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The data which outlines why France could lift their first World Cup
Heavily trailed to go the distance, Les Bleus kick off their World Cup campaign against the All Blacks and the data showcases thei…
Russell Forbes Russell started working as a performance analyst in premiership rugby in 2016, firstly as a performance analyst intern with Wasps during 2016-17 and then as a full-time analyst and later Head of Performance Analysis at the club, until October 2022. Most recently he assisted the Flying Fijians as a performance analyst , on their 2022 Autumn Nations campaign
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The Johnny Sexton succession plan
Jack Crowley and Ross Byrne and next in line to succeed Ireland's talisman but how do they match up against the iconic 10
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Which England flyers will make Steve Borthwick's 33-man squad?
An in-depth look at the metrics of each England wing vying for World Cup squad selection shows just how hard the head coach's job …
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The key factors Steve Borthwick will look at to select England's World Cup backrow
The 33-man England squad will likely have six spots for the backrow meaning some top-class backrows will be left disappointed
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How Saracens have switched up their play to become an attacking force
For so long Mark McCall's men have been derided as successful but boring, yet a change in tack has seen them add flair to force
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Can Leicester breach the Sale Sharks defensive wall?
The teak-tough D implemented by Alex Sanderson has turned the AJ Bell into a fortress, one that Leicester have to plunder
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Why are Leinster so far ahead of the chasing pack?
The brains trust of Irish Rugby is ensconced in Dublin and expressed through the brilliance of Leinster who dominate in all facets
