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 …
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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
Opinion
The All Blacks must break type and embrace the driving maul
Seen as plodding and lacking invention, the driving maul has its critics, but if the All Blacks are to succeed in France, they nee…
Analysis
How breakdown fury can boost Australia's odds against All Blacks
The breakdown needs to be a contest in Melbourne if the Wallabies want to have any chance of besting the All Blacks.
Exclusive
Rugby World Cup stories: Facing Jonah
What was it really like to face Jonah Lomu, rugby's game-changing phenomenon, in the 1995 World Cup?
Interview
Julian Montoya: 'My dream was to play one game, now I'm playing in a third World Cup'
Julian Montoya watched the 2007 Pumas train on his school pitches. Now, he aims to emulate them.
Interview
'The door is open to good, influential foreign players'
New Reds coach Less Kiss has been tinkering with roster puzzles since his appointment.
Opinion
Are the All Blacks heading for a repeat of their classic World Cup blunder?
The All Blacks have too often gone into the World Cup without a specialist fullback wearing the No 15 jersey.
Analysis
Why there's already reason to believe in Eddie Jones' Wallabies
On the evidence of two matches, the Wallabies tight five could quick become a major force in world rugby.
Exclusive
Cadan Murley: 'Scoring tries is about confidence'
In the mix for an England squad spot, the in-form Harlequins wing is desperate to propel the squad to World Cup glory
