All posts tagged "Australia"
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/ 5 months agoThe ultimate Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 experience
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/ 5 months agoFarrell to stay with Ireland until 2031
■By SAM JACKSON “What excites me most is the increasing strength and investment in pathways and the quality of talent coming...
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/ 5 months agoReferees need to get it right this summer
SOUTH Africa may be quadruple world champions, but their influence does not extend to all corners of the game in the...
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Chris Hewett
/ 5 months agoChris Hewett: Yes, Nick, Afolabi Fasogbon deserves his chance with England
Chris Hewett argues England are missing a World Cup opportunity by overlooking Gloucester prop Afolabi Fasogbon, whose rise could provide Steve...
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Features
/ 5 months agoMy Life in Rugby: Huw Taylor – I’ll never forget scoring for England’s U20s
Huw Taylor, the former Worcester Warriors, Dragons, RGC 1404 & Seattle Seawolves lock/blindside, reflects on his life in rugby.
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/ 5 months agoAussies left with nothing as Kiwis rule semi-finals
By BEN JAYCOCK Aces: Johnny McNicholl scores for Crusaders Below, Chiefs star Damian McKenzie, left, and Hurricanes hat-trick hero Ngane Punivai...
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International Rugby
/ 5 months agoIreland head coach Andy Farrell excited about the future after signing new deal to 2031
Andy Farrell has signed a contract extension to remain as Ireland head coach until the conclusion of the 2031 World Cup.
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Club Rugby
/ 5 months agoLast-gasp George Furbank the hero for Northampton Saints
George Furbank scored a last-minute try to defeat Gloucester and secure Northampton Saints home advantage in the Prem semi-finals.
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Club Rugby
/ 5 months agoExeter Chiefs’ Scott Sio is keen to bow out in style
Prop star Scott Sio aims to sign off at Exeter Chiefs with a Prem winner’s medal before he joins Cardiff this...
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Columnists
/ 5 months agoJeremy Guscott: It’s time for Fin Smith to run England from No.10
Here’s my England backline to face South Africa in Johannesburg on July 4, based on current form and availability.
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/ 5 months agoMcCarthy is ruled out
Lock: Paddy McCarthy LEINSTER prop Paddy McCarthy has been ruled out for the remainder of their season after sustaining a foot...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 5 months agoJo Yapp: British & Irish Lions Women will be the best of all of us
Former England captain Jo Yapp wants to “help shape the future of women’s rugby for years to come” after being named...
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Chris Hewett
/ 5 months agoChris Hewett: A fine French feast that could feed us all
Chris Hewett examines why French club rugby is becoming the game’s biggest attraction, and asks whether more supporters are turning to...
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Columnists
/ 5 months agoPeter Jackson: Applaud the Chapman family’s lasting legacy
The heavenly grapevine has been abuzz all week with rumours of a dearly departed RFU president dancing in the celestial streets...
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Columnists
/ 5 months agoJames Harrington: France boss Fabien Galthié looks close to giving Shaun Edwards le chop
Fabien Galthié is on the brink of making a major change to his coaching set-up ahead of their Nations Championship challenge,...
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Latest News
/ 6 months agoScott Hastings, one of Scotland’s finest
Inducted into the Scottish Rugby Hall of Fame last year, Scott Hastings will be remembered as one of Scotland’s finest ever...
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International Rugby
/ 6 months agoEngland’s Tommy Freeman in the frame to make his mark at 13
Tommy Freeman is set to be England’s lucky 13 as Steve Borthwick’s side embark on one of their toughest assignments under...
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Club Rugby
/ 6 months agoCaolan Englefield: Tomos Williams has raised my game at Gloucester
Gloucester fans are ruing another imminent big name departure from Kingsholm but Caolan Englefield is merely grateful for having the chance...
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Club Rugby
/ 6 months agoAustralia’s Len Ikitau sets his sights on World Cup spot after deciding to leave Exeter Chiefs
Len Ikitau is returning to Australia at the end of the season to pursue his dream of playing in a World...
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Club Rugby
/ 6 months agoWill Porter calls on Harlequins to take down the big guys in remaining Prem matches
Will Porter is aiming to rain on a few top four parades following his return to Harlequins colours after sitting on...
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/ 6 months agoDREAMTEAM
WILL GENIA, THE FORMER AUSTRALIA, QUEENSLAND REDS, MELBOURNE REBELS, STADE FRANCAIS AND KINTETSU LINERS SCRUM-HALF, SELECTS THE BEST HE HAS PLAYED...
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/ 6 months agoGrieve’s on a double quest for Richmond – and Portugal
nBy CHRIS COLLYER Positive: Callum Grieve in action for Richmond CALLUM Grieve relished Richmond’s win over rivals London Scottish in last...
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Top 14
/ 6 months agoEdwards will need to boost defence
JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN Under pressure: France defence coach Shaun Edwards and, inset, Geoffrey Doumayrou, top, and Aurelien Cologni PICTURES: Alamy,...
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/ 6 months agoTop RWC final ticket to cost more than £1,000
News THE top-priced ticket for next year’s Rugby World Cup final in Australia will exceed £1,000 for the first time in...
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International Rugby
/ 6 months agoCourtney Lawes’ Prem performances to be monitored as he targets England comeback
Courtney Lawes’ performances in the Gallagher Prem next season will be monitored closely by Steve Borthwick as the England great targets...
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International Rugby
/ 6 months agoBenhard Janse van Rensburg lined up for England bow after making training squad
Benhard Janse van Rensburg has been included in an England squad for the first time to raise the prospect of making...
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Columnists
/ 6 months agoJeremy Guscott: ‘Home’ advantage can give holders Bordeaux Begles the edge over Leinster
The right teams will be contesting the European Cup final, because holders Bordeaux Begles and challengers Leinster are the best in...
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/ 6 months agoPeter Jackson: Lions tours didn’t use to be all about the dosh
Lions tours now are more about making money than friends
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/ 6 months agoSuper Rugby Pacific roundup: Fab Fehi nets share of the top try record
Hurricanes moved a step closer to securing the Super Rugby Pacific minor premiership with a dominant 47-24 victory over Blues at...
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/ 6 months agoItaly 33-61 England: Marlie Packer’s punch puts the Italians on the floor
Marlie Packer sent a stern reminder to her back row rivals that she is not going away anytime soon after the...
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International Rugby
/ 6 months agoWill Genia backs the Henry Pollock hype but feels England need to be more fluid
Will Genia is firmly on the Henry Pollock hype train but believes England must evolve into a more dynamic side if...
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Columnists
/ 6 months agoJeremy Guscott: Secrecy surrounding England review makes no sense
The RFU review into the 2026 Six Nations was never likely to make great reading after England lost four Championship matches...
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/ 6 months agoHarris back at Newcastle
SCOTLAND centre Chris Harris will return to Newcastle next season, where he made 104 appearances before moving to Gloucester. The 35-year-old,...
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Columnists
/ 6 months agoPeter Jackson: Leigh Halfpenny bravery wins royal approval
Peter Jackson pays tribute to Leigh Halfpenny’s courage, humility and unforgettable career, from his iconic Twickenham tackle to Lions glory and...
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Columnists
/ 6 months agoPeter Jackson: Leo Cullen should know that the press aren’t cheerleaders
AS head coach of Leinster, Leo Cullen runs a squad crammed with more capped players than any other club, province or...
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/ 6 months agoDenham happy with his hat-trick of wins
nBy BEN JAYCOCK ANDREW Denham has developed a habit of winning National Two East titles, having secured his third with three...
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Miscellaneous
/ 6 months agoThe day Rochy gave Merlene a shock
THE mention of certain names in our sporting village instantly results in a big smile and Tony Roche tops that list....
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International Rugby
/ 6 months agoRFU backs Steve Borthwick to lead England into the 2027 Rugby World Cup after review
Steve Borthwick has been backed by the Rugby Football Union (RFU) to lead England into next year’s Rugby World Cup following...
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Club Rugby
/ 6 months agoLeicester Tigers & England full-back Freddie Steward insists he is ignoring the internet trolls
Freddie Steward has learned not to get wound up by keyboard warriors as he winds himself up for a big finish...
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Columnists
/ 6 months agoNick Cain: Aussies musn’t waste the Lions windfall
The Lions have bailed-out Australian rugby again, with the hugely profitable 2025 tour by the British & Irish outfit last summer...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 6 months agoBrendan Gallagher: Lions really must head to Argentina
Better late than never. After decades of lobbying by some – not least this column – the Lions are reportedly looking...
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Latest News
/ 6 months agoCoaching duo join Tigers
LEICESTER Tigers have brought in Craig Childs and Rod Seib into their senior coaching set-up for next season. The pair will...
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Club Rugby
/ 6 months agoWales legend George North decides it is the ‘right time’ to call it a day
Wales and British & Irish Lions great George North will retire at the end of the season after an injury-hit spell...
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Features
/ 6 months agoMy Life in Rugby: Will Genia – 100 Aussie caps is my career highlight
Will Genia, the former Australia, Queensland Reds, Melbourne Rebels, Stade Francais & Kintetsu Liners scrum-half, reflects on his life in rugby.
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Latest News
/ 6 months agoFrance fall back in line with 8-sub rule JAMES HARRINGTON
FRENCH COLUMN “THE experiment, which produced no significant improvement, has come to an end.” In a dry yet significant 12-word sentence,...
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Club Rugby
/ 7 months agoGloucester vs Exeter Chiefs: Rob Baxter insists Kingsholm drubbing will motivate his side
Rob Baxter endured his darkest day in charge of Exeter Chiefs at Kingsholm 12 months ago this weekend and he has...
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Columnists
/ 7 months agoJeremy Guscott: Courtney Lawes can be a force at the next World Cup
Courtney Lawes’ decision to return to the Premiership to join Sale Sharks next season was not one that most people saw...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 7 months agoBrendan Gallagher: VIP treatment with Big Gav and Campo
The Hong Kong Sevens is 50 years old this weekend which is a sobering thought, probably the first time in recorded...
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Club Rugby
/ 7 months agoSale Sharks boss Alex Sanderson tips Courtney Lawes to make 2027 Rugby World Cup for England
Sale Sharks director of rugby Alex Sanderson is confident Courtney Lawes can force his way back into the England squad and...
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