A new year and a new edition of Rugby World! The February 2016 issue features big names and big ideas for the coming 12 months. We predict which players are going to be the ‘Stars of 2016’ while Stephen Jones presents his rugby wish-list for the year ahead.
We also have exclusive interviews with Joe Launchbury, Alun Wyn Jones, David Pocock, Luke Fitzgerald, WP Nel and Aaron Mauger, while David Flatman assesses whether a referee’s decision is still sacrosanct.
Here’s a full list of contents – find out where to buy your copy here or you can download the digital edition here.
NEWS
European Champions Cup predictions, 30 Minutes with Mike Phillips, walking rugby, the USA’s new professional league, Hotshots and more
COLUMNISTS
Denis Hickie – The former Ireland wing on the form of the provinces
The Secret Player – An insight into contract negotiations from our former pro
Gerald Davies – The Wales legend wants to see a faster, more athletic game
SPOTLIGHTS
Kieran Brookes – How the England prop has made great strides at Northampton
Greig Laidlaw – The Scotland skipper talks captaincy, Cotter and the Calcutta Cup
Tight tussle: Gloucester’s Greig Laidlaw tries to evade Nick Evans of Harlequins. Photo: Getty Images
Lloyd Williams – The scrum-half on a red-letter day and a case of the Blues
John Muldoon – The record-breaking Connacht man talks through his rugby journey
FEATURES
Joe Launchbury – How the England lock is maturing on and off the pitch
Luke Fitzgerald – The Ireland flier opens up on the highs and lows of recent seasons
WP Nel – Why the South Africa-born prop is putting down roots in Scotland
Alun Wyn Jones – The Wales lock on fatherhood and the future
Rising high: Wales’ Alun Wyn Jones wins a lineout against England. Photo: Getty Images
New Year Wish-list – Stephen Jones reveals the 12 things he’d like to see happen over the coming year
Stars of 2016 – Rugby World picks out 16 players – men and women, sevens and 15s – who are set for a big year
Referees – David Flatman asks if technology is a help or a hindrance to officials
David Pocock – Find out why the Australia back-row has been on safari in Zimbabwe
American Six Nations – A look at the new Pan-American competition from the six countries taking part
Kicking on: Ruan Pienaar has a new business venture with Robbie Diack. Photo: Getty Images
Pienaar and Diack – The Ulster duo on why they are branching out into the wine business
Aaron Mauger – Matt Hampson meets the man reinvigorating Leicester’s attacking game
ADVICE
Pro Insight – Learn to jackal like Sale’s Dan Braid
Nutrition – Ensure you get enough protein in your diet
Fitness – Exercises to help you chop tackle like Dan Lydiate
Pro’s Playbook – London Irish coach Tom Coventry reveals a move used by Sonny Bill Williams
Mini rugby – Play one-on-one and tips on how to grip the ball
REGULARS
Club Focus – A round-up of news from the club game, plus interviews with Australia Sevens star Shannon Parry and Fji coach Chris Cracknell
Essentials – The latest books and products on the rugby market
Uncovered – London Irish’s Matt Symons on going from rowing to rugby
Tour Tale – Ian Gough recalls an eventful team night out
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