Opinion
Hiring Rob Penney may be the Crusaders' first major mistake in 30 years
The coach's resume had red flags, yet the franchise seemed set on appointing a man with Cantabrian connections at any price.
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Interview
Kwagga Smith: 'My work-rate rather than my size will define me'
Raised on a farm, Kwagga Smith's attributes and impact regularly see him top South Africa's 'battle-stats' in big matches.
Interview
Rugby’s forever man Mike Brown: 'I'm a driven individual'
Mike Brown may be considered past his sell-by date but he remains a Premiership force at 38.
Exclusive
Waisea Nayacalevu: 'Fiji can win the Rugby World Cup'
The Sale-bound Fijian captain recounts his cherished village upbringing and searing rise to international history-maker.
Opinion
Disciplinary verdicts as puzzling as ever – even when consistent to a fault
Arguments of inconsistency in SANZAAR's judicial process are mostly superficial, but it is still prone to some puzzling verdicts.
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Thierry Futeu: 'The policeman chased me, I pretended to throw a stone at his head and ran for the border'
The Cameroon-born Spain prop has the most arresting back story of robbery, refugee camps and a quest for citizenship.
Opinion
Munster have much to play for after blowing best Champions Cup shot in years
A tantalising European opportunity has been squandered, but the proud province are intent on defending their URC title.
Exclusive
Sam Warburton: 'It surprises me how few people are prepared to put in the hard work'
The former Lions captain and now respected broadcaster has his say on academy pathways, rugby's doomsayers and Louis Rees-Zammit
Opinion
Grassroots rugby 'needs to fit around people's lives or face further challenges'
Rugby's inability to adapt to changing times means the grassroots game is struggling as other formats prosper.
Opinion
Who will be Robertson's choice as All Blacks captain?
New Zealand's new coach may have to take a leap of faith given there is 'no perfect choice' available to him.
Interview
Bryan Habana: 'Sevens already had its watershed moment when it became an Olympic sport'
The Olympics is less than 100 days away and Brian O'Driscoll and Bryan Habana are already expecting the sevens to be seismic.
Analysis
Chasing the American dream
With World Cups looming in 2031 and 2033, US universities are ramping up their search for talent overseas.
