John Winter Is your team heading to the StoneX Stadium to play Saracens? This area of North London isn’t a typical tourist destination. But every rugby fan should take the chance to visit the Saracens’ home ground at least once. Here are the best tips for your travel and stay. Stadium Names If you ask a local … Read more
Is your team heading to Sandy Park to play the Exeter Chiefs? The area of Exeter isn’t a typical tourist destination in England, but every rugby fan should visit the Chiefs’ home ground at least once. To get the most up-to-date advice on travelling to Sandy Park and Exeter, I surveyed supporters from across the … Read more
Here are all the squads for the 2023 Six Nations. England Forwards Backs France Forwards Backs Ireland Forwards Backs Italy Forwards Backs Scotland Forwards Backs Wales Forwards Backs
Teams win the Six Nations title by finishing the tournament with the highest number of points. They win the Grand Slam if they win all their five matches in the tournament. It’s possible for teams to finish as joint winners. This has happened twenty times in the tournament’s history since it started with four nations … Read more
I’ve rifled through my collection of rugby side-splitters. These are my best Six Nations jokes. Could Be About Every Six Nations Flanker Ever As the Six Nations tournament got underway, a legendary flanker sat down to watch the new generation build on his legacy. His three children came to him with some questions. “Dad, why … Read more
If you’re just getting into rugby, you need to know the basics about rugby studs. There may seem to be a confusing set of different sizes and layouts. But the choice of studs becomes easy when you know what the differences are for. Why Do Rugby Players Wear Studs? It’s not mandatory for rugby players … Read more
Blisters are the bane of many rugby players, but there are plenty of different ways to avoid them. I’ve gathered tips from a range of players and coaches who have overcome the problem of blistering feet. If you’re getting blisters from your rugby boots, try at least one of the tips in this article. You … Read more
Let’s start this review of the new Adidas Kakari Z.1 with a 3D look at the boot. Turn down the sound if you don’t want some dramatic music! Because the Z.1 is a recently launched boot, we don’t have as many club player reviews as for other models. But we’ve brought you the direct feedback … Read more
We added the dramatic music to this video of the Kakari Elite. Turn down the sound if you’re in the office! Turn it up if you’re not! Best Suitable For: Forwards who want extra traction on soft ground and enough flexibility for dynamic open play. Weight, Sizing, And Width Famously lightweight when compared to traditional … Read more
Best For: Forwards playing on soft or muddy grass pitches who want a budget option under £70. The Kakari SG is the entry-level boot within the Kakari range. Weight, Size, And Width Famously lightweight when compared to traditional leather brands. Weight: UK size 8.5 is 399g. Sizing: Most club players we surveyed wore a half-size … Read more