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As the Autumn Internationals come to a close, ‘In the Bin’ rugby pod gets going to wrap up the best of the action; both internationally and domestically. Autumn Internationals in Focus Dreamland at Murrayfield, where Scotland proved they weren’t ‘Hogg’ tied against Australia. The Scots ran in 8 tries, for a record victory as the […] READ MORE
Following their win over Wales in last weekend’s semi-final, Robert Rees takes a look at how South Africa used their physicality to overcome Warren Gatland’s men. Springbok power just a step too far for Wales Rassie Erasmus’ side have made a name for themselves as bruising, physical opponents; overhauling their opposition to claim their fourth […] READ MORE
Following two strong games to open their Rugby World Cup Robert Rees looks at why the Welsh breakdown work is not only some of the best in the world but, how it will be vital to any success in Japan. There’s method to the intensity Wales began their Australian onslaught within the first minute. The […] READ MORE
In light of the news this week, that Wales rugby International Ross Moriarty was handed a four week suspension by World Rugby, the reality is - it could have been much worse. READ MORE
Gloucester take on Pau tomorrow evening in what will determine who wins their Challenge Cup group, and secure a home tie in the quarter finals. Pau currently lead the group, with 24 points, with Gloucester trailing by three. Tom Savage has been named as captain as the Cherry and Whites set out to overturn the six […] READ MORE
Wales is firmly focused on the Georgia game this Saturday, but Regional rugby has been busy in the market. Here are the Welsh rugby transfer updates following some major revelations this week. Scarlets Lock-In Beirne Replacement The Scarlets have found a replacement for Tadhg Beirne annoucing that they have signed Australian lock Steve Cummins from the Super […] 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
After a better than expected result against Japan, Los Pumas are fighting fit for Wales on Saturday. In a battle of the top six World Rugby ranked teams, each is wanting to keep their places, and to impress on fans their ability to win on the world stage. The touring Argentina side face three of the […] READ MORE
After a calamitous start to their Autumn campaign, one player, at least, made a decent fist of it against Australia. Moriarty’s Debut at Number Eight a Gallant Effort Amongst Failure It was ironic that the roof was left open at The Principality Stadium on Saturday as Wales welcomed Australia to Cardiff. So often these days […] READ MORE
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