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NSC North Field Closed For Rugby Classic
The North Field and Pavilion at the National Sports Centre will be closed from today [Oct 6] until Monday 17 October 2022, as it hosts the World Rugby Classic. A spokesperson said, “Therefore, walkers, joggers and all other recreational users will not have access to the 600m track, outdoor gym and surrounding grassy areas during that time. “This... Read more of this article
Suspect Arrested Over Murder Of Rugby Star
A man has been arrested in Hungary in connection with the murder in Paris last weekend of former Argentina rugby player Federico Aramburu – who played in multiple Bermuda World Rugby Classics. A source at the Paris prosecutor’s office told Reuters today that Frenchman Loik Le Priol was arrested last night. Hungarian police did not immediately respond... Read more of this article
Argentina Rugby Player Murdered In France
Former Argentina rugby player Federico Martin Aramburu — who played in multiple Bermuda World Rugby Classics — was fatally shot in France this weekend. The BBC reported, “Former Argentina international Federico Martin Aramburu was reportedly shot dead in France early on Saturday. “The 42-year-old, who was capped 22 times, played... Read more of this article
France Win 2021 World Rugby Classic
France were crowned the 2021 World Rugby Classic Champions after defeating Bermuda 25 – 17 at the National Sports Center. Bermuda got tries from Mike Dill and Tyler Kendell, while Dan Cole kicked two conversions and a penalty. The final match of the tournament saw Canada attempting to win their first game, while the Classic Lions were looking... Read more of this article
World Rugby Classic: Lions Defeat Bermuda
The World Rugby Classic continued with the Classic Lions defeating Bermuda 24 – 10. Bermuda took a 3 – 0 lead on a David Lunn penalty, but the Classic Lions would go over for a try, and with the conversion they held a lead 7 – 3. Bermuda then brought the crowd to life when they took the lead again, with Rory O’Kelly Lynch scoring and with... Read more of this article
World Rugby Classic: France Defeat Canada
Canada took on France on the second night of the World Rugby Classic 2021 at the National Sports Centre, with France claiming the victory. France took the lead when Mathieu Amoros went over for a try, and when Rider Jahouer kicked the conversion they held a 7 – 0 lead, and Canada got on the board minutes later when Jordan Tait kicked a penalty making... Read more of this article
World Rugby Classic: Bermuda & France Win
The World Rugby Classic got underway at the National Sports Center with a double-header that produced 47 points on a night that saw Bermuda put on a commanding display to defeat Canada, much to the delight of the home crowd. Bermuda 20 – Classic Canada 5 With a strong wind at their back, Bermuda did not take long to open the scoring, when Mike... Read more of this article
Bermuda Training Squad Announced For Classic
With the announcement that a Bermuda team will take part in the annual World Rugby Classic, Bermuda coach Jamie Barnwell has announced a 30 men roster Training Squad. Bermuda Classic Training Squad Jamie Baum Alex Brown Tashon DeSilva Mike Kelly Darren Klien Kabir Dill Trae Stevens Mike Dill Chris Mewett Jahniko Francis Birtie Horsfield Bennett Gibson Conor... Read more of this article
World Rugby Classic: Italy Out, Bermuda In
Organisers of the World Rugby Classic confirmed that Italy withdrew from the Classic, and they have welcomed Bermuda back into the tournament, with Bermuda set to play Canada on Monday [Nov 8]. The World Rugby Classic posted the graphic below, saying: “Unfortunately, Italy has had to withdraw from the Classic, but we are excited to welcome Bermuda... Read more of this article
NSC North Field Closed For World Rugby Classic
The North Field and Pavilion at the National Sports Centre will be closed from Monday 1 November to Wednesday 17 November 2021, as it hosts the World Rugby Classic. A spokesperson said, “Therefore, walkers, joggers and all other recreational users will not have access to the 600m track, outdoor gym and surrounding grassy areas during that time. “The... Read more of this article
2021 World Rugby Classic Tournament Schedule
Organisers of the World Rugby Classic released the schedule for the 2021 tournament, and they are reminding the public that “proof of vaccination and a valid SafeKey will be required for entry.” The World Rugby Classic posted the graphic below on social media, saying: “Here is the line up for the 2021 tournament which kicks off in... Read more of this article
Four Teams Confirmed For World Rugby Classic
Organisers of the World Rugby Classic, which will be held next month, confirmed the four teams — Rugby Canada, Rugby Italian XV, France Classic Rugby and the Classic Lions — that will take part. The World Rugby Classic posted on social media, saying: “We are now only three weeks out until the 33rd World Rugby Classic! Lots of planning... Read more of this article
