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Proud men who graced the game

31 December 2023 1 comment

Brendan Gallagher recalls the achievements of those from across the globe that the world of rugby lost in 2023 Sydney Millar CBE (Ballymena, Ireland, Barbarians, […]

One XV that would challenge the best

31 December 2023 0 comments

Joe Santamaria selects his Tier Two Team of the Year While the major nations were battling for sporting immortality at the Rugby World Cup, the […]

Premiership previews: Round ten

29 December 2023 0 comments

Round 10 of the Premiership promises to deliver riveting clashes amidst an electric festive atmosphere. Bristol look set for their biggest crowd of the season […]

Tuilagi to miss start of Six Nations with groin problem

28 December 2023 0 comments

England centre Manu Tuilagi will miss the start of the 2024 Six Nations with a groin problem that he suffered for Sale in last weekend’s […]

Leicester suffer as Chiefs put on a show

24 December 2023 0 comments

By MARK STEVENS Exeter Chiefs ……………… 29pts Tries: Vermeulen 7, Penalty 10, Slade 39, Tuima 80 Conversions: Slade 7, 40 Penalty: Slade 51 Leicester Tigers […]

Premiership previews: Round nine

22 December 2023 0 comments

After an enthralling fortnight of European rugby that showcased exceptional performances by English clubs, the Gallagher Premiership roars back into action. Round nine promises gripping […]

Each day was filled with song, fun and laughter

17 December 2023 0 comments

My Life in Rugby with Graham Dewes – The former Fiji prop and 2007 Rugby World Cup hero talks about his memories from the game […]

Olympics causing financial headache

17 December 2023 0 comments

JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN The new cycle of French senior men’s rugby starts here – a month-and-a-half after the 2023 Rugby World Cup ended, and […]

Farrell extends Ireland stay to 2027

14 December 2023 0 comments

Andy Farrell has extended his contract as Ireland head coach until after the next Rugby World Cup in 2027. With his previous contract expiring in […]

Exploring Different Ways to Enjoy the Game of Rugby

13 December 2023 0 comments

While football dominates the headlines and television screens throughout the year, the rugby fanbase around the world is huge, with millions of people supporting their […]

Jones returns to Japan job

13 December 2023 0 comments

Eddie Jones has been confirmed as the new coach of Japan, where he was boss between 2012 and 2015, less than a month after he […]

Baron: RFU heading for £59m loss this year

10 December 2023 0 comments

Baron accuses RFU of ‘deliberate obfuscation’ By NICK CAIN Francis Baron has accused the RFU hierarchy of publishing misleading interpretations of its own financial position, […]

Minnows can make splash of a whale

10 December 2023 0 comments

CHRIS HEWETT THINKING ALLOWED ACCORDING to Donald J Trump – you may have heard of him – “losers” are the lowest of the low, “suckers” […]

Champions Cup round one Friday and Saturday preview

8 December 2023 0 comments

The 2023/24 Champions Cup kicks off this weekend, with England captain Owen Farrell set to return to action for Saracens for the first-time since announcing […]

Challenge Cup round one Friday and Saturday preview

8 December 2023 0 comments

Gloucester will be looking to get their season back on track as they face Black Lion, with their opposition becoming the first Georgian team to […]

Series 3, Episode 18: Tom Varndell on social media impact as Farrell and Foley step back

6 December 2023 0 comments

It’s been a groundbreaking week or so in English rugby, as both England captain Owen Farrell and international referee have decided to take a break […]

Cane and Kolbe link up for Japan opener

3 December 2023 0 comments

By BEN JAYCOCK Just over a month since the Rugby World Cup final, 14 of the players who featured in the showpiece match will suit […]

“Shameful” – McCall blasts treatment of Farrell

30 November 2023 0 comments

Owen Farrell’s club boss Mark McCall has described treatment of him as “shameful” and “not right” after the England captain announced he was taking a […]

Ludlam closing in on move to Toulon

28 November 2023 0 comments

Northampton Saints back row Lewis Ludlam’s highly anticipated move to Toulon, first rumoured in The Rugby Paper’s Blindside Column in early October, is set to […]

France Gets Major Boost Ahead of Six Nations

28 November 2023 0 comments

After losing out in the quarterfinals in their home Rugby World Cup, France Rugby is about rectifying their mistakes and going for the Grand Slam […]

Osborne still believes that Dons belong in National 2

26 November 2023 0 comments

By MATTHEW LUDDINGTON Last season Wimbledon won Regional 1 South Central, accumulating 105 points with a sole loss in their opening match against Camberley. The […]

Series 3, Episode 17: Picking an England XV to win RWC 2027 and remembering 2003

22 November 2023 0 comments

The Rugby Paper Podcast is back with a bang! Post Rugby World Cup and on the anniversary of England’s iconic Rugby World Cup win in […]

Saracens confirm Earl will be available for Six Nations

21 November 2023 0 comments

Saracens have confirmed that Ben Earl will be available for the Six Nations despite suffering a knee injury in the build-up to their one-sided victory […]

All Eyes on the Six Nations 2024

21 November 2023 0 comments

We’ve seen the Six Nations teams in action in France in the concluded Rugby World Cup, and based on form, it provides an early indication […]

England’s Rugby Glory: Reliving Their Greatest World Cup Triumphs

19 November 2023 0 comments

England has a rich history in rugby, and their successes on the international stage have been nothing short of spectacular. One of the most prestigious […]

British Rugby Legends: Unveiling the Titans Who Shaped the Game

19 November 2023 0 comments

Rugby, a sport steeped in tradition and raw physicality, has a rich history in Britain. Over the years, countless individuals have risen to legendary status, […]

Bath sign Italy No.2

19 November 2023 0 comments

BATH have the signed Italy hooker Hame Faiva. The New Zealand-born 29-year-old is fresh from playing at the 2023 Rugby World Cup, where he amassed […]

Premiership crowds down by 15.6 per cent

12 November 2023 1 comment

By JON NEWCOMBE Gallagher Premiership attendances are down by 15.6 per cent compared to last season’s corresponding matches. The distraction of the Rugby World Cup, […]

Evans: Drua helped drive Fiji’s World Cup success

12 November 2023 0 comments

NEWS EXTRA FORMER Harlequins CEO Mark Evans is loving his time in the same role at Super Rugby Pacific side Fijian Drua, who he believes […]

I’m driven on by the power of psychology

12 November 2023 0 comments

MY LIFE IN RUGBYTHE FORMER ENGLAND, LEEDS, NORTHAMPTON AND SARACENS FLANKER CALUM CLARK Following many years of study, training, and development, I have recently launched […]

Evans loving life at flying Fijian Drua

10 November 2023 0 comments

Former Harlequins CEO Mark Evans is loving his time in the same role at Super Rugby Pacific side Fijian Drua, who he believes had a […]

Series 3, Episode 16: Mark Evans on RWC format shake-up and World League introduction

7 November 2023 0 comments

In the Rugby Paper Podcast’s final Rugby World Cup episode, it’s time to zoom out a bit and look ahead to the next four years. […]

Marta try was my favourite moment

5 November 2023 0 comments

RUGBY MATTERS BRENDAN GALLAGHER A weekly look at the game’s other talking points SO that’s a wrap and after this final debrief I suggest we […]

What’s in The Rugby Paper: 05/11/23

3 November 2023 0 comments

The Rugby World Cup has come to an end, but there’s plenty of action, reaction and analysis to look forward to in The Rugby Paper this […]

The biggest losers from the Rugby World Cup 2023

3 November 2023 0 comments

The dust has almost settled in the aftermath of the Rugby World Cup, but for many months to come there will still be nations hurting […]

The biggest winners from the Rugby World Cup 2023

2 November 2023 0 comments

A World Cup that will rank as one of the most unpredictable and exciting has come to an end after eight weeks of high drama […]

Series 3, Episode 15: RWC 2023 review with Brendan Venter

30 October 2023 0 comments

The sun has set on Rugby World Cup 2023, and in a thrilling finale the Springboks held onto their crown, edging out New Zealand by […]

Brilliant Boks are worthy champions

29 October 2023 0 comments

BRENDAN GALLAGHER So they have only gone and done it! South Africa have become the first team to win four World Cups which is pretty […]

Bronze beauties: Dan and Earl steer England to third in the end

29 October 2023 0 comments

By NICK CAIN England ……………………….. 26pts Tries: Earl 7, Dan 44 Conversions: Farrell 9, 45 Penalties: Farrell 3, 13, 30, 65 Argentina ……………………. 23pts Tries: […]

Shillcock keeps his cool to snatch win

29 October 2023 0 comments

By BEN JAYCOCK Bath ……………………………… 24pts Tries: Muir 14, Du Toit 54 Conversions: Russell 55 Penalties: Russell 37, 48, 71, 78 Leicester …………………….. 25pts Tries: […]

Welsh trio back in harness to lead fight for Cardiff

29 October 2023 0 comments

PREVIEW…Dragons v Cardiff (Today, Kick-off 2.30pm) By BEN JAYCOCK Cardiff welcome back a trio of internationals from the Rugby World Cup as they head to […]

After three good years in Wales, Antrobus heads to US

29 October 2023 0 comments

By BEN JAYCOCK Cardiff Met second row Liam Antrobus is moving Stateside at the end of the season to play in Major League Rugby, with […]

We’re all set for the real start to season

29 October 2023 0 comments

JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN TODAY, as fans get their breaths back after the Rugby World Cup final and the end of 48 matches of intense […]

Rugby’s greatest rivalry back on biggest stage

27 October 2023 0 comments

The Rugby World Cup’s two most dominant teams will meet in their first final since 1995 this Saturday as New Zealand and South Africa face […]

Youngs to retire after Argentina play-off

25 October 2023 0 comments

Ben Youngs will retire after England’s Rugby World Cup third-place play-off this Friday as his country’s most-capped player. Scrum-half Youngs, 34, will start his first […]