Six Nations 2023: Three discussion points after Matchweek 4
After what has been a thoroughly enthralling month of action, the 2023 Six Nations is now firmly on the home straight, with the penultimate round…
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“A vision of how England would like to attack” – why the decision to start Marcus Smith over Owen Farrell is a good move by England
After weeks of frustration over the continued selection of Owen Farrell in the England side, the seemingly unthinkable (in head coach Steve Borthwick’s mind anyway)…
Six Nations 2023: Three discussion points after Matchweek 3
Another week, another round of exhilarating Six Nations rugby. This one didn’t quite have the same amount of end-to-end action as we saw in the…
“Talent across the board” and a “vibrant style of rugby” – why London Irish are genuine play-off challengers this season – tactical analysis
When London Irish faced Bristol Bears on 8 January, both were languishing at the bottom of the league and really struggling for form. However, since…
Try of the Month (January 2023): Ollie Thorley – Gloucester v Saracens – try analysis
January is always an interesting month in the English Premiership, because players know that the Six Nations is on the horizon and that it is…
Six Nations 2023: Why Scotland’s tactical changes helped them overcome Wales at Murrayfield – tactical analysis
It was clear to anyone watching the Six Nations meeting between Scotland and Wales on Saturday evening that both teams are currently on very different…
Six Nations 2023: Three discussion points after Matchweek 2
After an opening weekend in the 2023 Six Nations which saw big wins for Scotland and Ireland and a narrow victory for France, there was…
Six Nations 2023: Three discussion points after Matchweek 1
The 2023 Six Nations is only one week old, but already there are major talking points being discussed all over the place, with fans far…
“One of the greatest shows in sport” – what to expect from the 2023 Six Nations
Whilst the upcoming Rugby World Cup is on everybody’s minds this year, with the showcase event in France only a matter of months away, there…
“A major factor in Leicester’s resurgence”: Why the Tigers’ recruitment has been key to their recent revival on the pitch – tactical analysis
When Leicester Tigers lifted the English Premiership trophy last summer, it felt like the perfect reward for a club who had been underperforming and dicing…