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Challenge Cup

/ 2 years ago

Clermont survive second-half scare

Clermont ........27 Cheetahs .......22 ■By BEN JAYCOCK THREE-TIME Challenge Cup winners Clermont held off a Cheetahs fightback to earn a place...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Six Nations

/ 2 years ago

Borthwick now spoilt for choice at 15, says Piutau

By BEN JAYCOCK Charles Piutau feels England’s decision to drop Freddie Steward in favour of George Furbank at full-back shows the...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Premiership

/ 2 years ago

Bears battle back to subdue Gloucester

By BRENDAN GALLAGHER Gloucester ....................... 24pts Tries: Hathaway 10, Carreras 18, McBurney 21 Conversions: Carreras 11, 19, 22 Penalty: Carreras 33...

By The Rugby Paper Team

United Rugby Championship

/ 2 years ago

Stormers …… 13 Ulster ………….. 7

A LATE Evan Roos try helped Stormers seal a hard-fought win over Ulster. Nick Timoney’s converted score gave Ulster a 7-0...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Latest News

/ 2 years ago

Ulster’s new boss

FORMER health trust chief Hugh McCaughey will take over from Jonny Petrie as temporary Ulster CEO. Petrie left the province by...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Peter Jackson

/ 2 years ago

Ulster have little to offer

Shortly after Dan McFarland’s abrupt exit as Ulster’s head coach, chief executive Jonny Petrie dismissed any questions over his future at...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Blindside - rugby transfers

/ 2 years ago

Munster move in for Ulster ace Burns

ON THE BLINDSIDE BILLY Burns will swap Ulster for Munster in the summer to replace Joey Carbery who is off to...

By The Rugby Paper Team

United Rugby Championship

/ 2 years ago

Sharks ……….22 Ulster ………… 12

THE Sharks recorded their first league win since November to climb off the URC basement as Ulster’s play-off bid took a...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Latest News

/ 2 years ago

Episode 100! Previewing England vs Ireland with Jonny Bell

This week, the Rugby Paper Podcast brings up 100 episodes! A huge thank you to all those who support and continue...

By Nick Powell

United Rugby Championship

/ 2 years ago

Classy Ulster make the most of their good start

By KEVIN FALLON Ulster ................ 49pts Tries: Addison 4, Lowry 18, 33, Sheridan 29, McCann 57, 75, Timoney 72 Conversions: Cooney...

By The Rugby Paper Team

United Rugby Championship

/ 2 years ago

McFarland quits Ulster

ULSTER head coach Dan McFarland has stepped down from his position after nearly six years in charge. Current Ireland U20 head...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Premiership

/ 2 years ago

Munster have edge on Quins

By TOM EVANS Harlequins ....... 35pts Tries: Walker 23, Edwards 37, Hammond 42, Bradley 69, Zheng 76 Conversions: Edwards 24, 38,...

By The Rugby Paper Team

My Life in Rugby

/ 2 years ago

I just love playing and had an amazing career

My Life in Rugby with Mark Best - The former Ulster, Jersey Reds and Doncaster Knights centre discusses his career in the...

By The Rugby Paper Team

United Rugby Championship

/ 2 years ago

Former Welsh stars back in action to boost Ospreys

By BEN JAYCOCK PREVIEW... Ospreys v Ulster Today. Kick-off 3pm, Liberty Stadium FORMER Wales stars Justin Tipuric, Nicky Smith and Alex...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Olympic & Commonwealth Games

/ 2 years ago

Baloucoune eyes Olympics

Ulster wing Robert Baloucoune is eager for the chance to compete at the Paris Olympics with Ireland. Baloucoune, 26, was previously...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Blindside - rugby transfers

/ 2 years ago

Lynagh leaves Quins for Benetton

ON THE BLINDSIDE – updated from Sunday’s (11/02/24) TRP Harlequins have confirmed wing Louis Lynagh will join URC side Benetton next...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Jeremy Guscott

/ 2 years ago

This Irish dynasty will keep on going

JEREMY GUSCOTT OUTSPOKEN AND UNMISSABLE... EVERY WEEK WAS the speed of the Irish recovery after the World Cup surprising? No, because...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Blindside - rugby transfers

/ 2 years ago

Scotland prop Rory signs with Warriors

ON THE BLINDSIDE BY NEIL FISSLER Scotland and Lions loosehead Rory Sutherland is returning to Scotland at the end of the...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Latest News

/ 2 years ago

Slammers France and Ireland clash in seismic opener

Preview: France vs Ireland (Friday, 8pm) The highly anticipated 2024 Six Nations gets underway as the two tournament favourites, France and Ireland,...

By Nick Powell

Premiership

/ 2 years ago

David: I’m loving the freedom I get here

By JON NEWCOMBE Nick David is revelling in the freedom given to players at Harlequins and is in contention for a...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Six Nations

/ 2 years ago

Cool cat Crowley has to prove his worth

Six Nations team-by-team previews: Ireland Brendan Gallagher says coach Andy Farrell is spoilt for choice in nearly every position on the...

By The Rugby Paper Team

U20 Six Nations

/ 2 years ago

It’s all to play for as class of ’24 get set

BY BEN JAYCOCK ENGLAND As the U20s Six Nations kicks off on Friday, England’s primary focus is to shore up their...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Miscellaneous

/ 2 years ago

Saints must play it again with Munster

NORTHAMPTON will face Munster again in the Champions Cup last 16 in one of five rematches from the pool stage. Saracens...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Latest News

/ 2 years ago

Premiership previews: Round 12

After a two-week break for European action, the Premiership is all set for its final round of matches before the Six...

By Nick Powell

Six Nations

/ 2 years ago

Townsend: Important to strike right balance

By BRYN PALMER Gregor Townsend believes Ben White and Blair Kinghorn will become better players after experiencing French rugby but doesn’t...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Blindside - rugby transfers

/ 2 years ago

Gallagher set for Munster return

ON THE BLINDSIDE BY NEIL FISSLER Bath full-back/winger Matt Gallagher is in advanced talks with Munster about a return to Thomond...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Champions Cup

/ 2 years ago

Lynagh lets rip with stunning try double

By BRENDAN GALLAGHER Harlequins ....................... 47pts Tries: David 4, 64; Lynagh 24, 32; Care 47, Esterhuizen 58, Evans 72 Conversions: Smith...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Champions Cup

/ 2 years ago

‘Louis added so much at vital time’

Harlequins boss Billy Millard was thrilled with Louis Lynagh’s impact off the bench in their thumping win against Ulster on Saturday....

By The Rugby Paper Team

Latest News

/ 2 years ago

O’Mahony succeeds Sexton as captain in Ireland squad

Peter O’Mahony has taken over from Jonny Sexton as Ireland captain in Andy Farrell’s squad for the 2024 Six Nations. Flanker...

By Nick Powell

Champions Cup

/ 2 years ago

Bath produce brilliant comeback to confirm qualification

By TOM JEFFREYS Bath…………………………………………29 Tries: Du Toit 35, Barbeary 60, Cokanasiga 63, Muir 72 Conversions: Spencer 61, 64, 73 Penalties: Spencer...

By Nick Powell

United Rugby Championship

/ 2 years ago

Halaholo’s relief as he leaves troubles behind

Simon Thomas talks to Cardiff and Wales centre Willis Halaholo about his rollercoaster 12 months Willis Halaholo has five daughters, aged...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Blindside - rugby transfers

/ 2 years ago

De Glanville, Ewels in talks

Bath are in advanced discussions with Tom de Glanville and Charlie Ewels about remaining at The Rec when their contracts run...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Champions Cup

/ 2 years ago

Wizard Dupont casts his spell to steer Toulouse to emphatic victory

By JIM SHORT Ulster ................ 24pts Tries: Stewart 40, Addison 62, Timoney 69 Conversions: Doak 63, 70, Cooney 40 Penalty: Cooney...

By The Rugby Paper Team

James Harrington

/ 2 years ago

No rush to get Tuilagi involved

JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN Something of a big deal was made last week about the fact that, a matter of days...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Champions Cup

/ 2 years ago

Champions Cup round three Friday and Saturday preview

The 2023/24 Champions Cup resumes with an eagerly anticipated third round of pool-stage matches. English teams have performed exceptionally well up...

By Nick Powell

United Rugby Championship

/ 2 years ago

Teenager Morse is too good for Cardiff

By BEN JAYCOCK TEENAGE sensation Morgan Morse was the star of the show on New Year’s Day as the 18-year-old scored...

By The Rugby Paper Team

United Rugby Championship

/ 2 years ago

Dragons suffer Boxing Day drubbing at hands of Blues

By BEN JAYCOCK Kicking on: Tomos Williams scored twice for Cardiff PICTURES: Getty Images CARDIFF claimed their 18th league win in...

By The Rugby Paper Team

United Rugby Championship

/ 2 years ago

Ospreys on a mission as derby day Pt 2 gets ready to rumble

Preview ■ By BEN JAYCOCK FOLLOWING the intense rivalries on Boxing Day, another round of derbies are to take place on...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Peter Jackson

/ 2 years ago

Farewell to these fine men of rugby

Come hell or high water, The Grim Reaper never fails to take a day off from scything through his grisly business....

By The Rugby Paper Team

Brendan Gallagher

/ 2 years ago

Proud men who graced the game

Brendan Gallagher recalls the achievements of those from across the globe that the world of rugby lost in 2023 Sydney Millar...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Premiership

/ 2 years ago

Big Game is next in line for upbeat Dombrandt

By PAUL REES Alex Dombrandt will enjoy a rare break over Christmas before returning to drive Harlequins’ twin assaults on the...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Features

/ 2 years ago

It’s been incredible to be here for so long

Jon Newcombe catches up with Saracens DoR Mark McCall, who has been the boss since 2011 With his 13th calendar year...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Chris Hewett

/ 2 years ago

Gorging on a Christmas feast of non-stop rugby

CHRIS HEWETT Rugby has always been a game of Big Ideas: Carwyn James, the patron saint of Stradey Park, was a...

By The Rugby Paper Team

United Rugby Championship

/ 2 years ago

Cooney leads the revenge party

By JOHN FALLON Ulster .................20pts Tries: Warwick 2, Timoney 19 Conversions: Cooney 3, 20 Penalties: Cooney 51, 66 Connacht ..........19pts Josh...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Latest News

/ 2 years ago

Premiership previews: Round nine

After an enthralling fortnight of European rugby that showcased exceptional performances by English clubs, the Gallagher Premiership roars back into action....

By Nick Powell

Rugby Paper News

/ 2 years ago

Itoje and George Locked In for England, Guinness Extends Partnership

For all the fans anxious about Maro Itoje, the good news is that he is staying and will play the Six...

By Nick Powell

Latest News

/ 2 years ago

Russell: I’ve come here to win titles

By JON NEWCOMBE While Henry Arundell has chosen to stay at Racing 92 and turn down a move to Bath, Finn...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Premiership

/ 2 years ago

Ewers happy to take on new challenge

By MARK STEVENS For years the imposing figure of Dave Ewers made a habit of steamrollering his way around Premiership pitches...

By The Rugby Paper Team

Champions Cup

/ 2 years ago

Cardiff push Bath’s all-stars to the limit

By ROGER PANTING Cardiff .............................. 32pts Tries: Adams 4, 19; Hamer-Webb 37, Thomas 43 Conversions: de Beer 5, 20, 44 Penalties:...

By The Rugby Paper Team