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• Feyi-Waboso is truly world class

  02-08-2026 04:59 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  KYRAN BRACKEN ENGLAND are heading in the right direction. Three matches, two wins and one defeat is not a perfect return, but I think the overall picture is encouraging. The loss against South Africa was disappointing but the performances in the other two Nations Championship games showed genuine progress. The victory over Argentina was particularly […]
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• Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry explained: Why are the All Blacks and Springboks such fierce rivals?

  11-08-2026 16:06 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Everything you need to know about Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry as the All Blacks and Springboks renew their historic rivalry with a four-Test series in 2026.
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• Could Rugby Become Gambling’s Next Big Sponsorship Market?

  11-08-2026 15:55 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  The Premier League’s front-of-shirt gambling sponsorship era is over, but the money behind it has not disappeared. From the 2026/27 season, clubs can no longer carry gambling companies across the front of their matchday shirts following the voluntary agreement reached by Premier League clubs in April 2023. Gambling brands can still advertise elsewhere in football, […]
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• Ulster captain Henderson to miss start of season

  11-08-2026 15:38 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Ulster captain Iain Henderson will miss several months of the new season after hip surgery during the summer.
  
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• Bath in 'serious discussions' to play in Reading

  11-08-2026 13:50 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Reading owner Rob Couhig says the club have had "serious discussions" with Bath about the Prem Rugby club playing at their stadium.
  
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• When the betting slips meet the breakdown – how serious fans now bet on rugby

  11-08-2026 13:35 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Followers of The Rugby Paper tend to watch a match in a different way from the casual supporter. They track the tactical battle: how quickly the ball is recycled, where the kick pressure is applied, which side is winning the collision zone. Those habits translate almost perfectly into betting, because rugby is a sport where […]
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• When The Ball Clears The Ruck – How Serious Rugby Fans Can Bet Smarter With Stake

  11-08-2026 13:30 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Rugby has always rewarded the watcher who looks past the scoreline. The same is true of betting. The numbers on the board are only the surface. Underneath sit structure, intent and pressure, and that is where the real opportunities live for anyone who wants to back their rugby knowledge with a stake. With online sportsbooks […]
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• Prem champions Saints name Henry as defence coach

  11-08-2026 13:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Northampton Saints name Jim Henry as their new defence coach following the departure of Lee Radford.
  
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• Gloucester decide against Villa Park return

  10-08-2026 23:42 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Gloucester Rugby confirm they will not be returning to Villa Park to face Leicester Tigers in the Prem next season.
  
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• Neumann back in Wales' extended WXV training squad

  10-08-2026 14:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Wing Lisa Neumann returns from injury as head coach Sean Lynn names 14 uncapped players in a 46-strong squad preparing for four autumn Tests.
  
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• Gabby Logan's son ditched England for major rivals but could switch back

  10-08-2026 11:29 via express.co.uk
  The son of the television presenter has raised eyebrows.
  
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• Giants score seven to edge past winless Raiders

  09-08-2026 17:23 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A second half Barrow comeback was not enough, as the Huddersfield Giants claim their first win in the Women's Super League Shield.
  
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• Hull KR maintain play-off form with Castleford win

  09-08-2026 15:59 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Watch highlights as Hull KR defeat Castleford Tigers to move up to fourth in the Super League table.
  
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• Hull KR go fourth with huge win at troubled Tigers

  09-08-2026 15:59 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Hull KR run in six second-half tries as they condemn Castleford Tigers to defeat in their first match without head coach Ryan Carr.
  
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• Warrington pull off ruthless win over Bradford

  09-08-2026 15:51 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Watch highlights as Warrington Wolves keep up their hopes of finishing in Super League's top two with a ruthless win over Bradford Bulls.
  
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• Ruthless Wire crush Bulls to go fourth

  09-08-2026 15:47 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Warrington keep alive their outside hopes of a top-two finish with a ruthless 42-4 victory against struggling Bradford Bulls at Odsal.
  
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• Wigan go second with thumping win over Toulouse

  09-08-2026 15:35 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Watch highlights as Wigan Warriors make it 11 wins from 11 as they beat Toulouse Olympique in Super League.
  
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• Eight-try Wigan thump Toulouse to move into second

  09-08-2026 15:32 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Try-machine Zach Eckersley and Liam Marshall both score twice as Wigan Warriors beat Toulouse Olympique 48-18 to go second in Super League.
  
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• Leeds edge out Wakefield in clash at the top

  09-08-2026 15:17 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Watch highlights as Leeds Rhinos edge out Wakefield Trinity with a late narrow win in a thrilling top-of-the-table Super League fixture.
  
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• Leigh keep up play-off hopes with York victory

  09-08-2026 15:16 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Watch highlights as Leigh Leopards bolster their Super League play-off hopes with victory against York Knights.
  
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• Huddersfield beat Catalans for three wins in a row

  09-08-2026 15:16 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Watch highlights as Huddersfield Giants make it three Super League wins in a row as they defeat Catalans Dragons.
  
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• Huddersfield thrash Catalans to mark Dewsbury move

  09-08-2026 15:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Huddersfield Giants celebrate the announcement of their move to Dewsbury from next season by thrashing Catalans Dragons.
  
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• Leeds fight back to beat Wakefield in top-two thriller

  09-08-2026 14:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Leeds Rhinos edge a thrilling top-of-the-table clash against Wakefield Trinity 24-22 to move four points clear in Super League.
  
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• Catalans' Makinson to retire at end of season

  09-08-2026 14:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Catalans Dragons winger Tommy Makinson announces he will retire at the end of the season.
  
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• Leigh beat York despite Bennison hat-trick

  09-08-2026 14:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Leigh score four tries to beat York and boost their Super League play-off hopes despite Joe Bennison’s hat-trick for the Knights.
  
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• George Kruis backs Courtney Lawes for England’s 2027 World Cup push

  09-08-2026 05:45 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  George Kruis believes Courtney Lawes could play a key role in England’s 2027 Rugby World Cup campaign after being impressed by Steve Borthwick’s side.
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• Jonathan Davies: England should pair up Ollie Lawrence and Henry Slade at centre

  09-08-2026 05:30 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  The former Wales centre believes England’s midfield could benefit from greater continuity, while questioning whether Steve Borthwick is allowing his coaches enough freedom to improve the attack.
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• Peter Winterbottom: Time to find out what Henry Pollock can do from the start as England’s No.8

  09-08-2026 05:01 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  The former England, Lions and Harlequins flanker believes Henry Pollock has done enough to earn a starting role at No.8, while urging Steve Borthwick to settle on his best combinations and address England’s disciplinary problems.
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• Kruis puts his faith in Lawes for World Cup

  09-08-2026 05:00 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  ■By ADAM HATHAWAY GEORGE Kruis likes what he is seeing from England and insists they have the potential to go deep in next year’s World Cup – just like his vintage did in 2019. And the former second row believes Courtney Lawes – who is back in the international reckoning – could play a role […]
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• Will Trenholm is on a mission to build on Gloucester breakthrough

  09-08-2026 04:59 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  After fearing his professional career was at a crossroads, Will Trenholm found a new home at Gloucester and is determined to build on a breakthrough first season.
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