Not all rugby is boring. It’s northern hemisphere rugby, as exemplified by the inaugural Autumn Nations Cup, that has the issue. So what? Kiwis and Ozzies have been pointing that out for decades. But it’s objectively bad when English rugby royalty are complaining about the state of rugby after their team has just won both […] READ MORE
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What could further COVID disruption do to the Gallagher Premiership?
COVID has been dominating everyone’s lives. And it has begun to disrupt the Gallagher Premiership. However, there is hope that 2021 could be the year that redeems the disaster that 2020 was for many. Talk of vaccinations is giving a glimmer of hope for crowds in the stands and no more disruption. However, 2021 is […] READ MORE
University Rugby: a pathway to professionalism
In 2016 the ten best teams from the North and South Premier university divisions merged to create the top British university rugby division: BUCS Super Rugby. It is now one of the most competitive leagues in the British Isles, and a fantastic breeding ground for highly talented rugby players. It’s an outstanding product, that is […] READ MORE
Ring-fencing Premiership Rugby
The sale of a minority interest to former Formula 1 owners CVC Capital Partners (CVC) for a reported £200m, and the first multiple club relegation battle in recent years, means the divisive issue of ring-fencing English rugby’s Gallagher Premiership is back in vogue. New contributor to Last Word on Rugby Steve Dunham, adds his voice […] READ MORE
What was learned from Round One of the Gallagher Premiership
The 2018/19 Gallagher Premiership rugby season is one of the most anticipated in years, with big changes at many clubs for success. As a result, many unknowns; especially in the middle of the table, could occur. At this point in time, it is hard to separate seven or eight teams and it is difficult to know […] READ MORE
Will Bonus Points work in this year’s Women’s Six Nations?
‘Losing’ bonus points in the 2017 Women’s Six Nations will certainly provide a new dynamic for crunch fixtures. But more significantly, they could end up favouring the more successful nations as opposed to ironing out the differences between the big three and bottom three – which could simply threaten to become even greater. READ MORE
‘The Grudge’ Book Review. The 1990 Five Nations Calcutta Cup Match
The Grudge is the Story of the match between Scotland and England during the 1990 Five Nations tournament. READ MORE
Foreign Legion Players in Premiership Rugby
As the Aviva Premiership is kicking into full gear, from a distance you notice the International player roster. It appears that every side has key players helping them achieve their goals of 2016/2017. Recognizing the importance of those players in Premiership Rugby, Last Word On Sports examines the best of the ‘Foreign Legion’. With input from […] READ MORE