Opinion
Can the All Blacks regain their aura and maintain their winning legacy?
For a small nation, New Zealand have punched well above their weight for over 100 years but can they retain their dominance for mu…
Opinion
'Mind games, verbal volleys, loaded barbs, anger, aggression. All are key ingredients in Lions vs Wallabies Test series.'
If rugby union doesn't reach all parts of Australia, the Lions' visits rarely offer less than compelling theatre.
Features
Interview
'It was the first time in the whole history of South Africa that black and white people joined in a common goal.'
The exploits of the 1995 World Cup winning side, inspired by Nelson Mandela have spawned South Africa's greatest export; the Sprin…
Opinion
Come in number 55…where to next for England’s revolving-door midfield?
More upheaval in midfield means England will field a 55th different centre combination in 15 years against Argentina next week.
Exclusive
Tom Willis: 'You need an edge, you need to flick that switch once you cross the line.'
The Saracens and England back row talks about the importance of family, his French leave in Bordeaux and love of bagels.
Opinion
A glut of Lions balances the less than rosy state of the Irish rugby garden
While Leinster quenched their trophy drought, there are big summers ahead for Munster, Ulster and Connacht.
Exclusive
Dave Kilcoyne: ‘These days, you can’t really throw a punch because you’ll be caught on the drone footage!’
The retiring Munster legend reminisces about the good old days in what has been a hugely successful career
Star Columns
Can ‘hybrid’ Damian McKenzie lead the All Blacks to a World Cup?
The New Zealand playmaker's backfield frailties in the Super Rugby Pacific final raises further questions over his suitability at …
Ben Kay: 'I get the feeling Aussie pundits have no idea how much the game has changed in the Northern Hemisphere.'
The Lions have work to do but in a pressured environment, the England World Cup winner backs them to meet the Wallaby challenge
'Love him or hate him, Henry Pollock has got the rugby world talking.'
The Northampton and England backrow's confidence, verve and raw ability have raised eyebrows around the globe
Analysis
Springboks in need of a rebuild with prop stocks depleted
Rassie Erasmus accepts that the old order in the front row has to change as a raft of call-up for the 2025 Tests show
The Reds' 'whimpering' exit shows Super Rugby scrums still matter
Fractures appeared again in the Reds front-row in Christchurch, which could have a damning effect on their Lions tour selection ho…
How university 'alchemy' is powering Bath's treble charge
The underrated but increasingly well-trodden pathway through higher education to elite rugby is being utilised by England's top do…
Interviews
Andy Onyeama-Christie: ‘There was a lot of ‘why me?'. I've accepted it now'
The Saracens flanker has endured horrendous luck with injury but is ready to resume his Scotland career.
Sam Davies: 'In Wales every mistake I made was put under the magnifying glass'
Rejuvenated and on course for Top 14 promotion with Grenoble, the Welsh pivot explains why leaving home rekindled his zest for rug…
Underdog to big dog: Joe McCarthy’s journey from school's fourth XV to Lions
The Leinster and Ireland lock spent his teenage years on the edge of obscurity, but his quiet determination has paid off.
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Opinion
25 Six Nations Memorable Moments: 5 to 1
Wales' late, late show, Sexton's drop-goal, Russell's pass, Super Saturday 2015 and Wales' first Slam since 70s, but which is No.1…
Analysis
The Springbok selection experiment is far from over
Rassie Erasmus has named an extended alignment camp which shows the Springboks intend to freshen up an ageing squad
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