All posts tagged "Japan"
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Latest News
/ 15 hours agoNew RPR: Prem Clubs looking to capitalise on England momentum in Europe – Rugby Analyst
In this week’s episode of the Rugby Paper Roundup, Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by the RugbyAnalyst to reflect on...
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Rugby World Cup
/ 2 days agoEngland to face Wales in group stage at 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup
England and Wales will clash in the group stage of the 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup.
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Club Rugby
/ 5 days agoEngland head coach Steve Borthwick gets green light for Benhard Janse van Rensburg
Bristol Bears centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg will become eligible for England from next November after World Rugby confirmed his brief...
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Latest News
/ 5 days agoGlobal rankings are funny old game
FUNNY things, rankings. Wales conceded a record number of points to the All Blacks on home soil last weekend – 55...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 5 days agoPaul Rees: Springboks are setting the standard
Paul Rees reflects on the Autumn Tests and what the implications might be for the Champions Cup and beyond.
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Latest News
/ 1 week agoNew RPR: Why the Springboks can’t ignore England + Siya Kolisi and all things Japan!
In this week’s episode of the Rugby Paper Roundup, Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by RugbyAsia24/7 Editor Steve Noble to...
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Club Rugby
/ 2 weeks agoRicky Pellow proud of what he’s achieved at Exeter Chiefs
Ricky Pellow says the moment is right to chase a new challenge beyond Exeter Chiefs, ending a remarkable 16-year spell at...
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International Rugby
/ 2 weeks agoJapan head coach Eddie Jones believes Nations Championship will bring in fans
Eddie Jones believes the Nations Championship, which kicks off in July, will grow the game’s support base.
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Autumn Internationals
/ 2 weeks agoScotland v Tonga: Gregor Townsend demands Scots get back on track
Scotland will be looking to get back on track today against Tonga having thrown away leads against Argentina and New Zealand...
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International Rugby
/ 2 weeks agoFlawless Lee hits target to put Japan in charge
Round-up EDDIE Jones’ Japan ended a run of five consecutive defeats with a narrow 25-23 win over Georgia in Tbilisi to...
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International Rugby
/ 2 weeks agoSamoa deny Belgium to grab final World Cup spot
Samoa survived a fierce onslaught to hold-off Belgium 13-13 and secure the final qualifying spot for Australia 2027 on a night...
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Latest News
/ 2 weeks agoBelgium must be treated fairly by World Rugby
I AM putting World Rugby on notice. Do not let Belgium rugby wither on the vine like you have so many...
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Columnists
/ 2 weeks agoPeter Jackson: And finally, George Ford puts his nemesis to the sword
During a rare moment of solitude since last weekend, George Ford might have found his mind drifting back to an ancient...
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Latest News
/ 2 weeks agoTHE STARTING CAST FOR THE 2011 JUNIOR WORLD CUP FINAL
ENGLAND 15 Ben Ransom: Played for Saracens, Bedford and London Irish. Retired at 26 to pursue a career in the City...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 2 weeks agoPaul Rees: England must keep their eyes on road ahead
England’s victory over New Zealand took them to third in the world rankings, the highest placed Six Nations side.
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Autumn Internationals
/ 2 weeks agoSteve Tandy hails Harri Deaves’ journey from roofer to facing All Blacks is inspiring
The fairy tale rise of flanker Harri Deaves from roofer to international rugby player will inspire a generation, says Wales head...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 3 weeks agoReturn of the Mack: Ireland despatch Australia setting up Springbok showdown
Saturday night’s clash between Ireland and Australia at the Aviva Stadium was one many were eager to see, with questions over...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 3 weeks agoDepth of Steve Borthwick’s England squad wins approval of James Forrester
James Forrester has been blown away by the progress England have made and feels Steve Borthwick has nailed his back row...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 3 weeks agoWales flanker Alex Mann happy to share limelight with his best mate
Alex Mann admits it’s a surreal feeling to be on Wales duty at the same time as his best mate Isaak...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 3 weeks agoItaly 14-32 South Africa: Once again, Springboks have to live with 14 men
South Africa overcame a first-half red card for the second weekend running as the world champions powered to a composed victory...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 3 weeks agoWales 24-23 Japan: Jarrod Evans hits the target as Steve Tandy’s side steal it at the death
An 83rd-minute penalty from replacement Jarrod Evans deprived Japan of a deserved first victory in Wales in a dramatic finish.
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International Rugby
/ 3 weeks agoLake: We weren’t ruthless enough – we must be accurate
WALES captain Dewi Lake was relieved to get over the line but knows there must be huge improvements if they are...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 3 weeks agoIreland 46-19 Australia: Mack Hansen & co on fire as Irish put Aussies to sword
Mack Hansen, playing out of position, made a timely return from injury by scoring three tries in 27 minutes as Ireland...
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Columnists
/ 3 weeks agoNick Cain: England A team just not up to the job
The Rec was packed with 14,500 Red Rose fans last Saturday, England A were on home turf, and the second-string All...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 3 weeks agoPaul Rees: USA in search of a springboard
Paul Rees looks at the problems facing the game in the USA and wonders what World Rugby can do about it.
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Latest News
/ 3 weeks agoVunipola happy to stick with Caudullo
JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN Going strong: Billy Vunipola playing for Montpellier PICTURES: Getty Images REPORTS of Billy Vunipola’s impending Top 14...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 3 weeks ago‘Fast and explosive’ Louis Rees-Zammit back in ‘happy place’ after Wales return
Louis Rees-Zammit is determined to bring star quality to rugby after returning from his 18-month spell in the NFL “heavier, faster...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 4 weeks agoWales suffer heavy defeat to Argentina in Steve Tandy’s first match as head coach
Wales began the Steve Tandy era with an emphatic defeat as Argentina claimed a record 52-28 victory in Cardiff.
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Autumn Internationals
/ 4 weeks agoOur minds are on the job in hand, insists Wales second row Dafydd Jenkins
Dafydd Jenkins insists there are no excuses for Wales in terms of preparation as they head into their autumn opener against...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 4 weeks agoMichael Cheika restored my belief, says England prop Joe Heyes
Prop Joe Heyes admits he was not head over heels in love with rugby a year ago – but credits Michael...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 4 weeks agoIreland 41-10 Japan: Irish take their time to get into right gear
Ireland’s power off the bench saw them home against a spirited Japanese side, but this was not a performance to put...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 4 weeks agoFrance 17-32 South Africa: Springboks too smart for Les Bleus
A Herculean effort with 14 men saw South Africa complete a remarkable second-half comeback in Paris against France.
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Autumn Internationals
/ 4 weeks agoWales vs Argentina: Ben Thomas – I’ve never enjoyed rugby so much
Wales regular Ben Thomas says he has grown up a lot over the past couple of years – both on and...
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Columnists
/ 4 weeks agoDavid Norrie: 40 years on, and still stuck in the dark ages
The definition of insanity is to keep doing the same thing over and over again – and expect a different result.
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Autumn Internationals
/ 4 weeks agoPaul Rees: England are now able to turn up the heat
What a difference a year makes. England’s victory over Australia last weekend was their eighth in a row since losing to...
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Latest News
/ 4 weeks agoForthcoming fixtures
Week beginning Sunday, November 9, 2025 It is advisable to check matches and kick-off times with the clubs SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 4 weeks agoSouth Africa skipper Siya Kolisi in favour of hybrid players
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi is not surprised England are replicating their use of hybrid players and a bomb squad from...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 4 weeks agoIreland-New Zealand rematch at Soldier Field sparks concerns over 2031 World Cup in America
For all the build-up and hype surrounding the long-awaited rematch between Ireland and New Zealand in Chicago, a game many believed...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 4 weeks agoLouis Rees-Zammit named among replacements for Wales return against Argentina
Louis Rees-Zammit has been named among the Wales replacements for his international return against Argentina.
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Autumn Internationals
/ 4 weeks agoKyle Steyn starts for Scotland against All Blacks instead of Duhan van der Merwe
Duhan van der Merwe, Jamie Ritchie and Zander Fagerson are all notable absentees from Scotland’s 23 for Saturday’s Murrayfield showdown with...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 4 weeks agoTom Farrell handed Ireland debut at 32 against Japan
Munster centre Tom Farrell will become the oldest back to make an Ireland debut in the professional era after being selected...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoBath’s big beasts are helping Archie Griffin
Having a Springbok and a British & Irish Lion in his position at his club inevitably reduces Archie Griffin’s game-time for...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 1 month agoJapan 7-61 South Africa: Springbok superiority too much for Brave Blossoms
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is a mouthful, but it’s a name rugby fans will certainly remember as a stellar performance at Wembley allowed...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 1 month agoBuilding from the wreckage! Steve Tandy’s task to reignite Wales
As Welsh rugby lurches from one calamity to the next as if trying to navigate a maze blindfolded, the worst of...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 1 month agoBrendan Gallagher: We need a full-time eligibility supremo
This column grew hoarse a few years back, arguing for World Rugby to loosen their belts just a little and spend...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 1 month agoEngland v Australia talking points: Steve Borthwick’s statement and marked man Henry Pollock
England and Australia will contest the Ella-Mobbs Trophy currently held by the Wallabies when their 116-year rivalry is renewed on Saturday.
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Autumn Internationals
/ 1 month agoLouis Rees-Zammit looks forward to Wales return but says training feels ‘weird’
Louis Rees-Zammit admitted it felt strange to be back training with Wales at the Principality Stadium as he prepares for his...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 1 month agoWales captain Jac Morgan declares love for Ospreys amid uncertain club future
Jac Morgan has declared his love for the Ospreys, but the Wales captain faces an uncertain club future with his region...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 1 month agoEngland wing Tom Roebuck takes lessons from Chris Ashton ahead of Autumn Series
Tom Roebuck is aiming to make a splash in the November Tests after taking lessons from Chris Ashton as a youngster.
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Autumn Internationals
/ 1 month agoSteve Tandy glad to have Louis Rees-Zammit back in the Wales squad
Bristol Bears wing Louis Rees-Zammit is back in the Wales squad after a two-year absence and an attempt to make it...
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