Opinion
This is Italy in 2026, not 2006 - put some respect on their name
No longer Six Nations newcomers who claim the occasional scalp, Gonzalo Quesada's squad is laden with talent and should be treated…
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Ben Kay: Why George Ford's drop goal attempt was the right call and will be crucial to their World Cup bid
Steve Borthwick has kept faith with George Ford and the former England World Cup winner doesn't think they should dispense with th…
Features
Opinion
Ahead of his return to Twickenham, Andy Farrell is approaching a contract crossroads
As he approaches a decade working with the Ireland, tasting remarkable success, the decorated coach's next move is an intriguing d…
Interview
Thriving at Leicester after years on the move, Billy Searle has found his club
Settled at last at professional club number eight, Searle's form has been rewarded with an England 'A' call-up and the PREM player…
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World Cup Memories 2015 - Michael Hooper: 'There was no side we wanted to face in that final other than the All Blacks.'
With the 2027 Rugby World Cup on the horizon, the former Wallaby skipper looks back at their heroic run to the World Cup final in …
Opinion
Can bruised Wales use the underdog tag to upset Scottish momentum?
Steve Tandy has rolled the dice with a number of changes to face Scotland but knows a massive improvement is required
Opinion
'Small steps are needed, but Wales have much to gain from this Six Nations'
Steve Tandy leads his reinforced squad into the championship against the backdrop of off-field turmoil.
Star Columns
Tom Christie: 'Newcastle will be successful, it's literally just a matter of time'
The Red Bulls' marquee signing talks Scott Robertson, meaningful action and his new club's lofty ambitions.
The tale of two 10s: Why Marcus Smith cannot live in the past
The Harlequins ace has reached a crossroads in his career after helping punt Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle out of the Champions Cup.
Can the ‘poor defence’ brigade please stop moaning? Rugby is the best it’s ever been
Fans who complain about missed tackles when a try is scored fail to realise rugby is at the highest level ever in attack and defen…
Analysis
'No scrum, no win': How Leinster v La Rochelle sounded a note of caution for Ireland
The hosts' battles at scrum time bore alarming hallmarks of Ireland's November savaging by the Springboks.
'Henry Pollock should take heart from naysayers, for only the best are hated'
The English tyro is destroying perceptions and scaling new heights, but his outlandish style was always likely to draw criticism.
Despite the positivity Steve Tandy knows only results will lift the gloom around Welsh rugby
Welsh rugby is in a bind but there are tentative signs of positivity with a fresh young squad and the return of Louis Rees-Zammit
Interviews
‘It's brilliant to see someone not deviate from his unique talent’ – Deadly Darcy in numbers
The Scotland star "has stayed true to his natural ability" to become one of the world's most prolific wings.
Joe Heyes: 'When I decided that rugby was my sport it caused a slight tsunami'
The Leicester and England tighthead seemed destined for a career in football but an epiphany set his course towards a life in rugb…
Semo Sititi: 'Wallace is not the type of person that gets involved in stupid stuff like fighting. He’s different to his dad!'
Father of All Blacks star Wallace and adopted Borderer, Semo Sititi will be watching his son from after with fond memories of Scot…
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Opinion
25 Six Nations Memorable Moments: 5 to 1
Wales' late, late show, Sexton's drop-goal, Russell's pass, Super Saturday 2015 and Wales' first Slam since 70s, but which is No.1…
Analysis
The Springbok selection experiment is far from over
Rassie Erasmus has named an extended alignment camp which shows the Springboks intend to freshen up an ageing squad
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