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Five youngsters to watch for at the 2013 Rugby World Cup SevensRR has been spying on the Sevens teams preparing for the impending RWC. Here’s the players you should be looking out for…
Beale’s Boots and the Lucky LionsWayne Smith tips Australia to level the series in Melbourne
The worlds best goal kicker...During Saturday nights Lions vs Wallabies test, former Wallaby turned commentator Phil Kearns made the comment…
OUT NOW! Warren Gatland: Contact AreaWarren Gatland’s first module Contact Area OUT SOON!
Steve Walsh neutrality called into questionJG calls for an IRB investigation into the unethical behavior of the ARU and Steve Walsh
Lions Inept PerformanceThe defeat against the Brumbies was sadly one of the most inept performances in Lion’s history. It will have little bearing on Saturday’s test match, but it showed the heavy downside of Gatland’s policy of cutting selection corners for the benefit of the test team.
The 'RR' looks at the rising stars emerging from the Junior World ChampionshipWith New Zealand, South Africa, England and Wales through to the semi-finals, and all have had to do it the hard way, the 2013 Junior World Championships is living up to expectations.
Ben Youngs must start for the LionsWayne Smith praises the rugby being played by the Lion’s thus far and thinks that Ben Youngs must be included in the starting lineup.
Ode To BoweIt must be hoped that reports of Tommy Bowe’s tour ending injury have been greatly exaggerated.
Lions back three shine but more pack drill requiredThe Lions opening match against the Force brought Gatland some good news and a huge work schedule
You can always rely on France to be unreliableWayne Smith previews the forthcoming series between New Zealand and France and is ready to be amazed
The Lions and Wallabies need some x-factorBrian Ashton looks ahead to the Lions tour and prays that both sides play the creative game that is part of their history
A Reffing DisasterDylan Hartley’s red card ruined the Premiership Final but has a storm like this one been brewing for some time now?
Congratulations to Joe Schmidt & Martin CastrogiovanniJoe Schmidt & Martin Castrogiovanni both signed-off in style this weekend. Here’s what happened…
Out Tomorrow - Courtney Lawes: Ball Carrying & Clear OutNorthampton & England back row forward, Courtney Lawes delivers his latest module on ball carrying into contact & clear out
Toulon's Triumph Highlights Rugby's ProblemToulon’s efficient, defensive orientated style won out over a more attack-minded Clermont side this weekend. But did the ‘showcase’ European final highlight a need for a change in attitude or possibly even the rules?
Heineken Cup Final Preview - A Splash of Panache is RequiredThe all French final will see few Frenchmen compete for Europe’s premier club trophy. Paul Rees analyses how the final will likely play out
The spirit of rugby is under threatJG notes an increase in the hectoring of officials and wants us all to do something about it.
An open letter to TGR Davies CBE, Chairman British and Irish Lions CommitteeWe received this letter from David Stewart, a site member, and thought the rest of our members should read it
Leigh Halpenny Interview: 'Back where it all began'Leigh Halfpenny shows The Rugby Site where it all began for him and tells us about the players that inspired him.
The Fickleness of FateChris Robshaw isn’t going to Australia with the Lions, Sam Warburton is and as captain. Before the Six Nations finale, the story looked very different.
Aviva Premiership Awards - Round-UpA round-up of the Aviva Premiership, end of season awards
Warren Gatland: A biographyA look at the career of The Rugby Site’s latest recruit
Lancaster’s collective cost England players a Lions placeGatland has selected a fine Lions squad. Here Hallers analyses some of the surprise selections and offers an explanation for some tour omissions.
Warren Gatland Joins The Rugby SiteLions and Wales head coach, Warren Gatland has joined our growing team of top coaches and players.
Gregor Townsend wins RoboDirect Pro12 Coach of the YearGregor Townsend named RaboDirect Pro12 ‘Coach of the Year’
The Winning HabitWayne Smith looks at the ideas that took the Chiefs to a Super 15 title and ponders the difficulties of lifting the players in the second season
Eddie Jones; Attack from 9 - TrailerEddie Jones provides his first module for The Rugby Site; ‘Attack from 9’.
Congratulations to Sam Warburton & Leigh HalfpennyThe Rugby Site would like to congratulate Sam Warburton on having been named captain of the British and Irish Lions
Gatland’s Three Big ChallengesWarren Gatland has selected a fine Lions squad but there are three big issues that Gatland must address if the Lions are to be successful.
