Ollie Chessum reckons the mayhem of a Lions tour has persuaded him to take a more relaxed attitude with another Prem and international season looming. The post Ollie Chessum opts for relaxed approach appeared first on The Rugby Paper. [...]
Ollie Lawrence returned to the England fold this week for a three-day training camp after six months out with an Achilles injury. The post Ollie Lawrence back in running for England ahead of autumn Tests appeared first on The Rugby Paper. [...]
Pacific Nations Cup FIJI and Japan won their semi-finals convincingly to secure a place in today’s Pacific Nations Cup title decider – a repeat of the 2024 final. Fiji, ninth in the global rankings, saw off Canada 63-10, while world No.13 Japan beat Tonga 29-13. Brave Blossoms’ head coach Eddie Jones said before the tournament […] The post Fiji and Japan in final face-off appeared first on The Rugby Paper. [...]
By Peter Ryan “Oh, I don’t know where we’re going, but I know we’ll find our way.” In Old Man Grace, Scottish singer-songwriter Nathan Evans sings of life’s journey and the importance of treasuring each moment. For athletes, it is a familiar truth: the delicate balance between striving to prove themselves and pausing to savour […] The post Netherlands international Vikas Meijer’s journey into rugby union appeared first on The Rugby Paper. [...]
Steve Borthwick has restructured his England coaching team ahead of the Nations Series, with Lee Blackett joining from Bath as attack coach. The post England add Lee Blackett as attack coach appeared first on The Rugby Paper. [...]
Pacific Nations Cup TONGA take on Japan, and defending champions Fiji face Canada in the semi-finals today in Denver. Earlier in the day, Samoa and the USA will contest fifth place, with the added incentive of automatic qualification for the 2027 World Cup. Tonga have already secured RWC qualification following Samoa’s defeat to Fiji last […] The post Tonga gunning for final spot as they face Japan appeared first on The Rugby Paper. [...]
Fiji underlined their tournament dominance with a commanding 29-15 victory over Samoa in Rotorua, securing back-to-back wins and tightening their grip on top spot in Pool A. The contest opened at a frantic pace as Samoa, roared on by a strong Pacific crowd, struck first through Pita Anae-Ah Sue’s close-range effort inside three minutes. Rodney […] The post Fiji too good for Samoa as they look to retain Pacific Nations Cup crown appeared first on The Rugby Paper. [...]
Pacific Nations Cup ■By BEN JAYCOCK EDDIE Jones’ Japan opened their Pacific Nations Cup campaign in emphatic fashion, moving straight to the top of Pool B after dismantling Canada 57-15 in a record win. Ranked 11 places above Canada, the Brave Blossoms ran in seven second-half tries and scored 33 unanswered points in just 20 […] The post Canada can’t keep up with lively Japan appeared first on The Rugby Paper. [...]
This weekend’s matches are packed with high stakes and even higher intensity, as teams fight for knockout spots, World Cup qualification, and national pride. But beyond the final scores, it’s the head-to-head battles across the park that could shape the outcomes. Whether it’s centres trying to outmuscle each other, back-row players clashing over the gain […] The post Best Head-to-Head Matchups of the Weekend in the Women’s World Cup and Pacific Nations Cup appeared first on The Rugby Paper. [...]
A busy weekend of international rugby awaits, with storylines unfolding across both hemispheres. From the Women’s Rugby World Cup in England to the return of France’s Pro D2 and the next chapter of the Pacific Nations Cup, there’s no shortage of action to follow. The second round of the World Cup promises closer contests than […] The post Weekend Talking Points: Red Roses could break World Cup record against Samoa appeared first on The Rugby Paper. [...]
Tyler Ardron scored four tries to inspire Canada to a commanding 34–20 win over 2031 World Cup hosts, the USA, in their Pacific Nations Cup opener in Calgary. Canada started fast with Ardron crashing over early and completing a hat-trick before half-time. Fly-half Peter Nelson added a fifth try and kicked 14 points to seal […] The post Canada 34-20: Tyler Ardron goes over for four as Canada demolish USA in Pacific Nations Cup appeared first on The Rugby Paper. [...]
Steve Borthwick has named the 25 players awarded enhanced Elite Player Squad (EPS) contracts for the 2025/26 season, marking a key moment in England’s preparations for the next international cycle. Drawn from the wider 50-player EPS group, this core selection will receive increased support and access to national team resources under the Men’s Professional Game […] The post England’s Elite Player Squad Analysis: Eight new names including Henry Pollock and Tom Willis appeared first on The Rugby Paper. [...]
INTERNATIONAL RUGBY NEWS
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England's Meg Jones: From personal heartbreak to inspiring a generation
Source: ESPN Published on 2025-09-26
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Megan Jones has come through unemployment and the grief of losing her parents... now she's ready to be the best women's player on the planet and help England to World Cup glory
Source: Daily Mail Published on 2025-09-26
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England women's rugby stars set for World Cup Final team talk by ENTIRE NATION
Source: The Mirror Published on 2025-09-26
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How to watch Rugby Championship 2025: TV & streaming guide
Source: Rugby World Published on 2025-09-26
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Women's Rugby World Cup final: Canada coach confident to cause England upset
Source: ESPN Published on 2025-09-26
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Sale 27-10 Gloucester: Nathan Jibulu impressed on debut in compelling case for more Thursday night fixtures
Source: Daily Mail Published on 2025-09-26
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SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: The six things I can't wait to see this season - why England are primed to take next step to World Cup glory, who I think can win the most competitive Premiership in years and my big fears over rebel R360 league
Source: Daily Mail Published on 2025-09-25
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How to watch URC rugby: TV channels, live streams for 2025/26 season
Source: Rugby World Published on 2025-09-25
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Schmidt puts Wallabies on notice over horror starts as Bledisloe pressure ramps up
Source: The Roar Published on 2025-09-25
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Women's Rugby World Cup final: England stand on verge of rugby immortality
Source: ESPN Published on 2025-09-25
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John Mitchell insists lessons learned from England's men's World Cup final defeat in 2019 can help guide Red Roses to women's global glory
Source: Daily Mail Published on 2025-09-25
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South Africa vs Argentina - All to play for in Springboks' final home Test of 2025
Source: ESPN Published on 2025-09-25
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New contracts for Scotland women's team ... but NO apology from Scottish Rugby for disruption caused to players before World Cup
Source: Daily Mail Published on 2025-09-25
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Schmidt’s work with the Wallabies has been great, but it won’t be enough on its own
Source: The Roar Published on 2025-09-25
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'I'm glad it's behind me now': Former England prop Paul Hill
Source: Rugby Pass Published on 2025-09-25
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Mitchell insists his previous final defeat can help England to Rugby World Cup glory
Source: The Guardian Published on 2025-09-25
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John Mitchell on England’s ‘outstanding’ World Cup Final opponent
Source: Rugby Pass Published on 2025-09-25
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Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 Q&A: Why England are favourites; players to watch
Source: ESPN Published on 2025-09-25
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Confident Canada aim to ‘burst’ England aura in Women’s Rugby World Cup final
Source: The Guardian Published on 2025-09-25
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'Scottish Rugby's blue-sky thinking fine, but execution everything'
Source: BBC Published on 2025-09-25
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BBC commentators and pundits give their views on whether England or Canada will win the Women's Rugby World Cup final at Twickenham on Saturday. [...]
England's players will be fully focused on their game when they take on Canada in Saturday's Women's Rugby World Cup final - but they know what it's like to combine sport with a full-time job. [...]
Ellie Kildunne went from not having a rugby club to playing for England in four years. A World Cup win would confirm the sport's new superstar. [...]
Former England captain Jo Yapp says the Red Roses face an "extremely challenging" Canada side in Saturday's Rugby World Cup final at Twickenham. [...]
What key battles do England need to win in order to beat Canada and lift the Women's Rugby World Cup at Twickenham on Saturday? [...]
As Wales' professional sides prepare for a new campaign, they have to wonder whether the 2025-26 season will be their final one - so how are the four regions coping? [...]
How will Edinburgh and Glasgow fare in the new United Rugby Championship season? [...]
Ahead of the World Cup final, England head coach John Mitchell answers questions from his own players as they aim to find out anything and everything about the man who leads them. [...]
Former international rugby union referee JP Doyle answers your questions about officiating before the Women's Rugby World Cup final. [...]
England's Meg Jones explains how losing her parents to cancer and alcoholism has given her a new perspective on life, which has helped to drive her forward in the Red Roses' run to the Women's Rugby World Cup final. [...]
Before Saturday's Women's Rugby World Cup final against Canada, England captain Zoe Aldcroft explains how key the home crowd at Twickenham could be in helping England win the trophy. [...]
England players remember the closing moments of the 2021 World Cup final, played in November 2022, as a late stolen lineout gave New Zealand victory on home soil. [...]
Hear from Meg Jones and John Mitchell as Ugo, Sara and Claire preview the World Cup final [...]
England and Canada meet on Saturday in the Women's Rugby World Cup final at Twickenham. Here's everything you need to know. [...]
England and Canada name unchanged teams for the Women's Rugby World Cup final on Saturday at Twickenham. [...]
