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Rugby Betting: Geoffrey Riddle on the pick of this weekend's international fixtures

11 June 2009 | About Geoffrey Riddle

France tackle a weakened All Blacks while England will be wondering which Argentina will show up.... Read more | Comment now

Rugby Union Betting: England v Barbarians

28 May 2009 | About Geoffrey Riddle

If the Lions need any tips on how to gel as a team, they could do worse than to buy in to the Barbarians' ethos, a squad that gets together every year, under different management, and who can boast a... Read more | Comment now

International Rugby Betting: Blaming the Ref is pointless for England with the All Blacks ready to compound Johnson's misery

28 November 2008 | About Ralph Ellis

After the drubbing received at the hands of South Africa last week, England need to bounce back against New Zealand this weekend, and Ralph Ellis believes they need to stop concentrating on the Referee and start focussing on improving their... Read more | Comment now

International Rugby Betting: Wales v Australia

27 November 2008 | About Geoffrey Riddle

Australia are likely to be out of sight by the time the Welsh finally get playing in the second half, says Geoffrey Riddle.... Read more | Comment now

International Rugby Betting: England v New Zealand

27 November 2008 | About Geoffrey Riddle

Let's hope pasty boys England have cut back on the pastries, says Geoffrey Riddle, they're going to face a second-half onslaught against the All-Blacks on Saturday.... Read more | Comment now

The Betfair Contrarian: Why England will beat New Zealand in the rugby

27 November 2008 | About The Betfair Contrarian

Last week the Contrarian took Wales to conquer New Zealand - pretty crazy - this week he's selected Martin Johnson's battered and bruised charges to overcome the world's best. That's just madness...... Read more | Comment now

International Rugby Betting: Canada give Scots chance to grab initiative

21 November 2008 | About Geoffrey Riddle

Geoffrey Riddle delves into the www.bettorlogic.com database to find some interesting pointers for this weekend's internationals.... Read more | Comment now

England v South Africa Betting: Boks will tackle England to a standstill

21 November 2008 | About Geoffrey Riddle

Martin Johnson may urge his side to keep hold of the ball but against the tough tackling, set-piece dominating South Africans possession must be converted into points, says Geoffrey Riddle.... Read more | Comment now

International Rugby Betting: Ireland v Argentina

20 November 2008 | About Cormac O'Keeffe

Ireland played well against New Zealand but ultimately came up short against an outstanding defence. However, they should have enough to prevail against the Pumas, says Cormac O'Keefe.... Read more | Comment now

"All streaks must end" - The Betfair Contrarian on why Wales defeat New Zealand

20 November 2008 | About The Betfair Contrarian

Six reasons why the Welsh overcome the All Blacks at the Millennium Stadium this Saturday.... Read more | Comment now

Rugby Union Betting: England beef up as Boks run out of steam

18 November 2008 | About Ralph Ellis

After his side's narrow victroy over Scotland, Peter de Villiers claims that South Africa are suffering from psychological fatigue. Meanwhile, Martin Johnson is adding some weight to his squad as he aims to get England back on track, writes Ralph... Read more | Comment now

Rugby Union Betting: Johnson rues indiscipline as England pay penalty

15 November 2008 | About Geoffrey Riddle

Geoffrey Riddle reports from Twickenham as England traded at [1.65] low before surrendering lead to crash to defeat against Aussies.... Read more | Comment now

International Rugby Betting: Ireland v New Zealand

14 November 2008 | About Hugh Cahill

Direct from a five star hotel in Bermuda, Hugh Cahill has found the time and good grace to pen a preview of tomorrow's Guinness International between Ireland and New Zealand at a packed Croke Park. Well, he's got to pay... Read more | Comment now

Rugby Union Betting: Tough tests for Ireland and Scotland while Welsh prepare to steamroller

13 November 2008 | About Geoffrey Riddle

Geoffrey Riddle plunders the www.bettorlogic.com database for his analysis of the weekend's big international fixtures.... Read more | Comment now

England v Australia Betting: The rage lives on inside Vickery

12 November 2008 | About Ralph Ellis

Ralph Ellis on the indefatigable spirit of England's lion-hearted prop - on the cusp of a 66th cap against Australia this Saturday.... Read more | Comment now

Johnson content with first game at the helm of England

9 November 2008 | About Geoffrey Riddle

Geoffrey Riddle listens to England's new manager talk following England's Twickenham victory on Saturday.... Read more | Comment now

Rugby Union Internationals Betting: Do slow starters Wales really deserve to be 3.2?

6 November 2008 | About Geoffrey Riddle

Geoffrey Riddle is surprised by Wales' price to beat South Africa, wonders what influence the referee will have on the outcome at Murrayfield and predicts a classic in Marseille.... Read more | Comment now

England v Pacific Islanders Betting Preview: Questions hang over Johnson's selection as Twickenham prepares for new dawn

6 November 2008 | About Geoffrey Riddle

Geoffrey Riddle runs the rule over England ahead of Martin Johnson's first game as manager.... Read more | Comment now

Rugby Betting: They may be the Six Nations champs but Gatland isn't having a Wales of a time at present

22 October 2008 | About Ralph Ellis

Ralph Ellis looks at to what extent the latest problems in Welsh rugby threaten to jeopardise the national team's chances in the upcoming Autumn Tests and defence of their Six Nations crown.... Read more | Comment now

Brooding Johno sets the tone for England in autumn tests

15 October 2008 | About Paul Moon

Paul Moon welcomes a new philosophy for the England rugby team - one which will reflect the character of their new coach.... Read more | Comments (2)

International Rugby Union Betting: Australia v France

26 June 2008 | About Geoffrey Riddle

England are back in the northern hemisphere but Geoff Riddle's gaze remains down under as he previews Australia's fixture against France. The French only have one player remaining from their starting line up in the World Cup semi-final.... Read more | Comment now

International Rugby Union Betting: Who's the top team in the Southern Hemisphere?

14 June 2008 | About Paul Moon

New Zealand have dispatched Ireland and England, and South Africa demolished Wales, but who are the strongest Tri-Nations outfit? All three have been in a state of flux since the World Cup, so Paul Moon's conundrum may be tougher than... Read more | Comment now

International Rugby Union Betting: New Zealand v England, First Test

12 June 2008 | About Geoffrey Riddle

It's the toughest test in World rugby. England's tourists visit Eden Park to face the All Blacks on their home patch. But can they make an impact? Geoff Riddle investigates.... Read more | Comment now

England put faith in youth

10 June 2008 | About maxliu

Ojo wins first cap for new-look England... Read more | Comment now

The Contrarian: Why England will win the summer rugby tour to New Zealand

9 June 2008 | About The Betfair Contrarian

New boss renews English zeal as All Black absences and laws tiz-waz point to repeat of 2003 heroics.... Read more | Comment now

 

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