Surviving another All Blacks loss

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Not a common experience for fans, although it has occurred twice in this one season, but surviving another All Blacks loss will test the faith of many fans belief. Some will ask How? Others will think Who is to blame? While a few might suggest Which player can help us win? All those questions and […] READ MORE


If Ashton and Slade fire, England Rugby can ‘dare to dream’

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England versus the All Blacks has been long overdue. And despite Eddie Jones’ men having a dismal 2018 for England Rugby thus far, they can go into this eagerly awaited clash with some hope. England are heavy underdogs, which will mean the pressure valve which has encased English rugby since their disastrous 2018 Six Nations campaign, […] READ MORE


New Zealand Rugby 1-2 punch shades Aussie challenge

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They were feisty, enthusiastic and well intentioned but, an New Zealand Rugby 1-2 punch again shaded the strong Aussie challenge during the historic double-header in Sydney last night. Historic because it was the first occasion where both women’s and men’s teams played on the same night. New Zealand Rugby (NZR) have encouraged the double-header format […] READ MORE






All Blacks Prove They’re Not Invincible

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Positive news for the rest of World Rugby: the All Blacks are not as invincible as they once were. With respect, I do not say that lightly. Saturday’s win over the Barbarians at Twickenham showed glimpses of All Black magic but, it highlighted more just how vital certain personnel are to this team. A supposed […] READ MORE