Matt Williams: Every great outhalf requires a proper consigliere to really shine
The role of the inside centre is letting the No 10 flourish is one of the game’s key combinations
The role of the inside centre is letting the No 10 flourish is one of the game’s key combinations
New Zealand writers react to the All Blacks’ second straight defeat in Dublin
Welsh winger initiated one of the British and Irish Lions’ greatest tries four years ago
France’s international contingent set to ensure tough test for Irish provinces in Europe
A trip to France is next for Friend’s side after they secure a famous win over Montpellier
Fitzgerald penalty earns Friend’s side a deeply satisfying win over Montpellier
Friend’s side produce a mighty performance and start Champions Cup campaign in style
Welsh referee well accustomed to the demands of the big occasion
All Blacks coach says Ireland bring the best out of his side but this meeting is do or die
New Zealand win the 2011 Rugby World Cup thanks to penalty scored by back-up outhalf
Today marks the end of an era with the Kiwi's last home game in charge of Ireland
Conor Murray and Johnny Sexton not at heights of 2018 but are primed for World Cup tilt
Players were on losing side in Chicago and don’t want to experience that feeling again
Schmidt’s side have grown since and Chicago 2016 changed the narrative for Irish rugby
Forward power can help Castres pip Exeter in one of weekend’s most intriguing ties
Two-year deal worth over €1.7m proved irresistible for new Wasps outhalf
A look at the 20 sides in the 2018-19 Heineken Cup who are bidding for the ultimate prize
Sopoaga has 16 New Zealand caps but signed lucrative two-year Wasps deal in January
Result shows that Ireland ‘are going to work hard no matter how ominous the situation’
Prop prevented the monstrous Fijian winger from scoring a potential game-changing try
Yellow cards prove costly for Scottish side in Pool 3 clash
Clash with fellow-strugglers Montpellier should prove an entertaining affair
Young Ireland star says he feels ‘very grateful and lucky’ to be starting against Fiji
Financial and physical juggernaut of Montpellier should prove very different challenge
Remorseless Saracens remain the team to beat but Leinster look equipped for long haul
Sean O’Brien and Isa Nacewa likely to be available for the Champions Cup opener
Leo Cullen says Leinster-Munster clash always a game to whet the appetite of players and fans
Steve Hansen’s side will walk away with more regrets after thrilling finale at Eden Park
From a miserable defeat to the Blues through to redemption in the Wellington rain
Warren Gatland’s side weather ferocious All Blacks storm to earn a 15-15 draw in Auckland
New Zealand media’s treatment of Warren Gatland is disgraceful, says coach’s assistant
The third test is the hardest, but Lions have tries in them if opportunities come
Panel on ‘Break Down’ can’t get over O’Brien decision and accuse Lions of spoiling tactics
Kiwi media address Hansen’s midfield quandry with Gatland the weekend winner
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices