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England are close....Hallers’ views on the issues England must address: not being afraid to take risks in attack, and the choice of number 10.
Time to put the lab coats away?England came close again in the second Test against New Zealand, but Graham Jenkins says Tuilagi needs to play a central role in England’s midfield.
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.
New Player Access PlanThe Rugby Site now offers a 6 video Player Access Plan, to allow players to choose and watch relevant videos.
Wilkinson takes one final glorious bowDespite 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 WilkinsonGraham Jenkins reflects on his personal highlights from Jonny’s career
Dan Carter and Richie McCaw tribute to Jonny WilkinsonAs 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 finaleWhilst not spectacular, Toulon showed they are a unified team to triumph over Saracens in the Heineken Cup Final. Graham Jenkins reflects on the win.
Stats and AwardsGraham Jenkins asks should stats play a more important part in determining player of the season short lists.
The Burger BlueprintJacques Burger was outstanding in Saracens’ 46-6 win over Clermont, Graham Jenkins examines what is contributing to his and the team’s impressive performances this season.
Mini rugby - do results matter?Mini rugby has been in the headlines recently with the introduction of ‘inclusive festivals’, Graham Jenkins shares his thoughts and experience on the potential risks to participation in the sport.
Who is ready to step up in rugby's game of thrones?Jonny Wilkinson and Brian O’Driscoll have been flag bearers for professional rugby in the northern hemisphere. As they both head towards retirement, Graham Jenkins asks, who is ready to fill their boots?
Winging itThe Hurricanes wing play destroyed the Crusaders in Super Rugby’s round 7. Mark Reason points out the lessons to be learned from Savea et al.
The team behind the teamsThe search for marginal gains in rugby has seen an influx of ‘support staff’ to work with players away from the pitch and even the training field. Graham Jenkins looks at some of the people that have made a name for themselves within these support systems
Is O'Driscoll set for coaching future?World class players don’t always make world class coaches but Graham Jenkins writes that Brian O’Driscoll has all the tools to make it as a top coach
The Rugby Site welcomes Rhino Rugby and Powa Products to the teamWe are excited to announce a new partnership with world leading technical equipment supplier Rhino Rugby and its sister company, New Zealand based Powa Products.
In search of the perfect passThe Hurricanes delivered a lesson in how to execute the right pass at the right time against the Cheetahs in Super Rugby round 5.
Six Nations SummaryGraham Jenkins takes summarises what was a fantstic Six Nations Championship.
Confidence can carry England homeEngland showed maturity and no little swagger in beating Wales at Twickenham and securing the triple crown. Graham Jenkins writes the England side have raised World Cup expectations with this performance.
Red rag to an English BulldogHallers is confident that providing England can keep their heads, they will exact revenge on Gatland’s Wales this weekend.
Tries, more tries and statisticsThe 2014 Six Nations has arrested a trend of fewer points being scored each year in the tournament. Graham Jenkins looks at the numbers behind the up surge in entertaining rugby
Six Nations Round 3 HighlightsAll the action from round 3 of the 2014 Six Nations Championship.
Energy and endeavour trumps experienceA young England side showed that they are capable of grinding it out when it really matters. They did so and the Six Nations is now anyone’s…
Schmidt plots a course through England's defenceJoe Schmidt and Ireland found a way to breach both the All Black’s and the Welsh defences. Can they repeat the trick at Twickenham on Saturday and stay on course for the Grand Slam?
England can stop Ireland’s SlamAs impartial as ever, Hallers’ rallying cry to England “it’s time to start winning these big ones.”
Burgess has everything to proveSam Burgess undoubtedly has the raw talent to represent England but does he have the time to get ready for the 2015 Rugby World Cup?
Is it time for a European Rugby Championship?The case for a European rugby championship and why the global game needs it.
Ah, the rolling maulJosef Schmidt’s Ireland identified Wales’s weaknesses and were relentless in exposing them writes Mark Reason
Six Nations HighlightsHere’s all the highlights from the weekend’s Six Nations action…
England's defence found wantingBoth England and France showed defensive weakness in Paris. Mark Reason writes that England in particular lacked the necessary defensive work rate to prevent the French from scoring.
