All posts tagged "South Africa"
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Columnists
/ 4 weeks agoNick Cain: It’s time to stop this untouchable scrum-half sham
Nick Cain calls on World Rugby to scrap its “Protecting the 9” law, arguing that over-protecting scrum-halves is undermining rugby’s contests...
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Club Rugby
/ 4 weeks agoBruce Houston targets 2027 Rugby World Cup showdown against England after Coventry return
Coventry fly-half Bruce Houston has his sights set on facing England at the 2027 Rugby World Cup representing Zimbabwe.
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Chris Hewett
/ 4 weeks agoChris Hewett: If refs can’t agree, where does that leave all of us?
Chris Hewett questions rugby’s increasingly complicated laws and the lack of consistency among referees, warning that confusion could undermine the sport’s...
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Features
/ 4 weeks agoPaul Rees: Old school know-how still proving hard to beat
Paul Rees looks at the growing number of players in their 30s who are still involved at the top level.
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Features
/ 4 weeks agoFit-again Metcalfe ready for Japan challenge
WALES full-back Nel Metcalfe is relishing her international return after a lengthy injury absence as Sean Lynn’s side prepare for their...
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Brendan Gallagher
/ 4 weeks agoBrendan Gallagher: My road trip to France that opened up a new life
Brendan Gallagher revisits his European Cup road trip to Pau and Brive that sparked a 20-year love affair with French rugby,...
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International Rugby
/ 4 weeks agoNew Zealand 50-19 Australia: Jordie Barrett leads All Black blitz against Wallabies
New Zealand retained the Bledisloe Cup for a 24th consecutive year with a commanding 50-19 victory over Australia at Eden Park.
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Features
/ 1 month agoWatch out for the Eagles! How the USA are becoming a force to be reckoned with once again
The bruising pack that is pushing the USA women’s rugby team back to the top.
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoFormer England international David Flatman insists rugby without scrums doesn’t work
David Flatman has dismissed claims rugby’s scrum is turning supporters away, insisting the set-piece is one of the sport’s defining spectacles...
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Latest News
/ 1 month agoUnderhill injury blow
BATH flanker Sam Underhill will be sidelined for “a few months” after rupturing his biceps in the opening Prem victory at...
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Champions Cup
/ 1 month agoLawrence Dallaglio: Watch out for the South African teams in this season’s Champions Cup
James Harrington looks ahead to the new Champions Cup campaign and hears the former Wasps star Lawrence Dallaglio predict better things...
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News Extra
/ 1 month agoStunning win for Wallabies
NEWS EXTRA AUSTRALIA stunned South Africa 42-38 in Perth last Sunday despite being reduced to 11 men during the second half....
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoThe Rugby Paper Roundup: Ugo Monye interview – Can Harlequins bounce back? England’s wing battle + closing the gap
Ugo Monye joins Ben Jaycock to discuss whether Harlequins can bounce back from last season, England’s wing battle, Noah Caluori’s Test...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoWales and Exeter Chiefs star Kane James hungry for more after breakthrough Prem season
Kane James is determined to build on a breakthrough campaign that saw him become a Welsh international and help Exeter Chiefs...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoBath star Charlie Ewels has his sights on an England 2027 World Cup spot
Charlie Ewels is determined to give everything in his bid to finally make an England World Cup squad after two previous...
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Columnists
/ 1 month agoJeremy Guscott: We need more action around elite club game
Jeremy Guscott wants more action around the elite club game, with a bigger and more competitive Prem needed to match the...
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Columnists
/ 1 month agoNick Cain: Afolabi Fasogbon’s England omission a puzzle
Nick Cain questions Afolabi Fasogbon’s England omission, believing the Gloucester tighthead has shown the physical maturity and resilience to compete at...
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Latest News
/ 1 month agoJones: We need to go up a few gears for Lions
■By WILL JONES Sharks ...............41pts Tries: Hatton 11, Tshituka 19, Giliomee 29, 66; Bester 36 Conversions: Moyo 12, 20, 29, 37;...
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Latest News
/ 1 month agoWales 24-26 USA: Freda Tafuna power show too much for the Welsh
Freda Tafuna’s hat-trick proved decisive as the United States fought back to edge past Wales in a thrilling encounter.
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Latest News
/ 1 month agoItaly ……………..29 South Africa ..41
SOUTH Africa bounced back in style from their shock defeat to Wales. Italy scored first through winger Alyssa D’Incà but South...
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Features
/ 1 month agoPaul Rees’ 2027 Rugby World Cup countdown – A year out and all to play for
Paul Rees charts the state of the nations ahead of next year’s Rugby World Cup, which kicks off on October 1st,...
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Columnists
/ 1 month agoPeter Jackson: Jessica Watkins swaps rugby for a mission to the stars
Peter Jackson charts Jessica Watkins’ extraordinary journey from USA rugby international to NASA astronaut as she prepares to take command of...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoSuaalii starts on wing for Wallabies
JOSEPH-Aukuso Suaalii starts on the wing for Australia in what will be a major examination against world champions South Africa in...
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Miscellaneous
/ 1 month agoNo-go Graham
SCOTLAND’S record try-scorer Darcy Graham is to miss the autumn’s Nations Championship fixtures with a bicep injury. The 29-year-old Edinburgh winger,...
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Club Rugby
/ 1 month agoLions vs Leinster preview: Leo Cullen hands new faces chance to shine ahead of URC opener
Leinster open their URC campaign against the Lions as Leo Cullen begins his final season in charge.
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International Rugby
/ 2 months agoMaro Itoje: I’m open to England playing Six Nations in USA
Maro Itoje says he would welcome the chance to lead England in a Six Nations match in the United States, despite...
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Club Rugby
/ 2 months agoRotherham Titans chief Harvey Biljon has ambitions to coach at the top level
Harvey Biljon believes his remarkable run of success across three leagues has earned him the chance to coach at the highest...
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International Rugby
/ 2 months agoAnthony Watson: Don’t rule George Ford out of England No.10 race for 2027 World Cup
Anthony Watson has backed George Ford to remain firmly in England’s World Cup plans, praising the fly-half’s rugby intelligence and leadership...
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Columnists
/ 2 months agoJeremy Guscott: England boss Steve Borthwick in need of a plan at No.10 ahead of World Cup
Jeremy Guscott looks at England’s No.10 dilemma and why Steve Borthwick needs a clear plan ahead of the 2027 World Cup.
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Latest News
/ 2 months agoFlanker Verling makes Ireland debut
Preview Ireland v USA Today, 1.45pm By BEN JAYCOCK IRELAND will hand Jemima Adams Verling her Test debut when they open...
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Latest News
/ 2 months agoWales 50-19 South Africa: Sean Lynn’s side on a high as hard work pays off
Wales produced a statement performance at Cardiff Arms Park, scoring eight tries to beat South Africa 50-19 and claim their first...
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Latest News
/ 2 months agoEight-try Italy take charge early on to cruise past Japan
By HOLLY DAISY Italy ....................55pts Tries: Muzzo 3, 79; Frangipani 7, D’Inca 24, Vecchini 28, Duca 31, Minuzzi 46, Sgorbini 60,...
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Latest News
/ 2 months agoScotland 14-66 New Zealand: Black Ferns prove too good for Scots
Scotland were swept aside by a rampant New Zealand side at Hive Stadium, with the Black Ferns running in 10 tries...
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Columnists
/ 2 months agoNick Cain: Steve Borthwick failed to hit the mark with England central contract deals
Nick Cain questions whether Steve Borthwick’s England central-contract choices have given the clearest indication of how he plans to build towards...
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Latest News
/ 2 months agoPrem preview: Bath – Johann van Graan will be looking to sharpen attack
Bath will look to sharpen their attack after last season’s semi-final disappointments, with Johann van Graan’s side aiming to rediscover the...
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Club Rugby
/ 2 months agoPrem preview: Saracens – Brendan Venter plans to make the most of George Martin’s power
Brendan Venter returns to the Saracens hot seat as director of rugby, with George Martin, Alfie Barbeary and Tomos Williams among...
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Club Rugby
/ 2 months agoURC preview: Leinster aim to defend their crown as Welsh clubs face a fight for survival
Ben Jaycock looks ahead to the United Rugby Championship with Leinster aiming to make it three in a row.
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Autumn Internationals
/ 2 months agoPaul Rees: International rivalries are key to keeping the game alive
Paul Rees looks at the balance of power between clubs and countries – and how to ensure the game thrives.
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Features
/ 2 months agoMy Life in Rugby: Brett Herron – I am proud I can call myself a Prem champ
Brett Herron, the former Ulster, Jersey Reds, Harlequins, Biarritz and Colomiers fly-half, reflects on his life in rugby.
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Columnists
/ 2 months agoPeter Jackson: Rassie Erasmus’ Springboks have plenty in reserve
Peter Jackson examines South Africa’s extraordinary depth and dominance under Rassie Erasmus, with the Springboks’ remarkable try-scoring record underlining their strength...
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Latest News
/ 2 months agoNew-look sevens hits the ground running…
FORMER England sevens star Tom Mitchell believes the opening night of rugby’s new-look sevens competition vindicated its innovative format after admitting...
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Columnists
/ 2 months agoJeremy Guscott: It is time for England boss Steve Borthwick to choose his style
Jeremy Guscott believes Steve Borthwick must settle on a clear identity for England as pressure builds on the head coach ahead...
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Columnists
/ 2 months agoNick Cain: England need all their best players available
Nick Cain revisits the debate over England’s overseas selection policy after contrasting views from Rob Baxter and Courtney Lawes have reignited...
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Features
/ 2 months agoPaul Rees: England have the experience to challenge South Africa at the 2027 World Cup
Paul Rees looks towards next year’s World Cup and says experience will be key come the final reckoning.
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International Rugby
/ 2 months agoLee Blackett: England must learn to start as they finish ahead of World Cup
England attack coach Lee Blackett wants Steve Borthwick’s side to show the form they have produced at the end of recent...
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Club Rugby
/ 2 months agoMarcus Smith relishing link-up with England team-mate George Furbank at Harlequins
Marcus Smith believes George Furbank can help spark a Harlequins revival in the Prem as the England pair reunite at The...
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Latest News
/ 2 months agoIreland have no plans to play 6N in US
IRELAND say there are “currently no plans or discussions” about playing a Six Nations match in the United States. World Rugby’s...
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Latest News
/ 2 months agoQuirke has his sights on England
SCRUM-HALF Raffi Quirke hopes his move to Newcastle will help him force his way back into the England reckoning. Quirke says...
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Club Rugby
/ 2 months agoCourtney Lawes calls for change to England selection policy
Courtney Lawes has called for England to pick their best players regardless of where they play, reigniting the debate over the...
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International Rugby
/ 2 months agoRFU to extend England boss Steve Borthwick’s deal to 2028 ahead of World Cup
Head coach Steve Borthwick will have his England contract extended beyond the 2028 Six Nations to avoid uncertainty around his future...
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