John Inverdale once declared that simultaneously broadcasting the Six Nations matches "would be a return to the dark ages". But here's a quaint thing about the dark ages – they used to play the games when it was light. Funnily enough, the dark ages didn'

I rarely agree with the The Times‘ chief rugby correspondent, Stephen Jones. In particular I argue with his views on the haka, southern hemisphere rugby, and the experimental law variations. Yet I respect him as a rugby writer. When I don’t agree with hi

An occasional glimpse into the workings of the Scottish Parliament and the Scottish Executive (or comments on anything else that takes my fancy). Oh yes, the BBC and the Six Nations. All those questions. Will Dallaglio manage to complete a statement, any

I once drank so much weight-gain powder that I couldn't go 40 minutes without peeing. I was an intern in San Francisco, trying to play rugby with the big boys, and working part time clearing tables. Whoever designed Mass XXX surely did not intend for it

Mark Saggers & Brian Moore sit in for K&G with a look at the day's sport including a full 6 Nations preview. Call the show on 08717 22 33 44 (10p/min) or txt 81089 (50p + charges). 1000 - 1300: Mark Saggers & Brian Moore sit in for K&G with a look at the

Mark Saggers & Brian Moore sit in for K&G with a look at the day's sport including a full 6 Nations preview. Call the show on 08717 22 33 44 (10p/min) or txt 81089 (50p + charges). 1000 - 1300: Mark Saggers & Brian Moore sit in for K&G with a look at the