Bismarck du Plessis has been called up to the Springbok World Cup squad as a replacement for Pierre Spies. He talked about his and his family’s delight at his selection. (more…)
Day: August 1, 2007
The possiblity has emerged that Pierre Spies may never be able to play rugby again. (more…)
John Muggleton, Wallaby defensive coach, offers some brilliant insights into the art of defence. He pioneered the use of ideas from rugby league and was the brains behind the Australian victory at the 1999 World Cup – when they conceded only one try. (more…)
The IRB has asked national unions to trial the Experimental Law Variations or ‘Stellenbosch Laws’. Scotland, Australia and New Zealand will be testing the laws during domestic competitions. (more…)
Winning the World Cup will require a rugged lock in the engine room writes Hamish McBrearty for Sportingo. (more…)