Performance nutritionist James Morehen breaks down the pre-game dietThe England Rugby World Cup squad assemble (Getty Images)In the world of rugby, where strength, endurance, and precision are paramount, the importance of nutrition cannot be overstated. As …Continue reading »
Fabien Galthié will have to make do without one of his frontline starsFabien Galthié will not be able to call upon one of his trusted stars (Getty Images)Fabien Galthié will have to make do without one of his frontline stars
With the long-awaited Rugby World Cup finally upon us, the question is who’s hot and who’s not in unofficial power rankings now the warm-up matches are done and dusted?Ireland, in action against Samoa, are one of the World Cup favourites. (Photo by ROMAIN PERROCHEAU/AFP via Getty Images)With the long-awaited Rugby World Cup finally upon us, the question is who’s hot and who’s not in unofficial power …Continue reading »
World Rugby has launched an official Rugby World Cup Fantasy Game just in time for the start of the tournament in FranceSomething extra to cheer about at this year's Rugby World Cup - an official World Cup Fantasy Rugby game (Photo by Bob Bradford - CameraSport via Getty Images)If the Rugby World Cup is not enough, fans can now add to the interest and excitement by taking part …Continue reading »
Rugby balls are not ball shaped, so how did they get to be the shape they are – and why, exactly, are they still called balls?An assortment of rugby balls (Getty Images)The shape of the modern rugby ball that fans know and love – except when the bounce goes against our …Continue reading »
