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International Rugby
/ 1 year agoOld foes know they are facing tough rematch
POOL A Australia v South Africa Today. 2.30pm AUSTRALIA and South Africa meet again in the World Rugby U20 Championship today...
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International Rugby
/ 1 year agoFord gets the nod at No.10 for Wales
POOL B Argentina v Wales Today. 7.30pm DRAGONS fly-half Harri Ford has been handed the No.10 jersey for Wales’ Wales opener...
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International Rugby
/ 1 year agoSpain facing an uphill task
POOL B France v Spain Today. 5pm THE losing finalists from a year ago, Six Nations champions France begin their 2025...
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International Rugby
/ 1 year agoNew Zealand present a severe opener for hosts
POOL C Italy v New Zealand Today. 7.30pm HOSTS Italy kick off with a high-profile clash against New Zealand in Calvisano....
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International Rugby
/ 1 year agoWe’ve got the Scots first up, that’s our focus
ARCHIE McPARLAND ENGLAND U20 & NORTHAMPTON SCRUM-HALF MY FIRST big training session since injuring my shoulder in January was the one...
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International Rugby
/ 1 year agoThese players must think fast and play what’s in front of them
Q&A Ben Jaycock catches up with England U20s pathway coach and former Sale, Gloucester and Leeds hooker Andy Titterrell, ahead of...
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International Rugby
/ 1 year agoTyler Offiah’s talks with Mark Mapletoft inspired him to work hard
Tyler Offiah is aiming to cap a dream debut season at Bath by helping England Under-20s to World Championship glory. The...
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Latest News
/ 1 year agoAlex Sanderson: I’m backing Exeter Chiefs to bounce back
Sale Sharks boss Alex Sanderson is tipping a serious resurgence from fallen giants Exeter Chiefs next season, insisting Rob Baxter’s men...
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Latest News
/ 1 year agoSuccess of Big Match 25 shows unity in the north
IN WHAT is fast becoming a standout feature of the off-season, the North East claimed a hard-fought 28–24 victory over the...
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Latest News
/ 1 year agoEveryone needs to feel valued and have a voice
Steve Hill puts the questions to Steve Pope, below, the head coach at Westcliff RFC in Regional 2 Anglia (Level 6)...
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Features
/ 1 year agoYoung Guns – Max Knight
Gloucester tyro centre Max Knight feels Hartpury University’s BUCS Super Rugby triumph rewarded the squad’s unrivalled dedication. Knight appeared in four...
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Columnists
/ 1 year agoSteve Diamond’s call: Newcastle Falcons need to invest in boots on the ground
Paul Rees begins his summer series reviewing the Premiership season, starting with the bottom club Newcastle Falcons Newcastle finished bottom of...
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Latest News
/ 1 year agoMartin heads to Dragons
CARDIFF No.8 Mackenzie Martin will join Dragons on loan next season. Martin made his URC debut in November 2023 and his...
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Latest News
/ 1 year agoThomas takes on Swansea
FORMER Wales flanker Jonathan Thomas has become the new head coach of Swansea RFC. The 42-year-old played 67 times for Wales...
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Blindside - rugby transfers
/ 1 year agoLeicester Tigers move for James O’Connor
Leicester have confirmed the signing of former Australia utility back James O’Connor as one of six new faces arriving at Welford...
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Features
/ 1 year agoI played against my twin brother – and with him
MYLIFE INRUGBY 'LEE FORTEY THE FORMER GLOUCESTER, MOSELEY, NEWPORT, PERTEMPS BEES & WORCESTER PROP, WHO NOW COACHES LYDNEY AND GIBRALTAR I...
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Latest News
/ 1 year agoBali trip helps put Jess Breach in the right mood ahead of Women’s World Cup
Jess Breach has unfinished business when it comes to World Cups, but believes she is a very different person ahead of...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 1 year agoBritish and Irish Lions urged to ‘create moments’ ahead of Australia tour opener
The British and Irish Lions have been urged to create memories when they play their first fixture on Australian soil against...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 1 year agoHenry Pollock tipped to fly high on the biggest stage by British and Irish Lions boss Andy Farrell
Andy Farrell insists Henry Pollock has the temperament to thrive on the biggest stage after giving the England star his first...
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International Rugby
/ 1 year agoJapan vs Wales – Over five decades of meetings
As Matt Sherratt takes his squad to Japan to face Eddie Jones’ side this summer, The Rugby Paper takes a look...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 1 year agoDan Sheehan warns British and Irish Lions will match Western Force’s hunger
Dan Sheehan insists his British and Irish Lions will use their pride in the jersey to match the determination of a...
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Latest News
/ 1 year agoLiam Williams: What’s Next for the Welsh Rugby Star?
The British and Irish Lions are now in Australia; many phenomenal talents have worn the famous red jersey. A former Lion...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 1 year agoBritish and Irish Lions vs Western Force Preview: Dan Sheehan ready to lead
Andy Farrell thinks that his selection of Dan Sheehan for his debut captaincy for Friday’s game against the Western Force is...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 1 year agoHenry Pollock to make first British and Irish Lions start against Western Force
Henry Pollock will make his first start for the British and Irish Lions in Saturday’s opening fixture on Australian soil against...
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Guest Blogs
/ 1 year agoWhat Is Rugby Sevens and How It Differs from Traditional Rugby
Rugby Sevens, commonly known as “sevens” or simply “7s” is a different format of this sport that’s faster and less crowded...
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Guest Blogs
/ 1 year agoHow Rugby Fans Spend Their Off-Season: A Look at Sports, Streaming, and Online Entertainment
For many passionate rugby fans, the off-season can feel like an endless stretch of waiting. The excitement of roaring crowds, nail-biting...
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Latest News
/ 1 year agoCraig Warlow – Living the Game, Leading the Next Generation
“Wilder than the wind and stronger than a storm.” Dylan Gossett was talking about romantic love in Stronger Than a Storm....
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British and Irish Lions
/ 1 year agoJoe Schmidt rejects British and Irish Lions’ demands to release Australia stars for tour games
Australia head coach Joe Schmidt has hit back at the British and Irish Lions over their warning he is contractually obliged...
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Guest Blogs
/ 1 year agoHalting the Surge: How NBA Defenses Are Adapting to Unrelenting New-Fashioned Offenses
The offense is royalty in the modern NBA. With ball movement at a high pace, three-point shooting from the outside arc,...
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Guest Blogs
/ 1 year agoUnderdog Magic: How to Spot Value Bets in the NRL
The National Rugby League serves up some of the most exciting sporting matches down under, where underdogs regularly upset the more...
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Guest Blogs
/ 1 year agoLongevity in Sports: How Pros Extend Their Careers
The process of aging in sports has changed. Years ago, most athletes would typically begin to decline around the age of...
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Guest Blogs
/ 1 year ago2026 World Cup Favorites: Nations That Could Lift the Trophy
Messi and Ronaldo have packed up for now, yet no one dares breathe easy. The shelves of the 2026 World Cup...
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Guest Blogs
/ 1 year agoBeyond the Buzzer: Deconstructing the Business Behind NBA Billion-Dollar Franchises
When the typical fan considers the NBA, they consider sold-out arenas, super-stardom rivalries, and highlight-reel dunk jams. But behind each sold-out...
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Guest Blogs
/ 1 year agoTop Bookmakers Reveal Their Picks for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025
The closer we get to the start of the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, the more heated debates take place across...
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International Rugby
/ 1 year agoTom Willis can’t wait for Argentina challenge
It has been three years since Tom Willis had his rugby career and life turned upside down, but the England No.8...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 1 year agoBritish and Irish Lions great Ian McLauchlan dies, aged 83
British and Irish Lions great Ian McLauchlan has died at the age of 83. McLauchlan earned the nickname ‘Mighty Mouse’ for...
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Latest News
/ 1 year agoTraining is brutal, hot and stuffy, admits Adams
nBy HARRY TOVEY WALES have taken brutal measures as they bid to end their 17-Test losing streak next month when they...
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Blindside - rugby transfers
/ 1 year agoWorcester Warriors sign seasoned Premiership pair
Worcester have added No.8 Matt Rogerson and wing Tom Seabrook to their ever-growing squad list for next season. Rogerson, 31, moves...
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International Rugby
/ 1 year agoEngland XV 24-26 France XV: 14-man England fall back into bad old ways
England ............................. 24pts Tries: Willis 24, Coles 29, Carpenter 40, Dombrandt 60 Conversions: Ford 24, 40 France................................ 26pts Tries: Barlot 7,...
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Columnists
/ 1 year agoJeremy Guscott: It will be tough for Bath to retain Premiership title
You would like to think that last weekend’s Premiership final between Bath and Leicester was the beginning of a new dynastic...
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International Rugby
/ 1 year agoI won’t be stopping at 100 caps – George Ford
George Ford is set to become just the seventh man to play 100 Tests for England when he tours Argentina this...
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Dream Team
/ 1 year agoDream Team – Cai Griffiths
Cai Griffiths, the London Welsh Director of Rugby and former Neath, Ospreys, London Irish and London Welsh tighthead, chooses the best...
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Columnists
/ 1 year agoPeter Jackson: Stat watch – Gareth Chilcott still top as French clubs racking up the most cards
Peter Jackson breaks the news to Gareth Chilcott that his six sendings-off during his career is still a record After more...
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Chris Hewett
/ 1 year agoChris Hewett: Can Bath outdo the team that Jack Rowell built?
The dear departed Jack Rowell rather fancied himself as a master of the caustic punchline and remained particularly proud of one...
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Latest News
/ 1 year agoPremiership Team of the Season: Power takes the glory
Paul Rees selects his finest XV from a season full of thrills and spills Last weekend’s final between Bath and Leicester...
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Latest News
/ 1 year agoTeam Stats – Breaking down the Premiership 2024/25 numbers
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British and Irish Lions
/ 1 year agoWarren Gatland – Wallabies will be a lot better than people think
Joe Santamaria talks to Warren Gatland about his stint coaching in Uruguay and how he thinks the Lions will fare Down...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 1 year agoBritish and Irish Lions absentees – When luck is not your friend
Rob Cole looks at the long list of would-be Lions who were not able to go on tour because of last-minute...
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Latest News
/ 1 year agoReds centre Pakeho leads Wallaby charge
AUSTRALIA QUEENSLAND Reds centre Dre Pakeho is the most high-profile of the new additions to the young Wallabies squad for the...
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Latest News
/ 1 year agoMcNamee gets the call
Pool B SPAIN SPAIN have a promising blend of experience and emerging talent. Eleven players return from last year’s championship squad,...
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