Paul Tait

CO-FOUNDER / EDITOR / SOUTH AMERICA ... has been covering the sport since 2007. Author on web and in print. Published original works in English, Portuguese and Spanish. Ele fala português / Él habla español.

RWC 2027 in Argentina Will Cost US$200 Million

World Rugby Vice-Chairman Agustín Pichot has said Rugby World Cup 2027 in Argentina will cost US$200 million. The former Pumas captain is working behind the scenes on turning the dream into reality. Argentina is the only Semi Finalist in Rugby World Cup history not to have hosted a Rugby World …

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Puma Changes from June 2016 for June 2017

Daniel Hourcade’s roster for the June 2017 internationals remains unconfirmed. In 2016 his first roster had 28 players. Most, albeit not all, of the players are to return for the 2017 fixtures. They are to be complimented by additional players, all of whom are to involved in the current Super Rugby campaign. …

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The Winners and Losers of Super Rugby Downsizing

It is now official Super Rugby is to cut three teams. In doing so it will revert to being the Super 15, albeit possibly not with that former name returning. Unlike the Super 15 the competitors are to come from five rather than three countries. So who are the Winners …

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Jaguares Players Yet to Play Super Rugby in 2017

With Los Jaguares having completed the first stage of their campaign the roster is given a welcomed week off. Some have been heavily involved while others are waiting to have their first opportunity of the season. There are a total of 15 Jaguares yet to play Super Rugby in 2017. This …

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Argentina Will Play in RWC 2019 Pool of Death

It is doomsday for Los Pumas. Confirmation can now be made that Argentina will play in the RWC 2019 pool of death. Results from the 2017 Six Nations did not go Argentina’s way which, consequently sees the South Americans remaining 9th in the world. Having fallen to Wales, Scotland and …

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Can Argentina Avoid a Pool of Death for RWC 2019?

Heading into the final round of the Six Nations Argentina remains ranked 9th in the world. With this coming weekend’s matches being the final games before the draw is made Los Pumas would appear to have their fate sealed. Can Argentina Avoid a Pool of Death for RWC 2019? The …

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I Urge Argentina To Relax Overseas Player Rule

I urge Argentina to relax the overseas player rule. The existing UAR policy blocks any player from playing for Los Pumas who does not play in Argentina. The only exceptions are when an individual has permission from the union to play abroad. The ruling was brought into being to attract …

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Ease Up on Italy – Progress is Apparent

Recent performances against Wales and Ireland saw the Italians coming off second best without meeting expectations. Yet the past provides insight into the present and also the future. There is reason to say ease up on Italy – progress is apparent. Failures A lot has been going wrong, this cannot …

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French Bid Places RWC 2023 as Biggest Ever

The host nation for Rugby World Cup 2023 will be determined this year. In the running are three unions – France, Ireland and South Africa. All have hosted in some capacity in the past. Should the French bid be successful it would make 2023 the biggest ever Rugby World Cup. …

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