Podcast appearances and mentions of courtney lawes

As French club rugby thrives, English rugby finds itself at a crossroads. Alex and Tins are joined by Jonny May, Courtney Lawes, and rugby powerbroker Simon Gilham OBE for a timely conversation on what England can learn from across the Channel. From the dominance of ProD2 and the booming Top 14 to the structural chaos at home, the team digs into the future of the English game. Plus: Investec Champions Cup semi-final previews and Courtney's Lions ambitions. Season 5 is sponsored by Continental Tyres.  WOB Group & GB&R Competition Entry Form

This week, rugby powerhouse Courtney Lawes joins old pal Dan Biggar and Daniel for a candid conversation about his illustrious career, leadership journey, and life beyond the pitch. From his time at Northampton Saints to his current adventure in French rugby, Lawes offers rare insights into the world of professional rugby and shares his thoughtful perspective on both sport and society.

Warren Gatland has left his role as Wales' head coach in the middle of the Six Nations! Alfie, Will and Alex react to the bombshell news and also speak with Times columnist and former England forward Courtney Lawes. He chats about England's victory over France, his former club teammate Fin Smith and building upon victory. Mark Palmer reviews Scotland's limp defeat to Ireland at Murrayfield, the boys go through some of the listeners emails and question is this year's Six Nations destined to now be an Irish procession? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan Cole and Ben Youngs review their first year in podcasting, which includes splitting the country in two, recording in New Zealand and Japan and our favourite Freddie Burns story. In this episode you'll hear from Martin Johnson, Courtney Lawes, Handre Pollard and Michael Cheika plus the best of Ben's tales from the memoirs of a former England player. Get tickets for our live shows: https://rb.gy/edowu9 If you want to nominate your local club to take part in our new game, here is the link: https://forms.gle/9PrSEohCYiLB4D9R6 Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby

Alfie Reynolds and Alex Lowe look ahead to England v South Africa this weekend. Courtney Lawes joins the pod to explain what it is like facing the Springboks, the challenge England are coming up against and the bad blood between the two sides after last year's World Cup semi-final. The boys also react to Steve Borthwick and Rassie Erasmus' team selections and ask whether playing the back-to-back world champions is the toughest thing to do in rugby and how England can get a much needed win? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grav and Patricia get together to discuss Pick n' Mix. Globogym Purple Cobras, Jack Black versus Jude Law, best hands in Welsh rugby, double winning refs and eating squirrels, camels and hot dogs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You have to feel for Bath. Ben Youngs and Dan Cole say they were the better side against Northampton, but it's Saints who win a classic Premiership Final at Twickenham. Courtney Lawes gets the dream send-off, Alex Mitchell and Ben Spencer went head to head, Sam Underhill should have been named man of the match, and how will Beno Obano be feeling after his red card? Plus, we announce our Premiership awards. Who makes the FTLOR team of the year?   Try AG1 with a free welcome kit using our link: https://drinkag1.com/loverugby  

Chris, Ashy and Matt Dawson bring you reaction to a thrilling Premiership final as Northampton beat 14-man Bath at Twickenham. Courtney Lawes is back on the pod after ending his Saints career on a high and ending the club's long wait for a title. But as Lawes departs, is this current squad full of homegrown talent destined for more success in the future? You will also hear from a disappointed Johann van Graan, we discuss Beno Obano's red card and analyse Finn Russell's performance.

We're continuing our build-up to the Premiership final by speaking to two of the biggest names in the game who will run out on Saturday. Sara has been to Bath's training centre at Farleigh House to catch up with Finn Russell, who talks about his desire to win a first trophy since 2015, his partnership with Ben Spencer and how he deals with nerves and pressure. You will also hear from the departing Courtney Lawes ahead of his final appearance for the Saints after 17 seasons. He tells Chris about the strong position he leaves the club in, his longevity as a player and how he still feels he is still improving at 35. Which club will end their long wait for Premiership glory at a sold-out Twickenham?

On this week's show Alex, Tins and Jonny May are joined by Tom Wood who captained Northampton to Premiership glory 10 years ago.  We preview highly anticipated final between Saints and Bath, which is completely sold out. As we bid farewell to Courtney Lawes from English rugby this weekend, our lads also take a moment to honour the incredible contributions of Owen Farrell, Manu Tuilagi, and the Vunipola brothers.  All that, plus... Mike takes the Continental Tyres Quiz: Who started in the Bath backline on the day they last won the title 26 years ago? Season 4 is sponsored by Continental Tyres.

Ashy and Chris are suited and booted for the RPA awards in central London where they manage to track down some of the biggest Premiership names who will be involved in this weekend's play-offs. First up on the pod it's Northampton duo Courtney Lawes and Fin Smith who look ahead to their showdown with Saracens which will be Lawes' final game at the Gardens after 17 seasons! They also grab a word with England and Saracens back row Ben Earl who says they're so focused for Friday night it's 'scary'. Ashy is forced to pick between George Ford and Finn Russell as we look ahead to Saturday's semi-final between Bath and Sale. Plus we grab a word with the legendary England and Lions centre Jeremy Guscott, who was part of the last Bath team to win the title back in 1996!

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On Thursday's Rugby Daily, we hear from Northampton's Courtney Lawes on the significance of Croke Park ahead of Saturday's Investec Champions Cup semi-final with Leinster. Ireland will warm up for their WXV1 campaign with a test against the Wallaroos in Belfast. And Connacht have made their second signing ahead of next season.

Courtney Lawes is back in studio with Ben Youngs and Dan Cole to answer your questions. What really happened between Mike Brown and Ben Te'o in 2019? Who is England's best tackler? And what would happen if England's rugby team took on Phil Foden and Harry Kane?  

Is Courtney Lawes England's best ever player? The Northampton captain talks to Dan Cole and Ben Youngs about the art of smashing people, how he became a world class ball carrier and what motivates him to keep getting better.  Plus there's a chat about how the tight five miss at least a third of each game they play in. 

We have a genuine enforcer back on the Pod this week as Big Courts joins Jim to look back at all the Champions Cup Quarter-finals, including his own game versus the Bulls, and Lesinter's demolition of reigning champions La Rochelle. The lads give their take on the latest episode of Chasing the Sun and how Courtney would react to Rassie's unusual coaching tactics, and how we rated the Springboks. PLUS we look ahead to 2 class semi finals, including Northampton's trip to the iconic Croke Park for a showdown with Leinster and Harlequins trip to Tolouse. Enjoy and make sure you're subscribed on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, The Sports Agents took a closer look at the state of Rugby Union, reflected on Nottingham Forest becoming the latest Premier League club to suffer a points deduction, as well as, the infamous story of one, Ali Dia... On Tuesday, Andy Burnham - Greater Manchester Mayor and furious Everton fan - certainly didn't hold back when discussing why the Premier League needs an independent regulator. Top comedians Dara O'Briain and Josh Widdicombe were then on hand to talk about their six-part podcast series exploring the phenomenon of Ali Dia's overnight rise to the Premier League – for 53 minutes.Then on Thursday, it was Rugby Union under the microscope as Courtney Lawes, Louis Rees-Zammit, Premiership CEO Simon Massie-Taylor and Wales legend Sam Warburton joined Gabby & Mark to debate the biggest threats to Rugby's future.New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon.

This week, The Sports Agents took a closer look at the state of Rugby Union, reflected on Nottingham Forest becoming the latest Premier League club to suffer a points deduction, as well as, the infamous story of one, Ali Dia... On Tuesday, Andy Burnham - Greater Manchester Mayor and furious Everton fan - certainly didn't hold back when discussing why the Premier League needs an independent regulator. Top comedians Dara O'Briain and Josh Widdicombe were then on hand to talk about their six-part podcast series exploring the phenomenon of Ali Dia's overnight rise to the Premier League – for 53 minutes.Then on Thursday, it was Rugby Union under the microscope as Courtney Lawes, Louis Rees-Zammit, Premiership CEO Simon Massie-Taylor and Wales legend Sam Warburton joined Gabby & Mark to debate the biggest threats to Rugby's future.New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon.

Just a few days on from a brilliant Six Nations, it feels like the sport is at a crossroads... With potential superstars like Louis Rees-Zammit switching to the NFL, casual fans are alienated by a complex game that fails to celebrate its own physicality amid wider questions relating to how 'safe' the sport actually is to play. The Sports Agents are joined by a stellar cast of special guests including Louis Rees-Zammit from his Miami training camp, Sam Warburton, Courtney Lawes and Premiership Chief Executive Simon Massie-Taylor, to find out how the sport can navigate the biggest challenges it faces today. Executive Producer: Adonis PratsidesProducer: David DombVideo Producers: Rory Symon & Sam TrudgillSocial Media Editor: Georgia FoxwellTom Hughes is Editor for The News Agents podcast networkVicky Etchells is the Commissioning Editor for Global You can listen to this episode on Alexa - just say "Alexa, ask Global Player to play The Sports Agents".

Wales international, British & Irish Lion and now Brive back rower Ross Moriarty joins us to discuss his international exile, the chances of a comeback, adjusting to life in France, Courtney Lawes coming to town next season and who's going to come out on top in Cardiff this weekend. He tells us where the game will be won and lost, gives a damning assessment of the 25-cap rule and fills us in on how he ended up in Brive. Plus, we analyse Fabien Galthie's likely team selection, Antoine Dupont's impact on the sevens scene and we pick our MEATER Moment of the Week...Use the code FRENCHPOD10 at checkout for 10% off any full price item at Meater.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As regular listeners and viewers will know, at the end of all our conversations we ask our guests for their three crisis comforts; their go-tos for inspiration and strength during the challenging times. Short but perfectly formed advice for getting you through the tough moments. Over the years we have heard some incredibly interesting and more importantly, useful tips for anyone who might be feeling the weight of their own problems. In this episode we are joined by one of rugby's finest international players; Northampton Saints legend, British and Irish Lion and former England Captain Courtney Lawes. As you would expect from someone as dedicated and resilient as Courtney, he has some very simple but effective remedies for getting back on track. And of course, if you enjoy this shorter episode, you can listen to our full conversation with Courtney on the link below.Full episode:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/82-courtney-lawes-on-facing-down-the-haters-fighting/id1517015748?i=1000645514562 Links https://twitter.com/Courtney_Lawes https://www.instagram.com/bigcourts89/https://www.instagram.com/p/C3Cq4f7M4w6/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Stream/buy ‘Allies' by Some Velvet Morning: https://ampl.ink/qp6bmSome Velvet Morning Website: www.somevelvetmorning.co.uk Your Daily Practice: Sleep by Myndstream: https://open.spotify.com/track/5OX9XgJufFz9g63o2Dv2i5?si=b2f9397c92084682 Host – Andy CoulsonCWC team: Jane Sankey, Louise Difford, Zach Ellis and Mabel PickeringWith special thanks to Ioana Barbu and the brilliant people at Global For all PR and guest approaches please contact – podcast@coulsonpartners.comFull transcript available here:https://www.crisiswhatcrisis.com/podcasts/courtney-lawes-on-facing-down-the-haters-fighting-for-family-values-and-refusing-to-take-the-knee/

Times columnists and former internationals Courtney Lawes and John Barclay join Will Kelleher to look ahead to Saturday's Calcutta Cup Clash, and to look back on their own memories of thumpings, scuffles in the tunnel and that Finn Russell pass... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Tuesday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack has the latest from Abbotstown as Ireland continue to prepare for the visit of Wales. There's the latest in Caelan Doris and Hugo Keenan, with one appearing more likely to face Warren Gatland's charges. Gatland has revealed his team to play Ireland, with just one alteration from their narrow Twickenham defeat. Plus, Courtney Lawes is off to France.

Key words: Premiership Rugby, Northampton Saints, Six Nations, British and Irish Lions, England, Sports, Family, BLM, Leadership, The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ)In this episode we are joined by one of rugby's finest international players: Northampton Saints legend, British and Irish Lion and former England Captain Courtney Lawes. When Courtney decided to retire from international rugby after last year's World Cup, there was some shock – not least because he was still in the form of his life. But the Dad of four was clear that the time had come to be at home with his young family, not on tour or training with his England teammates. That belief in the importance of family is central to Courtney. Having seen up close how life can go wrong without that stable background, he is a passionate supporter of the Centre for Social Justice and their work promoting the importance of family and the value of sport. Serious injuries, a result of Courtney's uncompromising style of play, have led to long periods on the sidelines. The uncompromising opinions that he holds off the pitch have brought vitriol on social media, most famously when he dared to offer a view around Marcus Rashford's campaigning. His resilience in those difficult moments, on and off the pitch, is just one of the revealing and useful discussions we have in this episode. My thanks to Courtney for joining me.Full transcript available here:https://www.crisiswhatcrisis.com/podcasts/courtney-lawes-on-facing-down-the-haters-fighting-for-family-values-and-refusing-to-take-the-knee/Links https://twitter.com/Courtney_Lawes https://www.instagram.com/bigcourts89/https://www.instagram.com/p/C3Cq4f7M4w6/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Stream/buy ‘Allies' by Some Velvet Morning: https://ampl.ink/qp6bmSome Velvet Morning Website: www.somevelvetmorning.co.uk Your Daily Practice: Sleep by Myndstream: https://open.spotify.com/track/5OX9XgJufFz9g63o2Dv2i5?si=b2f9397c92084682 Host – Andy CoulsonCWC team: Jane Sankey, Louise Difford, Zach Ellis and Mabel Pickering With special thanks to Ioana Barbu and the brilliant people at GlobalFor all PR and guest approaches please contact – podcast@coulsonpartners.com

The lads are joined by England centurion Courtney Lawes this week as we pick the bones out of a painful and controversial last-gasp defeat for Scotland in Murrayfield. We'll also take a look at an ugly but important win for England, some bright shoots for Wales, and a procession for Ireland in Dublin.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2024 Six Nations is just around the corner and the Telegraph Rugby podcast is back ahead of the tournament's opening fixture on Friday.Ben, Charlie and Charles get stuck into how the England squad will cope in the absence of Owen Farrell and Courtney Lawes, with Jamie George to skipper the side for the competition.We also hear from Italy forward Sebastian Negri ahead of Italy's clash with England, and he opens up to us about his starring role in the recent Netflix series.Former England coach Eddie Jones joins the show for the first time since becoming head coach of Japan. We hear about his new role, the upcoming Six Nations, and his strong views on Owen Farrell's decision to step away from international rugby.Plus, we cast our eyes over the best of the weekend's action, including a potential classic in Marseille between France and Ireland on Friday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Thursday's Rugby Daily, Richie McCormack brings you confirmation of the worst kept secret in World Rugby. We'll hear from the new British & Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell, as well as an exclusive chat with Lions chairperson Ieuan Evans. Nichola Fryday reacts to being named RWI Women's Player of the Year. An experienced France lock is a doubt for their opening Six Nations fixture with Ireland. Plus, another French side shows interest in signing Courtney Lawes.

Hot off the press, the boys round up the latest Champions Cup action including overanalysing Max's display against Bordeaux on and off the field…. Pontificating on whether a testimonial means Courtney Lawes can't play for England in the Six Nations despite his ridiculously good form.  They're full of praise for ice man Mannie Libbok but less so for Zander Fagerson!  There's also a big transfer section this week including Eddie Jones' Japanese jaunt and the Hybrid contract situation in England. So much to pack in but all the rugby chat you need after a fabulous weekend of European action

Having recently retired from England duty Courtney Lawes sits down with Payno, and two of his old teammates Hask and Tins, to reflect on a fantastic international career. Season 4 of GBR is in partnership with Continental Tyres.

Chris heads to England's base in the outskirts of Paris to see Ben Youngs, who will call time on his international career after his 127th appearance on Friday. England's most capped men's player looks back on his illustrious career which spans four World Cups, reveals his favourite moment in an England shirt and why it's the right time to step away. Steve Borthwick is full of praise for Youngs and another England centurion, Courtney Lawes, who has also called time on his career. Borthwick also condemns the online abuse Tom Curry has received this week and how the team have rallied around the flanker ahead of his 50th cap.

Family is at the heart of everything Courtney Lawes believes in. The back row forward opens up about how his comments on social media on family life caused a reaction, and how he now reflects. Lawes also talks about race in rugby, different ethnicities playing the sport and being a dad.In this pod you will also hear from Courtney's wife Jessica Lawes, former teacher Paul Bryant, ex-coach Chris Parr Northampton Old Scouts, as well as team mates Freddie Steward and Ollie Lawrence. FOLLOW:▪️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialEnglandRugby/▪️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/englandrugby/▪️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@englandrugby▪️ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@englandrugby▪️ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/englandru...▪️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/EnglandRugby/MORE:

After round one, we hear from Steve Borthwick and Courtney Lawes after England's huge win against Argentina and George Ford's kicking masterclass. We also hear from Gregor Townsend and Jamie Ritchie after their disappointing first outing against the Springboks and where to next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After England's 29-10 victory over England at the Aviva Stadium, OTB was able to get insights from Andy Farrell, Keith Earls, Jamison Gibson-Park, Courtney Lawes, James Ryan and Steve Borthwick. Rugby on OTB with thanks to Vodafone Ireland | #TeamOfUs

Ben, Charlie and Charles look ahead to the return of the Six Nations this weekend but, with Wales' game against England in jeopardy due to the threat of a player strike, we dissect the problems within the Welsh game and speak with Cardiff Blues captain Josh Turnbull.Josh tells us why the players are looking to strike and what the likelihood of Saturday's game going ahead is.As for England, they look in good shape heading into the weekend with Courtney Lawes and Tom Curry both picked by Steve Borthwick. There is also a recall for George Ford, who made a return to Premiership action at the weekend. We discuss where the Sale Sharks fly-half could fit in the new England era.We also speak to Springboks star Cheslin Kolbe to get his thoughts on the Six Nations so far and his hopes for the year ahead as he prepares to defend the World Cup.Plus, we look ahead to the weekend's other two games where Italy host Ireland before what could be the match of the weekend on Sunday with Gregor Townsend's Scotland side taking plenty of momentum to Paris.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on the show we welcome friends from the world of film, television, comedy and sport.The hilarious Johnny Vegas reveals all about his beautiful 'Field of Dreams' glamping site at Melbourne Hall in Derby.Awesome American actresses Kathryn Newton & Evangeline Lilly chat the latest instalment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe with 'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania'.Legendary comedic acting talent Eugene Levy discusses his new Apple TV+ show 'The Reluctant Traveller'.And British acting star Leial Farzad tells all about her thrilling new BBC One show 'Better'.Plus Matt Forde, Cian Ducrot, Courtney Lawes and Dan Biggar!You can catch the breakfast show live weekdays 6:30am-10am on Virgin Radio UK.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to hear the highlights every week.Johnny Vegas - 00:54Kathryn Newton & Evangeline Lilly - 07:30Eugene Levy - 15:13Leila Farzad - 21:27Matt Forde - 29:01Courtney Lawes & Dan Biggar - 34:58Cian Ducrot - 48:13 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our last episode of the season we review and discuss how each of the teams fared on their summer tours. Which team gained the most and who should be worried? We also give our team of the summer with some positions hotly debated over - Courtney Lawes or Peter O'Mahony at 6? Listen to find out. 

Sam Bruce and Christy Doran review a wild night at the SCG, what went wrong for the Wallabies and marvel at England skipper Courtney Lawes; before they look ahead to the Rugby Championship and then discuss the fallout from the All Blacks' series loss to Ireland.

Is this the strongest England team since the 2019 World Cup? Ugo and Chris chat to Eddie Jones after he gives Danny a first England start in four years and names Courtney Lawes as captain. Former Lions and Ireland winger Shane Horgan talks about the expectation levels ahead of Ireland's first Test in New Zealand. Wales have also gone for experience and brought back George North and Dan Lydiate return for their first Test against South Africa in Pretoria.

England captain, Lions and Saints lock Courtney Lawes is this week's guest.

Chris Jones and The42's Murray Kinsella preview the weekend's Six Nations games from a Paris bistro. Can Andy Farrell's Ireland tame this formidable French side in Paris without their captain Johnny Sexton? Chris and Murray look ahead to Wales' clash with Scotland in Cardiff and also hear from England head coach Eddie Jones ahead of their trip to Rome. He explains the decision to start Maro Itoje in the back row and why he hopes Ollie Chessum will be the next Courtney Lawes.

This week Big Jim and Goodey are joined by British and Irish Lions, England and Northampton Saints forward, Courtney Lawes to discuss Saints' unbeaten start to the season and reflect on the Lions tour. We also run through all the premiership action from round 3, as well as the conclusion of the Rugby Championship. Rassie's bush gets a mention and of course, we've got another instalment of "Guess the Go-At". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We reflect on the 1st Test from Cape Town with the Lions in South Africa after basking in the glory of two trophies of our own at the North Dorset 7's. Nature is healing!FYI - the voices you can hear in the intro JB organised (since you can't see the video) Joe Marler, Jim Hamilton, Ruaridh McConnochie, Courtney Lawes and AJ Macginty...all BIG Eggchasers fans, obvs. LTBP. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tim Cocker previews the final warm-up match for the Lions as they play the Stormers on Saturday.He hears from Warren Gatland, Marcus Smith and Stuart Hogg ahead of the game.Matthew Pearce is a broadcaster for Supersport and provides a South African perspective ahead of the test series.Courtney Lawes is today's Player Profile. His former coach Chris Parr joins the show.Plus, Tim and Alfie pick their starting Lions test side! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OTB's Neil Treacy talked with Eoin Sheahan on Friday's OTB AM about this weekend's second British & Irish Lions clash with Emirates Lions. We are live in association with @GilletteUK | #BestFaceForward

After receiving their Lions call-ups last week, Hamish Watson and Courtney Lawes join Lee, Seánie and Goodie on the pod. They talk about where they were when the team was announced, what they’re most looking forward to and how they’re relishing facing the Springboks. Hamish also gives us the latest on the mullet and whether it’s going on tour to South Africa. Join the House of Rugby Facebook GroupWant to hear more great podcasts from JOE?All To Play For, Joe Cole and Tom Davis bring huge guests and hilarious stories from football’s front linesTKO with Carl Frampton, bringing you unprecedented access and brutal honesty from inside the world of boxingSportspages - Dig into the stories behind some of the greatest sports books ever writtenBoys Don't Cry with Russell Kane, the show that gets men talking about the things men never talk aboutUnfiltered with James O'Brien, our critically-acclaimed and award-nominated interview seriesPioneers with John Amaechi - Meet the trailblazers behind Britain’s most exciting businesses

Alex, James and Mike are joined by the Northampton and England star Courtney Lawes to chat about his surprise - his words, not ours - call up to the Lions. Together they discuss 2017 in New Zealand, injuries and South Africa 2021, obviously. Less obviously they delve into the world of social justice. 

Newly named 2 time Lions Courtney Lawes and Dan Biggar join us to celebrate Warren Gatland's Squad for South Africa 2021. What do we make of the 37 names? What does it tells about how we think the Lions will play? Who can feel most aggrieved to have missed out?PLUS news of our first Post Covid, Lions related Live Show. LTBP. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Warren Gatland loves training camp. The Wales coach especially loves a good training camp.After two weeks on the road — and two opening wins — Gatland was happy to be back at their Vale Resort base west of Cardiff to prepare for the Six Nations rugby showdown with England. To Gatland, the longer they're together, the better they are. Before the match on Saturday between the championship's only two unbeaten teams, Gatland said Wales prepared great and looked sharp."We went through some pain in terms of how hard we trained," he said. "I told the players there's no way anyone else is training as hard as us. It paid off."In a big way.Wales overcame England 21-13 in a dramatic last quarter to become the only unbeaten team halfway through the Six Nations.As well, their first win over England in six years was their 12th straight overall, a new national record.In a match high on tension but low on quality, Wales made all the running but was losing until its first try 12 minutes from the end by lock Cory Hill. Then Wales finally showed on the scoreboard how dominant they were by adding a second and final try to wing Josh Adams.After an error-ridden first half by the Welsh, who kept letting England off the hook, they kept better control of the ball in the second and pounded the visitors into submission. It took more than an hour, but Eddie Jones' men finally broke."Not just from a physical point of view, from a mental point of view, too," Gatland said with pride.The stunning victory put the Grand Slam in sight, with a visit to Scotland in two weeks, then back home for the last round against defending champion Ireland. That ought to be a crackling atmosphere to rival Saturday, when England came to Cardiff favoured and in dazzling form.Gatland doubted England's ability to win the biggest games, having also ruined England's Grand Slam decider in 2013, and beaten the English in the 2015 Rugby World Cup."When it's really mattered, I've questioned whether they can win these big games," he said. "We've had a record of being pretty good in them."Even though Wales won its first two matches, it was flaky in both against France and Italy and continued in that vein through the first half against England despite its great preparation.Lineout throw-ins were stolen, balls were knocked on, and kicks from hand were wasteful and too often, when men were lined up and England was on the back foot. It all conspired to give relief to England, which grabbed its first try-scoring chance, from a Welsh turnover.Hooker Ken Owens had the ball swiped from his grip by Courtney Lawes, and in a flash England set up a ruck in the Wales 22, and flanker Tom Curry popped out and beat the sole defender to the try-line. The Welsh stood around wondering where the defence was.The defence showed its true colours in an extended injury time when England threw an 11-man scrum at Wales, which just held out to trail 10-3.Just as against France, overcome from 16-0 down at halftime, the Welsh clicked in the second half. Catches stuck, kicks were fewer but more effective, Wales played the phases with pick-and-goes, and sustained pressure was put on England, who coughed up penalties.In quick time, England prop Kyle Sinckler was penalized for obstructing Wales flyhalf Gareth Anscombe, and choking Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones in a tackle. Anscombe kicked Wales to within a point, while Sinckler, whom Gatland called an "emotional timebomb" in the run-up for brain fades, was yanked off."The world hasn't ended," Eddie Jones said. "I guarantee you the world's still out there and we'll learn from this."Without any ball, Owen Farrell wasn't having much influence but kicked a penalty to extend England's lead to 13-9.Wales, with fresh props Nicky Smith and Dillon Lewis, charged into the visitors for 34 phases, and the home fans in the sold-out Principality Stadium were roused for the first time since the opening kickoff. George North took it to the right corner flag, t...

The Saints Show is live from Long Buckby RFC, with Courtney Lawes this week's guest.

LISTEN TO LIAM NAPIER AND BRENDAN NEL TALK WITH MARTIN DEVLIN ABOVEEddie Jones walked into the Twickenham changing rooms after England scraped past the Springboks and told his men he "can't wait" to challenge the All Blacks next week.Given the close nature of this tense 12-11 victory, the rust England displayed and their many areas for concern, it was a rather strange pronouncement of confidence, not least because those in South Africa would argue Owen Farrell was fortunate not to be penalised in the final play."I was thinking I hope he doesn't penalise us," Jones said of Farrell's hit on Boks replacement Andre Esterhuizen, one which could have given Handre Pollard another chance to steal victory. "It was a good, solid tackle.""Now you can get cited for something you did at a party when you were 15 so anything could happen."With Jones, the fast talking Australian, nothing is ever predictable; nothing ever stays on script."We've got New Zealand next week. We can't wait, mate," he said. "They're all sitting at the Lensbury [hotel] drinking cups of tea, maybe having some scones, saying 'we'll take these guys'. They'll be confident. We can't wait to get 'em."Righto, Eddie.While England's defence, now led by John Mitchell, improved dramatically throughout this contest, and they eventually exposed the Boks on the edges, overall it was far from convincing.In fact, England's inexperienced forward pack was completely outplayed in the first half. The Boks squandered chance after chance, and in the end England relied solely on Farrell's boot, with South Africa scoring the only try.Jones is missing 16 players through injury and suspension but one must also consider this was not the same Boks team who defeated the All Blacks, having been stripped of five European-based players with this test played outside the designated window.Dynamic halfback Faf de Klerk, watching from the stands, is but one who would have made a major difference.Jones, though, was only in a mood to shell praise on his team.Asked if he had seen enough to believe England could beat the All Blacks, Jones responded emphatically: "100 per cent," he said. "We've had three training runs, they've been together for three months. Understand that."To put together a cohesive performance like that, particularly defensively, is absolutely first-class. I think the players deserve enormous credit. We played some of the big moments really well which allowed us to win the game."When you get in those arm wrestles someone is going to give. We didn't give. We hung in there long enough, and when young guys do that it's a really good sign of their future in test match rugby."The most important thing is what we do next."New Zealand is a different kettle of fish to the Springboks. They play the game differently. They want the game to be an athletic contest. We won't be wearing singlets and running shorts out there. It will be a proper game of rugby so we'll just wait and see."To beat New Zealand you've got to be unbelievably disciplined. You've got to understand their weaknesses so we'll start that process on Sunday night and we'll be ready to play on Saturday. How confident we are it doesn't really matter."This is a performance England can build from, sure. Jones may also welcome back injured lock Courtney Lawes, and midfielder Manu Tuilagi.But whether a week is long enough to fix potentially crippling issues at the scrum; defending the rolling maul and the ill-discipline problems surrounding the likes of Maro Itoje, yellow carded for cynically killing the ball, is debatable.In the first meeting between the two heavyweights since 2014, England may also need to create tries to overcome the All Blacks."It's not always scoring points that wins you games defence can do that too," Rotorua-born English co-captain Dylan Hartley said. "There were a couple of moments we were under the pump but we came out the other side which was really rewarding, especially when we went...

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