Smith reveals haka secrets

Veteran scrumhalf Aaron Smith has shed light on how the All Blacks decide which haka they will perform prior to a Test match.

Barnes admits it was a forward pass

England referee Wayne Barnes has revealed how his blunder during the 2007 World Cup quarter-final between the All Blacks and France motivated him to become one of the game’s elite officials.

Folau’s latest claim ‘absurd’

Former Wallaby Peter FitzSimons says Israel Folau stood no chance of captaining the Wallabies during the 2019 World Cup in Japan.

Watch: ‘He’s quite a celeb in Cardiff’

Hear what hooker greats Schalk Brits and Rory Best had to say about Warren Gatland, as the trio prepare for the match between the Barbarians and Wales on Saturday.

Habana, Bismarck in Warburton’s best team

Bryan Habana and Bismarck du Plessis are both included in the best international team that former Wales captain Sam Warburton has faced.

From the mag: Once in a lifetime

Japan enjoyed a fairytale World Cup campaign at their home tournament, qualifying for the playoffs for the first time, writes RICHARD FREEMAN.

‘One of the toughest years of my life’

Former All Blacks wing Nehe Milner-Skudder has opened up about the mental challenges he has had to endure during his injury-plagued career.

Rugby Australia boss apologises to World Rugby

Rugby Australia CEO Raelene Castle has sent an apology to World Rugby regarding the behaviour of former coach Michael Cheika and other members of the Wallabies camp during the World Cup in Japan.

Folau raises compensation claim

Israel Folau has increased his demands over his sacking to A$14 million after claiming he could have captained the Wallabies during the 2019 World Cup.

Another injury blow for Wales

Cardiff Blues centre Willis Halaholo’s dreams of making his Wales debut this weekend were dashed after being ruled out with a long-term knee injury.