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Latest News
/ 6 days agoUSA 12-55 England: Nine-try Red Roses get back on track
Claudia Moloney-MacDonald crossed four times on her return to the starting XV, while Mia Venner and England’s replacements also impressed in...
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Latest News
/ 6 days agoJohn Mitchell delighted by England’s patience and control after USA victory
The Red Roses head coach was pleased with his side’s patience and control as they responded to consecutive defeats against Canada...
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Club Rugby
/ 6 days agoMark Mapletoft: Prem players must master defence to succeed with England
The England A head coach believes the ability to limit opponents’ scoring is just as important as attacking ambition, with the...
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Features
/ 6 days agoMy Life in Rugby: Jonathan Joseph – My try for England against Wales changed everything
Jonathan Joseph, the former England, British & Irish Lions, Bath, Biarritz and London Irish centre, reflects on his life in rugby.
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Club Rugby
/ 6 days agoPierre Thompson hails Esher’s remarkable turnaround as promotion belief grows
Seven straight wins have lifted Esher to second in National Two East, with the scrum-half crediting a renewed belief, improved fitness...
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Club Rugby
/ 2 weeks agoRed Roses boss John Mitchell issues PWR warning after back-to-back defeats for England
John Mitchell fears England’s future depth could suffer unless young homegrown players get enough game time in Premiership Women’s Rugby.
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Club Rugby
/ 2 weeks agoBristol Bears 20-7 Exeter Chiefs: Gabriel Ibitoye stars as Pat Lam’s side weather the storm
Gabriel Ibitoye delivered in the downpour with a try, a crucial turnover and a hand in the late score as Pat...
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Club Rugby
/ 2 weeks agoNewcastle Red Bulls 17-3 Sale Sharks: Ace Christian Wade matches Prem try scoring record
The English winger crossed for his 101st Premiership try as Newcastle ended their winless start to the season with a commanding...
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Latest News
/ 2 weeks agoCanada 31-22 England: Sophie de Goede leads the way as Red Roses lose again
Sophie de Goede’s hat-trick helped Canada seal a historic series win as England’s attacking struggles and defensive frailties were exposed again.
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Club Rugby
/ 2 weeks agoDeclan Norrington is backing Preston Grasshoppers to fly high in National Two North
Preston Grasshoppers are targeting a sustained push towards the top of National Two North after winning five of their opening seven...
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Club Rugby
/ 2 weeks agoRichard Barrington hails Ampthill’s attacking start but warns toughest Champ tests lie ahead
The former Saracens prop believes Ampthill’s attacking game and set-piece have laid the foundations for a successful campaign, but insists their...
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Features
/ 2 weeks agoMy Life in Rugby: Mike Haywood – In my mind, I had no plan other than to play rugby
Mike Haywood, the former Northampton Saints and England U20 hooker, now head coach at Colchester, reflects on his life in rugby.
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Latest News
/ 3 weeks agoCanada 24-21 England: Red Roses’ unbeaten run ended by Maple Leafs
Canada stunned world champions England with a dramatic 24-21 victory in Toronto, as Shoshanah Seumanutafa’s late try ended the Red Roses’...
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Club Rugby
/ 3 weeks agoHenry Clement: Devonport Services have enough quality to avoid relegation in National Two West
The former Wasps scrum-half believes Devonport can turn promising performances into points as they adjust to life in National Two West.
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Champions Cup
/ 3 weeks agoToulouse vs Exeter Chiefs: Rob Baxter urges his side to embrace French giants challenge
Rob Baxter wants Exeter Chiefs to embrace the challenge of facing six-time French champions Toulouse as they return to Europe’s top...
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Champions Cup
/ 3 weeks agoGloucester 36-36 Bordeaux: Cherry & Whites’ brave warriors hold off the champions
Will Trenholm scored twice off the bench as Gloucester matched the reigning European champions, with a late turnover helping the Cherry...
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Club Rugby
/ 3 weeks agoHayden Hyde: I’ve enjoyed my dream start at Ealing Trailfinders
Former London Scottish centre Hayden Hyde has scored four tries in as many Champ games since joining Ealing Trailfinders, relishing the...
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Club Rugby
/ 3 weeks agoDan Birchall backs Sale FC to claw a way back into National One promotion hunt
Dan Birchall believes Sale FC can challenge for promotion if they tighten up defensively after narrow defeats to two of National...
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Club Rugby
/ 3 weeks agoJosh Skelcey is enjoying his switch to coaching with Old Albanian
Josh Skelcey has embraced coaching after concussion forced him to retire, with Old Albanian targeting promotion following last season’s late collapse.
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Club Rugby
/ 3 weeks agoLouis Beer: I’ve got the fire back in my belly at Chester
Louis Beer puts Chester’s resurgence down to renewed togetherness and fresh energy as they look to build on an impressive start...
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Club Rugby
/ 4 weeks agoLeicester Tigers 38-31 Gloucester: Geoff Parling’s men put on a show fit for a prince
Leicester Tigers fought back from 14-0 down to beat Gloucester and retain the Slater Cup, with Billy Searle pulling the strings...
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Club Rugby
/ 4 weeks agoExeter Chiefs vs Newcastle Red Bulls: Tom Hooper is back and ready to go for Rob Baxter’s men
Tom Hooper is back in the Exeter Chiefs squad after returning from Australia international duty earlier than expected, with Rob Baxter...
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Features
/ 4 weeks agoEngland captain Meg Jones insists Red Roses are ‘normal humans’ with extraordinary dreams
Ben Jaycock talks to Red Roses captain Meg Jones ahead of England’s clashes with Canada in the WXV Global Series.
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Club Rugby
/ 4 weeks agoSedgley Park keeping feet on the ground despite flying start to National Two North campaign
Sedgley Park are refusing to get carried away by their perfect start to National Two North as they target an immediate...
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Features
/ 4 weeks agoMy Life in Rugby: Rob Lewis – Promotion with London Welsh was ‘special’
Rob Lewis, the former London Welsh, Cardiff Blues and Birmingham Moseley scrum-half, who is now Luctonians director of rugby, reflects on...
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International Rugby
/ 4 weeks agoNew Zealand 50-19 Australia: Jordie Barrett leads All Black blitz against Wallabies
New Zealand retained the Bledisloe Cup for a 24th consecutive year with a commanding 50-19 victory over Australia at Eden Park.
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Champions Cup
/ 4 weeks agoMaro Itoje names George Ford as his greatest-ever teammate ahead of England and Lions stars
Maro Itoje explains why George Ford stands out as a teammate, highlighting the Sale Sharks fly-half’s consistency and ability to put...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoUgo Monye: England should give Leicester Tigers wing Adam Radwan another chance
Ugo Monye believes Adam Radwan deserves another England opportunity but admits Steve Borthwick faces a major selection headache with wingers coming...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoFormer England international David Flatman insists rugby without scrums doesn’t work
David Flatman has dismissed claims rugby’s scrum is turning supporters away, insisting the set-piece is one of the sport’s defining spectacles...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoZach Kerr thriving on consistency as Doncaster Knights mainstay
Zach Kerr has made consistency and availability his priorities as he continues to establish himself as one of Doncaster Knights’ most...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoAlec Renouf: Hull need to learn to win again following National Two North relegation
Alec Renouf believes Hull can use relegation as a reset as they look to rediscover their winning habit and earn an...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoBen Link: Luctonians keeping promotion pressure at bay after perfect start
Ben Link says Luctonians are refusing to get carried away by their unbeaten start as they target another National Two West...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoBath 40-34 Exeter Chiefs: Immanuel Feyi-Waboso shines but Johann van Graan’s men march on
Bath held off a late Exeter Chiefs fightback to win 40-34, with Finn Russell and Ted Hill among the key performers...
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Latest News
/ 1 month agoMeg Jones: Back-to-back battles with the world’s best will make England stronger
England captain Meg Jones believes being pushed to the limit by Canada and New Zealand will prove invaluable as the Red...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoFormer Scotland wing Thom Evans believes rugby is a safer sport today than it was
Thom Evans believes the tackle-law changes introduced since the neck injury that ended his career have made a significant difference to...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoHarlequins 17-33 Bath: Santiago Carreras stars with a moment of magic
Santiago Carreras produced a stunning solo try as Bath powered past Harlequins to begin their Prem campaign with a bonus-point victory...
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Latest News
/ 1 month agoEngland 26-19 New Zealand: Zoe Harrison seizes the day for Red Roses
Zoe Harrison’s late interception try preserved England’s unbeaten record against a resurgent New Zealand, who pushed the Red Roses to the...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoGeorge Simpson is happy to help London Welsh get back on the right track
After three back operations and time away from the game, George Simpson has found a new outlet for his experience by...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoHornets wing Josh Sheppard aiming to top the try-scoring hit parade
Josh Sheppard admits Hornets must show greater consistency in the closing stages of the season to push on in National Two...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoJoe Craggs: Darlington Mowden Park’s goal this season should be promotion
Joe Craggs believes Darlington Mowden Park should be targeting promotion this season in National Two North.
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Features
/ 1 month agoMy Life in Rugby: Henry Clement – At Wasps, I felt like an imposter
Henry Clement, the former Wasps, Leicester Lions and Plymouth Albion scrum-half, reflects on his life in rugby.
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BUCS Super Rugby
/ 1 month agoMike Brown quits Esher to take up gig at Loughborough University
Mike Brown is set for a new challenge spanning elite university rugby, the BUCS men’s game and Premiership Women’s Rugby after...
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Featured
/ 1 month agoAbbie Brown: Ultimate Sevens can inspire next generation of rugby stars
Great Britain Sevens star Abbie Brown hopes this week’s Ultimate Sevens event in London can inspire a new generation of players...
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Latest News
/ 2 months agoEngland held by Canada in ‘real arm wrestle’ as winning run comes to a halt
John Mitchell praised Canada’s challenge after England’s four-year winning run was halted by a hard-fought 26-26 draw in Exeter.
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International Rugby
/ 2 months agoAnthony Watson: Don’t rule George Ford out of England No.10 race for 2027 World Cup
Anthony Watson has backed George Ford to remain firmly in England’s World Cup plans, praising the fly-half’s rugby intelligence and leadership...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 2 months agoSale Sharks’ Joe Marchant eyes up England return ahead of 2027 World Cup
Joe Marchant is determined to force his way back into Steve Borthwick’s England plans after returning to the Prem with Sale...
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Latest News
/ 2 months agoEngland 26-26 Canada: It’s over! Red Roses’ winning run ends in draw against Canada
England’s four-year winning run came to an end as Canada held the Red Roses to a thrilling 26-26 draw in Exeter,...
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Club Rugby
/ 2 months agoURC preview: Leinster aim to defend their crown as Welsh clubs face a fight for survival
Ben Jaycock looks ahead to the United Rugby Championship with Leinster aiming to make it three in a row.
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Club Rugby
/ 2 months agoZac Hamid targeting National Two West push with Clifton
Zac Hamid is determined to help Clifton push towards the top of National Two West after a flying start to their...
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Club Rugby
/ 2 months agoChamp 2026-27 preview: Trailfinders beef up for their bid to reclaim the title
Ben Jaycock looks ahead to next week’s Champ kick-off as Ealing Trailfinders try to make up for last season’s anguish
Autumn Internationals
England fly-half Fin Smith cleared to face Australia as Nations Championship resumes
Autumn Internationals
England scrum-halves Alex Mitchell and Archie McParland ruled out of Australia clash
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