Opinion
South African teams confront club v country conflict in never-ending season
The four franchises may struggle to realise their potential until the global calendar is restructured.
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Analysis
Can the Tongan Thor inspire Australia's toiling Super Rugby franchises?
The Rebels, who have signed hulking Taniela Tupou, and Western Force have long struggled to put wins together.
Analysis
Why Owen Farrell moving to Paris would be good for English rugby
The flow of talent across the Channel is creating a more sustainable and competitive Premiership.
Opinion
Big Bill Mata and the importance of recruitment
The Fijian juggernaut will depart Edinburgh a legend, and an example of looking after your talent.
Opinion
Mick Cleary: 'No team wins without a sense of itself. No team prospers without a good bit of fight in it.'
Steve Borthwick has tweaked his coaching team ahead of the 2024 Six Nations, emboldened by a strong showing in France
Analysis
Which young thrusters could make Wales' Six Nations squad?
How many fresh faces who have caught the eye this season can we expect to see picked by Warren Gatland?
Analysis
Why Smith needs a bodyguard and a footballer to thrive for England
Marcus Smith's supporting cast are vital to the young Harlequin's England prospects.
Analysis
Is young prince Marcus Smith ready for the England throne?
The electric Harlequin is showing maturity and strategy which will delight Steve Borthwick.
Exclusive
Mike Blair: 'I took a lot on my shoulders at Edinburgh but I don't regret it'
The former Edinburgh coach on why he had to step down, and his new life in Japan.
Analysis
Joe Schmidt can lead Wallabies' reclamation - but only if Australia lets him
Aussie rugby needs clarity, and if a New Zealander is the man to deliver it, then so what?
Analysis
'The bigger the behemoth, the closer to silverware you get'
Emmanuel Meafou is the latest next-level bruiser primed to hit the Test stage.
Interview
Will Stuart: 'The World Cup just gone was a missed opportunity'
The enormous tighthead has regrets from France but with managed game time and an injury-free run, is aiming to replace the great D…
