Analysis
Can Munster shift Ireland's natural order this Six Nations?
Burgeoning stars from the Thomond Park province are threatening Leinster's dominance of the Ireland team.
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Opinion
Rees-Zammit blow and injury crisis leave Wales with Himalayan task
Star winger's exit to NFL and a bloated injury list means Wales need to manage expectations.
Analysis
How the big boys of Europe pulverised England's Champions Cup hopefuls
Brutal lessons have been dished out by La Rochelle, Toulouse and Bordeaux-Begles.
Analysis
Shock call-ups and Lions left out: Scotland Six Nations squad takeaways
Gregor Townsend threw several intriguing curveballs with his Six Nations squad announcement.
Opinion
Grave questions loom for southern hemisphere nations in 2024
Australia, New Zealand and South Africa have significant issues to combat this year.
Opinion
Robertson plays a smart hand on All Blacks eligibility issue
The new coach wants his employers to keep an open mind on a policy which may need revising if New Zealand are to remain successful…
Opinion
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.
Exclusive
Jacob Stockdale: 'I showed Andy Farrell I'm not a diva'
After two years of frustration, the Ulster flying machine is showcasing his vast talent again.
Analysis
Late developer Lucu primed to step into Dupont limelight
Antoine Dupont will be conspicuous by his absence from the Six Nations, but his likely replacement could make life tough for Franc…
Exclusive
Asher Opoku-Fordjour: 'Sale, England, the Lions... I want to do it all'
Sale's precocious prop talks race, rugby and being read the riot act by his coach.
Opinion
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.
Analysis
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.
