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Why Frans Malherbe is a world great
It goes without saying that South Africa have a very powerful scrum. It’s part of their DNA. And it’s a mindset thing from one to eight, not just the front…
Who is Canan Moodie? Ten facts about the Springbok flier
For anyone late to the young career of Canan Moodie, early impressions of the lightning back may come as a bit of a surprise. But the ‘average’ player has blossomed…
Who is Ben Tameifuna? Ten things you need to know about the Tongan tighthead
Tongan prop Ben Tameifuna was famously stood down by his then-French club Racing 92, after returning from the 2019 World Cup in Japan weighing an unhealthy 160kg. Related: Tonga Rugby…
Is this the next superstar centre for the Springboks?
The move to start Canan Moodie at No 13 has been on the cards for some time. Since joining the wider Springbok training group in July 2022, the youngster has…
Meet rugby referee Nic Berry
The Australian official talks Lions, lifts and league
Billy Vunipola ban comes in hot on the heels of Farrell decision
The Billy Vunipola ban for a high shot on Andrew Porter in England’s Rugby World Cup warm-up has been set at three Test matches – but will come down to…
Farrell banned for two games at Rugby World Cup
The England captain will miss matches against Argentina and Japan
History made as Wales name World Cup squad without a single Jones
The Wales squad has featured a player with the surname Jones at every men’s Rugby World Cup since 1987 – until this one. Warren Gatland is famed for his ability…
“I’m gobsmacked” – All Black Dane Coles reacts to Steve Hansen’s new job
World Cup-winning former All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen has a new job – and it’s one that has flummoxed his former charges. It turns out that Hansen is helping…