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English rugby great's admission he could never match Michael Jones

England flanker remembers AB superstar as 'exceptional', but a 'humble and gracious' opponent. http://dlvr.it/RXktB7

Queen's Birthday Honours: Kieran Read stands proud despite final failure with All Blacks

Former All Blacks captain humbled to be honoured as career plays out its final stages. http://dlvr.it/RXk2xZ

Conor Murray: How to master box-kicking

The Ireland scrum-half offers his top tips on this critical skill for No 9sBoxing clever: Ireland's Conor Murray releases a box-kick against New Zealand (Getty Images)The Ireland scrum-half offers his top tips on this critical skill for No 9s http://dlvr.it/RXjDJx

Manawatū club rugby fees wiped to help post-coronavirus recovery

Manawatū rugby clubs will not have to pay affiliation fees to their union and are in line for a cash injection from sponsors. http://dlvr.it/RXhHgK

No plans at Rugby Australia to cut Dave Rennie's pay despite cash crisis

Kiwi coach will start Wallabies stint on full salary, negotiated with former Rugby Australia boss Raelene Castle. http://dlvr.it/RXgWV4

Sam Underhill: How to make a perfect tackle

The Bath and England flanker gives his top tips on tackle techniqueStar turn: Sam Underhill was a standout performer at RWC 2019 (Getty Images)The Bath and England flanker gives his top tips on tackle technique http://dlvr.it/RXfgtn

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie's blunt message for Australian rugby

The Kiwi in charge of the Wallabies has a simple message for Australian rugby as turmoil continues across the ditch. http://dlvr.it/RXddtv

Cory Hill: How to catch in a lineout

The Wales lock gives his tips for getting your hands on the ball in the airHands up: Cory Hill claims the ball for Wales at a lineout (Getty Images)The Wales lock gives his tips for getting your hands on the ball in the air http://dlvr.it/RXcdGV

Top flight Black Ferns and sevens aces headed for 2020 Farah Palmer Cup

There will be added touches of class in the 2020 Farah Palmer Cup, with an eye on the Olympics and World Cup. http://dlvr.it/RXZMcM

Should South Africa join the Six Nations?

Rumours have swirled that the Springboks might join the Six Nations. But would such a move be cause for celebration or dismay? Read this debate from our May 2020 issue Champions: South Africa's quality is clear but would they enhance the Six Nations or diminish it? (Getty)Speculation that the Springboks might join Europe's international championship has met with mixed reaction, as this Rugby World debate shows http://dlvr.it/RXYflp

Matt Duffie and high-flying Blues ready to embrace challenges of Super Rugby Aotearoa

Buoyant Blues regather and refocus for a rugby resumption that will require some major adjustments. http://dlvr.it/RXVddz

Wellington rugby club opens door for returning All Black stars Nonu and Savea

Club boss says Ma'a Nonu and the Bus, Julian Savea, would be just the ticket if the pair turned out for club rugby. http://dlvr.it/RXVdd2

Sport is back: a big piece in the jigsaw puzzle that makes up normal life

After a long dark period without sport, it's time to let the sunshine in. http://dlvr.it/RXTvdD

Western Force accept terms to re-join Super Rugby in Australia after bitter exit in 2017

Forced out in 2017, billionaire owner says Perth-based club is back "for the good of the sport" in Australia. http://dlvr.it/RXQtvP

Super Rugby: Highlanders say Josh Ioane, Mitch Hunt will fight for No 10 jersey

Head coach Aaron Mauger says that the Highlanders have learned the lessons of midfield switch and will return Ioane to the No 10 jersey. http://dlvr.it/RXQts1

Covid-19: 'Virus Cup' could raise $500 million for rugby unions

The All Blacks could play in a radical 16-team World Cup-style tournament next year to ease the financial crisis facing the game. http://dlvr.it/RXQBJn

Blues coach Leon MacDonald not expecting law tweaks ahead of Super Rugby season restart

Blues coach not expecting significant changes to regulations ahead of Super Rugby Aotearoa kickoff. http://dlvr.it/RXMCvZ

All Black Brad Weber no fan of World Rugby's proposed law changes

All Blacks and Chiefs halfback Brad Weber questions a proposal to ban scrum resets. http://dlvr.it/RXMCsJ

New coach for champion Canterbury women's rugby team

Fresh coach Blair Baxter will aim to guide the Canterbury women's rugby team to a fourth consecutive national title in 2020. http://dlvr.it/RXLXqj

NRL: Kalyn Ponga set to sign mega deal to stay at Newcastle, All Blacks dream on hold

Knights star poised to sign huge deal, ruling out the prospect of a switch to rugby before 2023 World Cup. http://dlvr.it/RXJ4PX

Super Rugby: Quake jolts freezing, soaked Hurricanes on return to training

Coach backs their man in battle of Barretts as Wellington turns it on for Hurricanes. http://dlvr.it/RXJ4MK

Chris Boyd set to continue coaching in Europe when Northampton contract ends

No imminent return for title-winning former Hurricanes coach. http://dlvr.it/RXF99L

Sanzaar planning Rugby Championship hub in Australia

The All Blacks could play all their Rugby Championship matches in Australia, or have Bledisloe Cup tests on both sides of the Tasman. http://dlvr.it/RXF98w

My travel life - Jonny Wilkinson

Rugby star on star-gazing, Dubai and Mallorca. http://dlvr.it/RXDcmj

NZ Rugby's next big job - re-learn how to market the game

A sports marketing expert is warning New Zealand Rugby can no longer rely on the sport's popularity and must make its players more accessible. http://dlvr.it/RXBZ6m

Dream of a global rugby competition live, as Sanzaar and Six Nations vow to forge on

Hopes rugby can aligne itself globally remain alive, to the joy of World Rugby. http://dlvr.it/RXBZ4F

Cricket players boss Heath Mills takes aim at school sport system

The boss of the cricket players' association has called for a national discussion on school sport after revealing the toll it takes on young athletes. http://dlvr.it/RX7LvY

Coronavirus: Schoolboys may repeat final year if 1st XV cannot be played

Teenager says repeat year of First XV could be the difference between a career in black or an orange jumpsuit. http://dlvr.it/RX72sM

The challenges of rugby’s return to training explained

When clubs get back to training, they have to work hard on conditioning, cohesion and dealing from rugby's grind againToally different: Harlequins during a traditional pre-season session (Getty Images)The challenges of rugby’s return to training explained While those in the UK and Ireland wait for clarity on when …Continue reading » http://dlvr.it/RX72n4

Beauden Barrett keeps Bronco bragging rights from Damian McKenzie

Damian McKenzie tops Chiefs charts but proved no match for his All Blacks team-mate. http://dlvr.it/RX3lr6

'Is this what I signed up for?' - All Black Colin Slade reveals harsh realities of French rugby

Groundhog days wear down double World Cup winner. http://dlvr.it/RX3S4s

Rugby peacemaker to settle Brad Thorn's spat with Reds pay cut rebel Izack Rodda

Rugby Australia want to end the impasse between the ex-All Black and his Wallabies lock. http://dlvr.it/RX3S4W

Job losses and 20 per cent pay cuts at Taranaki Rugby Football Union

Five people have lost their job. The rest are taking a hefty pay cut. http://dlvr.it/RX03JG

Grant Robertson's Wallabies jibe as hopes lift of Bledisloe Cup series

NZ Sport Minister can't resist questionable joke at Aussie's expense as transTasman tests come into frame. http://dlvr.it/RWzkbx

Former Wallaby Greg Martin rips into rebel Reds trio: 'They've dogged their team-mates'

Ex-Wallaby slams the rebel Reds refusing a pay cut while rugby struggles with financial fallout from Covid-19. http://dlvr.it/RWzkbK

Super Rugby: All Blacks forward Scott Barrett re-signs with NZ Rugby until 2023 World Cup

NZ Rugby retains one of its key All Blacks forwards until the 2023 World Cup. http://dlvr.it/RWwJQZ

Beauden Barrett Sets Fitness Record In First Blues Training Session

In the first Blues training session back, Barrett set a record in the Bronco test. In the first Blues training session back, Barrett set a record in the Bronco test. http://dlvr.it/RWw04W

Jason White relives his biggest hits

Former Scotland, Lions, Sale and Clermont hitman talks through his favourite tacklesSure shot: White takes out Michael Owen in 2006 (Getty Images)Jason White relives his biggest hits “I SOMETIMES look back and think, ‘God, did I actually do that?'” offers Jason …Continue reading » http://dlvr.it/RWw046

Crusaders set to lock in home ground as they return to work

They won't have their fans but the Crusaders will be relieved to stay home for Super Rugby Aotearoa. http://dlvr.it/RWrg8l

Blues coach Leon MacDonald: Stakes are sky-high in Super Rugby Aotearoa

Eight Kiwi derbies in 10 weeks makes the Kiwi Super Rugby hybrid about as daunting a task as you get, says Blues coach. http://dlvr.it/RWrN0q

Super Rugby: Back to work for Hurricanes as tryscoring machine reflects on solitary confinement

Blockbusting wing's heaviest physical contact has been tumbling off his skateboard. http://dlvr.it/RWrMyZ

Uncontested scrums urged for rugby after coronavirus pandemic crisis

Ex-World Ruby medic can't think of a sport that has the same dangers as rugby for viral spread risk. http://dlvr.it/RWp6sq

All Blacks legend Jonah Lomu rated rugby's greatest entertainer after 'Michael Jordan moment'

Two former Blues wings - Jonah Lomu and Rupeni Caucanibuca - are the greatest entertainers rugby has seen, according to veteran English scribes. http://dlvr.it/RWntPF

Quade Cooper and Sonny Bill Williams' bold new diet regime

Forget the greens and leafy vegies. Quade Cooper and Sonny Bill Williams are not interested. http://dlvr.it/RWntN5

Blues ready to ride the Beauden Barrett express when Super Rugby resumes

An embarrassment of riches in his playmaker position gives Blues coach plenty to ponder ahead of season resumption. http://dlvr.it/RWlFgR

The day I broke my neck: Robert Paylor on his catastrophic injury

In 2017 the student was severely injured in America's National Championship final. Here's what has happened since...Putting the pieces back together: Paylor's shirt (Robert Paylor)It is two days before his final exams, at a time of unprecedented global unease, yet Robert Paylor is calmness …Continue reading » http://dlvr.it/RWkxSp

National Portrait: All Blacks captain Sam Cane and the rural upbringing that made him

Former All Blacks coach calls new skipper with congratulations and sage advice. http://dlvr.it/RWkXBz

Six Nations 'open' to spring switch

Competition could shift from traditional window to take place at same time as Rugby Championship in radical move. http://dlvr.it/RWghdv

Damning report signals end of huge pay days for All Blacks in England

Critical UK investigation targets marquee players outside of salary cap to ease financial crisis. http://dlvr.it/RWgLDW

Israel Folau spurns French rugby offer to stick with Super League

Montpellier keen on ex-Wallaby but he remains loyal to the league club who helped him in time of need. http://dlvr.it/RWfvdF