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.
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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.
Interview
How Gonzalo Quesada is driving the Azzurri revolution
The new Italian coach explains how he has masterminded a turnaround for the Azzurri and his hopes Italy can build on early success…
Opinion
Caelan Doris strikes out as clear Lions captaincy frontrunner
In the absence of Garry Ringrose, the Ireland No 8's leadership credentials may have caught the eye of Lions coach Andy Farrell
Analysis
Jacques Nienaber's 'offensive defence' moved Leinster closer to the cherished fifth star
The South African supremo's rearguard action stymied the best attack in England at Croke Park.
Analysis
How Reds duo could give Joe Schmidt vital backline power
Suliasi Vunivalu and Hunter Paisami may be key men for the Wallabies as they shine under Less Kiss' supervision.
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Danny Wilson: 'Harlequins certainly won't kick three points in Toulouse'
The Stoop supremo on Glaswegian redemption, the genius of Marcus Smith, and why Quins have to go for broke in France.
Analysis
The era-defining moment that set Leinster on the road to success
The elite Irish province started their dominance in 2009 and will be desperate to put out a statement of intent against Northampto…
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Makazole Mapimpi: 'My life is somewhere I never thought it would be.'
The popular World Cup winner is a rags-to-riches story and he is desperate to enjoy the hand life has dealt him
