All posts tagged "England"
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International Rugby
/ 8 months agoSteve Borthwick: Argentina a tough challenge
England will need to show that they cope with Argentina’s transition game if they are to succeed away to Los Pumas,...
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Latest News
/ 8 months agoRFU Board appoints Sir James Wates as new chair to replace Sir Bill Beaumont
Sir James Wates CBE has been appointed as Chair of the RFU Board, replacing interim Chair, Sir Bill Beaumont. Wates has...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 8 months agoDasher Elliot Daly times it just right once again for British and Irish Lions
Elliot Daly has a knack of timing a run to peak form in a Lions year and has repeated the trick...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 8 months agoGavin Henson backing Fin Smith for British and Irish Lions No.10
Andy Farrell has been advised to offer the keys to No.10 to Fin Smith’s steadier, safer pair of hands. Gavin Henson...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 8 months agoBrendan Gallagher: British and Irish Lions player ratings vs Western Force
Brendan Gallagher gives his Lions player ratings from the emphatic win over the Western Force 1. PIERRE SCHOEMAN Has emerged as...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 8 months agoBrendan Gallagher: Some things to work on but, overall, lots of pluses for the British and Irish Lions
And so, without further ado, we should plunge straight into the Lions selection game trying to second-guess the starting line-up for...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 8 months agoBritish and Irish Lions: Elliot Daly can’t get Jack Conan to put his pads on
Elliot Daly’s attempt to convert Ireland’s Jack Conan into a cricket fan fell on deaf ears as England scored 373 to...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 8 months agoJeremy Guscott: British and Irish Lions will need to get into right gear
There's no doubt that being part of a Lions side that loses the first game is not the best start. So,...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 8 months agoBrendan Gallagher: Immanuel Feyi-Waboso waiting in the wings for British and Irish Lions
It might be mid-summer and nearly 11 months into a never-ending season but, as England go to work in Buenos Aires...
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Columnists
/ 8 months agoNick Cain: England must concentrate on a power game against Argentina
We are about to find out about the depth in England’s playing resources, and whether the Premiership produces enough players ready...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 8 months agoNick Cain: Lessons of Dublin must be learned for the British and Irish Lions
One of the strangest elements about the 2025 Lions starting line-up in the non-tour match against Argentina in Dublin was...
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Latest News
/ 8 months agoNick Cain: Let’s hope the Whole Game Union wins the day
The attempts by some within the Twickenham administration to characterise the Whole Game Union’s campaign to bring about democratic change at...
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Features
/ 8 months agoFin Baxter: I want to prove my worth for England
Fin Baxter is eager to play a big part for England in Argentina with first choice loosehead Ellis Genge away with...
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Features
/ 8 months 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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Columnists
/ 8 months agoPeter Jackson: Dazzling French duo, Damian Penaud and Louis Bielle-Biarrye are creating history
Peter Jackson looks at the figures and reports that Damian Penaud and Louis Bielle-Biarrey are rewriting the record books Now that...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 8 months 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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Brendan Gallagher
/ 8 months agoBrendan Gallagher: Fabian Holland poised for All Blacks debut
Is the suitably named Fabian Holland about to follow Tim Visser and Frans Ten Bos as a Dutchman playing top-level rugby...
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International Rugby
/ 8 months agoEngland’s 36-man squad for tour to Argentina and USA
FORWARDS: Fin Baxter (Harlequins, 11 caps), Arthur Clark (Gloucester, uncapped), Alex Coles (Northampton, 7 caps), Chandler Cunningham-South (Harlequins, 15 caps), Ben...
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Columnists
/ 8 months agoPaul Rees: Steve Borthwick’s search for players with the X-factor
Paul Rees looks at the names who might emerge during England's tour of Argentina and trials down under When the big...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 8 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
/ 8 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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Latest News
/ 8 months agoClergyman who guided ’38 Lions
THE Reverend George Cromey made a hefty sacrifice in order to afford the privilege of playing for the Lions. He sold...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 8 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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International Rugby
/ 8 months 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
/ 8 months 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
/ 8 months 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
/ 8 months 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
/ 8 months agoThese players must think fast and play what’s in front of them
Q&A Ben Jaycock catches up with England U20s pathway coach and former Sale, Gloucester and Leeds hooker Andy Titterrell, ahead of...
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International Rugby
/ 8 months 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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Latest News
/ 8 months agoAlex Sanderson: I’m backing Exeter Chiefs to bounce back
Sale Sharks boss Alex Sanderson is tipping a serious resurgence from fallen giants Exeter Chiefs next season, insisting Rob Baxter’s men...
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Latest News
/ 8 months agoEveryone needs to feel valued and have a voice
Steve Hill puts the questions to Steve Pope, below, the head coach at Westcliff RFC in Regional 2 Anglia (Level 6)...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 8 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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Features
/ 8 months 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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Columnists
/ 8 months agoSteve Diamond’s call: Newcastle Falcons need to invest in boots on the ground
Paul Rees begins his summer series reviewing the Premiership season, starting with the bottom club Newcastle Falcons Newcastle finished bottom of...
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Blindside - rugby transfers
/ 8 months agoLeicester Tigers move for James O’Connor
Leicester have confirmed the signing of former Australia utility back James O’Connor as one of six new faces arriving at Welford...
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Columnists
/ 8 months agoJames Harrington: Fabien Galthie’s squad will need to step up in New Zealand
After all the fuss from players and New Zealand Rugby, after the negotiations between union and league bosses, after the hints...
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Latest News
/ 8 months agoBali trip helps put Jess Breach in the right mood ahead of Women’s World Cup
Jess Breach has unfinished business when it comes to World Cups, but believes she is a very different person ahead of...
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Features
/ 8 months agoHenry Slade reveals diabetes scare
Henry Slade has revealed he recently had a major on-field concern with his continuous battle with Type 1 diabetes. The centre...
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Latest News
/ 8 months agoWeekend Talking Points: British and Irish Lions Tour opener, Top 14 Final, Legends bow out for BaaBaas
There is a mix of international rugby and club rugby this weekend, as different nations are at different stages of their seasons. The...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 8 months 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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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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British and Irish Lions
/ 8 months agoHenry Pollock to make first British and Irish Lions start against Western Force
Henry Pollock will make his first start for the British and Irish Lions in Saturday’s opening fixture on Australian soil against...
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International Rugby
/ 8 months agoCharlie Elliott: A breakdown of each international squad for the Summer Tests
With most domestic leagues finishing their seasons in the past few weeks, the attention is being turned to the international rugby...
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International Rugby
/ 8 months agoCharlie Elliott: Winners and Losers from Steve Borthwick’s England squad selection for Argentina & USA
Steve Borthwick has named his side to travel to the Americas this summer, ahead of their two Tests against Argentina and...
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Latest News
/ 8 months agoRugby’s Social Media Moments of the Week: Los Pumas stun British and Irish Lions
The summer period is well and truly upon us, meaning that rugby is now shifting its focus to international fixtures. While...
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International Rugby
/ 8 months agoImmanuel Feyi-Waboso’s red card anguish in England loss to France
Steve Borthwick defended Immanuel Feyi-Waboso after the wing saw red at Twickenham yesterday as England crashed to an agonising loss to...
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International Rugby
/ 8 months agoTom Willis can’t wait for Argentina challenge
It has been three years since Tom Willis had his rugby career and life turned upside down, but the England No.8...
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Latest News
/ 8 months agoBath won’t be one-hit wonders, says Ted Hill
Ted Hill made his peace with beaten Leicester opponents when he marched into England camp last Monday and warned Bath are...
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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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Blindside - rugby transfers
/ 8 months agoWorcester Warriors sign seasoned Premiership pair
Worcester have added No.8 Matt Rogerson and wing Tom Seabrook to their ever-growing squad list for next season. Rogerson, 31, moves...
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