Opinion
Have France made New Zealand's forthright pundits come over all sheepish?
France produced a sterling performance in Dunedin which defied many ex-All Blacks' barbs about the strength of their touring squad…
Opinion
‘As things stand, the Lions are a flawed entity. They need to polish up their act’
There is a worrying feeling these Lions are not yet on top of their game, but the real business is yet to come.
Features
Opinion
All Blacks front five power points to brighter times ahead
It was a laboured, nervy win over France by the All Blacks but the set-piece stood up well and that should give them confidence go…
Analysis
Can Les Bleus avoid a Black-wash in New Zealand?
A hugely rotated French squad came close to the upsetting the All Blacks' top dogs, but the challenge will only get tougher for Fa…
Opinion
Six selection questions for Joe Schmidt as Lions loom large
The Wallabies coach has a major issue at fly-half, decisions to make in his pack as well as concerns over his back three.
Opinion
Welsh rugby continues to soul search as it seeks to end tortuous losing run
The beleaguered national team could really do with breaking the 18-game losing streak against Japan to give the Welsh public hope …
Opinion
Mick Cleary: 'Itoje is the standard bearer for this Lions group. He leads the way.'
Andy Farrell has myriad conundrums to solve as the Lions near their defining moment but the captain's form is not a worry
Star Columns
Can ‘hybrid’ Damian McKenzie lead the All Blacks to a World Cup?
The New Zealand playmaker's backfield frailties in the Super Rugby Pacific final raises further questions over his suitability at …
Ben Kay: 'I get the feeling Aussie pundits have no idea how much the game has changed in the Northern Hemisphere.'
The Lions have work to do but in a pressured environment, the England World Cup winner backs them to meet the Wallaby challenge
'Love him or hate him, Henry Pollock has got the rugby world talking.'
The Northampton and England backrow's confidence, verve and raw ability have raised eyebrows around the globe
Analysis
How the Lions found their roar, and disproved a popular Australian theory
In hammering the Western Force, Andy Farrell's tourists disproved the popular theory about the stodgy nature of northern hemispher…
The Reds' 'whimpering' exit shows Super Rugby scrums still matter
Fractures appeared again in the Reds front-row in Christchurch, which could have a damning effect on their Lions tour selection ho…
How university 'alchemy' is powering Bath's treble charge
The underrated but increasingly well-trodden pathway through higher education to elite rugby is being utilised by England's top do…
Interviews
Jamison Gibson-Park profile: 'The shy kid’s voice can now be heard all across the rugby world.'
At 33, the Ireland and probable Lions Test starting scrum-half has matured into one of the world's best players
Kepu Tuipulotu: Adele, choosing England, and his 2029 Lions dream
England U20s' new captain loves lyrical music and cooking, and has been at the centre of clamour to secure his considerable talent…
Underdog to big dog: Joe McCarthy’s journey from school's fourth XV to Lions
The Leinster and Ireland lock spent his teenage years on the edge of obscurity, but his quiet determination has paid off.
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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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