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Will the Black Ferns be bullied by the Red Roses?

The Black Ferns still have lots of ground to make up on their English and French rivals.

The fight for Worcester Warriors not to be forgotten

With the Warriors sunk and doubts still surrounding Wasps' short-term future as a Premiership Rugby club, rugby's financial climat…

Why Tommy Freeman is one of the most exciting wings in world rugby

The Northampton Saints wing has the athletic ability and rugby intelligence to make a huge impact over the next year

Tall, dark and Hansen

Mack Hansen has been a breath of fresh air in the Ireland set-up and integral to Connacht's squad but his journey to Galway is lit…

The All Blacks have found their No 12 - and must stick with him

Jordie Barrett is the answer to the All Blacks' problems in the midfield.

Wacky Racing: Will Stuart Lancaster finally help the enigmatic French club fulfil their potential?

Saracens lay down a marker as McFarland takes flight

Mark McCall's men exacted the perfect revenge mission on Leicester Tigers as the reigning champs were eviscerated

Mathieu Raynal's decision could spark an All Blacks revival

A fast game is a good game and World Rugby might have to act soon.

USA Eagles ready to take flight

The World Cup in New Zealand is days away and there is hope from within the US squad that they can make a statement as never befor…

Rob Evans: 'I've tried to base my life on honesty and integrity and if you don't get it back, it hurts'

The popular 39-cap Wales loosehead left the Scarlets after a decade and the prop has found some kindred spirits in Gwent

Mike Blair: 'I want Edinburgh to be constantly innovating'

Mike Blair didn't want the Edinburgh job at first, but has transformed the ailing club as a rookie head coach.

Why Jordie Barrett's midfield move might still be temporary

Jordie Barrett's exceptional performance might not be enough to sway Ian Foster.