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'Not New Zealand rugby': How would Joseph's brave new All Black world look?
The Highlanders boss looks the leading candidate for rugby's toughest gig, but his tactical strategy may jar with some.
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Thriving at Leicester after years on the move, Billy Searle has found his club
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Wales search for positives as fans are pleaded to keep the faith
There was no lack of effort from Wales but after facing the world's top four nations, they have been left bludgeoned into submissi…
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'It's time for Borthwick and Farrell to pin their colours to the mast at 10'
England and Ireland should select Fin Smith and Jack Crowley respectively, and back each man to lead them to Rugby World Cup 2027.
Opinion
Mick Cleary: 'England are yet to deliver a statement win on the road. Until they do claims they're World Cup contenders must be in question.'
England fans hope a no-show in Murrayfield is just a blip and not the start of a decline in fortunes as the World Cup approaches
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'The Truth' about Lucas Friday, the teenage England scrum-half prospect stunning team-mates in training
England Under-20s scrum-half mentored by Danny Care on his ACL recovery, idols growing up and practicing in the garden with father…
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'I don't think fans understand some of the consequences' – Peter O’Mahony on the worrying trend in modern rugby
Ahead of his punditry debut, the former Ireland captain gives his take on the "circus" surrounding Ireland's fly-half debate
Opinion
Freddie Steward and Fraser Dingwall are quietly becoming crucial for England
Wales thrashing comes with its caveats but the centre and full-back are making real strides in an England shirt
Opinion
Wales brace themselves for French invasion knowing they simply have to do better
The French juggernaut will roll into Cardiff hellbent and demolishing any Welsh resistance and Steve Tandy's men must show smarts …
Opinion
Johnnie Beattie: 'The Calcutta Cup showdown will decide Gregor Townsend's future, or whether it's time for Franco Smith'
Dogged by Scotland's brain fades, poor results and constant Red Bull speculation, this may be do or die for the long-serving coach…
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Opening salvos will dictate Australian Super Rugby Pacific fortunes
With a home World Cup appearing on the horizon, Australia's Super Rugby Pacific franchises know they will be under more scrutiny t…
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Why thriving Mickael Guillard is viewed as a future France captain
Athletic forward who broke through as a back-row excelled in a player-of-the-match display at lock against Ireland
