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Opinion
Mick Cleary

Mick Cleary: 'Only way is up for death-by-data England'

England fans will have every digit crossed after Steve Borthwick named his World Cup squad, writes Mick Cleary.

Opinion
Gregor Paul

All Blacks don't need any 'favours' from Wallabies in Dunedin

After a tough few years, the All Blacks aren't in need of any further 'adversity' ahead of the Rugby World Cup.

Analysis
Nick Bishop

Why the Jones era has gotten off to the worst possible start for Wallabies

Australia were well and truly beaten in every facet that counts in their winless Rugby Championship campaign.

Opinion
Mick Cleary

Mick Cleary: My 33-man England squad for France 2023

Steve Borthwick will name his England squad for the Rugby World Cup in a matter of days and there are huge decisions to be made

Interview
Garry Doyle

Ireland's World Cup failures laced with perspective and building blocks to a better future

Ireland's World Cup story is one of disappointment but out of quarter-final failures have come plans that have changed the game fo…

Opinion
Gregor Paul

Scott Barrett comes of age to boost the All Blacks' World Cup crusade

The performances of Scott Barrett have threatened to break up the legendary partnership of Brodie Retallick and Sam Whitelock

Analysis
Russell Forbes

Which England flyers will make Steve Borthwick's 33-man squad?

An in-depth look at the metrics of each England wing vying for World Cup squad selection shows just how hard the head coach's job …

Analysis
Jon Cardinelli

Springbok fly-half headache persists as World Cup looms large

The ongoing absence of Handre Pollard is causing furrowed brows within the Springbok camp, as back-up options vie for his shirt

Opinion
Sam Roberts

Ed Slater: Why the Rugby Inheritance Podcast brings out 'honesty, openness, triumphs and disaster'

Ed Slater's Rugby Inheritance Podcast has produced gems of stark emotion and deep reflection that go way beyond the game

Analysis
Tom Bradshaw

Can budding genius Finn Russell make the most of his career-defining Bath move?

Finn Russell's move to Bath could determine whether he fulfils his prodigious gifts and he has the support network to thrive

Opinion
Gregor Paul

The All Blacks must break type and embrace the driving maul

Seen as plodding and lacking invention, the driving maul has its critics, but if the All Blacks are to succeed in France, they nee…

Analysis
Nick Bishop

How breakdown fury can boost Australia's odds against All Blacks

The breakdown needs to be a contest in Melbourne if the Wallabies want to have any chance of besting the All Blacks.

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