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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…

Opinion
Gavin Mortimer

‘In rugby we need something new’: Lions tour to France gaining traction

Sporting and financial interests mean the French rugby federation is open to the possibility of a future Lions tour.

Analysis
Nick Bishop

'The Wallabies only have themselves to blame': How the Lions sunk Australia in Melbourne

The focus on a refereeing decision masks errors in Joe Schmidt's selections and tactics which cost Australia the Lions series.

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.

Opinion
Brett McKay

Lessons the Wallabies must heed to turn Lions heartbreak into future success

The manner of their Second Test defeat by the Lions was shattering but exposed some of Australia's own weaknesses.

Opinion
Mick Cleary

Mick Cleary: 'The MCG gave us the occasion we craved. It gave us memories. And that is priceless.'

The British & Irish Lions staged a magnificent 18-point comeback to break Wallaby hearts and win the Series

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…

Analysis
Pat McCarry

Hugo Keenan: From high school 'D' team to British and Irish Lions immortality

Once omitted from the Leinster sub-academy, the Ireland full-back has taken a long and arduous road to a fairytale moment Melbourn…

Opinion
Pat McCarry

How the Lions' injury-dogged 'Jukebox' Tadhg Furlong is still producing great hits

Despite a heavily disrupted season, Ireland's cornerstone tighthead is rolling back the years Down Under as he prepares to start a…

Opinion
Gregor Paul

Half-back depth is the flaw in 'Razor's' 4-4-4 Rugby World Cup plan

The All Blacks are stacked at least four deep in most positions, but Scott Robertson will be concerned by his options in the playm…

Opinion
Ben Kay

Ben Kay: 'I've never seen a Lions team attack so well; Finn Russell is unplayable'

Using a basic attack shape which has been around for years, the tourists are giving their Scottish supremo an armchair ride.

Analysis
Nick Bishop

Harness Skelton's might and move Sua'ali'i: How the Wallabies can fix things for Test two

Australia need more power and a better outlet for Joseph-Aukuso Sua'ali'i's skills if they are to level the British and Irish Lion…