All posts tagged "Championship"
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Rugby Paper News
/ 8 hours agoThe most famous rugby stadiums in the world
Rugby is a sport with a rich history and huge popularity, especially in Great Britain. Famous arenas where key matches are...
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U20 World Cup
/ 15 hours agoU20s World Championship: Will Parkin on England’s ‘Battlezone Attack’ ahead of must-win clash against Australia
England U20s backs coach Will Parkin is clear about the task ahead. With one game remaining in the pool stages of the World Rugby...
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International Rugby
/ 3 days agoU20s World Championship: Late Australia tries prove too much for Scotland
Scotland .......... 24pts Tries: Douglas 13, Duncan 22, 62; Findlay 45 Conversions: Urwin 46, Coates 63 Australia .......... 34pts Tries: Martens...
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International Rugby
/ 3 days agoU20s World Championship: Baby Boks comeback sees England in trouble
England ...............22pts Tries: Weimann 8, Treacey 12, Bracken 33 Conversions: Bellamy 9, Coen 12 Penalty: Coen 38 South Africa ......32pts Tries:...
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International Rugby
/ 3 days agoU20s World Championship: Kepu Tuipulotu – We know the Aussies will be right up for it
We have had quite the journey here in Italy so far, with plenty to reflect on as we gear up for...
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Latest News
/ 3 days agoMake it enjoyable so players come
Coach to coach Steve Hill puts the questions to Sam Goatley, below, head coach at Newent RFC What is your playing...
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Latest News
/ 3 days agoSaysell bows out after hitting his century
■ By CHRIS COLLYER AFTER signing off with 100 appearances at Richmond, Toby Saysell is excited to be one of the...
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Features
/ 3 days agoI was very proud to be given a testimonial
MY LIFEIN RUGBY THE NOW-RETIRED CAMBRIDGE & BEDFORD BLUES WINGER PAT TAPLEY Speedster: Pat Tapley leading the way for Bedford PICTURE:...
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Junior International Rugby
/ 5 days agoEngland U20s vs South Africa: Jonny Weimann – We need to tire out their big pack
Northampton Saints scrum-half Jonny Weimann is set to start alongside his familiar partner Ben Coen for the second straight game at...
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Junior International Rugby
/ 5 days agoClarity the key for England in U20s World Championship title defence says Ben Coen
As England U20 prepare to face South Africa in their second pool match of the World Rugby U20 Championship, Ben Coen...
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International Rugby
/ 6 days agoJosh Macleod returning from injury ‘massive’ for Wales – Matt Sherratt
Wales boss Matt Sherratt has hailed the return of Josh Macleod as “massive” after selecting the Scarlets flanker for their Test...
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Features
/ 1 week agoArgentina out to build on their British and Irish Lions triumph against England
Joe Santamaria looks at the challenge facing coach Felipe Contepomi as he prepares for England If there were any England players...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 1 week agoBrendan Gallagher: Spain get helping hand from French
There will be no quarter asked or given in Verona this evening at the Payanini Stadium when France – who have...
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International Rugby
/ 1 week agoWales must nail the basics – Sam Costelow
The contrast between this summer’s trip and Wales’ last tour of Japan could hardly be more acute. Back in 2013, they...
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International Rugby
/ 1 week 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 week agoU20s World Championship: Battling England get ready to turn up the heat on Scotland
England v Scotland Today. Kick-off 2.30pm. Verona England U20s begin the defence of their World Championship crown this afternoon, taking on...
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International Rugby
/ 1 week 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 week 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 week agoU20s World Championship: Luke Murphy’s back at No.8 to help bolster Ireland challenge
Ireland v Georgia Ireland face a stern test against a physical and improving Georgia side in Calvisano. Connacht’s Eanna McCarthy continues...
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International Rugby
/ 1 week 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 week 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 week 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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Features
/ 1 week 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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Features
/ 1 week 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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British and Irish Lions
/ 2 weeks 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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Features
/ 2 weeks agoU20s World Championship – England attack coach Will Parkin on title defence
Ben Jaycock speaks to Will Parkin, the 30-year-old England U18s coach who is set for his first involvement with the U20s...
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Junior International Rugby
/ 2 weeks agoU20s World Championship: Scotland Coach Kenny Murray keen for clarity
Scotland return to the top-tier competition for the first time in six years after winning the U20 Trophy last season –...
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Latest News
/ 2 weeks agoU20s World Championship – Riley Norton will be out for revenge for South Africa
Lock Riley Norton will again lead South Africa, with five players returning for their second appearance at the tournament. Phiwayinkosi Kubheka...
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Latest News
/ 2 weeks 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
/ 2 weeks 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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Latest News
/ 2 weeks agoWe don’t fear anyone else, says Whiffin
WALES ■By CHARLIE ELLIOTT WALES head coach Richard Whiffin says his squad head to the World Rugby U20 Championship in Italy...
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Latest News
/ 2 weeks agoLaborde’s fresh faces
FRANCE FRANCE U20s head into the World Championship full of momentum after winning the U20 Six Nations, clinched on the final...
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Latest News
/ 2 weeks agoMiranda looking for big step up
ARGENTINA A LOT of the head coach Nicolás Fernández Miranda’s squad are domestic-based and play in the Super Rugby Americas. So...
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Latest News
/ 2 weeks agoMathis ready to add some sparkle
NEW ZEALAND Star: Oli Mathis AFTER retaining the Rugby Championship U20 title in South Africa earlier this summer, New Zealand are...
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Latest News
/ 2 weeks agoMcCarthy’s out to turn things around
Under 20s Championship -Pool C IRELAND ■By CHARIE ELLIOTT CONNACHT’S Éanna McCarthy leads Ireland as they look to build on last...
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Junior International Rugby
/ 2 weeks agoU20s World Championship: Hosts Italy will be looking to get crowd cheering
Hosts Italy will have real ambitions of getting out of their pool, with Ireland, Georgia and New Zealand their opponents. They...
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Latest News
/ 2 weeks agoFord quits Knights for chance at Sale
SALE Sharks have appointed Doncaster Knights head coach Joe Ford as the club’s new attack coach. The 35-yearold former Sharks, Leicester...
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Latest News
/ 2 weeks agoTrevett following in Genge footsteps
By ROB COLE IF Hartpury College was the launch-pad for Ellis Genge’s career, then Clifton College has proved to be the...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 3 weeks agoTeam News – Maro Itoje to captain British and Irish Lions for first time against Argentina
Maro Itoje will captain the British and Irish Lions for the first time in their non-cap international against Argentina in Dublin...
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Dream Team
/ 3 weeks agoDream Team – Kayde Sylvester
Kayde Sylvester, the Cambridge and former Northampton Saints second row, chooses the best XV he has played with or against 1....
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English Championship
/ 3 weeks agoWorcester Warriors will be Championship contenders, says new man Roma Zheng
Worcester Warriors signing Roma Zheng is hoping to help his new side return to the Premiership, with the hungry flyer the...
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English Championship
/ 3 weeks agoEaling Trailfinders gunning to make it three Championship titles in succession
Reuben Bird-Tulloch has found a new lease of life at Ealing Trailfinders and is looking forward to pursuing a hat-trick of...
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Latest News
/ 3 weeks agoTaylor is hoping Bucks will get it right this time
Gill Burns County Championship Division One Final Preview RACHAEL Taylor is chomping at the bit as her Buckinghamshire side prepare for...
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Latest News
/ 3 weeks agoEvans sets his sights on a Twickenham three-peat
Bill Beaumont Championship Final Preview By BEN JAYCOCK KENT are playing for a hat-trick of Division 1 titles on Saturday when...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 3 weeks agoLos Pumas will be out to take down British and Irish Lions
Joe Santamaria looks back on Argentina’s draw with the Lions in 2005 and the challenges they will face on Friday It...
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Premiership
/ 4 weeks agoBest Individual Matchups in the Premiership and URC Finals
Finals weekend is coming up in both the Premiership and the United Rugby Championship (URC). Bath play Leicester Tigers at Twickenham...
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United Rugby Championship
/ 4 weeks agoLeinster vs Bulls: Big URC Final Preview
Leinster hosts the Vodacom Bulls in the final of the United Rugby Championship (URC) this weekend. The game will be held...
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Women's International
/ 4 weeks agoBack-to-back matches to be introduced in revamped 2026 Women’s Six Nations
A revamped Guinness Women’s Six Nations will feature back-to-back matches on a single day in each round during the 2026 tournament....
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United Rugby Championship
/ 4 weeks agoDan Sheehan – “There is absolutely no way the Bulls will be hungrier than Leinster”
Leinster and Ireland star Hooker Dan Sheehan insists that there is absolutely no way a team will be hungrier than Leinster...
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Latest News
/ 4 weeks agoOne of the Ravens: Luke Price’s Rugby Career
“Rugby has obviously been massive for me, even from an early age. I used to go out and watch my brother...