All posts tagged "Eddie Jones"
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Columnists
/ 7 months agoPeter Jackson: Dark day for Wales in land of rising sun
For more than an hour on Saturday in a land renowned for its courtesy, Japan overdid the welcome bit to such...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 7 months agoJeff Probyn: Once again, Andy Farrell puts his son first
It seems this trip to Australia may be a prelude to the beginning of the end for the Lions in their...
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International Rugby
/ 7 months agoGreasy ball will test Wales in Japanese heat – Matt Sherratt
Matt Sherratt says he is more concerned by the prospect of a greasy match ball than the sweltering conditions facing Wales...
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Rugby Paper News
/ 7 months agoLawrence Dallaglio: British and Irish Lions must be wary of Joe Schmidt’s experience
Former England captain Lawrence Dallaglio believes Australia coach Joe Schmidt’s experience will be a major factor in the upcoming Lions tour....
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International Rugby
/ 7 months agoSummer Internationals: Kick-off times, dates and how to watch for each series
Plenty of international series are starting this weekend, marking the official first weekend of the summer schedule. Some nations have already...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 7 months agoPaul Rees: Joe Schmidt quite happy to set off a grenade
Joe Schmidt is not a coach who tries to get a rise out of opponents ahead of a match or series....
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International Rugby
/ 7 months agoBeating Japan is the only thing that matters, says Dewi Lake
There is only one thing in Dewi Lake’s mind as he prepares to lead Wales into their two Test series against...
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International Rugby
/ 7 months 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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Brendan Gallagher
/ 7 months agoHarlequins Best XV: A stylish team of the ages…
What would be the greatest all-time XV your club could field if you could travel back in time and select everybody...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 7 months agoJeff Probyn: Building trust will be vital for Andy Farrell in the British and Irish Lions squad
As the Lions settle in Australia having played their first warm up game against Western Force, it has given head coach...
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International Rugby
/ 8 months 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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Latest News
/ 8 months 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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International Rugby
/ 8 months agoAlex Coles has his sights fixed on Argentina
Many rugby players finish the season just desperate for some sun and a chance to rest their weary bodies, but Alex...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 8 months agoAndy Farrell – The born leader tasked with putting the British and Irish Lions back on top
Andy Farrell’s passion for the British and Irish Lions is perhaps best encapsulated by his stirring speech ahead of the series...
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Features
/ 8 months agoBen Curry: Eight years on from first Argentina tout, I am raring to go…
Paul Eddison talks to Ben Curry, the Sale flanker who is aiming to be a big hit on England’s summer tour...
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International Rugby
/ 8 months agoThe Wales XV that is likely to face Japan this Summer
A few weeks back Wales interim head coach, Matt Sherratt announced his 33-man squad that will tour Japan, as Wales will...
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Summer Tours
/ 8 months agoBack in Welsh Colours: Josh Macleod’s Road to Japan
There is something about Wales producing top-quality talent in the back row—the likes of Sam Warburton, Dan Lydiate, and Justin Tipuric...
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Columnists
/ 8 months agoJeremy Guscott: Dynamic duo, Danny Care and Ben Youngs, who thrived on rivalry
It's very rare that two players dominate as international scrum-halves for as long as Ben Youngs and Danny Care have for...
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Columnists
/ 8 months agoPaul Rees: End of the road for six of the best
Ten years ago, England finished their World Cup campaign with a 60-3 victory over Uruguay in Manchester. There was no consolation...
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Columnists
/ 8 months agoMike Brown: I never took a backward step, I never gave up
Paul Rees talks to Mike Brown, the gritty full-back who played 72 times for his country and never let his standards...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 8 months agoBrendan Gallagher: Alex Goode was high class under the high ball
So, almost unbelievably, it’s farewell to Alex Goode, one of the three or four best full-backs I’ve ever seen anywhere, even...
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Latest News
/ 9 months agoNick Cain: Ben Spencer steps up to prove his worth for Bath
It's been a long time between drinks for Bath’s faithful fans when it comes to winning worthwhile silverware, so no one...
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Latest News
/ 9 months agoMatt Sherratt backs experience for Wales’ Summer Tour of Japan
Wales coach Matt Sherratt has revealed how the absence of recent captains Jac Morgan and Dafydd Jenkins has had a significant...
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Columnists
/ 9 months agoPaul Rees: Steve Borthwick’s summer crusade
Paul Rees reports as England prepare for their two tests against Argentina and one against the United States Mike Brown announced...
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Features
/ 9 months agoMy Life in Rugby: Tommy Taylor – I’ve achieved way more than I thought I would
I know most people probably thought I had already retired, but now it’s official. After years of my body trying to...
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Latest News
/ 9 months agoGeorge Skivington playing it smart at Gloucester
Gloucester are losing 19 players next month, but George Skivington expects to have a bigger squad next season for the same...
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Columnists
/ 9 months agoDanny Care: ‘I never thought I’d achieve what I did’
Paul Rees talks to Danny Care about hanging up his boots and the incredible career he’s had at the pinnacle of...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 9 months agoFrom Leicester reject to a British and Irish Lion: Tommy Freeman’s stellar rise
By Adam Hathway Tommy Freeman has gone from being a Leicester reject to becoming a Lion, thanks to his recent try-scoring...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 9 months agoJeremy Guscott: I hope the British and Irish Lions provide moments we talk about for years to come
The big headlines from the 2025 Lions squad announcement on Thursday are the confirmation of Maro Itoje as captain of the...
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Features
/ 9 months agoTaking on Boks with my brothers was so special
MY LIFEIN RUGBY TUSI PISI THE MANU SAMOA HEAD COACH AND TOYOTA INDUSTRY SHUTTLES ASSISTANT COACH, WHO PLAYED FLY-HALF FOR THE...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 9 months agoMaro Itoje named British and Irish Lions captain for tour of Australia
For exclusive stories and all the detailed rugby news you need, subscribe to The Rugby Paper website, digital edition, or newspaper from as...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 10 months agoChris Hewett: If there is any justice, George Ford will be a British and Irish Lion
By Chris Hewett - Thinking Allowed The difference between time and eternity? It’s all relative – get it? – but in...
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Latest News
/ 10 months agoCharlie Elliott: Ben Youngs’ Best Career Moments
By Charlie Elliott Ben Youngs announced his retirement from rugby earlier this week, with the scrum-half set to hang up his boots at the end...
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Latest News
/ 10 months agoFreddie Steward puts his heart into Leicester Tigers
By Paul Rees Freddie Steward is forgetting about England as he sets his mind on helping Leicester reach the Premiership playoffs....
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Chris Hewett
/ 10 months agoChris Hewett: Geoff Parling is thriving as the quiet ‘Australian’
By Chris Hewett - Thinking Allowed Whatever lights might be hidden under rugby’s bushel, precious few of them belong to Australian...
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Latest News
/ 10 months agoEveryone should try out the front row at least once
Steve Hill puts the questions to Graham Dawe, below, head coach of Cornwall County 1st XV What was your rugby playing...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 10 months agoLawrence Dallaglio: Old hands need to state their British and Irish Lions case
Paul Rees talks to Lawrence Dallaglio about the crucial selection choices facing British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell George Ford...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 11 months agoEngland’s freedom fighters on the march for British and Irish Lions honours
Paul Rees looks back at the winners and losers in this year's Six Nations and who will make it to be...
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Six Nations
/ 11 months agoSix Nations: It is no surprise to me but Maro Itoje proves his captaincy credentials
By Brendan Gallagher It was Eddie Jones who insisted that Maro Itoje was not captaincy material, an opinion that seemed plain...
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Latest News
/ 11 months agoEngland need to play for the full 80, says Elliot Daly
By Adam Hathaway Elliot Daly has urged England to put their foot on Italian throats today and keep it there in...
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Latest News
/ 11 months agoEngland vs Italy Preview: Fraser Dingwall set to pull the strings as Steve Borthwick puts faith in Saints
By Adam Hathaway Preview - England v Italy Today. Kick-off 3pm, Allianz Stadium, Twickenham Steve Borthwick might not come across as a...
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Latest News
/ 11 months agoBen Youngs lifts the lid on Steve Borthwick – but too late
By Nick Cain Ben Youngs lifted the lid last week on Steve Borthwick being a “risk-averse” coach, and stated that the...
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Latest News
/ 11 months agoFinal acts will define England’s season
ANALYSIS >> PAUL REES SAYS THAT, WHILE A FIRST DEFEAT TO ITALY IS UNLIKELY, BORTHWICK’S MEN WILL FACE A STERNER TEST...
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Features
/ 11 months agoBlackheath’s James Shanahan – After seven years, it’s time for new challenge
Jon Newcombe talks to James Shanahan about his time as Blackheath coach and his move to Bury St Edmunds When James...
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Features
/ 12 months agoAfter delivering one miracle, a second proved impossible for Warren Gatland
Paul Rees says Gatland should be remembered for his remarkable achievements, not his second-term failings Timing is everything in sport, on...
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Rugby Paper News
/ 12 months agoMost Thrilling Late-Late Shows in Six Nations History
England’s stunning late victory against France in the second round of the 2025 Six Nations will go down in history as...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 12 months agoFelipe Contepomi – It will be an honour for Argentina to take on the British & Irish Lions
Joe Santamaria talks to Argentina coach Felipe Contepomi about the challenges of a tour by England – and the Lions The...
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Latest News
/ 12 months agoSix Nations – England need to be more consistent
By Nick Cain - Read his expert opinion every week Driving force: Tom Willis has the power to make headway up...
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Latest News
/ 12 months agoSix Nations: Warren Gatland broken by assembly line failure
By Peter Jackson - The man truly in the know February 11, 2025 will go down in Six Nations history as...
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Chris Hewett
/ 12 months agoLet us permit No.8s freedom of expression
By Chris Hewett - Thinking Allowed The great and good of World Rugby are clearly intent on turning scrum-halves into the...
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