Rugby World

Rugby World is the voice of global rugby and the biggest-selling rugby magazine anywhere. Through its team of respected and professional writers, it offers unrivalled access to the players and coaches behind the thrilling clashes that define the sport of international rugby union. The magazine has four editions, one for each of the UK national teams, and delivers a comprehensive monthly package of rugby action, with hundreds of images that capture the excitement and passion that define this high-impact sport..

WHAT YOU SHOULD BE TALKING ABOUT THIS MONTH…

EDITOR’S LETTER

STRIPPING THE BALL

YOUR RUGBY CALENDAR • Events, matches and more in the month of June

“My grandmother phoned me after the ref mic picked me up cursing” • From his cooking to tidiness, get to know the Ulster and South Africa No 8

AROUND THE WORLD IN TEN STORIES • A round-up of news from all points of the globe

It’s a forward pass! • Our former elite ref is bemused by how complicated we’ve made forward pass rulings

JOHN MITCHELL • The Wasps attack coach and ex-All Blacks boss now overseeing Japan’s defence

RISING STARS

Did the Black Ferns make the right coaching appointments?

WHAT GOES ON TOUR…

WHAT IT’S LIKE TO… PLAY IN THE FIRST WOMEN’S TEST • This month marks the 40th anniversary of Netherlands v France

THE RUGBY RANT • Kit clashes should be a thing of the past, insists RW’s Alan Dymock

INSIDE THE MIND OF… ALED DAVIES • The Saracens and Wales scrum-half talks cows, Covid and the 60-cap rule

Dan Cole • The tighthead embodies all that is good about title-chasing Leicester Tigers

POPPING THE CORK • The World Cup of mixed ability rugby takes place in Ireland this month. Alan Pearey reports

SIMON DANIELLI • Age 42 Position Wing Teams Bristol, Bath, Borders, Ulster & Scotland

TOBY BOOTH • The Ospreys head coach who has worked at London Irish, Bath and Harlequins

CHARLES PIUTAU • It has been a dream harboured for years but one he feared would never be realised. Today the former All Black can honour his heritage and make the big switch to Tonga. So we headed to Bristol to gauge the full-back’s excitement levels…

“What next for the Rugby World Cup?” • We now know the hosts for all World Cups up until 2033, but how do organisers ensure those events are the best they can be? Stephen Jones assesses the future of the men’s and women’s tournaments

PHILLIPA LOVE • The Black Ferns prop talks coaches, contracts and the World Cup

MY LIFE IN PICTURES… MICHAEL CHEIKA • Rugby has taken the Australian around the world and across codes. As he begins the head coach role with the Pumas, he reflects on key points on his journey…

ISLAND OF dreams • Their women’s team have qualified for the Sevens World Cup and plans for pro leagues too. We find out about rugby in Madagascar

KEAGEN FARIA • Born in Mumbai, raised in Hamilton and enjoying a professional career in Japan…

Pride & Joy • There’s no doubting the passion Michele Lamaro has for representing his country. Here the Italy back-row talks captaincy, carpentry and competitiveness

HOW THE MAPLE LEAF WILTED

DAVIT NINIASHVILI • The teenage Georgian wing is making waves across Europe

Road Map • Talented French youngsters are progressing to the Test team thanks to their pathway system – but the same is not true in England. Rugby World reports

FREDERIKSBERG • Alan Dymock jets off to a stunningly sunny Copenhagen to see a rugby club serving as a social beacon for players

FREDERIKSBERG OUT OF 10

CROSSWORD

NORTH v SOUTH

Team of the Year Garstang Colts

NATIONAL CHAMPIONS

NATIONAL CUP WINNERS

SOUTH-WEST...