Can Scotland dare to dream?
In the midst of one of the worst crises to ever affect the world last year, there was something to rally around, a collective cause that truly brought out the…
Diego Maradona: Triumph, Tragedy and a Story Only Sport Could Write
Diego Armando Maradona, the greatest footballer of his generation, died yesterday in his hometown of Buenos Aires aged 60. 15 years to the day that George Best, a similarly gifted…
The most Scottish game of all time? When Scotland beat the World Cup finalists but still ended up losing
Was Scotland’s fateful world cup against the Netherlands in 1978 the most ‘Scottish’ game of all time? Well, yes and no. Scotland rallied to one of their greatest performances, knowing…
Before the flood: England’s defeat of All Blacks shows real progress
There is no doubt in my mind that 26 October saw a defining moment in world rugby history. An engagement of two nations, dressed in a royal pride of black…
After the flood: heartbreak again as England fall short in final
England have been waiting for an opportunity to raise the Webb-Ellis Cup for over a decade. Their form this World Cup has been indisputably good: they are strong favourites walking…
England on track: is rugby coming home this year?
The last decade of English World Cup rugby has seen much controversy and little consistency. 2011; England’s ‘antics’ and ‘off-field’ distractions took over Martin Johnson’s grasp of their World Cup.…
Rugby World Cup Spotlight: can Tonga exceed expectations?
The stage is set. Rugby’s worldwide fanbase draws teams from hats, excitedly reading the names of South Africa, New Zealand and England from the back of torn pieces of paper.…
Interview with the BBC’s lead commentator Guy Mowbray
Commentary has always defined my sporting experience. From my early years listening to Murray Walker describe in his high-pitched, cracking voice the moment Damon Hill crossed the line at Suzuka…