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I’m no fan of World League agenda

16 July 2023 0 comments

JEFF PROBYN A FRONT ROW VIEW OF THE GAME Am I the only one that thinks that the idea of the new World League competition […]

Series 2, Episode 27: Unity through rugby with Trevor Ringland

13 July 2023 0 comments

On this week’s edition of the podcast former Ulster, Ireland and British and Irish Lions winger Trevor Ringland MBE discusses playing for an Ulster team […]

Prem and URC to make October starts

12 July 2023 0 comments

The Premiership and United Rugby Championship (URC) will both start in October for the upcoming season, with each of their finals taking place in June. […]

Kiss favourite for Reds

9 July 2023 0 comments

ON THE BLINDSIDE NEIL FISSLER Former London Irish boss Les Kiss has emerged as the clear favourite to replace former All Blacks star Brad Thorn […]

When Johnno’s Dad’s Army had one last hurrah

9 July 2023 0 comments

There are those, and I would be one, who still consider RWC2003 the best run and most enjoyable tournament to date although 2007 ran it […]

RFU needs to strike the right financial balance

2 July 2023 0 comments

JEFF PROBYN A FRONT ROW VIEW OF THE GAME EARLIER this week, the RFU president Nigel Gillingham, sent out a newsletter outlining many of the […]

Five Falcons are chosen in Argentina squad

2 July 2023 0 comments

Named: Mateo Carreras FIVE Newcastle Falcons have been named in Argentina’s training squad as they prepare for the upcoming Rugby Championship and Rugby World Cup. […]

“What we prepared for was way off” – O’Kelly on Ireland’s doomed RWC 2007

29 June 2023 0 comments

Malcolm O’Kelly has revealed why Ireland‘s last World Cup in France was such a disastrous campaign, but is confident such problems will not affect Ireland […]

Foster mixes it up with experience and youth

25 June 2023 0 comments

New Zealand have named five debutants in a 36-man squad for the upcoming Rugby Championship. The squad is a mixture of experience and youth and […]

2023 – Can it change the sport of Rugby? What’s missing?

18 June 2023 0 comments

As the most celebrated event in the oval ball sport comes closer with the Rugby World Cup 2023 in France, we stumble across a crucial […]

Samoan underdogs and an Australian masterclass stole the show in ’91

18 June 2023 0 comments

The Rugby World Cup really started to hit its stride in 1991, scaling up from the inaugural event in 1987 in terms of spectacle and […]

2018 Breakthrough Player of the Year Aphiwe Dyantyi to make Sharks return

13 June 2023 0 comments

The Sharks have signed 28-year-old former World Rugby Breakthrough Player of the Year Aphiwe Dyantyi for the upcoming URC season after more than four years […]

Enhanced deals for England women

11 June 2023 0 comments

By BEN JAYCOCK The RFU has handed out new three-year contracts to England’s senior women players, that will cover the 2025 home World Cup. The […]

Gatland releases Carre after he fails to hit targets

4 June 2023 0 comments

Cardiff prop Rhys Carre has been released from Wales’ World Cup training squad having “failed to meet individual performance targets”. “Rhys Carre has been released […]

Young Guns: Bath & England U20s fly-half/full-back Sam Harris

21 May 2023 0 comments

Sam Harris was delighted with his match-winning conversion for England U19s earlier this month, but is keeping his feet firmly on the ground as he […]

Barnes fears impact of social media on grassroots referees

17 May 2023 0 comments

Wayne Barnes believes that ignoring social media is the best way for referees to operate, but is also concerned that online abuse is affecting the […]

Cueto: Ashy has been incredible. He had it all

14 May 2023 0 comments

News By NICK POWELL MARK Cueto has paid tribute to soon-to-retire winger Chris Ashton, and his unique ability to finish off opportunities. Cueto and Ashton […]

Ashton one of the greats – Cueto

12 May 2023 0 comments

Mark Cueto has paid tribute to former international teammate and soon-to-retire winger Chris Ashton, and his unique ability to finish off opportunities. Cueto and Ashton […]

Boost for finances as recovery continues

7 May 2023 0 comments

JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN THE Commission des Championnats professionnels de l’Autorité de régulation du rugby – the new name for the financial auditors of the […]

Biggest Bets on Rugby

5 May 2023 0 comments

The sport of Rugby is one of high intensity that requires a high degree of strategy, skill and physical prowess. It comes as no surprise […]

Mitchell to succeed Middleton as Red Roses boss

4 May 2023 0 comments

The RFU has confirmed the appointment of John Mitchell as Simon Middleton’s successor as coach of the England women‘s team. Mitchell, 59, will take over […]

Where could rugby improve its appeal and revenue streams?

2 May 2023 0 comments

Rugby as a sport is not one that commands the attention of major brands outside of the leading international sides. Apart from those top teams […]

Rugby World Cup 2023: The ultimate guide for rugby fans

1 May 2023 0 comments

The Rugby World Cup 2023 is coming to France in less than a year, and it promises to be a spectacular showcase of the best […]

Red Roses and Les Bleues prepare for Twickenham slam decider

28 April 2023 0 comments

For a third consecutive year, the outcome of England vs France will be the final and deciding match of the women’s Six Nations. And, like […]

Premiership-Championship Cup confirmed

24 April 2023 0 comments

The addition of Championship teams to the Premiership Rugby Cup, first reported in The Rugby Paper on 9th April, has been confirmed by Premiership Rugby, […]

Hogg, 30, announces shock retirement

27 March 2023 0 comments

Stuart Hogg has stunned the rugby world by announcing his intention to retire after this year’s Rugby World Cup. Hogg made his Scotland debut against […]

Most-capped player Hunter announces retirement

21 March 2023 0 comments

Red Roses captain Sarah Hunter will retire after Saturday’s Six Nations opener against Scotland, bringing to an end a 19-year playing career in the sport. […]

Hansen: Weight of expectation could be Ireland’s toughest Rugby World Cup opponent

20 March 2023 1 comment

With unbeaten Six Nations and Autumn Nations campaigns and a series victory in New Zealand under their belts inside the last 12 months, there’s no […]

Pete Altham: Fylde’s deaf rugby player

2 March 2023 0 comments

Meet Pete Altham, a deaf PE teacher who is not letting his condition stop him from playing the sport he loves at Fylde Rugby Club. […]

Why is rugby not a more popular sport in the world?

28 February 2023 1 comment

After watching a thriller of a rugby match, you might wonder why it’s not a more popular sport worldwide. Even though rugby has more than […]

Jones in sensational Australia appointment

16 January 2023 0 comments

Eddie Jones has been appointed as Australia‘s head coach with immediate effect, with Dave Rennie sacked to make way for the former England boss. Jones, […]

Moody defiant in battle against brain tumours

12 January 2023 0 comments

Lewis Moody shared the inspiration and goals of his charity as they continue their goal of raising awareness in the fight against brain tumours, speaking […]

Davidson makes history in Scarlets vs Cheetahs

12 January 2023 0 comments

Scotland‘s Hollie Davidson is set to lead the first ever all-female officiating team in a men’s European rugby match this Friday. The 30-year-old will be […]

What to expect from Guinness Six Nations hospitality experiences at Twickenham Stadium

10 January 2023 0 comments

The 2023 Guinness Six Nations is a historic tournament globally recognised for its rivalries and passionate supporters. It is hard to discuss the Guinness Six […]

Are the Springboks on course to defend their World Cup crown in 2023?

7 January 2023 0 comments

As 2022 draws to an end, we’ve seen significant changes take place in international rugby, and with a World Cup on the horizon in 2023, […]

Host Cities Guide: Rugby World Cup 2023 locations

28 December 2022 1 comment

If you’re attending the 2023 rugby world cup it is set to be an absolute corker. The best bookmaker bonuses are already available to predict […]

Scotland offer pro contracts to 28

18 December 2022 0 comments

Scottish Rugby have announced 11-month professional contracts for 28 female players. Jade Konkel-Roberts, 29, became the organisation’s first professional female player in 2016 and the […]

Conviction that spells the end for Laporte

18 December 2022 0 comments

JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN Bernard Laporte’s future as president of French rugby’s governing body has to be untenable after he was found guilty of corruption […]

Crowley still hoping Odogwu will play for Italy

11 December 2022 1 comment

By JON NEWCOMBE Wanted: Paolo Odogwu and Kieran Crowley, below Italy head coach Kieran Crowley hasn’t yet conceded defeat in his bid to try and […]

Now Chiefs are fighting to keep Cowan-Dickie

27 November 2022 0 comments

ON THE BLINDSIDE BY NEILFISSLER Off to France? Luke Cowan-Dickie Below, Jack Nowell Exeter Chiefs are fighting to keep hold of England and Lions hooker […]

Pressure on Pivac as Wales humbled

20 November 2022 2 comments

Pivac: I’m focused on building towards World Cup Wayne Pivac remains confident he is still the man to lead Wales to the Rugby World Cup […]

Eagles fail to keep the American dream alive

20 November 2022 2 comments

I’M so thrilled for Portugal that they managed to book their place at next year’s World Cup – but USA’s failure to qualify is a […]

Farrell is best I played with – Robshaw

18 November 2022 0 comments

Chris Robshaw has revealed that he believes Owen Farrell is the best player he played with during his illustrious career, speaking on The Rugby Paper Podcast. […]

Women’s World Cup final preview: Kildunne in for favourites England

11 November 2022 0 comments

Saturday will see the playing of the ninth women’s Rugby World Cup final, and with two somewhat unsurprising teams as the cast. Of the 18 […]

England change five for must-win Japan clash

11 November 2022 0 comments

Eddie Jones has switched a third of the starting XV that lost to Argentina last week as he looks to earn a job-salvaging win against […]

Episode 39 with Sadia Kabeya

9 November 2022 0 comments

Semi-final Saturday of the Women’s Rugby World Cup was a blockbuster occasion as the Red Roses and Black Ferns came out victorious after their titanic […]

Joe Marler to return for The Barbarians

20 October 2022 0 comments

One of the most popular Barbarians of recent years is set to make a stunning return in the Black and White as Harlequins’ Joe Marler […]

Canada ready for Italian challenge

16 October 2022 0 comments

Preview Italy v Canada @therugby Today. 12.45 am CANADA will be looking to strengthen their World Cup title credentials as they take on a resurgent […]

Happy it’s Hunter who will take on my baton

16 October 2022 0 comments

ROCKY CLARK WORLD CUP WINNER Captain marvel: Sarah Hunter Influential: Marlie Packer What an encounter! It promised to be special and it didn’t disappoint. Two […]

One-sided victories no good for anyone

9 October 2022 1 comment

CHRIS HEWETT GUEST COLUMNIST THE basic mix of marketing ingredients for sporting World Cups is one part exaggeration to three parts hyperbole – afact widely […]

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