Opinion
The silver lining of a move to the Crusaders for Levi Aumua
If a player, such as Aumua, uses that opportunity to make the All Blacks XV, as he did last year, and progress to the Crusaders an…
Hamish Bidwell
23 May, 18:28
Opinion
Opinion
'Very brave': Lawrence Dallaglio names his Premiership Immortals XV
Legendary Wasps No8 Lawrence Dallaglio has named his Premiership Immortals XV, including icons such as Martin Johnson and Neil Bac…
Liam Heagney
23 May, 8:41
Opinion
It's time for New Zealand Rugby to look offshore for Super coaches
New Zealand rugby would open itself to an influx of new ideas if foreign coaches were on the agenda.
Gregor Paul
22 May, 16:23
Opinion
La Rochelle complete the modern-day miracle
It's been a challenging season in rugby but the Heineken Cup final showed the game can reach parts few other sports can on a breat…
Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall Owain Jones
22 May, 7:20
Opinion
Ardie would have played if the Hurricanes had something to play for
Ardie Savea and Jordie Barrett were rested as per the All Black resting policy, while the Chiefs were at full strength leading to …
Ben Smith
21 May, 0:36
Opinion
Leinster player ratings vs La Rochelle | 2023 Champions Cup final
Leinster player ratings live from Aviva Stadium: A fifth star for the hosts or two in a row for the visitors?
Liam Heagney
20 May, 13:17
Opinion
Pressure on Leinster to show they aren’t the new Clermont – Andy Goode
They may be facing the formidable reigning champions but Leinster are heavy favourites everywhere you look and the pressure really…
Andy Goode
20 May, 4:22
Opinion
Chiefs player ratings vs Hurricanes | Super Rugby Pacific
Playing in torrential conditions at Hamilton’s FMG Stadium, the Chiefs have returned to winning ways with a hard-fought 23-12 vi…
Finn Morton
20 May, 4:13
Opinion
Opinion - Why many people hate Leinster
Not all champions are loved by the masses. Floyd Mayweather, Novak Djokovic, Manchester City, the New England Patriots; no matter …
Daniel Gallan
20 May, 3:02
Opinion
Toulon player ratings vs Glasgow | 2023 Challenge Cup final
Toulon player ratings live from Aviva Stadium: Ten years on from their maiden Heineken Champions Cup title in their still unrivall…
Liam Heagney
19 May, 15:58
Opinion
'Steely Franco Smith confounds critics as Glasgow stand on brink of history'
Franco Smith's appointment was met with indifference by many Glasgow fans. In his first season, his side are one match away from S…
Jamie Lyall
18 May, 10:06
Opinion
The abnormal stat that shows signs of a deliberate plan for Beauden Barrett
With one final chance at the Rugby World Cup later this year, Barrett has to be forgiven for working to a clear preservation plan …
Ben Smith
17 May, 19:37
