Rugby’s most destructive runners
The XV investigates the game’s most influential ball carriers in the last 12 months
Defence against the dark arts
The All Blacks are no strangers to filth and yet they have no love of the enforcer.
Man behind the mask
Unorthodox, scary, driven… everyone coached by Eddie Jones has a story to tell
Features
Man behind the mask
Unorthodox, scary, driven… everyone coached by Eddie Jones has a story to tell
Rugby’s greatest mismatch
The man set to replace Warren Gatland almost produced one of the greatest upsets of the modern era.
Selection battles
The wait for the call from your coach to inform you if you’re in or out is agonising
Patriot games
The question of eligibility is an emotive subject in the world of international rugby
Closing time
English rugby needs to make sobering call for last orders on promotion and relegation
Star Columns
Man in the middle
The pressure to make the right decisions as a referee is at a tipping point
The art of wing play
Chris Ashton discusses the precious ability to score tries, again and again
Can this man make 2023?
Justin Marshall gives his thoughts on whether Aaron Smith can reach the next World Cup
Opinion & Analysis
Same old All Blacks
Despite a new head coach, not much has changed for the All Blacks, tactically speaking.
Trouble brewing
Andy Farrell needs to deliver a Six Nations title if he wants to be the toast of Ireland
Editor’s Choice
Taking a stand
Ashton Hewitt has found his voice and is determined to call out racist bigots
The pain game
Dave Ewers has overcome eviction, injuries and self-doubt to be on the cusp of glory
The XV Video
Paul Mullen: The Islander
The incredible story of Paul Mullen, the Irishman who packed down for the USA at tighthead at last year’s World Cup finals in Japan.
The 28-year-old – who has won 18 caps since making a 2018 Test debut – is currently stranded at his family home on Inis Mór, the largest of the three Aran Islands.
Beyond 80 | Knocked
Beyond 80 takes an unflinching look at the reality of concussion in rugby.
‘Knocked’ sees players, referees, medics and the sport’s bodies give a unique insight into the condition and what’s being done to combat it.
Podcasts
The XV – Rugby History
A podcast about the history of rugby and it’s roots in different countries, narrated by historian Tony Collins.
Footy Great Podcast
Former All Blacks media manager and Crowd Goes Wild host, Ric Salizzo, interviews legends of the game.
The XV – Ben Kimber
Ben Kimber explores some of the key topics in Australian rugby past and present, including interviews with the biggest names in the sport.
The XV Contributors
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Home run
New Zealand is confident it will host a record breaking World Cup next year.
Wow factor
Unorthodox but brilliant, Scott Robertson wants a job with the British and Irish Lions.
Seventh wonder
Sevens could be the tool to rebuild the Wallabies into the world force they once were.
Dream ticket
Fiji have assembled a gifted coaching team. Is a world rankings rise on the cards?
Race against time
Jacques Nienaber says his Springboks are playing catch-up but the Lions should be wary
Tough love
Eddie Jones tormented his pool of hookers when he was coach of the Wallabies.
End of an era
Super Rugby Aotearoa engaged fans but broke the players and may not be the long term answer for NZ.
French education
Gabriel Ibitoye left Harlequins for a new challenge and he’s making headlines at Agen
No Regrets
Mike Brown isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but the long-serving fullback makes no apologies
Family guy
Imhoff is a father figure for Racing’s band of brothers in Champions Cup showpiece
Powered by pain
Losing to England means the All Blacks start a new era with a pain that will fuel them for years.
Mind games
Racing 92 attack coach Mike Prendergast explains Finn Russell’s modus operandi
Father and son
What is it that makes the bond between a father and a son so special?
It’s a knockout
Two heavyweights are ready to trade blows in a punchy Gallagher Premiership final
Cowboy boots
Gopperth is the sheriff in town as Wasps prepare for final showdown
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