Analysis
Bok to the future
New-look South Africa will be more than bomb squads and box kicks as they chase a three-peat.
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Analysis
How Queensland Reds can spark Schmidt's Wallaby revolution
A Les Kiss game plan will showcase the Reds' top talents and underpin the work of the new Australia boss.
Opinion
Open-minded Schmidt takes hands-on approach to Australia challenge
Joe Schmidt has been doing due diligence on the Wallabies even before he officially starts in the role.
Opinion
Elder statesman Barrett poised to retain key role in Robertson's All Blacks
The World Cup final appeared to be Beauden Barrett's last act with New Zealand, but he is set to remain an integral figure.
Analysis
Portugal v Spain: History and controversy collide in rivalry for the ages
Clashes between the Iberian brothers always produce a rich and resonant backdrop.
Interview
Eddie O'Sullivan: 'One win in the Five Nations was considered a good year'
The revolution in Irish rugby in the last decade and a half has transformed a squad of also-rans into a side other countries aspir…
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Our friends in the North
Yorkshire has produced an abundance of talent for the English rugby team and it is a county with rich seams of talent
Opinion
Why serial underachievers Racing 92 spend big and win little
Galacticos keep swarming to Paris on eye-popping salaries, yet the storied club have almost nothing to show for their millions.
Opinion
Is New Zealand in danger of giving trade secrets to main rivals?
The continual loss of Kiwi coaching expertise to competitors could come back to bite the All Blacks
Exclusive
Can Romania awake from deep and disheartening slumber?
The Oaks have fallen a long way from the glory days of the 1980s, and face an uncertain future.
Opinion
The White Hole of Calcutta
Scotland, inspired by Duhan van der Merwe, are becoming a serious problem for England, after another tub-thumping victory
Opinion
Mick Cleary: 'England fans are entitled to be grumpy and weary'
Steve Borthwick's men fumbled the ball, tried to play too much rugby and were ultimately undone by Duhan van der Merwe's brillianc…
