Attacking the underbelly
Modern defences have forced an attacking re-think and the Hurricanes have a new trick up their sleeve.
Ben Smith
RugbyPass analyst
A former financial analyst & auditor in retail banking, Ben is a columnist at RugbyPass specialising in opinion-based analysis, breaking down rugby as he sees it, to uncover what professional teams are trying to do around the world.
Striving for perfection
England’s attack has been a work-in-progress since the heroics of 2019, so can they re-find their mojo?
Missing ingredient
Scotland have the players to cause plenty of damage but their rigid game plan is hampering their attack.
Redpath to success
Scotland’s seemingly hopeless search for a permanent midfield fixture may finally be over.
Ferocious Pumas
Right from the third minute of Argentina’s win over New Zealand, the Pumas’ intent was clear.
Hard truths
The All Blacks’ dominance is slipping away and the NZ youth may not be ready for the challenge ahead.
Defensive horror show
After two relatively safe showings, the Wallabies’ defence fell apart in Sydney. What went wrong?
Power transition
The All Blacks changed tack and used their ball carriers to overwhelm the Wallabies in Bledisloe II.
Same old All Blacks
Despite a new head coach, not much has changed for the All Blacks, tactically speaking.
The Springboks pattern
Will the Springboks change up their tactics from the World Cup when the Lions come to SA?