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The rugby world embarks on 2016 without two of its most famous names

The 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.

5 Ways to Instantly make your Rugby Club more Techie

In the digital age, the ways in which we can apply technology in sport are forever expanding. Rugby is quickly placing itself at the forefront of this advancement, but it isn’t just professional clubs and big budgets that can take advantage of the situation. As technology becomes more synonymous with our lives, so too does the ease with which we can harness it for use in Rugby.

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 mire

Welsh 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 comeback

Welsh 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 him

Graham 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 Cheika

Welsh writer Graham Jenkins looks at the defence behind the Wallabies’ heroic performance against Wales.

Underwhelming All Blacks offer hope to title rivals

Graham 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 win

After 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.