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Opinion

Mick Cleary: 'These blokes have done the jersey proud, with their buy-in and with their relish.'

Andy Farrell will have been frustrated by the Sydney loss but in time can look back on a successful Lions Series in Australia

Mick Cleary
Opinion

Andy Farrell left with tough Ireland decisions to make after mixed Lions Tour

The Ireland head coach has played a smart hand in Australia but there are question marks over the longevity of some of his trusted…

Pat McCarry

Features

Opinion
Gregor Paul

Why the All Blacks' fortunes are inexorably linked to the fate of their age-grade sides

New Zealand rugby was buoyed by the return to the final for their Baby Blacks and hope the talent production line is whirring back…

Analysis
Nick Bishop

'The success of Skelton, Hooper and Tupou should trigger a rethink on Australia’s overseas selection criteria'

The last two Tests against the Lions showed the Wallabies can't afford to be without their top talents.

Interview
Mark Orders

‘There are coaches who make you believe in yourself more than ever. Steve is one of those’

Steve Tandy's in-tray as Wales' head coach is overflowing, but his authenticity should serve his country well.

Analysis
Nick Bishop

Pocket rockets who lit up Junior Boks’ WC triumph show stars are aligned in SA game

The emphasis on speed and agility at scrum-half and in the back three showed the cohesion between U20s and the Springboks.

Analysis
Francisco Isaac

The forgotten art of the drop goal - and how it's making a comeback

The iconic three-point skill enshrined in English sporting folklore by Jonny Wilkinson has declined in recent years. There are sig…

Star Columns

Ben Kay

Ben Kay: 'I think Tom Curry will go down as a Lions great and he’s only just turned 27.'

The furore over the Jac Morgan clearout has put rugby on the front and back pages in Australia and that is important for its profi…

Nick Bishop

Can ‘hybrid’ Damian McKenzie lead the All Blacks to a World Cup?

The New Zealand playmaker's backfield frailties in the Super Rugby Pacific final raises further questions over his suitability at …

Gavin Mortimer

'Love him or hate him, Henry Pollock has got the rugby world talking.'

The Northampton and England backrow's confidence, verve and raw ability have raised eyebrows around the globe

Analysis

Francisco Isaac

'Impossible not to be emotional': How Ian Prior came out of retirement to help Zimbabwe end Rugby World Cup drought

The veteran Australian playmaker, born to Zimbabwean parents, answered the call of his heritage nation and has helped them reach t…

Sam Larner

Why bonafide ball carriers can help any rugby attack

The addition of Will Skelton and Rob Valetini showed how important ball-carriers are in changing the shape of one's attack

Neil Squires

Joe Heyes' coming of age has wiped out a key England weakness

The Leicester prop has charted a slow rise to international recognition, but his excellent displays in Argentina have assuaged any…

Interviews

Owain Jones

Richard Whiffin: 'I 100 per-cent believe Wales has the talent to thrive.'

The Wales U20 team take on England at the World Championship with the wider development path under scrutiny

Garry Doyle

Jamison Gibson-Park profile: 'The shy kid’s voice can now be heard all across the rugby world.'

At 33, the Ireland and probable Lions Test starting scrum-half has matured into one of the world's best players

Jamie Lyall

Kepu Tuipulotu: Adele, choosing England, and his 2029 Lions dream

England U20s' new captain loves lyrical music and cooking, and has been at the centre of clamour to secure his considerable talent…

Editor's Choice

Opinion

25 Six Nations Memorable Moments: 5 to 1

Wales' late, late show, Sexton's drop-goal, Russell's pass, Super Saturday 2015 and Wales' first Slam since 70s, but which is No.1…

Bryn Palmer   Jamie Lyall   Neil Squires   Owain Jones   Pat McCarry
Analysis

The Springbok selection experiment is far from over

Rassie Erasmus has named an extended alignment camp which shows the Springboks intend to freshen up an ageing squad

Jon Cardinelli

RugbyPass Contributors

Daniel Gallan

Daniel Gallan

'The Boks will go again. It is what they do.'

In sport, there can only be one winner and at the Stade de France, France mourned for its stars, while South Africans rejoiced for…

Mick Cleary

Mick Cleary

Mick Cleary: 'Why not organise a Lions tour to South America'

The presence of three South American countries at the World Cup for the first time raises hopes that one day, the Lions will tour …

David Ferguson

David Ferguson

Scotland left to wonder what might have been

Scotland were outplayed and outshone by an Ireland side playing like World Cup-winners elect, so how can they bridge the gap?

Nick Bishop

Nick Bishop

Why Ireland are in the best possible position to pip the All Blacks in Paris

Against Scotland, Ireland gave some strong clues as to why they are such a resourceful and cohesive bunch.

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