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Nick Bishop

How Wayne Smith's fingertips are all over New Zealand's 'Razor' blueprint

The iconic coaching sage will influence Scott Robertson's style of play as the Ian Foster playbook is ripped up.

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Daniel Gallan

Jordan Hendrikse: 'There’s a reason I wear the No 10 jersey - so I can express myself. That’s just who I am.'

It was a flawed debut from the Springbok 10 but he knows it's all part of the baptism of fire at Test level

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Frankie Deges

Felipe Contepomi's Pumas chase the 'road to greatness'

Decorated as a player, the Argentine icon takes charge of his first Test as head coach on Saturday.

Opinion
Brendan Fanning

Irish strategy short on detail as missing X-Men hinder Springbok heist

As the IRFU launches a four-year strategic plan, Andy Farrell's side tackle the Springboks without several key players.

Analysis
Nick Bishop

Should rugby take the road less travelled?

The season denouements threw up a plethora of styles and stories - but which will prevail in the months ahead?

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Lauren Jenkins

Alex Callender: 'I was numb. It didn’t feel real and I felt angry about it.'

The popular Wales backrow has overcome personal tragedy to excel for Wales as Ioan Cunningham's women look to defeat Spain in WXV

Opinion
Gavin Mortimer

Bordeaux take Toulouse route with homegrown stars set to light up final

Homegrown talent and wise recruitment have taken Bordeaux to the brink of emulating Toulouse's success.

Analysis
Pat McCarry

Munster prospects aim to drive Ireland U20s to world glory

Back-rower Brian Gleeson and captain Evan O’Connell are among those aiming to go one better than last year in South Africa.

Analysis
Nick Bishop

Will Wallaby revenge be served up hot against Wales in July?

Joe Schmidt isn't one for grandstanding but he will be relishing bringing down Warren Gatland's Wales on home turf

Opinion
Neil Squires

Johnson happy to stay in shadows but coaching absence 'a terrible waste'

The England legend was badly burned by his experience as manager but his career is missing a post-script.

Opinion
Gregor Paul

How the All Blacks squad Razor built will fare against England

Feverish excitement preceded the announcement of the first All Blacks squad under the new coach but continuity was the order of th…

Interview
Francisco Isaac

Can a new video game inspire a generation like Jonah Lomu Rugby?

Could Rugby 24 have a similar impact to the celebrated game featuring the All Blacks icon?

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