‘Inspirational’ Tom Smith hailed as one of Scotland’s best after death aged 50
Brian O’Driscoll among those to pay tribute to the prop who played on two Lions tours
Brian O’Driscoll among those to pay tribute to the prop who played on two Lions tours
From Jim Telfer to Rassie Erasmus, the best coaches can stir the soul with a team talk
Becoming genuine contenders may require a history-making result against England
Former Wales coach also outlines Maro Itoje’s captaincy credentials
Jim Telfer believes flanker has the type of aggression and nastiness that Scotland require
Townsend’s team aiming to end their dire away record by claiming Ireland’s scalp
South African focusing on Munster’s Pro12 semi against Ospreys after ‘special’ Lions day
There is hope among former players that they can finally pull it off against England
If Lions were picked now, Stuart Hogg, Finn Russell and Jonny Gray would have a seat
Eddie Jones says he is not bothered either way ahead of Saturday’s game
Steve Borthwick named as forwards coach while Rob Howley will lead the backline
If tourists are to win the series, they almost certainly have to win this opening Test
Power of Four required to take on Southern Hemisphere ‘big-boys’
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Full general election coverage including analysis and results for all 43 constituencies
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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