Rugby Journal Magazine Issue 20 Back Issue

Sir Gareth Edwards reflects on fifty years since that legendary try, sharing his life story and iconic rugby moments, including Wales’ seven Five Nations titles and British & Irish Lions’ triumphs in New Zealand and South Africa. We meet London Japanese, a club whose members have been instrumental in Rugby World Cups, and Steffon Armitage, the former European Player of the Year, who is still playing for Nice, aiming to bring his boyhood club up the French rugby ranks.
Doncaster Knights, led by Steve Boden, have become title contenders after rising through the leagues and setting their sights on the Premiership. Will Carling discusses his journey as England’s most famous captain, why he avoided media attention, and his time with '57 old farts'. Navy Rugby’s rich history is explored, from HMS Ark Royal’s dominance on the pitch to its impact on the frontlines.
We take a look at BUCS rugby, and for our Rugby Town series, we visit Clontarf, the historic home of Bram Stoker and Brian O’Driscoll. We speak to Dave Alred, the mastermind behind Jonny Wilkinson’s World Cup-winning boot, and we head to Le Touquet for gives an exclusive tour of England’s Rugby World Cup base in the heart of Northern France