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The last few minutes of the Six Nations match at the Stade de France had tension, controversy, and heroism in equal measure as both France and Ireland sought to get their campaigns off to ideal starts. Jonny Sexton’s magnificent 83rd minute drop goal deservedly won the game for the visitors, but its the actions of […] READ MORE
As rugby union continues its development as a professional sport, Last Word on Rugby author Alistair Stokes asks the question: Is Rugby Union Turning into Football? Despite becoming professional back in the 1995/96 season (22 years ago), Rugby Union continues its transition into a professional sport. In this, we begin to see stark comparisons to […] READ MORE
The new year has brought with it some new rules in Rugby Union, forcing referees to take harder lines, all in an effort to improve safety while allowing the game as we know it to flourish. READ MORE
As we approach the end of 2016, we thought we would have some fun and pick a few of our favourite rugby funny moments. READ MORE
The use of television replays in rugby could became an embarrassment and requires firm guidance from rugby authorities to ensure that this does not happen. READ MORE
Ryan is the Managing Editor at Last Word on Rugby and resides in Johannesburg, South Africa. He specializes in opinion pieces relating to International rugby, Super Rugby and domestic rugby in South Africa.
His career highlights include being granted media accreditation for the Rugby World Cup tournament.