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Mick Cleary: 'Farrell has proven he has the rugby IQ for Lions task'
Andy Farrell's honesty, personality, charisma and humility means the 2025 tourists will be in good hands.
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Sale's precocious prop talks race, rugby and being read the riot act by his coach.
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South African teams confront club v country conflict in never-ending season
The four franchises may struggle to realise their potential until the global calendar is restructured.
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Can the Tongan Thor inspire Australia's toiling Super Rugby franchises?
The Rebels, who have signed hulking Taniela Tupou, and Western Force have long struggled to put wins together.
Analysis
Why Owen Farrell moving to Paris would be good for English rugby
The flow of talent across the Channel is creating a more sustainable and competitive Premiership.
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Big Bill Mata and the importance of recruitment
The Fijian juggernaut will depart Edinburgh a legend, and an example of looking after your talent.
Opinion
Mick Cleary: 'No team wins without a sense of itself. No team prospers without a good bit of fight in it.'
Steve Borthwick has tweaked his coaching team ahead of the 2024 Six Nations, emboldened by a strong showing in France
Analysis
Which young thrusters could make Wales' Six Nations squad?
How many fresh faces who have caught the eye this season can we expect to see picked by Warren Gatland?
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Why Smith needs a bodyguard and a footballer to thrive for England
Marcus Smith's supporting cast are vital to the young Harlequin's England prospects.
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Is young prince Marcus Smith ready for the England throne?
The electric Harlequin is showing maturity and strategy which will delight Steve Borthwick.
