As if you couldn’t get enough rugby already, here are eight pieces to fill up all the extra time you thought you had between now and the weekend’s action.

From Sugar Cane To World Cup Warm-Up – by Nik Simon

Nice piece about Fiji prop Manasa Saulo’s journey from the fields to pro rugby.

My Admiration For Rugby – by Joey Barton

A couple years back the Queens Park Rangers midfielder extolled his love for the game.

He Absolutely Ends Me – by Tom Hamilton

Wales centre Scott Williams talks about smashing Brian O’Driscoll and more.

Japan Fall To Maori In Thriller – by Rich Freeman

Another take on the amazing game in Tokyo from the weekend.

Stanley Shapes As Option For Steelers – by Shaun Eade

A little background on Samoa’s new flyhalf.

Billy Boston Still The Pride Of Wigan – by Tanya Aldred

The great rugby union player Wales never had.

Rugby Needs To Tackle Serious Injuries – by Austin Healey

His law suggestions are a bit silly, but the overall point remains.

Being An All Black Is A Privilege – by Martin Pengelly

Great read on the legendary captain.