Analysis
Boks and Pumas lead southern charge, but the north are ahead of the game
South Africa and Argentina made impressive strides as the Rugby Championship power balance shifts.
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Opinion
Do All Blacks get shot of 'sheriff' Cane or take him on tour?
There is an argument for taking the All Blacks Test centurion to Europe but the stakes are high for Scott Robertson
Opinion
Familiar sinking feeling means Wallabies must address defensive flaws
Conceding an average of 32 points and four tries a game, Joe Schmidt's Wallabies have issues to resolve before heading to Europe.
Opinion
Made in France: How the 'JIFF' rules transformed French rugby
Home-reared quota systems were not universally popular, but over time their worth has proven vast.
Opinion
Why it's time for the British and Irish Lions to face the Pacific Islands
Fiji, Samoa and Tonga could provide a riveting combined XV to challenge the iconic tourists.
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Christian Wade: 'I still feel sharp, I still feel fast. If anything I feel stronger than before.'
The former Wasps flyer, turned NFL codebreaker is back in the Premiership and chasing records with a big smile on his face
Opinion
Five key questions the Springboks urgently need to answer
Rassie Erasmus helped engineer the first Rugby Championship win in 15 years but there are still areas that need improving
Analysis
Does Joe Schmidt need to change his Wallabies captain?
Harry Wilson has handled the role with admirable maturity, but may not be guaranteed a starting spot.
Interview
Scott Baldwin: 'Mindset is a powerful thing'
The Wales hooker has taken up his first head coach role with his home town club, Bridgend, and he likes to think he's learnt from …
Analysis
Why aren't New Zealand's mighty teams scoring like they used to?
No longer are the All Blacks and Black Ferns blowing teams away with ruthless attack.
Opinion
Vannes the man: Mako Vunipola already a cult-hero in France
The Brittany club has swiftly embraced the ex-England prop in their debut Top 14 campaign.
Opinion
'The Premiership's values can renew the league's diminished profile'
A solid culture, in contrast to some other sporting events, can help rugby increase its footprint in England.
