Sam Burgess
Alex Corbisiero: Sam Burgess has "big chance" of earning World Cup spot
Alex Corbisiero tells Sports Mole that he expects Sam Burgess to continue improving in an England shirt after winning his maiden cap against France.
Aug 18, 12:30
Interview: England and Northampton Saints prop Alex Corbisiero
Sports Mole catches up with England Rugby World Cup hopeful Alex Corbisiero to get the latest from inside the Red Rose camp.
Aug 18, 12:00
Stuart Lancaster: 'Luther Burrell under pressure for place'
Luther Burrell is under pressure from Sam Burgess and Henry Slade for a place in England's World Cup squad, confirms head coach Stuart Lancaster.
Aug 18, 03:53
England's Brad Barritt doubtful for France clash
Stuart Lancaster admits that it would be "nice to have a few more warm-up games" as he gears up to name his final England Rugby World Cup squad later this month.
Aug 17, 15:53
Brian Moore: 'England should pick Henry Slade, not Sam Burgess'
England should pick Henry Slade over Sam Burgess for the Rugby World Cup, according to Brian Moore.
Aug 17, 02:54
Sam Burgess "more comfortable" in rugby union
Sam Burgess claims that he is more at home in rugby union after being with England's training squad for the Rugby World Cup.
Aug 16, 22:51
Mike Ford: 'Sam Burgess should be in World Cup squad'
Bath coach Mike Ford insists that centre Sam Burgess has done enough to earn a spot in England's squad for the Rugby World Cup.
Aug 16, 12:28
Matt Dawson: 'Sam Burgess should not go to World Cup'
Sam Burgess should not go to the Rugby World Cup, claims former England player Matt Dawson.
Aug 15, 22:51
Anthony Watson brace leads England to victory over France
Anthony Watson scores two tries to help England earn a 19-14 win over France at Twickenham.
Aug 15, 21:53
Three sporting figures in the spotlight this weekend
Sports Mole singles out three sporting figures who will be in the spotlight this weekend.
Aug 15, 11:04
England backs coach Andy Farrell tips Sam Burgess to impress against France
England backs coach Andy Farrell tips Sam Burgess to enjoy a positive international debut against France.
Aug 14, 17:54
Graham Rowntree: 'England pumped up for France clash'
England forwards coach Graham Rowntree insists that the team is pumped up for their Rugby World Cup warm-up clash at home to France.
Aug 12, 12:18
Stuart Lancaster: 'Sam Burgess is ready for England chance'
Sam Burgess has an "opportunity" to stake his claim for a place in England's World Cup squad, says head coach Stuart Lancaster.
Aug 11, 03:23
Sam Burgess handed England starting berth
Sam Burgess is named in England's starting lineup to face France at Twickenham on Saturday.
Aug 10, 17:04
England winger Chris Ashton facing Rugby World Cup axe?
A report claims that Bath Rugby winger Semesa Rokoduguni will keep Chris Ashton out of England's Rugby World Cup squad, as Stuart Lancaster announces his latest cull.
Aug 7, 11:51
Report: Sam Burgess to be kept in England squad as Stuart Lancaster cuts nine
England coach Stuart Lancaster will keep Sam Burgess in his World Cup training squad as he prepares to drop nine players, according to reports.
Jul 29, 04:36
Bath Rugby boss Mike Ford: 'Sam Burgess will remain flanker at club level'
Bath Rugby head coach Mike Ford says that Sam Burgess will continue to play at flanker at club level, despite being told he will only be considered at centre for England.
Jul 24, 19:16
Mike Ford tips Sam Burgess to earn England World Cup place
Bath Rugby boss Mike Ford believes that Sam Burgess needs just one pre-World Cup outing to prove his worth to England head coach Stuart Lancaster.
Jul 13, 15:42
Preview: Bath Rugby vs. Saracens
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Aviva Premiership final between Bath and Saracens at Twickenham.
May 28, 21:25
Sam Burgess named in England Rugby World Cup training squad
Bath centre Sam Burgess is included in England's 50-man Rugby World Cup training squad.
May 20, 12:03
Bath coach tips Sam Burgess to excel for England
Sam Burgess has the leadership qualities needed to play for England, says Mike Ford.
May 19, 05:32
Sam Burgess 'won't struggle' in international rugby
Francois Louw tips his Bath teammate Sam Burgess to become an England international flanker.
May 18, 05:32
Report: England to announce Sam Burgess in World Cup squad
Rugby league convert Sam Burgess will reportedly be called up to the England squad for the 2015 World Cup.
May 16, 22:59
Bath ease to win over Gloucester Rugby
Bath score seven tries to finish the Aviva Premiership season with a 50-30 win over Gloucester.
May 16, 17:17
Mike Ford: 'Sam Burgess deserves spot in training camp'
Bath head coach Mike Ford believes that Sam Burgess should be included in England's 45-man training camp squad.
May 13, 05:40
Sam Burgess: 'There's still plenty more to come'
Sam Burgess aims to "knuckle down and get some hard work done" during the next fortnight to improve his all-round game.
Apr 25, 12:53
Bath sink London Irish with scintillating second half
Bath thump London Irish 43-18 at The Rec in a scintillating second-half performance.
Apr 24, 21:41
Daryl Powell: 'Kevin Sinfield will be a target'
Castleford Tigers head coach Daryl Powell believes that Leeds Rhinos captain Kevin Sinfield will be a "target" for opposition players when he switches codes.
Apr 1, 18:26
London Welsh remain winless following Bath defeat
A brace of tries from Leroy Houston helps Bath to ease to victory over winless London Welsh in the Aviva Premiership.
Mar 29, 16:27
Sam Burgess dismisses reports of rugby league return
Bath centre Sam Burgess insists that he is not considering a return to rugby league.
Mar 3, 22:59
Stuart Lancaster hints that World Cup has come too soon for Sam Burgess
The 2015 Rugby World Cup may come too soon for rugby league convert Sam Burgess, says England head coach Stuart Lancaster.
Feb 24, 02:30
Mike Ford: 'Sam Burgess frustrated with progress'
Bath head coach Mike Ford admits that Sam Burgess has been frustrated with his progress since switching codes three months ago.
Feb 22, 22:41
Luther Burrell hails strength of England options
Luther Burrell believes that his partnership with Jonathan Joseph is proof of the strength of England's options.
Feb 19, 03:53
Sonny Bill Williams: 'Sam Burgess will be union great'
Sam Burgess will become a rugby union great, says All Black and heavyweight boxer Sonny Bill Williams.
Feb 1, 14:30
Jon Callard: 'Henry Slade ready for England'
Henry Slade is ready to break into the England Test side, says England Saxons coach Jon Callard.
Jan 31, 15:57
Team News: Sam Burgess to start for England Saxons
Sam Burgess is to start at inside centre for England Saxons in tomorrow evening's match against Ireland Wolfhounds in Cork.
Jan 29, 12:59
Danny Cipriani, Nick Easter named in England training squad for Six Nations
Danny Cipriani and Nick Easter return to the England training squad for the Six Nations.
Jan 21, 11:06
Mike Ford: 'More to come from Sam Burgess
Bath head coach Mike Ford insists that Sam Burgess is still "a long way from where he needs to be" following his switch from rugby league to rugby union.
Jan 11, 06:59
Bath ease to win over Wasps
Sam Burgess scores his first try for Bath as they ease to a 39-26 win over Wasps in the Aviva Premiership.
Jan 10, 17:02
Sam Burgess has "mixed feelings" after first Bath start
Bath centre Sam Burgess admits that he has "mixed feelings" after making his first start since switching codes in the 32-12 win over Montpellier.
Dec 13, 17:52
