - as England also showed against Australia - if you've got a formidable set piece you have to use it.
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It will be hard to defend the title but you have to aim high.
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We might have surprised a few sides last year,
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We expected a struggle to get our game together after so little preparation, but didn't expect that,
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We're trying to get clarity on this and hope to reach a resolution in a few weeks.
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England have stated this is a massive game for them, their biggest since the World Cup final. Perhaps that puts them under a bit more pressure now to deliver.