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Wales squad in dispute with WRU before Fiji opener

Wales squad settle dispute with the Welsh Rugby Union over match fees three days before their Nations Championship opener with Fiji.

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Alex Coles seeks higher meaning in England’s clash with Kolisi and hard-edged Boks

The son of two vicars, the smart-cookie Saints forward is eager to front up to South Africa after a chat with their skipperThe general view in South Africa is that England don’t fully understand what they are up against. To be a Springbok is to represent the hopes and dreams of millions and feel a uniquely powerful force. Siya Kolisi must have been taken aback, consequently, to be approached after a Test at Twickenham by a young English opponent seeking to arrange a chat on the subject of racial unity.The curious Englishman was the Northampton forward Alex Coles, a player far removed from the average rugby jock. The son of two Church of England vicars – his mum, Olivia, writes her sermons on a Friday so she can attend his Saturday matches – he is a similarly firm believer in having a purpose in life beyond the weekend’s result. Continue reading...

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