Opinion
Why the Bledisloe Cup's future could be decided by a fly-half arms race
New Zealand and Australia have the crucial task of developing callow play-makers on their next Rugby World Cup cycles.
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Why resurgent Italy will 'knock some heads' in the next four years
Italy's revamped youth pathway should make the next four years "wonderful" for the Azzurri, says the man who made it happen.
Opinion
Mick Cleary: 'Only way is up for death-by-data England'
England fans will have every digit crossed after Steve Borthwick named his World Cup squad, writes Mick Cleary.
Opinion
All Blacks don't need any 'favours' from Wallabies in Dunedin
After a tough few years, the All Blacks aren't in need of any further 'adversity' ahead of the Rugby World Cup.
Analysis
Why the Jones era has gotten off to the worst possible start for Wallabies
Australia were well and truly beaten in every facet that counts in their winless Rugby Championship campaign.
Opinion
Mick Cleary: My 33-man England squad for France 2023
Steve Borthwick will name his England squad for the Rugby World Cup in a matter of days and there are huge decisions to be made
Interview
Ireland's World Cup failures laced with perspective and building blocks to a better future
Ireland's World Cup story is one of disappointment but out of quarter-final failures have come plans that have changed the game fo…
Opinion
Scott Barrett comes of age to boost the All Blacks' World Cup crusade
The performances of Scott Barrett have threatened to break up the legendary partnership of Brodie Retallick and Sam Whitelock
Analysis
Which England flyers will make Steve Borthwick's 33-man squad?
An in-depth look at the metrics of each England wing vying for World Cup squad selection shows just how hard the head coach's job …
Analysis
Springbok fly-half headache persists as World Cup looms large
The ongoing absence of Handre Pollard is causing furrowed brows within the Springbok camp, as back-up options vie for his shirt
Opinion
Ed Slater: Why the Rugby Inheritance Podcast brings out 'honesty, openness, triumphs and disaster'
Ed Slater's Rugby Inheritance Podcast has produced gems of stark emotion and deep reflection that go way beyond the game
Analysis
Can budding genius Finn Russell make the most of his career-defining Bath move?
Finn Russell's move to Bath could determine whether he fulfils his prodigious gifts and he has the support network to thrive
