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A short video on how the Boks manipulated France's defence for Feinberg-Mngomezulu's try.

#FRAvRSA #RugbyAnalysis
November 14, 2025 at 7:44 AM
My favourite team try of the year so far in test rugby.

New Zealand's attacking shape seems quite simple, but guessing where the next pass is going isn't.

This try illustrates it well and the 3-2 shape they play off sideline rucks from wing to wing.

#RugbyAnalysis
October 8, 2025 at 9:46 PM
After 6 years of EK Rugby Analysis, thought now would be a good time for a new logo.

Will still be still be analysing rugby and drawing arrows - just wanted a logo that reflects that better😁
October 5, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Here's a short analysis video looking back at a New Zealand lineout that was 100% last weekend.

This video focuses on the art of lineout calling, and using animation to create separation when trying to win clean ball.

#RugbyAnalysis #SoundOn
October 3, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Had to do a breakdown on this beauty of a lineout peel from Zebre.

Turn sound on 🔊 to hear how they made it happen.

#URC #URCGO #RugbyAnalysis
October 1, 2025 at 8:18 AM
No win, but this Ireland group can be very proud of the performance they put in.

A huge effort from the players to start the game as underdogs, and earn the right to finish it devastated with the loss.

Massive strides made these past 4 years and more to come.

#FRAvIRE #RWC2025
September 14, 2025 at 2:34 PM
In the final play, France win after a knock-on at the lineout 5 metres from their own line.

Heartbreak for Ireland, relief for France. It's going to take a while to calm down after this one.

#FRAvIRE #RWC2025
September 14, 2025 at 2:09 PM
A clever quick-tap move from France sees Escudero score. Bourgeois nails the conversion and the score is now 13-10 to Ireland.

Ireland also have a player in the bin, so will be under serious pressure for the next 9 minutes.

#FRAvIRE #RWC2025
September 14, 2025 at 1:41 PM
From a scrum penalty won by Ireland, Dannah O'Brien slots a kick from 34 metres out.

Ireland now lead France 13-0 with 38 minutes gone.

#FRAvIRE #RWC2025
September 14, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Another try for Ireland! This time it's Stacey Flood who scores out wide.

Ireland have played the majority of the game in France's half and now lead 10-0 after 25 minutes.

#FRAvIRE #RWC2025
September 14, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Linda Djougang scores for Ireland!

After an earlier try was ruled out for a knock-on, Djougang drives over from a tap penalty.

Ireland lead 5-0 after 6 minutes.

#FRAvIRE #RWC2025
September 14, 2025 at 12:13 PM
A try straight off the training ground from New Zealand, identifying a potential weakness in South Africa's defence and then building a move to attack it.

Plenty of nice little details in the design here. Will we see NZ attack the same space again?

#NZLvRSA #RugbyAnalysis
September 12, 2025 at 8:59 PM
This was the backs coach's dream from Argentina.

The same call, two different options, two tries.

#RugbyAnalysis #AUSvARG #LosPumas
September 8, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Sachiko Kato's reaction after her sin bin was reversed😄

#IREvJPN #RWC2025
August 24, 2025 at 12:29 PM
August 24, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Really clever pod shape from Japan to create their first try.

A flat runner targeting the edge of the ruck, 3 deeper forward options, the bullet pass option to the outside player, and a back in behind.

This is a well-coached Japan side playing to their strengths.

#IREvJPN #RWC2025
August 24, 2025 at 12:07 PM
What a tackle from Aoife Dalton💥

#IREvJPN #RWC2025
August 24, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Stuck at home sick, so decided to put together a bit of analysis on the Springboks today.

Something to keep an eye on this weekend is Grant Williams at 9 and the different creative ways that South Africa are bringing his speed into the game.

#RSAvAUS #RugbyAnalysis #Springboks
August 14, 2025 at 12:56 PM
Me when there's no weekend Lions game for the first time in 8 weeks
August 9, 2025 at 10:22 AM
This was clever stuff from the Lions. Unfortunate not to end in a try.

#Lions2025 #AUSvLIO #RugbyAnalysis
July 21, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Here's a short video on the evolution of the midfield scrum setup that the Lions have been using so far.

A setup with a variety of options that lead to two tries against the Queensland Reds.

#Lions2025 #REDvLIO #RugbyAnalysis
July 2, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Here's a short video looking at the Lions' attacking shapes in their opening game vs Argentina.

Still very early days yet, but plenty of signs of structure already in their play to keep an eye on as the Tour progresses.

#Lions2025 #RugbyAnalysis
June 26, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Put an Ireland crest on Jannik Sinner's t-shirt and I buy it so fast
June 6, 2025 at 6:27 PM
My new favourite rugby reaction GIF
May 31, 2025 at 9:09 PM
This Saints '11' move was too good not to look at again.

Here's a quick video breaking down some of the clever thinking behind it and what lead to a try.

#NORvUBB #RugbyAnalysis
May 29, 2025 at 6:48 PM