Understanding Nigeria rugby So fervid is Khaled Babbou that he calls back right away. The Rugby Africa president had been sent a question about rugby in Nigeria and the shock…
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Is fly-half still rugby’s most important position?
No 10s have long been revered, such as Jonny Wilkinson, Dan Carter, and Stephen Larkham, but the modern stand-off’s role is changing. Rugby World reports
Picking a Lions v South Africa Combined XV
The Springboks triumphed over the British & Irish Lions 2-1 in a closely-fought series. Will a composite team reflect this parity?
Secret Ref: Referees can card physios and water carriers
Secret Ref: Referees can card physios and water carriers EVERY NOW and again, incidents arise in a match that aren’t part of a referee’s ‘run of the mill’ challenges. Ever-increasing…
Lions Tour 2021: The Final Talking Points
Jon Cardinelli reflects on an unprecedented series in South Africa
Will the Lions tour Australia in 2025?
Will the Lions tour Australia in 2025? It is now a recognised pattern for every 12 years of a British & Irish Lions cycle – play in Australia, then four…
South Africa pip Lions 19-16 to win the series
Morne Steyn's late kick brings heartache for the tourists all over again
The making of Ben and Tom Curry
David Curry, coach and father, on the rise of his talented sons
South Africa v Lions live stream: How to watch the third Test
It's the deciding Test between the British & Irish tourists and the world champions
How tough is it for a Test prop to play loosehead and tighthead?
How tough is it for a Test prop to play loosehead and tighthead? “Back in the day I tried to play tighthead and it didn’t go too well!” jokes former…