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Ernst van Rhyn: 'I was a late bloomer in rugby, flying planes is my passion'
The Sale Sharks juggernaut is making a big impression on the pitch and in the skies.
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Flood of back three talent highlights Australia’s folly in pursuing league stars
A glut of back-three talent has exposed Australia's short-sighted policy in luring Joseph Suaali’i from league.
Opinion
David Flatman: 'I love watching bone-shuddering tackles, monster ball carries and crushingly intense scrummaging'
Rugby will always be a bit dangerous and not a game for everyone but shouldn't apologise for that, argues the former England prop.…
Interview
'Nobody wants to go the entire season without a league win' - Falcons aim to avoid equalling record
Newcastle have one match left to break their winless run or join Rotherham and London Welsh in Premiership history.
Opinion
The pressure is on Razor to find the next All Blacks No 6
The durability and grunt of Jerome Kaino has proven difficult to replace at blindside for the All Blacks
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Geoff Parling: 'Australian players are realising they can live with these Kiwis'
The new Wallaby lineout guru with the sharp tactical brain hopes to carry Super Rugby confidence to the Test arena.
Analysis
Why European rugby is in danger of death-by-monopoly
The emergence of three super clubs may threaten the Investec Champions Cup, but there is a solution.
Opinion
Do 'humiliated' Montpellier need a change of ownership?
Mohed Altrad's reign has seen a slew of coaches hired and fired, and club culture eroded.
Interview
Ben Youngs: 'The job description of a 9 has changed. Gibson-Park and Dupont are leading the evolution'
It is the most poorly paid position in the Gallagher Premiership but never has the influence of a scrum-half been so high
Analysis
Speeded-up Super Rugby Pacific provides blueprint for wider game
New data shows that innovations introduced in 2022 are producing less 'dead time' and a faster product.
Opinion
Brumbies and Reds primed to fly Aussie flag furthest
ACT and Queensland look well equipped to go deep into the Super Rugby Pacific Finals, but the other three sides face a rocky home …
Analysis
Is South America rugby's new promised land?
The South American nations have shown tantalising potential, but harnessing it is another matter.
