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England fly-half Fin Smith headlines the new-look Rugby World magazine
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Rugby World pays tribute to a dozen players from the pro era that embody the amateur spirit
“I was halfway through a beer and meat pie. Next thing I know I’m making my Australia debut.”: Wallabies legend Adam Ashley-Cooper on his unexpected debut, 100 test caps and World Cup hat-tricks.
From World Cups to Lions tours, Wallabies test centurion Adam Ashley-Cooper takes us through his incredible career
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After hanging up his boots a decade ago, editor Joe Robinson decided to return to grass-roots rugby to see if you can start playing again in your thirties
“I feel overwhelmed by the fact that I have become the face of the game and people expect so much out of me to continue growing the game. I want to do it all to help the game but at times I feel like I’m being wrung dry”: Ilona Maher on her incredible rise to the top of rugby
Ilona Maher talks to Rugby World and Marie Claire UK for a world-first collaboration issue about becoming the biggest name in rugby, personality and female empowerment
The Ilona Maher Effect – Rugby World and Marie Claire UK collaborate for its latest issue
Rugby World has collaborated with Marie Claire UK to bring you Issue 309, The Ilona Maher Effect
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Success for France in the 2025 Women's Six Nations will hinge on whether they can defeat their nemesis, England