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PRO Rugby set for historic bow in United StatesThe game is set to take a monumental step in the United States this weekend with the start of the first fully professional league…Ahead of kick-off Graham Jenkins spoke to chief executive Doug Schoninger.
What is the secret to Eddie Jones' success?Leading English writer, Graham Jenkins looks at what is behind Eddie Jones’ immediate success with England.
Is the modern game too preoccupied with power?Leading sports writer Graham Jenkins looks at the current topical subject of should weights be used in the development of junior players.
Could Six Nations benefit from injection of fresh blood?This week leading rugby writer Graham Jenkins looks at whether the six nations competition is suffering from fatigue and could benefit from an injection of new teams
Game for a laugh?Welsh writer Graham Jenkins, looks at Eddie Jones’ use of humour with his new English team and the use of humour in elite team sport.
Archive: Wilkinson’s Revolutionary Drop Goal in ‘03This week we look at what was behind the famous Jonny Wilkinson’s drop goal to win the 2003 Rugby World Cup and the dramatic effect it has had on modern rugby and in particular the last two World Cup campaigns.
Six Nations breaks new coaching groundGraham Jenkins returns in 2016 with a preview of the 6 nations competition especially the influence of the southern hemisphere coaching.
Argentina's Perfect ScrumThis week we look at the Argentine scrum that was nearly faultless, against the All Blacks in the recent world cup. From the preliminary ‘set up’ phase, right through to ‘the push’ which concludes the scrum.
The rugby world embarks on 2016 without two of its most famous namesThe rugby world embarks on 2016 without two of its most famous names following the retirement of Richie McCaw and the sad passing of Jonah Lomu. Graham Jenkins reflects on the sizeable void left by two icons of the game.
Who's to blame for Sam Burgess' exit?Graham Jenkins considers who might be to blame Sam Burgess’ sudden exit from rugby union back to league.
Meyer emerges from the mireWelsh writer Graham Jenkins reflects on South Africa coach Heyneke Meyer’s quest for for coaching redemption during the world Cup after their Japan setback.
Carter sets seal on gutsy comebackWelsh writer Graham Jenkins highlights Dan Carter’s match winning contribution in Saturday’s World Cup final and fulfilling his dream of Rugby World Cup winner.
The ‘best ever’ v ‘the best right now’?Leading writer Graham Jenkins previews this weekend World Cup final between the ‘best ever’ team All Black and ‘best right now’ Wallabies.
Joubert let down by those who should look after himGraham Jenkins contemplates the implications after the comments and subsequent treatment surrounding referee Craig Joubert’s performance after the weekend’s World Cup quarter final.
Chalk another one up for CheikaWelsh writer Graham Jenkins looks at the defence behind the Wallabies’ heroic performance against Wales.
Underwhelming All Blacks offer hope to title rivalsGraham Jenkins looks into the All Black’s performance against Georgia actually went to plan despite qualifying for the quarter finals.
Mindset, commitment and competence of their players on the pitch behind Japan's winAfter Japan’s historic win over South Africa, Murray Kinsella looks at the quality of coaching and thought behind Japan’s efforts at this World Cup and over the last four years or so.
Gutsy Wales stun England - and their own coachGraham Jenkins post match thoughts on Wales heroic win over England at Twickenham on Saturday and adding another chapter to an outstanding World Cup.
David triumphs over GoliathBen Herring looks at how Eddie Jones coached Brave Blossoms as they went toe-to-toe with one South Africa.
England relief in 1st up win over FijiLeading writer Graham Jenkins looks at the positives and what needs work on in England’s 1st up win over Fiji in the 2015 World Cup opener.
The quest for confidenceGraham Jenkins looks at how the the elite game and its grassroots counterpart share not only a thirst for knowledge and a competitive edge from within the game but also from other sports.
World Rugby attempts to clarify key lawsLeading Irish rugby writer, Murray Kinsella looks at World Rugby’s recent moves to clarify a number of laws in May and their effect in the lead up to and during the Rugby World Cup.
Is honesty the best policyGraham Jenkins considers comments made this week by leading referees Nigel Owens and Glen Jackson around the reality of referees making mistakes in matches.
Breakdown battle pivotal in quest for BledisloeMurray Kinsella reviews last week’s titanic breakdown battle and how it will be crucial again for this week’s Bledisloe Cup decider.
How to beat the All BlacksGraham Jenkins reviews whether the Wallabies winning performance in last weekend’s Rugby Championship match against the All Blacks is a recipe for beating the All Blacks or a one off.
The Clash of the 'Jackals'Ahead of this weekend’s Rugby Championship final between the All Black’s and Wallabies, Murray Kinsella takes an in depth look at two of the games greatest flankers, past or present, Richie McCaw and David Pocock, going head to head again.
Brodie Retallick a complete rugby playerMurray Kinsella looks at what makes Brodie Retallick, 2014 World Player of the Year the complete player and how he is continuing to improve.
Prove WhyGraham Jenkins reviews in his words a breathless encounter that was the Super XV final and the Highlanders quest for respect and recognition.
Hurricanes counter Pocock at the breakdownThis week Murray looks at the breakdown battle between Brumbies David Pocock and the Hurricanes forwards during the Super 15 Semi final.
SUPER RUGBY finals start with Highlanders hosting two-time champions the ChiefsThis week Murray takes an in depth look at the Highlanders chances of topping the two time champion Chiefs. The Highlanders potent backline force comes under Murray’s expert analysis.
