Cardiff Blues
# cardiff-blues - Friday 3 May, 2013
Trimble and Pienaar combine to clinch home semi-final for Ulster
Cardiff Blues looked to spoil the party at Ravenhill but Mark Anscombe’s men were having none of it.
# cardiff-blues - Thursday 2 May, 2013
‘It’s going to take a long time to get completely over it’ – Rory Best on Lions
To make matters worse, the hooker’s prize cows have been struck down with TB.
O’Driscoll on the bench as Leinster look to seal home semi
Table-toppers Ulster welcome back Johann Muller, John Afoa and Iain Henderson for their final regular season game in the Pro12.
# cardiff-blues - Tuesday 30 April, 2013
‘Incredible, an accolade very few players achieve’: Sam Warburton
The Welshman led his country to the World Cup semis in 2011 but has been overshadowed recently by compatriot Justin Tipuric.
# cardiff-blues - Saturday 23 February, 2013
Connacht target highest ever league finish as fitting Elwood send-off
The westerners are in flying form after deposing of Welsh opponents for the second week running.
# cardiff-blues - Friday 22 February, 2013
RaboDirect Pro12 round-up: Connacht edge Cardiff Blues, as Ulster narrowly beaten
The Irish sides had contrasting fortunes in their games tonight.
# cardiff-blues - Wednesday 6 February, 2013
Pro12: Isaac determined to boss his way back into Ireland contention
“You enjoy watching it,” said Boss, “but it’s always a little jab in the ribs because you want to be there and you’re not.”
# cardiff-blues - Tuesday 5 February, 2013
Pro12: Leinster refreshed and focused in mind and body
Dominic Ryan is one of a number of young stars ready to reassert themselves in Leinster’s first team.
# cardiff-blues - Saturday 5 January, 2013
As it happened: Munster v Cardiff Blues, RaboDirect PRO12
Musgrave Park is the venue as Munster entertain the Cardiff Blues in Saturday night’s RaboDirect PRO12.
# cardiff-blues - Thursday 3 January, 2013
O’Gara set to break record, as Munster ring the changes for Cardiff clash
The out-half has been named in the province’s side for their game at the weekend.
# cardiff-blues - Saturday 15 December, 2012
Heineken Cup round-up: Saints down Ulster, Montpellier top pool
There were wins too today for Exeter, Leicester and Harlequins.
# cardiff-blues - Friday 30 November, 2012
Pro12: Ospreys soar to win over Blues
The result rarely looked in doubt for the reigning champions, but the missed the opportunity to take a wining bonus point.
# cardiff-blues - Thursday 8 November, 2012
Paris, je t’aime? Roberts set to leave Cardiff Blues
Welsh centre Jamie Roberts could be on the way to Racing Metro after he turned down a new contract in Cardiff.
# cardiff-blues - Friday 2 November, 2012
Pro12: Sherry still hoping to receive Ireland’s call
Before competing with Richardt Strauss for an Ireland jersey, the hooker knows he must see off Damien Varley for a starting spot with Munster.
Pro12 Cheat Sheet: Your guide to this weekend’s inter-provincial rugby action
Ulster and Munster kick the league weekend off while Connacht have Italian visitors and Leinster play the champions.
# cardiff-blues - Tuesday 30 October, 2012
Exiles: Humphreys heroics not enough for Irish after controversial late try
The former Ulster out-half thought he had clinched a much-needed win while Cardiff Robin Copeland had a rough homecoming
# cardiff-blues - Sunday 28 October, 2012
VIDEO: Joe Schmidt interview after Leinster’s 59-22 win
The Kiwi coach talked to reporters about the form of Ian Madigan and Richardt Strauss, as well as keeping up with the Pro12 leaders.
Job ‘done-zo’ for Leo Cullen as Leinster tan Cardiff hides again
Coach Joe Schmidt, meanwhile, was irked at the concession of three Cardiff tries.
Cullen and Schmidt endorse converted fullback Madigan for Ireland role
The 23-year-old out-half could make yet his international debut in an unfamiliar role.
# cardiff-blues - Saturday 27 October, 2012
Phew! Schmidt says O’Driscoll injury ‘not too serious’
The coach added that the Ireland captain wanted to play on, and said that taking him off was a precautionary measure.
As it happened: Leinster v Cardiff Blues, RaboDirect Pro12
Leinster thrashed the Welshmen 52-9 the last time the two sides met at the RDS. Could Joe Schmidt’s men repeat the dose?
Kearney brothers eager to finish the job their Leinster teammates have started
The last time the brothers were on the field together, Leinster won their third Heineken Cup.
# cardiff-blues - Friday 26 October, 2012
Pro12 Cheat Sheet: Your guide to this weekend’s inter-provincial rugby action
Ulster look to make it eight in a row against the Dragons, while Munster will target a hefty win over Zebre.
Dave Kearney starts on wing, as Leinster name side to face Cardiff
In addition, Devin Toner will start at second row alongside captain Leo Cullen.
Leinster’s Browne happy with second coming ahead of Cardiff test
Stepping into the role left vacant by All Black Brad Thorn was never going to be easy but the 32-year-old has staked his claim.
# cardiff-blues - Wednesday 24 October, 2012
Pro12: Kearney giddy with anticipation of return against Welsh stars
The Leinster back has sat out four months with a hip injury, but could start for Leinster this Saturday.
# cardiff-blues - Tuesday 23 October, 2012
Gibbes: Madigan learning full-back ropes quickly
“It started off as a little bit of a stop-gap but I think he’s shown in each a little bit more understanding and improvement,” Leinster coach Jono Gibbes says on Ian Madigan’s new role.
# cardiff-blues - Monday 22 October, 2012
Gibbes in the dark on Rob’s return
Leinster coach Jono Gibbes says it’s unlikely that Rob Kearney will be fit in time to face the Cardiff Blues in the RDS this Saturday.
# cardiff-blues - Sunday 14 October, 2012
Heineken Cup 2012: Saints march on as Sale trump Blues
Northampton staged an impressive comeback, after their opponents had claimed a 15-point lead.
Ouch! Wales captain Sam Warburton dislocates finger, tweets graphic pic
The Cardiff Blues star sustained the injury during their defeat to Sale Sharks this afternoon.
Heineken Cup Preview, Pool 6: ‘It’s the group of dearth’
Nothing to see here. But it’s hard to see past Toulon as pool winners.
# cardiff-blues - Wednesday 10 October, 2012
Diagnosis money: Welsh Rugby Union follow Irish lead to lock in Jamie Roberts
The Cardiff Blues centre, who is studying to be a doctor, may get a fancy mála scoile out of this.
# cardiff-blues - Friday 5 October, 2012
Engage: Mark Anscombe and Eric Elwood look ahead to Ulster v Connacht
The affable Kiwi and his passionate counterpart are expecting a fierce contest at Ravenhill this evening.
# cardiff-blues - Friday 28 September, 2012
PRO12 Report: Ulster obliterate Cardiff Blues with seven-try salvo
There were two tries apiece for Tommy Bowe and Nick Williams on an emotional night at Cardiff Arms Park.
# cardiff-blues - Thursday 27 September, 2012
T Bowe time: Tommy to make his Ulster return against Cardiff
Blues coach Phil Davies hopes to honour Nevin Spence’s memory with a great game as Ulster make their return to rugby following the young centre’s tragic death.
# cardiff-blues - Saturday 1 September, 2012
Pro12 wrap: Leinster, Connacht lose while Munster open with away win
Rob Penney’s side showed a little glimpse of the style that Munster fans can look forward to.
# cardiff-blues - Friday 31 August, 2012
Connacht name strong side for opener v Cardiff Blues
Gavin Duffy captains the side for the second season, with plenty of experience around him.
# cardiff-blues - Monday 9 July, 2012
Gavin Henson signs with London Welsh while Danny Cipriani trains with Sale
The Wales centre is surely at the last chance saloon but would be well advised to avoid the spotlight.
# cardiff-blues - Sunday 8 April, 2012
Opinion: Winning never felt so pretty for Leo and Leinster
Battle-softened Blues will hope for a testing encounter in their final Pro 12 matches as tough semi-final awaits
# cardiff-blues - Saturday 7 April, 2012
Rated: We mark Leinster out of 10
It was difficult to find fault with Leinster as they put on an exhibition in the Heineken Cup quarter-final.



























































