Opinion
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.
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Analysis
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
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
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
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
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?
Analysis
Is Ireland versus South Africa a battle for the title of ‘world champions’?
Andy Farrell's men travel to South Africa in a less bullish mood than a matter of months ago due to some high-profile losses
Analysis
Mick Cleary: 'Marcus Smith did what he simply had to do and that is declare himself as starting test fly-half'
The Brave Blossoms were spirited opponents but there will be a step up in class when England travel to New Zealand
Opinion
Buoyant England travel to New Zealand full of hope but are they walking into an All Blacks ambush?
There is some hope England can pull off their first victory on New Zealand soil since 2003, but the canny All Blacks lie in wait
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Gareth Thomas: 'I’ve always thought I was a bit like Dan Carter.'
The ball-playing Ospreys loosehead is finding his voice as a leader he prepares to take on the fearsome Springboks pack
Analysis
Eddie Jones turns to university talent in second coming as Japan coach
Eddie Jones is banking on a new Brave Blossoms generation who have come through the Japanese education system.
Opinion
Gatland braces himself for a summer of short term pain for long term gain
With a raft of injuries and unavailable players Wales are depleted against South Africa and will travel to Australia in hope rathe…
