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My 33-man England 2023 World Cup squad – Andy Goode
Richard Wigglesworth might be toeing the party line by saying England’s game against Wales this weekend isn’t a last chance sa…
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Shuffled Springboks pack could be a masterstroke – Jake White
I remember having a debate with the great Johann Rupert. He had bet me that "the Pumas have beaten the Springboks before". I said:…
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Mick Cleary: My 33-man England squad for France 2023
Steve Borthwick will name his England squad for the Rugby World Cup in a matter of days and there are huge decisions to be made
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It seems the All Blacks have reclaimed their ruthless edge
It’s upsetting to see Australian rugby where it is. For much of my life, the Wallabies were almost as good - and occasionally be…
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Scott Barrett comes of age to boost the All Blacks' World Cup crusade
The performances of Scott Barrett have threatened to break up the legendary partnership of Brodie Retallick and Sam Whitelock
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Los Pumas player ratings vs South Africa | The Rugby Championship
The 22-21 Puma loss saw them struggle with the physical domination of a Springboks team that takes no shortcuts in attack and invo…
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Wallabies player ratings vs New Zealand | Bledisloe Cup
The Wallabies defended stoutly for large periods but a power game from the All Blacks and equally resistant defence kept them ahea…
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All Blacks player ratings vs Australia | Bledisloe Cup
The first Bledisloe match of the year has graced our eyes with the All Blacks prevailing in Melbourne in front of 80,00 fans.
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Ed Slater: Why the Rugby Inheritance Podcast brings out 'honesty, openness, triumphs and disaster'
Ed Slater's Rugby Inheritance Podcast has produced gems of stark emotion and deep reflection that go way beyond the game
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The gnawing doubt at the heart of the Springboks selection policy
If you’re a fan of the Springboks and still in your 20s, you’re in luck. No other side with a realistic shot at winning the Wo…
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Why a Wallabies win over the All Blacks wouldn't be a shock
Should the All Blacks beat the Wallabies? Yes, they should, but it feels like that every time. It's been three years since their l…
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The All Blacks must break type and embrace the driving maul
Seen as plodding and lacking invention, the driving maul has its critics, but if the All Blacks are to succeed in France, they nee…