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September 22, 2019

We'll Fight Tongan Fire With Fire Says Eddie

Eddie Jones wants to send a clear message to England’s World Cup rivals that they are more than a match for the most physical sides when they kick off their campaign against Tonga today.

2 mins

All Blacks Give Proof They're Still The Boss

New Zealand posted notice that their bid for a third successive World Cup title is alive and well by ruthlessly seeing off a South African side predicted to be their main challengers.

4 mins

Smart All Blacks Kick The Springboks Into Disarray

What struck me most as New Zealand beat South Africa 23-13 in their showdown yesterday was that planning your strategy behind-the-scenes is where coaches earn their corn, and it is where the Springboks fell short this time.

4 mins

Wallabies Comeback Dodges Banana Skin

Michael Cheika agreed his side were given a huge wake up call as Australia survived a ferocious Fijian storm.

2 mins

Japan Gets Its Sense Of Proportion Just Right

There is a strong appreciation of detail and proportion in Japanese culture, as well as a deep sense of tradition, and thankfully they were reflected in the 2019 World Cup opening ceremony in the Tokyo Stadium on Friday.

4 mins

Come On Samoa, Let's Have One Big Upset!

Brendan Gallagher recalls the glory of Samoa and asks when will it return at the World Cup?

5 mins

Expect A Reaction After Rob's Departure

This Welsh squad keep being put through the mill off the field. It really is far from ideal as they prepare for the biggest tournament of their lives.

5 mins

Woodman: Mako Is Key To Success

Trevor Woodman says the fitness of powerhouse loosehead Mako Vunipola will be critical to England’s chance of success in Japan.

2 mins

Alfie Will Be ‘Allright, Butt'

Surviving mankind’s longest test of endurance and living for 100 years requires more than a modicum of courage – in which event Gareth Thomas must have every chance of getting there.

2 mins

Let The Counties Reps Run Our Amateur Game

I was on the list of the people who received an email last week from serial correspondent Jeff Gage.

3 mins

Ace Segun Leads Way For Sarries Super Kids

Rampant Rotimi Segun showed just why Sarries believe he is a wing wizard in the making as the former England junior raced over for a try double at the Ricoh Arena.

2 mins

By George! A Late Show From Mills Is Just In Time

In a game that was a great advert for National 1 rugby, Plymouth Albion snatched victory from the jaws of defeat to record their first win of the season.

2 mins

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