Analysis
Smokin' Joe lands knockout punch for Quins
Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
23 May 2022, 9:59
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After abandoning a career in veterinary medicine, Jamie turned to sports journalism six years ago, aiming to harness his passions for sport, writing, and complementary pre-match buffets. While his career has not grown as prolifically as his body fat percentage, he was fortunate enough to learn his trade with Planet Rugby and BBC Scotland before entering the freelance world. He has since been offered several brilliant opportunities to launch his commentary career, and when not writing for RugbyPass, can often be found bellowing names into a microphone for the BBC, BT Sport and others.
Analysis
Edinburgh and Glasgow contest biggest Scottish derby in years
Two trophies, Champions Cup qualification and inter-city bragging rights are at stake in a colossal Scottish showdown.
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Analysis
Is Johnny Sexton set to become Ireland's greatest player?
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Duncan Taylor: 'I've spent 40% of my career injured' but Saracens star still hungry for glory
Duncan Taylor reckons he's spent 40% of his career injured, but his hunger to keep playing burns bright.
Jamie Lyall
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Analysis
Henry Arundell announces himself on the world stage
The London Irish wunderkind has caught the attention of Eddie Jones, while Leicester Tigers reach their ceiling against Leinster a…
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Ben Vellacott talks attempted stabbings, impact sub frustration and facing former side Wasps.
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06 May 2022, 4:15
Analysis
Rugby's next frontier at hand as records tumble and big questions loom
Women's rugby could be the game's next great frontier on a weekend when records fell, losing streaks ended and huge questions were…
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URC breakout stars of the season
RugbyPass Plus selects its breakout stars of the inaugural United Rugby Championship season.
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Analysis
Saracens getting in the groove for trophy hunt
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Analysis
Leicester Tigers setting the pace
Freddie Steward leads the English charge as the giants of the game assemble for a no-holds barred battle to be crowned kings of Eu…
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Analysis
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Jamie Lyall
22 Mar 2022, 16:11
Analysis
Six Nations: Controversy and collapse mire Scotland again
After a tame and error-laden Six Nations blighted by another team culture issue, Scotland have more uncomfortable questions to ans…
Jamie Lyall
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Analysis
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Analysis
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Analysis
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Interview
Hines' Calcutta Cup of tears
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Analysis
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