All posts tagged "Rugby World Cup"
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The Rugby Championship
/ 3 years agoFive Falcons are chosen in Argentina squad
Named: Mateo Carreras FIVE Newcastle Falcons have been named in Argentina’s training squad as they prepare for the upcoming Rugby Championship...
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Latest News
/ 3 years ago“What we prepared for was way off” – O’Kelly on Ireland’s doomed RWC 2007
Malcolm O’Kelly has revealed why Ireland‘s last World Cup in France was such a disastrous campaign, but is confident such problems...
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The Rugby Championship
/ 3 years agoFoster mixes it up with experience and youth
New Zealand have named five debutants in a 36-man squad for the upcoming Rugby Championship. The squad is a mixture of...
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Guest Blogs
/ 3 years ago2023 – Can it change the sport of Rugby? What’s missing?
As the most celebrated event in the oval ball sport comes closer with the Rugby World Cup 2023 in France, we...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 3 years agoSamoan underdogs and an Australian masterclass stole the show in ’91
The Rugby World Cup really started to hit its stride in 1991, scaling up from the inaugural event in 1987 in...
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United Rugby Championship
/ 3 years ago2018 Breakthrough Player of the Year Aphiwe Dyantyi to make Sharks return
The Sharks have signed 28-year-old former World Rugby Breakthrough Player of the Year Aphiwe Dyantyi for the upcoming URC season after...
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Women's International
/ 3 years agoEnhanced deals for England women
By BEN JAYCOCK The RFU has handed out new three-year contracts to England’s senior women players, that will cover the 2025...
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Rugby World Cup
/ 3 years agoGatland releases Carre after he fails to hit targets
Cardiff prop Rhys Carre has been released from Wales’ World Cup training squad having “failed to meet individual performance targets”. “Rhys...
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Young Gun
/ 3 years agoYoung Guns: Bath & England U20s fly-half/full-back Sam Harris
Sam Harris was delighted with his match-winning conversion for England U19s earlier this month, but is keeping his feet firmly on...
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Club Rugby
/ 3 years agoBarnes fears impact of social media on grassroots referees
Wayne Barnes believes that ignoring social media is the best way for referees to operate, but is also concerned that online...
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Latest News
/ 3 years agoCueto: Ashy has been incredible. He had it all
News By NICK POWELL MARK Cueto has paid tribute to soon-to-retire winger Chris Ashton, and his unique ability to finish off...
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Latest News
/ 3 years agoAshton one of the greats – Cueto
Mark Cueto has paid tribute to former international teammate and soon-to-retire winger Chris Ashton, and his unique ability to finish off...
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James Harrington
/ 3 years agoBoost for finances as recovery continues
JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN THE Commission des Championnats professionnels de l’Autorité de régulation du rugby – the new name for the...
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Guest Blogs
/ 3 years agoBiggest Bets on Rugby
The sport of Rugby is one of high intensity that requires a high degree of strategy, skill and physical prowess. It...
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Latest News
/ 3 years agoMitchell to succeed Middleton as Red Roses boss
The RFU has confirmed the appointment of John Mitchell as Simon Middleton’s successor as coach of the England women’s team. Mitchell,...
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Rugby Paper News
/ 3 years agoWhere could rugby improve its appeal and revenue streams?
Rugby as a sport is not one that commands the attention of major brands outside of the leading international sides. Apart...
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Guest Blogs
/ 3 years agoRugby World Cup 2023: The ultimate guide for rugby fans
The Rugby World Cup 2023 is coming to France in less than a year, and it promises to be a spectacular...
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Latest News
/ 3 years agoRed Roses and Les Bleues prepare for Twickenham slam decider
For a third consecutive year, the outcome of England vs France will be the final and deciding match of the women’s...
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English Championship
/ 3 years agoPremiership-Championship Cup confirmed
The addition of Championship teams to the Premiership Rugby Cup, first reported in The Rugby Paper on 9th April, has been...
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Latest News
/ 3 years agoHogg, 30, announces shock retirement
Stuart Hogg has stunned the rugby world by announcing his intention to retire after this year’s Rugby World Cup. Hogg made...
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Latest News
/ 3 years agoMost-capped player Hunter announces retirement
Red Roses captain Sarah Hunter will retire after Saturday’s Six Nations opener against Scotland, bringing to an end a 19-year playing...
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International Rugby
/ 3 years agoHansen: Weight of expectation could be Ireland’s toughest Rugby World Cup opponent
With unbeaten Six Nations and Autumn Nations campaigns and a series victory in New Zealand under their belts inside the last...
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Latest News
/ 3 years agoPete Altham: Fylde’s deaf rugby player
Meet Pete Altham, a deaf PE teacher who is not letting his condition stop him from playing the sport he loves...
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Guest Blogs
/ 3 years agoWhy is rugby not a more popular sport in the world?
After watching a thriller of a rugby match, you might wonder why it’s not a more popular sport worldwide. Even though...
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International Rugby
/ 3 years agoJones in sensational Australia appointment
Eddie Jones has been appointed as Australia‘s head coach with immediate effect, with Dave Rennie sacked to make way for the...
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Latest News
/ 3 years agoMoody defiant in battle against brain tumours
Lewis Moody shared the inspiration and goals of his charity as they continue their goal of raising awareness in the fight...
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Challenge Cup
/ 3 years agoDavidson makes history in Scarlets vs Cheetahs
Scotland‘s Hollie Davidson is set to lead the first ever all-female officiating team in a men’s European rugby match this Friday....
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Six Nations
/ 3 years agoWhat to expect from Guinness Six Nations hospitality experiences at Twickenham Stadium
The 2023 Guinness Six Nations is a historic tournament globally recognised for its rivalries and passionate supporters. It is hard to...
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Rugby World Cup
/ 3 years agoAre the Springboks on course to defend their World Cup crown in 2023?
As 2022 draws to an end, we’ve seen significant changes take place in international rugby, and with a World Cup on...
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Guest Blogs
/ 3 years agoHost Cities Guide: Rugby World Cup 2023 locations
If you’re attending the 2023 rugby world cup it is set to be an absolute corker. The best bookmaker bonuses are...
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Women's International
/ 3 years agoScotland offer pro contracts to 28
Scottish Rugby have announced 11-month professional contracts for 28 female players. Jade Konkel-Roberts, 29, became the organisation’s first professional female player...
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James Harrington
/ 3 years agoConviction that spells the end for Laporte
JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN Bernard Laporte’s future as president of French rugby’s governing body has to be untenable after he was...
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Rugby World Cup
/ 3 years agoCrowley still hoping Odogwu will play for Italy
By JON NEWCOMBE Wanted: Paolo Odogwu and Kieran Crowley, below Italy head coach Kieran Crowley hasn’t yet conceded defeat in his...
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Blindside - rugby transfers
/ 3 years agoNow Chiefs are fighting to keep Cowan-Dickie
ON THE BLINDSIDE BY NEILFISSLER Off to France? Luke Cowan-Dickie Below, Jack Nowell Exeter Chiefs are fighting to keep hold of...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 3 years agoPressure on Pivac as Wales humbled
Pivac: I’m focused on building towards World Cup Wayne Pivac remains confident he is still the man to lead Wales to...
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Letters
/ 3 years agoEagles fail to keep the American dream alive
I’M so thrilled for Portugal that they managed to book their place at next year’s World Cup – but USA’s failure...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 3 years agoFarrell is best I played with – Robshaw
Chris Robshaw has revealed that he believes Owen Farrell is the best player he played with during his illustrious career, speaking...
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Womens Rugby World Cup
/ 3 years agoWomen’s World Cup final preview: Kildunne in for favourites England
Saturday will see the playing of the ninth women’s Rugby World Cup final, and with two somewhat unsurprising teams as the...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 3 years agoEngland change five for must-win Japan clash
Eddie Jones has switched a third of the starting XV that lost to Argentina last week as he looks to earn...
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Podcast
/ 3 years agoEpisode 39 with Sadia Kabeya
Semi-final Saturday of the Women’s Rugby World Cup was a blockbuster occasion as the Red Roses and Black Ferns came out...
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International Rugby
/ 3 years agoJoe Marler to return for The Barbarians
One of the most popular Barbarians of recent years is set to make a stunning return in the Black and White...
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Miscellaneous
/ 3 years agoCanada ready for Italian challenge
Preview Italy v Canada @therugby Today. 12.45 am CANADA will be looking to strengthen their World Cup title credentials as they...
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Guest columnists
/ 3 years agoHappy it’s Hunter who will take on my baton
ROCKY CLARK WORLD CUP WINNER Captain marvel: Sarah Hunter Influential: Marlie Packer What an encounter! It promised to be special and...
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Chris Hewett
/ 3 years agoOne-sided victories no good for anyone
CHRIS HEWETT GUEST COLUMNIST THE basic mix of marketing ingredients for sporting World Cups is one part exaggeration to three parts...
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Womens Rugby World Cup
/ 3 years agoHat-trick for Woodman as Black Ferns claim bonus
By MARK DOCHERTY Australia ..........17pts Tries: Terita 13, 28; Wong 16 Conversions: McKenzie 18 New Zealand ..41pts Conversions: Tries: Tries: Ngan-Woo...
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Womens Rugby World Cup
/ 3 years agoCanada confident they can lift crown
Preview Japan v Canada Today. Kick-off 3.15 am CANADA coach Kevin Rouet believes his side have what it takes to win...
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Jeff Probyn
/ 3 years agoRed Roses can give us all something to smile about
JEFF PROBYN A FRONT ROW VIEW OF THE GAME With the start of the Women’s Rugby World Cup and full TV...
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Premiership Women's Rugby
/ 3 years agoDow back on bench as Kebaya gets start for England opener
Abby Dow is likely to make her return from injury off the bench, as 20-year-old flanker Sadia Kebaya gets a start...
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Womens Rugby World Cup
/ 3 years agoEasson goes for even split of Scottish first-timers
By BEN JAYCOCK Skipper: Rachel Malcolm again captains Scotland Scotland are playing in their first World Cup in 12 years and...
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Autumn Internationals
/ 3 years agoMarchant misses out as Jones makes changes for Autumn Internationals
Joe Marchant was among the missing names from England‘s training squad as Eddie Jones tinkered with his squad for England’s Autumn...
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