Michael Oliver

Michael Oliver

Senior Content Executive at Fresh Press Media Ltd. Editor-in-Chief of ReadWestHam.com

6 articles

Key battles to watch in England Wales Six Nations showdown
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Key battles to watch in England Wales Six Nations showdown

England are bidding to win the Six Nations for a third successive time but standing in their way this weekend are Wales in a much-anticipated showdown between the two strongest contenders in this years competition. Both sides picked up convincing wins over Italy and Scotland respectively but tomorrow’s clash at Twickenham will go a long […]

5 things we learned from the Wallabies’ Autumn Internationals campaign
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5 things we learned from the Wallabies’ Autumn Internationals campaign

Australia’s tour of the northern hemisphere started promisingly but descended into disarray as the team suffered record losses to England and Scotland in quick succession. The irate face of Michael Cheika ranting and raving on the sidelines came to define the Wallabies’ time in Britain as he railed against refereeing decisions. It was a disappointing […]

Rugby Union: Barbarians to launch women’s team
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Rugby Union: Barbarians to launch women’s team

The rise of female rugby is growing everyday. There had been concerns about the ability of the female folk to play the sport, but the increase in the safety standards has ensured that it was a matter of when, not if to actively promote the sport as regards women. Famous Rugby invitation team, The Barbarians […]

Northampton agree deal for Dan Biggar
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Northampton agree deal for Dan Biggar

Even though the current season is still in it’s early stages, Northampton haven’t wasted time in adding to their squad for the next campaign. As Sky Sports report, Northampton have agreed a deal with Ospreys which sees Wales and Lions fly-half Dan Biggar join the club next summer, the team have announced. Check out these […]

Lions open up as big favourites over Auckland Blues
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Lions open up as big favourites over Auckland Blues

The British and Irish Lions began their 2017 tour on the right foot following a 13-7 win over the NZ Provincial Barbarians last Saturday but the expectation is that the Auckland Blues will prove to be a sterner test. That being said, the bookies still heavily favour Warren Gatland’s men to see off the Blues, […]