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Ross Harries

Ross is a TV presenter, broadcast journalist, award-nominated author, real ale enthusiast and frustrated rock star. His most recent book, Centre Stage, was shortlisted for the Times Rugby Book Of The Year Award, an accolade also bestowed on his other books; Bomb, and Behind The Dragon. Ross has been the face of Welsh rugby for more than a decade, having presented the BBC's Scrum V since 2011. He continues to present Six Nations and Autumn international coverage on Prime and the BBC. He is also the lead anchor of Premier Sports' URC coverage, and a regular pitchside presence on TNT Sport's Champions Cup output.

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Opinion

Welsh rugby enveloped in its latest existential crisis

As Wayne Pivac teeters on the edge of finding new gainful employment after a series of disappointing results, the wider-lens story…

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
28 Nov 2022, 6:41
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Rob Evans: 'I've tried to base my life on honesty and integrity and if you don't get it back, it hurts'

The popular 39-cap Wales loosehead left the Scarlets after a decade and the prop has found some kindred spirits in Gwent

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
30 Sep 2022, 6:23
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Opinion

How Wales restored their pride in the Springbok cauldron

Wayne Pivac's men were roundly written-off before heading to South Africa but a hugely competitive Series saw them returning with …

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
21 Jul 2022, 3:12
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Alex Cuthbert: 'We're going there to win'

The Wales and Lions wing has had a career renaissance on the Test stage and says there is no reason why Wales can't cause an upset…

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
14 Jun 2022, 11:27
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Is this Wales' second-row pairing for the 2027 World Cup?

The Devonian air has been good for two large limbed Wales hopefuls hoping to kick on and form a dominant partnership and club and …

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
07 Apr 2022, 7:57
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Wales' nadir needs to be a turning point

The national team were humiliated against Italy but that is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the problems that stymie …

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
24 Mar 2022, 8:27
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Interview

Cardiff's 'College of Knowledge' hits the bullseye

This year's Six Nations will feature a smattering of Cardiff-reared talent that didn't come through the conventional academy route…

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
01 Feb 2022, 5:12
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Interview

Andrew Brace: 'Abuse opened my eyes to the ugly side of social media'

Test referee Andrew Brace admits he was hit hard by social media trolls and says more should be done by World Rugby to protect off…

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
22 Dec 2021, 3:36
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All Blacks will come out of their shells

All Blacks assistant coach Brad Mooar knows the claws are out for his side but believes they’ll get back on a roll for the 2023 …

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
08 Dec 2021, 3:08
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Johnny Williams' Scarlet quest

Johnny Williams has overcome cancer, injury and contractual strife to force his way into Wayne Pivac’s Wales squad.

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
26 Sep 2021, 4:44
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Tom Rogers set for lift off with Wales

After producing Barry John and Car Carwyn James, Cefneithin RFC have unearthed a new star: Tom Rogers.

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
02 Jul 2021, 13:48
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Back in the running

After two years out with a potentially career-ending knee injury, Ellis Jenkins' comeback has been uplifting

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
11 Apr 2021, 4:28
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Calling the tunes

Stephen Myler's musical tastes have been questioned but the fly-half is on song at the Ospreys

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
12 Mar 2021, 12:24
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Fortifying the defences

Steve Tandy has been the inspiration behind Scotland's improved defensive performances

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
27 Feb 2021, 3:40
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The waiting game

The fate of the 2021 Lions tour is giving every individual associated with it a mighty headache

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
02 Feb 2021, 7:06
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Proving his worth

James Botham is stepping out of the shadows of his grandfather's sporting legend

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
23 Jan 2021, 2:40
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Split loyalties

Half-Irish, half-Welsh, Mike Ruddock is back 'home' after getting an SOS call from the Ospreys.

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
10 Jan 2021, 3:54
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Redemption man

Once a hot-headed youngster with a short fuse Scott Baldwin has matured into a better player and person.

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
19 Dec 2020, 3:19
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The scrum professor

Adam Jones is thriving at Harlequins but he has a watchful eye trained on his beloved Wales

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
05 Dec 2020, 2:42
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Chart-topper

Luke Charteris is proving to be a big hit as a young coach at Bath

Ross Harries
Ross Harries
17 Nov 2020, 12:19
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