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The RFU gets it wrong again

Stuart Lancaster’s appointment as England coach is a sad example of the mob ruling the head.

JG’s Super XV Round-Up

Australia – so where the bloody hell are you?

Heineken Cup

The business end of the Heineken Cup is upon us and as ever there are some mouth-watering fixtures to look forward to. It seems a life time since the final pool games were staged – in fact it’s 10 weeks. While this is a long hiatus, it may in fact add to the anticipation ahead of the weekend.

Sam Warburton on The Rugby Site

Grand Slam winning Welsh Captain Sam Warburton on why he has joined The Rugby Site to pass on the tips and techniques that make him one of the best openside flankers in the world.

England's fate should not be in Steve Walsh's hands

The new list of elite refs looks biased and could throw up some shockers in the summer tests between the northern and southern hemispheres.

Why France have become so dull

Following his review of England’s Six Nations Wayne Smith now looks at the progress, or regress, of France, Wales, Scotland, Ireland and Italy.

Nick Mallett would keep England honest

While all signs coming out of the RFU are pointing towards Lancaster being appointed as England manager, Martin Castrogiovanni says that Nick Mallett should not be discounted.

From Ecuador to London and the 2015 World Cup

Dan Carter talks about his fears and dreams and the long road back to top level rugby.

The house of Lancaster has strong foundations

Wayne Smith looks at the job that Stuart Lancaster has done for England and finds much to applaud.

Lions Watch

Is this the XV that will wear the Lions shirt in the first test against Australia.

Does Ireland need a Kidney replacement?

Ireland’s World Cup loss to Wales and poor Six Nations must raise doubts about Declan Kidney’s abilties to build a top Ireland team on top of a strong provincial base.

Whatever happened to Gallic flair

Brian Ashton reflects on a Six Nations that failed to hit the heights and wonders if Wales and France have the imaginative will to develop their games.