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Chris Hewett
/ 5 years agoFiji magic’s everywhere – except in World Cup | Chris Hewett
Could England hand a call-up to Bristol Bears flyer Siva Naulago?
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Columnists
/ 5 years agoSpringboks will want their share of Lions flesh | Jeff Probyn
How should SA Rugby expect to be compensated for hosting a Lions 'tour' away from South Africa?
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoMarcus Smith says No to Tokyo Olympics tilt with GB Sevens
The Harlequins fly-half was offered the chance to be included in the GB Sevens set-up announced earlier this week, but turned...
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Features
/ 5 years agoReviving the England Saxons would help Eddie’s arousal plan
Nick Cain looks at the defunct England Saxons programme, and asks notable figures Ali Hepher and George Skivington about their time...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoMarchant: Centre or wing, I’m ready for next level
Joe Marchant tells Dan Gallan how time in New Zealand helped him find his voice
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British and Irish Lions
/ 5 years agoLooks like it’s UK this summer for the Lions
THE Lions are finalising plans for a groundbreaking British and Irish tour this summer which could run to as many as...
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The Rugby Paper
/ 5 years agoSaracens hot favourites but Diprose wary of Trailfinders
WHEN Saracens were last relegated in 1993, they lost half their first-team squad and it took two seasons to regain top-flight...
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Latest News
/ 5 years agoTop League: Hurricane Williams wins battle of Britain
Matt McIlraith rounds up the action from Japan as Owen Williams, Alex Goode and Beauden Barrett all took to the field
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British and Irish Lions Tour
/ 6 years agoJack Nowell on the comeback trail for Exeter after ninth operation
The Chiefs wing is set to return to action for Exeter next month and is not short of achievements he wants...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoConfirmed: Willi Heinz signs for Worcester
As revealed in The Rugby Paper on Sunday by Neil Fissler
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British and Irish Lions
/ 6 years agoLockdown exit reveal raises prospect of British & Irish Lions ‘home tour’
The British & Irish Lions are seeking an insurance from the UK government as part of their contingency to host the...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoBigger squads and more rest days announced for 2023 Rugby World Cup
World Rugby make changes to Rugby World Cup criteria with player welfare in mind
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Guest Blogs
/ 6 years agoSuper Rugby AU 2021: Betting Guide
It is that time of year again when Rugby fans sit back to enjoy some action for the 2021 Super Rugby...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoA dictator? Not me insists England head coach Eddie Jones
Eddie Jones' overlooking of players clearly in form isn't exclusive to his time in charge of England, writes Adam Hathaway
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoNick Mallett sad to see Italy’s fall but says it’s time for relegation in the Six Nations
After Conor O'Shea said Italy should be allowed time to develop young stars like Stephen Varney and Paolo Garbisi, their former...
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Columnists
/ 6 years agoSorry Leigh, Liam Williams goes full-back to get Josh in team | Shane Williams
Shane Williams casts his expert eye over who Wayne Pivac should select to give Wales their best shot of beating England
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoWorld star Carter calls time on his career at age of 38
DAN CARTER, who won two World Cups with the All Blacks and is world rugby’s record points scorer, has announced his...
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Super Rugby Pacific and Japanese Division One
/ 6 years agoSuper Rugby Aotearoa preview: Big test for Blues without Beauden
Ben Jaycock looks ahead to next weekend's Super Rugby Aotearoa kick-off – can anyone stop the Crusaders?
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The Rugby Paper
/ 6 years agoEuropean ‘invaders’ off to a flyer in Far East
By MATT MCILRAITH ROUND 1 WRAP Debut try: Laidlaw THE invaders from the north have wasted little time making an impression...
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Features
/ 6 years agoMy Life in Rugby – Nick Popplewell: Life with the Lions was such a contrast for me
THE Lions tour to New Zealand in 1993 was the trip of a lifetime, I suppose in rugby terms it was...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoExeter Chiefs fight ‘unfair’ RFU proposal to limit imports
The RFU will challenge the Chiefs on their recruitment of players from the US, Canada and Japan in a new policy...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoAll Blacks great Dan Carter retires at the age of 38
The three-time World Rugby Men's Player of the Year brings the curtain down on an illustrious career in professional rugby
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Features
/ 6 years agoWorld class talent raises stakes in rugby’s IPL
Matt McIlraith sets the scene ahead of next weekend’s Top League kick-off in Japan
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoBath will have to wait until summer on Danny Cipriani
Cipriani remains unsigned after leaving Gloucester last year, with Bath told they will have to wait until the summer for a...
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Guest Blogs
/ 6 years agoScotland Defeat Damaging as Bookies Push England Out for Six Nations Defence
Match report | England are beaten 11-6 by Scotland at Twickenham. Read the full report on our website. — England Rugby...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoMarcus Smith ready to pledge his future to Harlequins
Interest from Bath and Lyon has seen the starlet's future at Quins questioned
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Columnists
/ 6 years agoI fancy Wales… if they can claim these key battles | Shane Williams
Which statistic is going to light you up most - that Wales have lost the last four games to Ireland or...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoAndy Farrell needs a No.10 who will put heat on Sexton
Ireland's fly-half at the 2023 Rugby World Cup appears to be no clear prediction, as an aging Sexton leads the team...
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Columnists
/ 6 years agoAustralia must be the choice for Lions | Nick Cain
With the decision on what the Lions will do this summer still to be agreed, Nick Cain breaks down why moving...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoWales have plenty to replace me – Hadleigh Parkes
For so long Hadleigh Parkes was a reliable piece in Wales' backline, so it has been no surprise to see his...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoWayne Pivac upfront in his disappointment of Josh Adams for bubble breach
The Wales head coach says Adams has 'embarrassed himself' for visiting a family member's home for a gender reveal gathering, breaching...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoJohn Mitchell signs contract with RFU through to 2023 World Cup
Defence coach John Mitchell signs up to be a part of England's coaching team at the 2023 World Cup in France
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Guest Blogs
/ 6 years agoRob Howley back to Rugby Canada after betting ban
After an arduous 9 months-long ban, Robert Howley recently secured his return to the world of rugby by bagging the coveted...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 6 years agoRugby Australia tell Lions: Play Springboks down here
A new option becomes available for the British & Irish Lions and SA Rugby to play the 2021 tour in Australia,...
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoTito gets ready for his big Tigers’ moment
■ By JON NEWCOMBE WHENEVER Leicester decide to hand Pumas international Juaquin Diaz Bonilla his first league start, they can be...
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Features
/ 6 years agoQ&A – Lance Bradley: League place is no concern, George is key to our plans
Gloucester CEO Lance Bradley discusses the exit of Danny Cipriani mid-season and why he has total faith in George Skivington
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Chris Hewett
/ 6 years agoTime to stop humiliating teams at World Cups | Chris Hewett
Chris Hewett looks at how some of the Tier 2 nations have a tall ask of progressing from World Cup pool...
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Features
/ 6 years agoHold the smiles Eddie, give us Grand Slam joy instead
Nick Cain explores the fault line in England's undoing at the 2019 World Cup and the prospects of a Six Nations...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 6 years agoLions have become a farce rages Willie John McBride
The Lions legend fears the tours will be squeezed into extinction by the Four unions
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoThe door remains open to Joe Marler, says Eddie Jones
England head coach Eddie Jones says he is '100 per cent' behind Marler's decision to withdraw from Six Nations selection
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoBack row Ruan Ackermann pledges future to Gloucester rebuild
The No.8 has signed a new contract to remain at Kingsholm, having gained residency to become eligible for England
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Latest News
/ 6 years agoEmily Scarratt to swap Loughborough for Chiefs?
Neil Fissler reports on Exeter Chiefs' earnest recruitment plans for their second year in the Premier 15s
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Features
/ 6 years agoWHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE 21?
Blackheath Founded: 1858 Home ground: The Rectory Field and more recently Well Hall. Currently solid citizens of National League One, finishing...
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Features
/ 6 years agoPETER JACKSON
THE MAN TRULY IN THE KNOW Alun Wyn looks set to eclipse Willie John Longevity: Alun Wyn Jones playing for Wales...
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Features
/ 6 years agoWiverns help game go global
Brendan Gallagher continues his series charting the history of the women’s game Pioneers: France and the Netherlands play in first women’s...
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Chris Hewett
/ 6 years agoThe Boks are all deserting their barren rugby land | Chris Hewett
Chris Hewett bemoans the overloading of South African talent across European teams, and the effects on rugby in South Africa itself
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Features
/ 6 years agoQ&A – Jonathan Davies: Playing in that World Cup semi-final was worth the pain
Jonathan Davies joins Neale Harvey for a special interview reflecting on his time playing for the Lions, Wales, Scarlets and Clermont
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Premiership
/ 6 years agoHougaard’s off, so Worcester headhunt replacement at Bath
Neil Fissler reports on Worcester's plans at scrum-half, with Francois Hougaard destined to return home to South Africa
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 6 years agoRugby Matters: Lions must be touring underdogs to survive
Brendan Gallagher on the essence of this year's Lions tour being at risk of being lost
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British and Irish Lions
/ 6 years agoBritish & Irish Lions plan UK venues to save the Bok tour
Peter Jackson reports on the contingency plans the Lions are working to put in place if their tour of South Africa...













