Opinion
History won't repeat itself with new All Blacks lock Josh Lord
Josh Lord isn't the first Taranaki second-rower to be plucked from relative obscurity into the All Blacks.
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Interview
'I dreamed of being a farmer': Vaea Fifita's Tongan odyssey
From stark poverty and family strife to the summit of professional rugby, this is Vaea Fifita's story.
Fresh faces will give England a new look
Eddie Jones has named a squad full of vim and vigour for the Autumn Series and there are names to excite every England fan
Opinion
Chance arrives for Japan to prove Rugby Championship mettle
The Brave Blossoms have yet to prove they can compete with the speed of the Wallabies or All Blacks.
Gareth Baber talks Fijian hostels, 3am meetings, Olympic gold and Edinburgh
From a 3am near-sacking to Olympic sevens gold, Gareth Baber brings hard-earned Fijian wisdom to his new role at Edinburgh.
Opinion
Eagles showdown both a promise and a warning for All Blacks
Games between the All Blacks and USA could become more plentiful in the years to come.
Interview
Bismarck du Plessis still rolling back the years
Bismarck du Plessis has enjoyed a stellar rugby career, winning a Rugby World Cup and 79-caps, but the physical hooker still has a…
A tribute to a fallen Chief
Tony Johnson pays tribute to fallen Chiefs and Maori All Blacks player Sean Wainui.
Interview
How Moana Pasifika hope to change the rugby landscape
Aaron Mauger believes Moana Pasifika will open doors for young Pacific Island talent.
Analysis
How Quade Cooper adapted to the Wallabies' weekly opposition
The 33-year-old playmaker has played his role perfectly to provide stability, control and sound decision-making to Australia's att…
Saracens stars show they aren't a spent force
The England squad has set tongues wagging, Saracens show they've lost nothing of their lustre and Leinster still rule all they sur…
Pivac looking to keep a lid on Wales' great expectations
Wayne Pivac has selected an injury-hit 38-man squad to face New Zealand, South Africa, Fiji and Australia but planning for the 202…
