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Opinion
Jamie Lyall

Why it's Glasgow's time to come of age in the Champions Cup

The Warriors have conquered the URC and proven their mettle. Now they must break new ground in Europe.

Analysis
Nick Bishop

'Razor's conservatism is in danger of halting New Zealand's progress'

Scott Robertson, highly untypical of New Zealand's approach, has taken a risk-averse view of selection.

Opinion
Gregor Paul

'It doesn’t make sense for New Zealand to deny itself access to world-class players'

Despite fierce debate, Scott Robertson is convinced the All Blacks should have access to offshore stars.

Exclusive
Jamie Lyall

Aphelele Fassi: 'I gave up on myself, I would wake up exhausted with no plan'

The full-back's spectacular comeback has been one of the greatest success stories in a blockbuster year for the Springboks.

Analysis
Nick Bishop

Will overseas selection make the difference for British and Irish Lions?

Owen Farrell, Jack Willis and Courtney Lawes would add handsomely to the 2025 tourists - but will they get the opportunity?

Opinion
Brendan Fanning

Easterby takes the reins as cracks appear in Ireland's masterplan

Andy Farrell departs for Lions duty with his Ireland team looking unsure of itself and in need of rejuvenation

Exclusive
Neil Squires

Jack Nowell: 'Bath should get a backlash from La Rochelle this weekend'

Once a Champions Cup winner with Exeter Chiefs, the England wing returns to the West Country in the colours of serial champions La…

Opinion
Pat McCarry

Andy Farrell's final answer as Ireland coach tells us how he will run his Lions team

The Lions head coach has assured journalists he will not be taking it easy as he prepares for the 2025 tour to Australia

Opinion
Daniel Gallan

England needs a new domestic dynasty. Without one they'll never win in Europe again

The likes of Saracens, Leicester and Wasps used to rule in Europe but their star has dimmed and they are playing catch-up

Analysis
Nick Bishop

South Africa's 'universal soldier' typifies the Boks' rise to the summit of world rugby

Franco Mostert is Rassie Erasmus' all-conquering Bokke in microcosm - from despair to domination.

Opinion
Mark Orders

Patience the watchword for Wales as sobering reality dawns

Warren Gatland's wish for more muscular players will not be quickly - or easily - satisfied.

Analysis
Sam Larner

Who fired and who flopped? A team-by-team review of the Autumn Nations Series

From South African supremacy to Welsh woes, an in-depth look at how each team developed - or regressed - during November.

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