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Some light-hearted pickings from our users, including players who have lost their pants on the pitch and a close-up view of what many, but not all, would consider the sexiest thing in rugby.

Why rugby league is such a BUM sport

Take a good, hard look. And yes, you are seeing what you think you're seeing

Here's the full explanation of this perverse act.

None of these guys can keep their pants on

Where have Mike Hall's pants gone?

Who needs pants when you have underpants!

The ultimate in rugby chivalry

Who says rugby and cheerleaders don't mix?

Behind the scenes with the sexiest cheerleaders of them all

Giving sailor outfits a whole new image

HAVE YOUR SAY: Why do cheerleaders get a bad rap?

mixed bag for you

2008-06-10T20:35:00.001Z

We have a mixed bag for you: some big hits, some fancy footwork, some straight-talking and Jerry Collins… Well, best to watch!

Is Jerry Collins really doing that?

The New Zealand flanker getting some "relief" on the pitch

The ULTIMATE collision

What happens when two immovable objects collide?

Or is this one BIGGER?

The Raging Bull gores a Frenchman

Most acrobatic try ever

This gives a whole new meaning to "diving" over the line

A masterclass in sidestepping

Is Shane Williams the best jinker ever?

Telling it like it is

No one ever accused Brian Moore of being understated

The wooing of Dan

Daniel Carter is being courted by clubs in France and the UK. What would his departure mean?

HAVE YOUR SAY: Who is the greatest centre to play the game?

Top 10 Rugby Celeb Ads

2008-06-10T20:33:00.000Z

The Top 10 Celeb Ads uploaded onto RugbyFanz.

10. Matt's fashionable side

9. Jonah's heroic side

8. Rugby's uplifting side

7. Jonah's softer side

6. Tuilagi's cullinary side

5. Mils' spiritual side

4. Mike's stary side

3. Victor's sexy side

2. Josh's sneaky side

1. Josh's sadistic side

The Weird and the Wonderful

2008-06-10T20:32:00.000Z

A horse, a monster, some witchcraft and a touch of poetry.

Horsing around on the field

This is without doubt a first on a rugby field

Austin is used for target practice

Paying the price for bashing Wales

That's a monster

Gatland will do well to take note of this one

It's league, but it is amazing

Be sure to watch the conversion as well – pure witchcraft

The cross-bar challenge

Can you hit the cross-bar from 35 metres out?

Poetry in motion

Duckham-Quinnell-Dawes-Williams-Gibson-Slattery-John Williams!

Top 10 Freak Moments

2008-06-10T20:27:00.001Z

The 10 most viewed FREAK MOMENTS uploaded onto RugbyFanz.

10. Going head-to-head

You don't want to tangle with the touch judge

9. What a loser

The guy can't even make the tackle on a sitting duck

8. This must be a first

Let us know if you have ever seen a prop do this before

7. A superb Nureyev imitation

George Gregan will want to expunge this clip

6. The ultimate fan

This is one of those moments when you say 'Thank God I don't know that guy'

5. A novel way to celebrate a try

Greg Louganis would have been proud of this one

4. A novel way to score a try

Nadia Comaneci would have enjoyed this one

3. Was it the 'Hand of God'?

The first instance of divine intervention in a rugby match

2. Dan Carter is a (super)natural

There was a time when he would have been tried for witchcraft for doing this

1. All we can say about this one is 'WATCH IT'

If someone ever produces an all-time rugby highlights package, this one will feature prominently

The RugbyFanz Team

www.rugbyfanz.com

RugbyFanz Newsletter: The Blooper Edition 19-03-08

2008-03-19T19:46:00.002Z

This week we bring you some of the most embarrassing moments on and off the rugby field.

Danny Cipriani's slip of the tongueThe England debutant uses "that word" live on national TV

Showboating at its worst – or best
Definitely a contender for one of the biggest cock-ups ever

Just dot the ball down Will
'Manhandled' is about the only word to describe it

The ultimate butter hands
He'll have wished the earth had swallowed him up after this one

Having lovechildren with Shane Williams
This Welsh fan has had a little too much bubbly

Wales are in Heaven
A special tribute to the Grand Slam winners

Rugby, Babes and Burgers

2008-03-12T17:16:00.004Z

Some say it's the "ultimate combination"
Nice New Zealand ad for Burger King

The best rugby ads 04-03-08

2008-03-04T13:33:00.005Z

This week we bring you a mix of some of the best rugby ads and some classic showdowns, as well as an exclusive interview with former England captain Nigel Melville.

Putting his body on the line

Poor guy: In the wrong place at the wrong time

Rugby vs Football

And the winner is? The oval ball, of course

Going eyeball to eyeball

A classic macho stare-out competition

Umaga and O'Driscoll make up

Did you know that Tana and BOD finally patched things up after that controversial tackle in the ABs v Lions game

Tricks of the Trade

You haven't seen this done with the oval ball

Nigel Melville: England should play Ireland in the U.S.

The former England captain and current CEO of Rugby America talks to RugbyFanz

genius and of controversy 27-02-08

2008-03-04T13:32:00.001Z

This week we bring you some moments of genius and of controversy. And the outspoken views of one of rugby's movers and shakers.

Pure genius

But some would ask: 'Does he still have it?'

Keeping the ball alive

Incredible – no fewer than 52 touches!

The best try ever

No, it's not Gareth Edwards for the Barbarians.

The rugby ad that's causing a ruckus

These women don't know what they're in for

The toughest player ever

Buck Shelford had his scrotum ripped open in a game against France, had it sewed up and played on. An alternative view of that defining rugby moment.

Nigel Wray: Saracens should play Wasps in New York

The Saracens boss also says it doesn't make sense to hold the World Cup in New Zealand

RugbyFanz Newsletter 20-02-08

2008-03-04T13:30:00.002Z

This week we bring you a mix of humour, skill and some classic moments.

The ultimate charge down

Amazing this guy is still standing

She needs to keep her eye on the ball(s)

Poor guy – what a frustrating experience

Best try ever

John Kirwan won't want to see this

The rose snares the cockerel

England will be hoping this is how it plays out on Saturday

Running the Cheetahs ragged

Best Super 14 try of Round 1

The Golden Ball Awards 13-02-08

2008-03-04T13:28:00.000Z

It's that time of the month. We bring you the funniest, sexiest, most creative and most obscene content uploaded by our members in the last few weeks.

1. Funniest

Play the ball, not the woman

2. Sexiest

For someone like Victor, rugby certainly has its perks

3. Most Obscene

Sick, sick, sick. Very un-PC, but very funny

4. The Best

Well, it's really the best of the best. These are simply sublime

5. Most Creative

What it means to be an Englishman

Newsletter Sevens 06-02-08

2008-03-04T13:25:00.000Z

This week we bring you some of the most colourful, provocative and hilarious rugby ads uploaded by our members. And something to whet the appetite ahead of the San Diego Sevens.

Rugby in the TV room, hanky-panky in the kitchen

This guy needs to keep an eye on his wife, not the ball

A race for the bed

These guys are really desperate

She's satisfied, but he certainly isn't

What happens when Mr and Mrs Smith head for an illicit rendezvous

The ultimate game of catch

Jonny, Tana, BOD, Richie and Doug all playing together

Playing out of his skin

Mils needs to get in touch with his body

Those crazy, spectacular, awesome Sevens

Can San Diego outdo Wellington?

England V Wales 01-02-08

2008-03-04T13:24:00.000Z

Six Nations fever is in the air again. Wales are travelling to Twickenham with the belief they can knock over England. Wales assistant coach Shaun Edwards has told his charges to "just smash them". England captain Phil Vickery is expecting a huge "physical battle." Here is something to whet the appetite before the game kicks off.

Two Tribes Go To War

Warren Gatland: We are going there prepared for a bloodbath

'Jonny Wilkinson's past his best'

This poor guy thinks he's hearing things – and he is!

It's all in the thighs

Will England miss him? And is Wilkinson really past it?

'If he kicks this, he can shave whichever part of his body he wants'

Which Gavin Henson will turn up on Saturday?

Those unforgettable moments

England or Wales? The ultimate primer

Haka Special 23-01-08

2008-03-04T13:21:00.000Z

When he performed the haka, Jonah Lomu said it gave him such an adrenaline rush he was ready "to run into a brick wall." Many of our readers seem to get a similar rush from the traditional Maori dance. Here are some of the classic, humorous and more creative versions of the haka that they have uploaded onto RugbyFanz.

The classic haka

Tana Umaga at his fiery best

The Aussie version of the haka

This guy is either very brave or very stupid

The rabbit and the haka

This is definitely a case of cruelty to animals

The handbag haka

Not a whole lot to say about this one. Just watch and weep

The American version of the haka

Football players are doing it too

The Tongan Challenge

The Tongans and the All Blacks go head to head

The Scottish Challenge

A creative use of the kilt

The Hi-Tech Haka

How the famous ritual might be performed in 2208

For all you haka junkies, THIS is something not to be missed!

RugbyFanz Newsletter: 18-01-08

2008-03-04T13:18:00.001Z

This week we bring you some of the most creative and humorous rugby ads uploaded by our readers. But most importantly, we bring you a new discussion forum in which you can express all your views, no matter how controversial.

How to ruck your colleague

Make sure you don't do this in your office

Pass the soap, please

Change room showers can be a tricky thing

Rugby or sex?

This guy has a one-tracked mind

The Mile High Club

What some people only get up to on aeroplanes

The rugby dominatrix

How to tame a pack of forwards

Hot Topics

Finally, don’t forget to test your kicking skills.

RugbyFanz Newsletter You'll get a kick out of this one 10-01-08

2008-03-04T13:16:00.000Z

This week, we bring you some of the freakiest, most embarrassing and sexiest moments – on and off the pitch – that have been uploaded by our readers. But, most importantly, we bring you Kick Ace – the ultimate game for all you aspirant couch kickers.

Freakiest kick – ever

You've never seen anything like it. And probably won't ever again. It's also a great way to warm up for Kick Ace.

Sexiest Haka

Trust the French to come up with a sexy version of the famous war dance.

Most Embarrassing Ad

This one was produced specifically for the run-up to the 2007 World Cup. It's unlikely the Aussies will be rebroadcasting it anytime soon. The English, on the other hand, might well be.

Biggest Blooper

No TMO needed for this one!

Worst Excuse

You've got to be joking! Does he really think that the referee is going to buy it?

If Matt Dunning can do it, then you can too. So, if you're not already playing Kick Ace, then pull on your virtual kicking boots and get started.

RugbyFanz Golden Ball Awards – 03-01-08

2008-03-04T13:06:00.001Z

We bring you the funniest, most bizarre, most abrasive and most creative content uploaded by our readers in the past month.

Most Abrasive
Chabal gives journalists a "French" lesson

Funniest
The secret of Richie McCaw's success

Sexiest
Women do it best – no hands

Most Bizarre
Keeping his (under)pants on

Most Creative
Don't forget to turn your cellphone off when…

Special Feature: Player of the Year
No, it's not Bryan Habana. It's a hulking, in-your-face, 115-kilogram wrecking ball.

Biggest hits of 2007 – RugbyFanz Newsletter – 27-12-07

2008-03-04T13:00:00.004Z

Here are the biggest hits of 2007. The rib-breakers, bone-crunchers and head-hunters. Watch and wince!

The jawbreaker

Sebastien Chabal resets Ali Williams' jaw

Payback time

Chabal getting some of his own medicine

Simply shocking

Wales' Kevin Morgan engaging in some aerial acrobatics

Who's the worse for wear?

Dan Scarborough crunches Percy Montgomery – and himself

No yellow card?

Habana gets away with this shocker

The guillotine

Stirling Mortlock is extremely fortunate not to have been decapitated

The Best of 2007 – 19-12-07

2008-03-04T12:47:00.005Z

Here they are: The RugbyFanz awards for the "Best of 2007". Watch and enjoy.

Best team try
There were many, but this one proves why the minnows have a place in the WC

Best individual try
Bryan Habana won't want to see this one again

Best tackle
Chris Masoe won't remember too much about this Chabal special

Best try-saving tackle
Undoubtedly one of the critical moments of RWC 2007

Best drop-goal
Two for the price of one: Youth knows no fear

Picks of the Week – 05-12-07

2008-03-04T12:44:00.002Z

On the street, in the bedroom and all around the globe - rugby has many different playing fields. These are six of the best rugby-inspired commercials that RugbyFanz members have uploaded.

Scots prove to All Blacks they also have something to show
http://www.rugbyfanz.com/VideoShow.php?id=242&nl=0512

Boks send the Kiwis flying
http://www.rugbyfanz.com/VideoShow.php?id=417&nl=0512

Australian rugby gets a sexy shake-up
http://www.rugbyfanz.com/VideoShow.php?id=415&nl=0512

Rugby moves the world
http://www.rugbyfanz.com/VideoShow.php?id=204&nl=0512

Just doing it through the streets of London
http://www.rugbyfanz.com/VideoShow.php?id=67&nl=0512

Blondes and rugby - what a mix!
http://www.rugbyfanz.com/VideoShow.php?id=371&nl=0512

RugbyFanz Golden Ball Awards – 29-11-07

2008-03-04T12:40:00.000Z

We bring you the funniest, craziest, most controversial and most creative content uploaded by our readers this month.

Most Creative: A haka with a difference

Most controversial: Why Mark Cueto's "try" was a try

Craziest: This fan needs a stiff drink

Funniest: Rugby puts one over on football

Runner-up in several categories: Sexy and the Booter

RugbyFanz Newsletter - 12-11-07

2008-03-04T12:37:00.002Z

Changing of the guard: Why rugby in the north will rule

This year's exodus of southern hemisphere players is the first real sign that professionalism is beginning to take hold. The impact will be dramatic, as the southern hemisphere loses its long-time dominance.

Warren, you'll need a miracle

New Wales coach Warren Gatland says he is not a miracle worker. If not, he probably would have been better off not applying for the job in the first place.

Video: Welsh Jinkers - The Small Man's Revenge

As this video clip shows, Gatland has a great tradition to draw on. But can he harness it?

Slideshow: Come on you Irish

London Irish fans and players put on a colourful performance against Treviso.

South African rugby's white supremacists

There has yet to be a true revolution in the hearts and minds of the people. Racism still lurks and rears its ugly head in the Rainbow Nation.

Cheerleader of the day: Aretha Maasdorp

2007-11-17T18:37:00.000Z

Aretha (19) is currently studying fashion design at the London International School of Fashion. Aretha wants to be a fashion designer and to have her own brand. In the future, she plans to finish studying, have a family, but never stop dancing.

View more Aretha of at mikothefox's blog
More sexy cheerleaders picture galleries
mikothefox's pic gallery

mikothefox has even found a few more nice pictures of Aretha from her modeling book at Wendy's Model & Talent Agency

One small step for Colorado, one giant leap for US rugby

2007-11-07T20:42:00.000Z

Glendale, Colorado, has become the first city in America to adopt rugby as its official sport, and Governor Bill Ritter has proclaimed Glendale as the rugby capitol of Colorado.

Read more at Rugby in America's Blog at www.rugbyfanz.com

Vote No Confidence in the SA Rugby Presidents Council

2007-11-05T23:20:00.000Z

To all rugby supporters in South Africa, we need to stand together and send out a message to Oregan Hoskins, Johan Prinsloo and the Presidents Council, that we are sick and tired of their constant arrogant, incompetent and bumbling efforts to run rugby in South Africa. The ongoing perception that they only have their own power hungry interests at heart, and not that of the players and coaching staff has become more and more evident over the recent past, and the Jake White issue is the last straw.

CLICK HERE to Vote No Confidence in the SA Rugby Presidents Council

The time has come for us to show our annoyance and cast a vote of no confidence in the current Presidents Council by boycotting future internationals, Super 14 games and Currie Cup matches until such time as this lot is replaced. (It is Time We Stand Together and Not Renew Our Season Tickets/Chalet Contracts) We may not be able to change the past, but we sure as hell can make a difference when it come to the future of our beloved sport.

Magical Moments: World Cup 2007 in pictures

2007-11-04T21:24:00.000Z

Images of Victory - The Springboks' road to glory

Tackling Everest - England's Remarkable World Cup Campaign

Who Says Rugby is a Manz Game?

A day with the World Champs

2007-11-04T21:14:00.000Z

I arrived at Newlands and walked passed the crowd outside the stadium and through the heavily guarded players and press door. Juanita had told me that I would be in a special press area, so I wasn’t expecting much, but I decided to push my luck and I walked out of the Newlands tunnel and onto the field. There were other photographers and journalists standing around - I had hit the jackpot. I would be on the field with the Springboks!

Read more on shaunreznik's Blog at www.rugbyfanz.com
Or view his picture gallery form the field

Time for Dallaglio to hang up his boots

2007-11-04T20:02:00.000Z

First Lawrence Dallaglio slams Brian Ashton's management of England's World Cup campaign, likening it to a Monty Python skit. Then he apologises. Then he tells the Guardian that as a result of his comments he doesn't believe he will ever play in an England jersey again. Then, the very next day, the same Dallaglio is telling the BBC that he will not quit the England side of his own accord.
Confused? Don't be.
Read more on RedRose's Blog at www.rugbyfanz.com.