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Autumn Internationals

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Autumn Nations Series Team of the Week: England trio impress in final game of disappointing campaign

By Charlie Elliott England managed to salvage some dignity in their final game against Japan, while Australia failed to continue their form over the...

By Charlie Elliott

Autumn Internationals

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Eddie Jones fires back at Danny Care as Steve Borthwick vows to persist with blitz

By Tom Jeffreys In typical Eddie Jones fashion the Japan head coach, following his side’s 59-14 defeat to England on his...

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Autumn Internationals

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England solidify flat-track bully status to spoil Eddie Jones’ comeback

By Tom Jeffreys England……………… 59 (35)Tries: Earl 10, Underhill 14, George 24, 31, Sleightholme 37, Furbank 53, Cowan-Dickie 60, 65, Roebuck...

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Autumn Internationals

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England vs Japan – Match Betting Preview

By Peter Ryan – @PeterRyanSports England, currently on a five-game losing streak, is in a crucial position as they prepare to...

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Autumn Internationals

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Scotland vs Wallabies – Match Betting Preview

By Peter Ryan – @PeterRyanSports As Australia head to Murrayfield in pursuit of a clean sweep in the autumn series, both...

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Autumn Internationals

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We’ll reject changes to promotion, vow Championship clubs

By Nick Cain Championship clubs are refusing to accept late changes to promotion-relegation regulations. They assert it contravenes the RFU Council’s...

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Autumn Internationals

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Future is out of my control – Warren Gatland

By Roger Panting Wales head coach Warren Gatland indicated that he was still in the dark as to his future but...

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British and Irish Lions

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Nic White: We’ll make it hard for the Lions

By Mark Stevens On the rise: Nic White in action for Australia PICTURES: Getty Images Nic White believes Australia have sent...

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Autumn Internationals

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Shadow of Eddie Jones still hangs over Steve Borthwick – England vs Japan Preview

By Adam Hathaway PREVIEW... England v Japan Today. Kick-off 4.10pm, Allianz Stadium, Twickenham Steve Borthwick is in the ultimate no-win situation...

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Autumn Internationals

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Wales are battered by force of Storm Sprinbok

By Simon Thomas Wales .................................. 12pts Tries: Dyer 40, Botham 80 Conversion: B Thomas 80 South Africa .................... 45pts Tries: Mostert...

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Autumn Internationals

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Sione Tuipulotu: This is where I’m supposed to be – Scotland vs Australia Preview

By Bryn Palmer PREVIEW... Scotland v Australia Today. Kick-off 1.40pm, Murrayfield Sione Tuipulotu’s journey from the suburbs of Melbourne to the...

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Autumn Internationals

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Steve Borthwick can’t afford another run of failure

By Nick Cain - Read his expert opinion every week When it comes to “jam tomorrow” England teams have produced more...

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Autumn Internationals

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Five times head coaches have faced their former side

By Charlie Elliott Whenever a player or coach goes back to a former club, there is always a sense of intrigue both with how...

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Autumn Internationals

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Top Ten Matchups to look out for in the Autumn Nations Series this weekend

By Charlie Elliott The last weekend of the Autumn Nations Series means that players and teams have a chance to salvage...

By Charlie Elliott

Autumn Internationals

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Italy vs All Blacks – Match Preview

By Peter Ryan – @PeterRyanSports The All Blacks, led by Scott Robertson, are set to take on Italy in Turin under...

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Autumn Internationals

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Wales vs Springboks – Match Preview

By Peter Ryan – @PeterRyanSports What is the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about Wales? Daffodils, Dylan Thomas,...

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Autumn Internationals

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Ireland vs Fiji – Match Preview

By Peter Ryan – @PeterRyanSports Ireland are set to host Fiji at the Aviva Stadium for their third game of the...

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International Rugby

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England A set up is ‘critical’ for development – Mark Mapletoft

By Ollie Aust Mark Mapletoft was at the helm for the first England A fixture of the season, as they ran...

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Autumn Internationals

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Ireland hand Gus McCarthy and Cormac Izuchukwu debuts against Fiji

Uncapped duo Gus McCarthy and Cormac Izuchukwu have been named in Ireland’s starting XV for Saturday’s Autumn Nations Series match against...

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Autumn Internationals

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Huw Jones says Scotland must beat likes of Australia ‘to be taken seriously’

Huw Jones admitted Scotland’s Autumn Nations campaign will effectively be defined by whether or not they defeat resurgent Australia at Murrayfield...

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Autumn Internationals

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France vs Argentina – Match Preview

By Peter Ryan – @PeterRyanSports France will continue its impressive autumn campaign by welcoming Argentina under the lights on Friday night....

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Autumn Internationals

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England working with Tom Curry to reduce concussion risk

England are making adjustments to Tom Curry’s technique around contact in an effort to reduce his concussion risk. Curry was knocked...

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Autumn Internationals

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Is James Botham the answer for Wales’ blindside flanker issues?

By Peter Ryan – @PeterRyanSports Even though Welsh rugby has endured some very dark days, many players are currently showing promising...

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Autumn Internationals

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Warren Gatland keen to carry on as Wales head coach despite 11-match losing run

A defiant Warren Gatland says he “absolutely” has the desire to continue in his role as Wales head coach. Speculation continues...

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International Rugby

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I’ll always be grateful – Ollie Lawrence appreciated Eddie Jones’ coaching style

Ollie Lawrence insists Eddie Jones’ tough love shaped him into the player he has become as England’s former head coach prepares...

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Autumn Internationals

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Who could be Wales’ next head coach if Warren Gatland goes?

By Peter Ryan – @PeterRyanSports Welsh rugby has experienced two particularly bleak periods of late. On Saturday, Joe Schmidt’s Australia handed...

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International Rugby

/ 2 years ago

World Rugby Awards: Men’s Player of the Year and Breakthrough Player of the Year assessment

By Charlie Elliott The Men’s 15s World Player and Breakthrough Player of the Year nominees have been announced, with the best...

By Charlie Elliott

Autumn Internationals

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Autumn Nations Series Team of the Week: Cheslin Kolbe headlines Springbok-dominant XV

By Charlie Elliott The past weekend of Autumn Nations Series action can be best summarised as back and forth. Most of the games...

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International Rugby

/ 2 years ago

England A dominate second half to down Australia A, with Henry Pollock impressing

By Ollie Aust England A – Tries: Heyes 6, Murley 43, 77, Langdon 56, Fisilau 61, Muir 68 Conversions: Atkinson 57,...

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Autumn Internationals

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We’re going in right direction – Steve Borthwick

By Adam Hathaway at Twickenham England boss Steve Borthwick is not fearing the chop – despite adding a 29-20 defeat to...

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Autumn Internationals

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James Botham: We have to stay positive

By Simon Thomas James Botham says Wales can’t dwell on the negatives if they want to end their long losing run....

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Latest News

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Financial stability is key, says World Rugby chair

By Paul Rees Brett Robinson, who last week became the first person from the southern hemisphere to be elected World Rugby...

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Latest News

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Plans for global league

By Sam Jackson A breakaway rugby franchise competition could soon be launched in an attempt to revolutionise the sport. Newspaper reports...

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International Rugby

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Ben Thomas glad to have old pal Max Llewellyn alongside him

By Simon Thomas Partner: Ben Thomas Ben Thomas is relishing his reunion with Max Llewellyn as they go in search of...

By Simon Thomas

Autumn Internationals

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Cheslin Kolbe’s double piles the pain on England

By Nick Cain England...............................20pts Tries: Sleightholme 4, Underhill 26 Conversions: Smith 5, 27 Penalties: Smith 16, 52 South Africa..................... 29pts Tries:...

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Autumn Internationals

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Why does it always go wrong in the last quarter for England?

By Brendan Gallagher Where do England minds go in the final quarter of big rugby games? Why do they lose focus...

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Autumn Internationals

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Battling Argentina make it tough for Ireland

By Brendan Gallagher Ireland...............22pts Tries: Crowley 3, Hansen 5, McCarthy 31 Conversions: Crowley 3, 32 Drop goal: Crowley 21 Argentina .........19pts...

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International Rugby

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Relieved Andy Farrell glad to ‘win ugly’

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell was relieved his side could register the win and feels they will keep improving as the...

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Autumn Internationals

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France fight back to snatch thriller against All Blacks

By James Harrington France................ 30pts Tries: Buros 32, Boudehent 44, Bielle-Biarrey 51 Conversions: Ramos 33, 45, 52 Penalties: Ramos 7, 57,...

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Autumn Internationals

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Jac Morgan could lead Wales into new era

By Jeremy Guscott - Outspoken and unmissable every week... Wales do not have much chance of beating Australia today in Cardiff...

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International Rugby

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Undercard get chance to show their A-game

By Paul Rees England's A team today get their first major work-out after being resurrected earlier this year when Australia’s undercard...

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Nick Cain

/ 2 years ago

Mega-league plan will have to overcome huge hurdles

By Nick Cain - Read his expert opinion every week If 200 of the world’s highest-paid players are about to join...

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International Rugby

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Building blocks for England’s future

England A’s fixture against their Australian counterparts at The Stoop at 2pm today is an essential building block for any head...

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Chris Hewett

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We will all suffer in the land of the giants

By Chris Hewett - Thinking Allowed It was the rugby version of Easy Street, the 1917 silent movie in which Charlie...

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Autumn Internationals

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Rising tide of criticism closing in on Warren Gatland

By Peter Jackson - The man truly in the know Warren Gatland will spend another Sunday praying for deliverance from the...

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Autumn Internationals

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Ollie Lawrence has urged his teammates to repay those who have made it so special

While England have opened their Autumn Nations Series campaign with back-to-back heartbreaking losses to New Zealand and Australia, the home support...

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