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Ireland's line-out perfection (part 1)

Murray Kinsella examines the hugely positive effect Ireland forwards coach, John Plumtree, has had on the team’s line-out.

The Confidence Gap?

As an under-strength England side came close to victory over the All Blacks in Auckland, Graham Jenkins says Steve Hansen has confidence in his players to make the right decisions and take their chances on the pitch.

The Perfect Offload

Glasgow Warriors both benefited and cost themselves by using the offload in the RaboDirect Pro12 Final against Leinster, Murray Kinsella analyses the use of the offload in the final.

New Player Access Plan

The Rugby Site now offers a 6 video Player Access Plan, to allow players to choose and watch relevant videos.

Wilkinson takes one final glorious bow

Despite lacking drama on the pitch, the Top 14 final was a fitting final bow for Jonny Wilkinson, so much so that the French crowd sang along to ‘God Save The Queen’ says Graham Jenkins

Thanks to Jonny Wilkinson

Graham Jenkins reflects on his personal highlights from Jonny’s career

Dan Carter and Richie McCaw tribute to Jonny Wilkinson

As Jonny Wilkinson plays his last game of his career on Saturday for Toulon in the Top 14 final, Dan and Richie, two greats of world rugby recognise the career and achievements of another.

Toulon just too good in euro finale

Whilst not spectacular, Toulon showed they are a unified team to triumph over Saracens in the Heineken Cup Final. Graham Jenkins reflects on the win.

Olympic Opportunity

A look ahead to the opportunity the inclusion of Sevens in the Olympics is providing Women’s players

Wilko will relish coaching challenge

Jonny Wilkinson has announced his retirement and move into a coaching role with Toulon, Graham Jenkins shares his thoughts on how he will get on.

Fritz mistreatment, who is responsible?

Following a horrific head injury to Toulouse player Fritz against Racing Metro, read Graham Jenkins’ reaction to the clearly concussed player being allowed to return to play.

Attack from Scrums

Murray Kinsella analyses the attacking opportunity from scrums in the defensive third of the pitch and how Super 15 teams have executed their chances in recent games.