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Boks are villains of the piece

The Springboks are used to being the pantomime villains of world rugby. Their bruising style, proclivity for controversy and yes, success, make them a team everybody loves to hate.

Laporte steps up O'Gara chase for France

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Laporte steps up O'Gara chase for France
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Drama at death as Barbarians edge Tonga in cruel conditions
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New Zealand appeals World Rugby decision on Sonny Bill William's ban
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Has Rassie Erasmus hooked a Shark with bite?

Rassie Erasmus struck gold when he captured Jaco Taute on a short-term loan from the Stormers, but is it too much to expect Jean Deysel to make a similar impact during his limited time at Munster?

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Expanded Super Rugby exposes yawning gaps
Expanded Super Rugby exposes yawning gaps

Super Rugby’s expansion into Asian and Latin American markets was hailed as a watershed for the sport’s globalisation but the struggles of the three new teams have become an awkward sideshow for the sprawling competition.

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When enough is enough: How much more can Irish players take?
When enough is enough: How much more can Irish players take?
With just two rounds of Six Nations action to go, it’s time to take stock. To date, I have seen Ireland live in all three contests; England, Wales, and France twice each in the flesh, and Italy once.

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