Opinion
A sad farewell to the Bard of Monmouth
The passing of Eddie Butler has shocked the rugby community, who will mourn his rich baritone, linguistic dexterity and most impor…
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Opinion
Will the All Blacks prosper from another happy accident?
The All Blacks have generally improved this year as a result of their injuries.
Analysis
Evolution in the east, revolution in the west as Scotland's teams gear up
Straight-talking Franco Smith must revitalise Glasgow Warriors while at Edinburgh, Mike Blair aims to build on the promise of last…
Interview
Martin Anayi: 'As a rugby fan, I would like it all to be in one place. I can't be the only one.'
The URC has added the South African provinces and sought investment as far afield as India and Qatar, its CEO Martin Anayi says ru…
Analysis
Dupont or Ollivon? The battle to be the boss of Les Bleus
French rugby is on a roll and head coach Fabien Galthie now has to choose his captain for the World Cup, it's a straight shoot-out…
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Matt Fagerson: 'At Glasgow we lost part of our DNA. Our work ethic was questioned'
Matt Fagerson laments Glasgow's identity crisis as he talks brotherhood, marriage, social media abuse and why size doesn't matter.
Analysis
How the north have gained parity and taken control of the rugby world
The raw stats tell a very different story from the tale they would have narrated 20 years ago.
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Will Rowlands: 'I don't see why we shouldn't be competing to be the best team in Wales'
The Dragons lock was one of Wales' best players last season and he is in a bullish mood ahead of the URC season
Analysis
Culture, schooling and community supercharge the SA rugby conveyor belt
Schools rugby is South Africa is revered around the game and many argue it has the best system in the world for future professiona…
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Theo McFarland: 'We didn't have a rugby ball - we used a Pepsi bottle filled with banana leaves'
Theo McFarland grew up playing rugby with a Pepsi bottle. He has been a debt collector and a basketballer. This is his journey to …
Analysis
Who are the Premiership stars backing to shine?
The Premiership season is about to get underway, so who are the club legends backing to turn in a big season for the fans?
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Raymond Rhule: 'Rugby refuses to tap into personality, players must be seen and not heard'
Raymond Rhule wishes rugby embraced its sparkling characters, rather than shunning them.
