Lancaster’s final challenge England’s clash with South Africa tomorrow afternoon offers more than a second shot at conquering one of the world’s top two sides this autumn. The Twickenham showdown…
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WE THINK in generalities but live in detail, wrote an English philosopher. It’s a creed that Joe Schmidt has taken to heart, the New Zealander’s latest triumph as Ireland coach…
You can still get Rugby World Cup tickets!
IF YOU were disappointed when the results of the Rugby World Cup 2015 ticket ballot dropped into your inbox, then don’t despair – you still have a chance to go…
Autumn International player analysis: Anthony Watson, England
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Meet our Lucozade Sport competition winners!
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‘Game management’ is one of modern rugby’s buzz-phrases. It can often feel fluffy – as though the user has heard it in television commentary and fancies rolling out an intangible gem…
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Wales v Australia: Talking points
Wales lose in the last few minutes…again When the Millennium Stadium next undergoes a refit, I am going to place a bid for the big screen/ digital clock, take it…
Ireland v South Africa talking points
Ireland are building strength in depth There was a lot of doom and gloom in the build up to this game with column inches devoted to Ireland’s long injury list…