New coach will have to understand tight restrictions and fit in with Schmidt philosophy

Two of the three pillars of Saracens’ success explain what the makes the third tick

Winger could break Vincent Clerc’s all-time European record in final outing with club

Analysis: Possible last eight meeting with Springboks would not faze Joe Schmidt’s side

Mark McCall has played key role in helping build north London rugby powerhouse

Peter O’Mahony’s relaxed attitude bodes well for province ahead of European semi-final

England prodigy is captain-material and will seek to tick off Dublin on way to greatness

Incidents at Twickenham and Aviva show how interpretation of law differs among referees

Changes made to support team with Italy defence coach Brendan Venter sounded out

Coach Eddie Jones said Italy’s tactic of not committing men to the ruck was “a joke”

‘I thought they were brilliant in the execution, but if that’s rugby, I’m going to retire’

Joe Schmidt calls up Donnacha Ryan and Cian Healy to starting XV for Italy test

CJ Stander, Jaco Taute and Jean Kleyn provide powerful framework of raw power

He may be only 37 but the ex-Leinster secondrow has always been a natural leader

Only clubs like Toulon and Saracens have the cash and playing depth to go for a European-domestic double