Analysis
'England are in a Rugby World Cup prison of their own making'
Steve Borthwick's selections have heaped pressure on Owen Farrell and straitjacketed the England attack.
Nick Bishop
18 Aug 2023, 5:44
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Analysis
How the 'un-Australian' Brumbies are flying the flag in Super Rugby
Stephen Larkham's men play pragmatic stuff, but it has propelled them to another semi-final.
Nick Bishop
10 Jun 2024, 5:19
Opinion
Let’s not pretend this is a great All Blacks side who were robbed
Let’s not rewrite history here. Let’s not pretend this is a great side who were robbed of victory, having been expertly prepar…
Hamish Bidwell
30 Oct 2023, 21:08
South Africa statement: Springboks investigating Mbonambi's alleged racist abuse of England’s Curry
South Africa have begun investigating an alleged racist slur directed at England flanker Tom Curry by their hooker Mbongeni Mbonam…
PA
22 Oct 2023, 9:30
Analysis
'Do England really know where they are going?'
Another Dublin drubbing brought England's agonising travails into even sharper focus.
Nick Bishop
22 Aug 2023, 3:05
Bundee Aki sends new reminder to All Blacks he's the one that got away
Ireland and Connacht centre Bundee Aki has officially become an Irish citizen after moving to the country ten years ago.
Josh Raisey
16 Sep 2024, 10:49
Analysis
Will Wallaby revenge be served up hot against Wales in July?
Joe Schmidt isn't one for grandstanding but he will be relishing bringing down Warren Gatland's Wales on home turf
Nick Bishop
27 Jun 2024, 2:31
Analysis
Charlie Cale may be the answer to Joe Schmidt's back-row prayers
The young Brumby has potential to become Australia's go-to number eight.
Nick Bishop
22 Apr 2024, 5:13
Analysis
Why defensive aggressor Felix Jones will drive new-look England
Steve Borthwick's World Cup-winning lieutenant could be the most influential voice in the coaching box.
Nick Bishop
06 Feb 2024, 5:11
South Africa go for 7-1 bench split as Etzebeth returns for Ireland
South Africa have named a 7-1 split on their bench for their blockbuster fixture against Ireland at the Stade de France on Saturda…
Josh Raisey
19 Sep 2023, 12:58
Boks without another RWC-winning titan after naming Rugby Championship squad
Rassie Erasmus has named his 33-player South Africa squad for the Rugby Championship, while revealing yet more injuries to the squ…
Josh Raisey
23 Jul 2024, 4:21
Analysis
Reds are carrying the Australian flag on and off the pitch
Sustainable on and off the pitch, with smart coaching and a shiny training base, the Queenslanders have a bright future.
Nick Bishop
19 Mar 2024, 7:48
