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International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

U20s World Championship: South Africa down All Blacks to end 13 year wait

New Zealand ....................15pts Tries: Sa 16, Kunawave 79 Conversions: Cole 79 Penalties: Simpson 46 South Africa..................... 23pts Tries: Nyali 3, Mentoe...

By Ben Jaycock

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

U20s World Championship: Historic win for Los Pumitas to seal third place

Tries: Correa 5, Cambiasso 47, 55, Garcia Iandolino 61, Senillosa 65, Otano 72 Conversions: Senillosa 55, 62, 66, 74 France................35pts Tries:...

By Ben Jaycock

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

U20s World Championship Roundup: England recover from early Streeter dismissal

Monday Roundup England dismantled Wales 51-13 on Monday to reach the fifth-place playoff final. Despite going down to 14 men after...

By The Rugby Paper Team

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

Billy Sela: U20s World Championship last dance is something I’ll remember

It was emotional going into yesterday’s game knowing it was the final time I would pull on an England U20 jersey....

By The Rugby Paper Team

English Championship

/ 5 months ago

Matt Riley is backing Richmond to do well in Champ Rugby

Former National League stalwart Matt Riley believes Richmond are well-equipped to test themselves in The Champ next season, but says how...

By Ben Jaycock

English Championship

/ 5 months ago

Matt Kvesic excited to be a Worcester Warrior again

Matt Kvesic has seen a lot in his career – Test rugby, European and Premiership competition, even clubs in crisis –...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Features

/ 5 months ago

New guys know the step up will be tough

Ben Jaycock catches up with three players from teams promoted to Nat 1 - Leeds Tykes, Tonbridge Juddians and Clifton NEXT...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Latest News

/ 5 months ago

Archie McParland: I want to be Northampton Saints’ No 1 scrum-half

England U20s graduate Archie McParland is enjoying working under his mentor at Northampton, Alex Mitchell, but is determined to oust...

By Ben Jaycock

British and Irish Lions

/ 5 months ago

Paul Rees: It’s a free hit for the Wallabies against the British and Irish Lions

Australia needed the run-out against Fiji last Sunday, but an unwanted consequence was a neck injury suffered by Noah Lolesio that...

By Paul Rees

Latest News

/ 5 months ago

Worcester set to return with Coventry derby clash

WORCESTER Warriors’ first game back in professional rugby will be a derby at home against Coventry on the opening day of...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Latest News

/ 5 months ago

Let’s go back to amateur status from Level 5

Steve Hill talks to David Warwick, below, head coach at Wigton RUFC who play in Counties 1 Cumbria What is your...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Features

/ 5 months ago

Young Guns: Asa Stewart-Harris

Boyhood supporter Asa Stewart-Harris is already making waves at Saracens, with a sharp pass, a keen rugby brain, and a love...

By Ben Jaycock

Latest News

/ 5 months ago

Ridge’s buzzing to take on challenge at Chinnor

■ By BEN JAYCOCK FOLLOWING a standout season with Tonbridge Juddians, 21-year-old Isaac Ridge is looking forward to testing himself in...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Guest Blogs

/ 5 months ago

The best online slots on the theme of rugby

If you’re into big tackles, roaring crowds, and that adrenaline rush you only get when your team’s seconds away from a...

By The Rugby Paper Team

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

Scotland focused on big picture with Fiji clash key to world ranking

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has one eye on the “bigger picture” as his side prepare to face Fiji in the...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Rugby Paper News

/ 5 months ago

The 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...

By The Rugby Paper Team

U20 World Cup

/ 5 months ago

U20s 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...

By Charlie Elliott

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

U20s 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...

By The Rugby Paper Team

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

U20s 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:...

By The Rugby Paper Team

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

U20s 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...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Latest News

/ 5 months ago

Make 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...

By The Rugby Paper Team

English Championship

/ 5 months ago

Toby Saysell bows out after hitting his century at Richmond

After signing off with 100 appearances at Richmond, Toby Saysell is excited to be one of the fans next season. In...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Features

/ 5 months ago

I 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:...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Junior International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

England 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...

By Charlie Elliott

Junior International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

Clarity 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...

By Charlie Elliott

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

Josh 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...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Features

/ 5 months ago

Argentina 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...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Brendan Gallagher

/ 5 months ago

Brendan 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...

By Brendan Gallagher

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

Wales 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...

By Simon Thomas

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

Old 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...

By The Rugby Paper Team

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

U20s 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...

By Charlie Elliott

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

Ford 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...

By The Rugby Paper Team

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

Spain 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...

By The Rugby Paper Team

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

U20s 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...

By Charlie Elliott

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

New 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....

By The Rugby Paper Team

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

We’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...

By The Rugby Paper Team

International Rugby

/ 5 months ago

Tyler 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...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Features

/ 5 months ago

Young 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...

By The Rugby Paper Team