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Croft upbeat ahead of Welsh Six Nations challenge

AGED just 26, Tom Croft has picked up the unwanted tag of being the ‘old man’ of England’s back row – but as Wales come to town the Tigers flanker is vowing to show he’s very much alive and kicking.

Shaw tipped to play major part in World Cup

DANNY Grewcock believes Courtney Lawes is the best second row in England – but despite his advancing years, the World Cup winner is adamant Simon Shaw will have a major part to play at the World Cup.

Wasps-bound Haskell won't give up without fight

BRITISH & Irish Lion Tom Croft insists England boss Martin Johnson is spoilt for choice in the back row but believes London Wasps-bound James Haskell won’t give up on a World Cup berth without a fight.