Articles by Alex Spink

Kansas City Chiefs were ‘calling’ Louis Rees-Zammit daily, NFL IPP head states that Wales star is no ‘marketing’ gimmick

Head of the NFL International Player Pathway, James Cook, reveals that the Kansas City Chiefs actively recruited Louis Rees-Zammit.

Exclusive: The US is an option for Wasps’ revival, Kenny Logan reveals

Kenny Logan reveals that Wasps have been offered a place in the Major League Rugby.

Harlequins fly-half in ‘survival mode’ as Premiership ‘squeeze’ leaves his future in doubt

Harlequins fly-half Will Edwards speaks to Planet Rugby as his career could come to an end this season as the 'squeeze' on Premiership clubs takes it toll.

Ex-England centre urges Red Rose to follow South Africa’s lead and has his say on Bulls decision

Former European Professional Club Rugby boss Simon Halliday talks to Alex Spink about England's selection policy, South Africa's inclusion and more.

Former England wing hails Northampton’s ‘want to entertain’ and the Six Nations game that was ‘a long time coming’

Planet Rugby writer Alex Spink sat down with former England and Northampton Saints wing Jon Sleightholme ahead of the Champions Cup weekend.

Rugby league legend Martin Offiah savours ’emotional moment’ as Premiership-bound son Tyler pulls on England jersey

Planet Rugby writer Alex Spink sits down with rugby league legend Martin Offiah and his son Tyler, who recently made his England U18 debut.

Lawrence Dallaglio: Rugby saved me from ‘some pretty bad life choices’

Lawrence Dallaglio was a lost soul when he found rugby. Angry, grief-stricken, railing against the unfairness of life in the face of tragedy.

Emile Ntamack in awe of son Romain’s incredible ‘mindset’ after ‘devastating’ injury killed World Cup ‘dream’

Planet Rugby reporter Alex Spink spoke exclusively to France legend Emile Ntamack about his son's Rugby World Cup heartbreak and much more.

‘I’m not stupid’ – ex-England youth star saw the writing on the wall and is open to representing Japan

James Grayson opens up on his Test future, pontentially with Japan, and reflects on his exit from Northampton Saints following Fin Smith's arrival.

Owen Farrell almost made cross-code switch as Super League giants were ‘in the mix’ to sign England star

Planet Rugby contributor Alex Spink spoke with Wigan Warriors chief executive Kris Radlinksi, who reveals the club came close to signing Owen Farrell.

Jack Willis doubts he will ‘ever be fully at peace’ with England ineligibility

Toulouse star Jack Willis has revealed how he deals mentally with being ineligible for the England rugby team he has spent his life working to play for.

Jasper Wiese: When you play for the Springboks, you put your own desires behind you

Jasper Wiese spoke exclusively with Planet Rugby about the World Cup and his teammates.

Danny Care: England will hit ‘massive heights’ under Steve Borthwick

Danny Care predicts that England will continue to get better under Steve Borthwick and Jamie George.

Opinion: England a ‘side reborn’ after Six Nations as the ‘straitjacket has gone’ under Steve Borthwick

Planet Rugby contributor Alex Spink hails the progress England have made under Steve Borthwick in recent weeks, saying the "straitjacket has gone".