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"Coaching an international team is a bit like MI5."

Former England coach Brian Ashton passes comment on his days on the international stage. August 30, 2009


"We've said all along that we'll do whatever is necessary to win."

South Africa skipper John Smit is in bullish mood as his side close in on the Tri-Nations crown. August 29, 2009


"Mark was very friendly but outlined the consequences of my appealing on a full-disclosure basis."

Harlequins' banned winger Tom Williams reveals what went on behind the scenes with chief executive Mark Evans in the aftermath of the 'Bloodgate' scandal. August 25, 2009


"It's not Hamlet, it's rugby."

Rugby Football Union chairman Martyn Thomas expresses his concern at the use of such theatrical devices as fake blood capsules were being used on the pitch. August 23, 2009


"They need the rub of the green and hopefully they can gives us a sniff."

All Blacks coach Graham Henry back the Wallabies to upset the Springboks and keep his own side's Tri-Nations hopes alive. August 22, 2009


"I saw Tom [Williams] coming off with blood all around his mouth and walking like Bruce Grobbelaar."

Former Harlequins director of rugby Dean Richards describes the scene at the time of the 'bloodgate' controversy. August 20, 2009


"Am I angry with him? I think it is unbelievably sad."

Harlequins' chief executive Mark Evans reflects on the actions of his former director of rugby Dean Richards in the wake of the 'Bloodgate' saga. August 19, 2009


"No more pina coladas and cuddles. There's a mortgage to be paid and a house to be kept clean."

Former Wallabies captain Andrew Slack demands improvement from the Wallabies ahead of their showdown with the All Blacks. August 17, 2009


"I'd love to play for the rugby team - that would be great."

World No.1 golfer Tiger Woods jokes when asked his thoughts on the decision to recommend golf and rugby for Olympic status. August 14, 2009


"I scored 17 points, but the most important thing was that we didn't win."

Toulon fly-half Jonny Wilkinson reflects on his Top 14 debut that saw his side draw 22-22 with Stade Francais. August 14, 2009


"I'm trying to become a little bit more French than English."

England fly-half Jonny Wilkinson tries to settle into his new life with Top 14 side Toulon. August 10, 2009


"As a coach you can never be satisfied."

Springboks coach Peter de Villiers refuses to get carried away following his side's ri-Nations win against Australia - their third successive victory in the 2009 competition. August 8, 2009


"It's difficult when you're living off crumbs."

Graham Henry assesses the plight of his All Black side after their second loss to South Africa in as many weeks. August 2, 2009

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