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We assess who prospered during the November Tests, and who didn't...
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Who makes the cut in our star XV from the November Tests? Find out now...
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The final weekend of autumn Test action was one not to miss. Read the reports.
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Winners and losers of November
With the November Tests grinding to a close, Planet Rugby takes a look at who were the ultimate winners and losers of the month.
Team of November
Some shone, many didn't. It was not a month of entertaining rugby and the debate over law changes rages on unchecked.
Download the PR Podcast now!
In our latest Podcast offering we hear from Declan Kidney following his coach of 2009 award plus reaction from the Guinness Premiership. Download it now for your own enjoyment.
Do we really need change?
Statistics tell us that November's try count for matches involving the Tri-Nations, Six Nations and Argentina, is 23 in 10 matches.
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