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Sexton ban doesn’t seem outrageous to me – Andy Goode
It won’t go down well in the court of public opinion and social media but I think the independent disciplinary committee got the…
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All Blacks XV player ratings vs Brave Blossoms
The All Blacks XV had an entertaining 41-27 win over Japan in sticky conditions in Tokyo with All Blacks XV centre Billy Procter a…
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Spanking an old Springboks side not the best yardstick
Starting Malcom Marx would be a help to South Africa. As would picking some of the more youthful personnel, who beat Australia in …
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It's time for a rethink for the New Zealand U20s after another low finish
Since winning the first four World Championships between 2008 and 2011, New Zealand has only won twice since 2015 and has missed t…
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All Blacks win the battle over bumbling Boks but they want the war
Whilst the greatest bench of all-time did blunt the All Blacks attack and arrest the momentum, you can't bring nukes into this cou…
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Los Pumas player ratings vs Wallabies | 2023 Rugby Championship
Los Pumas certainly enjoy playing in Parramatta, beating the All Blacks in 2020 and remaining unbeaten against the Wallabies after…
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Wallabies player ratings vs Los Pumas | 2023 Rugby Championship
The Wallabies have fallen to their second loss in as many Tests under new coach Eddie Jones, with the men in gold losing to Argent…
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All Blacks player ratings vs Springboks | The Rugby Championship
The All Blacks went one step closer to securing the Rugby Championship with a 35-20 win over the Springboks at Mt Smart Stadium in…
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Why rugby is better for its reliance on analysis and data
Rugby analysis will not lift you emotionally during a game but it will help you understand the game's intricacies and foibles
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The most crucial match for the Wallabies' World Cup hopes has arrived
The most influential prop in Australian rugby is set to play his first match in eight months on Saturday.
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The Springboks have one hand on the Rugby Championship trophy
The Springboks are sitting pretty in the box seat to claim the Rugby Championship title for the first time in four years after the…
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The great strength that makes the Springboks the envy of the world
Let’s start with the players who are absent. Siya Kolisi, the most inspirational leader in world rugby and one of the most dynam…