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Five things we learnt in rugby – October

Gatland's grenades are back, the tough life of a referee, inter-nation training, long-term earnings and the RFU's controversial plea are all coveredPlenty to ponder: Warren Gatland has a book out and he's shooting from the hipReferees need less to do The modern referees’ job has become a laughably difficult task. Rugby has essentially become a …Continue reading »

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Autumn Internationals: Talking points from the squad announcements

England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales have named their squads for the November Tests – we take a look at the key talking pointsKicking on: Jonny May tests Argentina's defence in the summer. Photo: Getty ImagesEngland, Ireland, Scotland and Wales have named their squads for the November Tests – we take a look at the key talking points

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Shaw gets his teeth into restaurant trade

Former England and Lions lock Simon Shaw tells Rugby World what he's been up to since retiring in 2013 – and recalls the one match that had him leaping for joyHigh point: Simon Shaw on the charge for the 2009 British & Irish Lions in South Africa (Inpho)Former England and Lions lock Simon Shaw tells Rugby World what he's been up to since retiring in 2013

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Five things we learnt in rugby – September

A legendary Lion-bite, Sean O'Brien's verbal volley, the Premiership's American experiment and the Cheetahs proving a point, are all coveredLion tamer: Scott Baldwin's skirmish with a lion has gone down in rugby folkloreCan’t blame any outside half for wanting to leave Wales September saw Dan Biggar confirm his move to Northampton. It’s …Continue reading »

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