Analysis
Battered Ireland close in on a Grand Slam
Andy Farrell's men have shown throughout the tournament that they can adapt and thrive and that bodes well for a World Cup tilt
Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
13 Mar 2023, 7:45
Contributors
Jamie Lyall
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After abandoning a career in veterinary medicine, Jamie turned to sports journalism six years ago, aiming to harness his passions for sport, writing, and complementary pre-match buffets. While his career has not grown as prolifically as his body fat percentage, he was fortunate enough to learn his trade with Planet Rugby and BBC Scotland before entering the freelance world. He has since been offered several brilliant opportunities to launch his commentary career, and when not writing for RugbyPass, can often be found bellowing names into a microphone for the BBC, BT Sport and others.
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Steve Diamond appointed Edinburgh boss effective immediately
Steve Diamond has been appointed Edinburgh head coach until at least the end of the season. Diamond was on a three-man shortlist..…
Jamie Lyall
09 Mar 2023, 8:46
Interview
Shotguns, mushrooms and Eddie Jones: Alex Codling's French odyssey
Alex Codling's two crazy years with runaway ProD2 leaders Oyonnax have featured weapons, mushrooms and the home of nougat.
Jamie Lyall
08 Mar 2023, 6:09
Analysis
Bristol Bears bare their teeth as renaissance gathers momentum
Pat Lam's side have been in the doldrums but a sense of rejuvenation is in the air at Ashton Gate
Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
06 Mar 2023, 6:48
Exclusive
Steve Diamond on shortlist to replace Mike Blair at Edinburgh
Former Sale Sharks and Worcester Warriors director of rugby Steve Diamond is in contention to replace Mike Blair as Edinburgh head…
Jamie Lyall
06 Mar 2023, 6:35
Opinion
Mike Blair is a loss to Scottish rugby - it didn't have to be this way
Scottish coaches are subject to myriad demands and off-field tasks which detract from their skillsets
Jamie Lyall
28 Feb 2023, 6:41
Analysis
Progress of Ollie Lawrence sees England's overreliance on Manu Tuilagi dwindle
The Six Nations gives players a platform to rewrite their stories and the Bath centre is proving he can thrive in adversity
Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
27 Feb 2023, 8:35
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'Nobody in world rugby can do what he does' - inside the rise of Duhan van der Merwe
Duhan van der Merwe's jet-propelled journey from unknown winger to global superstar, by those who know him best.
Jamie Lyall
23 Feb 2023, 2:19
Analysis
Mike Brown proves the doubters wrong
Left on the professional scrapheap at 37, Mike Brown never gave up hope and he had his day in the sun with Leicester Tigers
Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
20 Feb 2023, 7:22
Analysis
The Irish eyes are smiling
Ireland showed they can walk the walk without a gamut of frontline stars in a battle for the ages against an obdurate, gifted Fren…
Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
13 Feb 2023, 8:05
Opinion
Scottish rugby enters uncharted territory
Early in the second half, a wave of anxiety swept around Murrayfield. You could feel the nerves in the simmering atmosphere.
Jamie Lyall
12 Feb 2023, 3:02
Analysis
The Richie Graynaissance: A 'genetic freak' who is playing his best-ever rugby at 33
After years in the international wilderness, Richie Gray has come roaring to the fore aged 33. This is how.
Jamie Lyall
10 Feb 2023, 6:59
Exclusive
Sebastian Negri: 'They broke my aunt's arms, cut my uncle's ear and my mum was held hostage'
After fleeing Zimbabwe and Robert Mugabe's gangs, Sebastian Negri found sanctuary, joy and pride in Italy.
Jamie Lyall
09 Feb 2023, 3:47
Analysis
Van der Merwe's heroics silence the Twickenham masses
A try for the ages lights up a thrilling opening weekend of Six Nations rugby as Scotland, Ireland and France register away wins
Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
06 Feb 2023, 7:48
This, surely, is Scotland's time to come of age
Down on the touchline, the Scotland players walked over to where their relatives were housed.
Jamie Lyall
05 Feb 2023, 3:19
Interview
Nick Grigg: Sumo wrestling, pub knock-outs, fireworks and the Calcutta Cup
Scotland's Nick Grigg has gone from Glasgow to Japan and experienced rugby's weird and wonderful, but he will never forget the 201…
Jamie Lyall
03 Feb 2023, 11:04
Exclusive
Jake Polledri: 'The hardest thing is having no answers'
The Gloucester favourite is back in international waters after two years of pride-shattering injury and personal loss.
Jamie Lyall
02 Feb 2023, 15:44
Opinion
Scotland will beat England or die trying
England have laid paws on the Calcutta Cup once in five years. Their towering home record has gone up in smoke.
Jamie Lyall
02 Feb 2023, 11:45
Analysis
Is Welsh belief growing with the return of Warren Gatland?
The influence of the legendary Welsh coach has been seen after an upturn in fortunes for the beleaguered Welsh regions
Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
23 Jan 2023, 8:41
Six Nations: Team of round one
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Jamie Lyall
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