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Rugby legends say final tearful farewell to Jonah Lomu
Jonah Lomu was given an emotional and, at times humourous send-off from former All Black and former mentor, Eric Rush, as the giant All Black was laid to rest at…
French rugby seeks to return to normality
Racing 92 host Toulouse on Saturday afternoon. It will be an emotional occasion, the first professional rugby match to be played in the Parisian region since the murderous ISIS attacks…
Poll: Who should captain England during the Six Nations?
With Eddie Jones taking over as the head coach of England, there are sure to be some big changes at Twickenham. Chiefly amongst them, many believe, is with his choice…
Eddie Jones uncovered: insights into the man hired to rescue England
What are we to make of England’s first foreign head coach? Rugby World interviewed the chirpy Australian last year when his sights were set on making an impact with Japan…
Eddie Jones will bring hard work and straight-talking to England role
By Rich Freeman If any of the England players want to know what their new boss is like then they could do a lot worse than contact Toshiaki Hirose. The…
England name Eddie Jones as head coach
England have named 55-year-old Australian Eddie Jones as their head coach. He becomes the side’s first ever foreign coach. The well-travelled Jones has signed a four-year deal which begins in…
Richie McCaw retires as the All Blacks ‘greatest ever’
Imagine you’re taking your seat about to take flight. You’re a little nervous of flying. What would soothe your nerves faster than a stiff drink. Probably the words, ‘this is…
Reaction: Rugby world mourns Jonah Lomu
The rugby world was saddened to hear of the sudden death of All Blacks legend Jonah Lomu, in the early hours of Wednesday morning. The imposing winger first crashed onto…
All Black legend Jonah Lomu passes away aged 40
I last saw Jonah Lomu in London this September at a sponsors event for the Rugby World Cup. He was bedecked in a sharp blue suit, dapper brown brogues, yet…