Six Nations
Analysis: Why Rhys Patchell Can Excel Amidst England’s Pressure
When Eddie Jones starts trying to unsettle you with mind games in the build-up to a pivotal 6 Nations test match, the chances are that you’re doing something right.
Analysis: Do Ireland Need a Second Playmaker?
Is a problem shared really a problem halved? In rugby terms, it’s a divisive issue.
Should a coach pick a second playmaker at centre? Is it best to have a barrel-chested ball-carrier outside your fly-half, or another pair of gentle hands? A man o’ war, or a metronome? There are several schools of thought in answering these questions, and these were on full display during last weekend’s Six Nations fixtures.
Analysis: Finn Russell’s Improving Game Management Shows That He is Learning from His Mistakes
In the wake of last weekend’s Six Nations fixtures, Italy’s controversial showing at Twickenham shared back-page headlines with the stellar performances of Ireland’s half-backs. The supremely composed Conor Murray and Johnny Sexton were worthy of the admiration heaped upon them against the French, and there were few arguments when both were named in the Championship’s official Team of the Week.
