Opinion
Last chance saloon arrives for All Blacks loose forwards
With the axe hanging ominously over the All Blacks loose forwards, the next month will prove crucial.
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All Blacks exactly where they need to be as key cavalry arrives
The All Blacks were out-muscled by the Springboks - but they were also stripped of some key figures.
Opinion
USA and Wales important stops on All Blacks' world tour
There are some very good reasons for the All Blacks' visit to America.
Interview
Can Wales lift the All Black cloud of despair?
Wales are big underdogs against the All Blacks but their 92-cap lock Gareth Llewellyn believes they have to go in with no fear in …
Interview
Rejuvenated James O'Connor primed for jersey dogfight
James O'Connor is returning to where he turned his life around.
Analysis
Leicester Tigers show their muscle
Leicester Tigers underlined their notable renaissance, Worcester Warriors wilted under a Saints bombardment and Wales' omitted sta…
Opinion
Why the USA can take heart from Japan's improvement
There are some parallels between the USA and Japan, even if their rugby development is years apart.
Opinion
History won't repeat itself with new All Blacks lock Josh Lord
Josh Lord isn't the first Taranaki second-rower to be plucked from relative obscurity into the All Blacks.
Interview
'I dreamed of being a farmer': Vaea Fifita's Tongan odyssey
From stark poverty and family strife to the summit of professional rugby, this is Vaea Fifita's story.
Fresh faces will give England a new look
Eddie Jones has named a squad full of vim and vigour for the Autumn Series and there are names to excite every England fan
Opinion
Chance arrives for Japan to prove Rugby Championship mettle
The Brave Blossoms have yet to prove they can compete with the speed of the Wallabies or All Blacks.
Gareth Baber talks Fijian hostels, 3am meetings, Olympic gold and Edinburgh
From a 3am near-sacking to Olympic sevens gold, Gareth Baber brings hard-earned Fijian wisdom to his new role at Edinburgh.
