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Opinion
Gregor Paul

How the All Blacks are enduring pain now in readiness for 2027 RWC crusade

The All Blacks have posted mediocre results, by their own high standards, but sunnier uplands await with a crop of gifted youngste…

Opinion
Daniel Gallan

'Beauden Barrett couldn't hold my eye contact' - How the Impi warriors channel South African rugby spirit

These ultra-muscular men who leap before away teams are a visceral symbol of Springbok identity.

Analysis
Nick Bishop

Why Tomas Albornoz might be a better fly-half than Damian McKenzie

The Argentine pivot fits his team's style and structure far better than his illustrious All Blacks peer.

Opinion
Brett McKay

Australia comeback highlights tale of two Bledisloe benches

Impact from the Wallabies' replacements galvanised them, in contrast to New Zealand's 'ad-hoc' strategy.

Opinion
Mick Cleary

Mick Cleary: The key selection questions Steve Borthwick has to answer

The Autumn Series is fast-approaching and England have decisions to make over the shape of the squad

Exclusive
Francisco Isaac

Laura 'Bimba' Delgado: 'I won't stop playing unless they retire me'

The Spain prop has played for 15 clubs and won two English titles, but has no intention of slowing down.

Exclusive
Alasdair Mackenzie

Louis Lynagh: 'I'm surprised how many people don’t know I’m half Italian'

Back in his birthplace of Treviso, the former Quins wing is aiming high for club and country.

Analysis
Nick Bishop

How the embattled Wallabies pushed the All Blacks to the brink

Joe Schmidt's men were painfully close, but again came up empty-handed against their old rivals.

Interview
Owain Jones

Harri Deaves: 'It is a dream of mine to one day play for my country.'

The tearaway openside made a huge impression with the Ospreys last season and he has a Wales cap in his sights

Opinion
Neil Squires

'Should Northampton Saints book another open-top bus? Probably not'

High-profile departures and salary cap laws will render back-to-back Premiership titles a huge ask.

Interview
Lauren Jenkins

Dwayne Peel: 'It's hard to switch off in this role. Finding enjoyment is key'

After two tough years at the helm, the former scrum-half can see brighter times ahead for Scarlets.

Analysis
Jon Cardinelli

Why Rassie Erasmus should cull some Boks veterans for 2027

The South African kingpin knows he must rejuvenate his squad, but which ageing warriors will be cut loose?

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