Mario Ledesma was the unsung hero inspiring young players across the world

Rugby World heads to the French Riviera to visit the four latest English expats trying to become Toulon legends

DREAMS TURNING TO ASHES

Barring overseas-based players from appearing for their country is nothing less than a disgrace, says Stephen Jones. And for a host of reasons

England are taking Bazball to Australia. Will it stand up to a rigorous examination by our Antipodean cousins, or will it be another six weeks of humiliation? James Fishe r is feeling hopeful

AN ENGLAND AND BRITISH & IRISH LIONS LEGEND, MAKO VUNIPOLA IS LOVING LIFE WITH VANNES IN FRANCE AND COULD YET MAKE THE 2027 WORLD CUP WITH TONGA