It would be nice to think that whatever the tournament outcome, we can enjoy and look back on characters and magical players who force their way into the limelight past the phase counters and ruck interpretation specialists.

The Sanzar judiciary descended even further into its circus tent by clearing the cowardly act of Quade Cooper.

All Blacks coach Graham Henry obsessed about sending thoughts to the blokes who missed out...

First of all I just what to say thanks for all the advice this past week - and it's probably best if I stick to the rugby!