The Rugby Paper Team
News By The Rugby Paper Team
-
International Rugby
/ 6 years agoVIDEO: World Rugby release shortlist for 2019 Try of the Year
Watch the four tries in contention for the Try of the Year Award 2019
-
Blindside - rugby transfers
/ 6 years agoHow much? Northampton dig deep to keep hold of Taqele Naiyaravoro
Neil Fissler brings news of another Northampton Saints player who is set to leave the club after their return from the...
-
Columnists
/ 6 years agoJackson column: At £10,000 a seat you want to see the match!
Peter Jackson dives deep into the extravagant ticket prices on offer for the World Cup final - and shares his own...
-
Featured
/ 6 years agoWe’ve lost our touch and now Japan are playing the kind of rugby we should be, says David Campese
For Wallabies wing Campese wants to see Australia revert to the style which defined their rugby at its peak during the...
-
Latest News
/ 6 years agoRory ready to bring his Best to the Barbarians
Ireland legend Rory Best is to join the Barbarians when they return to Twickenham on Saturday 16 November to take on...
-
International Rugby
/ 6 years agoJerome Garces to take charge of World Cup final
Frenchman will take charge of England versus South Africa
-
Columnists
/ 6 years agoWilliams column: Like Warren, I dare to dream despite injuries
Shane Williams is a believer in Wales' depth ahead of their semi-final against the Springboks - and sees Tier 2 rugby...
-
Rugby World Cup
/ 6 years agoRugby gods reduced to rubble by Eddie’s heroes
From ADAM HATHAWAY Elation: Ben Youngs, Manu Tuilagi and Henry Slade erupt, but Youngs’ try was disallowed EDDIE Jones called the...
-
Rugby World Cup
/ 6 years agoThe wait ends as England deliver game of the ages
From NICK CAIN in Yokohama Heavens above: Mark Wilson celebrates England’s magnificent victory while All Black Sevu Reece slumps to the...
-
Rugby World Cup
/ 6 years agoMapimpi try-double ends Japan fairytale
By ADAM ELLIS SOUTH AFRICA banished the terrors of Brighton by running out easy victors over Japan to bring the host...
-
Rugby World Cup
/ 6 years agoAaron’s on the ball whatever its shape
By ALEX BYWATER Comparisons: Warburton Ace in the pack: Aaron Wainwright PICTURE: Getty Images AARON Wainwright admits he looks at the...
-
Rugby World Cup
/ 6 years agoKolisi aiming to revive the spirit of 2007 for his Boks
By ADAM HATHAWAY Skipper: Siya Kolisi SOUTHAfrica captain Siya Kolisi is hoping for a repeat of 12 years ago – and...
-
Rugby World Cup
/ 6 years agoLike Warren, I dare to dream despite injuries
PICTURE: Getty Images FOR the neutral rugby fan it’s a great shame this morning’s World Cup semi-final between Wales and South...
-
Latest News
/ 6 years agoSchmidt regrets loss of focus
JOE Schmidt regrets Ireland’s planning for the World Cup becoming a “self-consuming monster” which contributed to a loss of form in...
-
Latest News
/ 6 years agoHogg gives Townsend his backing
STUARTHogg believes Gregor Townsend should continue as Scotland boss despite failing to lead the side out of the World Cup Pool...
-
Latest News
/ 6 years agoSix week ban for red card Seb
FRANCE lock Sebastien Vahaamahina, sent off in the World Cup quarterfinal defeat to Wales, was suspended for six weeks on Thursday....
-
Latest News
/ 6 years agoEntertainment is key for Campese
By GARY FITZGERALD End of an era: Michael Cheika and his skipper Michael Hooper after defeat to England PICTURES: Getty Images...
-
Latest News
/ 6 years agoI always back up what I say – Cheika
AUSTRALIA coach Michael Cheika said last year that he would walk away if the Wallabies did not win the World Cup...
-
Latest News
/ 6 years agoGlasgow boss Rennie set to be confirmed as Australia coach
Chosen one: Dave Rennie DAVE Rennie’s appointment as new Australia coach is a done deal according to reports in Australia. Scottish...
-
Latest News
/ 6 years agoNothing funny about Jaco’s nudge, nudge
JACO Peyper’s axing from the referee roster for World Cup semi-finals seems at first glance to suggest that professional Rugby Union...
-
Latest News
/ 6 years agoLions need a compromise
THE continuing scheduling conflict between club and international rugby has trapped the 2021 Lions in the straightjacket of a five-week, eight-match...
-
Latest News
/ 6 years agoNo-plan Japan will miss the big lift-off
THE big question for Japan is whether the massive uplift in awareness of Rugby Union after the Brave Blossoms landmark victories...
-
The Rugby Paper
/ 6 years agoGood start Bristol but long way to go
Injured: Zach Mercer I THOUGHT the BT Sports pundits were a bit OTT in their predictions of the prospects of Bristol...
-
The Rugby Paper
/ 6 years agoCounties are being taken for a ride
In TRP’s letters Oct 20, Cornwall RFU’s Chris Lea describes the absurd timing for this season’s Bill Beaumont Cup, with the...
-
The Rugby Paper
/ 6 years agoEnforce the put-in law or change it
WEare all aware of the ongoing saga of our officials not adhering to the laws of the game with regard to...
-
The Rugby Paper
/ 6 years agoExpand World Cup for a global game
THE first three World Cup competitions had 16 countries entered into the finals. Since then including this one, there have been...
-
Features
/ 6 years agoKeep your World Cup, I’m a paid-up Prem man!
COLIN BOAG The Prem’s back: Bristol beat Bath in the opening match The Rugby World Cup is still going on, but...
-
-
Features
/ 6 years agoWebbe would be one of today’s superstars
Rolls Royce winger: Glenn Webbe PICTURE: Getty Images Lovers of rugby nostalgia should find time amid the World Cup excitement to...
-
Features
/ 6 years agoCherry Blossoms made us fall in love all over again
LITTLE debate needed this week for our jouer de rugby gallant award, which unapologetically goes to the Cherry Blossoms en masse...
-
Features
/ 6 years agoPost-match banter is what rugby is all about
WHAT to make of the Jaco Peyper photo incident, below, which has rather divided the rugby world? The French and World...
-
Features
/ 6 years agoAt £10,000 a seat you want to see the match!
The stadium experience: England fans yesterday PICTURE: Getty Images Four tickets for the World Cup final were on sale yesterday at...
-
Features
/ 6 years agoWorld Rugby lose their sense of humour over Jaco’s jab
SOMEWHERE in the midst of the post-match whirl around Oita railway station last Sunday night, someone took a photograph of Jaco...
-
Features
/ 6 years agoNo wonder forWebbe after Tongan hat-trick
GLENWebbe holds the distinction of being the first British player to score a hat-trick of World Cup tries, for Wales against...
-
Features
/ 6 years agoPolataivao is off to States
SAMOAN scrum-half Dwayne Polataivao is looking for a move after finishing a stint on international duty at the World Cup in...
-
Features
/ 6 years agoChiefs need propping up
EXETER CHIEFS have started to put out feelers to see how they might strengthen their front row. We understand director of...
-
Features
/ 6 years agoSaints pay up to keep Taqele
BY NEILFISSLER Follow me on Twitter: @neilfissler ON THE BLING SIDE France calling: Cobus Reinach is wanted by Montpellier Big contract:...
-
Features
/ 6 years agoSpencer gets his new deal
SARACENS have moved quickly to agree a new deal with England scrum-half Ben Spencer who was due to be out of...
-
Features
/ 6 years agoResults of Saracens’ salary cap inquiry deferred
NEWS EXTRA PREMIERSHIPRugby have delayed announcing the results of the inquiry into Saracens’ alleged breach of the salary cap due to...
-
Premiership
/ 6 years agoSimpson thumps his old mates at Wasps
By ROGER PANTING Easy run-in: Tom Marshall scores the opening try for Gloucester PICTURES: Getty Images Bitter sweet: Joe Simpson JOE...
-
Premiership
/ 6 years agoWe’re not too far away insists beaten boss Young
GLOUCESTER defence coach, Jonny Bell, described his side’s hero Joe Simpson as a ‘model pro’. Bell said: “We knew how good...
-
Premiership
/ 6 years agoLandajo unlocks Bear cave for Quins
By GARY FITZGERALD Touchdown: Jake Heenan goes over for Bristol Bears Decisive: Joe Marchant celebrates scoring for Quins PICTURE: Gety Images...
-
Premiership
/ 6 years agoWe’re gutted, says Sheedy, we’re looking to top four
Important: Chris Robshaw CALLUM Sheedy summed up the ambition of newly-promoted Bristol after his Bears failed by the tips of their...
-
Premiership
/ 6 years agoSecond chance for Stan to prove he’s the man
NEWS EXTRA By NEALE HARVEY DISCAREDED Harlequins enforcer Stan South has revealed why his refusal to give up on his Premiership...
-
Premiership
/ 6 years agoBotha on board to tighten up Ampthill’s defence
NEWS EXTRA AMBITIOUS Championship outfit Ampthill have pulled off another coup by appointing former England and Saracens lock Mouritz Botha as...
-
Premiership
/ 6 years agoDu Preez in control as Sharks show style
By NEALE HARVEY Strength in numbers: Akker van der Merwe piles over for Sale’s first try PICTURE: Getty Images Battling: Terrence...
-
Premiership
/ 6 years agoIt’s how we react now that counts says Kidney
On the chin: Declan Kidney LONDON Irish supremo Declan Kidney reacted philosophically to the hammering. He said: “It’s one of those...
-
Premiership
/ 6 years agoFurbank shows his class as Saints go five-star
By TOM VICKERS Dangerman: Try scorer Taqele Naiyaravoro looks to break for Northampton PICTURES: Getty Images Penalties: Duncan Weir NORTHAMPTON needed...
-
Premiership
/ 6 years agoIt’s so great to see hooker Hayward back says Boyd
NORTHAMPTON director of rugby Chris Boyd was delighted to see hooker Mike Haywood back in action. Haywood made his return after...
-
Premiership
/ 6 years agoYear on sidelines inspires change in Mallinder
By NEALE HARVEY NEWS EXTRA NORTHAMPTONfull-back Harry Mallinder has vowed to return a better player and person as he zeroes-in on...
Latest News
Superb Sharks demolish Clermont
Features
OSCAR WILSON
BUCS Super Rugby
Cardiff Met’s Gus Patterson on becoming Bridgend’s next rugby star
The best betting sites
