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We put together our Six Nations 'Dream Team'.

Eddie Jones is at a crossroads. Can he make the right decisions? Does he stick or twist? Do you need to mend what ain’t broke?​​

Sir Clive Woodward picks his team for Samoa clash on Saturday.

Sir Clive Woodward picks his England XV for Australia clash next Saturday and it doesn't include skipper Dylan Hartley and fly-half George Ford.

Selecting an England side to dominate Argentina on Saturday in the first November international this year at Twickenham.

After both sides enjoyed opening round wins, Bath host European champions Saracens on Saturday afternoon at the Rec in what should be a cracking game. Bath impressed in a gutsy 27-23 win away to Leicester last weekend, registering their first win at Welford Road since 2011, while Saracens, inspired by the outstanding Schalk Brits, ran in nine tries to demolish …

England coach Eddie Jones has spoken of his desire to make his team ‘bulletproof’, but a lack of tried-and-tested options at fifteen could prove lethal to his side in 2019. The Australian has been vocal about the depth his side possess, and it is fair to say that in particular positions the national team can boast some of the best …

Sonny Bill Williams became the first All Black to be sent off since 1967 when he was dismissed by Jerome Garces early in the second Lions test last month. The New Zealand centre led with his shoulder into a tackle on Anthony Watson and was eventually shown a red card by referee Garces. He was subsequently cited and handed a four-week …

Two-time World Cup-winning All Black centre Sonny Bill Williams will miss his side’s opening Rugby Championship clash with Australia in Sydney on August 19, according to the New Zealand Herald. This is after a World Rugby hearing decided that the 28-year-old’s four-week ban for a reckless shoulder charge to Anthony Watson’s face during his side’s second Test against the British …

As the dust settles after a titanic battle at Eden Park, leaving the series locked in a stalemate, we ask: which Lions and All Black players enhanced their reputations during the tough New Zealand tour? We take a look at the performances of the Test players on each side in the drawn series. ______ Lions Stock Rising: Jonathan Davies Deservedly …

British and Irish Lions winger Anthony Watson has revealed that he has accepted an apology from Sonny Bill Williams after the Kiwi’s horrendous shoulder-charge into his head. The most physical inside-centre in world rugby, the 6-foot-4, 17 stone star was sent off in last week’s thrilling second Test which saw the Lions earn a famous 24-21 win in Wellington. As …

The Lions gave a lot of razzle dazzle but couldn’t stop the All Black wave of physical domination to maintain their imposing winning streak at Eden Park. So which players stood out above the rest? 15 Liam Williams 8 Fairly quiet until scintillating 50 metres break out launched classic Lions counter-attacking try. Fizzing after that and looked a threat every …

Both Warren Gatland and Steve Hansen sprang selection surprises in the naming of their respective teams for the first Test at Eden Park on Saturday.   So, which player vs player match-ups are likely to decide the epic first encounter? _________ 5. Peter O’Mahony Vs Jerome Kaino If the weather forecast is correct, this game is likely to be played …

It’s felt like a lifetime of waiting but the Lions and the All Blacks will finally do battle this Saturday. Since landing down under certain players have firmly put themselves straight into that starting team for the first test. However, up until the selection, most fans could only guess who would be playing in what position.  The left wing, the back row and George …

When it comes to both the British and Irish Lions and the All Blacks, Graham Henry is better qualified than most to pass judgment. Having coached the 2001 Lions team to a hard-fought 2-1 series defeat in Australia, the former Wales coach would then go on to coach his native New Zealand from 2004 to 2011 (and masterminded that infamous …

The countdown is well and truly on to the first Lions Test against the All Blacks, with the fixture now less than one week away. Warren Gatland’s team selections for the last two matches, on Saturday against the Maori All Blacks and the upcoming clash against the Chiefs, would suggest that the Text XV is close to being finalised. Injury …

The British and Irish Lions back three for the first Test has caused much debate recently. Defending the wings will be key in preventing the All Blacks from making ground. Whoever is chosen will have the luxury of keeping the likes of Waisake Naholo and Julian Savea in check. As the last man in defence, the fullback will need to …

After two defeats already in the 2017 Tour, the Lions are under pressure to get back on track, with the first Test match in Auckland fast approaching. A powerful Lions first team will take on an electric New Zealand Maori selection in Rotorua on Saturday. So which player match ups will see sparks fly in New Zealand’s famous volcanic region? …