Analysis
Why do Scotland struggle to breed homegrown props?
Every Test team likes to talk about its depth chart but Scotland have been forced into importing top class props to stay competiti…
Daniel Gallan
10 Feb 2023, 4:27
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Daniel Gallan
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Daniel Gallan is a journalist and university lecturer specialising in the politics and history of sport at St Mary's University and the University of East London. From Johannesburg and now based in London, he has contributed to The Guardian, CNN, ESPN, The Telegraph and various sports titles around the world.
Opinion
England player ratings vs Italy | 2023 Guinness Six Nations
This is not a game that will live long in the memory, and considering the fireworks in Dublin and Edinburgh yesterday, this one-si…
Daniel Gallan
12 Feb 2023, 11:11
Opinion
SA Rugby had no choice but to expel Israeli club
SA Rugby really had no other choice. Sure, they got themselves in this mess by shortsightedness in the first place...
Daniel Gallan
09 Feb 2023, 12:19
Opinion
A South African's view of the Guinness Six Nations
I’d have bet the farm on the All Blacks, Wallabies and Springboks lifting the Six Nations trophy if given the chance.
Daniel Gallan
02 Feb 2023, 13:03
Interview
Ross Tucker: 'The public have made their mind up without looking at the evidence'
But how much change is too much? For Ross Tucker, a respected sports scientist and consultant for World Rugby, there is no obvious…
Daniel Gallan
27 Jan 2023, 9:19
Interview
Ross Tucker: 'Doing nothing wasn't an option'
Ross Tucker, the respected sports scientist and research consultant for World Rugby, begins our conversation with a clear message.
Daniel Gallan
26 Jan 2023, 10:53
Opinion
RFU's tackle law opens new front in rugby's culture war
Columnist Daniel Gallan attempts a waistline tackle on the RFU's controversial new tackling laws that have angered so many rugby f…
Daniel Gallan
20 Jan 2023, 6:59
Schalk Brits: 'We love proving people wrong. I know that the guys will want to show that they belong'
South African franchises have finally joined the Champions Cup but their influence on the competition is already pronounced
Owain Jones
10 Dec 2022, 3:41
Opinion
Joe Marler remarks won't earn him any new fans in South Africa
Joe Marler had a twinkle in his eye. With a medal round his chest for his player of the match display in Harlequins’ 19-13 win i…
Daniel Gallan
08 Dec 2022, 9:48
Rassie has once again masterfully manipulated the storyline
It lasted only 20 minutes and 34 seconds, but the brief monologue from Rassie Erasmus on Wednesday evening contained multiple plot…
Daniel Gallan
01 Dec 2022, 9:20
Ditch the stereotype: This Springboks team can play
On Saturday, shortly after his team had trampled over England, Jacques Nienaber attended a press conference with a satisfied look …
Daniel Gallan
28 Nov 2022, 6:04
Springboks player ratings vs England | Autumn Nation Series
Jacques Nienaber and his captain Siya Kolisi spent all week answering questions about social media conduct...
Daniel Gallan
26 Nov 2022, 13:53
Opinion
Jacques Nienaber needs a hug
After the base requirements of physiological and safety concerns, the need for love and a sense of belonging are most important to…
Daniel Gallan
24 Nov 2022, 13:57
Opinion
Manie Libbok gives Boks reason to dream
Something strange took place in Genoa on Saturday. It started just before 15:00 local time and lasted around 34 minutes.
Daniel Gallan
21 Nov 2022, 6:22
Springboks player ratings vs Italy | Autumn Nations Series
Springboks player ratings: It is six years to the day that Italy beat South Africa in Florence, but there was to be no repeat of t…
Daniel Gallan
19 Nov 2022, 10:02
Opinion
Ireland player ratings vs Australia | Autumn Nations Series
The second half opened up with Ireland ultimately winning the arm wrestle. The fans won’t mind. By claiming a clean sweep of the…
Daniel Gallan
19 Nov 2022, 16:55
The truth is the Springboks just want it more
No other side with realistic ambitions at next year’s World Cup has struggled as much against their rivals as South Africa.
Daniel Gallan
17 Nov 2022, 9:17
Exclusive
Monty Ioane: 'I came close to quitting. I thought it was the end'
After a roller-coaster year with Italy and a move back to Melbourne, the jet-heeled wing is in a reflective mood
Daniel Gallan
11 Nov 2022, 10:13
Springboks heroism shone through the chaos of Marseille
It washed over us like a gathering storm. A cacophony of sound that rattled glass and steel and bones. Down below an electric ligh…
Daniel Gallan
13 Nov 2022, 9:52
Opinion
Springboks player ratings vs France | Autumn Nation Series
Some of you will balk at the numbers posted below. A few may even assume that the Springboks came out on top of a thrilling encoun…
Daniel Gallan
12 Nov 2022, 18:19
