Posts in See it to Believe it
Friday, March 15, 2013
Friday Funnies - Jamie Helleur scores freak Newcastle try after multiple rebounds
Here is a very quick look at a bizarre try that was scored by Jamie Helleur of Newcastle Falcons last Friday night. Scored against Bedford Blues in the RFU Championship, the try reiterated yet again why one should always chase a penalty kick. MORE »
Thursday, March 14, 2013
The Top 5 Intercepts of all time
In the last few weeks we've been treated to a few classic Top 5's from the crew at Rugby HQ in Australia, and here's another. This time it's their choice of the best interceptions, all having taken place in the southern hemisphere. MORE »
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
French referee horrifically breaks leg, collarbone, and sprains ankle
There was some hesitation in posting this because it's really not nice to see, but a lot of you seemed interested in finding out exactly how referee Mathieu Raynal got so badly injured at the weekend. It's not for the faint hearted, so do not watch if you're squeamish. MORE »
Thursday, March 07, 2013
A look at the Top 5 clearance kicks gone wrong
The Reds beat the Hurricanes 18-12 last weekend but a fluffed Liam Gill clearance kick could have changed the outcome of the game with time almost up. With that still fresh on the mind, here is a look at RugbyHQ's Top 5 clearance kick bloopers. MORE »
Wednesday, March 06, 2013
Midweek Madness - Rob Cook's bizarre goal kicking technique
Gloucester fullback Rob Cook has been causing quite a stir in the Aviva Premiership with his unorthodox goal kicking style, that despite an impressive success rate, is usually greeted with abuse and laughter. Here's a look at him in action. MORE »
Monday, March 04, 2013
The Top 5 Swan Dives of all time
As mentioned on Friday, the Rugby Club in Australia has changed formats slightly, has some new features, and is now called RugbyHQ. Here is a look at what is likely to be a popular regular segment, the Top 5's, starting off with some classic swan dives. MORE »
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Tim Nanai-Williams finishes amazing passage of play and scores great solo effort
Chiefs flyer Tim Nanai-Williams scored two spectacular tries at the weekend as the defending Super Rugby champions beat the Highlanders 41-27 in an incredible game of rugby that featured all out attack for the full 80 minutes. MORE »
Monday, February 25, 2013
Prop Luke Cowan-Dickie flick pass sets up try for England U20 vs France U20
England Under 20's beat France Under20's 40-10 in their junior Six Nations game at Sixways. England led just 6-3 at halftime, but had a strong second half, with captain Jack Clifford scoring a hat-trick. MORE »
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Sergio Parisse red carded and banned for insulting referee
Italy captain and Stade Francais number eight Sergio Parisse was yesterday banned for 40 days following the red card he received his team's Top 14 match against Bordeaux-Begles last Saturday. It wasn't the only controversy of the match however. MORE »
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Mike Tindall clears out Tom May after Jimmy Cowan injury
Gloucester moved ahead of Northampton Saints on the Aviva Premiership table with a 27-11 win at Franklin's Gardens on Saturday afternoon. The win came at a cost though as the visitors lost Kiwi Jimmy Cowan to injury in the second half. MORE »
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Billy Ngawini big step makes opponent tackle team mate
King of the sidestep Billy Ngawini playing for Cavalieri in the Italian Super 10 semi final against Mogliano in April 2012. MORE »
Sunday, January 27, 2013
Saracens all set for Allianz Park debut on new artificial pitch
Saracens will make their Allianz Park debut today as their ground breaking new artificial pitch will be put to the test in the LV Cup encounter with Cardiff Blues. The synthetic surface is the first of it's kind for a professional rugby team. MORE »
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Midweek Madness - Toby Flood charges straight into the post
This is a very quick clip that features Leicester Tigers flyhalf Toby Flood doing himself a bit a damage by charging straight into the post against the Ospreys. MORE »
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Ian Keatley clearance kick hits Wayne Barnes square in the face
Referee Wayne Barnes was in the thick of the action at Thomond Park at the weekend. The English referee sent off a Racing Metro player early in the game, then just five minutes later took the full force of an Ian Keatley clearance kick, in the face. MORE »
Friday, January 18, 2013
Friday Funnies - Physio halts Zebre attack with tackle on own player
With immediate injury treatment a priority in the days of professional rugby, it's now commonplace to see physios sprint onto the field whenever a player looks like he may be in trouble. MORE »
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Midweek Madness - Opeti Fonua puts referee Cedric Marchat on his backside
In the French Top 14 a few weeks back referee Cedric Marchat found himself on the receiving end of a charge from Agen's Tongan giant Opeti Fonua, who reportedly weighs in at a mammoth 135kg, and is 6ft6. Marchat survived. diminutive MORE »
Monday, January 07, 2013
Rugby fan invades pitch to have a chat with the referee
This fan at the Racing Metro vs Agen Top 14 match decided that he'd take it upon himself to have a chat with the referee about some of his decisions. MORE »
Friday, December 14, 2012
Friday Funnies - Possibly the best scrum celebration ever
While the flashy backs make headlines with hat-tricks, outrageous celebrations, and big dives over the tryline, it's the guys up front that often do the grunt work that allows those opportunities. Here's a quick look at a great moment from a few weeks back. MORE »
Thursday, December 13, 2012
LEGO Highlights of the 2012 Autumn Internationals
Canterbury teamed up with animator and Rugbydump regular Graham Love to put together this unique look at some of the highlights of the end of year tour matches that took place recently. MORE »
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Is Carlin Isles the world's fastest rugby player?
Below is a look at the man that many are calling the fastest rugby player on the planet. From track to rugby, the USA's Carlin Isles is making waves on the Sevens circuit. MORE »
