Analysis
Summer Tests: Who would be picked in a World XV right now?
Rugby has been fortunate enough to feast on three weekends of sumptuous top-class Test action, where a select band of players have…
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Analysis
Ireland on top of the world as they humble All Blacks
The rugby world was turned on its head as Ireland defeated the All Blacks in the Series decider, leaving England to follow suit, w…
Analysis
Analysis: the rise and rise of Dewi Lake
2022 has been a breakthrough year for the powerful young Ospreys and Wales hooker and he is vying for the No 2 shirt with a series…
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Lukhanyo Am: 'I just needed someone to notice. Rugby had to become my life'
One of the world's best midfielders had to stare longingly as South Africa's top schools battled it out and he wants to make rugby…
Opinion
Richie McCaw's legacy has painted a target on the All Blacks
For years, many believed the All Blacks were given the rub of the green by referees.
Opinion
Ben Kay: 'Eddie Jones is the Jose Mourinho of rugby'
The England World Cup winner and BT Sport pundit feels it's time for the erstwhile head coach to put the players first with the Wo…
Analysis
Has Ian Foster reached the tipping point as All Blacks coach?
Was the lack of foresight from the All Blacks in their second test with Ireland the death knell for the coach?
Analysis
Dominant Ireland deliver history
A remarkable round of results have seen England, Ireland, Wales and Scotland win against Southern Hemisphere opposition on the sam…
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Can the Northern Hemisphere strike back?
It was advantage to the Southern Hemisphere after a 4-0 whitewash in week one of the summer Tests and the pressure is on the North…
Analysis
Is England's Marcus Smith-Owen Farrell axis doomed to fail?
Marcus Smith's and Owen Farrell's individual strengths aren't necessarily going to synergise for England.
Opinion
Zach Mercer has usurped Jonny as France's favourite Englishman
The former Bath No 8 has taken the Top 14 by storm with Montpellier and he's been tipped to go to another level
Opinion
A disrupted start may pave the way for All Blacks World Cup success
A week of player-led preparation could be just the tonic needed by the All Blacks/
