Johnny Watterson: Rugby’s centurions really just a modern day concept
No player that began their career prior to 1982 reached 100 caps
Let’s face it, Saracens don’t really care that they are rugby’s most hated team
Often used as motivation, the club and supporters are aware of their pariah status
Final countdown: Paddy Johns was a Saracens standout, on and off the pitch
Sexton’s Wembley wonder show; last of the tickets; Sarries chase record; team talk
Gerry Thornley: Epic final in prospect as two rugby machines collide
Most consistently dominant forces in Europe have proven their worth repeatedly
Gerry Thornley: It's hard to love this France side
Modern side a more practical version of the teams that lit up previous World Cups
RWC #27: Serge Blanco magic sees France past Australia
Wallabies denied a place in inaugural World Cup final as Les Bleus upset 1987 co-hosts
Andy McGeady: Time on Cullen’s side but the time for Leinster might be now
He may be only 37 but the ex-Leinster secondrow has always been a natural leader
France straining under the yoke of Saint-André’s tactical straitjacket
Inconsistent selection and brutish, forward-orientated tactics testing the patience of the French fans
Wild geese clash as O’Sullivan’s Biarritz take on Davidson’s Aurillac
There are now more Irish head coaches in the French ProD2 than in Pro12
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