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Geoff Parling: An Englishman roasting the Lions?
A star of the 2013 series, the respected former lock is plotting the tourists' demise as Australia's lineout guru.
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Why French rugby would be poorer if Ronan O'Gara leaves La Rochelle
La Rochelle's might was undone by Munster grit but the external influences of coaches like Ronan O'Gara and Shaun Edwards should b…
Features
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How the Gallagher Premiership has become rugby's go-to league for thrill seekers
Once a stodge-a-thon, the English top fight now serves up a deluge of tries, ambition and attacking flair.
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Clermont's comeback gathers pace as fallen European heavyweights plot path to redemption
After the golden years of Rougerie, Parra, Fofana and Keyser, Clermont's fall was swift but there are signs the tide is turning
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Alex Masibaka: 'I was on a stag do in Barcelona when Gregor Townsend called'
The Angouleme bulldozer has charted a remarkable voyage from Western Australia to the senior Scotland squad.
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How does a World Rugby consultant help emerging nations?
Often unseen but hugely influential, these wise rugby owls play a crucial part in growing the sport across the world.
Analysis
'Ulster, though no one wants to admit it, isn't much more than a development province right now.'
A storied rugby institution, the Irish representation from Ulster has fallen away to a trickle in recent years and that is a conce…
Star Columns
Steve Meehan: 'If you start winning, it’s amazing what effect it has on all fans.'
The former Bath and Toulon coach has taken on the challenge of returning Canadian rugby to its former glories
'The decision not to allow Finn Russell back on at Murrayfield was an enlightened one.'
With the heightened awareness around concussion the decision not to send Finn Russell back on the field was significant
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii can be Australia's new cross-code hero
The supremely talented Wallaby has shown he can exceed the levels reached by Israel Folau in a green and gold jersey.
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How does a World Rugby consultant help emerging nations?
Often unseen but hugely influential, these wise rugby owls play a crucial part in growing the sport across the world.
Why the ‘State of Origin’ will have a big say in Schmidt’s Wallabies selection
Saturday's showdown between the Reds and Waratahs is not merely a clash of styles, but an Australia trial into the bargain.
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
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…
'Diversity is a strength. It’s improved Italy’s rugby and I'm all for it.'
Italian nationalism has risen in recent years and coincides with the resurgence of the Azzurri. Are the two linked?
'He annihilated people': How Tom Jordan defied the odds to become a Scotland star
Cast aside in New Zealand, unwanted in England, the Glasgow pivot scrapped for every inch to make it big with his adopted nation.
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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…
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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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