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/ 2 years agoSeries 3, Episode 5: Argentina’s World Cup prospects and Farrell and Vunipola bans with Marcelo Bosch
Following their respective suspensions, Billy Vunipola and Owen Farrell will miss the start of the World Cup this year as England‘s...
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/ 2 years agoInjured Watson out of World Cup
England winger Anthony Watson has been ruled out of the Rugby World Cup after sustaining a calf injury in last weekend’s...
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/ 2 years agoWainiqolo: ‘We can’t wait to face England’
Fijian winger Jiuta Wainiqolo says his side are relishing the chance to face England this Saturday and put right some of...
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/ 2 years agoSkipper Lawes makes 100th appearance as May returns
Courtney Lawes will captain the England team against Fiji as he becomes only the fifth English player to reach 100 test...
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/ 2 years agoVunipola out of Argentina with ban
Billy Vunipola has joined Saracens teammate Owen Farrell with a ban that will rule him out of playing against Argentina in...
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/ 2 years agoEngland captain Farrell banned for Argentina and Japan matches at World Cup
Owen Farrell will miss England‘s first two World Cup games after a World Rugby appeal successfully overturned the Independent Judicial Committee...
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/ 2 years agoMorgan and Lake named co-captains as Wales reveal World Cup squad
Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake have been named as co-captains as Wales confirmed their 33-man squad for the Rugby World Cup....
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Rugby Paper News
/ 2 years agoThe “Luckiest” Six Nations Stadiums for UK Rugby Teams
Luck is often mentioned as an intangible factor that can influence success in sports, alongside skill, strategy, and athletic ability. The...
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Rugby Paper News
/ 2 years agoContemporary Rivalries Between Rugby Teams And Analyzing Some Of The Greatest Matches Played
On a spring afternoon in 1871, Scotland hosted England and scribbled the game of Rugby into sporting existence. The 4,000 supporters...
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/ 2 years agoWhat’s in The Rugby Paper this Sunday (20/08/23)
As the summer of warm-up games continues, we’ll have all the action as England travel to Ireland and Wales host South Africa in...
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/ 2 years agoCampese: Union and League are swapping sports
Australian legend David Campese is concerned that rugby union is starting to mimic traditional rugby league and is a poorer sport...
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/ 2 years agoIreland and England name strong teams for crucial warm-up clash
Ireland and England have both named strong sides in what is set to be the best indicator of the progress they...
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/ 2 years agoNew twist in Farrell tackle saga as World Rugby launch appeal
World Rugby have lodged an appeal against Tuesday’s independent judicial committee (IJC) decision to rescind Owen Farrell‘s red card for a...
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/ 2 years agoJones labels press conference ‘worst ever’ in airport rant
Australia coach Eddie Jones criticised the media in a press conference at Sydney Airport before heading off to France for the...
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Club Rugby
/ 2 years agoCanterbury unveil purple speed infinite elite pack
Off the back of the launch of the Speed Infinite Elite boot, which at 217 grams, is Canterbury‘s lightest rugby boot...
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Club Rugby
/ 2 years agoDerby Rugby legend remembered at charity match this Sunday
A charity rugby match is being held this Sunday in memory of a former player and inspiring coach at Derby Rugby...
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/ 2 years agoSeries 3, Episode 4: Australia’s World Cup prospects and Owen Farrell’s red card with David Campese
The Rugby World Cup 2023 draws ever closer and following another weekend of preparation fixtures, things are hotting up. Eddie Jones...
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/ 2 years agoSuperb Bracken hat-trick gives England another thumping win
England U18s 76-15 Western Province XV U18s Jack Bracken’s second-half hat-trick England continued their free-scoring tour of South Africa as they...
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/ 2 years agoFarrell red card overturned in shock ruling
Owen Farrell‘s red card from Saturday’s win against Wales has been overturned, clearing him to play from the start of the...
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/ 2 years agoVan Poortvliet and Ntamack out of World Cup
England’s first choice scrum-half Jack Van Poortvliet and France‘s first choice fly-half Romain Ntamack have both been ruled out of the...
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/ 2 years agoEngland youngsters hammer France
England U18s 41-0 France U18s England scored seven unanswered tries to blow France away and win their opening match of the...
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/ 2 years agoIn The Rugby Paper this Sunday (13/08/23)
England look to have fielded their strongest team ahead of a crucial World Cup warm-up against Wales, and you can find...
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Rugby World Cup
/ 2 years agoPlaying in both hemispheres helps Springboks – Le Roux
1995 Rugby World Cup winner Hennie Le Roux feels South Africa have had the best of both worlds in having their...
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/ 2 years agoFired-up France name strong team as Ritchie returns for Scotland
France have made 13 changes to the team who were stunned in Scotland last week, as this week’s visitors welcome back...
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/ 2 years agoEngland go strong and Wales experiment as 26 changes made for Twickenham clash
England have named an experienced side as they make 11 changes for their game against Wales this Saturday, with their opposition...
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Rugby World Cup
/ 2 years agoEsterhuizen in for injured Am in South Africa World Cup Squad
Harlequins centre Andre Esterhuizen has been named ahead of the injured Lukhanyo Am in the Rugby World Cup squad for reigning...
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Guest Blogs
/ 2 years agoIs JackpotCity online casino legit in NZ?
It can be quite challenging to find a high-quality, reliable, and exciting casino, considering the overwhelming number of online clubs available....
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/ 2 years agoSeries 3, Episode 3: South Africa’s World Cup prospects with Hennie Le Roux and England release World Cup squad
Continuing our review series of the major nations in the lead-up to the World Cup later this year in France, today...
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/ 2 years agoVunipola beats Dombrandt as only eight in England squad
Billy Vunipola beat Alex Dombrandt to the sole specialist number eight spot in England’s Rugby World Cup squad as Henry Slade...
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English Championship
/ 2 years agoCov sign up new talent to fill academy void
Coventry Rugby have stepped in to prevent the career hopes of aspiring teenage rugby players in the West Midlands being dashed...
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/ 2 years agoSeries 3, Episode 2: Ireland’s World Cup Prospects with Willie Anderson
As we continue our overview of how the major nations are shaping up for the World Cup in France later this...
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/ 2 years agoWhat’s in The Rugby Paper: 30/07/23
At last the World Cup warm-up matches are getting underway after a long summer of build-up, and you can find reports...
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/ 2 years agoAllan desperate to be starter at 10 for Italy
Tommaso Allan agrees his Italian side will have a tough job to get out of Pool A in the Rugby World...
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/ 2 years agoThe Rugby Championship final round preview
A resurgent New Zealand are overwhelming favourites to retain The Rugby Championship and Bledisloe Cup, but Eddie Jones‘ Australia will be...
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/ 2 years agoDarge in charge as Scotland take on Italy
By Nick Powell, Online Editor Rory Darge will captain Scotland as they get their World Cup warm-up campaign underway against Italy...
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Rugby Paper News
/ 2 years agoAll Blacks are favourites for the Rugby World Cup, but can France clinch the Webb Ellis Cup?
The 2023 Rugby World Cup is just around the corner, with the tenth edition of rugby’s most prestigious competition kicking off...
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Rugby Paper News
/ 2 years agoIntegration of Sports Themes in Casino Games: A Win-Win in the Gaming World
In recent years, the integration of sports themes in casino games has become a popular trend. The intersection of the exhilarating...
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/ 2 years agoSeries 3, Episode 1: Italy’s World Cup prospects with Tommy Allan
The Rugby Paper Podcast has officially entered its third season as we begin the run-up to the 2023 World Cup. The...
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/ 2 years agoYoung leaves Cardiff following investigation
Dai Young has left Cardiff Rugby despite being cleared after an independent investigation into bullying allegations against him. Young was suspended...
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Rugby Paper News
/ 2 years agoA History of Rugby and Gambling Over the Years
Rugby is an iconic British sport that has remained a huge part of the culture. On top of this, there’s also...
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/ 2 years agoWhat’s in The Rugby Paper: 23/07/23
It’s been another busy week in rugby news despite preparation fixtures for the Rugby World Cup still a few weeks away,...
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British and Irish Lions
/ 2 years agoLions 2025 schedule released including game against Australia-New Zealand XV
The British and Irish Lions have confirmed their schedule for their 2025 tour of Australia, including a match against a joint...
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/ 2 years agoSmith signs new Quins contract
Marcus Smith has signed a new contract extension with Harlequins that will see him stay at The Stoop beyond the end...
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/ 2 years agoNo Six Nations overlap as Premiership Fixtures released
Champions Saracens will head to Exeter Chiefs in the opening round of a Premiership season that will see no games clash...
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Champions Cup
/ 2 years agoSexton escapes World Cup punishment in hearing
Johnny Sexton has been handed a three-match ban for his conduct after the European Champions Cup Final but will be available...
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Rugby Paper News
/ 2 years agoWorld Tens Series Rugby: A Game-Changing Spectacle for Rugby Enthusiasts
The World Tens Series has introduced a rugby union tournament that is contested by professional clubs from around the world. The...
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Guest Blogs
/ 2 years agoA Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the World of Rugby on TV in the UK
Rugby is among the most prevalent sports in the UK, with many fans viewing the sport on TV weekly. However, if...
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/ 2 years agoSeries 2, Episode 27: Unity through rugby with Trevor Ringland
On this week’s edition of the podcast former Ulster, Ireland and British and Irish Lions winger Trevor Ringland MBE discusses playing...
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/ 2 years agoPrem and URC to make October starts
The Premiership and United Rugby Championship (URC) will both start in October for the upcoming season, with each of their finals...
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Blindside - rugby transfers
/ 2 years agoDragons get their man
The Dragons have won a three-way battle royale to land Ospreys full-back Cai Evans, who was named in Warren Gatland’s World...
United Rugby Championship
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