Opinion
Ireland’s summer tour of first and last chances as debate swirls over absentees
With 15 players away with the Lions, a host of debutants are set to be unleashed on Ireland's summer tour.
Interview
'We endure, we fight to survive - that's who we are': Welcome to the Basque Country
A unique blend of national pride and sporting passion, the Basque Country remains one of rugby's most special frontiers.
Features
Opinion
Brendan Fanning: 'Lancaster is unique in the list of Connacht coaches that will have an immediately positive effect on morale'
The recruitment of the former England and Leinster head coach brought a frisson of excitement to Connacht fans of sunnier times ah…
Exclusive
Alfie Barbeary: 'When I was younger I was painful, I'd have hated to coach me'
With his mop of curls and barnstorming carries, the number eight has emerged as a central figure in Bath's treble bid.
Analysis
Broken hand or not, Richie Mo'unga is still New Zealand's best 10
The New Zealand rugby hierarchy should try and try again to bring the former Crusaders playmaker and recently crowned Japanese cha…
Opinion
Why Steve Diamond should be in the running for Premiership DoR of the year
Other coaches have endured headache, but amid slashed budgets, talent drain and a club for sale, Diamond's season has been an endl…
Opinion
Fans flock to France’s ‘formidable’ ProD2 as English second tier plays catch-up
With former Test stars and record crowds, the ProD2 is a showcase for French rugby as the play-offs begin.
Star Columns
‘Title win could set Chiefs up to build a Super Rugby dynasty’
With a sweeping style, strong culture and host of top players locked in, everything is in place for the Chiefs to dominate Super R…
'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
What the data tells us about the make-up of the 2025 British and Irish Lions squad
Andy Farrell has picked a squad rich in age and experience and the hope is they don't get run off their feet Down Under
Analysis
Why the Gallagher Premiership is setting the gold standard in club rugby
With high ball-in-play time and success stories at Test level, England's top flight delivers an excellent product - despite its fi…
Retiring Care and Youngs leave worthy legacy to emerging England scrum-halves
England's new generation of No.9s will have to go some to match the class and durability of retiring duo.
From an uncertain position, Barrett and McKenzie are the All Blacks' key playmakers
They may once have felt unwanted by the national setup, but the two playmakers are now front and centre in the New Zealand backlin…
Interviews
James Ramm: Backflips, Bambi and the biggest game of my life
Once a gymnast with Olympic goals, the Northampton Saints flyer is relishing his shot at Investec Champions Cup glory.
David Gérard: Rebuilding Romania via Lomu, blood and broken hips
The rambunctious Frenchman has charted a remarkable voyage in rugby, and steered the struggling Stejarii to World Cup qualificatio…
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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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