George Kruis

Drink up! England’s George Kruis celebrates with the Six Nations trophy. Photo: Getty Images

The latest issue of Rugby World celebrates England’s Six Nations Grand Slam triumph, as well as that of Wales U20, and looks at where all six countries stand ahead of the summer tours. On top of that expert analysis, we have exclusive interviews with the likes of George Kruis, Rhys Webb, John Barclay and Andrew Trimble.

Plus, as the Olympics near ever closer, we meet a player chasing glory with Brazil and get the lowdown on the Vancouver Sevens. Stephen Jones lays out his plan to make rugby safer, Nick Evans looks at the different skill levels between the northern and southern hemisphere, and we chart Richmond’s rise back to the upper echelons of English rugby.

Here’s a full list of contents – find out where to buy your copy here or you can download the digital edition here.

NEWS

What’s next for the Grand Slammers? We look ahead to England’s summer tour and Wales’ assault on the U20 World Cup. Plus, your views on shaking up the Six Nations, Jake Ball on Judgement Day IV, 30 Minutes with England Women’s hooker Amy Cokayne, Hotshots and more

COLUMNISTS

Paul Grayson – The 2003 Grand Slam winner gives his verdict on the Class of 2016

The Secret Player – Our former pro reveals what post-tournament celebrations are like

Nick Evans – Harlequins’ Kiwi fly-half on the North v South debate

SPOTLIGHTS

Jack Nowell – The Six Nations-winning wing is now chasing trophies with the Chiefs

Andrew Trimble – The winger ponders recent ups and downs with Ulster and Ireland

Andrew Trimble

Step up: Andrew Trimble in Six Nations action against Scotland. Photo: Getty Images

Peter Horne – Scotland’s versatile back talks sports, spices and speed of thought

Bradley Davies – The lock explains why he loves the attacking style of Wasps and Wales

FEATURES

Six Nations review – Former England fly-half Stuart Barnes gives his verdict on the Grand Slam and the state of play in all six countries

George Kruis – Find out how England’s lineout master almost slipped through the net

Ireland – We assess what the future looks like for both the national team and the provinces

John Barclay – Why the Scarlets flanker is making the most of his latest Scotland chance

Rhys Webb – We get to know what the Wales scrum-half is like on and off the pitch

Rhys Webb

Back in the groove: Rhys Webb returned to the Wales line-up last month. Photo: Getty Images

How to make rugby safer – Our columnist Stephen Jones addresses the ‘no tackling in schools’ debate and puts forward a plan to reduce rugby’s risks

Champions Cup – Who stood out in the stats stakes during the European pool stages?

Richmond – We catch up with the club as they bid for promotion to the Championship

Brazil – Meet the multi-talented Brazil Sevens player Juliano Fiori

Vancouver Sevens – Find out how the new Canada leg of the HSBC World Sevens Series went

REGULARS

Club focus – A round-up of news from grass-roots clubs across the country as well as exclusive interviews with Scotland Sevens star Jamie Farndale and Ireland Women’s icon Lynne Cantwell

Jamie Farndale

Jump to it: Will Scotland’s Jamie Farndale make it into Team GB? Photo: Getty Images

Essentials – Book reviews and new products on the rugby market

UncoveredExeter’s Thomas Waldrom on fitness, athletics and the Chiefs’ ‘Cookie Club’

Tour Tale – Lineout calls go awry in Canada

ADVICE

Pro InsightWorcester defence coach Simon Cross explains how to increase your line speed

Nutrition – Former Ireland scrum-half Peter Stringer serves up a nutritious salmon dish

Fitness – Exercises to help you rip the ball like a pro

Pro Playbook – A high-tempo attack move from Harlequins’ Brian Holland

Mini Rugby – Play breakout tag rugby and learn how to take and give

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