Steve Hansen confirms impending All Blacks exit

Steve Hansen has confirmed that he will step down as All Blacks coach following next year's World Cup in Japan. The 59-year-old has been involved with the New Zealand team since 2004, first as an...

Ireland’s gain is England’s loss

Sir Clive Woodward says the fact that Andy Farrell has agreed to become Ireland's next head coach almost "fills him with despair". Woodward was in charge of England when they won the 2003 World Cup in...

All Blacks coach has Irish admiration

Steve Hansen expects a "trick or two" from opposite number Joe Schmidt when his New Zealand side face Ireland in Dublin on Saturday. The teams are ranked first and second in the world ahead of their...

Peter O’Mahony: Front up against All Blacks

Ireland's Peter O'Mahony believes Saturday's Test against New Zealand will rest on the battle of the respecting front fives. That, says the Munster player, is where international games are won and...

Joe Schmidt decision moving closer

Ireland expect to know the future plans of head coach Joe Schmidt before the end of this year. The New Zealander's contract expires following the World Cup next year in Japan and the IRFU are keen for...

Warren Gatland wants to end on Welsh high

Warren Gatland is feeling extra pressure as he enters the last stages of his 12-year journey as Wales boss. The Kiwi will leave his position after next year's World Cup in Japan and Gatland admits there...

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Eddie Jones looks for more leaders

Eddie Jones said he wants a squad of leaders as he welcomed Dylan Hartley back into the England fold. Hartley was recalled to Jones' provisional 44-man squad for the autumn Test series with the...

Brian McDermott concerned by Leeds’ slump in form

Brian McDermott accused his Leeds Rhinos players of being "dopey in defence" as Wigan Warriors inflicted a seventh straight defeat on the Super League champions. Liam Marshall guaranteed himself the...

Danny Cipriani relishing England opportunity

Danny Cipriani is eager to grab the chance of redemption in an England shirt when he lines up against South Africa this weekend. Cipriani kicked a memorable 18 points during his exceptional England...

Peter O’Mahony targeting ‘incredible win’

Ireland skipper Peter O'Mahony admits it would be 'incredible' to complete a series win over Australia in Sydney this weekend. Joe Schmidt's Six Nations champions levelled their series against the...

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