The Hundred Years' War is the story of the intense competition between the All Blacks and the Springboks over the past 100 years, the games they've played and the battles that have raged from parliaments to the streets.It's an examination of two cultures brought together by rugby, torn apart by racism, then brought back together to forge a new era of rivalry.There are heroes and villains on both sides, on and off the field. For every tale of battling the Boks on th...

From well-known journalist and rugby author Jamie Wall, this fully illustrated book showcases the top 15 players in an all-time All Blacks lineup and makes an ideal Father's Day gift. Released in anticipation of the 2025 Bledisloe Cup between Australia and New Zealand, this collection features key statistics and close to 100 historical images that highlight the power, strength, and success of legendary players such as Jonah Lomu, Richie McCaw, Dan Carter and Zinzan Brooke....

This brilliant selection of photographs and stories describes what it means to stare down the most famous ritual in sport, from the perspective of those who have been there. Facing the Haka examines the significance that the All Blacks' haka has in the wider rugby world, as well as the deep respect opponents have for the team.This is about standing in front of the haka, meeting the All Blacks on those key occasions, and reliving the stories of the games that followed. ...

The All Blacks have had a brilliant run of brothers in the last decade, with the Barretts, Whitelocks, Saveas and Franks, but there have also been many more standouts throughout New Zealand rugby history like the Meads, Whettons, Gears, Bachops and Brownlies.Jamie Wall writes insightfully, revealing fascinating stories and providing analysis of some of the massive changes that have occurred in New Zealand rugby over the years, while sharing great yarns about the high-profile tests ...

What happened to the All Blacks at the 2019 Rugby World Cup?They were aiming for their third title in a row. A win would have capped a decade of dominance for the team and provided a fitting end to the careers of Steve Hansen and Kieran Read.But it turned out to be a much tougher challenge, and ended in crushing failure. Heroics & Heartbreak is Jamie Wall's story of the campaign, from someone who was there every step of the way.The campaign for the cup star...

For over 130 years the British & Irish Lions have stood out as a symbol of the ethics, values and romance at the heart of rugby union. To represent the Lions is the pinnacle for every international player in Britain and Ireland, and the dream of tens of thousands of avid fans who fol-low them. A Lions tour, undertaken every four years to the southern hemisphere, is more than a series of rugby matches played out on foreign fields; it is an epic crusade where the chosen few face a succession...

The autobiography of West Indies fast-bowling legend turned Sky pundit, Michael Holding, author of the award-winning Why We Kneel, How We RiseAs one of the fastest bowlers the world has seen, Michael Holding went by the haunting nickname 'Whispering Death', claiming 249 Test wickets. Despite having not laced his bowling boots since 1989, it remains a fitting sobriquet. As a commentator and administrator, Holding has delivered his views on cricket in the same manner...

If you're new to the sport or you feel you could sharpen up your knowledge of the game, this guide is for you. Inside you'll find easy-to-understand advice on the basic rules and pitch positions, plus in-depth lessons on ball skills, fitness training, and techniques to outwit your opponents - all illustrated with entertaining stories from British and International rugby's back pages. In addition, you get a grounding in the local, national and international reaches of Rugby Union

Celtic Football Club has a huge support in Ireland, many of whom regularly travel to watch their team in Glasgow or follow them on TV. Now, "Celtic FC - The Ireland Connection" explores the deep-rooted links between Celtic Football Club, Ireland and the 90 million supporters of Irish descent throughout the world - links which include the club's founder Brother Walfrid from Sligo; the first sod of turf on Celtic Park in 1892 from Donegal; why the Irish flag flies over the stadium; Celtic's ...

Go behind the scenes with the world's most successful sports team. This is a complete history of rugby's most famous yet enigmatic team, the New Zealand All Blacks, told by the men who have had the honour of wearing the iconic black jersey. From the legendary 1905 'Originals' all the way through to Richie McCaw's record-breaking back-to-back World Cup champions of 2015, this is a history of the All Blacks like you have never experienced it before. Thanks to exhaustive archival research and...

Want to know the difference between rugby league and union? How to spot a knock on? Whether the number on a player's shirt has any relation to their position? Find the answers to all these questions and more in The Rugby Pocket Bible, packed full of fun trivia and essential knowledge for any rugby fan. If you've just joined an amateur rugby league and need some pointers, or you're an avid supporter and want to learn more about your club's history this is your ultimate guide to rugby.

A superb collection of humourous Rugby stores, anecdotes, quotes and jokes, highlighting some of the key characters of the game such as Jonny Wilkinson, David Campese, Gareth Edwards and many more.