Analysis
Which players will light up the Six Nations?
A few players will have points to prove when the Six Nations kicks off in February.
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Opinion
Ben Kay: 'Steve doesn't have an ego, just an insane drive to be the best'
The new England coach isn't renowned for his media-friendly persona but he will adapt if he thinks it helps England's cause
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Mike Cusack: Veet cream, Normandy beaches and life in the French sixth tier
Former Scotland prop Mike Cusack finds himself living amid the history of Normandy and coaching in the French sixth tier.
Analysis
Eddie Jones' big Wallabies challenge following England jilting
Sacking Eddie Jones could come back to bite the RFU at the Rugby World Cup.
Analysis
Why Ireland may rue Ben Healy pledging allegiance to Scotland
The talented Munster out-half has a Scottish mother and Gregor Townsend has lured him to play in blue, not green
Opinion
Dave Rennie sacking says more about Rugby Australia than coach
Dave Rennie isn't the first Wallabies coach to lose his job mid-contract.
Analysis
Will Eddie have the last laugh?
The sacked England coach has gone home where he hopes to leave a legacy with the Wallabies, starting with a World Cup run in Franc…
Interview
Danny Grewcock: 'I had a fear about most people I played against. It spurred me on.'
An enforcer for Bath, England and the British and Irish Lions, the big lock is inspiring the next generation
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Rob du Preez: Sale's brotherhood, fancy dress and 'big dog' siblings
Rob du Preez is at the forefront of a clutch of fearsome siblings steering Sale towards the Premiership summit.
Opinion
It's now or never for Beauden Barrett's Blues
The stars have aligned for the Blues.
Opinion
Is this the year Ireland shake their World Cup hex?
There are great expectations placed upon Andy Farrell's side in what is shaping up to be a definitive year for Ireland
Opinion
Farrell divides opinion like no other
The high-profile Saracen is in hot-water after a dubious tackle but his enduring qualities endear him to team-mates
