Match Analysis

We take a look at some of the best games from around the world and analyse the key areas in each teams performance, to help the reader better understand the game of rugby. Our aim is to help you think about why teams are doing what they are doing, and how they are winning (or losing!), so you can expand your rugby knowledge, or put it into practice on the field yourself.

Match Analysis

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Analysis: How the 2003 Rugby World Cup final acted as a precursor to modern rugby

New Zealand tactically out thought, and out fought South Africa.

Beauden Barrett and Richie Mo'unga: unlocking rugby's cheat codes

Generating Momentum: Analysing Australia's Attack

Analysis: 2019 Champions Cup Final

Match Analysis: Leicester Tigers vs Wasps

Match Analysis: Wales vs England

Match Analysis: Gloucester vs Saracens

Match Analysis: Northampton Saints vs Sale Sharks

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Match Analysis: Scotland vs Ireland

Match Analysis: Wales v France

Analysis: Specialist statistical analysis paints ugly picture for England’s attack, reinforces Scotland’s attacking superiority and Ireland’s iron clad game.

Analysis: How To Beat Ireland's Kicking Game

What’s in a number?

Match Analysis: England v New Zealand

Match Analysis: South Africa v New Zealand

Match Analysis: South Africa v Australia

Match Analysis: Newcastle v Wasps

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Match Analysis: New Zealand v South Africa

Match Analysis: Gloucester v Bristol

Match Analysis: Wasps v Exeter

Match Analysis: Bledisloe Two - New Zealand v Australia

Match Analysis: Super Rugby Final 2018 Crusaders v Lions

Match Analysis: All Blacks v Lions Third Test

Match Analysis: All Blacks v Lions - Second Test

Match Analysis: Hurricanes v Lions

Match Analysis: All Blacks v Lions - First Test

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Match Analysis: Chiefs v Lions