Autumn Internationals Scotland v South Africa preview There has been a lot of mutual respect flying between the Scots and Boks this week as South Africa head to Murrayfield for…
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Lyon back-row Carl Fearns
Lyon’s Liverpudlian back-row Carl Fearns on karaoke, pranks and misadventures in France
Christian Wade Is Swinging For The Fences With NFL Move
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Charles Piutau: “I love razzling out there”
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A Q&A with Saracens’ Marlie Packer and Jackson Wray
As Saracens men and women prepare to defend their English titles, we speak to two back-row stars...
Rugby and the NFL: The exchange of ideas between union and American Football
Rugby and the NFL: The exchange of ideas between union and American Football “I love this example because it encompasses everything,” says Seattle Seahawks linebacker coach John Glenn as he…
Fear Factor: the role of anxiety and fear in rugby
Fear is a significant presence when you’re scaling Everest. But is it the same on a rugby pitch?
Hitting the Bottle: An Investigation into Alcohol Issues in Rugby
Hitting the Bottle: An Investigation into Alcohol Issues in Rugby JAMES HOLBECK played for the Wallabies seven times. But while his injury-hit career ended early, who knows what the centre…
Rugby Pre-Season Guide: Part One
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Rugby Pre-Season Guide: Part Two
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