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Having joined London Irish back in November, Argentine International backrower Juan Martin Gonzalez sat down this week and opened up on his time in London so far. The Pumas representative told Last Word on Rugby what the differences are playing in the Gallagher Premiership compared to his native Argentina, and yes – before you ask […] READ MORE
Last Word on Rugby is refocusing attention on the Gallagher Premiership ahead of the 2021/22 season. We move on to London Irish, who can look forward to their first proper season back in London, with crowds allowed to return. Biggest departure It can only be stalwart Blair Cowan for this title. He stuck with them […] READ MORE
No surprise, after superb form at home and away, that sees the Jaguares flying high at the top of the South African Conference in 2019. The South American representative is now in a position to contest their first ever home semifinal, after a clear victory away to the NSW Waratahs on Saturday. Winning 15-23, they […] READ MORE
Situated not quite out in front, but nestled somewhere in the mid-range are two sides who have yet to effectively ‘stamp their mark’ on this November test window. So during the Scotland v Argentina fixture on Saturday, eyes will be on the pair – a couple who could be Champions but, that is entirely up to […] READ MORE
Failure to be precise in their execution, Argentina could not deny the All Blacks a sixth Rugby Championship title in seven years for New Zealand READ MORE
After 4 rounds of the Rugby Championship, their exhibitions went from impressive to questionable. Can the Pumas be a serious contender? READ MORE
It would not surprise many, if the Jaguares 2017 Super Rugby Squad made an huge reversal of form. From a less than satisfactory debut season, if this years squad were able to maximize all of their natural resources, the South American side could very well exceed expectations. The issues that may limit their success though are […] READ MORE
Celebrating our game, Last Word On Rugby have combined the wealth of knowledge from all our staff and writers, to come up with the MC50 Most Influential Player Series. A list that profiles the many and growing number of players in World Rugby who are either the MVP of their country, competition or code: we […] READ MORE
The All Blacks might have all the odds and history in their favour, but Steve Hansen is not taking a Pumas side that is on the rise ‘lightly’ this week. With that mindset, it shows the All Blacks are ready for a Pumas onslaught in round three of the The Rugby Championship. Beating Argentina would see […] READ MORE
The All Blacks beat Argentina in Hamilton tonight. But while the scoreline might suggest it was a one-sided affair, the World Champions were tested early. READ MORE
Michael Pulman is a contributor for Last Word On Rugby and writes regular content with a New Zealand focus. Beginning as a blogger on his own and through various other platforms, Mike has gone on to become a genuine sports reporter, covering NZ Rugby and all competitions domestic, and Internationally, as well as Cricket.