Opinion
Why South Africa's 'Dad's Army' are defying convention
The Springboks have an ageing squad but with careful management, continue to defy the odds in delivering clutch performances
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Legacy of Lions series must propel Wallabies into South Africa challenge
Australia need to maintain the physicality they belatedly produced against the Lions, and tweak their defence, to stand a chance a…
Analysis
'There is little chance of any upset of the established order in 2025 Rugby Championship'
This year's title is likely to be decided by a momentous double-header between the All Blacks and Springboks.
Opinion
Can the All Blacks convert Tupou Vaa'i into a destructive back row enforcer?
The missing link in the All Blacks' armoury is an athletic, big-boned No 6 and Scott Robertson thinks he's found the answer
Analysis
How the Springboks’ No 10 options will keep the All Blacks guessing
With three strong fly-half contenders, the Springboks' unpredictability makes life harder for their Rugby Championship opponents.
Opinion
Tour fortunes of English Lions blur selection picture for Borthwick
England supplied 10 Test Lions but strong displays by other players in Argentina gave Steve Borthwick food for thought.
Opinion
Andy Farrell left with tough Ireland decisions to make after mixed Lions Tour
The Ireland head coach has played a smart hand in Australia but there are question marks over the longevity of some of his trusted…
Opinion
Generation gap: Can we meaningfully compare players separated by half a century?
Comparisons between Lions players and teams across different decades is difficult given the huge changes the game has undergone.
Analysis
'The success of Skelton, Hooper and Tupou should trigger a rethink on Australia’s overseas selection criteria'
The last two Tests against the Lions showed the Wallabies can't afford to be without their top talents.
Opinion
Mick Cleary: 'These blokes have done the jersey proud, with their buy-in and with their relish.'
Andy Farrell will have been frustrated by the Sydney loss but in time can look back on a successful Lions Series in Australia
Opinion
Why the All Blacks' fortunes are inexorably linked to the fate of their age-grade sides
New Zealand rugby was buoyed by the return to the final for their Baby Blacks and hope the talent production line is whirring back…
Opinion
Van der Flier Lions cut creates ripples with Ireland but Ryan gets late reward
Andy Farrell has cast a pall over Ireland’s best openside by leaving him out of all three Lions Tests.
