The number 8's duties are similar to his loose forward team-mates - to tackle, carry and provide the backs support in breaks. But he also has the added responsibility of securing possession at the ...

Japan number eight Kazuki Himeno will play for the Otago Highlanders in next year’s Super Rugby competition, his Japanese club Toyota Verblitz said on Monday. Himeno, who was a key player in ...

Waratahs coach Dan McKellar has spoken highly of former Wallabies backrower and Fijian number 8 Langi Gleeson following his ...