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# Beast

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'Beast' Mtawarira escapes with a yellow after dangerous tip tackle against Japan
The loosehead should consider himself lucky to return to the field after upending his opposite number.
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Oct 20th 2019, 12:32 PM
'Beast' back into beefy Springbok side to face Ireland
Pieter Steph du Toit has been retained in the back row behind Eben Etzebeth and Lood de Jager.
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Nov 9th 2017, 3:51 PM
Huge boost for Munster as CJ Stander signs on for two more years
The powerful back row is now qualified to play for Ireland.
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Dec 1st 2015, 5:09 PM
Canada's Jamie Cudmore is in unbelievable shape ahead of the RWC
Paul O’Connell’s old mate is looking in good nick.
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Aug 20th 2015, 11:36 AM
Toulon have confirmed the signing of world-class number eight Vermeulen
The Stormers captain will join Mourad Boudjellal’s club on a three-year contract.
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Jun 18th 2015, 10:44 AM
Video: Anthony Joshua took two rounds to stop his 'toughest test' Kevin Johnson last night
Joshua (13-0, 13 KOs) once again proved his worth as the most exciting up-and-comer in the heavyweight ranks.
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May 31st 2015, 1:59 PM
Devastating Fijian wing Nemani Nadolo has been rampaging again
The Crusaders wing may well be one of the stars of this year’s World Cup.
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May 30th 2015, 2:19 PM
Stander continues to deliver devastating performances for Munster
The South African-born powerhouse was once again man of the match yesterday.
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May 24th 2015, 1:55 PM
The son of a former Ireland international made his underage debut for France this week
Trevor Brennan’s son Dan looks like a great prospect.
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Apr 3rd 2015, 3:22 PM
This English 15-year-old plays rugby like he's a Jonah Lomu/Bryan Habana hybrid
You are probably going to hear a lot about Tyrese Johnson-Fisher.
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Mar 11th 2015, 4:54 PM
George North scored four tries in Northampton's powerful win over Ospreys
The 22-year-old was close to unstoppable against the Welsh region this evening.
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Oct 25th 2014, 7:11 PM
Stander points to calm heads after Munster's dramatic win in Sale
The South African back row was man of the match at the AJ Bell Stadium.
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Oct 19th 2014, 7:45 AM
Analysis: Ben Te'o shows Leinster his explosive power in NRL finals
The 27-year-old was a central figure in the Rabbitoh’s win over the Roosters on Friday night.
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Sep 30th 2014, 12:10 PM
Check out Cian Healy pulling a Jeep in this class new ad
The Leinster star is looking stronger than ever ahead of the new season.
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Aug 7th 2014, 4:29 PM
This UFC trailer will get you pumped for Conor McGregor's Dublin return
The Irish fighter takes on Diego Brandao on 19 July.
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Jun 10th 2014, 10:14 PM
Nemani Nadolo gets out his kicking boots to help Fiji to win over Italy
The Crusaders wing scored a try, two conversions and two penalties in the Flying Fijians’ success
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Jun 7th 2014, 11:32 AM
Ooomph! George North flung Steve Borthwick aside like a rag doll in Twickenham today
Just as well the second row is calling it a day.
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May 31st 2014, 3:49 PM
Look at the shape Rob Heffernan is in ahead of the world championships
We’re more used to kettle-cooked crisps rather than kettle bells.
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Jul 31st 2013, 5:59 PM
Irish 'Lonely Beast' app featured on US Apple TV ad
The fun Alphabeast app, in which the Lonely Beast teaches children their ABCs, was created by a Dublin trio.
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Feb 20th 2013, 6:45 AM
Boks' 'Beast' Mtawarira quits South Africa tour after heart scare in Dublin
South Africa doctors say the prop has an irregular heart rhythm as a result of an hereditary condition.
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Nov 12th 2012, 11:36 AM