It’s already being suggested that France v New Zealand will be best World Cup opener ever. But there will be plenty more rugby to savour for the All Blacks in…
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How is Rugby World Cup structured?
If you’re wondering ‘How is Rugby World Cup structured?’ as we head into France 2023, here is a quick breakdown of how things are set to work. Firstly, there are…
The Making of La Rochelle
The reigning European champions, a Top 14 giant and a club unique amongst peers. This is a guide to Stade Rochelais
Watch Thomas Ramos football skills on his own try-line
We’re accustomed to seeing the best of the Thomas Ramos football skills when the Toulouse and France full-back has a shot at goal. During the Six Nations, for example, he…
Will Leinster win Champions Cup playing all knock-out games in Dublin?
It’s a quirk of the way fixtures have been set-up, but after their demolition of Leicester 55-24, it looks like we could see powerhouse Leinster win Champions Cup glory while…
Watch La Rochelle form a wall in funky tap penalty move
The innovative tap penalty move close to the line is well and truly back but the La Rochelle wall did not quite come off for the reigning European champions. Ronan…
France Rugby World Cup jersey unveiled
The France Rugby World Cup jersey has been officially unveiled by the French union and kit supplier le Coq Sportif. The first out of the blocks ahead of the big…
RFU racism investigation finds Luther Burrell’s claims to be true
An RFU investigation has found Luther Burrell’s claims of racism in the sport to be true, leaving the former England centre with a sense of closure. The RFU report published…
Rugby World Cup Greatest Shocks
Owain Jones looks at eight of the biggest Rugby World Cup shocks to take place during the tournament.
Why the Hong Kong Sevens is one of rugby’s greatest events
Here's what you need to know about sevens' crown jewel event