Generation next
The progeny of a 1930 British and Irish Lion, Jesse Kriel longs to face the tourists in 2021.
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Short circuit
Why Premiership Rugby's egregious circuit-break reeks of inflexibility, short-sightedness and politicking.
Fullback gambit
The All Blacks' dual-playmaker strategy requires a demanding skillset from NZ fullbacks.
French withdrawal
France is no longer a haven for foreign players. Its shifting tides that could redefine world rugby.
Catch me if you can
Randall admiration, Six Nations fears, Falcons march on, flying ref sees red, Ospreys renaissance, Irish elite
Split loyalties
Half-Irish, half-Welsh, Mike Ruddock is back 'home' after getting an SOS call from the Ospreys.
Charmed life
All Blacks captains have seemingly been subject to different rules because of their reputation.
Loyalty and legacy
England's new tyro talks LeBron James, Eddie Jones and making an indelible footprint.
Better late than never
Touring is key to the Lions' survival, so do fans want a waiting game or no game?
World Cup wild card
By 2023, Fiji could be a team with the potential to cause a major surprise at the World Cup.
The French evolution
After a decade of turmoil, things are finally looking up for Les Bleus.
Sizing up
Bigger is better for Test coaches, but it isn't for player welfare
