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…

Finals rugby in May makes you forget the rest

Elevator pitch • France full-back Thomas Ramos scores with a theatrical dive during Toulouse’s 54-20 Champions Cup win against the Sharks

YOUR RUGBY CALENDAR • A look at the oval-ball events taking place in May

THE DIRECTORY • All the dates and TV details you need as some major competitions reach a climax

“For a long period I was just known as the kid who Dan Biggar spoke to” • The Northampton Saints fly-half talks bacon milkshakes, Bentleys and bravery

WHAT’S ON YOUR PHONE

AROUND THE WORLD IN TEN STORIES • We take you on a whistle-stop tour of the global game

Stop tinkering with the laws! • Our former elite official is wound up by talk of an ‘orange card’ coming into rugby

SCHOOLS ROUND UP

Clutch kick

KEN OWENS • The Wales captain who has represented the Lions and Scarlets with distinction

Rising Stars

Should England players be available if they play abroad?

WHAT GOES ON TOUR… [Goes in Rugby World]

WHAT’S IT LIKE TO… BE A TELEVISION MATCH OFFICIAL • Rowan Kitt tells RW about the thrills and stresses of life in the TV truck

RUGBY RANT • Co-captains muddy the waters and are a nonsense, argues Josh Graham

SHORT PASS

INSIDE THE MIND OF… IAN McKINLEY • Insights from the Irishman who played for Italy after losing sight in one eye

Sisilia Tuipulotu • The Wales prop is a force of nature, despite her tender years

ISLANDS IN THE SUN • A proper first home match for Moana Pasifika augurs well, says Alan Pearey

TONY DIPROSE • Age 50 Position No 8 Teams Saracens, Harlequins, England & Lions

SCOTT ROBERTSON • The Crusaders boss and the next All Blacks head coach discusses his approach

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“IF THERE’S ANYTHING TO TAKE FROM THIS INTERVIEW, IT’S LEARNING ABOUT MYSELF” • There’s been a lot of growth for Sale Sharks and England star TOM CURRY over the last few years and he’s open to more change if he can hit new heights

“Saracens are changing. Changing for the better and setting an example” • It may feel like ‘same old Sarries’ – and they are still one of the Premiership’s undeniable forces. But Stephen Jones digs into what the future could hold for this project in North London

MY LIFE IN PICTURES… STUART HOGG • Scotland’s record try-scorer and three-time Lions tourist announced that he will retire after the World Cup. Here are his highs and lows…

STEVEN KITSHOFF • The Springbok hopes to bow out on a high at Stormers before joining Ulster

MARLIE PACKER • She is as fierce as ever on the field but there is a softer side to the new Red Roses captain

PLAYING THROUGH GRIEF • In the fast-moving world of elite rugby, how are the complex and isolating emotions of loss and bereavement handled? This is our special report

HELP AVAILABLE • If you’ve been affected by any of the issues discussed in this feature and would like to seek help, why not try the following…

Warrior Spirit • After plummeting in standards, Glasgow have been transformed by coach Franco Smith this season. Here’s how he turned things...