Opinion
'Henry Pollock should take heart from naysayers, for only the best are hated'
The English tyro is destroying perceptions and scaling new heights, but his outlandish style was always likely to draw criticism.
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‘Caelan Doris will always have that Mayo stillness - he leads not by decibel but by gravity’
The Leinster back-row brings balance and poise to Ireland, a calming influence amid the storm of Test rugby.
Opinion
France’s golden generation in danger of greying without living up to expectations
Fabien Galthie's men have flattered this Autumn and have looked one-paced and pedestrian, so can they rediscover their va-va-voom?
Opinion
‘The All Blacks are prone to extreme mental paralysis in the 20 minutes after half-time’
New Zealand's loss to England was the latest example of them hitting a 'mental black spot' in the third quarter of matches.
Analysis
How England's 'Pom Squad' are catching up with the Springboks
In following Rassie Erasmus' famous 'Bomb Squad' strategy, England have risen to new levels during the Quilter Nations Series.
Analysis
Scotland misery and Ireland and South Africa's battle for the skies - Autumn Nations standout stats week 3
Scotland have a day to forget, George Ford gives England the perfect tonic and Ireland will be plotting the downfall of the Boks
Opinion
‘If Fin Smith is going to be Ford’s back-up at RWC27, he needs more caps before then’
While George Ford is shaping to be England's No.10 as they build towards RWC27, Fin Smith also needs more opportunities.
Opinion
'Weary Wallabies have become too predictable and easy to unpack on tour'
Australia need to 'find their special sauce' and end 2025 on a high against France after a punishing tour of Europe so far.
Opinion
Why Jasper Wiese is the blunt object keeping the Bok machine purring
The South Africa No 8 may not be the most sophisticated of players but his go-forward is vital to South Africa's gameplan
Analysis
Can Beauden Barrett still win the 'battle for inches' at the 2027 Rugby World Cup?
The all-time great appeared injured and hobbled at Twickenham, where England's tactical clarity and ruthless bench exposed the All…
Opinion
Mick Cleary: 'If only South Africa had been on the fixture list. Then we really would know where this England stand.'
Steve Borthwick finally has a marquee win to show for his efforts and now the task is to build some momentum towards the World Cup
Interview
‘It's brilliant to see someone not deviate from his unique talent’ – Deadly Darcy in numbers
The Scotland star "has stayed true to his natural ability" to become one of the world's most prolific wings.
