The British & Irish Lions squad is announced next week – but history has taught us that other players will inevitably come inSmart swap: Alex Corbisiero was a replacement on the 2013 tour of AustraliaThe British & Irish Lions will announce their touring squad on Wednesday 19 April. There have been months of speculation …Continue reading »
With 16 titles, Olympic gold medallists Fiji have more Hong Kong wins than anyone else. Here is a look at what makes them so special.Together as one: The Fiji stars come together to give thanksBy Oliver Pickup Fiji men’s sensational success at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics, in last summer’s inaugural rugby sevens competition, …Continue reading »
Simon Hardy, one of the world’s top throwing specialists, explains the hooker’s chief craftEngland hooker Jamie George throws in during England training. Photo: Getty ImagesSimon Hardy, one of the world’s top throwing specialists, explains the hooker’s chief craft
Rugby World looks into the culture of painkiller use in rugby – from the lengths players may go to in order to stay on the field to potentially harmful social issues. This first appeared in the April 2017 issue of Rugby World magazine.“OUR DOC used to walk around with a frisbee full of painkillers before the game.” It’s the kind of sentence …Continue reading »
Todd Blackadder previews Bath's game against Leicester at TwickenhamWide warrior: Taulupe Faletau has proven punishing in wide channels Todd Blackadder previews Bath's game against Leicester at Twickenham
