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Opinion
Brett McKay

Familiar sinking feeling means Wallabies must address defensive flaws

Conceding an average of 32 points and four tries a game, Joe Schmidt's Wallabies have issues to resolve before heading to Europe.

Opinion
James Harrington

Made in France: How the 'JIFF' rules transformed French rugby

Home-reared quota systems were not universally popular, but over time their worth has proven vast.

Opinion
Francisco Isaac

Why it's time for the British and Irish Lions to face the Pacific Islands

Fiji, Samoa and Tonga could provide a riveting combined XV to challenge the iconic tourists.

Exclusive
Tom Bradshaw

Christian Wade: 'I still feel sharp, I still feel fast. If anything I feel stronger than before.'

The former Wasps flyer, turned NFL codebreaker is back in the Premiership and chasing records with a big smile on his face

Opinion
Daniel Gallan

Five key questions the Springboks urgently need to answer

Rassie Erasmus helped engineer the first Rugby Championship win in 15 years but there are still areas that need improving

Analysis
Nick Bishop

Does Joe Schmidt need to change his Wallabies captain?

Harry Wilson has handled the role with admirable maturity, but may not be guaranteed a starting spot.

Interview
Mark Orders

Scott Baldwin: 'Mindset is a powerful thing'

The Wales hooker has taken up his first head coach role with his home town club, Bridgend, and he likes to think he's learnt from …

Analysis
Nick Bishop

Why aren't New Zealand's mighty teams scoring like they used to?

No longer are the All Blacks and Black Ferns blowing teams away with ruthless attack.

Opinion
Gavin Mortimer

Vannes the man: Mako Vunipola already a cult-hero in France

The Brittany club has swiftly embraced the ex-England prop in their debut Top 14 campaign.

Opinion
Neil Squires

'The Premiership's values can renew the league's diminished profile'

A solid culture, in contrast to some other sporting events, can help rugby increase its footprint in England.

Opinion
Gregor Paul

How the All Blacks are enduring pain now in readiness for 2027 RWC crusade

The All Blacks have posted mediocre results, by their own high standards, but sunnier uplands await with a crop of gifted youngste…

Opinion
Daniel Gallan

'Beauden Barrett couldn't hold my eye contact' - How the Impi warriors channel South African rugby spirit

These ultra-muscular men who leap before away teams are a visceral symbol of Springbok identity.

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