| 16 |
Letters |
| 19 |
The Directory
All the international fixtures coming your way in the next year, plus the pools for the European competitions |
| 20 |
Sidelines
Get the inside track on the summer tours and the U20s World Cup from those in the middle of the action, plus two Tri-Nations stars go head-to-head |
| 25 |
Columnists
Cleary, Williams and Chalmers |
| 38 |
Spotlights
Meet Toby Flood, Matt Mustchin, Jamie Roberts and Jonathan Sexton |
| 48 |
James Haskell
One of the main men in New Zealand on the way forward for
England |
| 54 |
Shane Williams
The Wales wing is in the form of his life and insists there is more to come |
| 60 |
Chris Paterson
The Scottish record-breaker is going back home with new goals in sight |
| 66 |
Denis Leamy
The back-rower believes Ireland must now focus on their mental strength |
| 72 |
Super Rugby
To stop the exodus of stars to Europe, SANZAR have devised a startling plan |
| 80 |
Stephen Jones
England need urgent attention if they are to prevent any further decline |
| 84 |
Three Wise Men
What's next on the Wales to-do list for Warren Gatland and his deputies |
| 92 |
Declan Kidney
Has the media-shy new coach got what it takes to lead Ireland to glory? |
| 98 |
Nick Evans
The latest All Black heading north is aiming for success at Harlequins |
| 104 |
Percy Montgomery
Will the Springbok make history by meeting the Lions twice in his career? |
| 108 |
The Name Game
Rugby World reveals the players who have inspired unusual namesakes |
| 115 |
The Big Debate
Read the experts views, then cast your vote on the controversial ELVs |
| 118 |
Adams Family
Meet the man behind a thriving rugby scene in the Cayman Islands |
| 122 |
Tackle the Globe
We visit an LA rugby team with something of a celebrity following |
| 127 |
Fitness Factory
The hard work starts here for the six lucky Rugby World readers |
| 140 |
Technical Zone
An ELV masterclass to get you clued up, plus speed and quickness advice |
| 144 |
Armchair Zone
Book reviews and product news |
| 146 |
Frank Keating
With Geech at the helm, next year's Lions tour is back in safe hands |
