Professor Allyson Pollock's recent demands to ban tackling in schools sparked fierce debate and a robust defence from the rugby community Competition: Kids thrive from the physical nature of rugbyThe now annual rallying call by Professor Allyson Pollock to ban tackling in schools reared its divisive head again this …Continue reading »
Get to know English rugby's rising star and Harlequins fly-half Marcus SmithEyes on the prize: Marcus Smith has already impressed for Harlequins. Photo: Getty ImagesGet to know English rugby's rising star and Harlequins fly-half Marcus Smith
Henry Slade shines as Chiefs power on, Nathan Hughes's act of kindness, Finn Russell's perfect 16, Matt Banahan chasing a record and Barrett-esque magic from Henry Trinder
Flying Saint: Ahsee Tuala collides with the corner flag during Northampton's 40-25 win at London IrishHenry Slade back to his best, respect for Nathan Hughes and Henry Trinder's moment of magic – all feature in the weekend's talking points
The battle of the Sams, Simmonds v Underhill, niggle at the Ricoh, the All Blacks' near perfection, Israel Folau's hot streak, Dragons firing and Philadelphia spectacle goes flat
Flash point: James Haskell reacts after Joe Marler squirts water at him during Quins' win at Wasps (Getty)Simmonds v Underhill, niggle at the Ricoh and the All Blacks' record romp are among the latest talking points
Newcastle will host Saracens in Philadelphia this evening as Premiership rugby aims to gain more marketshare in the USARolling out the big guns: Maro Itoje is primed to play on American soil for the first timeBy Graham Jenkins “Some days I feel like I am still playing!” jokes USA Rugby chief executive Dan Payne as …Continue reading »
