Opinion
'Leinster are almost in McIlroy at the Masters territory'
Leinster's blistering form and Rotella-esque mindset could see them finally slay their white whale and end the wait for a fifth Ch…
Analysis
Why the Brumbies are still the best team in Australia
Until they can find a way to enjoy kicking penalty goals as much as they like to convert tries, the Reds will not unseat their Can…
Features
Opinion
Leicester Tigers must rid themselves of their constant coaching instability
Michael Cheika's replacement must bring much-needed continuity to a club which gives the impression of making it up as it goes alo…
Opinion
Are 'tired' Toulouse a diminished force without Antoine Dupont?
The Investec Champions Cup holders look weary and devoid of attacking spark since being shorn of their totemic scrum-half.
Analysis
Jacques Nienaber's Galactico recruits are driving Leinster towards a fifth star
Jordie Barrett and RG Snyman have added seismic strength and skill to the province, and could be the key ingredients of their Cham…
Opinion
'Cooperation, not blame': Welsh rugby must learn from Cardiff crisis
Finger-pointing is a favourite pastime of Welsh rugby folk, so the proactive manner of Cardiff's WRU takeover was refreshingly wel…
Exclusive
Is Spain rugby's next great superpower?
With renewed success at Test level, a vibrant domestic scene and ambitions to host Rugby World Cups, Spain is a nation on the rise…
Star Columns
Steve Meehan: 'If you start winning, it’s amazing what effect it has on all fans.'
The former Bath and Toulon coach has taken on the challenge of returning Canadian rugby to its former glories
'The decision not to allow Finn Russell back on at Murrayfield was an enlightened one.'
With the heightened awareness around concussion the decision not to send Finn Russell back on the field was significant
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii can be Australia's new cross-code hero
The supremely talented Wallaby has shown he can exceed the levels reached by Israel Folau in a green and gold jersey.
Analysis
Ex-England cap Nic Dolly: 'As a rugby player, you obviously want to be wanted'
Nic Dolly's England career was thwarted by injury. Now the Force hooker has his sights on playing for Australia.
Can likely lads deliver long overdue positivity in Wales?
Reeling from more financial strain, and still seeking a new head coach, Wales' summer tour of Japan may offer shafts of light.
From an uncertain position, Barrett and McKenzie are the All Blacks' key playmakers
They may once have felt unwanted by the national setup, but the two playmakers are now front and centre in the New Zealand backlin…
Interviews
David Gérard: Rebuilding Romania via Lomu, blood and broken hips
The rambunctious Frenchman has charted a remarkable voyage in rugby, and steered the struggling Stejarii to World Cup qualificatio…
'Diversity is a strength. It’s improved Italy’s rugby and I'm all for it.'
Italian nationalism has risen in recent years and coincides with the resurgence of the Azzurri. Are the two linked?
'He annihilated people': How Tom Jordan defied the odds to become a Scotland star
Cast aside in New Zealand, unwanted in England, the Glasgow pivot scrapped for every inch to make it big with his adopted nation.
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Opinion
25 Six Nations Memorable Moments: 5 to 1
Wales' late, late show, Sexton's drop-goal, Russell's pass, Super Saturday 2015 and Wales' first Slam since 70s, but which is No.1…
Analysis
The Springbok selection experiment is far from over
Rassie Erasmus has named an extended alignment camp which shows the Springboks intend to freshen up an ageing squad
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