With a new year upon us it only seems natural to assess the best rugby ... in world rugby but has a superb all-round game. In a game full of giants he has defied the odds to play a crucial role ...

It has been another riveting year of Test match rugby with South Africa solidifying their status as the best team on the planet ... When Matera plays well Argentina tend to play well.

Five major changes have been introduced for this year's tournament as rugby ... play will continue. If there is a wonky throw that is contested, the non-throwing team can choose to have a line-out ...