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Fed up with All the SpinThe spin pass can be deadly effective in the right situation. Choosing when to execute it and when not to is a skill northern hemisphere sides seem to neglect.
European rugby faces its own ‘Tea Party’ CrisisSimon Halliday looks at the growing split in European rugby
Heineken Cup - Game NotesA pulsating opening weekend of the Heineken Cup saw some shock results & familiar winners. If this is the end for the Heineken Cup, it looks set to be a thriller.
Handling under pressure sets All Blacks apartThe All Blacks’ ability to execute accurate passing under the constraints of time and space is what makes them the best side in the world
What do we want from our number 7?Richie McCaw embodies what is considered to be today’s ‘perfect 7’. But with ever changing laws and increasing physical demands, what does the perfect 7 of tomorrow look like?
England and the Premiership can seize the dayThe arrival of the All Blacks in November will be the ultimate test for England’s young talent.
Blanco and Biarritz staring into the voidWith their ageing stars and inability to invest in the squad, Biarritz look to be swimming against the tide to avoid relegation from the Top 14.
The 'chop tackle' as perfected by Dan LydiateWhat exactly makes Lydiate such a good defender? The fact that Paul O’Connell admitted to asking the 25-year-old to do individual tackling coaching with him during the Lions tour speaks volumes.
Draw and pass Part 2 with video analysisAs part 1 of the article argued, committing defenders with the draw and pass is a low-risk, high-reward play compared to more elaborate attacking strategies.
Australia’s three major test failuresThe reason that even some Aussies are giving Argentina a chance in Perth is the current failings of their team at three major areas of test match rugby.
