<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Rugby - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Rugby news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your favorite sport!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:21:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Ireland head coach Andy Farrell excited about the future after signing new deal to 2031]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andy Farrell has signed a contract extension to remain as Ireland head coach until the conclusion of the 2031 World Cup.<br />
The post Ireland head coach Andy Farrell excited about the future after signing new deal to 2031 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-head-coach-andy-farrell-excited-about-the-future-after-signing-new-deal-to-2031/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-head-coach-andy-farrell-excited-about-the-future-after-signing-new-deal-to-2031/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Feyi-Waboso to have surgery on facial injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso could miss the rest of the Prem season after undergoing surgery for a facial injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/feyi-waboso-to-have-surgery-on-facial-injury/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/feyi-waboso-to-have-surgery-on-facial-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cornwall's Shepherd ready for 'magical' Twickenham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Long-serving Cornwall back Matt Shepherd says returning to Twickenham for the eighth time is still as 'magical' as his first game there.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cornwalls-shepherd-ready-for-magical-twickenham/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cornwalls-shepherd-ready-for-magical-twickenham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lam laments Bristol Bears' injury-hit season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Director of rugby Pat Lam has labelled some of the injuries sustained his side this Prem Rugby season as "freakish" and "unlikely"]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lam-laments-bristol-bears-injury-hit-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lam-laments-bristol-bears-injury-hit-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bulls once again in Glasgow's path to URC glory]]></title><description><![CDATA[In-form Bulls stand in the way at Murrayfield as Glasgow Warriors bid for a place in the URC final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bulls-once-again-in-glasgows-path-to-urc-glory/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bulls-once-again-in-glasgows-path-to-urc-glory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farrell signs new Ireland deal to 2031]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland men's head coach Andy Farrell signs a new contract with the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) until 2031.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/farrell-signs-new-ireland-deal-to-2031/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/farrell-signs-new-ireland-deal-to-2031/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuttosi among seven players to leave Exeter Chiefs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Long-serving hooker Emily Tuttosi is among seven players who will leave Exeter Chiefs Women at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tuttosi-among-seven-players-to-leave-exeter-chiefs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tuttosi-among-seven-players-to-leave-exeter-chiefs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter’s Baxter ready for one last battle with Saracens’ McCall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter boss Rob Baxter reflects on the chance to renew his rivalry with Saracens' Mark McCall for one final time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeters-baxter-ready-for-one-last-battle-with-saracens-mccall/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeters-baxter-ready-for-one-last-battle-with-saracens-mccall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leeds extend Super League lead with St Helens win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leeds Rhinos extend their lead at the top of the Super League table as they edge out an entertaining battle with St Helens at Headingley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leeds-extend-super-league-lead-with-st-helens-win/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leeds-extend-super-league-lead-with-st-helens-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Drop me a message' - Kildunne open to offers after Quins exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[England star Ellie Kildunne says she did not want or plan to leave Harlequins and does not know where she will play her rugby next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/drop-me-a-message-kildunne-open-to-offers-after-quins-exit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/drop-me-a-message-kildunne-open-to-offers-after-quins-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wakefield sign St George forward Guler from 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wakefield Trinity sign forward Emre Guler from NRL side St George Illawarra Dragons on a three-year deal from next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wakefield-sign-st-george-forward-guler-from-2027/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wakefield-sign-st-george-forward-guler-from-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Play-off win welcome end to unique season - Vaughan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester chief executive Stephen Vaughan says winning the Champ was a bonus in a "unique season".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/play-off-win-welcome-end-to-unique-season-vaughan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/play-off-win-welcome-end-to-unique-season-vaughan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Rugby Paper Roundup: Play off chaos! Exeter Chiefs v Saracens Prem shootout + URC semi finals]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this week&rsquo;s episode of The Rugby Paper Roundup, Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by TRP writer Chris Collyer to preview a huge weekend of club rugby as the Prem regular season reaches its climax and the URC semi-finals take centre stage.The post New Rugby Paper Roundup: Play off chaos! Exeter Chiefs v Saracens Prem shootout + URC semi finals appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-rugby-paper-roundup-play-off-chaos-exeter-chiefs-v-saracens-prem-shootout-urc-semi-finals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-rugby-paper-roundup-play-off-chaos-exeter-chiefs-v-saracens-prem-shootout-urc-semi-finals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RFU council member punished for post about Alphonsi]]></title><description><![CDATA[A member of the RFU council has been stripped of perks of his position for seven months &ndash; including tickets to England games, free meals and travel expenses &ndash; after posting discriminatory criticism.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rfu-council-member-punished-for-post-about-alphonsi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rfu-council-member-punished-for-post-about-alphonsi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lawday among 13 players to leave Harlequins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harlequins back row Tom Lawday will leave at the end of the season after seven years at the club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lawday-among-13-players-to-leave-harlequins/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lawday-among-13-players-to-leave-harlequins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull KR loan out Whitehead and sign teenager Holden]]></title><description><![CDATA[Championship side Doncaster sign Hull Kingston Rovers forward Tom Whitehead for the rest of the season, while Flynn Holden joins the Robins from Warrington Wolves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-kr-loan-out-whitehead-and-sign-teenager-holden/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-kr-loan-out-whitehead-and-sign-teenager-holden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Ireland and Lions back row Slattery dies aged 77]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blackrock College announce the death of former Ireland and British and Irish Lions back row Fergus Slattery at the age of 77.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ex-ireland-and-lions-back-row-slattery-dies-aged-77/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ex-ireland-and-lions-back-row-slattery-dies-aged-77/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salary cap scandal unity my proudest time at Saracens - McCall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saracens' out-going director of rugby Mark McCall is hoping to land one last trophy before stepping down from his role]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/salary-cap-scandal-unity-my-proudest-time-at-saracens-mccall/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/salary-cap-scandal-unity-my-proudest-time-at-saracens-mccall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After coaching merry-go-round have Leicester finally found long-term boss?]]></title><description><![CDATA[He's their 10th head coach in just over a decade. After a successful first season, have Leicester Tigers finally found a long-term boss in Geoff Parling?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/after-coaching-merry-go-round-have-leicester-finally-found-long-term-boss/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/after-coaching-merry-go-round-have-leicester-finally-found-long-term-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Prem final is a coin toss' - Saints boss Dowson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints director of rugby Phil Dowson praises his side for clinching top spot in the regular season Prem standings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/prem-final-is-a-coin-toss-saints-boss-dowson/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/prem-final-is-a-coin-toss-saints-boss-dowson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rugby Union Weekly: Mark McCall: End of an era after 17 years at Saracens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris and Ashy head to the Saracens training base for a special pod about Mark McCall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-union-weekly-mark-mccall-end-of-an-era-after-17-years-at-saracens/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-union-weekly-mark-mccall-end-of-an-era-after-17-years-at-saracens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Explore a place where science, politics and culture collide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Film exploring the human stories behind mankind&rsquo;s biggest experiment in particle physics.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/explore-a-place-where-science-politics-and-culture-collide/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/explore-a-place-where-science-politics-and-culture-collide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lees and Saints to get clean slate - Rowley]]></title><description><![CDATA[St Helens prop Matty Lees' exit from the club at the end of the season will give both him and the club a clean slate, says boss Paul Rowley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lees-and-saints-to-get-clean-slate-rowley/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lees-and-saints-to-get-clean-slate-rowley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales' Martin joins French tier-two side Beziers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 22-year-old was a free agent when his season-long loan at Dragons from Cardiff expired.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-martin-joins-french-tier-two-side-beziers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-martin-joins-french-tier-two-side-beziers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paris match a chance to grow rugby league - Partington]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Warriors' trip to Paris to face Catalans Dragons will be a perfect stage to showcase rugby league to a wider audience, says Oliver Partington.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paris-match-a-chance-to-grow-rugby-league-partington/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paris-match-a-chance-to-grow-rugby-league-partington/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Skivington says season toughest of coaching career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucester's George Skivington says this season has been his toughest as a coach, as his side bid to secure Champions Cup rugby this weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/skivington-says-season-toughest-of-coaching-career/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/skivington-says-season-toughest-of-coaching-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alemanno among 12 first-teamers leaving Gloucester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina lock Matias Alemanno is one of 12 first-team players who will be leaving Gloucester at the end of this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/alemanno-among-12-first-teamers-leaving-gloucester/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/alemanno-among-12-first-teamers-leaving-gloucester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bath great Spurrell dies aged 71]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Bath captain and club Hall of Fame player Roger Spurrell dies at the age of 71.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-great-spurrell-dies-aged-71/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-great-spurrell-dies-aged-71/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guernsey and Jersey ready for league rivalry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Guernsey director of rugby Jordan Reynolds says playing Jersey in National Three East league games will match the intensity of the Siam Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/guernsey-and-jersey-ready-for-league-rivalry/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/guernsey-and-jersey-ready-for-league-rivalry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[York's Griffin retires after pectoral injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran York Knights second-rower Josh Griffin ends his 18-year career after sustaining a pectoral muscle rupture.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/yorks-griffin-retires-after-pectoral-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/yorks-griffin-retires-after-pectoral-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England full-back Kildunne to leave Harlequins]]></title><description><![CDATA[England full-back Ellie Kildunne, a figurehead for the Red Roses' Rugby World Cup win last year, is to leave Harlequins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-full-back-kildunne-to-leave-harlequins/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-full-back-kildunne-to-leave-harlequins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Castleford sign Hull KR forward Brown until 2028]]></title><description><![CDATA[Castleford Tigers sign forward Jack Brown on a deal which runs until the end of the 2028 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-sign-hull-kr-forward-brown-until-2028/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-sign-hull-kr-forward-brown-until-2028/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Saints need him most, Archie McParland is ready]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 21-year-old scrum-half has spent two years in Alex Mitchell&rsquo;s shadow at Franklin&rsquo;s Gardens. With the Lions nine now sidelined again, McParland may find that patience has its own reward. There is a particular type of player that every title-chasing squad carries but rarely celebrates: the one who keeps the machine running when the headline [&hellip;]<br />
The post When Saints need him most, Archie McParland is ready appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/when-saints-need-him-most-archie-mcparland-is-ready/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/when-saints-need-him-most-archie-mcparland-is-ready/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['People don't value me here' - Nienaber unsure on Leinster future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jacques Nienaber casts doubt on his Leinster future as he claims he does not feel valued by the media and fans in Ireland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/people-dont-value-me-here-nienaber-unsure-on-leinster-future/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/people-dont-value-me-here-nienaber-unsure-on-leinster-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Super Rugby Americas – Round 13 summary: Dogos clinch home semi-final amid play-off drama]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Round 13 of the 2026 Super Rugby Americas season, Dogos became the first team to secure a home semi-final with a hugely impressive away victory over Capibaras.The post 2026 Super Rugby Americas &ndash; Round 13 summary: Dogos clinch home semi-final amid play-off drama appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/2026-super-rugby-americas-round-13-summary-dogos-clinch-home-semi-final-amid-play-off-drama/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/2026-super-rugby-americas-round-13-summary-dogos-clinch-home-semi-final-amid-play-off-drama/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's Carson extends stay with Gloucester-Hartpury]]></title><description><![CDATA[England prop Mackenzie Carson signs a new deal with defending Premiership Women's Rugby champions Gloucester-Hartpury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/englands-carson-extends-stay-with-gloucester-hartpury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/englands-carson-extends-stay-with-gloucester-hartpury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys post £1.8m annual loss but say PRA is imminent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ospreys have revealed they made a loss of &pound;1.8m in their latest accounting period to June 2025, down from &pound;2.18m in the previous 12 months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-post-18m-annual-loss-but-say-pra-is-imminent/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-post-18m-annual-loss-but-say-pra-is-imminent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lees to leave Saints to join PNG Chiefs]]></title><description><![CDATA[St Helens announce that their England forward Matty Lees will leave them to join new NRL franchise PNG Chiefs in 2028.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lees-to-leave-saints-to-join-png-chiefs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lees-to-leave-saints-to-join-png-chiefs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How senior forward packs will adapt to World Rugby’s new maul crackdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[How will World Rugby's latest directive on mauling mechanics reshape set-piece tactics and force forward packs to adjust their training?The post How senior forward packs will adapt to World Rugby&rsquo;s new maul crackdown appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/how-senior-forward-packs-will-adapt-to-world-rugbys-new-maul-crackdown/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/how-senior-forward-packs-will-adapt-to-world-rugbys-new-maul-crackdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan's Walters gets seven-game ban for Wembley red]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan forward Sam Walters is given a seven-match ban for a dangerous lift tackle during the Challenge Cup final win over Hull KR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigans-walters-gets-seven-game-ban-for-wembley-red/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigans-walters-gets-seven-game-ban-for-wembley-red/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NZ Rugby denies buying out Fineanganofo contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Zealand Rugby denies any involvement in a reported U-turn by record-equalling wing Fehi Fineanganofo over a move to England to join Newcastle for next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nz-rugby-denies-buying-out-fineanganofo-contract/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nz-rugby-denies-buying-out-fineanganofo-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester title win 'very special' - coach Everard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester head coach Matt Everard says landing The Champ title in their first season back in professional rugby is "as special as it gets".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/worcester-title-win-very-special-coach-everard/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/worcester-title-win-very-special-coach-everard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ultimate underdog coach Kear's rugby league passion shone through]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former BBC rugby league correspondent Dave Woods pays tribute to John Kear, one of the sport's great characters, who has died aged 71.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ultimate-underdog-coach-kears-rugby-league-passion-shone-through/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ultimate-underdog-coach-kears-rugby-league-passion-shone-through/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rugby league legend and broadcaster Kear dies aged 71]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England and Wales rugby league coach, and renowned broadcaster, John Kear has died at the age of 71.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-league-legend-and-broadcaster-kear-dies-aged-71/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-league-legend-and-broadcaster-kear-dies-aged-71/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBC commentator dies suddenly just hours after appearing on broadcast]]></title><description><![CDATA[The broadcaster had been part of the team for the Challenge Cup Finals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bbc-commentator-dies-suddenly-just-hours-after-appearing-on-broadcast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bbc-commentator-dies-suddenly-just-hours-after-appearing-on-broadcast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter stun Leicester to set up Prem play-off drama]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter Chiefs move back into the Prem play-off places as they leave it late to win 35-26 at third-placed Leicester Tigers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-stun-leicester-to-set-up-prem-play-off-drama/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 20:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-stun-leicester-to-set-up-prem-play-off-drama/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[URC highlights: Stormers 44-21 Cardiff - hosts reach semi-finals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Stormers score six tries to Cardiff's three to reach the URC semi-finals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/urc-highlights-stormers-44-21-cardiff-hosts-reach-semi-finals/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/urc-highlights-stormers-44-21-cardiff-hosts-reach-semi-finals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last-gasp George Furbank the hero for Northampton Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Furbank scored a last-minute try to defeat Gloucester and secure Northampton Saints home advantage in the Prem semi-finals.<br />
The post Last-gasp George Furbank the hero for Northampton Saints appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/last-gasp-george-furbank-the-hero-for-northampton-saints/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 05:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/last-gasp-george-furbank-the-hero-for-northampton-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lloyd Williams looking to finish on a high as Worcester Warriors go for Champ glory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Wales scrum-half Lloyd Williams aims to bow out today as a Champ winner when Worcester Warriors clash with Bedford Blues in the final at Goldington Road.<br />
The post Lloyd Williams looking to finish on a high as Worcester Warriors go for Champ glory appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lloyd-williams-looking-to-finish-on-a-high-as-worcester-warriors-go-for-champ-glory/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 05:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lloyd-williams-looking-to-finish-on-a-high-as-worcester-warriors-go-for-champ-glory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steven Luatua and AJ MacGinty agree new deals at Bristol Bears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol Bears flanker Steven Luatua has extended his contract into a 10th season with the club.<br />
The post Steven Luatua and AJ MacGinty agree new deals at Bristol Bears appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/steven-luatua-and-aj-macginty-agree-new-deals-at-bristol-bears/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/steven-luatua-and-aj-macginty-agree-new-deals-at-bristol-bears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints flanker Tom Pearson sets his sights on England return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tom Pearson has had another strong season for Premiership leaders Northampton Saints but has not come closer to adding to his one England cap.<br />
The post Northampton Saints flanker Tom Pearson sets his sights on England return appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/northampton-saints-flanker-tom-pearson-sets-his-sights-on-england-return/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/northampton-saints-flanker-tom-pearson-sets-his-sights-on-england-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeremy Guscott: It’s time for Fin Smith to run England from No.10]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here&rsquo;s my England backline to face South Africa in Johannesburg on July 4, based on current form and availability.<br />
The post Jeremy Guscott: It&rsquo;s time for Fin Smith to run England from No.10 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-its-time-for-fin-smith-to-run-england-from-no10/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-its-time-for-fin-smith-to-run-england-from-no10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeremy Guscott: It’s time for Fin Smith to run England from No. 10]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here&rsquo;s my England backline to face South Africa in Johannesburg on July 4, based on current form and availability.<br />
The post Jeremy Guscott: It&rsquo;s time for Fin Smith to run England from No. 10 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-its-time-for-fin-smith-to-run-england-from-no-10/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-its-time-for-fin-smith-to-run-england-from-no-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter Chiefs’ Scott Sio is keen to bow out in style]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prop star Scott Sio aims to sign off at Exeter Chiefs with a Prem winner&rsquo;s medal before he joins Cardiff this summer.<br />
The post Exeter Chiefs&rsquo; Scott Sio is keen to bow out in style appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-chiefs-scott-sio-is-keen-to-bow-out-in-style/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-chiefs-scott-sio-is-keen-to-bow-out-in-style/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yorkshire &amp; Surrey leading the pack Gill Burns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gill Burns Championship &#9632;By BEN JAYCOCK SURREY take on Staffordshire and Eastern Counties visit Yorkshire in today&rsquo;s Division 1 semi-finals. Yorkshire thrashed Northumberland 62-0 to finish Pool 1 unbeaten. Yorkshire&rsquo;s ruthless attack once again ran riot, with Chloe Brocklebank grabbing a hat-trick while Lauren Roberts, Jasmin Brankin, Becky Patrick, Honey Cockcroft-Smith, Lauren Bolger, Georgina Holmes [&hellip;]<br />
The post Yorkshire &amp; Surrey leading the pack Gill Burns appe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/yorkshire-amp-surrey-leading-the-pack-gill-burns/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/yorkshire-amp-surrey-leading-the-pack-gill-burns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Williams out to end his career on a high]]></title><description><![CDATA[&gt; Continued from Page 1 involved in the club and the city.&rdquo; Williams is proud to have played his part in the rejuvenation of the club in their first season back. &ldquo;Everyone&rsquo;s bought in and given themselves to the club, which is great and everyone&rsquo;s pulling in the same direction, which makes things a lot [&hellip;]<br />
The post Williams out to end his career on a high appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/williams-out-to-end-his-career-on-a-high/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/williams-out-to-end-his-career-on-a-high/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Newcastle broke records]]></title><description><![CDATA[Record breaker: Va&rsquo;aiga Tuigamala in Newcastle colours PICTURE: Getty Images AS befitting their rock bottom status, Newcastle spent less money on players last season than any other top-flight club. A Prem report reveals that their squad investment amounted to under &pound;4m, some &pound;2.5m short of the &pound;6.4m salary cap. All that will be of cold [&hellip;]<br />
The post When Newcastle broke records appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/when-newcastle-broke-records/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/when-newcastle-broke-records/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh pair to leave Bristol]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALISHA and Jasmine Joyce will leave Bristol this summer to return to Wales. In total, 11 players are leaving the Bears. The pair, who joined the club in 2020 and helped Bears to two PWR semi-finals, will return home to stay closer to their families following the arrival of their son Ralphie at the end [&hellip;]<br />
The post Welsh pair to leave Bristol appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/welsh-pair-to-leave-bristol/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/welsh-pair-to-leave-bristol/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We failed to take chances – coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[BATH head of rugby Johann van Graan saw his side miss the chance to go back to the top of the Prem table and bemoaned their failure to take chances. He said: &ldquo;The first half was very good as we were in control to lead 19-7 at the interval but we still created loads of [&hellip;]<br />
The post We failed to take chances &ndash; coach appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/we-failed-to-take-chances-coach/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/we-failed-to-take-chances-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trio to leave Saracens]]></title><description><![CDATA[FIRST team backs Gareth Simpson, Louie Johnson and Sam Spink will all leave Saracens at the end of the season. Scrum-half Simpson, 28, below, made 48 appearances for Sarries, including six this season in the Prem Cup and three in the Prem and Champions Cup. Fly-half Johnson, 22, far right, played 13 times after his [&hellip;]<br />
The post Trio to leave Saracens appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/trio-to-leave-saracens/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/trio-to-leave-saracens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trailfinders are the real champs after 26-0 season]]></title><description><![CDATA[WHAT a joke that Worcester Warriors, interlopers to Champ Rugby, are just one game away from being champions. Coventry finished above them and smashed them only a few weeks ago at Nick Newbold Stadium. Ealing Trailfinders are the real champs after winning 26 out of 26 and finishing 30 points clear of the rest of [&hellip;]<br />
The post Trailfinders are the real champs after 26-0 season appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/trailfinders-are-the-real-champs-after-26-0-season/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/trailfinders-are-the-real-champs-after-26-0-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tom Varndell: Leicester Tigers have shown how to adapt…they are good enough to beat anybody]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tom Varndell, the former Leicester Tigers, Wasps and Bristol Bears wing, believes English rugby is entering a defining period with the Prem title race heating up, Steve Borthwickunder growing pressure and the national sideat a crossroads stylistically ahead of a brutal summer Test against world champions South Africa.<br />
The post Tom Varndell: Leicester Tigers have shown how to adapt&hellip;they are good enough to beat anybody appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tom-varndell-leicester-tigers-have-shown-how-to-adaptthey-are-good-enough-to-beat-anybody/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tom-varndell-leicester-tigers-have-shown-how-to-adaptthey-are-good-enough-to-beat-anybody/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Students prepare to show talents in Celestial 7s]]></title><description><![CDATA[THIS year&rsquo;s University Celestial Sevens could be the most important edition yet with the tournament able to provide a pathway into the Great Britain Sevens team. &#9632;By BEN JAYCOCK Champs: Imperial celebrate last season and inset, Joe Byrnes More than 1,000 student players from across the UK will descend on Richmond Athletic Ground next Saturday [&hellip;]<br />
The post Students prepare to show talents in Celestial 7s appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/students-prepare-to-show-talents-in-celestial-7s/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/students-prepare-to-show-talents-in-celestial-7s/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stormers 44-21 Cardiff: South African giants too good for brave Blue &amp; Blacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cardiff were left &ldquo;gutted&rdquo; as their historic season came to an end despite a brave effort in this URC quarter-final clash against Stormers in Cape Town.<br />
The post Stormers 44-21 Cardiff: South African giants too good for brave Blue &amp; Blacks appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/stormers-44-21-cardiff-south-african-giants-too-good-for-brave-blue-amp-blacks/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/stormers-44-21-cardiff-south-african-giants-too-good-for-brave-blue-amp-blacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steyn grabs try double as Warriors march on]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By SAM JACKSON GLASGOW booked their place in the semi-finals after holding off a spirited Connacht at Scotstoun with Kyke Steyn scoring two tries. Glasgow, champions in 2023/24, will be at Murrayfield next week against Bulls. Kyle Rowe said: &ldquo;They came here and they tested us but I feel like we proved that we wanted [&hellip;]<br />
The post Steyn grabs try double as Warriors march on appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/steyn-grabs-try-double-as-warriors-march-on/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/steyn-grabs-try-double-as-warriors-march-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stevens decides to call time]]></title><description><![CDATA[CORNISH Pirates back row John Stevens &ndash; the son of former British Lions and England forward Brian &lsquo;Stack&rsquo; Stevens &ndash; has retired from professional rugby. The 31-year-old former captain spent the past 13 seasons at the club, playing 152 games and scoring 23 tries. Having missed 18 months after suffering a serious knee ligament injury [&hellip;]<br />
The post Stevens decides to call time appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/stevens-decides-to-call-time/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/stevens-decides-to-call-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smith’s play-off hopes on line]]></title><description><![CDATA[Preview &#9632;By BEN JAYCOCK LOUGHBOROUGH Lightning&rsquo;s play-off hopes will go on the line when they host Saracens in their final PWR fixture of the regular season. Nathan Smith&rsquo;s side remain in the hunt for a top-four finish and know a victory could take their play-off challenge down to the final round. The hosts are boosted [&hellip;]<br />
The post Smith&rsquo;s play-off hopes on line appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/smiths-play-off-hopes-on-line/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/smiths-play-off-hopes-on-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Semi-finals showed quality of Tier Two]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAST weekend was a fine advert for the Champ and I must say I was thrilled by Worcester&rsquo;s victory over Ealing. You could see it meant so much to the players and supporters. Matt Everard has done an oustanding job this season putting together a brand new team that came up with the good against [&hellip;]<br />
The post Semi-finals showed quality of Tier Two appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/semi-finals-showed-quality-of-tier-two/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/semi-finals-showed-quality-of-tier-two/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scottish relegation completes picture for 2026-27]]></title><description><![CDATA[EXTRA NEWS &#9632;By BEN JAYCOCK BLACKHEATH&rsquo;S resounding victory over London Scottish last week to book their place in the Champ completed this season&rsquo;s promotion and relegation story. Rotherham Titans had already secured automatic promotion to the Champ, with Scottish relegated to National 1. The third tier&rsquo;s bottom three Clifton (West), Sedgley Park (North) and Leicester [&hellip;]<br />
The post Scottish relegation completes picture for 2026-27 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scottish-relegation-completes-picture-for-2026-27/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scottish-relegation-completes-picture-for-2026-27/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saracens 26-12 Harlequins: Sarries get set for an Exeter Chiefs shootout]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saracens secured the all-important five points against Harlequins ahead of their Sandy Park showdown with playoff rivals Exeter Chiefs on Saturday.<br />
The post Saracens 26-12 Harlequins: Sarries get set for an Exeter Chiefs shootout appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saracens-26-12-harlequins-sarries-get-set-for-an-exeter-chiefs-shootout/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saracens-26-12-harlequins-sarries-get-set-for-an-exeter-chiefs-shootout/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robinson leads the way as Exeter take charge]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By RORY MORROW EXETER excelled at Shaftesbury Park, embarrassing Bristol with an emphatic away win. Chiefs were on it from the get-go, scoring inside two minutes. Claudia Moloney-MacDonald intercepted a stray Bristol pass and screeched clear to dot down a try, which Alex Tessier converted. Maisy Allen quickly added the second, again converted by Tessier, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Robinson leads the way as Exeter take charge appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/robinson-leads-the-way-as-exeter-take-charge/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/robinson-leads-the-way-as-exeter-take-charge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Powell puts Harlequins into cruise control]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By FRANKIE DRAPER HARLEQUINS secured a bonus-point victory over Leicester Tigers in their final league game of the season to send Jade Konkel and Laura Delgado into retirement in the best way possible. Quins miss out on the play-offs, sitting fifth in the table. A fast start saw Lucy Packer race over after the backs [&hellip;]<br />
The post Powell puts Harlequins into cruise control appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/powell-puts-harlequins-into-cruise-control/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/powell-puts-harlequins-into-cruise-control/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Jackson: Applaud the Chapman family’s lasting legacy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The heavenly grapevine has been abuzz all week with rumours of a dearly departed RFU president dancing in the celestial streets over Arsenal&rsquo;s coronation as Premier League champions.<br />
The post Peter Jackson: Applaud the Chapman family&rsquo;s lasting legacy appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-applaud-the-chapman-familys-lasting-legacy/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-applaud-the-chapman-familys-lasting-legacy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Rees: Ireland’s big boys must stand up after European heartache]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Rees says last weekend&rsquo;s &lsquo;European&rsquo; finals proved a chastening experience for Leinster and Ulster.<br />
The post Paul Rees: Ireland&rsquo;s big boys must stand up after European heartache appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-irelands-big-boys-must-stand-up-after-european-heartache/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-irelands-big-boys-must-stand-up-after-european-heartache/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints 36-32 Gloucester: George Furbank’s on hand to snatch it for Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phil Dowson heaped praise on George Furbank after the full-back &ldquo;saved&rdquo; Northampton Saints with a dramatic last-minute try against Gloucester to seal a home play-off.<br />
The post Northampton Saints 36-32 Gloucester: George Furbank&rsquo;s on hand to snatch it for Saints appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/northampton-saints-36-32-gloucester-george-furbanks-on-hand-to-snatch-it-for-saints/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/northampton-saints-36-32-gloucester-george-furbanks-on-hand-to-snatch-it-for-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North Mids take control]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bill Beaumont Division Two round-up &#9632;By C&Oacute;IL&Iacute;N DUFFY NORTH Midlands will face Northumberland in the Division Two final at Twickenham on June 7 after both sides came through contrasting semi-finals yesterday. North Midlands edged out Devon 43-41. Devon stormed into a 19-0 lead and still held a 24-15 advantage at half-time after tries from Harry [&hellip;]<br />
The post North Mids take control appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/north-mids-take-control/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/north-mids-take-control/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Cain: Afo Fasogbon deserves to be in Steve Borthwick’s England squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Afo Fasogbon&rsquo;s omission from the England training squad for this summer&rsquo;s Nations Cup is a glaring oversight in an era in which heavyweight strength and physique at tight-head is one of the most valuable commodities in the game.<br />
The post Nick Cain: Afo Fasogbon deserves to be in Steve Borthwick&rsquo;s England squad appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-afo-fasogbon-deserves-to-be-in-steve-borthwicks-england-squad/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-afo-fasogbon-deserves-to-be-in-steve-borthwicks-england-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls 45-42 Sale Sharks: Alex Hearle hits the burners in stunning victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Hearle&rsquo;s hat-trick of tries secured an almighty comeback for Newcastle Red Bulls over Sale Sharks.<br />
The post Newcastle Red Bulls 45-42 Sale Sharks: Alex Hearle hits the burners in stunning victory appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/newcastle-red-bulls-45-42-sale-sharks-alex-hearle-hits-the-burners-in-stunning-victory/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/newcastle-red-bulls-45-42-sale-sharks-alex-hearle-hits-the-burners-in-stunning-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Life in Rugby: Nick Selway – Siam Cup triumph is perfect way to finish]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nick Selway, the former Jersey Reds, Chinnor, London Scottish, Clifton, Lydney and Guernsey Raiders hooker, reflects on his life in rugby.<br />
The post My Life in Rugby: Nick Selway &ndash; Siam Cup triumph is perfect way to finish appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-life-in-rugby-nick-selway-siam-cup-triumph-is-perfect-way-to-finish/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-life-in-rugby-nick-selway-siam-cup-triumph-is-perfect-way-to-finish/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McParland to step up after Mitchell blow]]></title><description><![CDATA[ARCHIE McParland will play a key role in Northampton&rsquo;s title charge with England scrum-half Alex Mitchell likely to miss the rest of the season with another hamstring injury. Mitchell, above, missed two months action after injuring a hamstring playing against Ireland in February. He returned to duty in Saints&rsquo; Champions Cup defeat at Bath in [&hellip;]<br />
The post McParland to step up after Mitchell blow appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mcparland-to-step-up-after-mitchell-blow/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mcparland-to-step-up-after-mitchell-blow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McCarthy is ruled out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lock: Paddy McCarthy LEINSTER prop Paddy McCarthy has been ruled out for the remainder of their season after sustaining a foot injury in last weekend&rsquo;s Champions Cup final defeat by Bordeaux Begles. The 22-year-old could also be a doubt for Ireland&rsquo;s Nations Championship campaign this summer, with their opening fixture against Australia in Sydney scheduled [&hellip;]<br />
The post McCarthy is ruled out appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mccarthy-is-ruled-out/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mccarthy-is-ruled-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McCall: That was a case of job done]]></title><description><![CDATA[SARACENS director of rugby Mark McCall felt it was a case of job done as his side gear up for a play-off shootout at Exeter. He said: &ldquo;We&rsquo;ve worked incredibly hard over the last six or seven weeks to make this game important. &ldquo;It probably wasn&rsquo;t our best performance, but we got the job done. [&hellip;]<br />
The post McCall: That was a case of job done appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mccall-that-was-a-case-of-job-done/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mccall-that-was-a-case-of-job-done/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leinster 59-10 Lions: Leo Cullen’s side get straight back to winning ways]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defending champions Leinster bounced back from their Champions Cup final thrashing by Bordeaux with a comfortable win in Dublin over Lions.<br />
The post Leinster 59-10 Lions: Leo Cullen&rsquo;s side get straight back to winning ways appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-59-10-lions-leo-cullens-side-get-straight-back-to-winning-ways/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-59-10-lions-leo-cullens-side-get-straight-back-to-winning-ways/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers vs Exeter Chiefs: Rob Baxter – It’s going to be tough challenge for us]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers have lost just once in their last eight Prem games and Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter knows it will be a tough afternoon at Welford Road.<br />
The post Leicester Tigers vs Exeter Chiefs: Rob Baxter &ndash; It&rsquo;s going to be tough challenge for us appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicester-tigers-vs-exeter-chiefs-rob-baxter-its-going-to-be-tough-challenge-for-us/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicester-tigers-vs-exeter-chiefs-rob-baxter-its-going-to-be-tough-challenge-for-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers vs Exeter Chiefs: Geoff Parling – We are in control of our own destiny]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers face a potential shootout against Bath at The Rec on Saturday for home advantage in the play-offs, but must first see off play-off rivals Exeter Chiefs at Welford Road today.<br />
The post Leicester Tigers vs Exeter Chiefs: Geoff Parling &ndash; We are in control of our own destiny appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicester-tigers-vs-exeter-chiefs-geoff-parling-we-are-in-control-of-our-own-destiny/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicester-tigers-vs-exeter-chiefs-geoff-parling-we-are-in-control-of-our-own-destiny/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lam’s Bears show their teeth at last]]></title><description><![CDATA[IT was great to see Bristol bounce back to their best with that victory over arch rivals Bath on Friday night. And let&rsquo;s hope they can finish off their season with a win over Sale next Saturday. With their recent 94-33 hammering by Northampton no doubt still ringing in their ears, a strong finish to [&hellip;]<br />
The post Lam&rsquo;s Bears show their teeth at last appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lams-bears-show-their-teeth-at-last/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lams-bears-show-their-teeth-at-last/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jo Yapp: British &amp; Irish Lions Women will be the best of all of us]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England captain Jo Yapp wants to &ldquo;help shape the future of women&rsquo;s rugby for years to come&rdquo; after being named as the first British and Irish Lions Women coach for next year&rsquo;s inaugural tour in New Zealand.<br />
The post Jo Yapp: British &amp; Irish Lions Women will be the best of all of us appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jo-yapp-british-amp-irish-lions-women-will-be-the-best-of-all-of-us/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jo-yapp-british-amp-irish-lions-women-will-be-the-best-of-all-of-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[James Harrington: France boss Fabien Galthié looks close to giving Shaun Edwards le chop]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fabien Galthi&eacute; is on the brink of making a major change to his coaching set-up ahead of their Nations Championship challenge, with defence coach Shaun Edwards heading for the exit door, according to reports in France.<br />
The post James Harrington: France boss Fabien Galthi&eacute; looks close to giving Shaun Edwards le chop appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/james-harrington-france-boss-fabien-galthi-looks-close-to-giving-shaun-edwards-le-chop/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/james-harrington-france-boss-fabien-galthi-looks-close-to-giving-shaun-edwards-le-chop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Healy: It’ll be nice to share a drink with the lads after that]]></title><description><![CDATA[BEN Healy&rsquo;s remarkable cameo from the bench inspired Newcastle to a dramatic second half comeback. The fly-half kicked eight points and orchestrated multiple tries in his 28-minute showing from the bench. He said: &ldquo;I&rsquo;m just really happy for the club. The players and staff who have been here all season have come under a lot [&hellip;]<br />
The post Healy: It&rsquo;ll be nice to share a drink with the lads after that appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/healy-itll-be-nice-to-share-a-drink-with-the-lads-after-that/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/healy-itll-be-nice-to-share-a-drink-with-the-lads-after-that/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hampshire win in a thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bill Beaumont Division Three round-up &#9632;By MO SHER HAMPSHIRE booked their spot in the Twickenham showpiece following a pulsating &ndash; and ultimately nail-biting &ndash; 37-36 win over Oxfordshire. In sweltering conditions in Havant, there were tries aplenty to keep a bouncy crowd entertained, with Hampshire&rsquo;s efforts coming courtesy of a brace from Sturan Robertson and [&hellip;]<br />
The post Hampshire win in a thriller appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hampshire-win-in-a-thriller/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hampshire-win-in-a-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gloucester-Hartpury 39-41 Trailfinders: Emma Taylor leads her side in making history]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trailfinders inflicted Gloucester-Hartpury&rsquo;s first defeat of the PWR season to secure a maiden play-off berth with a dramatic two-point victory in West London.<br />
The post Gloucester-Hartpury 39-41 Trailfinders: Emma Taylor leads her side in making history appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gloucester-hartpury-39-41-trailfinders-emma-taylor-leads-her-side-in-making-history/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gloucester-hartpury-39-41-trailfinders-emma-taylor-leads-her-side-in-making-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Feel-good factor firing the Champ]]></title><description><![CDATA[THE uplift in the Champ, and the sense the second tier league now has greater command over its own destiny irrespective of the ring-fencing of the Prem, is reflected in the enthusiasm and interest generated by today&rsquo;s final between Bedford and Worcester at a sold-out Goldington Road. The over-riding sentiment is that with a vibrant [&hellip;]<br />
The post Feel-good factor firing the Champ appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/feel-good-factor-firing-the-champ/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/feel-good-factor-firing-the-champ/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England and Bristol Bears wing Millie David enjoying life in the fast lane]]></title><description><![CDATA[It has been a whirlwind year for Millie David, but the Bristol Bears and England international flyer insists she is only scratching the surface of what she can become.<br />
The post England and Bristol Bears wing Millie David enjoying life in the fast lane appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-and-bristol-bears-wing-millie-david-enjoying-life-in-the-fast-lane/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-and-bristol-bears-wing-millie-david-enjoying-life-in-the-fast-lane/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dan Murphy: Champions Gloucester-Hartpury focusing on four in a row despite star exits]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucester-Hartpury head coach Dan Murphy is determined to finish the season on a high despite the distraction of three of his star players departing this summer.<br />
The post Dan Murphy: Champions Gloucester-Hartpury focusing on four in a row despite star exits appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dan-murphy-champions-gloucester-hartpury-focusing-on-four-in-a-row-despite-star-exits/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dan-murphy-champions-gloucester-hartpury-focusing-on-four-in-a-row-despite-star-exits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cornwall go on rampage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bill Beaumont Division One &#9632;By GRAHAM COX Kent ...................19pts Cornwall ......... 56pts Tries: Ivell 5, Williams 51, 66 Conversions: Begbie 51, Griffiths 66 Tries: Will 5, 38, Ducker 17, Stupple 26, 56, 70; Priddey 46, 60 Conversions: Moyle 5, 17, 26, 38, 46, 56, 60, 70 IT WAS unlikely Kent would overturn the 59-point deficit [&hellip;]<br />
The post Cornwall go on rampage appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cornwall-go-on-rampage/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cornwall-go-on-rampage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clark: We feel like we were robbed]]></title><description><![CDATA[ARTHUR Clark admitted the Cherry and Whites felt &ldquo;robbed&rdquo; after George Furbank&rsquo;s last-minute try. &ldquo;We arrived with no pressure as no-one expected us to beat the leaders but we nearly did,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;We didn&rsquo;t get the rewards we deserved but Saints are a class team. &ldquo;We felt robbed at the end because we&rsquo;d put [&hellip;]<br />
The post Clark: We feel like we were robbed appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/clark-we-feel-like-we-were-robbed/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/clark-we-feel-like-we-were-robbed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Hewett: A fine French feast that could feed us all]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Hewett examines why French club rugby is becoming the game&rsquo;s biggest attraction, and asks whether more supporters are turning to the Top 14 as England&rsquo;s domestic game struggles to keep pace.<br />
The post Chris Hewett: A fine French feast that could feed us all appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chris-hewett-a-fine-french-feast-that-could-feed-us-all/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chris-hewett-a-fine-french-feast-that-could-feed-us-all/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Champ final is too tight to call – it should be a cracker!]]></title><description><![CDATA[IT&rsquo;S difficult to think of a more satisfying conclusion to a stellar season of Champ Rugby than this afternoon&rsquo;s clash between Bedford Blues and Worcester Warriors, two indomitable old clubs who have suffered the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune more than most. They are still here, still battling and who knows, they might yet [&hellip;]<br />
The post Champ final is too tight to call &ndash; it should be a cracker! appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/champ-final-is-too-tight-to-call-it-should-be-a-cracker/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/champ-final-is-too-tight-to-call-it-should-be-a-cracker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Champ Dream Team: Second tier alive with style and flair]]></title><description><![CDATA[The best XV of the 2025-26 Champ season, as voted for by our correspondents.<br />
The post Champ Dream Team: Second tier alive with style and flair appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/champ-dream-team-second-tier-alive-with-style-and-flair/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/champ-dream-team-second-tier-alive-with-style-and-flair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bulls book semi-final spot as Munster fade]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By SIMON CASEY MUNSTER&rsquo;S title challenge came to a bruising end as last season&rsquo;s finalists Bulls powered to victory in Pretoria. The defeat brings the curtain down on a campaign head coach Clayton McMillan described as a &ldquo;mixed bag&rdquo;. After a promising start to the season, injuries and inconsistency proved costly, with the province left [&hellip;]<br />
The post Bulls book semi-final spot as Munster fade appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bulls-book-semi-final-spot-as-munster-fade/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bulls-book-semi-final-spot-as-munster-fade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bristol Bears 21-19 Bath: Benhard Janse van Rensburg leads the fightback for Pat Lam’s side]]></title><description><![CDATA[Benhard Janse van Rensburg celebrated his call-up to the England squad with a stunning second-half performance to spearhead Bears to a stunning victory as Bath continued their miserable run in Bristol.<br />
The post Bristol Bears 21-19 Bath: Benhard Janse van Rensburg leads the fightback for Pat Lam&rsquo;s side appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bristol-bears-21-19-bath-benhard-janse-van-rensburg-leads-the-fightback-for-pat-lams-side/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bristol-bears-21-19-bath-benhard-janse-van-rensburg-leads-the-fightback-for-pat-lams-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brendan Gallagher: Success in Europe not all about the money]]></title><description><![CDATA[The European finals in sweltering Bilbao proved to be a humbling weekend for Irish sides with both Ulster and Leinster taking a hiding against Top 14 opponents and predictably those brutal defeats resulted in renewed claims that nobody can compete with the cash-rich French anymore.<br />
The post Brendan Gallagher: Success in Europe not all about the money appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brendan-gallagher-success-in-europe-not-all-about-the-money/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brendan-gallagher-success-in-europe-not-all-about-the-money/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big guys taking a cut in earnings]]></title><description><![CDATA[NOT so very long ago, we argued in this corner of the paper that England&rsquo;s successes in the Test arena tend to coincide with spells of supremacy in the grunt and groan department. Or, if you prefer, the boiler house, the engine room, the sweatshop, the head-down-arse-up unit. Take your pick. They all speak of [&hellip;]<br />
The post Big guys taking a cut in earnings appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/big-guys-taking-a-cut-in-earnings/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/big-guys-taking-a-cut-in-earnings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bedford Blues vs Worcester Warriors: Josh Bassett – What we’ve done this year has been fantastic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Bassett believes Worcester Warriors are on the verge of completing one of the most remarkable comeback stories English rugby has ever seen as they prepare for today&rsquo;s Champ final against Bedford Blues.<br />
The post Bedford Blues vs Worcester Warriors: Josh Bassett &ndash; What we&rsquo;ve done this year has been fantastic appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bedford-blues-vs-worcester-warriors-josh-bassett-what-weve-done-this-year-has-been-fantastic/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bedford-blues-vs-worcester-warriors-josh-bassett-what-weve-done-this-year-has-been-fantastic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bedford Blues vs Worcester Warriors: Alex Day – A win would be pinnacle of my career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bedford Blues and Worcester Warriors will battle it out for the Champ title today in front of a sold-out Goldington Road.<br />
The post Bedford Blues vs Worcester Warriors: Alex Day &ndash; A win would be pinnacle of my career appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bedford-blues-vs-worcester-warriors-alex-day-a-win-would-be-pinnacle-of-my-career/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bedford-blues-vs-worcester-warriors-alex-day-a-win-would-be-pinnacle-of-my-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bath lead the way as Prem’s big spenders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Champions Bath were the Prem&rsquo;s biggest spenders in their treble-winning season of 2024/25.<br />
The post Bath lead the way as Prem&rsquo;s big spenders appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-lead-the-way-as-prems-big-spenders/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-lead-the-way-as-prems-big-spenders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barker on way back to Pirates]]></title><description><![CDATA[CORNISH Pirates have resigned lock Steele Barker from Bristol two years after the 25-year-old left to join the Prem side. He appeared four times in the Prem Cup for the Bears this season, as well as having a loan spell at Champ side Hartpury. He previously made 38 appearances for the Pirates in a two-year [&hellip;]<br />
The post Barker on way back to Pirates appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/barker-on-way-back-to-pirates/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/barker-on-way-back-to-pirates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rising stars will be looking to shine at Rosslyn Park 7s]]></title><description><![CDATA[By BEN JAYCOCK LUKE Mehson believes Rosslyn Park London Floodlit 7s remains one of the best shop windows in English rugby as the winger prepares to represent the hosts in this year&rsquo;s competition on June 11. The Rosslyn Park flyer will be part of a strong Park side aiming to reclaim the title in a [&hellip;]<br />
The post Rising stars will be looking to shine at Rosslyn Park 7s appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rising-stars-will-be-looking-to-shine-at-rosslyn-park-7s/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rising-stars-will-be-looking-to-shine-at-rosslyn-park-7s/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crusaders on course for a Blues battle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Rugby Pacific round-up CRUSADERS leapfrogged Blues to secure a home quarter-final next week with a 47-14 victory over Hurricanes. At the double: Sevu Reece runs in to score for Crusaders PICTURES: Getty Images Top seeds Hurricanes host Brumbies in Wellington on Friday, while defending champions Crusaders welcome Blues to Christchurch in an all-New Zealand [&hellip;]<br />
The post Crusaders on course for a Blues battle appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/crusaders-on-course-for-a-blues-battle/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/crusaders-on-course-for-a-blues-battle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very, very proud' - Peet on Wigan's Challenge Cup victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Warriors head coach Matt Peet is "very, very proud" of his team as they won their 22nd Challenge Cup. He also praised the impact his young players made during their 40-10 victory over Hull KR at Wembley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/very-very-proud-peet-on-wigans-challenge-cup-victory/</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 20:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/very-very-proud-peet-on-wigans-challenge-cup-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[French's cup return 'had been planned for a while']]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Warriors boss Matt Peet says the plan had always been for Bevan French to make his return for the Challenge Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/frenchs-cup-return-had-been-planned-for-a-while/</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/frenchs-cup-return-had-been-planned-for-a-while/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan win 22nd Challenge Cup title after beating Hull KR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bevan French scores on his return from a hamstring injury as Wigan Warriors earn their 22nd Challenge Cup title by thrashing Hull KR at a sweltering Wembley Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigan-win-22nd-challenge-cup-title-after-beating-hull-kr/</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigan-win-22nd-challenge-cup-title-after-beating-hull-kr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan overpower Hull KR for 22nd Challenge Cup title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bevan French scores on his return from injury as Wigan Warriors earn their 22nd Challenge Cup title as they thrash Hull KR at a sweltering Wembley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigan-overpower-hull-kr-for-22nd-challenge-cup-title/</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigan-overpower-hull-kr-for-22nd-challenge-cup-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['What a player!' -  Wigan's Farrimond scores solo try]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch as Jack Farrimond weaves past a few players to score for Wigan Warriors against Hull KR in the Men's Challenge Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/what-a-player-wigans-farrimond-scores-solo-try/</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/what-a-player-wigans-farrimond-scores-solo-try/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I thought I was done' - Gentles on Wigan's Challenge Cup final win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan's Kelsey Gentles returns from a career-threatening knee injury to lift the women's Challenge Cup at Wembley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/i-thought-i-was-done-gentles-on-wigans-challenge-cup-final-win/</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/i-thought-i-was-done-gentles-on-wigans-challenge-cup-final-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hunter's quadruple retains women's Challenge Cup for Wigan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch Wigan Warriors Eva Hunter score four tries against St Helens as her side secure back-to-back women's Challenge Cup titles at Wembley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hunters-quadruple-retains-womens-challenge-cup-for-wigan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 15:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hunters-quadruple-retains-womens-challenge-cup-for-wigan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan retain Women's Challenge Cup after thrashing St Helens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eva Hunter scores four tries as Wigan thrash St Helens 54-6 at Wembley to retain the Women's Challenge Cup at Wembley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigan-retain-womens-challenge-cup-after-thrashing-st-helens/</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 15:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigan-retain-womens-challenge-cup-after-thrashing-st-helens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan thrash Saints to retain Women's Challenge Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Warriors retain the Women's Challenge Cup as they thrash rivals St Helens in a clinical performance at Wembley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigan-thrash-saints-to-retain-womens-challenge-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 14:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigan-thrash-saints-to-retain-womens-challenge-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do Ireland have a genuine chance of winning the 2027 Rugby World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland go into the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia as one of the genuine contenders, and for the first time in the tournament&rsquo;s history, the draw has given them a realistic path to the semi-finals without having to navigate South Africa or New Zealand before the last four. If you&rsquo;re looking for a modern [&hellip;]<br />
The post Do Ireland have a genuine chance of winning the 2027 Rugby World Cup? appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/do-ireland-have-a-genuine-chance-of-winning-the-2027-rugby-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/do-ireland-have-a-genuine-chance-of-winning-the-2027-rugby-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Rugby Paper Roundup: Why are France dominating Europe? Top 14 boom + Rugby overtaking football]]></title><description><![CDATA[Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by Robert Graham from the Rosbifs Rugby podcast to break down the extraordinary rise of French rugby &ndash; after another weekend of total dominance in Europe.<br />
The post New Rugby Paper Roundup: Why are France dominating Europe? Top 14 boom + Rugby overtaking football appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-rugby-paper-roundup-why-are-france-dominating-europe-top-14-boom-rugby-overtaking-football/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-rugby-paper-roundup-why-are-france-dominating-europe-top-14-boom-rugby-overtaking-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Super Rugby Americas – Round 12 summary: Pampas hit back as playoff race tightens]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Round 12 of the 2026 Super Rugby Americas season, Pampas put their torrid recent run behind them in their clinical 59-0 victory over Cobras in Buenos Aires.<br />
The post 2026 Super Rugby Americas &ndash; Round 12 summary: Pampas hit back as playoff race tightens appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/2026-super-rugby-americas-round-12-summary-pampas-hit-back-as-playoff-race-tightens/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/2026-super-rugby-americas-round-12-summary-pampas-hit-back-as-playoff-race-tightens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warrington go second with win over Bradford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Warrington Wolves beat Bradford Bulls 26-12 to go second in the Super League table.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/warrington-go-second-with-win-over-bradford/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 11:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/warrington-go-second-with-win-over-bradford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leinster’s focus turns to the URC after Champions Cup heartbreak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite being significantly higher in the attack statistics Leinster once again came out on the wrong side of the Champions Cup Final.<br />
The post Leinster&rsquo;s focus turns to the URC after Champions Cup heartbreak appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinsters-focus-turns-to-the-urc-after-champions-cup-heartbreak/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 12:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinsters-focus-turns-to-the-urc-after-champions-cup-heartbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six-try Catalans win at York Knights]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Catalans Dragons score six tries in a comfortable Super League win at York Knights.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/six-try-catalans-win-at-york-knights/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/six-try-catalans-win-at-york-knights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wakefield edge to victory in Toulouse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Wakefield fight back to beat Toulouse by four points in Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wakefield-edge-to-victory-in-toulouse/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wakefield-edge-to-victory-in-toulouse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leeds score nine tries in Huddersfield romp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Leeds score nine tries in thrashing Huddersfield Giants 52-0 in Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leeds-score-nine-tries-in-huddersfield-romp/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leeds-score-nine-tries-in-huddersfield-romp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charnley scores hat-trick as Leigh thrash Hull FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Josh Charnley scores a hat-trick in Leigh Leopards' 42-6 thrashing of Hull FC in Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/charnley-scores-hat-trick-as-leigh-thrash-hull-fc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/charnley-scores-hat-trick-as-leigh-thrash-hull-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Old Albanian Saints vs Richmond: Becci de Garston-Webb confident ahead of Twickenham final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richmond captain Becci de Garston-Webb says her side are ready for their Twickenham rematch with Old Albanian Saints in Sunday&rsquo;s Championship Women&rsquo;s Final.<br />
The post Old Albanian Saints vs Richmond: Becci de Garston-Webb confident ahead of Twickenham final appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/old-albanian-saints-vs-richmond-becci-de-garston-webb-confident-ahead-of-twickenham-final/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 10:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/old-albanian-saints-vs-richmond-becci-de-garston-webb-confident-ahead-of-twickenham-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magnifique! It’s a Bordeaux-Begles Champions Cup double]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bordeaux-Begles secured back-to-back Champions Cup titles with a 41-19 demolition of Leinster in Bilbao.<br />
The post Magnifique! It&rsquo;s a Bordeaux-Begles Champions Cup double appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/magnifique-its-a-bordeaux-begles-champions-cup-double/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/magnifique-its-a-bordeaux-begles-champions-cup-double/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scott Hastings, one of Scotland’s finest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Inducted into the Scottish Rugby Hall of Fame last year, Scott Hastings will be remembered as one of Scotland&rsquo;s finest ever players.<br />
The post Scott Hastings, one of Scotland&rsquo;s finest appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scott-hastings-one-of-scotlands-finest/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scott-hastings-one-of-scotlands-finest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England’s Tommy Freeman in the frame to make his mark at 13]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tommy Freeman is set to be England&rsquo;s lucky 13 as Steve Borthwick&rsquo;s side embark on one of their toughest assignments under the head coach this summer.<br />
The post England&rsquo;s Tommy Freeman in the frame to make his mark at 13 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/englands-tommy-freeman-in-the-frame-to-make-his-mark-at-13/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/englands-tommy-freeman-in-the-frame-to-make-his-mark-at-13/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caolan Englefield: Tomos Williams has raised my game at Gloucester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucester fans are ruing another imminent big name departure from Kingsholm but Caolan Englefield is merely grateful for having the chance to hone and improve his own scrum-half skills alongside Tomos Williams.<br />
The post Caolan Englefield: Tomos Williams has raised my game at Gloucester appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/caolan-englefield-tomos-williams-has-raised-my-game-at-gloucester/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/caolan-englefield-tomos-williams-has-raised-my-game-at-gloucester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blackheath go up as Scottish relegated]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By ROGER PANTING BLACKHEATH will play in the Champ next season after beating London Scottish in the Accession Final yesterday. It is the first time Blackheath &ndash; the oldest continuous rugby club in the world founded in 1858 &ndash; have been in the second tier since 1999. Scrum-half Jordan Burns set the tempo and said: [&hellip;]<br />
The post Blackheath go up as Scottish relegated appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/blackheath-go-up-as-scottish-relegated/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/blackheath-go-up-as-scottish-relegated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women’s Six Nations 2026 review: England acclaimed as ‘best ever team’]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Mitchell feels his Red Roses side can now be ranked among the greatest English sporting teams of all time after sealing another Grand Slam in Bordeaux.<br />
The post Women&rsquo;s Six Nations 2026 review: England acclaimed as &lsquo;best ever team&rsquo; appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/womens-six-nations-2026-review-england-acclaimed-as-best-ever-team/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/womens-six-nations-2026-review-england-acclaimed-as-best-ever-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will Porter calls on Harlequins to take down the big guys in remaining Prem matches]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will Porter is aiming to rain on a few top four parades following his return to Harlequins colours after sitting on the sidelines for four months.<br />
The post Will Porter calls on Harlequins to take down the big guys in remaining Prem matches appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/will-porter-calls-on-harlequins-to-take-down-the-big-guys-in-remaining-prem-matches/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/will-porter-calls-on-harlequins-to-take-down-the-big-guys-in-remaining-prem-matches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Roses in full bloom]]></title><description><![CDATA[By BEN JAYCOCK Gill Burns Championship YORKSHIRE sent out an ominous warning to the rest of the field in the Gill Burns Women&rsquo;s County Championship with a crushing 74-0victory over Lancashire in Division 1 Pool 1. The White Rose ran riot to move top of the standings ahead of their decisive clash with Northumberland today, [&hellip;]<br />
The post White Roses in full bloom appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/white-roses-in-full-bloom/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/white-roses-in-full-bloom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uttley and Hare remember their Grand Slam glory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cheers: Roger Uttley and Dusty Hare at The Oval THE great and good gathered at The Oval earlier this week for the annual Rugby Writers&rsquo; awards and there were none more popular than the coveted RWC tankards &ndash; given for lifetime service to the game &ndash; to 1980 Grand Slam heroes Roger Uttley and Dusty [&hellip;]<br />
The post Uttley and Hare remember their Grand Slam glory appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/uttley-and-hare-remember-their-grand-slam-glory/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/uttley-and-hare-remember-their-grand-slam-glory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TRP’S TEAM OF THE TOURNAMENT]]></title><description><![CDATA[ENGLAND stormed to a 22nd title and historic 20th Grand Slam in front of record-breaking crowds across Europe. A staggering 279,760 supporters attended the 15 matches &ndash; averaging over 18,600 per game &ndash; while the tournament produced a remarkable 146 tries in five weeks of relentless attacking rugby. England again set the standard, but France [&hellip;]<br />
The post TRP&rsquo;S TEAM OF THE TOURNAMENT appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/trps-team-of-the-tournament/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/trps-team-of-the-tournament/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top RWC final ticket to cost more than £1,000]]></title><description><![CDATA[News THE top-priced ticket for next year&rsquo;s Rugby World Cup final in Australia will exceed &pound;1,000 for the first time in the tournament&rsquo;s history. A category-one seat for the November 13 showpiece at Sydney&rsquo;s Stadium is on sale for A$1,950 (&pound;1,035). The equivalent ticket at France 2023 cost &euro;950 (&pound;823). Japan 2019&rsquo;s most-expensive final seat [&hellip;]<br />
The post Top RWC final ticket to cost more than &pound;1,000 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/top-rwc-final-ticket-to-cost-more-than-1000/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/top-rwc-final-ticket-to-cost-more-than-1000/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tommy Freeman among the stars nominated for major awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tommy Freeman has been nominated for both Prem rugby and England men&rsquo;s player of the season awards.<br />
The post Tommy Freeman among the stars nominated for major awards appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tommy-freeman-among-the-stars-nominated-for-major-awards/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tommy-freeman-among-the-stars-nominated-for-major-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[“The selection of the first training squad for the new Nations Cup was all over the shop”]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dave Reddin fitness, Hardy throwing, and Sherylle Calder vision coaching. Woodward shaped the attack after Brian Ashton stepped down in 2000. Now we have a hotchpotch of three defence coaches, Richard Wigglesworth, Joe El Abd and the latest addition, Byron McGuigan, who will now focus on aerial/collision skills and back three. In addition there is [&hellip;]<br />
The post &ldquo;The selection of the first training squad for the new Nations Cup was all over the shop&rdquo; appeared first on The Rugby]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-selection-of-the-first-training-squad-for-the-new-nations-cup-was-all-over-the-shop/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-selection-of-the-first-training-squad-for-the-new-nations-cup-was-all-over-the-shop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sun is yet to set on England empire]]></title><description><![CDATA[THE sun, it seems, has yet to set on one section of England&rsquo;s empire. Bristol&rsquo;s Benhard Janse van Rensburg will be the latest in a long line of would-be Springboks, All Blacks and Wallabies to settle for wrapping themselves up in a red rose. The ex-Junior Springbok&rsquo;s qualification via the residential route, as extended from [&hellip;]<br />
The post Sun is yet to set on England empire appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sun-is-yet-to-set-on-england-empire/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sun-is-yet-to-set-on-england-empire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steward’s thumb op]]></title><description><![CDATA[LEICESTER full-back Freddie Steward has had surgery on his thumb but boss Geoff Parling hopes to have him back in time for the Prem play-offs. England ace Steward, 25, was hurt in Sunday&rsquo;s 47-33 victory at Sale, which guaranteed Tigers a place in the Prem semi-finals. The 25-year-old has started 19 games for Tigers in [&hellip;]<br />
The post Steward&rsquo;s thumb op appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/stewards-thumb-op/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/stewards-thumb-op/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steve Borthwick: My job is to build the best England team I can]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Borthwick understands criticism of his selection of South Africa-born centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg but says his job is to build the best possible England team with whichever players are eligible.<br />
The post Steve Borthwick: My job is to build the best England team I can appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/steve-borthwick-my-job-is-to-build-the-best-england-team-i-can/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/steve-borthwick-my-job-is-to-build-the-best-england-team-i-can/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sharks snap up Roe from Chiefs]]></title><description><![CDATA[SALE Sharks have signed scrum-half Xavier Roe on a two-year deal from New Zealand side Chiefs. Roe, 27, who is uncapped but featured for an All Blacks XV on a 2025 tour, said: &ldquo;I&rsquo;ve been at the Chiefs for a long time and I&rsquo;m at a stage in my career where I want to try [&hellip;]<br />
The post Sharks snap up Roe from Chiefs appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sharks-snap-up-roe-from-chiefs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sharks-snap-up-roe-from-chiefs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Semi-final line-up has three teams yet to lose]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bill Beaumont Division Two round-up By COILIN DUFFY NORTHUMBERLAND, North Midlands, Devon and Staffordshire booked their places in the Bill Beaumont Division 2 semi-finals after another high-scoring weekend of county action across the three pools. Pool 1 winners Northumberland completed a perfect campaign with a commanding 50-17 victory over Durham at Blaydon RFC. The visitors [&hellip;]<br />
The post Semi-final line-up has three teams yet to lose appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/semi-final-line-up-has-three-teams-yet-to-lose/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/semi-final-line-up-has-three-teams-yet-to-lose/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rotimi Segun’s determined to send Saracens chief Mark McCall off in style]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saracens&rsquo; Rotimi Segun hopes giving Mark McCall the perfect send off can also help the wing fulfil his England dream.<br />
The post Rotimi Segun&rsquo;s determined to send Saracens chief Mark McCall off in style appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rotimi-seguns-determined-to-send-saracens-chief-mark-mccall-off-in-style/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rotimi-seguns-determined-to-send-saracens-chief-mark-mccall-off-in-style/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Bulls let go of 26 players]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWCASTLE will release 26 players this summer when their contracts expire including scrum-half Sam Stuart, 34, who has played 134 times for the club over nine years. Winger Elliott Obatoyinbo and locks Seb de Chaves and Jamie Hodgson also depart, while Italy hooker Hame Faiva and Wales full-back Liam Williams have announced their retirements. PLAYERS [&hellip;]<br />
The post Red Bulls let go of 26 players appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/red-bulls-let-go-of-26-players/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/red-bulls-let-go-of-26-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Race for the play-offs heats up in the Premiership Women’s Rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premiership Women&rsquo;s Rugby returns on Friday night following the conclusion to the Six Nations with the race for the play-offs set for a dramatic finish.<br />
The post Race for the play-offs heats up in the Premiership Women&rsquo;s Rugby appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/race-for-the-play-offs-heats-up-in-the-premiership-womens-rugby/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/race-for-the-play-offs-heats-up-in-the-premiership-womens-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Picture perfect! Exeter Chiefs’ Olly Woodburn is enjoying his new vision]]></title><description><![CDATA[Olly Woodburn&rsquo;s switch from wing to full-back has not been his only exposure this season &ndash; he has just published a book of photographs he has taken over the last decade.<br />
The post Picture perfect! Exeter Chiefs&rsquo; Olly Woodburn is enjoying his new vision appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/picture-perfect-exeter-chiefs-olly-woodburn-is-enjoying-his-new-vision/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/picture-perfect-exeter-chiefs-olly-woodburn-is-enjoying-his-new-vision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Winterbottom: England can take on world’s best if they play with ambition and confidence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England flanker Peter Winterbottom gives his verdict on Red Rose head coach Steve Borthwick, captain Maro Itoje, and outlines how they should approach their brutal Nations Championship opener against South Africa at Ellis Park.<br />
The post Peter Winterbottom: England can take on world&rsquo;s best if they play with ambition and confidence appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-winterbottom-england-can-take-on-worlds-best-if-they-play-with-ambition-and-confidence/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-winterbottom-england-can-take-on-worlds-best-if-they-play-with-ambition-and-confidence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Jackson: Flood of tries may put Noah on alert]]></title><description><![CDATA[The muggings committed in recent rounds on a multiple basis ridicule the competition&rsquo;s avowed aim of being &lsquo;the most competitive&rsquo; league in the game.<br />
The post Peter Jackson: Flood of tries may put Noah on alert appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-flood-of-tries-may-put-noah-on-alert/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-flood-of-tries-may-put-noah-on-alert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Rees: Max Ojomoh’s mystery absence is in need of an answer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Rees wonders why Bath centre Max Ojomoh is not in the England squad as Steve Borthwick opts for Benhard Janse van Rensburg.<br />
The post Paul Rees: Max Ojomoh&rsquo;s mystery absence is in need of an answer appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-max-ojomohs-mystery-absence-is-in-need-of-an-answer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-max-ojomohs-mystery-absence-is-in-need-of-an-answer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ojomoh deserves his chance to shine]]></title><description><![CDATA[I HAVE no issue with Steve Borthwick selecting Benhard Janse van Rensburg for the England training squad. The rules are the rules as thought up by World Rugby and the Bristol centre will soon be eligible after five years playing in the Prem. Previous England head coaches have done likewise. My only concern is that [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ojomoh deserves his chance to shine appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ojomoh-deserves-his-chance-to-shine/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ojomoh-deserves-his-chance-to-shine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Cain: England are unbalanced – both on and off the field]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Borthwick&rsquo;s England squads get stranger by the minute, whether you are looking at player selection, or that of his coaching team.<br />
The post Nick Cain: England are unbalanced &ndash; both on and off the field appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-england-are-unbalanced-both-on-and-off-the-field/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-england-are-unbalanced-both-on-and-off-the-field/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Two West Dream Team: 7-up! Camborne provide the class]]></title><description><![CDATA[The best XV from 2025-26 as voted by our correspondents<br />
The post National Two West Dream Team: 7-up! Camborne provide the class appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/national-two-west-dream-team-7-up-camborne-provide-the-class/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/national-two-west-dream-team-7-up-camborne-provide-the-class/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Life in Rugby: Laura Delgado – Rugby rescued me when I was in a dark place]]></title><description><![CDATA[Laura Delgado, below, the former Spain, DMP Sharks, Exeter, Gloucester-Hartpury, Harlequins and Hawke&rsquo;s Bay prop, who retired this month, reflects on her life in rugby.<br />
The post My Life in Rugby: Laura Delgado &ndash; Rugby rescued me when I was in a dark place appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-life-in-rugby-laura-delgado-rugby-rescued-me-when-i-was-in-a-dark-place/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-life-in-rugby-laura-delgado-rugby-rescued-me-when-i-was-in-a-dark-place/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murphy happy to take the positives]]></title><description><![CDATA[DESPITE suffering heartbreak in Bilbao, Ulster boss Richie Murphy reflected on how far his side have come in 12 months. Ulster finished 14 points better off than the previous URC campaign and moved from 14th to ninth in the table, as well as reaching a first European final in 14 years. The Northern Irish province [&hellip;]<br />
The post Murphy happy to take the positives appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/murphy-happy-to-take-the-positives/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/murphy-happy-to-take-the-positives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montpellier 59-26 Ulster: Billy Vunipola is enjoying his days in the sun]]></title><description><![CDATA[Billy Vunipola starred as Montpellier ended Ulster&rsquo;s hopes of a first trophy in 20 years with a ruthless triumph in Bilbao that sealed the French side&rsquo;s third Challenge Cup in 10 years.<br />
The post Montpellier 59-26 Ulster: Billy Vunipola is enjoying his days in the sun appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/montpellier-59-26-ulster-billy-vunipola-is-enjoying-his-days-in-the-sun/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/montpellier-59-26-ulster-billy-vunipola-is-enjoying-his-days-in-the-sun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[London Scottish 7-27 Blackheath: The Club far too strong for second-rate Scots]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blackheath returned to the second tier of English rugby for the first time since 1999 as they crushed London Scottish in the first Champ Accession Final.<br />
The post London Scottish 7-27 Blackheath: The Club far too strong for second-rate Scots appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/london-scottish-7-27-blackheath-the-club-far-too-strong-for-second-rate-scots/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/london-scottish-7-27-blackheath-the-club-far-too-strong-for-second-rate-scots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lloyd Williams to enjoy final send-off for Worcester Warriors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester Warriors ensured scrum-half Lloyd Williams will play one more game before he retires after stunning Ealing Trailfinders in yesterday&rsquo;s Champ semi-final.<br />
The post Lloyd Williams to enjoy final send-off for Worcester Warriors appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lloyd-williams-to-enjoy-final-send-off-for-worcester-warriors/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lloyd-williams-to-enjoy-final-send-off-for-worcester-warriors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LAST SUNDAY RECAP]]></title><description><![CDATA[ENGLAND sealed an eighth consecutive Women&rsquo;s Six Nations title and a fifth straight Grand Slam with a thrilling 43-28 victory over France in Bordeaux. In front of a packed and hostile Stade Matmut Atlantique, France struck first through star scrum-half Pauline Bourdon-Sansus after a stunning counter-attack sparked by L&eacute;a Murie&rsquo;selectric break. But England responded with [&hellip;]<br />
The post LAST SUNDAY RECAP appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/last-sunday-recap/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/last-sunday-recap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury is still out on the Red Bull experiment]]></title><description><![CDATA[RED Bull&rsquo;s franchise experiment with Newcastle took a new turn this week when they announced that 26 players, some of them, like nine-season scrum-half Sam Stuart, with long associations with the club, will depart this summer when their contracts expire. The new owners will be shipping in a fresh batch of players who are essentially [&hellip;]<br />
The post Jury is still out on the Red Bull experiment appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jury-is-still-out-on-the-red-bull-experiment/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jury-is-still-out-on-the-red-bull-experiment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeremy Guscott: For me, Max Ojomoh’s absence from Steve Borthwick’s England squad is strange]]></title><description><![CDATA[The selection of Bristol Bears&rsquo; South African-born centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg for England&rsquo;s first Nations Championship training squad is a controversial call by Steve Borthwick.<br />
The post Jeremy Guscott: For me, Max Ojomoh&rsquo;s absence from Steve Borthwick&rsquo;s England squad is strange appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-for-me-max-ojomohs-absence-from-steve-borthwicks-england-squad-is-strange/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-for-me-max-ojomohs-absence-from-steve-borthwicks-england-squad-is-strange/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Investment boost likely, says owner]]></title><description><![CDATA[GLOUCESTER owner Martin St Quinton says there is &ldquo;greater appetite&rdquo; to invest in Prem rugby now relegation has been officially scrapped. Promotion and relegation to and from the top flight will be abolished from next season. Clubs will now have to apply to join in future, where they will be assessed across a variety of [&hellip;]<br />
The post Investment boost likely, says owner appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/investment-boost-likely-says-owner/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/investment-boost-likely-says-owner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hampshire edge 99-point thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[By MO SHER Bill Beaumont Division Three round-up IF you were after entertainment yesterday, Havant was the place to be as Hampshire and Surrey played out a 13-try, 99-point thriller &ndash; the hosts winning it 51-48. Surrey &ndash; already eliminated following their defeat against Sussex &ndash; matched a more experienced Hampshire side stride-for-stride. Hampshire knew [&hellip;]<br />
The post Hampshire edge 99-point thriller appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hampshire-edge-99-point-thriller/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hampshire-edge-99-point-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grieve’s on a double quest for Richmond – and Portugal]]></title><description><![CDATA[nBy CHRIS COLLYER Positive: Callum Grieve in action for Richmond CALLUM Grieve relished Richmond&rsquo;s win over rivals London Scottish in last weekend&rsquo;s Champ relegation play-off and will be looking to push his side up the table next season &ndash; and pull on the national jersey of Portugal. With parents hailing from both Portugal and Scotland [&hellip;]<br />
The post Grieve&rsquo;s on a double quest for Richmond &ndash; and Portugal appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/grieves-on-a-double-quest-for-richmond-and-portugal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/grieves-on-a-double-quest-for-richmond-and-portugal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Wales centre Lewis dies at 84]]></title><description><![CDATA[FORMER Wales and British and Irish Lions centre Arthur Lewis has died at the age of 84. He made 11 Wales appearances, scoring one try, and captained the side three times. Lewis, below, an electrician by trade, starred for Ebbw Vale at a time when they were one of Welsh rugby&rsquo;s leading clubs. Having played [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ex-Wales centre Lewis dies at 84 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ex-wales-centre-lewis-dies-at-84/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ex-wales-centre-lewis-dies-at-84/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England’s Zoe Stratford and Tatyana Heard leave Gloucester Hartpury as champions]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Zoe Stratford and fellow World Cup winner Tatyana Heard will leave three-time reigning PWR champions Gloucester Hartpury at the end of the season &ldquo;to pursue new challenges&rdquo;.<br />
The post England&rsquo;s Zoe Stratford and Tatyana Heard leave Gloucester Hartpury as champions appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/englands-zoe-stratford-and-tatyana-heard-leave-gloucester-hartpury-as-champions/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/englands-zoe-stratford-and-tatyana-heard-leave-gloucester-hartpury-as-champions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ENGLAND SQUAD]]></title><description><![CDATA[FORWARDS: Jamie Blamire (Leicester Tigers), Ollie Chessum (Leicester Tigers), Arthur Clark (Gloucester Rugby), Alex Coles (Northampton Saints), Chandler Cunningham-South (Harlequins), Tom Curry (Sale Sharks), Theo Dan (Saracens), Alex Dombrandt (Harlequins), Ben Earl (Saracens), Ellis Genge (Bristol Bears), Jamie George (Saracens), Joe Heyes (Leicester Tigers), Nick Isiekwe (Saracens), Maro Itoje (Saracens), Emmanuel Iyogun (Northampton Saints), George [&hellip;]<br />
The post ENGLAND SQUAD appeared]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-squad/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Edwards will need to boost defence]]></title><description><![CDATA[JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN Under pressure: France defence coach Shaun Edwards and, inset, Geoffrey Doumayrou, top, and Aurelien Cologni PICTURES: Alamy, Getty Images FRANCE, you may recall, retained the senior men&rsquo;s Six Nations earlier this year, a Thomas Ramos penalty with the clock in the red finally settling a chaotic kit-clash of a decider against [&hellip;]<br />
The post Edwards will need to boost defence appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/edwards-will-need-to-boost-defence/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/edwards-will-need-to-boost-defence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ealing Trailfinders 29-34 Worcester Warriors: Slick Jake Garside grabs the glory to stun Ealing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jake Garside&rsquo;s dramatic last-gasp try sent Worcester Warriors into the Champ final with a thrilling victory over Ealing Trailfinders in a gripping semi-final played in sweltering conditions at Vallis Way.<br />
The post Ealing Trailfinders 29-34 Worcester Warriors: Slick Jake Garside grabs the glory to stun Ealing appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ealing-trailfinders-29-34-worcester-warriors-slick-jake-garside-grabs-the-glory-to-stun-ealing/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ealing-trailfinders-29-34-worcester-warriors-slick-jake-garside-grabs-the-glory-to-stun-ealing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunn back for semis]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWS EXTRA BATH hooker Tom Dunn has been banned for two games after receiving a red card for a dangerous tackle in the win against Newcastle last weekend. He will be available for the Prem semi-final if he completes a coaching course. &#9632; Scarlets have signed hooker George Roberts, 28, after impressing in the Champ [&hellip;]<br />
The post Dunn back for semis appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dunn-back-for-semis/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dunn-back-for-semis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cornwall 73-14 Kent: Trelawny’s Army ready to march on]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roared on by a huge crowd Cornwall took a giant step on the road to another Twickenham final with an 11-try win against Kent.<br />
The post Cornwall 73-14 Kent: Trelawny&rsquo;s Army ready to march on appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cornwall-73-14-kent-trelawnys-army-ready-to-march-on/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cornwall-73-14-kent-trelawnys-army-ready-to-march-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Hewett: When fresh ambition takes on old rivalries]]></title><description><![CDATA[World Rugby moves at a pace best described as geological &ndash; in a footrace with continental drift, the non-governing governing body would be left in the starting blocks &ndash; but once in a blue moon, it does something sufficiently radical to suggest that it might be on the brink of life.<br />
The post Chris Hewett: When fresh ambition takes on old rivalries appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chris-hewett-when-fresh-ambition-takes-on-old-rivalries/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chris-hewett-when-fresh-ambition-takes-on-old-rivalries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardiff give us reason to cheer]]></title><description><![CDATA[IT is asking a lot, admittedly, but we should at least try to find a way of rising above the negatives of rugby&rsquo;s recent days: the paint-drying spectacle (the word is used in its most pejorative sense) of the Northampton-Bristol &ldquo;match&rdquo;, in which the visitors rubbed our noses in it by securing an &ldquo;attacking bonus [&hellip;]<br />
The post Cardiff give us reason to cheer appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-give-us-reason-to-cheer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-give-us-reason-to-cheer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardiff flanker Dan Thomas insists 6,000-mile trip won’t bother the Welsh side]]></title><description><![CDATA[The URC reaches knock-out phase next weekend with Cardiff facing the journey to Cape Town to take on the Stormers.<br />
The post Cardiff flanker Dan Thomas insists 6,000-mile trip won&rsquo;t bother the Welsh side appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-flanker-dan-thomas-insists-6000-mile-trip-wont-bother-the-welsh-side/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-flanker-dan-thomas-insists-6000-mile-trip-wont-bother-the-welsh-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bristol’s try bonus point ‘a nonsense’]]></title><description><![CDATA[BRENDAN Gallagher, in his report of the Saints v Bears game, rightly remarked on the nonsense of Bristol earning a bonus point despite the humiliation of conceding 94 points. The purpose of the bonus point system should be to award a winning team one for a convincing victory and a losing team one for a [&hellip;]<br />
The post Bristol&rsquo;s try bonus point &lsquo;a nonsense&rsquo; appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bristols-try-bonus-point-a-nonsense/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bristols-try-bonus-point-a-nonsense/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brendan Gallagher: The day Scott Hastings proved he was a great team player]]></title><description><![CDATA[All the tributes to Scott Hasting have included mention of his bubbling personality and constant positivity at all times and I have good reason to gratefully illustrate that and much more besides.<br />
The post Brendan Gallagher: The day Scott Hastings proved he was a great team player appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brendan-gallagher-the-day-scott-hastings-proved-he-was-a-great-team-player/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brendan-gallagher-the-day-scott-hastings-proved-he-was-a-great-team-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bordeaux-Begles 41-19 Leinster: French giants put on another vintage show]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maxime Lucu was crowned the king of Bordeaux after his 21-point tally helped guide his Begles past Leinster who suffered further European heartbreak.<br />
The post Bordeaux-Begles 41-19 Leinster: French giants put on another vintage show appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bordeaux-begles-41-19-leinster-french-giants-put-on-another-vintage-show/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bordeaux-begles-41-19-leinster-french-giants-put-on-another-vintage-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bedford Blues 58-24 Coventry: Cov cut down as Blues save best until last]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bedford Blues put in a performance for the ages as they overturned a half-time deficit to completely dismantle Coventry at Goldington Road and book their passage through to the Champ final.<br />
The post Bedford Blues 58-24 Coventry: Cov cut down as Blues save best until last appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bedford-blues-58-24-coventry-cov-cut-down-as-blues-save-best-until-last/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bedford-blues-58-24-coventry-cov-cut-down-as-blues-save-best-until-last/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Australia’s Len Ikitau sets his sights on World Cup spot after deciding to leave Exeter Chiefs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Len Ikitau is returning to Australia at the end of the season to pursue his dream of playing in a World Cup.<br />
The post Australia&rsquo;s Len Ikitau sets his sights on World Cup spot after deciding to leave Exeter Chiefs appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/australias-len-ikitau-sets-his-sights-on-world-cup-spot-after-deciding-to-leave-exeter-chiefs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/australias-len-ikitau-sets-his-sights-on-world-cup-spot-after-deciding-to-leave-exeter-chiefs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another major award for Ellie]]></title><description><![CDATA[ENGLAND full-back Ellie Kildunne was voted the Rugby Union Writers&rsquo; Club personality of the year on Monday, a day after scoring two tries in the 43-28 win over France to seal the Grand Slam. Kildunne, w, wins the prestigious be-award 50 years after Wales and Lions great Mervyn Davies was the first recipient in 1976. [&hellip;]<br />
The post Another major award for Ellie appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/another-major-award-for-ellie/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/another-major-award-for-ellie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crusaders hold off late Chiefs]]></title><description><![CDATA[World Rugby Super Rugby Pacific By BEN JAYCOCK CRUSADERS secured their place in the finals with a thrilling 36-32 win over Chiefs at One NZ Stadium. Captain David Havili proved the difference, scoring the decisive try with four minutes remaining after launching a brilliant 50-22 kick from deep. Crusaders survived a frantic final attack as [&hellip;]<br />
The post Crusaders hold off late Chiefs appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/crusaders-hold-off-late-chiefs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/crusaders-hold-off-late-chiefs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All Blacks prop joins Ulster coaching staff]]></title><description><![CDATA[ULSTER have appointed former New Zealand prop Clarke Dermody as forwards coach. The 46-year-old, who joins this summer, will replace Jimmy Duffy. Dermody will move to Ulster from Super Rugby side Highlanders. &ldquo;While we are sad to say goodbye to Jimmy Duffy, we are very excited to be welcoming Clarke to Ulster this summer,&rdquo; said [&hellip;]<br />
The post All Blacks prop joins Ulster coaching staff appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/all-blacks-prop-joins-ulster-coaching-staff/</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/all-blacks-prop-joins-ulster-coaching-staff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['McIlroy and mentality' - Bordeaux leading French rugby's golden era]]></title><description><![CDATA[From Rory McIlroy to mentality, Bordeaux are leading a golden era as France complete a Six Nations, Champions Cup and Challenge Cup clean sweep.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mcilroy-and-mentality-bordeaux-leading-french-rugbys-golden-era/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 22:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mcilroy-and-mentality-bordeaux-leading-french-rugbys-golden-era/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How have Ulster progressed despite Bilbao heartbreak?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ulster head coach Richie Murphy accepts his side were second best to Montpellier in the Challenge Cup final, but how have they progressed this season?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/how-have-ulster-progressed-despite-bilbao-heartbreak/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 00:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/how-have-ulster-progressed-despite-bilbao-heartbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ruthless Montpellier end Ulster's Challenge Cup dream]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ruthless Montpellier ended Ulster's hopes of winning a first trophy in 20 years with a 59-26 victory in the Challenge Cup final in Bilbao.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ruthless-montpellier-end-ulsters-challenge-cup-dream/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ruthless-montpellier-end-ulsters-challenge-cup-dream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leinster bury memories good and bad before final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leinster head coach Leo Cullen says his side will face a "serious challenge" in Saturday's Champions Cup final with holders Bordeaux.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-bury-memories-good-and-bad-before-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-bury-memories-good-and-bad-before-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lewis scores hat-trick as Hull KR rout Wigan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Mikey Lewis scores a hat-trick in Hull KR's 62-4 thrashing of much-changed Wigan Warriors in Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lewis-scores-hat-trick-as-hull-kr-rout-wigan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lewis-scores-hat-trick-as-hull-kr-rout-wigan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jones and Wafer make Six Nations player shortlist]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Meg Jones and Ireland's talismanic back row Aoife Wafer are on the shortlist for the player of this year's Women's Six Nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jones-and-wafer-make-six-nations-player-shortlist/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jones-and-wafer-make-six-nations-player-shortlist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle release 26 players in summer clear-out]]></title><description><![CDATA[With 23 players arriving for 2026-27, Newcastle Red Bulls announce the departures of 26 players from their first-team squad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/newcastle-release-26-players-in-summer-clear-out/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/newcastle-release-26-players-in-summer-clear-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caelan Doris leads Leinster with Lions stars at his disposal for Champions Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ever-reliable Leinster and Ireland back row Caelan Doris will captain his side in Bilbao as they chase a long-awaited fifth star in Saturday&rsquo;s Champions Cup final against Bordeaux-B&egrave;gles.<br />
The post Caelan Doris leads Leinster with Lions stars at his disposal for Champions Cup final appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/caelan-doris-leads-leinster-with-lions-stars-at-his-disposal-for-champions-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/caelan-doris-leads-leinster-with-lions-stars-at-his-disposal-for-champions-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leinster's O'Brien fit for final as Lowe misses out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leinster winger Tommy O'Brien passes a fitness check and will start Saturday's Investec Champions Cup final against Bordeaux-Begles at San Mames Stadium (14:45 BST).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinsters-obrien-fit-for-final-as-lowe-misses-out/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinsters-obrien-fit-for-final-as-lowe-misses-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Rugby Paper Roundup: Women’s Six Nations Grand Slam drama + Lions excitement ft Ruck Star Lizzie]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this week&rsquo;s episode of The Rugby Paper Roundup, Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by rugby content creator and social media personality Ruck Star Lizzie to react to a dramatic final round of the Women&rsquo;s Six Nations &mdash; and look ahead to what feels like a huge new era for the women&rsquo;s game.<br />
The post New Rugby Paper Roundup: Women&rsquo;s Six Nations Grand Slam drama + Lions excitement ft Ruck Star Lizzie appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-rugby-paper-roundup-womens-six-nations-grand-slam-drama-lions-excitement-ft-ruck-star-lizzie/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-rugby-paper-roundup-womens-six-nations-grand-slam-drama-lions-excitement-ft-ruck-star-lizzie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stratford leaves Gloucester-Hartpury and Heard joins Sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Zoe Stratford will leave three-time reigning PWR champions Gloucester-Hartpury at the end of the season while team-mate Tatyana Heard joins Sale.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/stratford-leaves-gloucester-hartpury-and-heard-joins-sale/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/stratford-leaves-gloucester-hartpury-and-heard-joins-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Hair Transplant in Turkey with TurkHairIndex: A Complete Guide for Patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Among the platforms helping patients make informed decisions, TurkHairIndex stands out as a reliable and informative guide for anyone considering hair restoration in Turkey.<br />
The post Understanding Hair Transplant in Turkey with TurkHairIndex: A Complete Guide for Patients appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/understanding-hair-transplant-in-turkey-with-turkhairindex-a-complete-guide-for-patients/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/understanding-hair-transplant-in-turkey-with-turkhairindex-a-complete-guide-for-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No excuses for Cardiff with South Africa trip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cardiff say there will be excuses when they travel to face South Africa next weekend for the URC play-off quarter-final against Stormers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/no-excuses-for-cardiff-with-south-africa-trip/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/no-excuses-for-cardiff-with-south-africa-trip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From bankruptcy to 'people's team' - Bordeaux's rise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bordeaux Begles&rsquo; remarkable rise sees them chasing back-to-back Investec Champions Cups on Saturday after gaining promotion to France's top flight in 2011.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/from-bankruptcy-to-peoples-team-bordeauxs-rise/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 09:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/from-bankruptcy-to-peoples-team-bordeauxs-rise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Wales prop held heart in his hands after life-saving surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Wales international Rhys Thomas recently had a heart transplant in his hometown of Cape Town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ex-wales-prop-held-heart-in-his-hands-after-life-saving-surgery/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ex-wales-prop-held-heart-in-his-hands-after-life-saving-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weakened Wigan thrashed by Hull KR in final tune-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Wigan Warriors side including 10 debutants are thrashed by champions Hull KR before their Challenge Cup final meeting on 30 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/weakened-wigan-thrashed-by-hull-kr-in-final-tune-up/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 22:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/weakened-wigan-thrashed-by-hull-kr-in-final-tune-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['More appetite' to invest in Prem rugby says Gloucester owner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucester owner Martin St Quinton says there is "more appetite" for new investment in Prem rugby now relegation has been scrapped.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/more-appetite-to-invest-in-prem-rugby-says-gloucester-owner/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/more-appetite-to-invest-in-prem-rugby-says-gloucester-owner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warrington sign Leeds half-back Croft]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington Wolves sign Leeds Rhinos half-back Brodie Croft on a three-year deal for the 2027 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/warrington-sign-leeds-half-back-croft/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/warrington-sign-leeds-half-back-croft/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuima to leave Quins after seven years]]></title><description><![CDATA[England centre Lagi Tuima will leave Harlequins Women at the end of the season, after seven years at the club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tuima-to-leave-quins-after-seven-years/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tuima-to-leave-quins-after-seven-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monaghan signs new Gloucester-Hartpury deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland second-row forward Sam Monaghan signs a new contract with Gloucester-Hartpury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/monaghan-signs-new-gloucester-hartpury-deal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/monaghan-signs-new-gloucester-hartpury-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter prop Painter signs new contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter prop Ehren Painter signs a new deal with the Prem club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-prop-painter-signs-new-contract/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-prop-painter-signs-new-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Balogun's journey to England debut after cancer diagnosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol Bears' Christiana Balogun on how it felt to make her England debut this spring, four years after being diagnosed with cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/baloguns-journey-to-england-debut-after-cancer-diagnosis/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/baloguns-journey-to-england-debut-after-cancer-diagnosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bedford Blues 'ripe for investment' - Rayer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bedford Blues' director of rugby Mike Rayer believes the Champ club is an attractive proposition for any potential investor.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bedford-blues-ripe-for-investment-rayer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bedford-blues-ripe-for-investment-rayer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England star left bankrupt and penniless after selling £2.4m mansion gets more bad news]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former World Cup winner has been hit with another financial issue worth &pound;500,000.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-star-left-bankrupt-and-penniless-after-selling-24m-mansion-gets-more-bad-news/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-star-left-bankrupt-and-penniless-after-selling-24m-mansion-gets-more-bad-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers full-back Steward undergoes thumb surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tigers head coach Geoff Parling hopes the full back will be available for the play-offs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tigers-full-back-steward-undergoes-thumb-surgery/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tigers-full-back-steward-undergoes-thumb-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester will give everything at Ealing - Everard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ealing are "out-and-out favourites" for Saturday's Champ play-off semi-final says Worcester head coach Matt Everard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/worcester-will-give-everything-at-ealing-everard/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/worcester-will-give-everything-at-ealing-everard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys and Scarlets yet to sign WRU deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ospreys chief executive Lance Bradley has confirmed the region is yet to sign Welsh rugby's latest Professional Rugby Agreement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-and-scarlets-yet-to-sign-wru-deal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 11:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-and-scarlets-yet-to-sign-wru-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leinster's complicated history with Champions Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ahead of the Investec Champions Cup final, Leinster's Garry Ringrose and Robin McBryde talk evolution, past heartbreak and Bordeaux.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinsters-complicated-history-with-champions-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 09:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinsters-complicated-history-with-champions-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Freeman nominated for Prem and England men's awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints wing Tommy Freeman is nominated for both the Prem and England men's player of the season awards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/freeman-nominated-for-prem-and-england-mens-awards/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 09:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/freeman-nominated-for-prem-and-england-mens-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jai Arrow's team-mates react as rugby star retires aged 30 with motor neurone disease]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jai Arrow announced his immediate retirement earlier this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jai-arrows-team-mates-react-as-rugby-star-retires-aged-30-with-motor-neurone-disease/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 09:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jai-arrows-team-mates-react-as-rugby-star-retires-aged-30-with-motor-neurone-disease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jai Arrow's heartbreaking admission on daughter as he reveals MND affecting speech at 30]]></title><description><![CDATA[The NRL star has revealed that MND is already impacting his speech as he labels his one-year-old daughter his inspiration]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jai-arrows-heartbreaking-admission-on-daughter-as-he-reveals-mnd-affecting-speech-at-30/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 07:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jai-arrows-heartbreaking-admission-on-daughter-as-he-reveals-mnd-affecting-speech-at-30/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Spielberg war epic starring Tom Hanks]]></title><description><![CDATA[A troop of Americans are sent to find and return a single soldier after D-Day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/a-spielberg-war-epic-starring-tom-hanks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 02:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/a-spielberg-war-epic-starring-tom-hanks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradford sign half-back Dean until end of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bradford Bulls sign half-back Riley Dean from Championship side Oldham until the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bradford-sign-half-back-dean-until-end-of-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bradford-sign-half-back-dean-until-end-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['No surprise' McNamara has thrived in Bordeaux]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leinster centre Garry Ringrose feels it is "no surprise" former academy head Noel McNamara is enjoying success at Bordeaux-Begles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/no-surprise-mcnamara-has-thrived-in-bordeaux/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/no-surprise-mcnamara-has-thrived-in-bordeaux/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Courtney Lawes’ Prem performances to be monitored as he targets England comeback]]></title><description><![CDATA[Courtney Lawes&rsquo; performances in the Gallagher Prem next season will be monitored closely by Steve Borthwick as the England great targets an international comeback.<br />
The post Courtney Lawes&rsquo; Prem performances to be monitored as he targets England comeback appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/courtney-lawes-prem-performances-to-be-monitored-as-he-targets-england-comeback/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/courtney-lawes-prem-performances-to-be-monitored-as-he-targets-england-comeback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rugby Union Weekly: Borthwick on Janse van Rensburg, RFU review &amp; summer schedule]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris catches up with Steve Borthwick for the first time since the Six Nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-union-weekly-borthwick-on-janse-van-rensburg-rfu-review-amp-summer-schedule/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-union-weekly-borthwick-on-janse-van-rensburg-rfu-review-amp-summer-schedule/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Wales and Lions centre Lewis dies aged 84]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arthur Lewis, a member of the 1971 Grand Slam-winning Wales team and former British and Irish Lion, dies aged 84.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ex-wales-and-lions-centre-lewis-dies-aged-84/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ex-wales-and-lions-centre-lewis-dies-aged-84/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jai Arrow reveals shock motor neurone disease diagnosis aged just 30]]></title><description><![CDATA[The top rugby player revealed the devastating news in a press conference.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jai-arrow-reveals-shock-motor-neurone-disease-diagnosis-aged-just-30/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 09:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jai-arrow-reveals-shock-motor-neurone-disease-diagnosis-aged-just-30/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jai Arrow diagnosed with motor neurone disease as rugby star retires aged just 30]]></title><description><![CDATA[The top rugby player revealed the devastating news in a press conference.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jai-arrow-diagnosed-with-motor-neurone-disease-as-rugby-star-retires-aged-just-30/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 09:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jai-arrow-diagnosed-with-motor-neurone-disease-as-rugby-star-retires-aged-just-30/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NRL star Arrow retires at 30 after MND diagnosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Sydney Rabbitohs forward Jai Arrow announces his immediate retirement after being diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) at the age of 30.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nrl-star-arrow-retires-at-30-after-mnd-diagnosis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 09:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nrl-star-arrow-retires-at-30-after-mnd-diagnosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My job is to build best team' - Borthwick on Janse van Rensburg pick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Steve Borthwick says his job is to build the best possible England team after opting to call up former 'Baby Bok' Benhard Janse van Rensburg.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-job-is-to-build-best-team-borthwick-on-janse-van-rensburg-pick/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-job-is-to-build-best-team-borthwick-on-janse-van-rensburg-pick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doubts, trophies &amp; Tonga - Vunipola's fresh start]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ahead of the Challenge Cup final against Ulster, Montpellier back row Billy Vunipola talks doubts, trophies and turning down the chance to play for Tonga.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/doubts-trophies-amp-tonga-vunipolas-fresh-start/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 20:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/doubts-trophies-amp-tonga-vunipolas-fresh-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Hull FC coach Cartwright takes over at Catalans]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Cartwright is released from his contract at Hull FC to lead Catalans Dragons for the rest of the 2026 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ex-hull-fc-coach-cartwright-takes-over-at-catalans/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ex-hull-fc-coach-cartwright-takes-over-at-catalans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradford to play Leigh in Las Vegas in 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bradford Bulls and Leigh Leopards will contest the third Super League game to be staged at the home of NFL franchise Las Vegas Raiders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bradford-to-play-leigh-in-las-vegas-in-2027/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bradford-to-play-leigh-in-las-vegas-in-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull KR full-back Mourgue could miss 12 weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull KR full-back Arthur Mourgue is ruled out for up to 12 weeks with a pectoral injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-kr-full-back-mourgue-could-miss-12-weeks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-kr-full-back-mourgue-could-miss-12-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brain injury legal action faces threat of collapse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rugby's multi-million-pound concussion legal action could be close to collapse as authorities seek to establish if a deadline for information on the majority of cases involved has been breached.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brain-injury-legal-action-faces-threat-of-collapse/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brain-injury-legal-action-faces-threat-of-collapse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 2027 Rugby World Cup final ticket to cost £1,035]]></title><description><![CDATA[The top-priced ticket for next year's Rugby World Cup final will exceed &pound;1,000 for the first time in the tournament's history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/top-2027-rugby-world-cup-final-ticket-to-cost-1035/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/top-2027-rugby-world-cup-final-ticket-to-cost-1035/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[United Rugby Championship unveil 2026-27 fixtures]]></title><description><![CDATA[The United Rugby Championship fixtures for the 2026-27 season are released more than a month before the current season finishes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/united-rugby-championship-unveil-2026-27-fixtures/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/united-rugby-championship-unveil-2026-27-fixtures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ulster's Bell hoping 'to create some memories']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ulster prop Angus Bell says it would be a "huge honour" to be part of a first Ulster team to lift silverware for 20 years as the side prepare to face Montpellier in Friday's Challenge Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulsters-bell-hoping-to-create-some-memories/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 09:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulsters-bell-hoping-to-create-some-memories/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The real-life story of the original rebel girls of football]]></title><description><![CDATA[The incredible real-life story of the original rebel girls of football &ndash; the Corinthians.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-real-life-story-of-the-original-rebel-girls-of-football/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-real-life-story-of-the-original-rebel-girls-of-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who makes Women's Six Nations team of the championship?]]></title><description><![CDATA[How many players from Grand Slam winners England make the statisticians' Women's Six Nations team of the tournament?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/who-makes-womens-six-nations-team-of-the-championship/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/who-makes-womens-six-nations-team-of-the-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Youthful Ulster 'would love to be part of history']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ulster head coach Richie Murphy says his side would "love to be part of history" as they prepare to take on Montpellier in the Challenge Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/youthful-ulster-would-love-to-be-part-of-history/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/youthful-ulster-would-love-to-be-part-of-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baloucoune could feature in Challenge Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland wing Robert Baloucoune is in contention to play for Ulster in Friday's Challenge Cup final with Montpellier as he returns to full training ahead of schedule.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/baloucoune-could-feature-in-challenge-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/baloucoune-could-feature-in-challenge-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Janse van Rensburg England call-up not right, says Care]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England scrum-half Danny Care criticises the selection of South Africa-born Benhard Janse van Rensburg in the England training squad for this summer's Tests.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/janse-van-rensburg-england-call-up-not-right-says-care/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/janse-van-rensburg-england-call-up-not-right-says-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O'Brien an injury worry for Leinster before final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leinster wing Tommy O'Brien is an injury doubt before Saturday's Champions Cup final against Bordeaux-Begles in Bilbao.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/obrien-an-injury-worry-for-leinster-before-final/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/obrien-an-injury-worry-for-leinster-before-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benhard Janse van Rensburg lined up for England bow after making training squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Benhard Janse van Rensburg has been included in an England squad for the first time to raise the prospect of making his international debut this summer.<br />
The post Benhard Janse van Rensburg lined up for England bow after making training squad appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/benhard-janse-van-rensburg-lined-up-for-england-bow-after-making-training-squad/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/benhard-janse-van-rensburg-lined-up-for-england-bow-after-making-training-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull FC's Aydin gets six-match ban for tip tackle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull FC prop Yusuf Aydin is banned for six games for a tip tackle on Bradford Bulls full-back Caleb Aekins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-fcs-aydin-gets-six-match-ban-for-tip-tackle/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-fcs-aydin-gets-six-match-ban-for-tip-tackle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradford grind out narrow win over Hull FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Bradford Bulls end a five-match winless run with a narrow 16-14 super League victory over Hull FC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bradford-grind-out-narrow-win-over-hull-fc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bradford-grind-out-narrow-win-over-hull-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradford hold out for tight win over Hull FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bradford Bulls end their five-match winless run with a narrow victory over 12-man Hull FC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bradford-hold-out-for-tight-win-over-hull-fc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bradford-hold-out-for-tight-win-over-hull-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradford Bulls grind out narrow win over Hull FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Bradford Bulls grind out a narrow win over Hull FC in Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bradford-bulls-grind-out-narrow-win-over-hull-fc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bradford-bulls-grind-out-narrow-win-over-hull-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former England cricket captain MJK Smith dies aged 92 as tributes pour in]]></title><description><![CDATA[MJK Smith, the former England cricket captain who led the side 25 times and also played rugby union for England, has died aged 92.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/former-england-cricket-captain-mjk-smith-dies-aged-92-as-tributes-pour-in/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/former-england-cricket-captain-mjk-smith-dies-aged-92-as-tributes-pour-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England call up former 'Baby Bok' Janse van Rensburg]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former South Africa Under-20 centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg could make his England debut this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-call-up-former-baby-bok-janse-van-rensburg/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-call-up-former-baby-bok-janse-van-rensburg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Embarrassing Bristol defeat not a great look for the Prem']]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton's 94-33 demolition of Bristol was not what most neutral fans wanted, writes rugby union correspondent Chris Jones.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/embarrassing-bristol-defeat-not-a-great-look-for-the-prem/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/embarrassing-bristol-defeat-not-a-great-look-for-the-prem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Half-back Croft to leave Leeds at end of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leeds Rhinos confirm that half-back Brodie Croft is to leave the club at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/half-back-croft-to-leave-leeds-at-end-of-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/half-back-croft-to-leave-leeds-at-end-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What next for Wales after another winless Six Nations?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Sean Lynn is under pressure but does he have the players to lift Wales from a second successive Six Nations Wooden Spoon?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/what-next-for-wales-after-another-winless-six-nations/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 11:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/what-next-for-wales-after-another-winless-six-nations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter batteries drained in Harlequins loss - Baxter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter boss Rob Baxter says his side looked like a team in need of a rest during their 41-24 defeat by Harlequins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-batteries-drained-in-harlequins-loss-baxter/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 09:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-batteries-drained-in-harlequins-loss-baxter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More to come from Ireland after seeing off Scotland - Bemand]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 Women's Six Nations has felt like another significant step forward for a young but talented Ireland side.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/more-to-come-from-ireland-after-seeing-off-scotland-bemand/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 09:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/more-to-come-from-ireland-after-seeing-off-scotland-bemand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rugby icon Scott Hastings dies on day of late wife's birthday years after she disappeared]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland rugby legend Scott Hastings has died aged 61 following a four-year battle with cancer, on the same day as his wife Jenny's birthday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-icon-scott-hastings-dies-on-day-of-late-wifes-birthday-years-after-she-disappeared/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-icon-scott-hastings-dies-on-day-of-late-wifes-birthday-years-after-she-disappeared/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales call and a new baby - Keddie's dream week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dragons forward Harri Keddie relishes a chance to push for a first Wales cap after a call-up the day before becoming a father of two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-call-and-a-new-baby-keddies-dream-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 05:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-call-and-a-new-baby-keddies-dream-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rugby Union Weekly: Was this England’s most impressive Grand Slam?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sara, Ugo &amp; Katy Daley-McLean pod in France after the Red Roses clinch another Grand Slam]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-union-weekly-was-this-englands-most-impressive-grand-slam/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 01:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-union-weekly-was-this-englands-most-impressive-grand-slam/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England pass Six Nations stress test, but rivals will return]]></title><description><![CDATA[England have established a stranglehold on the women's Test game, but France, defeated in Sunday's Grand Slam decider, are potentially their most dangerous rival]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-pass-six-nations-stress-test-but-rivals-will-return/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 00:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-pass-six-nations-stress-test-but-rivals-will-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBC icon chokes up during touching Scott Hastings tribute live on air]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brian Moore issued a heartfelt tribute to Scott Hastings live on the BBC after his tragic death]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bbc-icon-chokes-up-during-touching-scott-hastings-tribute-live-on-air/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 23:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bbc-icon-chokes-up-during-touching-scott-hastings-tribute-live-on-air/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How 'force of energy' Hastings left indelible mark on rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland rugby legend Scott Hastings was a colossus on and off the field, writes Tom English.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/how-force-of-energy-hastings-left-indelible-mark-on-rugby/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 22:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/how-force-of-energy-hastings-left-indelible-mark-on-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women's Six Nations 2026: Full results and final standings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Full results and final standings as England win a record eighth successive Women's Six Nations title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/womens-six-nations-2026-full-results-and-final-standings/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/womens-six-nations-2026-full-results-and-final-standings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defiant England beat France to win fifth consecutive Grand Slam]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Red Roses produce a superb battling display to beat France in Bordeaux in their Six Nations Grand Slam-decider.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/defiant-england-beat-france-to-win-fifth-consecutive-grand-slam/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 20:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/defiant-england-beat-france-to-win-fifth-consecutive-grand-slam/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicester defeat Sale to secure play-off place]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers secure their spot in the Prem play-offs with a comfortable 47-33 win over Sale Sharks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicester-defeat-sale-to-secure-play-off-place/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicester-defeat-sale-to-secure-play-off-place/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France 28-43 England: Red Roses secure fifth consecutive Women’s Six Nations Grand Slam]]></title><description><![CDATA[England clinched a fifth successive Women&rsquo;s Six Nations Grand Slam as Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach ran in two tries each in a 43-28 triumph over France in Bordeaux.<br />
The post France 28-43 England: Red Roses secure fifth consecutive Women&rsquo;s Six Nations Grand Slam appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-28-43-england-red-roses-secure-fifth-consecutive-womens-six-nations-grand-slam/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 20:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-28-43-england-red-roses-secure-fifth-consecutive-womens-six-nations-grand-slam/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England see off spirited France to clinch Six Nations]]></title><description><![CDATA[England combine nerve and accuracy to overcome France and a raucous record crowd and clinch their eight successive Women's Six Nations title in Bordeaux.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-see-off-spirited-france-to-clinch-six-nations/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-see-off-spirited-france-to-clinch-six-nations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['What a finish!' Breach scores 'brilliant' try as England close on title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jess Breach finishes off a sweeping move to score a decisive try as England beat France 43-28 to win the Women's Six Nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/what-a-finish-breach-scores-brilliant-try-as-england-close-on-title/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 19:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/what-a-finish-breach-scores-brilliant-try-as-england-close-on-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scott Hastings dead: Scotland rugby legend dies at 61 as emotional tributes pour in]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland rugby icon Scott Hastings has died at the age of 61.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scott-hastings-dead-scotland-rugby-legend-dies-at-61-as-emotional-tributes-pour-in/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scott-hastings-dead-scotland-rugby-legend-dies-at-61-as-emotional-tributes-pour-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kildunne races through for try as England take control against France]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's Ellie Kildunne races through for a try after Meg Jones capitalises on a misplaced France pass in their Women's Six Nations title decider.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/kildunne-races-through-for-try-as-england-take-control-against-france/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/kildunne-races-through-for-try-as-england-take-control-against-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wafer's 'wildest dream comes true' in historic Aviva win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland player of the match Aoife Wafer says their dominant victory over Scotland in front of a record crowd at Aviva Stadium is her "wildest dream come true".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wafers-wildest-dream-comes-true-in-historic-aviva-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 18:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wafers-wildest-dream-comes-true-in-historic-aviva-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland rugby great Scott Hastings dies at 61]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of Scotland's best and most loved rugby union players, Scott Hastings, has died at 61.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotland-rugby-great-scott-hastings-dies-at-61/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotland-rugby-great-scott-hastings-dies-at-61/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: Ireland crush Scotland with fine first-half display]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Ireland score seven first-half tries in a dominant 54-5 win against Scotland in their final game of the 2026 Women's Six Nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/watch-ireland-crush-scotland-with-fine-first-half-display/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/watch-ireland-crush-scotland-with-fine-first-half-display/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull KR bring in prop Pangai Junior]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull KR sign former NRL prop Tevita Pangai Junior on a deal until the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-kr-bring-in-prop-pangai-junior/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-kr-bring-in-prop-pangai-junior/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ireland thrash Scotland in front of record crowd]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland finish their Six Nations campaign in style with a dominant 54-0 victory over Scotland in front of a record attendance at the Aviva Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-thrash-scotland-in-front-of-record-crowd/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-thrash-scotland-in-front-of-record-crowd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales take wooden spoon as Italy cruise to victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales take the Women's Six Nations wooden spoon after falling to a 43-24 defeat by Italy in their final match of the 2026 tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-take-wooden-spoon-as-italy-cruise-to-victory/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-take-wooden-spoon-as-italy-cruise-to-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Italy condemn Wales to another Six Nations Wooden Spoon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales suffer another Six Nations clean sweep after losing to Italy, a result which extends their winless run to a record nine Tests.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/italy-condemn-wales-to-another-six-nations-wooden-spoon/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/italy-condemn-wales-to-another-six-nations-wooden-spoon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull KR hold off Leigh fightback to win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Hull KR hold off a second-half fightback from Leigh Leopards to win in Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-kr-hold-off-leigh-fightback-to-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-kr-hold-off-leigh-fightback-to-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King stars as Warrington beat Toulouse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Warrington beat Toulouse to move within two points of Super League leaders St Helens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/king-stars-as-warrington-beat-toulouse/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 14:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/king-stars-as-warrington-beat-toulouse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Castleford fight back to win at York]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Castleford Tigers recover to beat York Knights in their first ever Super League meeting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-fight-back-to-win-at-york/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-fight-back-to-win-at-york/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prem: Saracens keep play-off hopes alive as Exeter Chiefs slip up against Harlequins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bath joined Northampton Saints in the play-offs with a big victory over Newcastle Red Bulls while Saracens maintained their late push for the semi-finals with a fourth straight win.<br />
The post Prem: Saracens keep play-off hopes alive as Exeter Chiefs slip up against Harlequins appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/prem-saracens-keep-play-off-hopes-alive-as-exeter-chiefs-slip-up-against-harlequins/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 05:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/prem-saracens-keep-play-off-hopes-alive-as-exeter-chiefs-slip-up-against-harlequins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France vs England: We’ll relish Women’s Six Nations decider in Bordeaux – John Mitchell]]></title><description><![CDATA[France and England collide in Bordeaux today in a winner-takes-all Grand Slam decider that has become the defining fixture of the Women&rsquo;s Six Nations.<br />
The post France vs England: We&rsquo;ll relish Women&rsquo;s Six Nations decider in Bordeaux &ndash; John Mitchell appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-vs-england-well-relish-womens-six-nations-decider-in-bordeaux-john-mitchell/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 05:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-vs-england-well-relish-womens-six-nations-decider-in-bordeaux-john-mitchell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Rees: Protectionism of the Prem is costing England and Steve Borthwick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Rees looks at the selection issue hindering England coach Steve Borthwick.<br />
The post Paul Rees: Protectionism of the Prem is costing England and Steve Borthwick appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-protectionism-of-the-prem-is-costing-england-and-steve-borthwick/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-protectionism-of-the-prem-is-costing-england-and-steve-borthwick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young Guns -Molly Bunker – “No one takes the England shirt for granted”]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucester-Hartpury centre Molly Bunker admits rugby only became a genuine career ambition in the last few years, but now the Red Roses U21 international is determined to establish herself at the most dominant club in England.<br />
The post Young Guns -Molly Bunker &ndash; &ldquo;No one takes the England shirt for granted&rdquo; appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/young-guns-molly-bunker-no-one-takes-the-england-shirt-for-granted/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/young-guns-molly-bunker-no-one-takes-the-england-shirt-for-granted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yorkshire 22-20 Lancashire: Lancs lose the battle but win the war]]></title><description><![CDATA[It felt strange for Lancashire to celebrate a defeat to Yorkshire, no matter how narrow &ndash; but that was the scene at full-time as they secured a return to the Bill Beaumont County Championship Final.<br />
The post Yorkshire 22-20 Lancashire: Lancs lose the battle but win the war appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/yorkshire-22-20-lancashire-lancs-lose-the-battle-but-win-the-war/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/yorkshire-22-20-lancashire-lancs-lose-the-battle-but-win-the-war/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors Billy keeps on going]]></title><description><![CDATA[FORMER England centre Billy Twelvetrees will play a 19th professional season after signing a new deal with Worcester The 22-cap international, above, who turns 38 in November, came out of retirement to join Worcester last summer and has impressed with 12 appearances and three tries. Warriors have also retained experienced wing Josh Bassett as Matt [&hellip;]<br />
The post Warriors Billy keeps on going appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/warriors-billy-keeps-on-going/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/warriors-billy-keeps-on-going/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales v Italy]]></title><description><![CDATA[PREVIEW... Today. Kick-off 12.45pm, Cardiff Arms Park WALES are desperate to avoid a third successive Wooden Spoon and Sean Lynn has backed his side to &ldquo;put things right&rdquo; after last weekend&rsquo;s 33-12 defeat in Ireland. The Welsh have lost their last nine matches in the Championship and sit bottom, but victory at Cardiff Arms Park [&hellip;]<br />
The post Wales v Italy appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-v-italy/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-v-italy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Van Graan fancies home comforts for the play-off assault]]></title><description><![CDATA[JOHANN van Graan has his eyes on a home draw after champions Bath qualified for the play-offs for the third successive season. Bath are away to Bristol next week before ending the regular season against Leicester, who are third in the table, at The Rec &ndash; it could be a shoot-out for home advantage and [&hellip;]<br />
The post Van Graan fancies home comforts for the play-off assault appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/van-graan-fancies-home-comforts-for-the-play-off-assault/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/van-graan-fancies-home-comforts-for-the-play-off-assault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlucky Ibitoye latest to add to Bears’ casualty list]]></title><description><![CDATA[wouldn&rsquo;t have adapted to Bracken might be only younger lads.&rdquo; well. We had a BRISTOL Bears have been dealt another major injury blow with winger Gabriel Ibitoye ruled out for the rest of the season with a torn hamstring. The 28-year-old, right, went off early in the second half of the defeat by Saracens last [&hellip;]<br />
The post Unlucky Ibitoye latest to add to Bears&rsquo; casualty list appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/unlucky-ibitoye-latest-to-add-to-bears-casualty-list/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/unlucky-ibitoye-latest-to-add-to-bears-casualty-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ulster 22-26 Glasgow: Glasgow finish top of the table as Ulster bow out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Glasgow secured top spot in the table after a pulsating encounter in Belfast which left Ulster sweating on their playoff fate<br />
The post Ulster 22-26 Glasgow: Glasgow finish top of the table as Ulster bow out appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulster-22-26-glasgow-glasgow-finish-top-of-the-table-as-ulster-bow-out/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulster-22-26-glasgow-glasgow-finish-top-of-the-table-as-ulster-bow-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Theo joins the Sarries exodus]]></title><description><![CDATA[SARACENS flanker Theo McFarland will leave the club at the end of the season to take up a move to France, becoming the latest frontline star to depart StoneX Stadium. The Samoa international is expected to join La Rochelle after five years in North London, following Tom Willis and Marco Riccioni in heading across the [&hellip;]<br />
The post Theo joins the Sarries exodus appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/theo-joins-the-sarries-exodus/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/theo-joins-the-sarries-exodus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South African Rugby Union could withdraw its sides from Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[South African Rugby will hold a strategic planning session with its member unions and directors of rugby to review the current schedule amid growing player welfare concerns.<br />
The post South African Rugby Union could withdraw its sides from Europe appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/south-african-rugby-union-could-withdraw-its-sides-from-europe/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/south-african-rugby-union-could-withdraw-its-sides-from-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Siya signs off with double for Sharks]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By SAMANTHA EMMA S Hurley-Langton - Connacht Sharks ........... 54 Zebre ...............19 THE Sharks ran in eight tries as they overwhelmed Zebre in Durban to round off their season in style, albeit down in 10th position. The hosts produced a dominant attacking display at Kings Park, with captain Siya Kolisi leading from the front with [&hellip;]<br />
The post Siya signs off with double for Sharks appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/siya-signs-off-with-double-for-sharks/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/siya-signs-off-with-double-for-sharks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shoulder ko for Will]]></title><description><![CDATA[BATH wing Muir has been ruled out the rest of the season after suffering a shoulder injury in the Champions Cup semi-final defeat to Bordeaux that requires surgery. The 32-year-old, below, scored twice before leaving the field. Head of rugby Johann van Graan admitted the injury was a &ldquo;massive shame&rdquo;, while confirming centre Louis Hennessey [&hellip;]<br />
The post Shoulder ko for Will appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/shoulder-ko-for-will/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/shoulder-ko-for-will/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scarlets 35-35 Dragons: Thrilling derby day finale ends all square]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joe Hawkins missed a penalty from halfway in the final minute to prevent Scarlets from winning a game against all the odds against Dragons.<br />
The post Scarlets 35-35 Dragons: Thrilling derby day finale ends all square appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scarlets-35-35-dragons-thrilling-derby-day-finale-ends-all-square/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scarlets-35-35-dragons-thrilling-derby-day-finale-ends-all-square/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saracens’ Charlie Bracken credits Championship stint as key step in his rise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saracens&rsquo; Charlie Bracken is climbing up England&rsquo;s scrum-half ranks and credits a stint in the Championship as being the crucial step in his progression.<br />
The post Saracens&rsquo; Charlie Bracken credits Championship stint as key step in his rise appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saracens-charlie-bracken-credits-championship-stint-as-key-step-in-his-rise/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saracens-charlie-bracken-credits-championship-stint-as-key-step-in-his-rise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saracens 30-14 Gloucester: Super Rotimi Segun’s on fire to boost Sarries’ bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mark McCall is delighted Saracens&rsquo; play-off hopes are back &ldquo;in our own hands&rdquo; after Rotimi Segun&rsquo;s brace of tries helped them to a crucial bonus point win over Gloucester.<br />
The post Saracens 30-14 Gloucester: Super Rotimi Segun&rsquo;s on fire to boost Sarries&rsquo; bid appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saracens-30-14-gloucester-super-rotimi-seguns-on-fire-to-boost-sarries-bid/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saracens-30-14-gloucester-super-rotimi-seguns-on-fire-to-boost-sarries-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale Sharks vs Leicester Tigers: Tom Curry return boosts Alex Sanderson’s side for meaty test]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Sanderson has welcomed the return of Tom Curry as Sale Sharks look to defeat a side above them in the Prem for the first time this season when Leicester Tigers visit CoprAcq Stadium.<br />
The post Sale Sharks vs Leicester Tigers: Tom Curry return boosts Alex Sanderson&rsquo;s side for meaty test appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sale-sharks-vs-leicester-tigers-tom-curry-return-boosts-alex-sandersons-side-for-meaty-test/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sale-sharks-vs-leicester-tigers-tom-curry-return-boosts-alex-sandersons-side-for-meaty-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale Sharks vs Leicester Tigers: It’s same-again for Geoff Parling’s men as Joe Heyes reaches his century]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers can take another huge stride towards securing a Prem semi-final place at CoprAcq Stadium against an out-of-sorts Sale Sharks side.<br />
The post Sale Sharks vs Leicester Tigers: It&rsquo;s same-again for Geoff Parling&rsquo;s men as Joe Heyes reaches his century appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sale-sharks-vs-leicester-tigers-its-same-again-for-geoff-parlings-men-as-joe-heyes-reaches-his-century/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sale-sharks-vs-leicester-tigers-its-same-again-for-geoff-parlings-men-as-joe-heyes-reaches-his-century/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Running on empty]]></title><description><![CDATA[carefully and ask how Mike Douch THE last Prem matches in the regular season are to be played on June 6. Then the top four clubs will contest the semi-finals, followed by the final in late June. Next season will begin just a few weeks later. The RFU and Prem clubs are running England&rsquo;s top [&hellip;]<br />
The post Running on empty appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/running-on-empty/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/running-on-empty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ritchie moving on]]></title><description><![CDATA[FORMER Scotland captain Jamie Ritchie will not play again for Perpignan after the struggling Top 14 club confirmed the flanker has suffered a season-ending injury and will leave at the end of the campaign. The 29-year-old, who is expected to join Glasgow Warriors this summer, picked up the injury against Clermont and misses Perpignan&rsquo;s battle [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ritchie moving on appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ritchie-moving-on/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ritchie-moving-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Richmond 34-11 London Scottish: Derby joy for Rob Powell’s side has Scots on the brink]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richmond beat their most local of rivals by a convincing five tries to one to assure themselves of Champ rugby again next season, while London Scottish, by contrast, will face National One runners-up Blackheath next Saturday to determine their destiny.<br />
The post Richmond 34-11 London Scottish: Derby joy for Rob Powell&rsquo;s side has Scots on the brink appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/richmond-34-11-london-scottish-derby-joy-for-rob-powells-side-has-scots-on-the-brink/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/richmond-34-11-london-scottish-derby-joy-for-rob-powells-side-has-scots-on-the-brink/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Jackson: Lions tours didn’t use to be all about the dosh]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lions tours now are more about making money than friends<br />
The post Peter Jackson: Lions tours didn&rsquo;t use to be all about the dosh appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-lions-tours-didnt-use-to-be-all-about-the-dosh/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-lions-tours-didnt-use-to-be-all-about-the-dosh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Jackson: If only the RFU had backed walk-off referee George Crawford]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Crawford remains the only referee to make the ultimate protest over on-field violence between old Anglo-Welsh foes.<br />
The post Peter Jackson: If only the RFU had backed walk-off referee George Crawford appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-if-only-the-rfu-had-backed-walk-off-referee-george-crawford/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-if-only-the-rfu-had-backed-walk-off-referee-george-crawford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Perese’s sidelined]]></title><description><![CDATA[LEICESTER centre Izaia Perese has been banned for three matches following his red card against Northampton Saints. The Wallaby will miss key Prem clashes against Sale Sharks and Harlequins after his dangerous tackle on George Fur-bank was upheld by an independent disciplinary panel. Perese, who leaves Tigers at the end of the season, can return [&hellip;]<br />
The post Perese&rsquo;s sidelined appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/pereses-sidelined/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/pereses-sidelined/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pat says sorry to fans after mauling]]></title><description><![CDATA[BRISTOL director of rugby Pat Lam apologised to the Bristol fans and challenged his side to bounce back. He said: &ldquo;We were embarrassed and we apologise to all our fans but that&rsquo;s what happens in life, you get knocked down but you have to dust yourself off and get up when you get a big [&hellip;]<br />
The post Pat says sorry to fans after mauling appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/pat-says-sorry-to-fans-after-mauling/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/pat-says-sorry-to-fans-after-mauling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ntlabakanye banned]]></title><description><![CDATA[ASENATHI Ntlabakanye has been handed an 18-month doping ban that is set to rule him out of the 2027 World Cup. The 27-year-old Lions front rower tested positive for Anastrozole in 2025 and also admitted using the banned testosterone-boosting substance DHEA. Ntlabakanye, who has three Springbok caps, has been suspended by an independent South African [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ntlabakanye banned appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ntlabakanye-banned/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ntlabakanye-banned/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints 94-33 Bristol Bears: Sizzling Saints make it hell for tame Bears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints predictably bounced back from their no-show against bitter rivals Leicester Tigers last week... but nobody could have envisaged this utter destruction and humiliation of playoff chasing Bristol Bears.<br />
The post Northampton Saints 94-33 Bristol Bears: Sizzling Saints make it hell for tame Bears appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/northampton-saints-94-33-bristol-bears-sizzling-saints-make-it-hell-for-tame-bears/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/northampton-saints-94-33-bristol-bears-sizzling-saints-make-it-hell-for-tame-bears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nine-tries Cheshire showcase credentials]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bill Beaumont Division Two round-up By COLIN DUFFY CHESHIRE, Northumberland, North Midlands and Devon were the big winners in week two of the Bill Beaumont County Championship Division Two as the promotion race intensified with significant victories across all three pools. Cheshire&rsquo;s commanding 51-28 away win over Durham confirmed their status as major Pool One [&hellip;]<br />
The post Nine-tries Cheshire showcase credentials appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nine-tries-cheshire-showcase-credentials/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nine-tries-cheshire-showcase-credentials/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Cain: Saints expose case for defence of van Rensburg]]></title><description><![CDATA[The integrity of the Prem as a league capable of producing international quality players took a battering when Northampton humiliated Bristol on Friday night at Franklin&rsquo;s Gardens by scoring almost 100 points<br />
The post Nick Cain: Saints expose case for defence of van Rensburg appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-saints-expose-case-for-defence-of-van-rensburg/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-saints-expose-case-for-defence-of-van-rensburg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Naulago at the double as Warriors march on]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By C&Oacute;IL&Iacute;N DUFFY Worcester ........35pts Tries: Naulago 17, 77; Wallis 34, Anstee 59, Bassett 64 Conversions: Twelvetrees 18, 35, 60, 65; Reed 78 Chinnor ..............29pts Tries: Bourton 25, Walker 29, Owen 40, Thompson 80 Conversions: Chamberlain 30, 40, 80 Penalty: Chamberlain 48 SIVA Naulago was the star of the show as Worcester Warriors kept their [&hellip;]<br />
The post Naulago at the double as Warriors march on appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/naulago-at-the-double-as-warriors-march-on/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/naulago-at-the-double-as-warriors-march-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Two East Dream Team: Bury and Oundle lead the charge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bury St Edmunds completed a remarkable campaign by securing a historic first-ever promotion to National One and, unsurprisingly, the champions are heavily represented in this year&rsquo;s Team of the Season.<br />
The post National Two East Dream Team: Bury and Oundle lead the charge appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/national-two-east-dream-team-bury-and-oundle-lead-the-charge/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/national-two-east-dream-team-bury-and-oundle-lead-the-charge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My life in Rugby: Bobby De Wee – “Winning titles never gets old”]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coming through South African rugby as a lock can feel brutal at times because there is always somebody bigger, stronger or more established standing in front of you.<br />
The post My life in Rugby: Bobby De Wee &ndash; &ldquo;Winning titles never gets old&rdquo; appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-life-in-rugby-bobby-de-wee-winning-titles-never-gets-old/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-life-in-rugby-bobby-de-wee-winning-titles-never-gets-old/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My boys looked drained – Rob Baxter]]></title><description><![CDATA[ROB Baxter admitted Exeter simply ran out of steam as their play-off hopes suffered a major blow in a bruising loss. &ldquo;We looked like a team who have gone back-to-back in big games over a number of weeks,&rdquo; said Baxter. &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not trying to take anything away from Harlequins because they grew through the game, [&hellip;]<br />
The post My boys looked drained &ndash; Rob Baxter appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-boys-looked-drained-rob-baxter/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-boys-looked-drained-rob-baxter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Munster 24-17 Lions: Munster’s hard-fought victory secures play-off spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By HOLLY DAISY Munster secured their place in the play-offs with a hard-fought victory at Thomond Park despite spending six first-half minutes down to 13 men. With injuries forcing late withdrawals for key players including Jack Crowley, Munster showed typical resilience in a frantic contest in Limerick. The hosts opened the scoring through lock Evan [&hellip;]<br />
The post Munster 24-17 Lions: Munster&rsquo;s hard-fought victory secures play-off spot appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/munster-24-17-lions-munsters-hard-fought-victory-secures-play-off-spot/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/munster-24-17-lions-munsters-hard-fought-victory-secures-play-off-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leinster 68-14 Ospreys: Leo Cullen’s side get set for Euro final with 10-try rout]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leinster warmed up for the Champions Cup final with a 10-try romp to finish second in the URC and book home passage through the play-offs.<br />
The post Leinster 68-14 Ospreys: Leo Cullen&rsquo;s side get set for Euro final with 10-try rout appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-68-14-ospreys-leo-cullens-side-get-set-for-euro-final-with-10-try-rout/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-68-14-ospreys-leo-cullens-side-get-set-for-euro-final-with-10-try-rout/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicestershire storm into semis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bill Beaumont Division Three round-up By MO SHER LEICESTERSHIRE secured their spot in the semi-final of the third tier with a second resounding win in as many weeks, thrashing Notts, Lincs &amp; Derbys 54-24, away from home. Having comprehensively dismantled Warwickshire a week previous, the visitors knew a second win would secure knockout rugby, and [&hellip;]<br />
The post Leicestershire storm into semis appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicestershire-storm-into-semis/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicestershire-storm-into-semis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Karl Dickson’s scrum calls could be crucial factor in Champions Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Bordeaux Begles and Leinster go head-to-head in Bilbao on Saturday, the refereeing of the scrum is going to be scrutinised intensely.<br />
The post Karl Dickson&rsquo;s scrum calls could be crucial factor in Champions Cup final appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/karl-dicksons-scrum-calls-could-be-crucial-factor-in-champions-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/karl-dicksons-scrum-calls-could-be-crucial-factor-in-champions-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kane James switch proves handy as Steve Tandy names Wales summer squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Tandy has named six uncapped players, including former England U20s flanker Kane James, in a 48-man Wales squad for this summer&rsquo;s Barbarians clash and Nations Championship campaign.<br />
The post Kane James switch proves handy as Steve Tandy names Wales summer squad appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/kane-james-switch-proves-handy-as-steve-tandy-names-wales-summer-squad/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/kane-james-switch-proves-handy-as-steve-tandy-names-wales-summer-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joseph impact boosts George]]></title><description><![CDATA[GEORGE Skivington was disappointed with his side&rsquo;s heavy defeat but the Cherry and Whites chief was far from completely deflated. And he praised two-try scoring wing Will Joseph who gave his side some late cheer at StoneX Stadium. The director of rugby admitted: &ldquo;Sarries had plenty of world-class players out there and are a very [&hellip;]<br />
The post Joseph impact boosts George appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/joseph-impact-boosts-george/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/joseph-impact-boosts-george/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeremy Guscott: ‘Home’ advantage can give holders Bordeaux Begles the edge over Leinster]]></title><description><![CDATA[The right teams will be contesting the European Cup final, because holders Bordeaux Begles and challengers Leinster are the best in this year&rsquo;s tournament, with maybe Toulouse the only other candidates.<br />
The post Jeremy Guscott: &lsquo;Home&rsquo; advantage can give holders Bordeaux Begles the edge over Leinster appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-home-advantage-can-give-holders-bordeaux-begles-the-edge-over-leinster/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-home-advantage-can-give-holders-bordeaux-begles-the-edge-over-leinster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ireland v Scotland]]></title><description><![CDATA[PREVIEW... Today. Kick-off 2.30pm, Aviva Stadium IRELAND will look to celebrate a landmark day at the Aviva Stadium by securing third place in the table against Scotland today. More than 30,000 tickets have been sold for the first standalone women&rsquo;s international at Irish rugby&rsquo;s Dublin home, with the sides also contesting the inaugural Siobhan Cattigan [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ireland v Scotland appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-v-scotland/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-v-scotland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I just can’t fathom why the RFU have stuck with Steve]]></title><description><![CDATA[I WAS again disappointed by the RFU last week as they continue to support Steve Borthwick, a coach they appointed to the highest office after very limited time as a head coach with an unsurprisingly successful Leicester team of close to 15 internationals and, at the time, the world&rsquo;s best goal kicker. To then appoint [&hellip;]<br />
The post I just can&rsquo;t fathom why the RFU have stuck with Steve appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/i-just-cant-fathom-why-the-rfu-have-stuck-with-steve/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/i-just-cant-fathom-why-the-rfu-have-stuck-with-steve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Home comforts can wait as Leicester Tigers wing Ollie Hassell-Collins focuses on Sale Sharks clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ollie Hassell-Collins says Leicester Tigers are looking no further forward than today&rsquo;s encounter with Sale Sharks in Salford as they chase a home draw in the play-offs.<br />
The post Home comforts can wait as Leicester Tigers wing Ollie Hassell-Collins focuses on Sale Sharks clash appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/home-comforts-can-wait-as-leicester-tigers-wing-ollie-hassell-collins-focuses-on-sale-sharks-clash/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/home-comforts-can-wait-as-leicester-tigers-wing-ollie-hassell-collins-focuses-on-sale-sharks-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Henry Arundell is ready to go again after near miss with Bath]]></title><description><![CDATA[Henry Arundell against Louis Bielle-Biarrey was one of the match-ups to savour when Bath met Bordeaux-Begles in the Champions Cup semi-final this month, but the speedsters only had one foot race.<br />
The post Henry Arundell is ready to go again after near miss with Bath appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/henry-arundell-is-ready-to-go-again-after-near-miss-with-bath/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/henry-arundell-is-ready-to-go-again-after-near-miss-with-bath/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harlequins 41-24 Exeter Chiefs: Maestro Marcus Smith is the chief destroyer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marcus Smith got the party started at Allianz Stadium with a stunning second-half masterclass, transforming a flat Harlequins display into a roaring comeback as they dismantled Exeter Chiefs with 27 unanswered points after the break in the &lsquo;Big Summer Kick Off &rsquo;.<br />
The post Harlequins 41-24 Exeter Chiefs: Maestro Marcus Smith is the chief destroyer appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/harlequins-41-24-exeter-chiefs-maestro-marcus-smith-is-the-chief-destroyer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/harlequins-41-24-exeter-chiefs-maestro-marcus-smith-is-the-chief-destroyer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hard-grafting Bedford Blues and Michael Le Bourgeois are gearing up for big finale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran centre Michael Le Bourgeois feels Bedford Blues thoroughly deserve their home Champ semi-final after a season built on consistency, resilience and belief.<br />
The post Hard-grafting Bedford Blues and Michael Le Bourgeois are gearing up for big finale appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hard-grafting-bedford-blues-and-michael-le-bourgeois-are-gearing-up-for-big-finale/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hard-grafting-bedford-blues-and-michael-le-bourgeois-are-gearing-up-for-big-finale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guernsey 35-28 Jersey: Guernsey front up to retake Siam Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Guernsey Raiders produced a season defining display of composure under pressure and some impressive quick play as they nullified Jersey to retake the Siam Cup and give retiring stalwart Tom Ceil-lam a perfect send-off.<br />
The post Guernsey 35-28 Jersey: Guernsey front up to retake Siam Cup appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/guernsey-35-28-jersey-guernsey-front-up-to-retake-siam-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/guernsey-35-28-jersey-guernsey-front-up-to-retake-siam-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Edinburgh 5-26 Connacht: Connacht grab bonus to keep season alive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Connacht booked their place in the play-offs with an impressive victory at Hive Stadium which lifts them into sixth place while Edinburgh finish 12th.<br />
The post Edinburgh 5-26 Connacht: Connacht grab bonus to keep season alive appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/edinburgh-5-26-connacht-connacht-grab-bonus-to-keep-season-alive/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/edinburgh-5-26-connacht-connacht-grab-bonus-to-keep-season-alive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eastern Counties off to a flyer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gill Burns Championship By BEN JAYCOCK EASTERN Counties, Hampshire and Lancashire all opened their Division 1 campaigns with wins as the competition got underway last Sunday. The standout result in the top tier came in Pool 3 where Eastern Counties, promoted after winning last season&rsquo;s Division 2 title with a 37-22 final victory over Devon, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Eastern Counties off to a flyer appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/eastern-counties-off-to-a-flyer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/eastern-counties-off-to-a-flyer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Davidson try tees Coventry up for a semi-final with Blues]]></title><description><![CDATA[By HARVEY ALLEN COVENTRY survived a very late scare, as substitute Josh Thomas led them to a quarter-final victory with Bedford Blues next up on Friday in the last four. Fly-half Tommy Mathews kicked five points in the win, and told The Rugby Paper: &ldquo;I&rsquo;m very proud of the boys. We had to win ugly [&hellip;]<br />
The post Davidson try tees Coventry up for a semi-final with Blues appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/davidson-try-tees-coventry-up-for-a-semi-final-with-blues/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/davidson-try-tees-coventry-up-for-a-semi-final-with-blues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Commanding Charlie Atkinson has got future England squad potential]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atkinson&rsquo;s form for Gloucester has made him a contender for the England squad which will be announced tomorrow ahead of the three summer Tests in the new Nations Championship<br />
The post Commanding Charlie Atkinson has got future England squad potential appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/commanding-charlie-atkinson-has-got-future-england-squad-potential/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/commanding-charlie-atkinson-has-got-future-england-squad-potential/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Hewett: You need to have the right instinct for top-level rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[So it&rsquo;s official: the one thing in top-level rugby that sorts the men from the boys, the wheat from the chaff, the sheep from the goats?<br />
Decision-making under pressure<br />
The post Chris Hewett: You need to have the right instinct for top-level rugby appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chris-hewett-you-need-to-have-the-right-instinct-for-top-level-rugby/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chris-hewett-you-need-to-have-the-right-instinct-for-top-level-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Hewett: Changing Premiership game still needs derby passion]]></title><description><![CDATA[If there is a god in rugby&rsquo;s heaven, Leicester and Northampton will be still be squaring up to each other this time next century<br />
The post Chris Hewett: Changing Premiership game still needs derby passion appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chris-hewett-changing-premiership-game-still-needs-derby-passion/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chris-hewett-changing-premiership-game-still-needs-derby-passion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardiff 22-16 Stormers: Cardiff forwards muscle up to seal play-off spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cardiff saved their best for their last home game by qualifying for the URC play-offs for the first time in a thrilling game on Friday night.<br />
The post Cardiff 22-16 Stormers: Cardiff forwards muscle up to seal play-off spot appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-22-16-stormers-cardiff-forwards-muscle-up-to-seal-play-off-spot/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-22-16-stormers-cardiff-forwards-muscle-up-to-seal-play-off-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bulls 45- Benetton: Bulls power pack proves the difference]]></title><description><![CDATA[By SAM JACKSON The Bulls produced a powerful second-half display to strengthen their URC play-off position. Despite the scoreline, it wasn&rsquo;t an easy ride. Benetton had most of the ball in the first half and dominated territory, but the difference between the sides was that the Bulls took their chances. Sergeal Petersen crossed inside the [&hellip;]<br />
The post Bulls 45- Benetton: Bulls power pack proves the difference appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bulls-45-benetton-bulls-power-pack-proves-the-difference/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bulls-45-benetton-bulls-power-pack-proves-the-difference/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brian hangs up mic]]></title><description><![CDATA[FORMER England hooker Brian Moore will end his 26-year commentary career after working on England Women&rsquo;s Six Nations decider against France today. The 64-year-old, who won 64 caps for England and toured twice with the Lions, said: &ldquo;It was tremendous to co-commentate on England&rsquo;s recent World Cup win and it is delightfully appropriate for my [&hellip;]<br />
The post Brian hangs up mic appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brian-hangs-up-mic/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brian-hangs-up-mic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blues swoop to capture Wells]]></title><description><![CDATA[BEDFORD have signed Leicester lock Harry Wells on a player-coach deal for next season. The 32-year-old, left, who will leave Tigers after 13 seasons and more than 200 appearances, returns to Goldington Road for a second spell having played more than 50 games for Bedford earlier in his career. Cornish Pirates have signed Exeter No.9 [&hellip;]<br />
The post Blues swoop to capture Wells appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/blues-swoop-to-capture-wells/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/blues-swoop-to-capture-wells/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham Moseley 19-15 Oundle: Moseley hold firm to keep their place in National One]]></title><description><![CDATA[BIRMINGHAM Moseley retained their National League 1 status after they came from behind to edge past Oundle in the National 1 Accession final.<br />
The post Birmingham Moseley 19-15 Oundle: Moseley hold firm to keep their place in National One appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/birmingham-moseley-19-15-oundle-moseley-hold-firm-to-keep-their-place-in-national-one/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/birmingham-moseley-19-15-oundle-moseley-hold-firm-to-keep-their-place-in-national-one/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bath 69-12 Newcastle Red Bulls: Max Ojomoh’s entrance puts the holders in full flow]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bath qualified for the play-offs with a routine bonus point victory over a Newcastle Red Bulls side that will finish bottom for the fourth consecutive season, but until the arrival on the hour of Max Ojomoh their play lacked expression.<br />
The post Bath 69-12 Newcastle Red Bulls: Max Ojomoh&rsquo;s entrance puts the holders in full flow appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-69-12-newcastle-red-bulls-max-ojomohs-entrance-puts-the-holders-in-full-flow/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-69-12-newcastle-red-bulls-max-ojomohs-entrance-puts-the-holders-in-full-flow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ball game at an end]]></title><description><![CDATA[FORMER Wales lock Jake Ball will retire for a second time at the end of the season after injuries brought an early end to his Scarlets return. The 50-cap 34-year-old came out of retirement to rejoin Scarlets this season after a spell in Japan. Scarlets have signed Leinster hooker John McKee as a replacement for [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ball game at an end appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ball-game-at-an-end/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ball-game-at-an-end/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 14 roundup: Louis at double as Bordeaux hit back]]></title><description><![CDATA[With two rounds of the Top 14 still to play, the play-off situation is becoming increasingly clear<br />
The post Top 14 roundup: Louis at double as Bordeaux hit back appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/top-14-roundup-louis-at-double-as-bordeaux-hit-back/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/top-14-roundup-louis-at-double-as-bordeaux-hit-back/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Rugby Pacific roundup: Fab Fehi nets share of the top try record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hurricanes moved a step closer to securing the Super Rugby Pacific minor premiership with a dominant 47-24 victory over Blues at Eden Park<br />
The post Super Rugby Pacific roundup: Fab Fehi nets share of the top try record appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/super-rugby-pacific-roundup-fab-fehi-nets-share-of-the-top-try-record/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/super-rugby-pacific-roundup-fab-fehi-nets-share-of-the-top-try-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ruthless Vannes motor to formidable home record]]></title><description><![CDATA[That Vannes would finish the regular season at the top of the ProD2 has long been a given more certain than death and taxes. Their strangely run-of-the-mill 47-0 victory over Dax on Friday night was their 15th home win of the season, and their 13th with a try-scoring bonus at Stade de la Rabine. Vannes&rsquo; [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ruthless Vannes motor to formidable home record appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ruthless-vannes-motor-to-formidable-home-record/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ruthless-vannes-motor-to-formidable-home-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ironmen sign off in fine style]]></title><description><![CDATA[WELSHRUGBY Welsh Prem round-up CHAMPIONS Merthyr wrapped up another triumphant Premiership campaign with a 47-28 win at Cross Keys. Ioan Evans, Jack Kathrens, Jacob Lloyd, Travis Hawkins, Ben Jones, Jack Perkins and Tom Hughes all scored for the Iron-men. Jones (5) and Lloyd added conversions. Dylan Davies, Nathan Huish, Duan Thomas and Tom Sullivan replied [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ironmen sign off in fine style appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ironmen-sign-off-in-fine-style/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ironmen-sign-off-in-fine-style/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgians pay heftier penalty than the dopers]]></title><description><![CDATA[THE war on doping is something that rugby has rather sought to sidestep over the years with some feeling that no problem whatsoever exists while others have been fearful of what truly rigorous testing &ndash; the daily testing cyclists and athletes routinely undergo &ndash; might turn up. Let&rsquo;s be frank, rugby &ndash; with its glorying [&hellip;]<br />
The post Georgians pay heftier penalty than the dopers appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/georgians-pay-heftier-penalty-than-the-dopers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/georgians-pay-heftier-penalty-than-the-dopers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brendan Gallagher: Newcastle Red Bulls must find a totem pole player]]></title><description><![CDATA[Much of Newcastle&rsquo;s rugby has been utterly meaningless and has cruelly mocked those in the Championship such as Ealing<br />
The post Brendan Gallagher: Newcastle Red Bulls must find a totem pole player appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brendan-gallagher-newcastle-red-bulls-must-find-a-totem-pole-player/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brendan-gallagher-newcastle-red-bulls-must-find-a-totem-pole-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull KR hold on for thrilling win against Leigh]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull KR hold on for a stunning Super League victory against Leigh Leopards, who mount an incredible second-half comeback.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-kr-hold-on-for-thrilling-win-against-leigh/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 20:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-kr-hold-on-for-thrilling-win-against-leigh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King scores twice in Warrington's win at Toulouse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington Wolves move within two points of Super League leaders St Helens with victory against Toulouse.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/king-scores-twice-in-warringtons-win-at-toulouse/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/king-scores-twice-in-warringtons-win-at-toulouse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leinster warm up for final by trouncing Ospreys]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leinster warm up for next week's Champions Cup final with an emphatic 10-try win over Ospreys to seal second place in the United Rugby Championship table and a potential home semi-final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-warm-up-for-final-by-trouncing-ospreys/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 20:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-warm-up-for-final-by-trouncing-ospreys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Castleford edge out York in rollercoaster encounter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Castleford Tigers edge a topsy-turvy game to beat York Knights in their first-ever Super League encounter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-edge-out-york-in-rollercoaster-encounter/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-edge-out-york-in-rollercoaster-encounter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Champions Wigan beat Leeds in Super League opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defending champions Wigan Warriors, York Valkyrie and Leigh Leopards open the 2026 Women's Super League season with victories.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/champions-wigan-beat-leeds-in-super-league-opener/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 17:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/champions-wigan-beat-leeds-in-super-league-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leeds miss out on top spot after Wigan defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Leeds Rhinos miss out on the chance to move top of Super League after their defeat by Wigan Warriors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leeds-miss-out-on-top-spot-after-wigan-defeat/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leeds-miss-out-on-top-spot-after-wigan-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wakefield thrash Catalans after Faatili hat-trick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Caius Faatili's hat-trick helps Wakefield Trinity thrash Catalans Dragons in Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wakefield-thrash-catalans-after-faatili-hat-trick/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 15:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wakefield-thrash-catalans-after-faatili-hat-trick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints humiliate Bristol 94-33 in record-breaking game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton scores 14 tries to humiliate Bristol Bears 94-33 at Franklin's Gardens and confirm their semi-final place in a record-breaking game of Prem Rugby.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saints-humiliate-bristol-94-33-in-record-breaking-game/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saints-humiliate-bristol-94-33-in-record-breaking-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Resurgent Wigan deny Leeds top spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan put the brakes on in-form Leeds Rhinos to deny them the chance to go top of the table with a dominant 24-4 victory at the Brick Community Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/resurgent-wigan-deny-leeds-top-spot/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/resurgent-wigan-deny-leeds-top-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Faatili hat-trick as Trinity rout hapless Dragons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kiwi prop Caius Faatili scores a 17-minute hat-trick as Wakefield come from behind to beat Catalans Dragons]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/faatili-hat-trick-as-trinity-rout-hapless-dragons/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/faatili-hat-trick-as-trinity-rout-hapless-dragons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ulster sweating on URC progress after Glasgow defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ulster&lsquo;s progress in the United Rugby Championship this season now depends on Saturday&rsquo;s game between Munster and the Lions after a dramatic 26-22 defeat by Glasgow Warriors in their final regular season game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulster-sweating-on-urc-progress-after-glasgow-defeat/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulster-sweating-on-urc-progress-after-glasgow-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Connacht dispatch Edinburgh to reach URC play-offs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Connacht seal a place in the United Rugby Championship play-offs with a bonus-point victory away to Edinburgh.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/connacht-dispatch-edinburgh-to-reach-urc-play-offs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 22:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/connacht-dispatch-edinburgh-to-reach-urc-play-offs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardiff clinch URC play-off spot with Stormers win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cardiff book their United Rugby Championship (URC) play-off spot with a bonus-point victory against Stormers at the Arms Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-clinch-urc-play-off-spot-with-stormers-win/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 22:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-clinch-urc-play-off-spot-with-stormers-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rugby player, 30, dies after suffering 'unsurvivable' injury during match]]></title><description><![CDATA[A rugby player died after suffering an injury during his match and was rushed to hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-player-30-dies-after-suffering-unsurvivable-injury-during-match/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-player-30-dies-after-suffering-unsurvivable-injury-during-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Castleford sign Samoa's Feagai for 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samoa international Mat Feagai will join Castlesford for the 2027 season on a three-year deal from St George Illawarra Dragons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-sign-samoas-feagai-for-2027/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-sign-samoas-feagai-for-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wing Kok to leave Ulster at end of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wing Werner Kok and hooker John Andrew are two of 11 senior players who will leave Ulster at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wing-kok-to-leave-ulster-at-end-of-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wing-kok-to-leave-ulster-at-end-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Handling nerves &amp; speaking Welsh - Packer on England's Grand Slam bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lucy Packer is the opposite of every scrum-half stereotype - but she is playing a key role in England's pursuit of a fifth straight Six Nations Grand Slam.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/handling-nerves-amp-speaking-welsh-packer-on-englands-grand-slam-bid/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/handling-nerves-amp-speaking-welsh-packer-on-englands-grand-slam-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales rugby star receives new heart after having life-saving surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT: Former Wales rugby prop Rhys Thomas has undergone a life-saving heart transplant 14 years after he was left fighting for his life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-rugby-star-receives-new-heart-after-having-life-saving-surgery/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-rugby-star-receives-new-heart-after-having-life-saving-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scots recall Coubrough &amp; Campbell for Ireland match]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland make two changes for the final match of their Women's Six Nations campaign, with number eight Emily Coubrough and wing Shona Champbell recalled for Sunday's trip to Ireland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scots-recall-coubrough-amp-campbell-for-ireland-match/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scots-recall-coubrough-amp-campbell-for-ireland-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Curry, Coles and Feyi-Waboso return in Prem]]></title><description><![CDATA[England trio Tom Curry, Alex Coles and Immanuel Feyi-Waboso return from injury to Prem action this weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/curry-coles-and-feyi-waboso-return-in-prem/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/curry-coles-and-feyi-waboso-return-in-prem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monaghan to start for Ireland against Scotland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Second row Sam Monaghan makes her first start of this Six Nations in the only change to Ireland's XV for Sunday's final game against Scotland at the Aviva Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/monaghan-to-start-for-ireland-against-scotland/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/monaghan-to-start-for-ireland-against-scotland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum's the word for Travis on St Helens return]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a season in the NRLW with Parramatta, Paige Travis is back at St Helens and ready to spearhead a return to silverware after a barren 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mums-the-word-for-travis-on-st-helens-return/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mums-the-word-for-travis-on-st-helens-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[St Helens survive fightback to win at Huddersfield]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as St Helens withstand a second-half fightback to win 26-18 against Huddersfield Giants in Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/st-helens-survive-fightback-to-win-at-huddersfield/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/st-helens-survive-fightback-to-win-at-huddersfield/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nations Championship to open with six-Test Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new Nations Championship series will begin with a six-Test Super Saturday round of fixtures on 4 July.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nations-championship-to-open-with-six-test-saturday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 12:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nations-championship-to-open-with-six-test-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales recall Singleton for must-win Italy game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seren Singleton returns on the wing as the only change made by Wales for Sunday's final Six Nations game against Italy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-recall-singleton-for-must-win-italy-game/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-recall-singleton-for-must-win-italy-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cornish Pirates sign Becconsall on permanent deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter Chiefs scrum-half Will Becconsall agrees to join the Cornish Pirates on a permanent deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cornish-pirates-sign-becconsall-on-permanent-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 11:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cornish-pirates-sign-becconsall-on-permanent-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Banned rugby star breaks silence on huge scandal he says killed his mum]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia rugby captain Merab Sharikadze has spoken out after receiving an 11-year ban in the Operation Obsidian anti-doping scandal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/banned-rugby-star-breaks-silence-on-huge-scandal-he-says-killed-his-mum/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 10:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/banned-rugby-star-breaks-silence-on-huge-scandal-he-says-killed-his-mum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Full circle' for Wafer in Scotland game at Aviva]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland back row Aoife Wafer says Sunday's Women's Six Nations game against Scotland at the Aviva Stadium will be a "full circle moment".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/full-circle-for-wafer-in-scotland-game-at-aviva/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 09:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/full-circle-for-wafer-in-scotland-game-at-aviva/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Edwards vows to enjoy life at number 10]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enjoying life as a Wales fly-half can be testing but Dan Edwards has vowed to embrace the pressure with a smile on his face.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/edwards-vows-to-enjoy-life-at-number-10/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/edwards-vows-to-enjoy-life-at-number-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US investors confident of Cornish Pirates growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[New American investors in Cornish Pirates say they can increase the value of the Champ club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/us-investors-confident-of-cornish-pirates-growth/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/us-investors-confident-of-cornish-pirates-growth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints hold off Giants to go top of Super League]]></title><description><![CDATA[St Helens survive a second-half fightback by bottom club Huddersfield Giants to go top of Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saints-hold-off-giants-to-go-top-of-super-league/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saints-hold-off-giants-to-go-top-of-super-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland centre Smith to stay with Bristol Bears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland centre Meryl Smith signs a new contract extension to remain with Premiership Women's Rugby side Bristol Bears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotland-centre-smith-to-stay-with-bristol-bears/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotland-centre-smith-to-stay-with-bristol-bears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ulster's Henderson suspended for Challenge Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ulster captain Iain Henderson will miss the Challenge Cup final against Montpellier after he is handed a three-match suspension by the United Rugby Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulsters-henderson-suspended-for-challenge-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulsters-henderson-suspended-for-challenge-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England forward trio back for Grand Slam decider]]></title><description><![CDATA[England reinforce their pack for the Six Nations Grand Slam decider against France with the return of Sadia Kabeya, Maddie Feaunati and Lilli Ives Campion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-forward-trio-back-for-grand-slam-decider/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-forward-trio-back-for-grand-slam-decider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neck surgery leaves Williams' Wire return in doubt]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Williams may not play again for Warrington Wolves after head coach Sam Burgess says the half-back will be out for at least four months after neck surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/neck-surgery-leaves-williams-wire-return-in-doubt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/neck-surgery-leaves-williams-wire-return-in-doubt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Springboks' Ntlabakanye set to miss World Cup after doping ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Africa prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye is banned for 18 months for breaking anti-doping rules - ruling him out of the 2027 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/springboks-ntlabakanye-set-to-miss-world-cup-after-doping-ban/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/springboks-ntlabakanye-set-to-miss-world-cup-after-doping-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enjoying rugby has made me play better - Moloney-MacDonald]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland hooker Cliodhna Moloney-MacDonald says that enjoying her rollercoaster rugby journey "has made me play better".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/enjoying-rugby-has-made-me-play-better-moloney-macdonald/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/enjoying-rugby-has-made-me-play-better-moloney-macdonald/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Australia star Ikitau hopeful of Exeter return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australia centre Len Ikitau says he would like to return to Exeter in the future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/australia-star-ikitau-hopeful-of-exeter-return/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/australia-star-ikitau-hopeful-of-exeter-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Powell unsure if Smoothy will stay at Wakefield]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wakefield Trinity coach Daryl Powell is unsure if Australian hooker Tyson Smoothy will remain at the club beyond the end of this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/powell-unsure-if-smoothy-will-stay-at-wakefield/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/powell-unsure-if-smoothy-will-stay-at-wakefield/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bears without injured Ibitoye for up to four months]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol winger Gabriel Ibitoye will miss the rest of the season with a hamstring injury that will keep him out for three to four months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bears-without-injured-ibitoye-for-up-to-four-months/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bears-without-injured-ibitoye-for-up-to-four-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[De Klerk and Ward start for Ulster against Warriors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Academy player Wilhelm De Klerk and Bryn Ward are two of 10 changes made by Richie Murphy for Friday's final regular season United Rugby Championship match against leaders Glasgow Warriors in Belfast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/de-klerk-and-ward-start-for-ulster-against-warriors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/de-klerk-and-ward-start-for-ulster-against-warriors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Super Rugby Americas – Round 11 summary: Capibaras surge into playoff contention]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Round 11 of the 2026 Super Rugby Americas, Capibaras eased past visiting Yacare, scoring seven tries in their 53-21 victory.The post 2026 Super Rugby Americas &ndash; Round 11 summary: Capibaras surge into playoff contention appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/2026-super-rugby-americas-round-11-summary-capibaras-surge-into-playoff-contention/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/2026-super-rugby-americas-round-11-summary-capibaras-surge-into-playoff-contention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Rugby Paper Roundup: Grand Slam decider! England v France + historic Aviva clash in Six Nations]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this week&rsquo;s episode of The Rugby Paper Roundup, Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by Irish rugby journalist Caolin Scully to preview a blockbuster final round of the Women&rsquo;s Six Nations &ndash; headlined by a winner-takes-all Grand Slam showdown between England and France in Bordeaux.The post New Rugby Paper Roundup: Grand Slam decider! England v France + historic Aviva clash in Six Nations appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-rugby-paper-roundup-grand-slam-decider-england-v-france-historic-aviva-clash-in-six-nations/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-rugby-paper-roundup-grand-slam-decider-england-v-france-historic-aviva-clash-in-six-nations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scarlets sign Leinster hooker McKee]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scarlets sign Irish hooker John McKee to help fill the void left by departing South Africa international Marnus van der Merwe.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scarlets-sign-leinster-hooker-mckee/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scarlets-sign-leinster-hooker-mckee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wynne agrees new one-year deal with Bradford Bulls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Connor Wynne agrees a new one-year contract with Bradford Bulls to keep him at Odsal for next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wynne-agrees-new-one-year-deal-with-bradford-bulls/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 11:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wynne-agrees-new-one-year-deal-with-bradford-bulls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Does England's defence put winning streak at risk?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Does England's leaky defence put their record winning streak at risk in Sunday's Grand Slam decider against France in Bordeaux?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/does-englands-defence-put-winning-streak-at-risk/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/does-englands-defence-put-winning-streak-at-risk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cook is perfect signing for Castleford, says Carr]]></title><description><![CDATA[Castleford Tigers coach Ryan Carr hails Damien Cook as the perfect signing and says the Australian can "finish off his legacy" with them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cook-is-perfect-signing-for-castleford-says-carr/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cook-is-perfect-signing-for-castleford-says-carr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales and Scarlets lock Ball retires aged 34]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales and Scarlets lock Jake Ball announces he has played his final professional rugby game as he will retire at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-and-scarlets-lock-ball-retires-aged-34/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-and-scarlets-lock-ball-retires-aged-34/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-England boss Eddie Jones issued lengthy ban from rugby over ‘serious matter’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eddie Jones has been suspended from his role as Japan head coach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ex-england-boss-eddie-jones-issued-lengthy-ban-from-rugby-over-serious-matter/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ex-england-boss-eddie-jones-issued-lengthy-ban-from-rugby-over-serious-matter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jones suspended as Japan boss for next four games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England boss Eddie Jones is fined and suspended as head coach of Japan for abusing match officials during an under-23 tour of Australia last month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jones-suspended-as-japan-boss-for-next-four-games/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jones-suspended-as-japan-boss-for-next-four-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ireland want clean sweep of home wins - Parsons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland winger Beibhinn Parsons says that her side want to end the Women's Six Nations on a high with a third home win of the campaign when they take on Scotland on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-want-clean-sweep-of-home-wins-parsons/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-want-clean-sweep-of-home-wins-parsons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will Carling: ‘Leading England at 22 taught me trust matters more than authority’]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this exclusive interview with the High Performance Speakers Agency, Will Carling reflects on becoming England captain at 22, the unseen conversations that shaped his dressing room, and why leadership in rugby, business and life comes down to earning trust, reading people and putting the team first.<br />
The post Will Carling: &lsquo;Leading England at 22 taught me trust matters more than authority&rsquo; appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/will-carling-leading-england-at-22-taught-me-trust-matters-more-than-authority/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/will-carling-leading-england-at-22-taught-me-trust-matters-more-than-authority/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Croft's Leeds future 'down to him' - Arthur]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leeds Rhinos head coach Brad Arthur says half-back Brodie Croft's future is down to him amid interest from the NRL.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/crofts-leeds-future-down-to-him-arthur/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/crofts-leeds-future-down-to-him-arthur/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[11-year ban for ex-Georgia captain Sharikadze in national team urine-swapping scandal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Georgia captain Merab Sharikadze is banned for 11 years for violating anti-doping rules, with five team-mates handed suspensions of up to six years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/11-year-ban-for-ex-georgia-captain-sharikadze-in-national-team-urine-swapping-scandal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/11-year-ban-for-ex-georgia-captain-sharikadze-in-national-team-urine-swapping-scandal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saracens' Caluori targets England summer Test debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saracens' teenage star Noah Caluori believes he is now ready for the step up to international rugby after a stunning breakthrough season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saracens-caluori-targets-england-summer-test-debut/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saracens-caluori-targets-england-summer-test-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants captain Clune out for up to four months]]></title><description><![CDATA[Huddersfield Giants captain Adam Clune is ruled out for up to 16 weeks with a hamstring injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/giants-captain-clune-out-for-up-to-four-months/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/giants-captain-clune-out-for-up-to-four-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints sign Italian winger Faissal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints sign Italian U20 winger Malik Faissal from URC side Zebre to bolster their squad for next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/northampton-saints-sign-italian-winger-faissal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 11:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/northampton-saints-sign-italian-winger-faissal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Higgins hopes Aviva fixture is 'the first of many']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland's Eve Higgins hopes Sunday's Six Nations game against Scotland at Dublin's Aviva Stadium will be "the first of many".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/higgins-hopes-aviva-fixture-is-the-first-of-many/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 09:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/higgins-hopes-aviva-fixture-is-the-first-of-many/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints captain Lees out for season with injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matty Lees will have surgery after injuring his knee in a freak collision during St Helens' Challenge Cup defeat by Wigan Warriors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saints-captain-lees-out-for-season-with-injury/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saints-captain-lees-out-for-season-with-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glasgow could be forced to host URC final in Belfast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Glasgow Warriors are forced to search for a venue outside Scotland to host the United Rugby Championship final should they progress that far - and are considering Belfast's Affidea Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/glasgow-could-be-forced-to-host-urc-final-in-belfast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/glasgow-could-be-forced-to-host-urc-final-in-belfast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rugby legend Moore to hang up microphone after 26 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England hooker Brian Moore will end his broadcast commentary career after working on England's Women's Six Nations decider against France on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-legend-moore-to-hang-up-microphone-after-26-years/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-legend-moore-to-hang-up-microphone-after-26-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monaghan backs bid for potential Irish club in PWR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland second row Sam Monaghan says that having an Irish club in the Premiership Women's Rugby (PWR) would be "amazing" for the growth of the national team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/monaghan-backs-bid-for-potential-irish-club-in-pwr/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/monaghan-backs-bid-for-potential-irish-club-in-pwr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rugby’s Retention Problem – Why Fans Are Drifting Away and What Clubs Can Do]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rugby union faces an unprecedented crisis. Empty seats haunt stadiums that once thundered with passionate crowds. Television ratings plummet while younger audiences gravitate toward faster-paced entertainment options. The sport that built communities and shaped nations now struggles to maintain relevance in an increasingly competitive entertainment landscape. The warning signs emerged gradually. Weekend attendance figures dropped [&hellip;]<br />
The post Rugby&rsquo;s Retention Problem &ndash; Why Fa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugbys-retention-problem-why-fans-are-drifting-away-and-what-clubs-can-do/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugbys-retention-problem-why-fans-are-drifting-away-and-what-clubs-can-do/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Club Rivalries That Never Make Headlines But Always Decide the Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every football season, the media spotlight shines on Manchester versus Liverpool, El Clasico, and the Milan derby. These marquee matchups dominate headlines, drive television ratings, and capture global attention. Yet beneath this glittering surface lies a parallel universe of rivalries that rarely attract cameras but consistently shape championship races, relegation battles, and the entire competitive [&hellip;]<br />
The post The Club Rivalries That Never Make Headlines But Always Decide the Season]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-club-rivalries-that-never-make-headlines-but-always-decide-the-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-club-rivalries-that-never-make-headlines-but-always-decide-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[James and Bradley among six uncapped Wales call-ups]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter back rower Kane James and Harlequins centre Bryn Bradley are among six uncapped Wales players named by Steve Tandy for the summer games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/james-and-bradley-among-six-uncapped-wales-call-ups/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/james-and-bradley-among-six-uncapped-wales-call-ups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Any NRL deal won't affect Saints' decisions - Ekoku]]></title><description><![CDATA[St Helens' day-to-day business will not be affected whether or not the NRL chooses to invest in Super League, CEO Abi Ekoku says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/any-nrl-deal-wont-affect-saints-decisions-ekoku/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/any-nrl-deal-wont-affect-saints-decisions-ekoku/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers snarl, Saracens surge and Chiefs imports deliver - Prem talking points]]></title><description><![CDATA[The top-four scene tightens up for the end-of-season run-in as Leicester, Saracens and Exeter claim major scalps in the play-off scrap.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tigers-snarl-saracens-surge-and-chiefs-imports-deliver-prem-talking-points/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tigers-snarl-saracens-surge-and-chiefs-imports-deliver-prem-talking-points/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Late change no excuse for Saints defeat - Dingwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[England centre Fraser Dingwall says Northampton cannot use the pre-match loss of second row Tom Lockett as an excuse for defeat by Leicester Tigers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/late-change-no-excuse-for-saints-defeat-dingwall/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/late-change-no-excuse-for-saints-defeat-dingwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WRU lodges interest to enter team in expanded PWR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welsh rugby has taken its first significant step towards entering a team in England's top flight women's competition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wru-lodges-interest-to-enter-team-in-expanded-pwr/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wru-lodges-interest-to-enter-team-in-expanded-pwr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iconic BBC commentator announces retirement and addresses 'bias' controversy]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC commentator Brian Moore has announced the end of his 26-year career as a rugby commentator.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/iconic-bbc-commentator-announces-retirement-and-addresses-bias-controversy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 12:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/iconic-bbc-commentator-announces-retirement-and-addresses-bias-controversy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iconic BBC host who was given 'death sentence' and 5% survival chance slams old employer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former BBC presenter has opened up about his cancer diagnosis and exit from the broadcast company.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/iconic-bbc-host-who-was-given-death-sentence-and-5-survival-chance-slams-old-employer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 11:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/iconic-bbc-host-who-was-given-death-sentence-and-5-survival-chance-slams-old-employer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Exeter investment will take time to have impact]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter says any potential new investment in the club could take a number of years to show on the field.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-exeter-investment-will-take-time-to-have-impact/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 08:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-exeter-investment-will-take-time-to-have-impact/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The story of how England's 'Golden Generation' unravelled]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why did the England football team not fulfill their potential at the 2006 World Cup?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-story-of-how-englands-golden-generation-unravelled/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-story-of-how-englands-golden-generation-unravelled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Match officials should be held to account - Burgess]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington boss Sam Burgess says rugby league's match officials should be held to account for decisions after his side's Challenge Cup semi-final defeat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/match-officials-should-be-held-to-account-burgess/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/match-officials-should-be-held-to-account-burgess/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quins humiliate Newcastle in meeting of bottom two]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harlequins run in 12 tries as they humiliate Newcastle Red Bulls 76-17 in a match between The Prem's bottom two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/quins-humiliate-newcastle-in-meeting-of-bottom-two/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 19:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/quins-humiliate-newcastle-in-meeting-of-bottom-two/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull KR beat Warrington to reach Challenge Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defending champions Hull KR beat Warrington 32-12 to reach the Challenge Cup final where they will face Wigan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-kr-beat-warrington-to-reach-challenge-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 19:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-kr-beat-warrington-to-reach-challenge-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull KR beat Warrington to set up showdown with Wigan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Holders Hull KR run in five tries as they set up a second consecutive Challenge Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-kr-beat-warrington-to-set-up-showdown-with-wigan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-kr-beat-warrington-to-set-up-showdown-with-wigan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bath miss chance to top Prem after defeat at Exeter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bath reduced to 14 men for 30 minutes after Will Roux received a red card and Tom de Glanville was sin-binned.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-miss-chance-to-top-prem-after-defeat-at-exeter/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 19:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-miss-chance-to-top-prem-after-defeat-at-exeter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints set up Wigan cup final clash with win over Leeds]]></title><description><![CDATA[St Helens set up a repeat of the 2025 Challenge Cup final against Wigan Warriors as they beat Leeds Rhinos.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saints-set-up-wigan-cup-final-clash-with-win-over-leeds/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 16:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saints-set-up-wigan-cup-final-clash-with-win-over-leeds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who needs what in URC final week to make play-offs?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport looks at what is at stake in the final round and how other results could impact Champions Cup qualification.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/who-needs-what-in-urc-final-week-to-make-play-offs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/who-needs-what-in-urc-final-week-to-make-play-offs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wainwright bids farewell in final Dragons home game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales back row Aaron Wainwright says goodbye to Rodney Parade after playing in his final home game for Dragons against Edinburgh.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wainwright-bids-farewell-in-final-dragons-home-game/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 11:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wainwright-bids-farewell-in-final-dragons-home-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ireland still hungry to get better - Bemand]]></title><description><![CDATA[A lot has changed in the past two years for Scott Bemand and his youthful Ireland squad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-still-hungry-to-get-better-bemand/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 09:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-still-hungry-to-get-better-bemand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phil Dowson urges Northampton Saints never to forget East Midlands derby day pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phil Dowson wants his Northampton Saints to &ldquo;never forget&rdquo; their &ldquo;painful&rdquo; 41-17 loss to rivals Leicester Tigers after they were given a mauling at Welford Road yesterday.<br />
The post Phil Dowson urges Northampton Saints never to forget East Midlands derby day pain appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/phil-dowson-urges-northampton-saints-never-to-forget-east-midlands-derby-day-pain/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/phil-dowson-urges-northampton-saints-never-to-forget-east-midlands-derby-day-pain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Italy 33-61 England: Marlie Packer’s punch puts the Italians on the floor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marlie Packer sent a stern reminder to her back row rivals that she is not going away anytime soon after the former England captain delivered a formidable display in Parma to inspire a nine-try victory over Italy.<br />
The post Italy 33-61 England: Marlie Packer&rsquo;s punch puts the Italians on the floor appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/italy-33-61-england-marlie-packers-punch-puts-the-italians-on-the-floor/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/italy-33-61-england-marlie-packers-punch-puts-the-italians-on-the-floor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales progress stalls in sluggish Ireland showing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales' winless Women's Six Nations run hits nine as progress is halted by a disappointing performance away to Ireland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-progress-stalls-in-sluggish-ireland-showing/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-progress-stalls-in-sluggish-ireland-showing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will Genia backs the Henry Pollock hype but feels England need to be more fluid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will Genia is firmly on the Henry Pollock hype train but believes England must evolve into a more dynamic side if they are to compete with the world&rsquo;s best.<br />
The post Will Genia backs the Henry Pollock hype but feels England need to be more fluid appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/will-genia-backs-the-henry-pollock-hype-but-feels-england-need-to-be-more-fluid/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/will-genia-backs-the-henry-pollock-hype-but-feels-england-need-to-be-more-fluid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers 41-17 Northampton Saints: Phil Dowson’s side cut down by razor-sharp Tigers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Geoff Parling refused to get carried away despite his Leicester Tigers&rsquo; serving up a six-try thrashing to title rivals Northampton Saints.<br />
The post Leicester Tigers 41-17 Northampton Saints: Phil Dowson&rsquo;s side cut down by razor-sharp Tigers appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicester-tigers-41-17-northampton-saints-phil-dowsons-side-cut-down-by-razor-sharp-tigers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicester-tigers-41-17-northampton-saints-phil-dowsons-side-cut-down-by-razor-sharp-tigers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Francis Moore: Ealing Trailfinders play and act like a Prem side]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ealing Trailfinders centre Francis Moore believes the unbeaten record-breaking Champ leaders are already operating like a Prem outfit as they build towards the inaugural end-of-season play-offs.<br />
The post Francis Moore: Ealing Trailfinders play and act like a Prem side appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/francis-moore-ealing-trailfinders-play-and-act-like-a-prem-side/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/francis-moore-ealing-trailfinders-play-and-act-like-a-prem-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unbeaten Red Roses set up a 6N decider]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By BEN JAYCOCK KATY Daley-McLean has warned England&rsquo;s emerging stars they must &ldquo;own&rdquo; the intimidating atmosphere in Bordeaux if they are to clinch the Six Nations title next weekend. Following England&rsquo;s clinical 61-33 victory over Italy, the 2014 World Cup winner insists the challenge now shifts from tactical to psychological. She said: &ldquo;I think what [&hellip;]<br />
The post Unbeaten Red Roses set up a 6N decider appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/unbeaten-red-roses-set-up-a-6n-decider/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/unbeaten-red-roses-set-up-a-6n-decider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls vs Harlequins: Jason Gilmore believes Alex Dombrandt deserves an England recall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harlequins chief Jason Gilmore believes Alex Dombrandt is in the form of his life and merits a recall by England this summer.<br />
The post Newcastle Red Bulls vs Harlequins: Jason Gilmore believes Alex Dombrandt deserves an England recall appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/newcastle-red-bulls-vs-harlequins-jason-gilmore-believes-alex-dombrandt-deserves-an-england-recall/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/newcastle-red-bulls-vs-harlequins-jason-gilmore-believes-alex-dombrandt-deserves-an-england-recall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Life in the second row suits Northampton Saints’ Ed Prowse to a tee]]></title><description><![CDATA[Second rows are regularly used at wing forward but Northampton Saints&rsquo; Ed Prowse has settled into the position after being converted from tighthead prop.<br />
The post Life in the second row suits Northampton Saints&rsquo; Ed Prowse to a tee appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/life-in-the-second-row-suits-northampton-saints-ed-prowse-to-a-tee/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/life-in-the-second-row-suits-northampton-saints-ed-prowse-to-a-tee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeremy Guscott: Secrecy surrounding England review makes no sense]]></title><description><![CDATA[The RFU review into the 2026 Six Nations was never likely to make great reading after England lost four Championship matches for the first time since 1976.<br />
The post Jeremy Guscott: Secrecy surrounding England review makes no sense appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-secrecy-surrounding-england-review-makes-no-sense/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-secrecy-surrounding-england-review-makes-no-sense/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gloucester 21-15 Sale Sharks: Last-gasp Charlie Atkinson cuts down Sharks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucester flyhalf Charlie Atkinson took the opportunity of displaying his talents to onlooking England head coach Steve Borthwick with a man of the match performance against Sale Sharks.<br />
The post Gloucester 21-15 Sale Sharks: Last-gasp Charlie Atkinson cuts down Sharks appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gloucester-21-15-sale-sharks-last-gasp-charlie-atkinson-cuts-down-sharks/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gloucester-21-15-sale-sharks-last-gasp-charlie-atkinson-cuts-down-sharks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter Chiefs vs Bath: Max Norey out to prove his worth for Rob Baxter’s side]]></title><description><![CDATA[Max Norey had little hesitation in signing a new contract with Exeter Chiefs despite a lack of starts for the club.<br />
The post Exeter Chiefs vs Bath: Max Norey out to prove his worth for Rob Baxter&rsquo;s side appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-chiefs-vs-bath-max-norey-out-to-prove-his-worth-for-rob-baxters-side/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-chiefs-vs-bath-max-norey-out-to-prove-his-worth-for-rob-baxters-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charlie Ewels insists Bordeaux defeat will make Bath a better side]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlie Ewels had a lightbulb moment in Toulouse in 2023 showing him Europe&rsquo;s best were not invincible &ndash; and reckons Bath&rsquo;s kids had the same in Bordeaux last weekend.<br />
The post Charlie Ewels insists Bordeaux defeat will make Bath a better side appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/charlie-ewels-insists-bordeaux-defeat-will-make-bath-a-better-side/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/charlie-ewels-insists-bordeaux-defeat-will-make-bath-a-better-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bristol Bears 26-41 Saracens: Sarries fix their sights on play-offs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saracens are on the march. A third successive victory may have kept them in sixth place, but with home games against Gloucester and Harlequins to come they are firmly in contention for the play-offs after defeating Bristol Bears.<br />
The post Bristol Bears 26-41 Saracens: Sarries fix their sights on play-offs appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bristol-bears-26-41-saracens-sarries-fix-their-sights-on-play-offs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bristol-bears-26-41-saracens-sarries-fix-their-sights-on-play-offs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Lions should head to Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[WITH reference to the fantastic and correct comments regarding the future of the Lions made in The Rugby Paper on May 3 by both Brendan Gallagher and Nick Cain. Firstly, let&rsquo;s just take a look at how the Australian tour has boosted the Australian RFU and of course, and as Nick pointed out, don&rsquo;t waste [&hellip;]<br />
The post Why Lions should head to Argentina appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/why-lions-should-head-to-argentina/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/why-lions-should-head-to-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Old Pals’ Act strikes again]]></title><description><![CDATA[WHEN Prem newcomers Worcester Warriors were turfed out of that league for encountering financial problems, they were victims of the biggest shafting in English rugby since Wigan and company were told to go and invent their own version of rugby for daring to reimburse players for time off work &ndash; &lsquo;broken time payments&rsquo;. Now Ealing [&hellip;]<br />
The post The Old Pals&rsquo; Act strikes again appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-old-pals-act-strikes-again/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-old-pals-act-strikes-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Skiv: We were not clinical enough]]></title><description><![CDATA[GLOUCESTER director of rugby George Skiving-ton accepted his side were not at their best but was still relieved that the win went their way. He said: &ldquo;There were good individual moments from most players but we weren&rsquo;t connected as a group. &ldquo;We created a lot of chances but we weren&rsquo;t clinical enough to take all [&hellip;]<br />
The post Skiv: We were not clinical enough appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/skiv-we-were-not-clinical-enough/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/skiv-we-were-not-clinical-enough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sharks ……….46 Benetton …….. 7]]></title><description><![CDATA[JURENZO Julius scored a hat-trick of tries as part of a ruthless Sharks display which ensured Benetton were hammered at Kings Park. Former Junior Springbok Julius starred, while Ed-will van der Merwe grabbed two tries as the Sharks&rsquo; dominant scrum laid the platform for an emphatic victory. Van der Merwe opened the scoring after slick [&hellip;]<br />
The post Sharks &hellip;&hellip;&hellip;.46 Benetton &hellip;&hellip;.. 7 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sharks-46-benetton-7/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sharks-46-benetton-7/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scottish get in mood for Richmond showdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[By BLUEBELL By GUY L Scottish .... Tries: Duncan 17, 45; Povey 49 Conversions: Honey 17, 50 Caldy .................14pts Tries: Logan 1, Gallagher 67 Conversions: Barker 1, Wilkinson 67 TENACIOUS defence saw London Scottish finish the regular season with a win against Caldy ahead of next weekend&rsquo;s relegation play-off against Richmond. Scottish head coach Joe [&hellip;]<br />
The post Scottish get in mood for Richmond showdown appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scottish-get-in-mood-for-richmond-showdown/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scottish-get-in-mood-for-richmond-showdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland 28-69 France: The French demolish Scots to set up grand finale]]></title><description><![CDATA[France powered into a title decider against England after running in 11 tries in a ruthless victory in Edinburgh.<br />
The post Scotland 28-69 France: The French demolish Scots to set up grand finale appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotland-28-69-france-the-french-demolish-scots-to-set-up-grand-finale/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotland-28-69-france-the-french-demolish-scots-to-set-up-grand-finale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rampant Warriors in command at the top]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By BEN JAYCOCK Glasgow ............40pts Tries: Dempsey 19, Steyn 24, Matthews 32, 54; Schickerling 65, Rowe 74 Conversions: Horne 20, 26, 33, 55; Smith 74 Cardiff ............... 17pts Tries: Adams 28, Southworth 59, Beetham 80 Conversion: Sheedy 29 GLASGOW Warriors surged back to the top of the URC table with a commanding victory at Scotstoun, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Rampant Warriors in command at the top appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rampant-warriors-in-command-at-the-top/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rampant-warriors-in-command-at-the-top/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quartet get off to a flying start]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bill Beaumont Division Three round-up By GEORGE WELLBELOVE IT WAS a day of big scorelines in Division 3 as Leicestershire, Middlesex, Dorset &amp; Wiltshire and Sussex all racked up sizable victories to get off to flying starts with their sights on Twickenham. In Pool 1, Leicestershire dismantled neighbours Warwickshire with an immense attacking display. Justin [&hellip;]<br />
The post Quartet get off to a flying start appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/quartet-get-off-to-a-flying-start/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/quartet-get-off-to-a-flying-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates agree landmark deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[CORNISH Pirates have secured &ldquo;landmark&rdquo; investment from American firm Stonewood Capital Management. The deal is backed by J. Kenneth Moritz and John H. Tippins of the Pittsburgh-based group, who both join the club&rsquo;s board which will not be complet-icant moment for Cornish Pirates,&rdquo; said Pirates CEO Sally Pettipher. &ldquo;To attract investment from experienced US investors [&hellip;]<br />
The post Pirates agree landmark deal appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/pirates-agree-landmark-deal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/pirates-agree-landmark-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pioneering Pirates show the Prem how it should be done]]></title><description><![CDATA[YOU couldn&rsquo;t make it up. Cornish Pirates, down in seventh place in the Champ, the league confined to outer darkness by the RFU administration, secures the financial backing of American venture capital firm the Pittsburgh-based Stonewood Capital Management. It is English rugby&rsquo;s &ldquo;Changing Places&rdquo; moment, a good news story that the Champ clubs are wanted, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Pioneering Pirates show the Prem how it should be done appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/pioneering-pirates-show-the-prem-how-it-should-be-done/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/pioneering-pirates-show-the-prem-how-it-should-be-done/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Jackson: Leo Cullen should know that the press aren’t cheerleaders]]></title><description><![CDATA[AS head coach of Leinster, Leo Cullen runs a squad crammed with more capped players than any other club, province or region in five of the Six Nations. Only the game&rsquo;s great imperial power housed in the oval-shaped palace of Stade Toulousanne can match Leinster&rsquo;s galaxy of 32 internationals. All that collective Irish Test might [&hellip;]<br />
The post Peter Jackson: Leo Cullen should know that the press aren&rsquo;t cheerleaders appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-leo-cullen-should-know-that-the-press-arent-cheerleaders/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-leo-cullen-should-know-that-the-press-arent-cheerleaders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Jackson: Leigh Halfpenny bravery wins royal approval]]></title><description><![CDATA[Peter Jackson pays tribute to Leigh Halfpenny&rsquo;s courage, humility and unforgettable career, from his iconic Twickenham tackle to Lions glory and Wales greatness.<br />
The post Peter Jackson: Leigh Halfpenny bravery wins royal approval appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-leigh-halfpenny-bravery-wins-royal-approval/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-leigh-halfpenny-bravery-wins-royal-approval/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Rees: ‘Europe’ is a formidable mountain to conquer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Rees looks at the challenges teams face on the road in the Champions Cup and the Challenge Cup plus more ahead of the finals in Bilbao.<br />
The post Paul Rees: &lsquo;Europe&rsquo; is a formidable mountain to conquer appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-europe-is-a-formidable-mountain-to-conquer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-europe-is-a-formidable-mountain-to-conquer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys 27-20 Scarlets: Jac Morgan takes his leave in fine style]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jac Morgan marked his final home appearance for the Ospreys with a late match-winning try against Scarlets as they secured the URC Welsh Shield.<br />
The post Ospreys 27-20 Scarlets: Jac Morgan takes his leave in fine style appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-27-20-scarlets-jac-morgan-takes-his-leave-in-fine-style/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-27-20-scarlets-jac-morgan-takes-his-leave-in-fine-style/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Osborne sparks Leinster charge]]></title><description><![CDATA[nBy JAMES STEPHENS Leinster ...........31 Lions................... 7 LEINSTER strengthened their push for a top-two finish with a bonus-point victory over at the Aviva. Fresh from securing a place in the Champions Cup final, Leo Cullen rotated heavily but still watched his side produce a composed display to climb from fifth to third and move closer [&hellip;]<br />
The post Osborne sparks Leinster charge appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/osborne-sparks-leinster-charge/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/osborne-sparks-leinster-charge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Opoku hat-trick puts Cov into overdrive]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By DAVID LAWRENCE Coventry .......... 64pts Tries: Opoku 6, 44, 48; Reeves 17, 78; Barton 10, Ferrie 66, Bacon 69, Nayagi 76 Conversions: Thomas 10, 17, 44, 48; Mathews 66, 69, 76, 78 Penalty: Mathews 65 Worcester ........28pts Tries: Bassett 27, 34; Gonzalez 60, Trewin 74 Conversions: Twelvetrees 27, 34, 60, 74 WINGER David Opoku [&hellip;]<br />
The post Opoku hat-trick puts Cov into overdrive appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/opoku-hat-trick-puts-cov-into-overdrive/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/opoku-hat-trick-puts-cov-into-overdrive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Now it’s knockout rugby – George]]></title><description><![CDATA[JAMIE George described Saracens&rsquo; latest success over Bristol as a statement victory that keeps them in the play-off hunt. The England hooker said that Sarries have regarded every match as must-win after their loss to Northampton in March and they have since won three in a row. &ldquo;It is knockout rugby for us because of [&hellip;]<br />
The post Now it&rsquo;s knockout rugby &ndash; George appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/now-its-knockout-rugby-george/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/now-its-knockout-rugby-george/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Cain: Detailed? Robust? No… It’s a farcical non-review]]></title><description><![CDATA[The RFU&rsquo;s review into England&rsquo;s 2026 Six Nations nosedive was a whitewash that told the English rugby public, and the media, virtually nothing about the alarming decline in the playing standards of the team run by head coach Steve Borthwick.<br />
The post Nick Cain: Detailed? Robust? No&hellip; It&rsquo;s a farcical non-review appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-detailed-robust-no-its-a-farcical-non-review/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-detailed-robust-no-its-a-farcical-non-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maycock double helps Harrogate bounce back up]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By HARVEY ALLEN Rossendale ............14 Harrogate ............... 21 HARROGATE returned to the National Leagues at the first time of asking, beating Rossendale in the play-off. The Lancashire side went down a player just 16 minutes in, giving enough room for Harrogate&rsquo;s Steve Maycock, below right, to maul his way over the line to draw first [&hellip;]<br />
The post Maycock double helps Harrogate bounce back up appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/maycock-double-helps-harrogate-bounce-back-up/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/maycock-double-helps-harrogate-bounce-back-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Long journey is worthwhile for Oundle]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By BRIAN TILLEY Tynedale ................20 Oundle .....................29 THE 400-mile round trip to Northumberland ended in triumph for Oundle when they overcame Tynedale to ease into the National One play-off final. A badly misfiring line-out saw Tynedale struggle for any meaningful possession, and they gave away too many penalties. Oundle got off to the perfect start, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Long journey is worthwhile for Oundle appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/long-journey-is-worthwhile-for-oundle/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/long-journey-is-worthwhile-for-oundle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Let Newcastle and Ealing hold £1million shootout]]></title><description><![CDATA[AS the RFU seems not to have any issue with changing rules mid-season, let me propose one more: Ealing Trailfinders deserve the chance to challenge Newcastle in a &ldquo;million pound game&rdquo; style fixture. The sporting disparity is undeniable: Ealing are an unstoppable force with a 26-0 record, while the top-tier side has struggled at 1-13. [&hellip;]<br />
The post Let Newcastle and Ealing hold &pound;1million shootout appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/let-newcastle-and-ealing-hold-1million-shootout/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/let-newcastle-and-ealing-hold-1million-shootout/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lancashire 38-18 Yorkshire: Alex Looney’s side control round one showdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bill Beaumont Division One By Gareth Lyons Lancashire........38pts Tries: Giliand 5, Ellam 21, Deans 29, Freeman 44, Sturgess 58, Rylance 67 Conversions: Johnson 31, 45, 59, 68 Yorkshire...........18pts Tries: Stephenson 11, Cowan 28, Norman 79 Penalty: Baker 7 Lancashire put one foot into the County Championship final after a dominant win over an inexperienced Yorkshire [&hellip;]<br />
The post Lancashire 38-18 Yorkshire: Alex Looney&rsquo;s side control round one showdown appeared first on The Rugb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lancashire-38-18-yorkshire-alex-looneys-side-control-round-one-showdown/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lancashire-38-18-yorkshire-alex-looneys-side-control-round-one-showdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kok hat-trick has Ulster in the fight]]></title><description><![CDATA[nBy SAM JACKSON Ulster ...............38 Stormers..........38 STORMERS fought back for a share of the spoils at Kingspan in a match defined by disciplinary drama and a sensational hat-trick by Werner Kok. The result leaves both sides with work to do in the final round of the URC regular season. Ulster captain Iain Henderson was shown [&hellip;]<br />
The post Kok hat-trick has Ulster in the fight appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/kok-hat-trick-has-ulster-in-the-fight/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/kok-hat-trick-has-ulster-in-the-fight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jamie Heafield hails patience after Kings Norton’s title-winning turnaround]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kings Norton head coach Jamie Heafield insists patience and belief have been key after guiding the club from struggling to raise a side to league champions.<br />
The post Jamie Heafield hails patience after Kings Norton&rsquo;s title-winning turnaround appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jamie-heafield-hails-patience-after-kings-nortons-title-winning-turnaround/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jamie-heafield-hails-patience-after-kings-nortons-title-winning-turnaround/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ireland 33-12 Wales: Power of the Irish is too much for the Welsh]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland&rsquo;s forward dominance told as a peerless Aoife Wafer steered Scott Bemand&rsquo;s side to a commanding victory over Wales.<br />
The post Ireland 33-12 Wales: Power of the Irish is too much for the Welsh appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-33-12-wales-power-of-the-irish-is-too-much-for-the-welsh/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-33-12-wales-power-of-the-irish-is-too-much-for-the-welsh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Honest review’ backs Borthwick]]></title><description><![CDATA[HEAD coach Steve Borthwick has been backed by the RFU to turn around England&rsquo;s form. The Six Nations review blamed a lack of discipline, accuracy and cutting edge as the main factors for a dismal Six Nations campaign in which England won only one game and finished fifth - their worst performance since the tournament&rsquo;s [&hellip;]<br />
The post &lsquo;Honest review&rsquo; backs Borthwick appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/honest-review-backs-borthwick/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/honest-review-backs-borthwick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hinckley are aiming high]]></title><description><![CDATA[nBy CHRIS COLLYER Dynamic: Rory Vowles HINCKLEY claimed an impressive third place finish in National Two North but top points scorer Rory Vowles insists there&rsquo;s more to come next season. The Midlands-based club narrowly lost out on finishing second to Luctonians, however they&rsquo;re proud that they bested the Hereford-based team twice this season. Vowles, 27, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Hinckley are aiming high appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hinckley-are-aiming-high/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hinckley-are-aiming-high/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Henley take time to find their feet]]></title><description><![CDATA[nBy ALISTAIR BEYNON HENLEY Hawks sealed their National 2 status for next season with a sensational second half display against Tunbridge Wells. The game was in the balance at half time, but four tries in the second period put pay to any hope the Kent side had. The first quarter was cagey, and despite Max [&hellip;]<br />
The post Henley take time to find their feet appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/henley-take-time-to-find-their-feet/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/henley-take-time-to-find-their-feet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hartpury seal their spot in the play-offs]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By OLIVER D&rsquo;ARCY Hartpury ............30pts Tries: Field 50, Knight 55, 65; Hunt 75 Conversions: Bazalgette 51, 66 Penalties: Bazalgette 18, 36 C Pirates ...........21pts Tries: Ribbons 25, Nelson 45, Moody 60 Conversions: Robson 26, 45, 61 HARTPURY sealed their spot in the play-offs with a bonus-point victory over the Pirates in a winner-takes-all thriller. The [&hellip;]<br />
The post Hartpury seal their spot in the play-offs appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hartpury-seal-their-spot-in-the-play-offs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hartpury-seal-their-spot-in-the-play-offs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harris back at Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[SCOTLAND centre Chris Harris will return to Newcastle next season, where he made 104 appearances before moving to Gloucester. The 35-year-old, who has 47 caps for Scotland and one for the Lions, has spent this season at Bath after leaving Kingsholm last summer. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s a real full-circle moment to be heading back to Kingston Park,&rdquo; [&hellip;]<br />
The post Harris back at Newcastle appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/harris-back-at-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/harris-back-at-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gibson in the right place to finish off visitors]]></title><description><![CDATA[National League play-offs &#9632;By JOSH THOMAS B Moseley .......60 Luctonians ......15 BIRMINGHAM Moseley scored eight tries to ease past Luctonians to secure a place in the National 1 Accession Final and keep their hopes alive of holding onto their place in the National League One. Mose opened the scoring through Ben Pogson inside the first [&hellip;]<br />
The post Gibson in the right place to finish off visitors appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gibson-in-the-right-place-to-finish-off-visitors/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gibson-in-the-right-place-to-finish-off-visitors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France leading the way in the finance stakes]]></title><description><![CDATA[AS Iain Sharpe states in his letter last week, there is no law of nature that makes the gulf between Prem and Champ unbridgeable. It&rsquo;s the laws of economics that, in my view, have this effect &ndash; unless significant new external funding for the game can be found. Rugby faces a huge challenge on the [&hellip;]<br />
The post France leading the way in the finance stakes appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-leading-the-way-in-the-finance-stakes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-leading-the-way-in-the-finance-stakes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fit-again Van der Merwe is quickly back in his old routine]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By GEORGE LAWRENCE Dragons .............15pts Tries: Lewis 28, Keddie 45 Conversion: O&rsquo;Brien 29 Penalty: O&rsquo;Brien 7 Edinburgh ........ 24pts Tries: Ashman 18, Currie 40, van der Merwe 49, 74 Conversions: Thompson 19, 40 EDINBURGH made it three straight URC victories as Duhan van der Merwe marked his return from injury with two tries in a [&hellip;]<br />
The post Fit-again Van der Merwe is quickly back in his old routine appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/fit-again-van-der-merwe-is-quickly-back-in-his-old-routine/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/fit-again-van-der-merwe-is-quickly-back-in-his-old-routine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter takeover approved]]></title><description><![CDATA[THE takeover of Exeter Chiefs by the owners of Premier League side AFC Bournemouth has been approved by the Prem rugby club. Members and shareholders voted in favour of a bid by Cannae Holdings&rsquo; Black Knight Sports and Entertainment at a special general meeting on Thursday. If the takeover goes through, they will purchase all [&hellip;]<br />
The post Exeter takeover approved appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-takeover-approved/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-takeover-approved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter students in for another term]]></title><description><![CDATA[nBy RORY MORROW Stourbridge............ 10 Exeter Uni................64 EXETER University are staying in National Two West after winning the play-off with Stourbridge who finished third in Regional 1 Midlands. In arguably the crunch contest of the campaign, Exeter were simply superior throughout, making a mockery of the supposed pressure that playoff matches can bring. Harry Woodman [&hellip;]<br />
The post Exeter students in for another term appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-students-in-for-another-term/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-students-in-for-another-term/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[End-of-season play-offs becoming a bit of a farce]]></title><description><![CDATA[AS a Coventry RFC supporter, now that the dangling carrot of a one-off Prem access match against the bottom Prem side has been given the kibosh by the RFU in cahoots with the Prem ring-fencers and franchise enthusiasts, the end-of-season play-offs to merely determine the winners of the Champ would appear to be a futile [&hellip;]<br />
The post End-of-season play-offs becoming a bit of a farce appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/end-of-season-play-offs-becoming-a-bit-of-a-farce/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/end-of-season-play-offs-becoming-a-bit-of-a-farce/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ealing Trailfinders 52-14 Bedford Blues: A perfect finish for Ben Ward’s invincibles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ealing Trailfinders completed a perfect winning league season in Elior Champ Rugby as they ran in eight tries to see off a much-changed Bedford Blues, to make it 26 wins out of as many games leading into the play-offs.<br />
The post Ealing Trailfinders 52-14 Bedford Blues: A perfect finish for Ben Ward&rsquo;s invincibles appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ealing-trailfinders-52-14-bedford-blues-a-perfect-finish-for-ben-wards-invincibles/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ealing-trailfinders-52-14-bedford-blues-a-perfect-finish-for-ben-wards-invincibles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dowson: We are still in the title race]]></title><description><![CDATA[NORTHAMPTON boss Phil Dowson admits his side were not at the races at Welford Road but insists they are still contenders for the Prem title. &ldquo;This is a tough place to come, they&rsquo;re unbeaten for a long period of time and we weren&rsquo;t at it, but I don&rsquo;t think we need to stress about it,&rdquo; [&hellip;]<br />
The post Dowson: We are still in the title race appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dowson-we-are-still-in-the-title-race/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dowson-we-are-still-in-the-title-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doncaster finally show what might have been]]></title><description><![CDATA[By GUY WILLIAMS Doncaster ........ 54 Tries: Dolly 3, 22; Chapman 35, Edwards 38, McGuire 61, Penalty 66, McNab 71, Kerr 75 Conversions: Bennett 22, 35, 38, 61, 71, 75 Nottingham ..... 45pts Tries: Timmins 7,Christian-Goss 18, Cherry 28, Simpson 33, Yarnell 51, Garrett 78, Cherry 80 Conversions: Parks 7, 18, 28, 78, 80 IN [&hellip;]<br />
The post Doncaster finally show what might have been appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/doncaster-finally-show-what-might-have-been/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/doncaster-finally-show-what-might-have-been/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Denham happy with his hat-trick of wins]]></title><description><![CDATA[nBy BEN JAYCOCK ANDREW Denham has developed a habit of winning National Two East titles, having secured his third with three different clubs last weekend. Denham, below, helped Bury St Edmunds secure a historic first-ever promotion to National One this season after the flanker had previously achieved the feat with Rams in 2019 before repeating [&hellip;]<br />
The post Denham happy with his hat-trick of wins appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/denham-happy-with-his-hat-trick-of-wins/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/denham-happy-with-his-hat-trick-of-wins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Connacht cash in on Barron’s red]]></title><description><![CDATA[nBy DAVID LYONS Connacht ........26 Munster............. 7 CONNACHT dominated the first half at Dexcom Stadium, taking a commanding 19-0 lead into half-time. The game took a pivotal turn in the 21st minute when Munster&rsquo;s Diarmuid Barron saw his yellow card upgraded to a 20-minute red card following a high tackle on Dylan Tierney-Martin. Connacht utilised [&hellip;]<br />
The post Connacht cash in on Barron&rsquo;s red appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/connacht-cash-in-on-barrons-red/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/connacht-cash-in-on-barrons-red/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Champions Cheshire are put to the sword]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bill Beaumont Division Two round-up By C&Oacute;IL&Iacute;N DUFFY CHESHIRE&rsquo;S defence of their Division 2 Bill Beaumont County Championship title began on a disappointing note as Northumberland secured a deserved 33-15 victory at Preston Avenue in North Shields. The reigning champions travelled north hoping to make another strong start, but Northumberland produced a composed and clinical [&hellip;]<br />
The post Champions Cheshire are put to the sword appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/champions-cheshire-are-put-to-the-sword/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/champions-cheshire-are-put-to-the-sword/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Campbell hits the heights to make sure for Chinnor]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By C&Oacute;IL&Iacute;N DUFFY Chinnor .............29pts Tries: Cave 18, Goss 46, 67; Walker 63, Rukhadze 72 Conversions: Chamberlain 19; Yandall 73 Richmond ........14pts Tries: Winchurch-Beale 9, Wakeling 24 Conversions: Slevin 10, 25 CHINNOR secured their place in the Champ play-offs by fighting back to beat Richmond at Kingsey Road to finish fifth and extend their season [&hellip;]<br />
The post Campbell hits the heights to make sure for Chinnor appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/campbell-hits-the-heights-to-make-sure-for-chinnor/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/campbell-hits-the-heights-to-make-sure-for-chinnor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bulls …………..56 Zebre …………. 19]]></title><description><![CDATA[JOHAN Ackermann&rsquo;s Bulls ran in eight tries in the Loftus sun to push their play-off claims with Willie le Roux pulling the strings at fly-half. He scored the opening try after a break by centre Canan Moodie and then converted. Moodie grabbed the second after an inside break by Sergeal Petersen. Le Roux again added [&hellip;]<br />
The post Bulls &hellip;&hellip;&hellip;&hellip;..56 Zebre &hellip;&hellip;&hellip;&hellip;. 19 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bulls-56-zebre-19/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bulls-56-zebre-19/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blackheath 22-10 Plymouth Albion: The Club close in on the second tier]]></title><description><![CDATA[After an interval of 27 years, Blackheath are just one step away from a return to domestic rugby&rsquo;s second tier, following an outstanding performance to overcome the challenge of Plymouth Albion.<br />
The post Blackheath 22-10 Plymouth Albion: The Club close in on the second tier appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/blackheath-22-10-plymouth-albion-the-club-close-in-on-the-second-tier/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/blackheath-22-10-plymouth-albion-the-club-close-in-on-the-second-tier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ampthill put on show as sun sets on Cambridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By STEVE JACKSON Ampthill ............75pts Tries: Wilson 7, Vaeneku 13, 37; Smith 49, Jones 50, Heslop 52, 54, 75; Davidson 68, Grimoldby 78, Morgan 80 Conversions: Keylock 8, 38, 49, 50, 52, 54, 68, 75; Grimoldby 78, Johnston 80 Cambridge .......33pts Tries: Mills 25, Currie 26, 63; Eckersley 58, Mausia 72 Conversions: Mausia 26; Thompson [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ampthill put on show as sun sets on Cambridge appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ampthill-put-on-show-as-sun-sets-on-cambridge/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ampthill-put-on-show-as-sun-sets-on-cambridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alison Kervin: The game is flourishing – don’t make it different]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you have been to any women&rsquo;s rugby matches recently, you will have witnessed scenes that were unimaginable a decade ago: a full house, the roar of the crowd, singing, joy and delight.<br />
The post Alison Kervin: The game is flourishing &ndash; don&rsquo;t make it different appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/alison-kervin-the-game-is-flourishing-dont-make-it-different/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/alison-kervin-the-game-is-flourishing-dont-make-it-different/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wyggs have week to remember]]></title><description><![CDATA[By BEN JAYCOCK OADBY Wyggestonians enjoyed what the club are now proudly calling the &ldquo;Week of the Wygg&rdquo; after both the men&rsquo;s and women&rsquo;s sides created history by lifting Leicestershire County Cups within four days of each other. The men secured the county crown for the first time in the club&rsquo;s 46-year history with a [&hellip;]<br />
The post Wyggs have week to remember appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wyggs-have-week-to-remember/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wyggs-have-week-to-remember/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Roses go in search of fifth title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gill Burns Championship preview By BEN JAYCOCK YORKSHIRE Women head into the new Gill Burns County Championship campaign as the team to beat after securing back-to-back Division 1 titles in 2025. The White Rose side retained their crown with a 29-19 victory over Buckinghamshire at Twickenham, with Becky Patrick, Steph Tharme, Mary Stones and Alix [&hellip;]<br />
The post White Roses go in search of fifth title appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/white-roses-go-in-search-of-fifth-title/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/white-roses-go-in-search-of-fifth-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The day Rochy gave Merlene a shock]]></title><description><![CDATA[THE mention of certain names in our sporting village instantly results in a big smile and Tony Roche tops that list. Tony &ndash; or Louis Anthony Joseph de la Roche to be precise &ndash; died last week aged 77 in his native Waterford after a notable career reporting on rugby, football and much else besides, [&hellip;]<br />
The post The day Rochy gave Merlene a shock appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-day-rochy-gave-merlene-a-shock/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-day-rochy-gave-merlene-a-shock/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steelmen keen to join the party]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By ROB COLE SUPER RYGBI FINAL PREVIEW... Ebbw Vale v Llandovery Today. Kick-off 4:45pm, Eugene Cross Park THREE teams have dominated the silverware at the top end of the semi-professional game in Wales in recent years in Llandovery, Newport and Cardiff. Between them they have won the last nine league and cup titles with a [&hellip;]<br />
The post Steelmen keen to join the party appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/steelmen-keen-to-join-the-party/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/steelmen-keen-to-join-the-party/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Two North Dream Team: Sheffield’s seven show their steel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Jaycock canvassed the views of The Rugby Paper&rsquo;s National Two North reporters to select the 2025/26 Team of the Season<br />
The post National Two North Dream Team: Sheffield&rsquo;s seven show their steel appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/national-two-north-dream-team-sheffields-seven-show-their-steel/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/national-two-north-dream-team-sheffields-seven-show-their-steel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Life in Rugby: Ryan Edwards – Bristol fashion suited my style]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryan Edwards, the former Bristol Bears, Cardiff Blues and Bridgend winger, reflects on his life in rugby.<br />
The post My Life in Rugby: Ryan Edwards &ndash; Bristol fashion suited my style appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-life-in-rugby-ryan-edwards-bristol-fashion-suited-my-style/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-life-in-rugby-ryan-edwards-bristol-fashion-suited-my-style/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lydiate joins Wales coaching staff]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWS EXTRA DAN Lydiate will leave Dragons to become a full-time member of Steve Tandy&rsquo;s Wales coaching team. Wales face Barbarians, Fiji, Argentina and South Africa this summer. The former Wales flanker, right, who won 72 caps for Wales and three for the Lions, was involved in Tandy&rsquo;s set-up in the autumn and Six Nations. [&hellip;]<br />
The post Lydiate joins Wales coaching staff appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lydiate-joins-wales-coaching-staff/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lydiate-joins-wales-coaching-staff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ironmen keep grip on the title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premiership round-up MERTHYR have retained the Welsh Premiership title after yesterday&rsquo;s 26-18 bonus-point victory at Bargoed. The Ironmen knew securing maximum points at Bargoed Park would seal the deal. And tries from wing Jack Kathrens, skipper Paddy McBride, hooker Ellis Shipp and prop Rhys Lewis ensured the trophy would be staying at The Wern. Jacob [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ironmen keep grip on the title appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ironmen-keep-grip-on-the-title/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ironmen-keep-grip-on-the-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crusaders keep the pressure on leaders]]></title><description><![CDATA[CONVERTED flanker Leicester Fainga&rsquo;anuku inspired Crusaders to a 36-20 win over Blues to maintain their perfect record at One NZ Stadium in Christchurch and stay in the hunt near the top of the table. By BEN JAYCOCK Super Rugby Pacific round-up The former winger delivered a clever inside pass from a trick lineout move for [&hellip;]<br />
The post Crusaders keep the pressure on leaders appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/crusaders-keep-the-pressure-on-leaders/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/crusaders-keep-the-pressure-on-leaders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brendan Gallagher: French director calls the shots]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dastardly French TV directors have been quietly controlling big games in France for a couple of decades now so in one way I don&rsquo;t really get the furore over last week&rsquo;s Champions Cup semi-final between Bordeaux and Bath.<br />
The post Brendan Gallagher: French director calls the shots appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brendan-gallagher-french-director-calls-the-shots/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brendan-gallagher-french-director-calls-the-shots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bordeaux need to seal deal for Louis]]></title><description><![CDATA[JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN TO describe Louis Bielle-Biarrey as hot rugby property is an understatement so criminal it would go straight to the top of Interpol&rsquo;s most wanted list. He has scored 30 tries in 28 outings for Bordeaux and France this season. Since his club debut in January 2022, his overall senior rugby touchdown [&hellip;]<br />
The post Bordeaux need to seal deal for Louis appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bordeaux-need-to-seal-deal-for-louis/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bordeaux-need-to-seal-deal-for-louis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['There's a lot to be proud of' - Wafer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland's Aoife Wafer hails her team's "clinical" performance in Belfast, after scoring twice and securing a bonus point in their 33-12 win over Wales in the Women's Six Nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/theres-a-lot-to-be-proud-of-wafer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 23:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/theres-a-lot-to-be-proud-of-wafer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wafer scores twice as Ireland beat Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aoife Wafer scores twice as Ireland beat Wales 33-12 at home to record their second win of the 2026 Women's Six Nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wafer-scores-twice-as-ireland-beat-wales/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 22:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wafer-scores-twice-as-ireland-beat-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Connacht boost URC play-off hopes with Munster win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Connacht boost their hopes of sneaking into the United Rugby Championship play-offs with a bonus-point 26-7 win over an injury-hit Munster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/connacht-boost-urc-play-off-hopes-with-munster-win/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 22:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/connacht-boost-urc-play-off-hopes-with-munster-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wafer shines as Ireland enjoy home win over Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland register their second win in the Women's Six Nations with a hard-fought 33-12 bonus-point victory over Wales at Affidea Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wafer-shines-as-ireland-enjoy-home-win-over-wales/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 21:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wafer-shines-as-ireland-enjoy-home-win-over-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four-try Packer 'doesn't go away' as England set up Grand Slam decider]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four-try veteran flanker Marlie Packer "doesn't go away" as she eyes a fitting England finale in Bordeaux's Women's Six Nations Grand Slam decider.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/four-try-packer-doesnt-go-away-as-england-set-up-grand-slam-decider/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 20:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/four-try-packer-doesnt-go-away-as-england-set-up-grand-slam-decider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France hammer Scotland to set up England showdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[France score 11 tries on their way to a resounding 69-28 win over Scotland, to set up a final day showdown with England for the Women's Six Nations title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-hammer-scotland-to-set-up-england-showdown/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 20:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-hammer-scotland-to-set-up-england-showdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[11-try France beat Scotland to set up England decider]]></title><description><![CDATA[France run in 11 tries to sweep Scotland aside and earn the bonus-point win that sets up a final day showdown with England next weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/11-try-france-beat-scotland-to-set-up-england-decider/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/11-try-france-beat-scotland-to-set-up-england-decider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six-try Wigan shut out St Helens to reach Challenge Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[A magnificent defensive effort by Wigan Warriors against derby rivals St Helens earns them a third Challenge Cup final appearance in five years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/six-try-wigan-shut-out-st-helens-to-reach-challenge-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/six-try-wigan-shut-out-st-helens-to-reach-challenge-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicester score six tries to beat leaders Northampton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester post a record home league win over Prem leaders Northampton in a feisty East Midlands derby with hooker Jamie Blamire scoring two tries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicester-score-six-tries-to-beat-leaders-northampton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicester-score-six-tries-to-beat-leaders-northampton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan thrash St Helens to make Challenge Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[A magnificent defensive effort by Wigan Warriors against derby rivals St Helens earns them a third Challenge Cup final appearance in five years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigan-thrash-st-helens-to-make-challenge-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigan-thrash-st-helens-to-make-challenge-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England dominate Italy to set up Six Nations title decider]]></title><description><![CDATA[England score nine tries to seal a 61-33 away win against Italy and set up a Women's Six Nations title decider against France.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-dominate-italy-to-set-up-six-nations-title-decider/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 17:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-dominate-italy-to-set-up-six-nations-title-decider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It was perfect' - Packer on four-try performance against Italy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marlie Packer says she's "got a smile back" on her face as the England flanker scores four tries in her side's 61-33 win over Italy in the Women's Six Nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/it-was-perfect-packer-on-four-try-performance-against-italy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 17:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/it-was-perfect-packer-on-four-try-performance-against-italy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Packer scores four as England close in on Grand Slam]]></title><description><![CDATA[England veteran flanker Marlie Packer scores four tries to help the Red Roses thrash Italy in Parma and remain on course for an eighth straight Women's Six Nations title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/packer-scores-four-as-england-close-in-on-grand-slam/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/packer-scores-four-as-england-close-in-on-grand-slam/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four-try haul for Packer as England beat Italy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marlie Packer scores four tries as England dominate Italy 61-33 in the Women's Six Nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/four-try-haul-for-packer-as-england-beat-italy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/four-try-haul-for-packer-as-england-beat-italy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Who are you asking?' - Tui on smaller rugby balls]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport pundits Zoe Stratford and Ruby Tui discuss the upcoming introduction of smaller rugby balls for this autumn's WXV Global Series competition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/who-are-you-asking-tui-on-smaller-rugby-balls/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/who-are-you-asking-tui-on-smaller-rugby-balls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Challenge Cup holders Wigan thrash York to reach Wembley final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Isabel Rowe scores 20 points as Wigan Warriors dominate York Valkyrie to reach a second consecutive Women's Challenge Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/challenge-cup-holders-wigan-thrash-york-to-reach-wembley-final/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/challenge-cup-holders-wigan-thrash-york-to-reach-wembley-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From cricket to 'bosh' queen - England prop Muir]]></title><description><![CDATA[England prop Maud Muir discusses her childhood cricket days and love for pottery and "boshing" defenders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/from-cricket-to-bosh-queen-england-prop-muir/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 08:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/from-cricket-to-bosh-queen-england-prop-muir/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why World Cup winner Muir picked rugby over cricket]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maud Muir was a keen cricketer in her youth but decided to choose rugby union instead - a decision which eventually meant she became a World Cup winner in 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/why-world-cup-winner-muir-picked-rugby-over-cricket/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 08:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/why-world-cup-winner-muir-picked-rugby-over-cricket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winger Murphy extends contract at St Helens]]></title><description><![CDATA[St Helens winger Lewis Murphy signs a new three-year contract extension with the Super League club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/winger-murphy-extends-contract-at-st-helens/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 00:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/winger-murphy-extends-contract-at-st-helens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Castleford to sign ex-Kangaroo Cook for 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Australia international and State of Origin player Damien Cook agrees a two-year deal with Castleford Tigers from the 2027 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-to-sign-ex-kangaroo-cook-for-2027/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-to-sign-ex-kangaroo-cook-for-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McCloskey set to miss Challenge Cup final through injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ulster centre Stuart McCloskey is set to miss the European Challenge Cup final with a serious hamstring problem as the injuries mount up for Richie Murphy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mccloskey-set-to-miss-challenge-cup-final-through-injury/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mccloskey-set-to-miss-challenge-cup-final-through-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atkinson scores two tries as Gloucester beat Sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucester fight back to beat Sale Sharks 21-15 at Kingsholm and secure their first back-to-back Prem wins of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/atkinson-scores-two-tries-as-gloucester-beat-sale/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/atkinson-scores-two-tries-as-gloucester-beat-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ulster and Stormers share spoils in dramatic draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ulster and Stormers produce an enthralling 38-38 draw in a United Rugby Championship game that featured 11 tries and a controversial ending at the Affidea Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulster-and-stormers-share-spoils-in-dramatic-draw/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulster-and-stormers-share-spoils-in-dramatic-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glasgow beat Cardiff to move top of URC table]]></title><description><![CDATA[Glasgow Warriors cruise to a bonus-point victory over Cardiff to go top of the United Rugby Championship with one round of the regular season remaining.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/glasgow-beat-cardiff-to-move-top-of-urc-table/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 22:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/glasgow-beat-cardiff-to-move-top-of-urc-table/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The hybrid question: How rugby’s multi-position players earn their reputation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester Fainga&rsquo;anuku, Levani Botia, Kwagga Smith &mdash; the modern rugby hybrid player is back in the conversation. What separates a genuine multi-position threat from a club-moved utility man?<br />
The post The hybrid question: How rugby&rsquo;s multi-position players earn their reputation appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-hybrid-question-how-rugbys-multi-position-players-earn-their-reputation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-hybrid-question-how-rugbys-multi-position-players-earn-their-reputation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wounded Ireland seeking redemption against Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a two-week break, the Women's Six Nations returns this weekend, with Ireland hosting Wales in Saturday's late kick-off.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wounded-ireland-seeking-redemption-against-wales/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wounded-ireland-seeking-redemption-against-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Politics and the Playing Field: Why Sport Depends on Political Will in Some Countries]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wherever you look, outcomes on playing fields often trace back to choices made far away in legislative chambers. Because of this, those who play, manage, or follow games cannot treat policy as something distant. Instead, laws and funding directions shape every match schedule, stadium project, or athlete&rsquo;s eligibility. When politics shifts, so does access to [&hellip;]<br />
The post Politics and the Playing Field: Why Sport Depends on Political Will in Some Countries appeared first on The Rugby]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/politics-and-the-playing-field-why-sport-depends-on-political-will-in-some-countries/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/politics-and-the-playing-field-why-sport-depends-on-political-will-in-some-countries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clarey signs new Saracens deal but Ainsley move off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saracens prop Alec Clarey has signs a new contract with the north London club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/clarey-signs-new-saracens-deal-but-ainsley-move-off/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/clarey-signs-new-saracens-deal-but-ainsley-move-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IRFU interested in joining PWR if it expands]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irish Rugby Football Union [IRFU] confirm that Irish clubs could play in the Premiership Women's Rugby [PWR] in the future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/irfu-interested-in-joining-pwr-if-it-expands/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/irfu-interested-in-joining-pwr-if-it-expands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter without Feyi-Waboso as Reffell returns for Tigers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter are without Immanuel Fey-Waboso who misses the visit of Bath due to a head injury while Leicester welcome back Tommy Reffell.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-without-feyi-waboso-as-reffell-returns-for-tigers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 15:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-without-feyi-waboso-as-reffell-returns-for-tigers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huddersfield appoint ex-player Lenihan as coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Huddersfield Giants appoint Jim Lenihan as their head coach after the departure of Luke Robinson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/huddersfield-appoint-ex-player-lenihan-as-coach/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/huddersfield-appoint-ex-player-lenihan-as-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bath to take lessons from European loss - Van Graan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bath will take lessons from their Champions Cup semi-final defeat but have no regrets says head of rugby Johann van Graan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-to-take-lessons-from-european-loss-van-graan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-to-take-lessons-from-european-loss-van-graan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints-Wigan derby &amp; rematch of 2025 final - Challenge Cup semi preview]]></title><description><![CDATA[A derby and a repeat of the 2025 final are this year's Challenge Cup semi-finals - but who will seal their place at Wembley on 30 May?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saints-wigan-derby-amp-rematch-of-2025-final-challenge-cup-semi-preview/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 13:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saints-wigan-derby-amp-rematch-of-2025-final-challenge-cup-semi-preview/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Break came at right time for Northampton - Mitchell]]></title><description><![CDATA[England scrum-half Alex Mitchell believes a two-week break since Northampton's last game could prove to be ideal timing for the Prem leaders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/break-came-at-right-time-for-northampton-mitchell/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 12:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/break-came-at-right-time-for-northampton-mitchell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lydiate to leave Dragons for full-time Wales role]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dan Lydiate to become a full-time member of Steve Tandy's coaching team with Wales when leaving Dragons this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lydiate-to-leave-dragons-for-full-time-wales-role/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 12:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lydiate-to-leave-dragons-for-full-time-wales-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter approve takeover by AFC Bournemouth owners]]></title><description><![CDATA[A takeover of Exeter Chiefs by the owners of Premier League football side AFC Bournemouth has been approved by the Prem rugby club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-approve-takeover-by-afc-bournemouth-owners/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 09:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-approve-takeover-by-afc-bournemouth-owners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bemand notes 'mindset shift' in Irish women's game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland head coach Scott Bemand says he can see a notable "mindset shift" across all levels of the women's game in the country.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bemand-notes-mindset-shift-in-irish-womens-game/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 08:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bemand-notes-mindset-shift-in-irish-womens-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are Scotland suffering from a World Cup hangover?]]></title><description><![CDATA[After the highs of a run to the quarter-finals at the World Cup last year, Scotland are facing a major rebuild, writes Andy Burke.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/are-scotland-suffering-from-a-world-cup-hangover/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 08:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/are-scotland-suffering-from-a-world-cup-hangover/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who needs what to make URC play-offs?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport looks at what is at stake in the final two rounds and how other results could impact Champions Cup qualification.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/who-needs-what-to-make-urc-play-offs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 05:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/who-needs-what-to-make-urc-play-offs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jones excited by Newcastle's 'wonderful challenge']]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim head coach Stephen Jones is looking forward to being put of Newcastle Red Bulls' revamped coaching team in 2026-27.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jones-excited-by-newcastles-wonderful-challenge/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jones-excited-by-newcastles-wonderful-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[James Haskell interview: ‘You can lie to everyone else, but you can’t lie to yourself’]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this exclusive interview with the High Performance Speakers Agency, James Haskell discusses goal setting, selection pressure, injury, mental strength and why the fundamentals of performance still matter more than any quick-fix promise.<br />
The post James Haskell interview: &lsquo;You can lie to everyone else, but you can&rsquo;t lie to yourself&rsquo; appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/james-haskell-interview-you-can-lie-to-everyone-else-but-you-cant-lie-to-yourself/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/james-haskell-interview-you-can-lie-to-everyone-else-but-you-cant-lie-to-yourself/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North Wales Crusaders get RFL green light to resume season]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Wales Crusaders will return to action in the Championship this Saturday after a turbulent few weeks which has seen the club's very existence under threat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/north-wales-crusaders-get-rfl-green-light-to-resume-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/north-wales-crusaders-get-rfl-green-light-to-resume-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morgan set for 'emotional' last Ospreys home game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucester-bound Wales captain Jac Morgan says he is "pretty nervous" as he prepares for his final home game for Ospreys on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/morgan-set-for-emotional-last-ospreys-home-game/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/morgan-set-for-emotional-last-ospreys-home-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Wainwright became Dragons great before Parade goodbye]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales number eight Aaron Wainwright aims to finish with a flourish for Dragons in the United Rugby Championship before moving to Leicester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/how-wainwright-became-dragons-great-before-parade-goodbye/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/how-wainwright-became-dragons-great-before-parade-goodbye/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Higgins returns for Ireland to face Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland head coach Scott Bemand makes one change to his starting XV for Saturday's Women's Six Nations home game against Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/higgins-returns-for-ireland-to-face-wales/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/higgins-returns-for-ireland-to-face-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland make seven changes for visit of France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Holland Bogan and Rachel Phillips make their first Scotland starts as head coach Sione Fukofuka makes seven changes for Saturday's Six Nations meeting with France in Edinburgh.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotland-make-seven-changes-for-visit-of-france/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotland-make-seven-changes-for-visit-of-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Champions Cup analysis: Leinster return to Bilbao as fifth star quest continues]]></title><description><![CDATA[After seeing off a resilient Toulon side at the weekend &ndash; becoming the first Leinster team ever to beat the southern French club &ndash; Leo Cullen&rsquo;s men now return to Bilbao, where they last lifted the Champions Cup, with a battle-hardened side eager to right some wrongs.<br />
The post Champions Cup analysis: Leinster return to Bilbao as fifth star quest continues appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/champions-cup-analysis-leinster-return-to-bilbao-as-fifth-star-quest-continues/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/champions-cup-analysis-leinster-return-to-bilbao-as-fifth-star-quest-continues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Final four eye Wembley Challenge Cup opportunity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Holders Wigan continue their defence of the Women's Challenge Cup as one of four semi-finalists along with York, Leeds and St Helens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/final-four-eye-wembley-challenge-cup-opportunity/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/final-four-eye-wembley-challenge-cup-opportunity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Long-serving Yeandle extends Exeter contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter Chiefs club captain Jack Yeandle signs a one-year contract extension at Sandy Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/long-serving-yeandle-extends-exeter-contract/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/long-serving-yeandle-extends-exeter-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Balogun signs new Bristol Bears contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Back-row forward Christiana Balogun signs a new contract with Premiership Women's Rugby side Bristol.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/balogun-signs-new-bristol-bears-contract/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/balogun-signs-new-bristol-bears-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three changes in Wales starting XV to face Ireland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carys Cox and Hannah Dallavalle return to Wales' backline for the Six Nations trip to Ireland, while Georgia Evans makes her first start of the campaign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/three-changes-in-wales-starting-xv-to-face-ireland/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/three-changes-in-wales-starting-xv-to-face-ireland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Rugby Paper Roundup: Is England’s dominance hurting the Women’s Six Nations? ft Fi Tomas]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this week&rsquo;s episode of The Rugby Paper Roundup, Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by Telegraph reporter and leading women&rsquo;s rugby voice Fi Tomas to preview Round Four of the Women&rsquo;s Six Nations.<br />
The post New Rugby Paper Roundup: Is England&rsquo;s dominance hurting the Women&rsquo;s Six Nations? ft Fi Tomas appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-rugby-paper-roundup-is-englands-dominance-hurting-the-womens-six-nations-ft-fi-tomas/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 11:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-rugby-paper-roundup-is-englands-dominance-hurting-the-womens-six-nations-ft-fi-tomas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cornish Pirates secure 'landmark' US investment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cornish Pirates announce new investment from American firm Stonewood Capital Management, described as a "landmark" move by the club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cornish-pirates-secure-landmark-us-investment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 10:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cornish-pirates-secure-landmark-us-investment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Castleford centre Mapapalangi extends contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Castleford Tigers centre Krystian Mapapalangi extends his contract through to the end of 2029.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-centre-mapapalangi-extends-contract/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 10:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-centre-mapapalangi-extends-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradford skipper Mellor extends deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bradford Bulls captain Joe Mellor extends his contract through to the end of next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bradford-skipper-mellor-extends-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bradford-skipper-mellor-extends-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huddersfield sign Oldham hooker Geyer on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Huddersfield Giants sign Oldham hooker Cole Geyer on loan until the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/huddersfield-sign-oldham-hooker-geyer-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 13:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/huddersfield-sign-oldham-hooker-geyer-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[St Helens forward Shorrocks extends contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[St Helens forward Joe Shorrocks signs a three-year contract extension.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/st-helens-forward-shorrocks-extends-contract/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 10:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/st-helens-forward-shorrocks-extends-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smaller balls for women's rugby 'worst decision ever' - Harrison]]></title><description><![CDATA[England fly-half Zoe Harrison says the introduction of smaller balls for this autumn's WXV Global Series is "the worst decision someone has ever made".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/smaller-balls-for-womens-rugby-worst-decision-ever-harrison/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/smaller-balls-for-womens-rugby-worst-decision-ever-harrison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smaller balls for women's rugby 'worst decision ever']]></title><description><![CDATA[England fly-half Zoe Harrison says the introduction of smaller balls for this autumn's WXV Global Series is "the worst decision someone has ever made".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/smaller-balls-for-womens-rugby-worst-decision-ever/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/smaller-balls-for-womens-rugby-worst-decision-ever/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['No ego, no noise, just consistent excellence' - humble Halfpenny retires]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny will leave a lasting legacy after announcing he will hang up his boots at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/no-ego-no-noise-just-consistent-excellence-humble-halfpenny-retires/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/no-ego-no-noise-just-consistent-excellence-humble-halfpenny-retires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New four-year contract for Sale forward Bamber]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sale Sharks tie down lock forward Ben Bamber to a long-term contract running until 2030.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-four-year-contract-for-sale-forward-bamber/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-four-year-contract-for-sale-forward-bamber/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales great Halfpenny to retire from rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny announces he will retire at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-great-halfpenny-to-retire-from-rugby/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-great-halfpenny-to-retire-from-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bristol duo Oghre and Grondona out for rest of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol's Gabriel Oghre and Benjamin Grondona will miss the rest of the season due to injuries as Fred Davies is signed on loan from Doncaster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bristol-duo-oghre-and-grondona-out-for-rest-of-season/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bristol-duo-oghre-and-grondona-out-for-rest-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sing returns as Red Roses rejig back three against Italy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emma Sing, Ellie Kildunne and Mia Venner comprise a new-look back-three combination for England's Women's Six Nations game against Italy on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sing-returns-as-red-roses-rejig-back-three-against-italy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sing-returns-as-red-roses-rejig-back-three-against-italy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland centre Harris to rejoin Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland centre Chris Harris will return to Newcastle Red Bulls next season, the club where he started his professional career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotland-centre-harris-to-rejoin-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotland-centre-harris-to-rejoin-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Africa forward Lochner signs new Quins deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[South African international forward Danelle Lochner signs a new contract with Premiership Women's Rugby side Harlequins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/south-africa-forward-lochner-signs-new-quins-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/south-africa-forward-lochner-signs-new-quins-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RFU backs Steve Borthwick to lead England into the 2027 Rugby World Cup after review]]></title><description><![CDATA[Steve Borthwick has been backed by the Rugby Football Union (RFU) to lead England into next year&rsquo;s Rugby World Cup following an investigation into the recent Six Nations failure.<br />
The post RFU backs Steve Borthwick to lead England into the 2027 Rugby World Cup after review appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rfu-backs-steve-borthwick-to-lead-england-into-the-2027-rugby-world-cup-after-review/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rfu-backs-steve-borthwick-to-lead-england-into-the-2027-rugby-world-cup-after-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RFU backs Borthwick but flags multiple Six Nations failings]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Rugby Football Union demands improvement from England head coach Steve Borthwick after their worst-ever Six Nations campaign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rfu-backs-borthwick-but-flags-multiple-six-nations-failings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rfu-backs-borthwick-but-flags-multiple-six-nations-failings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[French broadcaster hits back at Bath's TMO criticism]]></title><description><![CDATA[French television broadcaster says the "video referee is the master of what he wants to see" in response to Bath boss Johann van Graan's TMO criticism.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/french-broadcaster-hits-back-at-baths-tmo-criticism/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 11:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/french-broadcaster-hits-back-at-baths-tmo-criticism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prem rugby 2026-27 season to begin on 25 September]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026-27 season of Prem rugby will start on Friday, 25 September with the final held on 19 June 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/prem-rugby-2026-27-season-to-begin-on-25-september/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/prem-rugby-2026-27-season-to-begin-on-25-september/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland's Ritchie to join Glasgow Warriors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jamie Ritchie will return to Scotland this summer after agreeing to join Glasgow Warriors from Perpignan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotlands-ritchie-to-join-glasgow-warriors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotlands-ritchie-to-join-glasgow-warriors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales' rising star Aiono proud of Samoan heritage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Powerful teenage forward Jorja Aiono eyes Ireland after grasping her Six Nations opportunity with Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-rising-star-aiono-proud-of-samoan-heritage/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-rising-star-aiono-proud-of-samoan-heritage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan forward Havard suspended for cup semi-final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan forward Ethan Havard is handed a retrospective ban and will miss Saturday's Challenge Cup semi-final against St Helens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigan-forward-havard-suspended-for-cup-semi-final/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigan-forward-havard-suspended-for-cup-semi-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How do Dragons take next step after turnaround?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Challenge Cup semi-finalists Dragons need to keep building after a season of progress under Filo Tiatia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/how-do-dragons-take-next-step-after-turnaround/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/how-do-dragons-take-next-step-after-turnaround/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Super Rugby Americas – Round 10 summary: Capibaras and Selknam grab vital wins in play-off push]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Round 10 of the 2026&nbsp;Super Rugby&nbsp;Americas, Capibaras triumphed over Pampas to stay in the hunt for a home semi-final in their debut season.The post 2026 Super Rugby Americas &ndash; Round 10 summary: Capibaras and Selknam grab vital wins in play-off push appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/2026-super-rugby-americas-round-10-summary-capibaras-and-selknam-grab-vital-wins-in-play-off-push/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/2026-super-rugby-americas-round-10-summary-capibaras-and-selknam-grab-vital-wins-in-play-off-push/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Toulouse grind out vital victory at Hull FC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Super League newcomers Toulouse Olympique grind out a 12-4 victory at Hull KR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/toulouse-grind-out-vital-victory-at-hull-fc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/toulouse-grind-out-vital-victory-at-hull-fc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sivo hat-trick helps Leeds beat Wakefield]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Maika Sivo scores his fourth hat-trick of the season to help Leeds beat Wakefield 40-22 and stay top of Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sivo-hat-trick-helps-leeds-beat-wakefield/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sivo-hat-trick-helps-leeds-beat-wakefield/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wolves beat Giants with stunning first-half show]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Warrington score 28 unanswered first-half points on their way to beating Huddersfield 34-4 in Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wolves-beat-giants-with-stunning-first-half-show/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 12:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wolves-beat-giants-with-stunning-first-half-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hodkinson scores hat-trick as Wigan beat Bradford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Noah Hodkinson's hat-trick helps Wigan beat Bradford 38-14 to end a four-match losing run in Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hodkinson-scores-hat-trick-as-wigan-beat-bradford/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 11:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hodkinson-scores-hat-trick-as-wigan-beat-bradford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leigh beat Catalans to extend winning run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Leigh win 33-18 at Catalans Dragons to make it three straight victories in Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leigh-beat-catalans-to-extend-winning-run/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 11:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leigh-beat-catalans-to-extend-winning-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No scars and a reset - how Ulster's fortunes changed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ulster back row Nick Timoney says a reset and having young players with "no scars" have helped change the fortunes of the Irish province.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/no-scars-and-a-reset-how-ulsters-fortunes-changed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 09:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/no-scars-and-a-reset-how-ulsters-fortunes-changed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A tense World War I film by Sam Mendes starring George MacKay]]></title><description><![CDATA[During the First World War, two soldiers must cross no-man's-land to deliver a message.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/a-tense-world-war-i-film-by-sam-mendes-starring-george-mackay/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 00:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/a-tense-world-war-i-film-by-sam-mendes-starring-george-mackay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Toulouse end seven-match losing streak with Hull win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull FC miss the chance to move into the top half of Super League after slipping to a hugely disappointing home defeat by struggling Toulouse.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/toulouse-end-seven-match-losing-streak-with-hull-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/toulouse-end-seven-match-losing-streak-with-hull-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Van Graan criticises TV replay 'consistency' after Bath lose semi-final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bath boss Johann van Graan calls for more "consistency" with who supplies the television match official footage after he felt foul play incidents were missed in his side's Investec Champions Cup semi-final loss to Bordeaux.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/van-graan-criticises-tv-replay-consistency-after-bath-lose-semi-final/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 18:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/van-graan-criticises-tv-replay-consistency-after-bath-lose-semi-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montpellier defeat Dragons to set up Ulster final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Montpellier book a Challenge Cup final against Ulster by defeating Dragons 18-12 at the Septeo Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/montpellier-defeat-dragons-to-set-up-ulster-final/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/montpellier-defeat-dragons-to-set-up-ulster-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['You guys love throwing the boot at us' - Leinster's Cullen criticises media]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leinster boss Leo Cullen says the media "love throwing the boot in" at the Irish province after his side saw off a late fightback from Toulon to reach another Investec Champions Cup final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/you-guys-love-throwing-the-boot-at-us-leinsters-cullen-criticises-media/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/you-guys-love-throwing-the-boot-at-us-leinsters-cullen-criticises-media/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Feyi-Waboso withdrawal 'perplexing' - Baxter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter boss Rob Baxter says the process behind Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's withdrawal from their Challenge Cup exit was "perplexing".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/feyi-waboso-withdrawal-perplexing-baxter/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 11:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/feyi-waboso-withdrawal-perplexing-baxter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ollie Lawrence: Bath have got the tools to be kings of Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ollie Lawrence reckons it is time for Bath to take things to new heights in today&rsquo;s Champions Cup semi-final against Bordeaux-Begles.<br />
The post Ollie Lawrence: Bath have got the tools to be kings of Europe appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ollie-lawrence-bath-have-got-the-tools-to-be-kings-of-europe/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ollie-lawrence-bath-have-got-the-tools-to-be-kings-of-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leinster 29-25 Toulon: Leo Cullen’s side hold on to keep the French side at bay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leinster&rsquo;s bid for a fifth star to end their eight-year Champions Cup title drought rolls on after securing a place in the final by seeing off Toulon.<br />
The post Leinster 29-25 Toulon: Leo Cullen&rsquo;s side hold on to keep the French side at bay appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-29-25-toulon-leo-cullens-side-hold-on-to-keep-the-french-side-at-bay/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-29-25-toulon-leo-cullens-side-hold-on-to-keep-the-french-side-at-bay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ulster 29-12 Exeter Chiefs: Nathan Doak leads the charge as Rob Baxter’s side are taken apart]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nathan Doak inspired Ulster to reach their first Challenge Cup final as they produced a commanding display to dismantle Exeter Chiefs in Belfast.<br />
The post Ulster 29-12 Exeter Chiefs: Nathan Doak leads the charge as Rob Baxter&rsquo;s side are taken apart appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulster-29-12-exeter-chiefs-nathan-doak-leads-the-charge-as-rob-baxters-side-are-taken-apart/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulster-29-12-exeter-chiefs-nathan-doak-leads-the-charge-as-rob-baxters-side-are-taken-apart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso suffers injury concern as Exeter Chiefs exit Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso looked to be knocked unconscious following a collision with Ireland international Jacob Stockdale during Exeter Chiefs&rsquo; Challenge Cup semi-final clash with Ulster yesterday.<br />
The post England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso suffers injury concern as Exeter Chiefs exit Europe appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-winger-immanuel-feyi-waboso-suffers-injury-concern-as-exeter-chiefs-exit-europe/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-winger-immanuel-feyi-waboso-suffers-injury-concern-as-exeter-chiefs-exit-europe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers &amp; England full-back Freddie Steward insists he is ignoring the internet trolls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Freddie Steward has learned not to get wound up by keyboard warriors as he winds himself up for a big finish to the season at Leicester Tigers.<br />
The post Leicester Tigers &amp; England full-back Freddie Steward insists he is ignoring the internet trolls appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicester-tigers-amp-england-full-back-freddie-steward-insists-he-is-ignoring-the-internet-trolls/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicester-tigers-amp-england-full-back-freddie-steward-insists-he-is-ignoring-the-internet-trolls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joaquín Moro: I had no doubts that Leicester Tigers were the club for me]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joe Santamaria talks to Joaqu&iacute;n Moro, the Leicester Tigers flanker who is following in some famous footsteps.<br />
The post Joaqu&iacute;n Moro: I had no doubts that Leicester Tigers were the club for me appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/joaqun-moro-i-had-no-doubts-that-leicester-tigers-were-the-club-for-me/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/joaqun-moro-i-had-no-doubts-that-leicester-tigers-were-the-club-for-me/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gloucester &amp; Wales centre Max Llewellyn is looking to strike double top]]></title><description><![CDATA[Max Llewellyn is on a double mission heading down the final straight of a frustrating and difficult season for both him and Gloucester.<br />
The post Gloucester &amp; Wales centre Max Llewellyn is looking to strike double top appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gloucester-amp-wales-centre-max-llewellyn-is-looking-to-strike-double-top/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gloucester-amp-wales-centre-max-llewellyn-is-looking-to-strike-double-top/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester Warriors 28-34 Ealing Trailfinders: Visitors find an extra gear to preserve unbeaten run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ealing Trailfinders are one game away from going the season unbeaten after they came from behind to beat Worcester Warriors at Sixways.<br />
The post Worcester Warriors 28-34 Ealing Trailfinders: Visitors find an extra gear to preserve unbeaten run appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/worcester-warriors-28-34-ealing-trailfinders-visitors-find-an-extra-gear-to-preserve-unbeaten-run/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/worcester-warriors-28-34-ealing-trailfinders-visitors-find-an-extra-gear-to-preserve-unbeaten-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Travis Gordon enjoys ‘unbelievable campaign’ with Rotherham Titans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rotherham Titans flanker-cum-centre Travis Gordon believes his side&rsquo;s title-winning campaign has been built on connection as much as quality after sealing promotion back to the second tier.<br />
The post Travis Gordon enjoys &lsquo;unbelievable campaign&rsquo; with Rotherham Titans appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/travis-gordon-enjoys-unbelievable-campaign-with-rotherham-titans/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/travis-gordon-enjoys-unbelievable-campaign-with-rotherham-titans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Jackson: Pair of Wasps on a collision course]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Wasps went bust with debts of &pound;95m and all 167 employees lost their jobs, a redundant pair of England internationals found new ones in the greener fields of France.<br />
The post Peter Jackson: Pair of Wasps on a collision course appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-pair-of-wasps-on-a-collision-course/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-pair-of-wasps-on-a-collision-course/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Cain: Aussies musn’t waste the Lions windfall]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Lions have bailed-out Australian rugby again, with the hugely profitable 2025 tour by the British &amp; Irish outfit last summer helping Rugby Australia (RA) to recover from a &pound;19m deficit in 2024 to announce a &pound;37.5m profit in 2025.<br />
The post Nick Cain: Aussies musn&rsquo;t waste the Lions windfall appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-aussies-musnt-waste-the-lions-windfall/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-aussies-musnt-waste-the-lions-windfall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montpellier vs Dragons: Filo Tiatia’s side will need to be at their best to take down French giants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dragons are daring to dream of a first European final in over a decade as they head to France to face the tournament&rsquo;s top seeds Montpellier today in the Challenge Cup semi-final.<br />
The post Montpellier vs Dragons: Filo Tiatia&rsquo;s side will need to be at their best to take down French giants appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/montpellier-vs-dragons-filo-tiatias-side-will-need-to-be-at-their-best-to-take-down-french-giants/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/montpellier-vs-dragons-filo-tiatias-side-will-need-to-be-at-their-best-to-take-down-french-giants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[London Scottish 17-24 Richmond: Rob Powell’s side secure ‘home’ tie in relegation play-off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richmond denied London Scottish their &lsquo;home&rsquo; win for the most local of derbies and secured a five-point win and &lsquo;home&rsquo; advantage for the relegation play-offs in two weeks&rsquo; time.<br />
The post London Scottish 17-24 Richmond: Rob Powell&rsquo;s side secure &lsquo;home&rsquo; tie in relegation play-off appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/london-scottish-17-24-richmond-rob-powells-side-secure-home-tie-in-relegation-play-off/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/london-scottish-17-24-richmond-rob-powells-side-secure-home-tie-in-relegation-play-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeremy Guscott: Dynamic duos facing battle for supremacy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The battle for supremacy between the 9-10 partnerships for Bath and Bordeaux-Begles will be the hinge on which the outcome of the English Prem champions and French reigning European champions will swing in the 2026 Champions Cup semi-final today at the Stade Atlantique Metropole in Bordeaux.<br />
The post Jeremy Guscott: Dynamic duos facing battle for supremacy appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-dynamic-duos-facing-battle-for-supremacy/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-dynamic-duos-facing-battle-for-supremacy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gabriel Ibitoye is enjoying a licence to entertain with Bristol Bears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol Bears wing Gabriel Ibitoye is one of the Premiership&rsquo;s most swashbuckling players, but his daring and adventure, as well as his defensive awareness, have yet to earn him an England cap.<br />
The post Gabriel Ibitoye is enjoying a licence to entertain with Bristol Bears appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gabriel-ibitoye-is-enjoying-a-licence-to-entertain-with-bristol-bears/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gabriel-ibitoye-is-enjoying-a-licence-to-entertain-with-bristol-bears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brendan Gallagher: Lions really must head to Argentina]]></title><description><![CDATA[Better late than never. After decades of lobbying by some &ndash; not least this column &ndash; the Lions are reportedly looking at possible future tours of France and Argentina, although they remain a bit hazy as to logistics and worryingly, there seems no intention of dropping the 12-year cycle which takes in South Africa, New Zealand and Australia.<br />
The post Brendan Gallagher: Lions really must head to Argentina appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brendan-gallagher-lions-really-must-head-to-argentina/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brendan-gallagher-lions-really-must-head-to-argentina/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bordeaux Begles vs Bath: We have the belief to do the job – Beno Obano]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beno Obano believes Bath can upset the odds today and knock the champions out of Europe.<br />
The post Bordeaux Begles vs Bath: We have the belief to do the job &ndash; Beno Obano appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bordeaux-begles-vs-bath-we-have-the-belief-to-do-the-job-beno-obano/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bordeaux-begles-vs-bath-we-have-the-belief-to-do-the-job-beno-obano/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bath and Bordeaux head shortlist for star player]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bath and Bordeaux each contribute two players to the shortlist of five nominees for the 2026 Investec Player of the Year.<br />
The post Bath and Bordeaux head shortlist for star player appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-and-bordeaux-head-shortlist-for-star-player/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-and-bordeaux-head-shortlist-for-star-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yorkshire grit helps Old Otliensians move on up]]></title><description><![CDATA[By BEN JAYCOCK OLD Otliensians director of rugby Pete Tempest admits promotion was &lsquo;bittersweet&rsquo; after sealing their return to level 7 without kicking a ball. Tempest&rsquo;s side secured a five-point walkover victory against Halifax Vandals to clinch the Yorkshire 2 title as their opponents failed to fulfil the fixture, sparking celebrations despite an anti-climactic finish. [&hellip;]<br />
The post Yorkshire grit helps Old Otliensians move on up appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/yorkshire-grit-helps-old-otliensians-move-on-up/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/yorkshire-grit-helps-old-otliensians-move-on-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Williams is ruled out of Six Nations]]></title><description><![CDATA[WALES captain Kate Williams, below, will miss the remainder of the Six Nations with the leg injury that forced her to miss the defeat by England last weekend. Wing Catherine Richards is also been ruled out with a serious knee injury. Flanker Bethan Lewis, who led Wales at Ashton Gate in Williams&rsquo; absence, will captain [&hellip;]<br />
The post Williams is ruled out of Six Nations appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/williams-is-ruled-out-of-six-nations/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/williams-is-ruled-out-of-six-nations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We need the excitement of promotion]]></title><description><![CDATA[JOHN Allanson (letters April 26) is not the first to write of the widening gap between Premiership and Championship as if it is an organic process, almost a law of nature, to which ring fencing is an inevitable reaction. It is not the reality, however. Over many years those charged with the game&rsquo;s governance have [&hellip;]<br />
The post We need the excitement of promotion appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/we-need-the-excitement-of-promotion/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/we-need-the-excitement-of-promotion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wates needs to take charge]]></title><description><![CDATA[IN the wake of the RFU Board&rsquo;s resounding SGM defeat 10 days ago, following its attempt to shunt the democratic rights of the member clubs of the English union into the sidings, the leaders of the Whole Game Union (WGU) have asked formally for a meeting with the RFU Board chair, Sir James Wates. The [&hellip;]<br />
The post Wates needs to take charge appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wates-needs-to-take-charge/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wates-needs-to-take-charge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors sign pair of props]]></title><description><![CDATA[EXTRA NEWS WORCESTER Warriors have signed props Joe Jones and Jack Dickinson to negate the loss of Lyon-bound Tim Hoyt. Jones arrives from Harlequins with top-level experience, while Dickinson joins from Nottingham after a prolific campaign that included 10 tries. Head coach Matt Everard said Jones brings set-piece strength, while Dickinson adds &ldquo;a dogged edge&rdquo; [&hellip;]<br />
The post Warriors sign pair of props appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/warriors-sign-pair-of-props/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/warriors-sign-pair-of-props/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales legend George North decides it is the ‘right time’ to call it a day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales and British &amp; Irish Lions great George North will retire at the end of the season after an injury-hit spell playing in France.<br />
The post Wales legend George North decides it is the &lsquo;right time&rsquo; to call it a day appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-legend-george-north-decides-it-is-the-right-time-to-call-it-a-day/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-legend-george-north-decides-it-is-the-right-time-to-call-it-a-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Time to provide a better defence]]></title><description><![CDATA[WHEN Super Rugby began in the southern hemisphere in the 1990s, its high scores were castigated for seeming to treat defence as an optional extra. A similar point was made by some ill-informed commentators about rugby league. Now look at English rugby. Four &lsquo;Prem&rsquo; matches on April 25 totalled 269 points, i.e. over 67 per [&hellip;]<br />
The post Time to provide a better defence appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/time-to-provide-a-better-defence/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/time-to-provide-a-better-defence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Super Sheffield finish on a high]]></title><description><![CDATA[By ANDREW SMITH Sheffield.................. 80 Scunthorpe................0 SHEFFIELD head coach Anthony Posa demanded that his side&rsquo;s record breaking season should end on a high and he was not disappointed. Relegated Scunthorpe were no match for the champions who piled on 12 tries without reply in an end of season festival of rugby. A hat-trick for both [&hellip;]<br />
The post Super Sheffield finish on a high appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/super-sheffield-finish-on-a-high/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/super-sheffield-finish-on-a-high/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Skivington: We must back up our Exeter win]]></title><description><![CDATA[GLOUCESTER head coach George Skivington has challenged his side to back up Sunday&rsquo;s win against Exeter and give the fans more to cheer about in the final rounds of the season. Gloucester delivered their best league performance in months, surviving a second-half comeback from play-off chasing Chiefs to triumph 34-31 at Kingsholm with tries from [&hellip;]<br />
The post Skivington: We must back up our Exeter win appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/skivington-we-must-back-up-our-exeter-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/skivington-we-must-back-up-our-exeter-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sheedy agrees long-term deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[WALES fly-half Callum Sheedy has committed his future to Cardiff. The 30-year-old Wales international joined his home club from Bristol for the 2024-25 season. &ldquo;Playing at the Arms Park is the most special feeling. We have incredible supporters, they are close to the pitch and the atmosphere is electric,&rdquo; said Sheedy. &ldquo;To be able to [&hellip;]<br />
The post Sheedy agrees long-term deal appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sheedy-agrees-long-term-deal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sheedy-agrees-long-term-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rice hands Pirates the perfect leaving gift]]></title><description><![CDATA[By MIKE SINCLAIR C Pirates ...........29pts Tries: Cannon 4, Nelson 29, Yates 35, Rice 75 Conversions: Robson 5, 35, 76 Penalty: Robson 80 Coventry .......... 24pts Tries: Opoku 10, Salt 56, Davidson 64 Conversions: Mathews 12, 56, 65 Penalty: Mathews 33 CHARLIE &ldquo;Buster&rdquo; Rice came off the bench to give Pirates fans his own Mennaye [&hellip;]<br />
The post Rice hands Pirates the perfect leaving gift appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rice-hands-pirates-the-perfect-leaving-gift/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rice-hands-pirates-the-perfect-leaving-gift/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Relentless Knights when Josh Bassett went within four points. of immortality. put on clinical show]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By C&Oacute;IL&Iacute;N DUFFY Caldy ..................17pts Tries: Owen 42, Gallagher 54, Gallagher 75 Conversion: Wilkinson 43 Doncaster .........37pts Tries: Viliamu 17, Edwards 29, Fox 34, Hopkinson 39, Olowofela 47 Conversions: Bunting 29, 40, 47 Penalties: Bunting 45; Bennett 80 DONCASTER climbed to ninth in the table ahead of the final round after a clinical first-half display [&hellip;]<br />
The post Relentless Knights when Josh Bassett went within four points. of immortality. put on cl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/relentless-knights-when-josh-bassett-went-within-four-points-of-immortality-put-on-clinical-show/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/relentless-knights-when-josh-bassett-went-within-four-points-of-immortality-put-on-clinical-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Bulls tempt West to join from Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWCASTLE Red Bulls have signed former England U20s prop Tom West from Northampton on a one-year deal. The 30-year-old loose-head will arrive at Newcastle this summer, having made 34 appearances during his two seasons with the Saints. West is a product of Wasps&rsquo; academy and played 78 times for them before spells at Leicester and [&hellip;]<br />
The post Red Bulls tempt West to join from Saints appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/red-bulls-tempt-west-to-join-from-saints/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/red-bulls-tempt-west-to-join-from-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prem future is bright – Pinchen]]></title><description><![CDATA[LEICESTER Tigers chief executive Andrea Pinchen believes the &ldquo;future is bright&rdquo; for the Prem with the league set to move to a franchise-style model, with promotion and relegation to be scrapped from next season. Exeter are the latest club to attract new major backers, with the billionaire owners of Premier League side Bournemouth closing in [&hellip;]<br />
The post Prem future is bright &ndash; Pinchen appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/prem-future-is-bright-pinchen/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/prem-future-is-bright-pinchen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parks keeps nerve to land killer blow for Archers]]></title><description><![CDATA[By C&Oacute;IL&Iacute;N DUFFY Nottingham .....27pt s Tries: Dickinson 13, Cherry 27, 80; Thomas 50 Conversions: Parks 51, 80 Penalty: Parks 80 Ampthill .......... 24pts Tries: Mullarkey 8, Vaenuku 16, Mapapalangi 65, Courtney 77 Conversions: Keylock 17, 66 GWYN Parks&rsquo; last-minute penalty sent Nottingham&rsquo;s players and supporters into raptures, as they signed off their final home [&hellip;]<br />
The post Parks keeps nerve to land killer blow for Archers appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/parks-keeps-nerve-to-land-killer-blow-for-archers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/parks-keeps-nerve-to-land-killer-blow-for-archers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Painter joins Pirates on short-term loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[CORNISH Pirates have signed Exeter prop Ehren Painter on a short-term loan. The 28-year-old tighthead, right, is looking to regain match fitness having been out for 15 months with a knee ligament injury. The former Northampton forward joined Exeter in 2023 but has not played since tearing his anterior cruciate ligament in training in December [&hellip;]<br />
The post Painter joins Pirates on short-term loan appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/painter-joins-pirates-on-short-term-loan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/painter-joins-pirates-on-short-term-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over a pie and a pint, the Five Nations was saved]]></title><description><![CDATA[LONG after his improbable conversion from ball-boy at Hampden Park for Queen&rsquo;s Park FC to international rugby referee, Allan Hosie played a critical role in rescuing the game&rsquo;s greatest annual tournament from self-destruction. As a weird way of promoting the last year of the Five Nations, the organisers gave the largest member of its once [&hellip;]<br />
The post Over a pie and a pint, the Five Nations was saved appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/over-a-pie-and-a-pint-the-five-nations-was-saved/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/over-a-pie-and-a-pint-the-five-nations-was-saved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints move to sign Josh Taylor from Ealing Trailfinders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prem leaders Northampton Saints have signed back row Josh Taylor from Championship front-runners Ealing Trailfinders for next season.<br />
The post Northampton Saints move to sign Josh Taylor from Ealing Trailfinders appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/northampton-saints-move-to-sign-josh-taylor-from-ealing-trailfinders/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/northampton-saints-move-to-sign-josh-taylor-from-ealing-trailfinders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New deal for Botha]]></title><description><![CDATA[OSPREYS have secured the future of tighthead Tom Botha after the 35-year-old signed a new contract. Botha, who has made 161 appearances since joining in 2018, remains a key figure in the front row and a mentor to younger players. However, they will lose utility back Jack Walsh at the end of the season after [&hellip;]<br />
The post New deal for Botha appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-deal-for-botha/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-deal-for-botha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National One Dream Team: Rotherham Titans and Plymouth Albion leading the way]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Jaycock canvassed the views of The Rugby Paper&rsquo;s National One correspondents to select the 2025/26 Team of the Season<br />
The post National One Dream Team: Rotherham Titans and Plymouth Albion leading the way appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/national-one-dream-team-rotherham-titans-and-plymouth-albion-leading-the-way/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/national-one-dream-team-rotherham-titans-and-plymouth-albion-leading-the-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Life in Rugby: Will Genia – 100 Aussie caps is my career highlight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will Genia, the former Australia, Queensland Reds, Melbourne Rebels, Stade Francais &amp; Kintetsu Liners scrum-half, reflects on his life in rugby.<br />
The post My Life in Rugby: Will Genia &ndash; 100 Aussie caps is my career highlight appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-life-in-rugby-will-genia-100-aussie-caps-is-my-career-highlight/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-life-in-rugby-will-genia-100-aussie-caps-is-my-career-highlight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joe Carpenter: New signings will beef Sale Sharks up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joe Carpenter believes the signings Sale Sharks have made for next season will help them climb the Premiership table.<br />
The post Joe Carpenter: New signings will beef Sale Sharks up appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/joe-carpenter-new-signings-will-beef-sale-sharks-up/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/joe-carpenter-new-signings-will-beef-sale-sharks-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grayson heads to Edinburgh]]></title><description><![CDATA[EXTRA NEWS EDINBURGH have signed former England U20 fly-half James Grayson on a one-year deal from Mitsubishi Sagamihara DynaBoars. The 27-year-old former Northampton Saints playmaker returns to the UK after three years in Japan, where he struggled for regular game-time this season. Head coach Sean Everitt hopes Grayson can solve Edinburgh&rsquo;s issues at fly-half following [&hellip;]<br />
The post Grayson heads to Edinburgh appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/grayson-heads-to-edinburgh/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/grayson-heads-to-edinburgh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England have no answer as Buttimer puts Ireland on top]]></title><description><![CDATA[WOMEN&rsquo;S U21 SIX NATIONS By PAUL EDDISON TWO tries from Beth Buttimer helped Ireland to an historic 41-40 win over England in the Six Nations Women&rsquo;s U21 Series in Coventry. Both sides had won their opening fixtures and it was Ireland who came from behind to beat England at this level for the first time, [&hellip;]<br />
The post England have no answer as Buttimer puts Ireland on top appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-have-no-answer-as-buttimer-puts-ireland-on-top/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-have-no-answer-as-buttimer-puts-ireland-on-top/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ealing keep on building]]></title><description><![CDATA[EALING Trailfinders have strengthened their squad with a raft of new signings, including prop PJ Sheck, back rower Harry Taylor, winger Brodie Robinson and experienced centre Rory Scannell. Taylor, 24, was a crucial player in Otago reaching the National Provincial Championship Final in New Zealand last year, where Robinson, 21, played for Tasman. Scannell, 32, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ealing keep on building appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ealing-keep-on-building/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ealing-keep-on-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Du Toit can make difference for Bath]]></title><description><![CDATA[NICK CAIN READ HIS EXPERT OPINION EVERY WEEK TODAY will be a reckoning for a Bath pack touted as the most powerful in the Prem when it meets a Bordeaux Begles eight in the European Cup semi-final at the Stade Atlantique Metropole which has been too strong for most English opposition. So much rests on [&hellip;]<br />
The post Du Toit can make difference for Bath appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/du-toit-can-make-difference-for-bath/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/du-toit-can-make-difference-for-bath/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doris: We were cool under pressure]]></title><description><![CDATA[CAPTAIN Caelan Doris praised his side&rsquo;s ability to handle pressure after Leinster just about found a way to get over the line despite having held an 18-point lead with 11 minutes to go. Ireland skipper Doris said: &ldquo;Yeah, it was always going to be tough. We managed to build a bit of a lead, but [&hellip;]<br />
The post Doris: We were cool under pressure appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/doris-we-were-cool-under-pressure/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/doris-we-were-cool-under-pressure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Domachowski off to Scarlets]]></title><description><![CDATA[WALES prop Corey Domachowksi will join Scarlets at the end of the season from Cardiff to help fill the void left by Scotland loose-head Alec Hepburn, who is leaving for Edinburgh. Domachowski, 29, has won 10 caps after making his Test debut against England in the summer of 2023. &ldquo;I&rsquo;m at a point in my [&hellip;]<br />
The post Domachowski off to Scarlets appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/domachowski-off-to-scarlets/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/domachowski-off-to-scarlets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dafydd Jenkins: Tough times at Exeter Chiefs made us better]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dafydd Jenkins believes the tough times he endured last season with Exeter Chiefs and Wales were worth it.<br />
The post Dafydd Jenkins: Tough times at Exeter Chiefs made us better appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dafydd-jenkins-tough-times-at-exeter-chiefs-made-us-better/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dafydd-jenkins-tough-times-at-exeter-chiefs-made-us-better/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could you hold my Woodbine now, Allan?]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALLAN Hosie, one of Scotland&rsquo;s best-ever referees and then a formidable administrator after hanging up the whistle, has died aged 80. A larger-than-life character, Hosie, below, was a popular figure with players who took charge of 22 Test matches between 1973 and 1984 before calling it a day. Like many referees, he had switched to [&hellip;]<br />
The post Could you hold my Woodbine now, Allan? appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/could-you-hold-my-woodbine-now-allan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/could-you-hold-my-woodbine-now-allan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coaching duo join Tigers]]></title><description><![CDATA[LEICESTER Tigers have brought in Craig Childs and Rod Seib into their senior coaching set-up for next season. The pair will replace the outgoing Brett Deacon and Peter Hewat, with Childs leading the defence coaching team and Seib taking charge of attack. Seib, who coached alongside Parling with Australia &lsquo;A&rsquo;, joins from Connacht having previously [&hellip;]<br />
The post Coaching duo join Tigers appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/coaching-duo-join-tigers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/coaching-duo-join-tigers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canterbury show Quins no mercy]]></title><description><![CDATA[By HARVEY ALLEN Canterbury..............94 Oxford H......................0 CANTERBURY sent Oxford Harlequins back to the regional leagues with a final-day thrashing. Garry Jones got the hosts off to a quick start, before Tyler Oliver pushed over the line to gain a two score lead very early on. Tries from Eoin O&rsquo;Donoghue and Tom Williams secured the bonus [&hellip;]<br />
The post Canterbury show Quins no mercy appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/canterbury-show-quins-no-mercy/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/canterbury-show-quins-no-mercy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bury St Edmunds celebrate their charge to the top]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bury St Edmunds centre Samir Kharbouch admits it still &lsquo;hasn&rsquo;t sunk in&rsquo; that his side have sealed a first-ever promotion to National One in emphatic fashion.<br />
The post Bury St Edmunds celebrate their charge to the top appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bury-st-edmunds-celebrate-their-charge-to-the-top/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bury-st-edmunds-celebrate-their-charge-to-the-top/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blues hold on to take honours in a nail-biter]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By JOHN RILEY Bedford .............30pts Tries: Tuilagi 11, 41; Adamson 14, Maisey 61 Conversions: Maisey 12, 42 Penalties: Maisey 34, 69 Chinnor ..............28pts Tries: Bourton 7, Watson 58, 80; Carter 75 Conversions: Chamberlain 8, 59, 80+1; Carter 76 BEDFORD Blues secured themselves a home semi-final with a nail-biting victory over Chinnor at Goldington Road, in [&hellip;]<br />
The post Blues hold on to take honours in a nail-biter appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/blues-hold-on-to-take-honours-in-a-nail-biter/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/blues-hold-on-to-take-honours-in-a-nail-biter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blackheath to take on Plymouth Albion in National One promotion play-off decider]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blackheath hosts Plymouth Albion on Saturday for a shot at the Champ through the relegation/promotion play-offs.<br />
The post Blackheath to take on Plymouth Albion in National One promotion play-off decider appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/blackheath-to-take-on-plymouth-albion-in-national-one-promotion-play-off-decider/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/blackheath-to-take-on-plymouth-albion-in-national-one-promotion-play-off-decider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bazalgette’s in charge as Hartpury go on rampage]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By STEVE JACKSON Cambridge ......14pts Tries: Pasco 38, Eckersley 58 Conversions: Dawson 39, 59 Hartpury ...........70pts Tries: Corbett 3, 46; Crane 13, Smith 30, Holliday 33, 74; penalty 40, Bazalgette 51, Trevett 54, Powell 70 Conversions: Bazalgette 5, 18, 36, 38, 48, 54, 66, 71, 75 HARTPURY romped home with all five points at Grantchester [&hellip;]<br />
The post Bazalgette&rsquo;s in charge as Hartpury go on rampage appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bazalgettes-in-charge-as-hartpury-go-on-rampage/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bazalgettes-in-charge-as-hartpury-go-on-rampage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baxter: We have to take the positives and move on]]></title><description><![CDATA[EXETER director of rugby Rob Baxter felt it was always going to be difficult for his thin squad to compete on both fronts after his side were well beaten by Ulster yesterday. He said: &ldquo;This was always going to be an important game for us. It&rsquo;s a big challenge. We&rsquo;re playing top-four calibre teams regularly [&hellip;]<br />
The post Baxter: We have to take the positives and move on appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/baxter-we-have-to-take-the-positives-and-move-on/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/baxter-we-have-to-take-the-positives-and-move-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bacon’s new deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[COVENTRY have secured the future of full-back Tom Bacon after he re-signed for the 2026/27 season. Bacon, 26, enjoyed an impressive debut campaign, making 23 appearances and scoring five tries to become a key figure in the backline. ... Continue reading... Access all our premium content from as little as 14p per day! SUBSCRIBE Already [&hellip;]<br />
The post Bacon&rsquo;s new deal appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bacons-new-deal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bacons-new-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Army Women 78-0 Navy Women: Dominant Army deliver 12-try bombardment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Winger Jaye Ash and No.8 Mauqalo Komaitai both scored a hat-trick of tries as the Army women produced an impressively dominant display to ensure extend their unbeaten run in the historic fixture to 22 years.<br />
The post Army Women 78-0 Navy Women: Dominant Army deliver 12-try bombardment appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/army-women-78-0-navy-women-dominant-army-deliver-12-try-bombardment/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/army-women-78-0-navy-women-dominant-army-deliver-12-try-bombardment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Army Men 36-41 Navy Men: Jake Hanley’s in right place to guide Navy home]]></title><description><![CDATA[A playmaking masterclass by flyhalf Jake Hanley and a brutally effective driving maul proved pivotal as the Royal Navy made history by retaining the Babcock Trophy and the Inter Services Championship for the first time in 52 years.<br />
The post Army Men 36-41 Navy Men: Jake Hanley&rsquo;s in right place to guide Navy home appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/army-men-36-41-navy-men-jake-hanleys-in-right-place-to-guide-navy-home/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/army-men-36-41-navy-men-jake-hanleys-in-right-place-to-guide-navy-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Royston celebrate back-to-back promotions]]></title><description><![CDATA[By BEN JAYCOCK ROYSTON head coach Jamie Green has hailed his side&rsquo;s remarkable rise after back-to-back promotions, three county cups and a run to the national quarter-finals. Green&rsquo;s side reached the Counties 2 North Plate quarter-finals after winning promotion from Counties 2 Herts into Counties 1 next season (Level 7). The Hertfordshire outfit&rsquo;s success has [&hellip;]<br />
The post Royston celebrate back-to-back promotions appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/royston-celebrate-back-to-back-promotions/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/royston-celebrate-back-to-back-promotions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ponty’s fightback stuns Merthyr]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premiership round-up PONTYPRIDD pulled off a remarkable comeback to beat Merthyr 41-26 from 21-7 down at half-time at Sardis Road to keep their title hopes alive. Defeat in their penultimate match yesterday would have put the title of reach for Ponty and, although defending champions Merthyr are still firm favourites to retain the title with [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ponty&rsquo;s fightback stuns Merthyr appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/pontys-fightback-stuns-merthyr/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/pontys-fightback-stuns-merthyr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Rees: Bath’s train heading for glory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Rees looks forward to today&rsquo;s Champions Cup semi-final between Johann van Graan&rsquo;s men and Bordeaux-Begles<br />
The post Paul Rees: Bath&rsquo;s train heading for glory appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-baths-train-heading-for-glory/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-baths-train-heading-for-glory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hurricanes don’t let Crusadersoff hook]]></title><description><![CDATA[By BEN JAYCOCK Super Rugby Pacific round-up CAM Roigard, on his 50th cap, helped Hurricanes strengthen their grip on top spot in Super Rugby Pacific with a hard-fought 38-31 victory over the Crusaders. With Chiefs on a bye, Hurricanes seized their chance to go clear at the summit, while denting Crusaders&rsquo; hopes of securing a [&hellip;]<br />
The post Hurricanes don&rsquo;t let Crusadersoff hook appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hurricanes-dont-let-crusadersoff-hook/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hurricanes-dont-let-crusadersoff-hook/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France fall back in line with 8-sub rule JAMES HARRINGTON]]></title><description><![CDATA[FRENCH COLUMN &ldquo;THE experiment, which produced no significant improvement, has come to an end.&rdquo; In a dry yet significant 12-word sentence, French rugby officially signalled the end of an eight-year divergence from the rest of the rugby world, announcing that, from next season, the Top 14 and ProD2 will revert to the global standard of [&hellip;]<br />
The post France fall back in line with 8-sub rule JAMES HARRINGTON appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-fall-back-in-line-with-8-sub-rule-james-harrington/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-fall-back-in-line-with-8-sub-rule-james-harrington/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drovers march on]]></title><description><![CDATA[By CARL FIELD Super Rygbi round-up LLANDOVERY booked their place in the Super Rygbi Cymru Grand Final next weekend after defeating Cardiff 30-22 in their semi-final showdown at the Arms Park yesterday. The Drovers came out firing and were 14-0 up within 10 minutes. Wing Aaron Warren scythed through for the opening try before centre [&hellip;]<br />
The post Drovers march on appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/drovers-march-on/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/drovers-march-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warrington sweep aside Huddersfield to go third]]></title><description><![CDATA[In-form Warrington Wolves sweep aside Huddersfield Giants at the Accu Stadium to go back up to third in the Super League standings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/warrington-sweep-aside-huddersfield-to-go-third/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 23:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/warrington-sweep-aside-huddersfield-to-go-third/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Resurgent Ulster not burdened by past as Bilbao final awaits]]></title><description><![CDATA[After Ulster reached the semi-finals of the Challenge Cup, head coach Richie Murphy says]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/resurgent-ulster-not-burdened-by-past-as-bilbao-final-awaits/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 23:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/resurgent-ulster-not-burdened-by-past-as-bilbao-final-awaits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leigh secure third win in succession at Catalans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leigh Leopards make it three Super League wins on the bounce with an impressive victory against the Catalans Dragons in an entertaining affair in Perpignan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leigh-secure-third-win-in-succession-at-catalans/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leigh-secure-third-win-in-succession-at-catalans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ulster beat Exeter to reach Challenge Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ulster are one game away from a first trophy in 20 years after a 29-12 win over Exeter Chiefs in the Challenge Cup semi-final in Belfast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulster-beat-exeter-to-reach-challenge-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 20:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulster-beat-exeter-to-reach-challenge-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan beat Bradford to end four-match losing streak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Noah Hodkinson scores a hat-trick as Wigan Warriors chalk up their first win in five in Super League by beating Bradford Bulls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigan-beat-bradford-to-end-four-match-losing-streak/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 18:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wigan-beat-bradford-to-end-four-match-losing-streak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leinster survive Toulon scare to reach Champions Cup final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leinster exorcised their demons of 12 months ago and reached their fourth Champions Cup final in five seaons with a nervy win over Toulon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-survive-toulon-scare-to-reach-champions-cup-final/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-survive-toulon-scare-to-reach-champions-cup-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[St Helens earn hard-fought win over York]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as St Helens are forced to work hard for their 40-16 win over York Knights in Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/st-helens-earn-hard-fought-win-over-york/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 14:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/st-helens-earn-hard-fought-win-over-york/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sivo hat-trick sinks Wakefield to keep Leeds top]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maika Sivo scores his fourth hat-trick of the season to ensure Leeds Rhinos stay top of Super League with a derby win over dogged Wakefield Trinity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sivo-hat-trick-sinks-wakefield-to-keep-leeds-top/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sivo-hat-trick-sinks-wakefield-to-keep-leeds-top/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[St Helens beat York to keep pace with Leeds at top]]></title><description><![CDATA[St Helens keep pace with Leeds at the top of Super League with a hard-fought victory over York where the scoreline fails to do justice to the contest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/st-helens-beat-york-to-keep-pace-with-leeds-at-top/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/st-helens-beat-york-to-keep-pace-with-leeds-at-top/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Davies scores hat-trick as Hull KR crush Cas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Hull KR secure a convincing 50-6 victory over Castleford, including a hat-trick of tries for Tom Davies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/davies-scores-hat-trick-as-hull-kr-crush-cas/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 21:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/davies-scores-hat-trick-as-hull-kr-crush-cas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wells to leave Leicester at end of the season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers stalwart Harry Wells is leaving the club at the end of the season after a 13-year Tigers career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wells-to-leave-leicester-at-end-of-the-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wells-to-leave-leicester-at-end-of-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burgess facing worrying wait over hip injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Huddersfield Giants prop Tom Burgess may face a lengthy lay-off because of a concerning "wear and tear" hip problem.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/burgess-facing-worrying-wait-over-hip-injury/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/burgess-facing-worrying-wait-over-hip-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenager Davies signs new two-year deal at St Helens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Second-rower Jake Davies signs a new two-year deal with St Helens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/teenager-davies-signs-new-two-year-deal-at-st-helens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/teenager-davies-signs-new-two-year-deal-at-st-helens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spencer returns but Bath missing Ojomoh &amp; Cokanasiga for semi-final]]></title><description><![CDATA[First-choice scrum-half Ben Spencer recovers from injury to take his place in Bath's starting line-up as they travel to Bordeaux-Begles in Sunday's Champions Cup semi-final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/spencer-returns-but-bath-missing-ojomoh-amp-cokanasiga-for-semi-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/spencer-returns-but-bath-missing-ojomoh-amp-cokanasiga-for-semi-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bell and Hume ruled out of Exeter semi-final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australia prop Angus Bell and centre James Hume have been ruled out of Ulster's Challenge Cup semi-final with Exeter Chiefs on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bell-and-hume-ruled-out-of-exeter-semi-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bell-and-hume-ruled-out-of-exeter-semi-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle sign West on one-year deal from Northampton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls announce signing of former England Under-20s prop Tom West from Northampton on a one-year deal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/newcastle-sign-west-on-one-year-deal-from-northampton/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/newcastle-sign-west-on-one-year-deal-from-northampton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cornish Pirates sign Exeter prop Painter on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cornish Pirates sign Exeter prop Ehren Painter on a short-term loan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cornish-pirates-sign-exeter-prop-painter-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 12:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cornish-pirates-sign-exeter-prop-painter-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manfredi and West head Northampton released list]]></title><description><![CDATA[Italy hooker Marco Manfredi and prop Tom West are among nine players who will leave Northampton Saints at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/manfredi-and-west-head-northampton-released-list/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/manfredi-and-west-head-northampton-released-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Resurgent Chiefs plot Ulster downfall after escaping 'dark place']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ulster-born Exeter Chiefs legend Gareth Steenson runs the rule over Saturday's European Challenge Cup semi-final between the sides at Affidea Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/resurgent-chiefs-plot-ulster-downfall-after-escaping-dark-place/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 08:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/resurgent-chiefs-plot-ulster-downfall-after-escaping-dark-place/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Randle's move to Munster off by 'mutual agreement']]></title><description><![CDATA[Munster confirm Roger Randle will no longer join the province as attack coach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/randles-move-to-munster-off-by-mutual-agreement/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/randles-move-to-munster-off-by-mutual-agreement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Champions Hull KR thrash Cas to extend fine run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reigning champions Hull KR complete a 100% winning run in April by demolishing Castleford 50-6 at Craven Park to cut the gap on leaders Leeds to two points.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/champions-hull-kr-thrash-cas-to-extend-fine-run/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/champions-hull-kr-thrash-cas-to-extend-fine-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chiefs captain Yeandle ruled out for the season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter Chiefs captain Jack Yeandle is ruled out for the rest of the season with a foot injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chiefs-captain-yeandle-ruled-out-for-the-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chiefs-captain-yeandle-ruled-out-for-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Worcester sign prop Jones and hooker Dickinson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcester Warriors sign Harlequins and ex-Sale prop Joe Jones and Nottingham hooker Jack Dickinson on deals for 2026-27.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/worcester-sign-prop-jones-and-hooker-dickinson/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/worcester-sign-prop-jones-and-hooker-dickinson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scarlets sign Wales prop Domachowski from Cardiff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scarlets sign Wales prop Corey Domachowksi from Cardiff with Scotland loose-head Alec Hepburn leaving for Edinburgh.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scarlets-sign-wales-prop-domachowski-from-cardiff/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scarlets-sign-wales-prop-domachowski-from-cardiff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Every team has weaknesses' - Obano says Bath up to Bordeaux challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bath are looking to "create their own legacy" as they face Bordeaux Begles in the European Champions Cup semi-final, their first for 20 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/every-team-has-weaknesses-obano-says-bath-up-to-bordeaux-challenge/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/every-team-has-weaknesses-obano-says-bath-up-to-bordeaux-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homegrown back Spencer gets two-year Newcastle deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Versatile back Oli Spencer signs a new two-year contract to remain at Newcastle Red Bulls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/homegrown-back-spencer-gets-two-year-newcastle-deal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/homegrown-back-spencer-gets-two-year-newcastle-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roots banned for concussing 'friend' Innard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter's England forward Ethan Roots is banned for three games after striking his "friend", Gloucester hooker Jack Innard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/roots-banned-for-concussing-friend-innard/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/roots-banned-for-concussing-friend-innard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales captain Williams ruled out of Six Nations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales captain Kate Williams and wing Catherine Richards are ruled out of the final two rounds of the 2026 Women's Six Nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-captain-williams-ruled-out-of-six-nations/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-captain-williams-ruled-out-of-six-nations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Rugby Paper Roundup: England dominate… the rest chase! Six Nations chat + George North retirement ft Georgie Perris Redding]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this week&rsquo;s episode of The Rugby Paper Roundup, Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by Sale Sharks co-captain and USA international Georgie Perris-Redding &ndash; a World Cup Eagle and one of the game&rsquo;s most resilient leaders &ndash; to break down a huge week across women&rsquo;s and men&rsquo;s rugby.The post New Rugby Paper Roundup: England dominate&hellip; the rest chase! Six Nations chat + George North retirement ft Georgie Perris Redding appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-rugby-paper-roundup-england-dominate-the-rest-chase-six-nations-chat-george-north-retirement-ft-georgie-perris-redding/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-rugby-paper-roundup-england-dominate-the-rest-chase-six-nations-chat-george-north-retirement-ft-georgie-perris-redding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lomu, Wilkinson, Pollock? Rugby's search for a crossover star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Henry Pollock has signed with Eddie Hearn's talent agency in the hope of boosting his profile, but why has rugby found it so hard to forge mainstream figureheads?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lomu-wilkinson-pollock-rugbys-search-for-a-crossover-star/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lomu-wilkinson-pollock-rugbys-search-for-a-crossover-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I wasn't Eddie Jones' biggest fan - he made England players feel unsafe]]></title><description><![CDATA[An England icon offered his thoughts on his former head coach, Eddie Jones.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/i-wasnt-eddie-jones-biggest-fan-he-made-england-players-feel-unsafe/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/i-wasnt-eddie-jones-biggest-fan-he-made-england-players-feel-unsafe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince William sends emotional message hours after surprise appearance]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Prince of Wales has issued a new message.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/prince-william-sends-emotional-message-hours-after-surprise-appearance/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/prince-william-sends-emotional-message-hours-after-surprise-appearance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veteran St Helens prop Walmsley extends contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[St Helens prop Alex Walmsley signs a one-year contract extension to keep him at the club until the end of next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/veteran-st-helens-prop-walmsley-extends-contract/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/veteran-st-helens-prop-walmsley-extends-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Props Muir and O'Dowd extend Gloucester-Hartpury deals]]></title><description><![CDATA[England prop Maud Muir and Ireland prop Niamh O'Dowd both agree new contracts to stay with Gloucester-Hartpury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/props-muir-and-odowd-extend-gloucester-hartpury-deals/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/props-muir-and-odowd-extend-gloucester-hartpury-deals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where to Find the Best Crypto Sports Betting Odds This Year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crypto sports betting keeps growing, and you now have more options than ever. As more sites accept Bitcoin and other coins, they compete on odds, payouts, and market depth, which means you can find better value if you know where to look. This year, several well-known crypto sportsbooks set the pace and drew attention from [&hellip;]<br />
The post Where to Find the Best Crypto Sports Betting Odds This Year appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/where-to-find-the-best-crypto-sports-betting-odds-this-year/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/where-to-find-the-best-crypto-sports-betting-odds-this-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[European semi-final shows Exeter progress - Baxter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter boss Rob Baxter says this week's European Challenge cup semi-final at Ulster is a measure of how far the club has progressed this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/european-semi-final-shows-exeter-progress-baxter/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/european-semi-final-shows-exeter-progress-baxter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Castleford's Hood out with 'significant' neck injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Castleford Tigers hooker Liam Hood is set to miss a minimum of 12 weeks after suffering a "significant" neck injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castlefords-hood-out-with-significant-neck-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castlefords-hood-out-with-significant-neck-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prem 'will be unrecognisable in 10 years' - Tigers CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers CEO Andrea Pinchen says the "future is bright" for The Prem after changes to England's top-flight structure were adopted.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/prem-will-be-unrecognisable-in-10-years-tigers-ceo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/prem-will-be-unrecognisable-in-10-years-tigers-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ending Six Nations with home wins 'huge' for Ireland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland kicking coach Gareth Steenson says closing out the Women's Six Nations with two home wins will be "huge" for the squad after last weekend's deflating defeat by France.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ending-six-nations-with-home-wins-huge-for-ireland/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ending-six-nations-with-home-wins-huge-for-ireland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veteran prop Botha signs new Ospreys contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 35-year-old tight-head has made 161 Ospreys appearances since he joined in 2018 from South African side Cheetahs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/veteran-prop-botha-signs-new-ospreys-contract/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/veteran-prop-botha-signs-new-ospreys-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull KR's Leyland returns to Saints for second loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull KR hooker Bill Leyland will be available on loan for St Helens' game with York Knights on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-krs-leyland-returns-to-saints-for-second-loan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-krs-leyland-returns-to-saints-for-second-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales hero George North announces retirement from rugby in emotional video]]></title><description><![CDATA[George North has announced his retirement from rugby, bringing to an end a glittering career that saw him earn 121 Wales caps.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-hero-george-north-announces-retirement-from-rugby-in-emotional-video/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-hero-george-north-announces-retirement-from-rugby-in-emotional-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales great and former Lion North to retire]]></title><description><![CDATA[George North will bring down the curtain on one of the most successful careers in British professional rugby.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-great-and-former-lion-north-to-retire/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-great-and-former-lion-north-to-retire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Versatile Beetham signs new Cardiff contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales back Jacob Beetham becomes the latest Cardiff player to sign a new deal at the Arms Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/versatile-beetham-signs-new-cardiff-contract/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/versatile-beetham-signs-new-cardiff-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All Blacks great Andrew Mehrtens reveals the simple rule behind making big calls under pressure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rugby sells itself on pressure, but Andrew Mehrtens is more interested in what happens before the big moment: the habits, trust and clarity that allow players to make decisions when the game is moving faster than thought.<br />
The post All Blacks great Andrew Mehrtens reveals the simple rule behind making big calls under pressure appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/all-blacks-great-andrew-mehrtens-reveals-the-simple-rule-behind-making-big-calls-under-pressure/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/all-blacks-great-andrew-mehrtens-reveals-the-simple-rule-behind-making-big-calls-under-pressure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warriors duo Marshall and Sambou sidelined]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Warriors wingers Liam Marshall and Dayon Sambou are both ruled out for up to three months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/warriors-duo-marshall-and-sambou-sidelined/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/warriors-duo-marshall-and-sambou-sidelined/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Super Rugby Americas – Round Nine summary: Dogos take control as Pampas stumble and playoff race heats up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Round nine of the 2026 Super Rugby Americas began with a totemic clash in C&oacute;rdoba, where Dogos leapfrogged Pampas with a commanding 43-28 victory.The post 2026 Super Rugby Americas &ndash; Round Nine summary: Dogos take control as Pampas stumble and playoff race heats up appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/2026-super-rugby-americas-round-nine-summary-dogos-take-control-as-pampas-stumble-and-playoff-race-heats-up/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/2026-super-rugby-americas-round-nine-summary-dogos-take-control-as-pampas-stumble-and-playoff-race-heats-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales prop Tuipulotu signs for Harlequins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harlequins sign Wales international prop Sisilia Tuipolotu from Gloucester-Hartpury for the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-prop-tuipulotu-signs-for-harlequins/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-prop-tuipulotu-signs-for-harlequins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shekells returns as Red Roses wait on Kabeya]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's patched-up Women's Six Nations squad is boosted by the return of centre Jade Shekells, but Sadia Kabeya is still recovering from injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/shekells-returns-as-red-roses-wait-on-kabeya/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/shekells-returns-as-red-roses-wait-on-kabeya/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exiled Willis 'could offer more now' to England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Toulouse flanker Jack Willis says he has unfinished business with the international game, but admits he may never get the chance to return to the Test arena.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exiled-willis-could-offer-more-now-to-england/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exiled-willis-could-offer-more-now-to-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys coach Jones reflects on 'hell of a season']]></title><description><![CDATA[It is fair to say the first full season as a professional head coach for Mark Jones at the Ospreys has been a baptism of fire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-coach-jones-reflects-on-hell-of-a-season/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-coach-jones-reflects-on-hell-of-a-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England rugby star hits defenceless opponent in face as opponents disgusted]]></title><description><![CDATA[An England rugby star faces a potential ban after being shown a red card for striking his opponent in the face.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-rugby-star-hits-defenceless-opponent-in-face-as-opponents-disgusted/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-rugby-star-hits-defenceless-opponent-in-face-as-opponents-disgusted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle centre Hutchison signs one-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls centre Cameron Hutchison agrees to remain with the Prem club for a further year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/newcastle-centre-hutchison-signs-one-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/newcastle-centre-hutchison-signs-one-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales fly-half Sheedy signs new Cardiff contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 30-year-old says he is "desperate to do everything possible to make sure it is a successful period for the club".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-fly-half-sheedy-signs-new-cardiff-contract/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-fly-half-sheedy-signs-new-cardiff-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Castleford sign Dupree and Laulu-Togaga'e]]></title><description><![CDATA[Castleford Tigers bring in England forward Tyler Dupree and Australian full-back Phoenix Laulu-Togaga'e until the end of the 2029 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-sign-dupree-and-laulu-togagae/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-sign-dupree-and-laulu-togagae/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ulster trio back from injury for Exeter semi-final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ulster welcome back Tom O'Toole, Nick Timoney and Jude Postlethwaite from injury for Saturday's European Challenge Cup semi-final against Exeter Chiefs at the Affidea Stadium (17:30 BST).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulster-trio-back-from-injury-for-exeter-semi-final/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ulster-trio-back-from-injury-for-exeter-semi-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers bring in Seib and Childs as lead coaches]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers bring in Craig Childs and Rod Seib into their coaching set-up for next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tigers-bring-in-seib-and-childs-as-lead-coaches/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tigers-bring-in-seib-and-childs-as-lead-coaches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints and winners; Sarries' Zidanes and Pavones? - Prem talking points]]></title><description><![CDATA[The race for the Prem play-offs condensed together as Northampton prevailed, on the scoreboard at least, in a battle of the top two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saints-and-winners-sarries-zidanes-and-pavones-prem-talking-points/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saints-and-winners-sarries-zidanes-and-pavones-prem-talking-points/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baxter wants Exeter response after Gloucester loss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter boss Rob Baxter says he is unhappy with the attitude his players showed in their 34-31 loss at Gloucester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/baxter-wants-exeter-response-after-gloucester-loss/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/baxter-wants-exeter-response-after-gloucester-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys' Morris bouncing back after 'toughest' year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ospreys number eight Morgan Morris can push for a first Wales call-up by finishing strongly in the United Rugby Championship, says his coach Mark Jones.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-morris-bouncing-back-after-toughest-year/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-morris-bouncing-back-after-toughest-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gloucester edge past play-off chasing Chiefs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucester survive a second-half comeback from play-off chasing Exeter Chiefs to win just their third league game of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gloucester-edge-past-play-off-chasing-chiefs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gloucester-edge-past-play-off-chasing-chiefs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hampson and team complete London Marathon feat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Under-21 England rugby star Matt Hampson and his team, including former jockey Sir AP McCoy, reflect on completing the 2026 London Marathon to raise awareness for their work in supporting young people seriously injured through sport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hampson-and-team-complete-london-marathon-feat/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hampson-and-team-complete-london-marathon-feat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lewis stars as Hull KR thump Bradford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Mikey Lewis scores four tries as Super League champions Hull KR thump Bradford Bulls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lewis-stars-as-hull-kr-thump-bradford/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lewis-stars-as-hull-kr-thump-bradford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints survive Wakefield fightback to claim win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super League: St Helens survive Wakefield Trinity fightback to claim win]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saints-survive-wakefield-fightback-to-claim-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saints-survive-wakefield-fightback-to-claim-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ireland must target 'finer margins' after France defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a ninth defeat in a row by France, what "fine margins" cost Ireland in the Women's Six Nations defeat in Clermont?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-must-target-finer-margins-after-france-defeat/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-must-target-finer-margins-after-france-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unstoppable England march to Triple Crown after 2026 Women’s Six Nations victory over Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emily Scarratt admitted England were far from perfect despite powering past Wales as the Red Roses&rsquo; relentless winning march in the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Six Nations continued yesterday.<br />
The post Unstoppable England march to Triple Crown after 2026 Women&rsquo;s Six Nations victory over Wales appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/unstoppable-england-march-to-triple-crown-after-2026-womens-six-nations-victory-over-wales/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/unstoppable-england-march-to-triple-crown-after-2026-womens-six-nations-victory-over-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RFU leadership shell-shocked after vote of no-confidence]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Rugby Football Union leadership received a resounding vote of no-confidence in its resolutions to change the RFU&rsquo;s democratic structure at an SGM held at Twickenham on Friday, when they were rejected by a large majority of member clubs.<br />
The post RFU leadership shell-shocked after vote of no-confidence appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rfu-leadership-shell-shocked-after-vote-of-no-confidence/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rfu-leadership-shell-shocked-after-vote-of-no-confidence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dan McFarland set to take the reins at Newcastle Red Bulls next season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls have confirmed the appointment of Dan McFarland from Kobelco Steelers as their head coach next season.<br />
The post Dan McFarland set to take the reins at Newcastle Red Bulls next season appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dan-mcfarland-set-to-take-the-reins-at-newcastle-red-bulls-next-season/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dan-mcfarland-set-to-take-the-reins-at-newcastle-red-bulls-next-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sam Graham: It is tough to leave Northampton Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Graham wants to leave Northampton Saints on a high after making what he said was the difficult decision to leave for Newcastle Red Bulls after four years at Franklin&rsquo;s Gardens.<br />
The post Sam Graham: It is tough to leave Northampton Saints appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sam-graham-it-is-tough-to-leave-northampton-saints/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sam-graham-it-is-tough-to-leave-northampton-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[George Skivington: Gloucester will be tougher next season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucester will be getting physical in the summer when their new-look coaching team assembles after a season that has so far yielded two Premiership victories &ndash; both over Harlequins.<br />
The post George Skivington: Gloucester will be tougher next season appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/george-skivington-gloucester-will-be-tougher-next-season/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/george-skivington-gloucester-will-be-tougher-next-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brendan Gallagher: Beware! A great TV deal is no slam dunk]]></title><description><![CDATA[The imminent prospect of a closed franchise Premiership is the subject de jour, although I would say that we have effectively had a version of it for a long while now, with Prem Rugby finding various spurious reasons for not allowing promotion and relegation.<br />
The post Brendan Gallagher: Beware! A great TV deal is no slam dunk appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brendan-gallagher-beware-a-great-tv-deal-is-no-slam-dunk/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brendan-gallagher-beware-a-great-tv-deal-is-no-slam-dunk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saracens 19-15 Leicester Tigers: High-flyer Noah Caluori is too hot to handle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Noah Caluori produced another show-stopping score as Saracens kept their play-off hopes alive and derailed Leicester Tigers&rsquo; five-match winning streak in the Prem.<br />
The post Saracens 19-15 Leicester Tigers: High-flyer Noah Caluori is too hot to handle appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saracens-19-15-leicester-tigers-high-flyer-noah-caluori-is-too-hot-to-handle/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/saracens-19-15-leicester-tigers-high-flyer-noah-caluori-is-too-hot-to-handle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Jackson: It cost me £24m to win title – Brian Kennedy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nobody knows the savage cost of trying to make rugby union pay in Greater Manchester better than Brian Kennedy.<br />
The post Peter Jackson: It cost me &pound;24m to win title &ndash; Brian Kennedy appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-it-cost-me-24m-to-win-title-brian-kennedy/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-it-cost-me-24m-to-win-title-brian-kennedy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints 41-38 Bath: Best in the business separated by Fin Smith penalty]]></title><description><![CDATA[These two sides illustrated why they remain a class above the rest in the Prem as Bath&rsquo;s second-string side pushed the table toppers all the way in an entertaining affair, which saw Northampton Saints extend their lead at the summit.<br />
The post Northampton Saints 41-38 Bath: Best in the business separated by Fin Smith penalty appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/northampton-saints-41-38-bath-best-in-the-business-separated-by-fin-smith-penalty/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/northampton-saints-41-38-bath-best-in-the-business-separated-by-fin-smith-penalty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls 19-52 Bristol Bears: Tom Jordan on target but injuries mount for Pat Lam’s side]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fly-half Tom Jordan produced a pinpoint perfect performance as Bristol Bears scythed through&nbsp;Newcastle Red Bulls to put themselves back into the play-off places on Friday night.<br />
The post Newcastle Red Bulls 19-52 Bristol Bears: Tom Jordan on target but injuries mount for Pat Lam&rsquo;s side appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/newcastle-red-bulls-19-52-bristol-bears-tom-jordan-on-target-but-injuries-mount-for-pat-lams-side/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/newcastle-red-bulls-19-52-bristol-bears-tom-jordan-on-target-but-injuries-mount-for-pat-lams-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lukhanyo Am: England could learn from South Africa selection policy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lukhanyo Am has underlined the benefits of South Africa&rsquo;s overseas selection policy, insisting it has been a &ldquo;real advantage&rdquo; in building the Springboks&rsquo; strength in depth &ndash; in contrast to England&rsquo;s continued restriction on picking players based abroad.<br />
The post Lukhanyo Am: England could learn from South Africa selection policy appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lukhanyo-am-england-could-learn-from-south-africa-selection-policy/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lukhanyo-am-england-could-learn-from-south-africa-selection-policy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeremy Guscott: Bath head coach Johann van Graan must start with his strongest pack in Bordeaux]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are at the business end of the season and Bath have two big matches in a row with the top of the table clash against Northampton Saints in the Prem yesterday, before taking on reiging Champions Cup holders Bordeaux-Begles in south-west France next weekend.<br />
The post Jeremy Guscott: Bath head coach Johann van Graan must start with his strongest pack in Bordeaux appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-bath-head-coach-johann-van-graan-must-start-with-his-strongest-pack-in-bordeaux/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-bath-head-coach-johann-van-graan-must-start-with-his-strongest-pack-in-bordeaux/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harlequins 33-52 Sale Sharks: Joe Launchbury takes his bow but Quins fall short]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joe Launchbury appeared to say an emotional farewell to the sport he has served for almost two decades as he was applauded off the field at the end of this contest between Harlequins and Sale Sharks.<br />
The post Harlequins 33-52 Sale Sharks: Joe Launchbury takes his bow but Quins fall short appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/harlequins-33-52-sale-sharks-joe-launchbury-takes-his-bow-but-quins-fall-short/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/harlequins-33-52-sale-sharks-joe-launchbury-takes-his-bow-but-quins-fall-short/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gloucester vs Exeter Chiefs: Rob Baxter insists Kingsholm drubbing will motivate his side]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rob Baxter endured his darkest day in charge of Exeter Chiefs at Kingsholm 12 months ago this weekend and he has recycled the events of that day ahead of today&rsquo;s return to the ground to face Gloucester.<br />
The post Gloucester vs Exeter Chiefs: Rob Baxter insists Kingsholm drubbing will motivate his side appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gloucester-vs-exeter-chiefs-rob-baxter-insists-kingsholm-drubbing-will-motivate-his-side/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gloucester-vs-exeter-chiefs-rob-baxter-insists-kingsholm-drubbing-will-motivate-his-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gloucester vs Exeter Chiefs: Cherry and Whites planning to stand and deliver]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Skivington has rung the changes for this afternoon&rsquo;s clash with Exeter Chiefs as Gloucester look to bounce back from last week&rsquo;s thrashing at Bristol Bears and find a strong finish to a difficult Prem season.<br />
The post Gloucester vs Exeter Chiefs: Cherry and Whites planning to stand and deliver appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gloucester-vs-exeter-chiefs-cherry-and-whites-planning-to-stand-and-deliver/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gloucester-vs-exeter-chiefs-cherry-and-whites-planning-to-stand-and-deliver/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England 62-24 Wales: Red Roses ignited by skipper Meg Jones]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just a stone&rsquo;s throw from her birthplace, England captain Meg Jones reminded winless Wales of what they are missing as she guided the Red Roses to a 2026 Women&rsquo;s Six Nations bonus-point victory in Bristol.<br />
The post England 62-24 Wales: Red Roses ignited by skipper Meg Jones appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-62-24-wales-red-roses-ignited-by-skipper-meg-jones/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-62-24-wales-red-roses-ignited-by-skipper-meg-jones/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Hewett: Super Rugby’s survival is far from guaranteed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Remember the days when Super Rugby was so hot, you could toast yourself on it?<br />
The post Chris Hewett: Super Rugby&rsquo;s survival is far from guaranteed appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chris-hewett-super-rugbys-survival-is-far-from-guaranteed/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chris-hewett-super-rugbys-survival-is-far-from-guaranteed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We are tough to beat, says Bath captain Miles Reid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bath captain Miles Reid feels his men can hold their heads up high after pushing Northampton all the way at Franklin&rsquo;s Gardens, despite wholesale rotation on the eve of their Champions Cup semi-final. He said: &ldquo;It was a tough game, especially in that heat. We haven&rsquo;t had many games like that recently, but having played [&hellip;]<br />
The post We are tough to beat, says Bath captain Miles Reid appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/we-are-tough-to-beat-says-bath-captain-miles-reid/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/we-are-tough-to-beat-says-bath-captain-miles-reid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tynedale in good play-off shape]]></title><description><![CDATA[By EDWIN WILLIAMS Wharfedale ............20 Tynedale ................45 TYNEDALE ran out very worthy winners in the battle of the Dales and played some strong rugby. The visitors finished second in the table and are in the play-offs to decide who makes it to National 1 next season. Wharfedale finished in the top half of the league, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Tynedale in good play-off shape appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tynedale-in-good-play-off-shape/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tynedale-in-good-play-off-shape/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tom Ailes’ Dream Team: The Best XV]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tom Ailes, the former Gloucester Academy, Sedgley Park, Sales FC and Hartpury back row, who now plays for Preston Grasshoppers, selects the best XV he has payed with or against.&nbsp; 1. James Gibbons One Hartpury training session was enough &ndash; he folded captain and Gloucester hall of famer Chris Fortey in half and never looked [&hellip;]<br />
The post Tom Ailes&rsquo; Dream Team: The Best XV appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tom-ailes-dream-team-the-best-xv/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tom-ailes-dream-team-the-best-xv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TJs feed the Lions a tame justification]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By GARETH WITHERS Tonbridge J ...........83 Leicester Lions ....14 HOSTS Tonbridge Juddians rounded off a successful return to the National 1 with a convincing win over an already-relegated Leicester Lions. TJs in 13 tries as they put on an explosive display of running rugby, with winger Curtis Barnes crossing five times. Fellow winger Tom Kendrick [&hellip;]<br />
The post TJs feed the Lions a tame justification appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tjs-feed-the-lions-a-tame-justification/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tjs-feed-the-lions-a-tame-justification/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers hearts are broken by Keogh]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By ANDREW SMITH Sheffield Tigers ...34 Macclesfield .........38 MACCLESFIELD fullback Austen Keogh snatched a dramatic late win with the last play of the game in a pulsating 11-try thriller. With just minutes remaining the hosts looked to have done enough when Louis Redfern created a 10-point cushion with his late try but an instant riposte [&hellip;]<br />
The post Tigers hearts are broken by Keogh appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tigers-hearts-are-broken-by-keogh/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tigers-hearts-are-broken-by-keogh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tide may be turning in favour of Ospreys]]></title><description><![CDATA[FOR three long months of unrelenting anxiety while their owners negotiated to buy Cardiff, Ospreys fans have fought the good fight against the outrageous folly of Wales&rsquo; Second City being wiped off the map of professional rugby. Throughout that time, Y11 Sport &amp; Media said nothing to allay fears that their Swansea-based subsidiary, Ospreys Rugby [&hellip;]<br />
The post Tide may be turning in favour of Ospreys appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tide-may-be-turning-in-favour-of-ospreys/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tide-may-be-turning-in-favour-of-ospreys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[There’s no need to panic – Steyn]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stormers ....... 48 Glasgow ..........12 By MAX GLASGOW crashed to a second heavy defeat in South Africa but captain Kyle Steyn says there is no panic. After an eight-try hammering by Lions in Jo&rsquo;burg last week, Warriors were put to the sword by Stormers who leapfrogged them into top spot. The two games saw Glasgow [&hellip;]<br />
The post There&rsquo;s no need to panic &ndash; Steyn appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/theres-no-need-to-panic-steyn/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/theres-no-need-to-panic-steyn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taylor’s swift kick keeps hope alight]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By BEN SHEARD Dings Crusaders ..40 Rosslyn Park .........52 Stanton seals Park win after late Luc ROSSLYN Park ended their season with an away victory at Dings Crusaders but relied on late tries from Tom Stanton and Luc Smith. The hosts hit first with Ethan Surrey&rsquo;s early converted effort, but Park replied in only two [&hellip;]<br />
The post Taylor&rsquo;s swift kick keeps hope alight appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/taylors-swift-kick-keeps-hope-alight/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/taylors-swift-kick-keeps-hope-alight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Students find their clearance in Exit-er]]></title><description><![CDATA[By GARY HOUSE Exeter Uni......... 44pts Taunton T..........22pts EXETER University took their chance to boost their survival hopes, after humbling Taunton Titans with a second-half onslaught. With the Titans safe in fourth place, the onus was on Exeter to match or better Loughborough&rsquo;s result, for a chance of survival through the National League 2 Accession [&hellip;]<br />
The post Students find their clearance in Exit-er appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/students-find-their-clearance-in-exit-er/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/students-find-their-clearance-in-exit-er/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stephen Jones: I can see some positives for Newcastle despite defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle head coach Stephen Jones remained upbeat on the &ldquo;green shoots&rdquo; in his side despite conceding eight tries. He said: &ldquo;Where we&rsquo;ve got to learn, and learn quickly, is when we get turned over our ability to transition into defence." "Bristol&rsquo;s tries from restarts were huge momentum swings. Those are the moments where this team [&hellip;]<br />
The post Stephen Jones: I can see some positives for Newcastle despite defeat appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/stephen-jones-i-can-see-some-positives-for-newcastle-despite-defeat/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/stephen-jones-i-can-see-some-positives-for-newcastle-despite-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spensley boots Otley to safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[By NICK DOYLE Tyler Arm Otley..........................42 Sheffield..................36 OTLEY played their hearts out to beat Sheffield and retain their National 2 status after Scott Irvine scored in the first minute. Sheffield came back with three tries, Christian Hooper scoring in the left-hand corner and then running 60 metres, gliding past defenders as he went. Their third [&hellip;]<br />
The post Spensley boots Otley to safety appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/spensley-boots-otley-to-safety/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/spensley-boots-otley-to-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rotherham Titans 34-25 Sale FC: Left, right and good fight sparks Titans’ title-lifting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unbelievable scenes swept around Clifton Lane as the final whistle rung out and hundreds of Rotherham Titans fans ran onto the pitch to join players and staff alike in celebrating winning the league title, after a tumultuous final day of the season.<br />
The post Rotherham Titans 34-25 Sale FC: Left, right and good fight sparks Titans&rsquo; title-lifting appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rotherham-titans-34-25-sale-fc-left-right-and-good-fight-sparks-titans-title-lifting/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rotherham-titans-34-25-sale-fc-left-right-and-good-fight-sparks-titans-title-lifting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rossendale savour strong finish to their season]]></title><description><![CDATA[By AVUYILE SAWULA clean through. ing for too many col- play. Rossendale............82 Hull............................24 ROSSENDALE ran riot to maintain their place in National League 2 North, overwhelming an already relegated Hull. Three wins from their last five, with two vital losing bonus points picked up in the two defeats, have allowed last season&rsquo;s promoted team to [&hellip;]<br />
The post Rossendale savour strong finish to their season appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rossendale-savour-strong-finish-to-their-season/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rossendale-savour-strong-finish-to-their-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rhys brings a piece of the Albion to butter up win]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By JOHN BUTCHER Plymouth A ............54 Leeds Tykes ..........24 RHYS Williams&rsquo; hat-trick played a huge part in helping Plymouth Albion to beat Leeds Tykes on their promotion quest. A packed Brickfields witnessed a burst to action, with early converted tries and a tit-for-tat exchange leading up a half-time score of 21-17. Albion dominated the scrum [&hellip;]<br />
The post Rhys brings a piece of the Albion to butter up win appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rhys-brings-a-piece-of-the-albion-to-butter-up-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rhys-brings-a-piece-of-the-albion-to-butter-up-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Rees: Exeter Chiefs in search of an American with a dream]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Rees looks at the financial challenges facing the Prem.<br />
The post Paul Rees: Exeter Chiefs in search of an American with a dream appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-exeter-chiefs-in-search-of-an-american-with-a-dream/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-exeter-chiefs-in-search-of-an-american-with-a-dream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Rees: Attacking sides get away with too much at the breakdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Rees on how and when the TMO should get involved...<br />
The post Paul Rees: Attacking sides get away with too much at the breakdown appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-attacking-sides-get-away-with-too-much-at-the-breakdown/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-attacking-sides-get-away-with-too-much-at-the-breakdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys owners pull out of deal to buy Cardiff]]></title><description><![CDATA[THE WRU says negotiations with the owners of Ospreys to also buy Cardiff have fallen through. The WRU confirmed in January 2026 it had entered a period of exclusivity on the sale of Cardiff with Y11 Sport &amp; Media, which owns Ospreys. That period expired in March but was extended by 30 days until Wednesday, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ospreys owners pull out of deal to buy Cardiff appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-owners-pull-out-of-deal-to-buy-cardiff/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-owners-pull-out-of-deal-to-buy-cardiff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ollie Hearn happy to keep Caldy afloat in the Champ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Caldy hooker Ollie Hearn has fired himself towards the top of the Champ try-scoring charts with a remarkable campaign built on forward dominance but admits there is a lingering sense of frustration after falling short of the play-offs.<br />
The post Ollie Hearn happy to keep Caldy afloat in the Champ appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ollie-hearn-happy-to-keep-caldy-afloat-in-the-champ/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ollie-hearn-happy-to-keep-caldy-afloat-in-the-champ/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Cain: Seismic defeat at Twickenham shows RFU Board not fit for purpose]]></title><description><![CDATA[The RFU Board suffered a seismic SGM defeat at Twickenham on Friday night of such magnitude that it is hard to see how it will not be dismantled, at least in part, by the shockwaves.<br />
The post Nick Cain: Seismic defeat at Twickenham shows RFU Board not fit for purpose appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-seismic-defeat-at-twickenham-shows-rfu-board-not-fit-for-purpose/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-seismic-defeat-at-twickenham-shows-rfu-board-not-fit-for-purpose/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Multi-taskers who are pushing out specialists on the World Rugby stage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Contrary to popular belief, hybrid players &ndash; those who can play in the pack, as well as the backs &ndash; are nothing new. Back in rugby&rsquo;s Stone Age, the Springboks picked the Free State stalwart Gerrie Sonnekus at scrum-half against the British and Irish Lions, and at No.8 against England. More recently, the remarkable Levani [&hellip;]<br />
The post Multi-taskers who are pushing out specialists on the World Rugby stage appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/multi-taskers-who-are-pushing-out-specialists-on-the-world-rugby-stage/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/multi-taskers-who-are-pushing-out-specialists-on-the-world-rugby-stage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More misery for Scotland as energetic Italy take control in the Women’s Six Nations with a 41-14 victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[By JESS BROWN Italy delivered a dominant performance to defeat Scotland at the Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi in Parma despite suffering three yellow cards. The Azzurre effectively settled the contest in the first half. Celebrating Silvia Turani&rsquo;s 50th cap, they took a commanding 29-0 lead into the interval after a one-sided half which compounded Scotland&rsquo;s woes [&hellip;]<br />
The post More misery for Scotland as energetic Italy take control in the Women&rsquo;s Six Nations with a 41-14 victor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/more-misery-for-scotland-as-energetic-italy-take-control-in-the-womens-six-nations-with-a-41-14-victory/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/more-misery-for-scotland-as-energetic-italy-take-control-in-the-womens-six-nations-with-a-41-14-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maud Muir hits 50th cap for the England Red Roses with plenty still to come]]></title><description><![CDATA[Decorated England tighthead Maud Muir says the Red Roses&rsquo; relentless winning mentality is what continues to drive the squad after she brought up her 50th cap in style.<br />
The post Maud Muir hits 50th cap for the England Red Roses with plenty still to come appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/maud-muir-hits-50th-cap-for-the-england-red-roses-with-plenty-still-to-come/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/maud-muir-hits-50th-cap-for-the-england-red-roses-with-plenty-still-to-come/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leinster fall to Jacob Umaga strike in fight for Champions Cup semi-final spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leinster: 26 Benetton: 29 By Peter Clarke Leinster went down to a late Jacob Umaga penalty but will be pleased their big names came through unscathed ahead of Saturday&rsquo;s Champions Cup semi-final showdown against Toulon. Leinster led 14-5 at the break but fell short after a thrilling second half. Caelan Doris and Josh van der [&hellip;]<br />
The post Leinster fall to Jacob Umaga strike in fight for Champions Cup semi-final spot appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-fall-to-jacob-umaga-strike-in-fight-for-champions-cup-semi-final-spot/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-fall-to-jacob-umaga-strike-in-fight-for-champions-cup-semi-final-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[keeps on moving, he’ll keep playing! While Moss]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By BEN JAYCOCK Veteran: Otley prop Jason Moss OTLEY stalwart Jason Moss credits the club&rsquo;s identity for helping him become the club&rsquo;s longest-serving player as the veteran prop continues his 240-plus appearance career. The 36-year-old has spent virtually his entire rugby life at Cross Green, and says its history has kept him rooted in National [&hellip;]<br />
The post keeps on moving, he&rsquo;ll keep playing! While Moss appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/keeps-on-moving-hell-keep-playing-while-moss/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/keeps-on-moving-hell-keep-playing-while-moss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Josh Hodnett sparks Munster into life with 41-14 victory over Ulster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Munster: 41 Ulster: 14 By Alex Woods Josh Hodnett and Alex Kendellen combined to score seven tries as Munster boosted their play-off hopes with a bonus-point victory at Thomond Park. The hosts leapfrogged Ulster in the table, strengthening their push for a knockout place with two rounds remaining. Player of the match and four-try hero [&hellip;]<br />
The post Josh Hodnett sparks Munster into life with 41-14 victory over Ulster appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/josh-hodnett-sparks-munster-into-life-with-41-14-victory-over-ulster/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/josh-hodnett-sparks-munster-into-life-with-41-14-victory-over-ulster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I’ve got the minerals for the Sales Sharks job, insists Alex Sanderson following criticism]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp; Alex Sanderson is in no doubt that he is the right man to turn the tide at Sale. The Sharks were thrashed 85-19 at home by Saracens last Sunday, conceding 13 tries on route to their 10th defeat in 13 league matches this season to remain seventh, 25 points off the playoffs. &ldquo;When criticism [&hellip;]<br />
The post I&rsquo;ve got the minerals for the Sales Sharks job, insists Alex Sanderson following criticism appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ive-got-the-minerals-for-the-sales-sharks-job-insists-alex-sanderson-following-criticism/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ive-got-the-minerals-for-the-sales-sharks-job-insists-alex-sanderson-following-criticism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s time to give the new franchise system in Premiership rugby a chance]]></title><description><![CDATA[By JOHN ALLANSON There are those who constantly focus on negatives regarding the new franchised Prem model. But the financial gulf between the top tier and Champ has widened well beyond the means of the game to bridge it without, somehow, bringing more money into the game. This cannot be achieved without significant changes taking [&hellip;]<br />
The post It&rsquo;s time to give the new franchise system in Premiership rugby a chance appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/its-time-to-give-the-new-franchise-system-in-premiership-rugby-a-chance/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/its-time-to-give-the-new-franchise-system-in-premiership-rugby-a-chance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hyndman stars in a thrilling end to the season]]></title><description><![CDATA[By MIKE BROWN Preston G..........28 Billingham.......38 A GRIPPING contest unfolded in front of 450 spectators as Billingham edged out Tynedale in a match that more than lived up to its blockbuster billing. Locked at 14-14 at half-time, neither side gave an inch in a fiercely contested opening period. Tynedale struck first-half blows through Williams, who [&hellip;]<br />
The post Hyndman stars in a thrilling end to the season appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hyndman-stars-in-a-thrilling-end-to-the-season/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hyndman-stars-in-a-thrilling-end-to-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harding crashes over yet again for 47th try]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By GRAHAM COX Blackheath .....52 Clifton ...............28 BLACKHEATH&rsquo;s first-half display, followed by their somewhat rudderless second, was enough to see them seal a home play-off tie after beating Clifton. The Club&rsquo;s win means they now face Plymouth Albion, in the upcoming play-offs, after a flourishing opening performance. Inevitably, it was Billy Harding across for the [&hellip;]<br />
The post Harding crashes over yet again for 47th try appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/harding-crashes-over-yet-again-for-47th-try/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/harding-crashes-over-yet-again-for-47th-try/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Handre Pollard keeps his nerve to sneak past Scarlets securing Bulls a home quarter-final]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Roger Panting Handre Pollard&rsquo;s immaculate goal-kicking prevented Scarlets from taking a notable scalp as his 18-point haul proved just enough to earn Bulls a valuable four points in their quest to secure a home quarter-final. Defeat was rough justice on a much-improved Scarlets, who outscored their opponents by three tries to two but ultimately [&hellip;]<br />
The post Handre Pollard keeps his nerve to sneak past Scarlets securing Bulls a home quarter-final appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/handre-pollard-keeps-his-nerve-to-sneak-past-scarlets-securing-bulls-a-home-quarter-final/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/handre-pollard-keeps-his-nerve-to-sneak-past-scarlets-securing-bulls-a-home-quarter-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Half-century finish for happy hosts]]></title><description><![CDATA[By NEIL MORRIS Darlington MP.......50 Scunthorpe.............43 DARLINGTON just did enough to win a high-scoring encounter. Scunthorpe started fast with a try after three minutes from Martin Dylan, converted by Will Dark. Mowden responded within minutes through Kieran Forbes after a powerful maul. Harrison Mason burst through to add the next try for Mowden. Alex Fusco [&hellip;]<br />
The post Half-century finish for happy hosts appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/half-century-finish-for-happy-hosts/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/half-century-finish-for-happy-hosts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Geoff Parling: We must be more clinical]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester boss Geoff Parling insisted his side were their own worst enemies after they went down to Saracens. &ldquo;I am incredibly frustrated,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;We turned the ball over 14 times, fair play to Sarries for hustling but we have got to be better." "We created some chances but we were not clinical and in [&hellip;]<br />
The post Geoff Parling: We must be more clinical appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/geoff-parling-we-must-be-more-clinical/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/geoff-parling-we-must-be-more-clinical/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France turn up the heat to see off brave Irish in their pursuit of the Women’s Six Nations Grand Slam title]]></title><description><![CDATA[By JAMES ROBINSON France's Six Nations title and Grand Slam pursuit was maintained in Clermont after seeing off Ireland. France: 26pts Tries: Mwayembe 16, Arbez 51, Grando 68, Champon 79 Conversions: Arbez 17, 51, 80 Ireland: 7pts Try: Moloney-MacDonald 11 Conversion: O&rsquo;Brien 12 The home side kept the pressure on England heading into their likely [&hellip;]<br />
The post France turn up the heat to see off brave Irish in their pursuit of the Women&rsquo;s Six Nations Grand Slam title appeared fi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-turn-up-the-heat-to-see-off-brave-irish-in-their-pursuit-of-the-womens-six-nations-grand-slam-title/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-turn-up-the-heat-to-see-off-brave-irish-in-their-pursuit-of-the-womens-six-nations-grand-slam-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Electric Watts is spark for Ionians]]></title><description><![CDATA[HULL Ionians and Fylde have been playing each other for 20 years and their 30th meeting was just as entertaining as their previous matches. By BRIAN NORMAN Hull Ionians......36pts Fylde...................22pts The home side like to mix power play with strong back play, while Fylde have always run everything, retaining possession as long as possible. Their [&hellip;]<br />
The post Electric Watts is spark for Ionians appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/electric-watts-is-spark-for-ionians/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/electric-watts-is-spark-for-ionians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Edinburgh coach Sean Everitt proud of effort in clash against Sale Sharks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Edinburgh: 33 Sharks: 28 Edinburgh produced a spirited comeback to end the Sharks&rsquo; hopes of reaching the play-offs. For Edinburgh, already out of contention, the win marked a welcome upturn in form and back-to-back victories for the first time since May. Edinburgh coach Sean Everitt said: &ldquo;Anything can happen in a game of rugby and [&hellip;]<br />
The post Edinburgh coach Sean Everitt proud of effort in clash against Sale Sharks appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/edinburgh-coach-sean-everitt-proud-of-effort-in-clash-against-sale-sharks/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/edinburgh-coach-sean-everitt-proud-of-effort-in-clash-against-sale-sharks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Richards is in the right place to steal the Challenge Cup for Dragons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zebre:18pts Tries: Di Bartolomeo 43, Locatelli 71 Conversion: Da Re 71 Penalties: Da Re 14, 53 Dragons: 19pts Tries: Rosser 24, Carter 68, Richards 80 Conversions: O&rsquo;Brien 25, 69 Dragons warmed up for their Challenge Cup semi-final by claiming a second victory in Parma in the space of 13 days thanks to a dramatic last-gasp [&hellip;]<br />
The post David Richards is in the right place to steal the Challenge Cup for Dragons appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/david-richards-is-in-the-right-place-to-steal-the-challenge-cup-for-dragons/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/david-richards-is-in-the-right-place-to-steal-the-challenge-cup-for-dragons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crusaders own trusty ‘Crab’ is back from the bottom keener]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By BEN JAYCOCK DINGS Crusaders&rsquo; potent winger Harry Rowson has rediscovered his love for rugby after walking away from Bristol Bears. The elusive back, known as &lsquo;The Crab&rsquo; for his sharp footwork, crossed 18 times this season in a campaign built on freedom, confidence and a return to enjoying the game. However, the 24-year-old admits [&hellip;]<br />
The post Crusaders own trusty &lsquo;Crab&rsquo; is back from the bottom keener appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/crusaders-own-trusty-crab-is-back-from-the-bottom-keener/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/crusaders-own-trusty-crab-is-back-from-the-bottom-keener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Connacht lose winning feeling]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By PAUL MATTHEWS Lions ................33 Connacht ........21 LIONS boosted their hopes of making the play-offs with a five tries to three win at Ellis Park. Defeat brought to an end a run of six URC wins in a row for Connacht. Lions took the lead in the fifth minute when wing Angelo Davids scored in [&hellip;]<br />
The post Connacht lose winning feeling appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/connacht-lose-winning-feeling/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/connacht-lose-winning-feeling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chinnor tribute to Simon Vickers]]></title><description><![CDATA[THE Rugby Paper would like to apologise for a mistake in last weekend&rsquo;s Chinnor match report in which the name of their late CEO Simon Vickers was misspelt. Mr Vickers, below, who was a former captain at Chinnor RFC, passed away this month. Mr Vickers joined the club in the 1980s and &lsquo;never truly left&rsquo;, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Chinnor tribute to Simon Vickers appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chinnor-tribute-to-simon-vickers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chinnor-tribute-to-simon-vickers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardiff 24-21 Ospreys: Blue and Blacks’ play-off chances boosted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cardiff beat Ospreys at the Arms Park for the first time since 2007 to keep their hopes of an end-of-season play-off spot alive.<br />
The post Cardiff 24-21 Ospreys: Blue and Blacks&rsquo; play-off chances boosted appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-24-21-ospreys-blue-and-blacks-play-off-chances-boosted/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-24-21-ospreys-blue-and-blacks-play-off-chances-boosted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Camborne’s Kyle Moyle says farewell to the champions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Camborne fly-half Kyle Moyle rejoiced in securing a first-ever promotion to National One for his side, with the former Gloucester back now set to hang up his boots.<br />
The post Camborne&rsquo;s Kyle Moyle says farewell to the champions appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cambornes-kyle-moyle-says-farewell-to-the-champions/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cambornes-kyle-moyle-says-farewell-to-the-champions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bicknell serves as game’s now gone]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By RICHARD ASHTON Rams ........................ 61 Sedgley Park ........40 RAMS beat Sedgley Park in a helter-skelter 15-try thriller &ndash; three of which came from Willo Bicknell &ndash; to end their campaign on a high. The hosts raced out of the blocks as first-time starter Max Marshall bagged his maiden Rams try in the fourth minute, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Bicknell serves as game&rsquo;s now gone appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bicknell-serves-as-games-now-gone/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bicknell-serves-as-games-now-gone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All eyes on Diego Sarthou’s 10-a-side match as France vs England ‘Le Crunch’ gets creative]]></title><description><![CDATA[French rugby seems to be ahead of the curve at the moment, not least in putting innovation into practice rather than just talking about it. The same can be said for Bordeaux, which is fast becoming one of the most vibrant venues in the game. The success of reigning European champions Bordeaux-Begles, whose blockbuster European [&hellip;]<br />
The post All eyes on Diego Sarthou&rsquo;s 10-a-side match as France vs England &lsquo;Le Crunch&rsquo; gets creative appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/all-eyes-on-diego-sarthous-10-a-side-match-as-france-vs-england-le-crunch-gets-creative/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/all-eyes-on-diego-sarthous-10-a-side-match-as-france-vs-england-le-crunch-gets-creative/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alex Sanderson sets sights on winning Champions Cup spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Sanderson reiterated his desire to carry on fighting for his Sale job and insisted he never thought about quitting during a troubled campaign. He also revealed Rob du Preez&rsquo; season is over due to a hamstring injury after Sharks ravaged Quins in an eight-try win. It means the departing South African centre has played [&hellip;]<br />
The post Alex Sanderson sets sights on winning Champions Cup spot appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/alex-sanderson-sets-sights-on-winning-champions-cup-spot/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/alex-sanderson-sets-sights-on-winning-champions-cup-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will goes wherever in Callan’s hit track]]></title><description><![CDATA[By VICKY MACQUEEN Hinckley..................64 Hornets.....................24 THREE TRIES for Will Callan and four yellow cards characterised a thrilling Hinckley win at home to Hornets. The hosts hit quickly, as Callan flew out of the blocks to ground in the 4th minute. Following a spell of knocking on the door, Connor Vickery then found an equaliser. Hinckley [&hellip;]<br />
The post Will goes wherever in Callan&rsquo;s hit track appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/will-goes-wherever-in-callans-hit-track/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/will-goes-wherever-in-callans-hit-track/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Students rise high to final submission]]></title><description><![CDATA[By FYNLEE HATELEY Loughborough S....47 Redruth....................40 LOUGHBOROUGH&rsquo;s season ended in mixed emotions, as the Students inflicted a defeat on Redruth but were still relegated. The Students started quickly, with clear itent to end their season fashionable, and soon secured a strong, 28-point advantage, inside the opening 20 minutes, with tries from Aiden Pugh, Harry Fernandez [&hellip;]<br />
The post Students rise high to final submission appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/students-rise-high-to-final-submission/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/students-rise-high-to-final-submission/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steyn’s Warrior paint has been marked by the Mandela effect]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By MIKE MOORE FROM meeting Mandela to playing for the land of his mother, Kyle Steyn certainly has a tale to tell. Born in Johannesburg, he lived in South Africa for the first 24 years of his life. But then came a huge change as he moved over to the UK and joined Glasgow Warriors. [&hellip;]<br />
The post Steyn&rsquo;s Warrior paint has been marked by the Mandela effect appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/steyns-warrior-paint-has-been-marked-by-the-mandela-effect/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/steyns-warrior-paint-has-been-marked-by-the-mandela-effect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ricci remains]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By BEN JAYCOCK On the run: Old Albanian flyer Alessandro Ricci OLD Albanians back three flyer Alessandro Ricci admits his side lost their edge at the crucial moment after a season that promised so much in National Two East. The St Albans outfit were top for the vast majority of the campaign but a costly [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ricci remains appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ricci-remains/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ricci-remains/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Old Reds enjoy a Keergergen sitting]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By COILIN DUFFY Barnstaple ............. 19 Old Redcliffians ...42 THE BREATH-TAKING performance of Lex Van Keergergen proved instrumental in guiding Old Redcliffians to a winning season finale against Barnstaple. After releasing the proverbial shackles the two teams launched everything into scoring as many points as possible, with the lure of promotion long gone and the [&hellip;]<br />
The post Old Reds enjoy a Keergergen sitting appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/old-reds-enjoy-a-keergergen-sitting/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/old-reds-enjoy-a-keergergen-sitting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nott happy to run with Cardiff pack]]></title><description><![CDATA[By SAM JACKSON GEORGE Nott is thriving as a key cog in the Cardiff Rugby pack following his switch from Dragons in the summer after a decade playing in England. Nott has made 16 appearances for the capital club this season. Born in Bodelwyddan in Denbighshire, 30-year-old Nott started playing rugby with Mold RFC, but [&hellip;]<br />
The post Nott happy to run with Cardiff pack appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nott-happy-to-run-with-cardiff-pack/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nott-happy-to-run-with-cardiff-pack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Life in Rugby: Josh Skelcey – Wearing an England shirt was a highlight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Josh Skelcey, the former Northampton Saints, Birmingham Moseley, Nottingham, Plymouth Albion, Ampthill and Cambridge winger, who is now player-coach at Old Albanian, reflects on his life in rugby.<br />
The post My Life in Rugby: Josh Skelcey &ndash; Wearing an England shirt was a highlight appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-life-in-rugby-josh-skelcey-wearing-an-england-shirt-was-a-highlight/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-life-in-rugby-josh-skelcey-wearing-an-england-shirt-was-a-highlight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moody saddles up for MND bike ride]]></title><description><![CDATA[EXTRA NEWS FORMER England captain Lewis Moody will undertake a seven-day cycling challenge in aid of the My Name&rsquo;5 Doddie Foundation. Moody, 47, was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) in September. Accompanied by former team-mates, including members of the 2003 World Cup-winning squad, he will make a 500-mile trip, starting in Newcastle and ending [&hellip;]<br />
The post Moody saddles up for MND bike ride appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/moody-saddles-up-for-mnd-bike-ride/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/moody-saddles-up-for-mnd-bike-ride/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LOUGHBOROUGH]]></title><description><![CDATA[Loughborough .... 45pts Brunel ....................... 5pts Women won a first BUCS Championship for two decades, putting aside two consecutive final defeats to overpower Brunel. Player of the match, loosehead Amelia Williams crashed over for two tries inside a quarter of an hour. Lightning lock Tamsin Baynes pushed over centimetres from the line, and soon after [&hellip;]<br />
The post LOUGHBOROUGH appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/loughborough/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/loughborough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lancs in charge]]></title><description><![CDATA[EXTRA NEWS LANCASHIRE beat Yorkshire 50-49 in the first Mixed Ability Rugby Counties fixture for the TRYIT Trophy last weekend. Benny Evans, captain Spencer Rowbotham, Leo Hope, Dominik Hargreaves, Ryan Waters, Elias Price and Evans Ojuruwa scored for Lancashire. Yorkshire fought back from 35-7 down to lead 49-45 before a late maul try by Elias [&hellip;]<br />
The post Lancs in charge appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lancs-in-charge/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lancs-in-charge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Knight in shining armour for Oundle]]></title><description><![CDATA[By DOUG MILLER Havant......................29 Oundle......................39 HAVANT and Oundle put on a 12-try show for a vociferous crowd celebrating Havant&rsquo;s 75th anniversary in what was a hard-fought match, with Oundle earning the chance of promotion through the play-offs. Havant started slowly. Two early tries from Joe Sagoe and Grant Snelling gave Oundle the lead before Ben [&hellip;]<br />
The post Knight in shining armour for Oundle appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/knight-in-shining-armour-for-oundle/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/knight-in-shining-armour-for-oundle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s glory for Rory as Kassapian seals win at death]]></title><description><![CDATA[By RORY MORROW Barnes...............31 Canterbury.......29 BARNES came from behind brilliantly to record a thrilling away win. Canterbury had began the brighter, enjoying the better of the first 40, with Aiden Moss diving over for the first try two minutes in, with Frank Reynolds converting. The away side came back through fly-half Will Nicolson&rsquo;s try, yet [&hellip;]<br />
The post It&rsquo;s glory for Rory as Kassapian seals win at death appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/its-glory-for-rory-as-kassapian-seals-win-at-death/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/its-glory-for-rory-as-kassapian-seals-win-at-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ireland are the next challenge for England’s young Roses]]></title><description><![CDATA[WOMEN&rsquo;S U21 SIX NATIONS &#9632;By PHIL CAMPBELL AFTER a compelling opening round of the Six Nations Women&rsquo;s U21 Series, England&rsquo;s clash with Ireland is the standout fixture in round two on Saturday. LJ Lewis said before the tournament that her charges had a &ldquo;strong bond growing within the group&rdquo; and that the match against Scotland [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ireland are the next challenge for England&rsquo;s young Roses appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-are-the-next-challenge-for-englands-young-roses/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-are-the-next-challenge-for-englands-young-roses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Icing-cold slice puts Cherry &amp; Whites on top again]]></title><description><![CDATA[By BILL HOOPER Camborne.........66 Chester..............31 CAMBORNE put on a show for the large crowd scoring ten tries under the Cornish sunshine to leave Chester well-beaten. The already-named champions opened the scoring with a try from CJ Boyce, with Kyle Moyle adding the first of his six conversions. Try number two was a peach of a [&hellip;]<br />
The post Icing-cold slice puts Cherry &amp; Whites on top again appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/icing-cold-slice-puts-cherry-amp-whites-on-top-again/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/icing-cold-slice-puts-cherry-amp-whites-on-top-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hodgson signs off Welsh career in super style]]></title><description><![CDATA[By JONATHAN SHANKLAND Before the match, Dan the season ignited some That m London Welsh........42 Dorking..................... 19 THE Exiles saved their best until last in a dominant display. Dorking started well with an interception try for Harry Barker, converted by Tom Hardwick. Then a superb cross- field kick from Harwick put flyer Theo Williamson in [&hellip;]<br />
The post Hodgson signs off Welsh career in super style appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hodgson-signs-off-welsh-career-in-super-style/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hodgson-signs-off-welsh-career-in-super-style/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks experience the highs and lows]]></title><description><![CDATA[By ADAM CLEARY Guernsey................. 19 Henley Hawks.......57 HENLEY Hawks continued their impressive run of form with a comprehensive win at Guernsey, but results elsewhere meant it wasn&rsquo;t enough for them to avoid the relegation play-off. The Hawks got off to a flying start and raced into a 19-0 lead thanks to tries from Leo Webb, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Hawks experience the highs and lows appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hawks-experience-the-highs-and-lows/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hawks-experience-the-highs-and-lows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hancock twins join Knights]]></title><description><![CDATA[EXTRANEWS DONCASTER Knights have strengthened their front row with the signing of twin props Callum and Connor Hancock from Newcastle Red Bulls ahead of the 2026/27 season. The 25-year-old products of Dinnington RFC and Leeds Beckett University earned BUCS Team of the Season honours in 2023/24 and represented England Students. Head coach Darren Fearn said: [&hellip;]<br />
The post Hancock twins join Knights appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hancock-twins-join-knights/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hancock-twins-join-knights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green Machine pick bogey-men Lucs the winner]]></title><description><![CDATA[By AMELIA LINE Lymm........................32 Luctonians..............27 LUCTONIANS fell to a double-defeat to Lymm, after losing to them previously this season, and facing an away play-off fixture. Lucs began their fight with a one-minute try by Robert Aikman. It wasn&rsquo;t long before Lymm regained confidence and Oliver Higginson scored a try, with the lead confirmed by Thomas [&hellip;]<br />
The post Green Machine pick bogey-men Lucs the winner appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/green-machine-pick-bogey-men-lucs-the-winner/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/green-machine-pick-bogey-men-lucs-the-winner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Final four set for semi-finals]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By CARL FIELD Super Rygbi round-up CARDIFF will face Llandovery while Gwent rivals Ebbw Vale and Newport again lock horns in next weekend&rsquo;s Super Rygbi Cymru play-off semi-finals. That is after all four sides came through their respective quarter-finals yesterday. Cardiff booked their spot by powering to a 50-33 victory over Carmarthen Quins at the [&hellip;]<br />
The post Final four set for semi-finals appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/final-four-set-for-semi-finals/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/final-four-set-for-semi-finals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FANTASY]]></title><description><![CDATA[RUGB 2025 -26 Welcome to the latest update of this season&rsquo;s TRP Fantasy Rugby. Today&rsquo;s update covers the period Sunday 12th April 2026 through to Saturday 18th April 2026. This week we are taking our monthly look at the main TRP Fantasy Rugby table. In top spot is still Where You To Jeff ? [S] [&hellip;]<br />
The post FANTASY appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/fantasy/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/fantasy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter hooker targets a South Africa return]]></title><description><![CDATA[EXETER hooker Joseph Dweba aims to force his way back into the South Africa squad ahead of the 2027 World Cup. The 30-year-old, who moved to Sandy Park last summer from Stormers, has won six Test caps, the last of which came in 2023. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s definitely still a desire for me to play for them,&rdquo; [&hellip;]<br />
The post Exeter hooker targets a South Africa return appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-hooker-targets-a-south-africa-return/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-hooker-targets-a-south-africa-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dominant Vannes still have a lot to do]]></title><description><![CDATA[On target: Louis Carbonel seals victory for Stade Francais with his last-gasp penalty PICTURE: Getty Images Montauban, astonishingly, live &ndash; mathematically at least &ndash; to fight for Top 14 survival another day. With four matches to play, and a maximum 20 points up for grabs, they are a mere 17 points adrift of 13th-placed Perpignan. [&hellip;]<br />
The post Dominant Vannes still have a lot to do appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dominant-vannes-still-have-a-lot-to-do/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dominant-vannes-still-have-a-lot-to-do/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deegan to miss semi]]></title><description><![CDATA[MAX Deegan will miss Leinster&rsquo;s Champions Cup semi-final against Toulon on Saturday after receiving a two-match ban for his red card against Ulster. The back rower, capped four times by Ireland, was sent off in Leinster&rsquo;s 29-21 win last Friday for making contact with winger Werner Kok in the air. He was shown a yellow [&hellip;]<br />
The post Deegan to miss semi appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/deegan-to-miss-semi/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/deegan-to-miss-semi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Combe inspired by fantastic Fryatt]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By JOHN VALLELY Westcombe Park .88 Oxford H ..................29 A PHYSICAL Combe steamrollered relegated Oxford Harlequins, running in 14 tries. In a feast of running rugby, valiant Harlequins got five of their own and could have had a couple more. Combe were effectively out of sight by half-time, with six tries coming from Nick Cook, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Combe inspired by fantastic Fryatt appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/combe-inspired-by-fantastic-fryatt/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/combe-inspired-by-fantastic-fryatt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cindy crawl for a historical moment]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By ANDY WARD Syston ..................... 31 Cinderford ..............43 CINDERFORD signed off their season by winning what was their first-ever visit to basement side Syston. They made the long trip to the Midlands, from the heart of the Forest of Dean, facing a side playing for pride to finish a first season in the National League. [&hellip;]<br />
The post Cindy crawl for a historical moment appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cindy-crawl-for-a-historical-moment/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cindy-crawl-for-a-historical-moment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carbonel shows he is still a class act]]></title><description><![CDATA[JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN AN 83rd-minute Louis Carbonel penalty handed Stade Francais a 34-32 home win over second-placed Pau at Stade Jean Bouin in a momentum-swinging opening match of the Top 14&rsquo;s 22nd weekend. It&rsquo;s not hard to see where Pau lost it. They could, should, have bagged their second win on the road in [&hellip;]<br />
The post Carbonel shows he is still a class act appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/carbonel-shows-he-is-still-a-class-act/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/carbonel-shows-he-is-still-a-class-act/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bury St Edmunds 95-28 Old Albanians: History made as Bury savour dream campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[A packed Greene King IPA Haberden witnessed history in the making.<br />
The post Bury St Edmunds 95-28 Old Albanians: History made as Bury savour dream campaign appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bury-st-edmunds-95-28-old-albanians-history-made-as-bury-savour-dream-campaign/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bury-st-edmunds-95-28-old-albanians-history-made-as-bury-savour-dream-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Botterill leads way on Esher’s big day]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By STEPHEN FITZMAURICE Sevenoaks ............. 21 Esher ........................78 ESHER secured the bonus-point victory which guaranteed them National 2 East next season. Esher determined the outcome with hard running, quality lines of incursion and tenacious defensive play. Oaks did their best to stay in the fight, but it wasn&rsquo;t enough to keep Esher at bay as [&hellip;]<br />
The post Botterill leads way on Esher&rsquo;s big day appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/botterill-leads-way-on-eshers-big-day/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/botterill-leads-way-on-eshers-big-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beddau battle way back to top]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By CARL FIELD Premiership round-up BEDDAU went back top of the Welsh Premiership after defeating Pontypridd 29-21 at Mount Pleasant Park. Prop Sam Bixby barged over twice for the Green &amp; Golds with James Davies, Leon Rogers and Ethan Coombes also going over. Ollie Wilde added two conversions. The win took Beddau, who only have [&hellip;]<br />
The post Beddau battle way back to top appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/beddau-battle-way-back-to-top/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/beddau-battle-way-back-to-top/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bath Brothers celebrate a double triumph]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By JOSEPH TERRY Bath Uni .............41pts Loughborough 14pts Tries: Conversions: Roue 9, 44, 54, 69, 80 Penalties: Roue 49, 72 Loughborough .... 45pts Tries: Rowe 40, Mayell 75 Conversions: Taylor 40, 76 BUCS RUGBY UNIVERSITY of Bath clinched a first BUCS Super Rugby Championship title and historic double at Rodney Parade. Bath became just the [&hellip;]<br />
The post Bath Brothers celebrate a double triumph appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-brothers-celebrate-a-double-triumph/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-brothers-celebrate-a-double-triumph/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barrett’s on target to snatch it at death]]></title><description><![CDATA[BEAUDEN Barrett held his nerve to steer Blues to a dramatic 36&ndash;33 &lsquo;golden point&rsquo; victory over Queensland Reds in Christchurch. &#9632;By BEN JAYCOCK Super Rugby Pacific round-up Blues looked set for a comfortable evening after building a 21-7 lead in the first half, with full-back Zarn Sullivan grabbing a brace to underline their early dominance. [&hellip;]<br />
The post Barrett&rsquo;s on target to snatch it at death appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/barretts-on-target-to-snatch-it-at-death/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/barretts-on-target-to-snatch-it-at-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After 18 years, Evans is to leave Quins]]></title><description><![CDATA[EXTRA NEWS Hall of famer: Nick Evans HARLEQUINS&rsquo; all-time points scorer and current attack coach Nick Evans is to leave the Premiership side at the end of the season after 18 years. Evans, a Premiership Rugby Hall of Fame inductee, has been Quins&rsquo; attack coach since 2017, having moved to the backroom staff after retiring [&hellip;]<br />
The post After 18 years, Evans is to leave Quins appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/after-18-years-evans-is-to-leave-quins/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/after-18-years-evans-is-to-leave-quins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France battle past Ireland to close gap to leaders England]]></title><description><![CDATA[France remain on track for a Grand Slam showdown with England after battling past Ireland 26-7 in Clermont in the Women's Six Nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-battle-past-ireland-to-close-gap-to-leaders-england/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-battle-past-ireland-to-close-gap-to-leaders-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Italy earn first Six Nations win with victory over Scotland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Italy pick up their first win of this year's Women's Six Nations tournament with a 41-14 victory against Scotland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/italy-earn-first-six-nations-win-with-victory-over-scotland/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/italy-earn-first-six-nations-win-with-victory-over-scotland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France beat Ireland as wait for revenge goes on]]></title><description><![CDATA[France remain on track for a Grand Slam showdown with England as they battle past Ireland 26-7 in a breathless Six Nations game in Clermont.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-beat-ireland-as-wait-for-revenge-goes-on/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:10:00 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still plenty to work on if they are to close the gap on the world's best teams.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lynn-praises-wales-never-say-die-spirit-against-worlds-best/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 21:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lynn-praises-wales-never-say-die-spirit-against-worlds-best/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Munster secure convincing win over youthful Ulster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Munster seal a comprehensive 41-14 win over Ulster in the United Rugby Championship game between the teams in Limerick.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/munster-secure-convincing-win-over-youthful-ulster/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/munster-secure-convincing-win-over-youthful-ulster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints hold on against Trinity to go joint 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+0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/connacht-play-off-hopes-dealt-blow-with-lions-loss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England sweep aside Wales to continue dominant run]]></title><description><![CDATA[England run in 10 tries as they continue their Women's Six Nations title defence with a 62-24 victory over Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-sweep-aside-wales-to-continue-dominant-run/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-sweep-aside-wales-to-continue-dominant-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England run riot against Wales to maintain 100% record]]></title><description><![CDATA[England run in 10 tries on their way to a dominant 62-24 win over Wales at Ashton Gate, to extend their lead at the top of the Women's Six Nations table to five 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first-ever appearance for the Red Roses with a try to give England a 12-0 lead over Wales in the 2026 Women's Six Nations at Ashton Gate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/one-to-remember-debutant-david-scores-to-extend-england-lead/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/one-to-remember-debutant-david-scores-to-extend-england-lead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull FC romp to big win at Castleford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Hull FC score nine tries to beat Castleford Tigers 50-10 in their first game since the departure of head coach John Cartwright.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-fc-romp-to-big-win-at-castleford/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-fc-romp-to-big-win-at-castleford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hall scores twice as Leeds thrash Catalans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as former England wing Ryan Hall scores twice as Super League leaders Leeds Rhinos thrash Catalans Dragons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hall-scores-twice-as-leeds-thrash-catalans/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hall-scores-twice-as-leeds-thrash-catalans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lam criticises pitch as Bristol count injury cost]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol Bears lose a number of players to injury after beating Newcastle Red Bulls on the artificial pitch a Kingston Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lam-criticises-pitch-as-bristol-count-injury-cost/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lam-criticises-pitch-as-bristol-count-injury-cost/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh fire, England captain - how Meg Jones became a dual-nation icon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swapping Welsh roots for the England captaincy could be enough to turn a nation against you. But Meg Jones is different.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/welsh-fire-england-captain-how-meg-jones-became-a-dual-nation-icon/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/welsh-fire-england-captain-how-meg-jones-became-a-dual-nation-icon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nine-try Hull FC give Last a winning start at Cas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andy Last begins his temporary reign as Hull FC coach with a dominant nine-try thrashing of Castleford Tigers at OneBore Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nine-try-hull-fc-give-last-a-winning-start-at-cas/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nine-try-hull-fc-give-last-a-winning-start-at-cas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leeds stay top with eight-try win over Catalans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leeds Rhinos stay top of Super League as they run in eight tries to steamroller Catalans Dragons at Headingley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leeds-stay-top-with-eight-try-win-over-catalans/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leeds-stay-top-with-eight-try-win-over-catalans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wire beat Wigan to keep pace with leaders Leeds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington stay in touch with Super League leaders Leeds by beating Wigan - who have now lost four successive league matches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wire-beat-wigan-to-keep-pace-with-leaders-leeds/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wire-beat-wigan-to-keep-pace-with-leaders-leeds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bristol go fourth with big win at Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol Bears run in eight tries to move back into The Prem's top four with a 52-19 win at Newcastle Red Bulls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bristol-go-fourth-with-big-win-at-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bristol-go-fourth-with-big-win-at-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dragons beat Zebre for first away URC win in four years]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Richards scores a last-minute try as Dragons beat Zebre in Parma to end their United Rugby Championship away drought.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dragons-beat-zebre-for-first-away-urc-win-in-four-years/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dragons-beat-zebre-for-first-away-urc-win-in-four-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five-try Edinburgh win ends Sharks' play-off hopes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Edinburgh come from behind three times to inflict a defeat that ends Sharks' outside hopes of reaching the United Rugby Championship play-offs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/five-try-edinburgh-win-ends-sharks-play-off-hopes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/five-try-edinburgh-win-ends-sharks-play-off-hopes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardiff beat Ospreys to improve URC play-off hopes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cardiff improve their United Rugby Championship play-off hopes with victory in the Welsh derby against Ospreys at the Arms Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-beat-ospreys-to-improve-urc-play-off-hopes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-beat-ospreys-to-improve-urc-play-off-hopes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England captain Williams to have neck surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Injured Warrington and England captain George Williams says he is "racing against the clock" to return to action before the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-captain-williams-to-have-neck-surgery/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/england-captain-williams-to-have-neck-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Confident Ireland chase historic win in France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland hope to shake up the established Women's Six Nations order with a historic first away win over France in Clermont on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/confident-ireland-chase-historic-win-in-france/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/confident-ireland-chase-historic-win-in-france/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[London Marathon is 'my Everest' - Hampson]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than two decades after a life-changing injury, former England Under-21 rugby star Matt Hampson is tackling his "Everest" at the 2026 London Marathon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/london-marathon-is-my-everest-hampson/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/london-marathon-is-my-everest-hampson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[York earn comfortable victory over Toulouse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as York Knights earn a comfortable Super League win over Toulouse Olympique to end a five-game losing run.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/york-earn-comfortable-victory-over-toulouse/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/york-earn-comfortable-victory-over-toulouse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leigh beat Huddersfield for fourth win of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Leigh Leopards earn a fourth win of the season as they ease to a Super League win over Huddersfield Giants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leigh-beat-huddersfield-for-fourth-win-of-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leigh-beat-huddersfield-for-fourth-win-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lewis Moody reveals tearful chat with children after his MND diagnosis &ndash; 'The worst bit']]></title><description><![CDATA[Rugby hero Lewis Moody received life-changing news in September.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lewis-moody-reveals-tearful-chat-with-children-after-his-mnd-diagnosis-ndash-the-worst-bit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lewis-moody-reveals-tearful-chat-with-children-after-his-mnd-diagnosis-ndash-the-worst-bit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull FC prop Lisone out injured for up to 18 weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super League side Hull FC and new interim head coach Andy Last are hit by the loss of Sam Lisone to injury for up to 18 weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-fc-prop-lisone-out-injured-for-up-to-18-weeks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hull-fc-prop-lisone-out-injured-for-up-to-18-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Women's Six Nations is faster and smarter - but is it better?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The women's Six Nations has evolved with coaches and players working harder and playing smarter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-womens-six-nations-is-faster-and-smarter-but-is-it-better/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/the-womens-six-nations-is-faster-and-smarter-but-is-it-better/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Rugby Paper Roundup: Red Roses roll on! 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Giants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/charnley-double-helps-leigh-ease-to-win-over-giants/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/charnley-double-helps-leigh-ease-to-win-over-giants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warrington's Thewlis signs new four-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington Wolves' Josh Thewlis extends his contract through to the end of the 2030 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/warringtons-thewlis-signs-new-four-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/warringtons-thewlis-signs-new-four-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New England boss McDermott offers route back for Connor]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's new head coach Brian McDermott offers Man of Steel Jake Connor a path back into the squad for this autumn's Rugby League World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-england-boss-mcdermott-offers-route-back-for-connor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-england-boss-mcdermott-offers-route-back-for-connor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sam Prendergast makes his Leinster fly-half case harder to ignore after MOTM display against Ulster]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Irish rugby, no role comes with more pressure and criticism than the role of the fly-half.The post Sam Prendergast makes his Leinster fly-half case harder to ignore after MOTM display against Ulster appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sam-prendergast-makes-his-leinster-fly-half-case-harder-to-ignore-after-motm-display-against-ulster/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sam-prendergast-makes-his-leinster-fly-half-case-harder-to-ignore-after-motm-display-against-ulster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McGhie starts as Scots make five changes for Italy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scotland make five changes to the side who were overwhelmed by England for their Women's Six Nations trip to face Italy on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mcghie-starts-as-scots-make-five-changes-for-italy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mcghie-starts-as-scots-make-five-changes-for-italy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joyce set for Wales comeback after birth of son]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alisha Joyce is on the bench for Wales to face England just five months after giving birth to her son Ralphie.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/joyce-set-for-wales-comeback-after-birth-of-son/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/joyce-set-for-wales-comeback-after-birth-of-son/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dowson plays down Bath rivalry ahead of re-match]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phil Dowson plays down talk of a growing rivalry with Bath ahead of their third meeting of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dowson-plays-down-bath-rivalry-ahead-of-re-match/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dowson-plays-down-bath-rivalry-ahead-of-re-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ireland make one change for France game in Clermont]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland head coach Scott Bemand makes one change to his starting XV for Saturday's Women's Six Nations trip to France.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-make-one-change-for-france-game-in-clermont/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ireland-make-one-change-for-france-game-in-clermont/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morgan leads from front in emotional tribute to cousin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales captain Jac Morgan praised for his "tremendous" man-of-the-match performance for Ospreys just days after the death of his cousin and "best friend".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/morgan-leads-from-front-in-emotional-tribute-to-cousin/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/morgan-leads-from-front-in-emotional-tribute-to-cousin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leadership, injury and pet peeves - the making of Ireland's King]]></title><description><![CDATA[From a career-threatening knee injury to Ireland captain in the space of a year, it has been a whirlwind 12 months for Erin King.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leadership-injury-and-pet-peeves-the-making-of-irelands-king/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leadership-injury-and-pet-peeves-the-making-of-irelands-king/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moody announces 500-mile MND ride with World Cup-winning team-mates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England captain Lewis Moody, who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease last year, announces a cycling challenge to raise money.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/moody-announces-500-mile-mnd-ride-with-world-cup-winning-team-mates/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/moody-announces-500-mile-mnd-ride-with-world-cup-winning-team-mates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England's Matthews extends Gloucester-Hartpury deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[England vice-captain Alex Matthews has won three titles during her time at Gloucester-Hartpury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/englands-matthews-extends-gloucester-hartpury-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/englands-matthews-extends-gloucester-hartpury-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wing David to make England debut against Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol Bears wing Millie David will win her first England cap against Wales on Saturday as the Red Roses shake up selection once more in the Women's Six Nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wing-david-to-make-england-debut-against-wales/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wing-david-to-make-england-debut-against-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lewis to captain Wales with Cox and Williams out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bethan Lewis will lead Wales against England in the Women's Six Nations with fellow back rower Kate Williams ruled out through injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lewis-to-captain-wales-with-cox-and-williams-out/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lewis-to-captain-wales-with-cox-and-williams-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marginal moments can cost Wire results - Burgess]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warrington Wolves boss Sam Burgess says marginal moments can cost games after their defeat at Catalans lost them a chance to regain top spot in Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/marginal-moments-can-cost-wire-results-burgess/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/marginal-moments-can-cost-wire-results-burgess/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Bulls' Harrison Obatoyinbo extends contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle Red Bulls wing Harrison Obatoyinbo signs a new one-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/red-bulls-harrison-obatoyinbo-extends-contract/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/red-bulls-harrison-obatoyinbo-extends-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huddersfield Giants winger Halsall sidelined with injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Huddersfield Giants winger Sam Halsall is ruled out for up to four months with a partial tear of his Achilles tendon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/huddersfield-giants-winger-halsall-sidelined-with-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/huddersfield-giants-winger-halsall-sidelined-with-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Until we have that perfect game, no-one will be happy']]></title><description><![CDATA[Prop Sarah Bern says England are motivated by the pursuit of perfection, as the Red Roses continue to dominate the women's game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/until-we-have-that-perfect-game-no-one-will-be-happy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/until-we-have-that-perfect-game-no-one-will-be-happy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardiff takeover deal with Ospreys owners collapses]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Welsh Rugby Union says negotiations with the owners of Ospreys to also buy Cardiff have fallen through.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-takeover-deal-with-ospreys-owners-collapses/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-takeover-deal-with-ospreys-owners-collapses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leigh appoint Henderson as director of rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leigh Leopards appoint former London Broncos head coach Andrew Henderson as director of rugby.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leigh-appoint-henderson-as-director-of-rugby/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leigh-appoint-henderson-as-director-of-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Classic rom-com with Andie MacDowell and Hugh Grant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the course of five social occasions, a committed bachelor may have discovered love.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/classic-rom-com-with-andie-macdowell-and-hugh-grant/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/classic-rom-com-with-andie-macdowell-and-hugh-grant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Super Rugby Americas – Round Eight summary: Pampas extend lead as Selknam surge and Capibaras edge thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[In round eight of the 2026 Super Rugby Americas, league leaders Pampas were made to work by Yacare but nevertheless managed to strengthen their grip on the tournament with a 31-14 victory in Buenos Aires.The post 2026 Super Rugby Americas &ndash; Round Eight summary: Pampas extend lead as Selknam surge and Capibaras edge thriller appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/2026-super-rugby-americas-round-eight-summary-pampas-extend-lead-as-selknam-surge-and-capibaras-edge-thriller/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/2026-super-rugby-americas-round-eight-summary-pampas-extend-lead-as-selknam-surge-and-capibaras-edge-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bulls' Marsters out for season with Achilles injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bradford Bulls centre Esan Marsters will miss the rest of the season with an Achilles injury, boss Kurt Haggerty says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bulls-marsters-out-for-season-with-achilles-injury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bulls-marsters-out-for-season-with-achilles-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RFL appoints RL Commercial's Jones interim CEO]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Rugby Football League appoints Rhodri Jones interim chief executive as it continues the process of finding a permanent CEO.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rfl-appoints-rl-commercials-jones-interim-ceo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rfl-appoints-rl-commercials-jones-interim-ceo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tomkins and Deacon join Gloucester among coaching changes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester coach Brett Deacon and former Catalans Dragons head coach Joel Tomkins join Gloucester's staff for 2026-27, as Trevor Woodman leaves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tomkins-and-deacon-join-gloucester-among-coaching-changes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tomkins-and-deacon-join-gloucester-among-coaching-changes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Full-back Pater signs new Northampton deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints' England Under-20s full-back James Pater signs a new contract with the Prem leaders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/full-back-pater-signs-new-northampton-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/full-back-pater-signs-new-northampton-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dad's poor geography leads to De Vera's Wales debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Debutant Jenna De Vera reveals how a misunderstanding led to her Filipino parents settling in west Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dads-poor-geography-leads-to-de-veras-wales-debut/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dads-poor-geography-leads-to-de-veras-wales-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rugby Union Weekly:  Mismatches and Matchmakers]]></title><description><![CDATA[We saw 54 Prem tries at the weekend, but why so many blowouts? Danny, Ugo &amp; Chris discuss]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-union-weekly-mismatches-and-matchmakers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rugby-union-weekly-mismatches-and-matchmakers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five-starboy Caluori, Saints day in the sun and a tunnel tussle - Prem talking points]]></title><description><![CDATA[A high-scoring, if lop-sided round of Prem fixtures included a thriller at Sandy Park and Saracens-inflicted pain for Sale.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/five-starboy-caluori-saints-day-in-the-sun-and-a-tunnel-tussle-prem-talking-points/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/five-starboy-caluori-saints-day-in-the-sun-and-a-tunnel-tussle-prem-talking-points/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Castleford claim first win at Wigan since 2017]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Castleford Tigers win at Wigan Warriors in Super League for the first time since September 2017.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-claim-first-win-at-wigan-since-2017/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-claim-first-win-at-wigan-since-2017/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton delighted by Litchfield's progress]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's Fraser Dingwall hails Northampton centre partner Tom Litchfield's advance as a big plus for the club this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/northampton-delighted-by-litchfields-progress/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/northampton-delighted-by-litchfields-progress/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caluori-led rampant Saracens annihilate sorry Sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saracens score 13 tries to annihilate Sale Sharks in the Prem, with winger Noah Caluori grabbing five of his own.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/caluori-led-rampant-saracens-annihilate-sorry-sale/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/caluori-led-rampant-saracens-annihilate-sorry-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Castleford stun Wigan to move off bottom of table]]></title><description><![CDATA[Castleford lift themselves off the bottom of Super League in style as they put in one of the performances of the season to beat Wigan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-stun-wigan-to-move-off-bottom-of-table/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/castleford-stun-wigan-to-move-off-bottom-of-table/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charming family favourite featuring the iconic Minions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Delighting in all things wicked, supervillain Gru hatches a plot to steal the moon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/charming-family-favourite-featuring-the-iconic-minions/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/charming-family-favourite-featuring-the-iconic-minions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wakefield go second with thumping win over Bradford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Wakefield Trinity move second in Super League courtesy of a thumping win over Bradford Bulls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wakefield-go-second-with-thumping-win-over-bradford/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wakefield-go-second-with-thumping-win-over-bradford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Catalans beat Warrington after Dodd hat-trick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch highlights as Catalans Dragons hit back to beat Warrington Wolves in Super League courtesy of Lewis Dodd's hat-trick.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/catalans-beat-warrington-after-dodd-hat-trick/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/catalans-beat-warrington-after-dodd-hat-trick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bournemouth owners close to Exeter Chiefs takeover]]></title><description><![CDATA[The billionaire owners of Premier League side Bournemouth are closing in on a takeover of Exeter Chiefs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bournemouth-owners-close-to-exeter-chiefs-takeover/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bournemouth-owners-close-to-exeter-chiefs-takeover/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spectre of England looms large for Wales in Six Nations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wales next face the daunting prospect of reigning champions England in Bristol after a seventh straight loss in the Six Nations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/spectre-of-england-looms-large-for-wales-in-six-nations/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 06:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/spectre-of-england-looms-large-for-wales-in-six-nations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Roses show no mercy in rampant Women’s Six Nations victory over Scotland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Captain Meg Jones saluted England&rsquo;s adaptability after the Red Roses shrugged off disruption to deliver a record-breaking 84-7 victory at Murrayfield to continue their perfect start to the 2026 Women&rsquo;s Six Nations.<br />
The post Red Roses show no mercy in rampant Women&rsquo;s Six Nations victory over Scotland appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/red-roses-show-no-mercy-in-rampant-womens-six-nations-victory-over-scotland/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/red-roses-show-no-mercy-in-rampant-womens-six-nations-victory-over-scotland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fin Smith steals it for Northampton Saints to remain top of the Prem]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints hold a one-point lead over Bath at the top of the Premiership table after both teams won yesterday.<br />
The post Fin Smith steals it for Northampton Saints to remain top of the Prem appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/fin-smith-steals-it-for-northampton-saints-to-remain-top-of-the-prem/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/fin-smith-steals-it-for-northampton-saints-to-remain-top-of-the-prem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland 7-84 England: Ruthless Red Roses go on the rampage]]></title><description><![CDATA[England shrugged off their shortage of locks to deliver a ruthless display at Murrayfield, securing a record victory over Scotland in front of the biggest crowd ever for a women&rsquo;s sporting event in the country.<br />
The post Scotland 7-84 England: Ruthless Red Roses go on the rampage appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotland-7-84-england-ruthless-red-roses-go-on-the-rampage/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotland-7-84-england-ruthless-red-roses-go-on-the-rampage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jack van Poortvliet: England are going in the right direction after Paris performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jack van Poortvliet believes the way England finished their 2026 Six Nations campaign in France is their template going forward.<br />
The post Jack van Poortvliet: England are going in the right direction after Paris performance appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jack-van-poortvliet-england-are-going-in-the-right-direction-after-paris-performance/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jack-van-poortvliet-england-are-going-in-the-right-direction-after-paris-performance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeremy Guscott: Courtney Lawes can be a force at the next World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Courtney Lawes&rsquo; decision to return to the Premiership to join Sale Sharks next season was not one that most people saw coming, because all things appeared to be good in France, following his decision to move to Brive with his family.<br />
The post Jeremy Guscott: Courtney Lawes can be a force at the next World Cup appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-courtney-lawes-can-be-a-force-at-the-next-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jeremy-guscott-courtney-lawes-can-be-a-force-at-the-next-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale Sharks boss Alex Sanderson tips Courtney Lawes to make 2027 Rugby World Cup for England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sale Sharks director of rugby Alex Sanderson is confident Courtney Lawes can force his way back into the England squad and be a big hit at the 2027 World Cup in Australia.<br />
The post Sale Sharks boss Alex Sanderson tips Courtney Lawes to make 2027 Rugby World Cup for England appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sale-sharks-boss-alex-sanderson-tips-courtney-lawes-to-make-2027-rugby-world-cup-for-england/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sale-sharks-boss-alex-sanderson-tips-courtney-lawes-to-make-2027-rugby-world-cup-for-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Jackson: Bordeaux stars will take some beating, warns ex Bath prop Duncan Bell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Now that they are heading back to Bordeaux for the first time since winning the Heineken Cup there in 1998, Bath must somehow coerce history into repeating itself as never before.<br />
The post Peter Jackson: Bordeaux stars will take some beating, warns ex Bath prop Duncan Bell appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-bordeaux-stars-will-take-some-beating-warns-ex-bath-prop-duncan-bell/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/peter-jackson-bordeaux-stars-will-take-some-beating-warns-ex-bath-prop-duncan-bell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Rees: Wales go in search of a path back to the summit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Rees sees signs of a better tomorrow for the men in red as debate continues about what happens next.<br />
The post Paul Rees: Wales go in search of a path back to the summit appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-wales-go-in-search-of-a-path-back-to-the-summit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/paul-rees-wales-go-in-search-of-a-path-back-to-the-summit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Cain: Bill Sweeney’s presiding over a house divided]]></title><description><![CDATA[Getting administrative wires in a tangle seems to have been an RFU default position during Bill Sweeney&rsquo;s six-year tenure as chief executive.<br />
The post Nick Cain: Bill Sweeney&rsquo;s presiding over a house divided appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-bill-sweeneys-presiding-over-a-house-divided/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-bill-sweeneys-presiding-over-a-house-divided/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jason Gilmore: Retired Harlequins lock Joe Launchbury could be a top coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harlequins chief Jason Gilmore expects Joe Launchbury to become a successful coach after the second row last week called time on his 16-year career.<br />
The post Jason Gilmore: Retired Harlequins lock Joe Launchbury could be a top coach appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jason-gilmore-retired-harlequins-lock-joe-launchbury-could-be-a-top-coach/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/jason-gilmore-retired-harlequins-lock-joe-launchbury-could-be-a-top-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Hewett: An epic drama? No, just drowning in tries]]></title><description><![CDATA[A quarter-final classic&rdquo;, proclaimed the BBC. Hyperbole? Quite the opposite. As the avalanche of superlatives triggered by Bath&rsquo;s victory over Northampton Saints in the last eight of the Champions Cup ranged from &ldquo;stunning&rdquo;, &ldquo;spellbinding&rdquo; and &ldquo;epic&rdquo; to &ldquo;one of the greatest games in European history&rdquo;, the corporation&rsquo;s treatment of a story that apparently had everything except sex, murder and the first human steps on Mars was a mo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chris-hewett-an-epic-drama-no-just-drowning-in-tries/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chris-hewett-an-epic-drama-no-just-drowning-in-tries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chinnor gunning for a top six spot in the Champ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Second row forward Conor-Terrah Brockschmidt believes Chinnor&rsquo;s rise from relegation battlers to top-six contenders has been built on adapting to the realities of Champ Rugby, and embracing them.<br />
The post Chinnor gunning for a top six spot in the Champ appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chinnor-gunning-for-a-top-six-spot-in-the-champ/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chinnor-gunning-for-a-top-six-spot-in-the-champ/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brendan Gallagher: VIP treatment with Big Gav and Campo]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Hong Kong Sevens is 50 years old this weekend which is a sobering thought, probably the first time in recorded history the words sober and Hong Kong sevens have been written in the same sentence. Another first for the Rugby Matters column.<br />
The post Brendan Gallagher: VIP treatment with Big Gav and Campo appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brendan-gallagher-vip-treatment-with-big-gav-and-campo/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/brendan-gallagher-vip-treatment-with-big-gav-and-campo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blackheath’s Billy Harding is writing his own history after testing his harbouring skill]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blackheath hooker Billy Harding admits the moment he broke the National One try-scoring record is still a blur after crossing for his 43rd of a remarkable campaign.<br />
The post Blackheath&rsquo;s Billy Harding is writing his own history after testing his harbouring skill appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/blackheaths-billy-harding-is-writing-his-own-history-after-testing-his-harbouring-skill/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/blackheaths-billy-harding-is-writing-his-own-history-after-testing-his-harbouring-skill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wales have no answer to French power show]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By RACHEL EVANS Wales ................... 7pts Tries: Penalty 15 France................38pts Tries: Fall Raclot 22, Feleu 46, Murie 54, Bourdon-Sansus 59, Grando 70, 78 Conversions: Arbez 23, 47, 59; Queyroi 71 FRANCE maintained their Grand Slam charge with a 10th successive win over Wales, pulling away with a dominant second-half display in Cardiff. Victory keeps France [&hellip;]<br />
The post Wales have no answer to French power show appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-have-no-answer-to-french-power-show/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/wales-have-no-answer-to-french-power-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US backer eyes Chiefs]]></title><description><![CDATA[EXETER Chiefs have finalised a proposed takeover by an American backer and will now put the offer to a vote by their 700 members in a special general meeting early next month. Exeter&rsquo;s latest accounts showed more than &pound;10m in post-tax losses and chairman Tony Rowe, who has been key to funding the club over [&hellip;]<br />
The post US backer eyes Chiefs appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/us-backer-eyes-chiefs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/us-backer-eyes-chiefs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tries galore as ruthless Cov tune up for Pirates]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By PAUL SMITH Coventry ...........77pts Tries: Ferrie 13, 63; Maunder 17, Bavadra 30, 45; Strong 39, 79; Reeves 48, 71; Green 52, Nayalo 57 Conversions: Mathews 13, 17, 30, 39, 45, 48, 52, 57, 63, 71, 79 Caldy ..................14pts Tries: Stewart 26, penalty 37 Conversion: Threlfall 26 TWO scores apiece from Allan Ferrie, Morgan Strong, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Tries galore as ruthless Cov tune up for Pirates appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tries-galore-as-ruthless-cov-tune-up-for-pirates/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tries-galore-as-ruthless-cov-tune-up-for-pirates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tighter grip holds Titans spot at top]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By TOM MARKHAM Sedgley Park .......... 7 Rotherham T .........68 ROTHERHAM TITANS tightened their grip on the table&rsquo;s top spot with a ruthless demolition of now-relegated Sedgley Park, underlining their title credentials with one round remaining. The league leaders were in no mood for slip-ups and quickly imposed themselves, after Sedgley struck first through Beltus [&hellip;]<br />
The post Tighter grip holds Titans spot at top appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tighter-grip-holds-titans-spot-at-top/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tighter-grip-holds-titans-spot-at-top/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Support for Red Roses was superb]]></title><description><![CDATA[HOW marvellous that the Red Roses could attract more than 77,000 fans to Twickenham last week for their win against Ireland. I must admit I&rsquo;m quite a late convert to the women&rsquo;s game but in the last few years I&rsquo;ve been thoroughly impressed by the skills on show. It reminds me of how the men&rsquo;s [&hellip;]<br />
The post Support for Red Roses was superb appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/support-for-red-roses-was-superb/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/support-for-red-roses-was-superb/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stormers stunned by feisty Connacht]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By BRIAN KELLY Stormers ........ 24 Connacht .........33 CONNACHT clinched a thriller in Cape Town with three tries in the final 16 minutes to stun Stormers and boost their play-off hopes. Stuart Lancaster&rsquo;s side bounced back from their elimination from the European Challenge Cup at the hands of Montpellier to make it six URC wins [&hellip;]<br />
The post Stormers stunned by feisty Connacht appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/stormers-stunned-by-feisty-connacht/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/stormers-stunned-by-feisty-connacht/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slade shows his worth]]></title><description><![CDATA[HENRY Slade proved once again last week what a top player he is for Exeter in their win against Benetton. He&rsquo;s been missed in the England midfield and after reading his comments last week, is clearly hungry to regain his position. His versatility to be able to play across the midfield, not to mention experience [&hellip;]<br />
The post Slade shows his worth appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/slade-shows-his-worth/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/slade-shows-his-worth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seven-up! Ealing keep Pirates at bay keep Pirates at bay]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By HENRY OLLIS-BROWN Ealing T .............41pts Tries: Cousins 4, 76; Collins 60, Oliver 64, Lonsdale 68, Willemse 70, Bridge 80 Conversions: Scannell 46; Worboys 76, 80 C Pirates ...........26pts Tries: Nelson 25, Pritchard 52, Ascherl 74, Ward 79 Conversions: Robson 25; Worboys 74, 79 EALING Trailfinders extended their lead at the top with a seven-try [&hellip;]<br />
The post Seven-up! Ealing keep Pirates at bay keep Pirates at bay appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/seven-up-ealing-keep-pirates-at-bay-keep-pirates-at-bay/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/seven-up-ealing-keep-pirates-at-bay-keep-pirates-at-bay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seva Kava keeps calm to carry Storftord]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Rob Walker Bishop&rsquo;s S ...............37 Tonbridge J ...........24 Seve Kava grabbed a brace of tries to help his Bishop&rsquo;s Stortford side to victory over Tonbridge Juddians. TJs started the game but were soon caught offside at a ruck. Further errors by both sides followed, a spell ended when Asa Stewart-Harris scored. The game was [&hellip;]<br />
The post Seva Kava keeps calm to carry Storftord appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/seva-kava-keeps-calm-to-carry-storftord/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/seva-kava-keeps-calm-to-carry-storftord/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Season’s still in our hands – Baxter]]></title><description><![CDATA[EXETER Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter insisted his side&rsquo;s Premiership fate remains firmly in their own hands despite this heartbreaking home defeat to leaders Northampton. Baxter said: &ldquo;The lads are walking around looking despondent, but we are still in fourth place, and if we keep winning we will stay in the top four. &ldquo;The [&hellip;]<br />
The post Season&rsquo;s still in our hands &ndash; Baxter appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/seasons-still-in-our-hands-baxter/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/seasons-still-in-our-hands-baxter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scarlets 24-28 Cardiff: Javar Sebastian late show stuns Dwayne Peel’s side]]></title><description><![CDATA[Javar Sebastian was the unlikely hero as Cardiff staged a remarkable comeback against Scarlets to keep their hopes alive of a play-off spot.<br />
The post Scarlets 24-28 Cardiff: Javar Sebastian late show stuns Dwayne Peel&rsquo;s side appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scarlets-24-28-cardiff-javar-sebastian-late-show-stuns-dwayne-peels-side/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scarlets-24-28-cardiff-javar-sebastian-late-show-stuns-dwayne-peels-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale Sharks vs Saracens: Olly Hartley urges Sarries to make a statement against Sharks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Olly Hartley is under no illusions about the significance of Saracens&rsquo; return to Prem action today against Sale Sharks.<br />
The post Sale Sharks vs Saracens: Olly Hartley urges Sarries to make a statement against Sharks appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sale-sharks-vs-saracens-olly-hartley-urges-sarries-to-make-a-statement-against-sharks/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sale-sharks-vs-saracens-olly-hartley-urges-sarries-to-make-a-statement-against-sharks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale FC 29-26 Plymouth Albion: Electric Mark Dixon brings the second spark for the Dogs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mark Dixon hit a second-half double to spur Sale FC to an impressive win over Plymouth Albion, who were eluded by a crucial winner.<br />
The post Sale FC 29-26 Plymouth Albion: Electric Mark Dixon brings the second spark for the Dogs appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sale-fc-29-26-plymouth-albion-electric-mark-dixon-brings-the-second-spark-for-the-dogs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sale-fc-29-26-plymouth-albion-electric-mark-dixon-brings-the-second-spark-for-the-dogs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rams fall but Park break new ground]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By RICHARD ASHTON Rams ........................ 19 Rosslyn Park .........36 ROSSLYN Park secured a historic maiden victory at the Rams. The Londoners had lost on their previous five trips to Berkshire, but made a dream start as the prolific Luke Mehson collected his own grubber kick to dive in inside a minute. Rams hit back, though, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Rams fall but Park break new ground appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rams-fall-but-park-break-new-ground/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rams-fall-but-park-break-new-ground/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys hold their nerve to keep the pressure up]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By JOHN CLEMENCE Ospreys .............21pts Tries: Edwards 11, J Morgan 33, Phillips 55 Conversions: Edwards 12, 33, 55 Sharks ...............17pts Tries: Buthelezi 19, 69; Hooker 40 Conversion: Smith 40 Scarlets responded with ably ragged and continual-on a loose ball to open the scoring through Dan Edwards, who also added the extras, before Jac Morgan finished [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ospreys hold their nerve to keep the pressure up appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-hold-their-nerve-to-keep-the-pressure-up/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-hold-their-nerve-to-keep-the-pressure-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nick Cain: When it comes to self-harm, rugby union’s in a league of its own]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anyone in doubt about the magical properties promotion-relegation can have in galvanising a sport need look no further than the sensational battle between York City and Rochdale to become champions of the National League, the fifth tier of English football.<br />
The post Nick Cain: When it comes to self-harm, rugby union&rsquo;s in a league of its own appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-when-it-comes-to-self-harm-rugby-unions-in-a-league-of-its-own/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nick-cain-when-it-comes-to-self-harm-rugby-unions-in-a-league-of-its-own/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Munster stay cool to down Benetton]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By PHIL RILEY Benetton ........ 10 Munster ......... 43 MUNSTER kept their play-off push on track with a ruthless victory at Stadio Monigo, running in seven tries. With momentum building at a crucial stage of the campaign, this performance highlighted both their attacking depth and growing confidence heading into the final rounds. The visitors set [&hellip;]<br />
The post Munster stay cool to down Benetton appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/munster-stay-cool-to-down-benetton/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/munster-stay-cool-to-down-benetton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More late drama sees Bennett lift Clifton’s saddle]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By ROGER OPIE Clifton ......................42 B Moseley ..............36 JACK BENNETT&rsquo;s late try saw Clifton claim a nail-biting victory from under the noses of visitors Birmingham Moseley. A simply bruising encounter provided drama throughout, with late penalty-try was answered back by Bennett, who stormed through a startled defence to touch down under the posts, with Tom [&hellip;]<br />
The post More late drama sees Bennett lift Clifton&rsquo;s saddle appeared first on The Rugby Paper]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/more-late-drama-sees-bennett-lift-cliftons-saddle/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/more-late-drama-sees-bennett-lift-cliftons-saddle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moana Pasifika to be axed]]></title><description><![CDATA[SUPER Rugby Pacific outfit Moana Pasifika is leaving the competition due to ongoing financial pressures and the inability to sustainably fund the franchise beyond the 2026 season. Since joining the competition in 2022 alongside Fijian Drua, Moana Pasifika has relied on government grants and World Rugby funding. The Pasifika Medical Association Group acquired majority ownership [&hellip;]<br />
The post Moana Pasifika to be axed appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/moana-pasifika-to-be-axed/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/moana-pasifika-to-be-axed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mitchell’s right to bring in Sing at 15]]></title><description><![CDATA[It took a show of bravery from Mitchell to implement this change, and it will require patience to nurture it. JOHN Mitchell knows his Red Roses squad better than anyone and I am pleased to see he changed tactic this week by playing both Emma Sing and Ellie Kildunne in his starting lineup to face [&hellip;]<br />
The post Mitchell&rsquo;s right to bring in Sing at 15 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mitchells-right-to-bring-in-sing-at-15/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/mitchells-right-to-bring-in-sing-at-15/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leinster quell Ulster revival]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By GEORGE LAWRENCE Leinster ...........29 Ulster ..............21 LEINSTER climbed to third in the table after holding off a spirited Ulster comeback to secure a bonus-point victory in Belfast. Leo Cullen&rsquo;s side looked in complete control leading 29-0 early in the second half but Ulster fought back late on, narrowly missing out on a losing bonus [&hellip;]<br />
The post Leinster quell Ulster revival appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-quell-ulster-revival/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leinster-quell-ulster-revival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers 62-3 Newcastle Red Bulls: Gabriel Hamer-Webb puts on a five-star show]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers wing Gabriel Hamer-Webb raced in for five tries against Newcastle Red Bulls on a memorable afternoon for the much-travelled player who started his career at Bath.<br />
The post Leicester Tigers 62-3 Newcastle Red Bulls: Gabriel Hamer-Webb puts on a five-star show appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicester-tigers-62-3-newcastle-red-bulls-gabriel-hamer-webb-puts-on-a-five-star-show/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/leicester-tigers-62-3-newcastle-red-bulls-gabriel-hamer-webb-puts-on-a-five-star-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lam: We looked more like ourselves]]></title><description><![CDATA[BRISTOL Bears director of rugby Pat Lam was glad to achieve the objective to keep alive their play-off hopes. He said: &ldquo;That was the outcome we wanted &ndash; five points and giving away nothing. But the process of what we did today was the product of what we&rsquo;ve been working on in the past two [&hellip;]<br />
The post Lam: We looked more like ourselves appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lam-we-looked-more-like-ourselves/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lam-we-looked-more-like-ourselves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kerr flies in to lift up dominant Doncaster]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By GEORGE WELLBELOVE Doncaster ........ 34p ts Tries: Chapman 26, Kerr 32, 50, 56; Veainu 48, Dolly 66 Conversions: Dolly 27, 68 Try: Staples 21 L Scottish ........... 5pts A BRILLIANT display from winger Zach Kerr helped Doncaster Knights to a dominating victory over an injury-stricken London Scottish side. The Donny flyer scored a hat-trick [&hellip;]<br />
The post Kerr flies in to lift up dominant Doncaster appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/kerr-flies-in-to-lift-up-dominant-doncaster/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/kerr-flies-in-to-lift-up-dominant-doncaster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s time to limit all this ‘trench warfare’]]></title><description><![CDATA[LIKE many fans, we have recently enjoyed a thrilling men&rsquo;s Six Nations Championship. What a great advert for the modern game this and other recent tournaments have been. However, we remain very dissatisfied by several aspects of the modern game. The most irritating and potentially dangerous confrontation is what might be called trench warfare on [&hellip;]<br />
The post It&rsquo;s time to limit all this &lsquo;trench warfare&rsquo; appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/its-time-to-limit-all-this-trench-warfare/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/its-time-to-limit-all-this-trench-warfare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Islands in the sun are left to suffer]]></title><description><![CDATA[THE sorry collapse of the Super Rugby franchise Moana Pasifika &ndash; entirely predictable, but no less depressing for that &ndash; is enough to make a parson swear. Will the people who run the union game ever create the conditions under which its player-rich, cash-poor South Seas wing might make a proper go of it? Don&rsquo;t [&hellip;]<br />
The post Islands in the sun are left to suffer appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/islands-in-the-sun-are-left-to-suffer/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/islands-in-the-sun-are-left-to-suffer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I should have had six, says winger]]></title><description><![CDATA[GABRIEL Hamer-Webb might have scored five tries but he still got stick afterwards for missing out on a sixth. &ldquo;I&rsquo;m going to have nightmares about that one,&rdquo; he said afterwards about how he put a foot in touch when catching a kick to the corner. However, overall it was an outstanding display for the 25-year [&hellip;]<br />
The post I should have had six, says winger appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/i-should-have-had-six-says-winger/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/i-should-have-had-six-says-winger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotshot Scott kills off Zebre]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By SAM JACKSON Edinburgh ......31 Zebre ................30 REPLACEMENT prop Boan Venter&rsquo;s late try, converted by Cammy Scott, sealed a thrilling victory for Edinburgh. After conceding the lead late on, the hosts showed composure to set up Venter to crash over with Scott&rsquo;s impact off the bench proving decisive. The hosts made a fast start. After [&hellip;]<br />
The post Hotshot Scott kills off Zebre appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hotshot-scott-kills-off-zebre/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hotshot-scott-kills-off-zebre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hartpury 52-19 Nottingham: Harry Bazalgette calls the shots as Mark Cornwell’s side waltz home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fly-half Harry Bazalgette put in a scintillating performance as Hartpury hammered Nottingham, orchestrating the game perfectly and getting a full house from the tee.<br />
The post Hartpury 52-19 Nottingham: Harry Bazalgette calls the shots as Mark Cornwell&rsquo;s side waltz home appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hartpury-52-19-nottingham-harry-bazalgette-calls-the-shots-as-mark-cornwells-side-waltz-home/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hartpury-52-19-nottingham-harry-bazalgette-calls-the-shots-as-mark-cornwells-side-waltz-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Growing injury list worries Gilmore]]></title><description><![CDATA[HARLEQUINS head coach Jason Gilmore fears he will struggle to get a team together for next weekend&rsquo;s Prem clash with Sale as his side&rsquo;s injury nightmare continued. With the four more casualties they picked up at The Rec the Londoners have more than 30 players out with five rounds of the league left. He said: [&hellip;]<br />
The post Growing injury list worries Gilmore appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/growing-injury-list-worries-gilmore/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/growing-injury-list-worries-gilmore/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glasgow suffer a Lions mauling]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By PETER GOODMAN Lions ............... 54 Glasgow ..........12 LIONS produced a devastating attacking display to thrash Glasgow at Ellis Park, scoring eight tries to climb into fourth place in the URC. Centre Henco van Wyk led the charge with a brace as the hosts blew Glasgow away with pace, power and precision. Lions started with [&hellip;]<br />
The post Glasgow suffer a Lions mauling appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/glasgow-suffer-a-lions-mauling/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/glasgow-suffer-a-lions-mauling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter Chiefs 28-35 Northampton Saints: Fin Smith sinks dagger into Chiefs’ hopes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints tightened their grip on a home Premiership semi-final with a breathtaking late win at Sandy Park, where Fin Smith and Henry Pollock produced the killer blows to sink Exeter Chiefs in a classic.<br />
The post Exeter Chiefs 28-35 Northampton Saints: Fin Smith sinks dagger into Chiefs&rsquo; hopes appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-chiefs-28-35-northampton-saints-fin-smith-sinks-dagger-into-chiefs-hopes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-chiefs-28-35-northampton-saints-fin-smith-sinks-dagger-into-chiefs-hopes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elizalde to Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWCASTLE have signed Bristol full-back Benjamin Elizalde on a two-year deal. The 21-year-old Argentina flyer scored five tries in 27 games for Bristol. &ldquo;I&rsquo;m excited to start a new chapter with Newcastle Red Bulls, and I&rsquo;m looking forward to being there and meeting everyone,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s an honour to join a club with such [&hellip;]<br />
The post Elizalde to Newcastle appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/elizalde-to-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/elizalde-to-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don’t forget Newent RFC]]></title><description><![CDATA[CONGRATULATIONS to North Ribblesdale RUFC on their achievement of securing a third consecutive promotion, to Regional 1 North West (level 5). The feat has not only been previously achieved by London Welsh since the commencement of the leagues (TRP 12/4/26 p39). Newent RFC, from northwest Gloucestershire, won three successive promotions between 2012 and 2015, rising [&hellip;]<br />
The post Don&rsquo;t forget Newent RFC appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dont-forget-newent-rfc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dont-forget-newent-rfc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defeat adds to Hull’s growing fears]]></title><description><![CDATA[By RICHARD GORE Sheffield T.......35 Hull..................... 19 HULL failed to capitalise on a tremendous second-half revival to falter in the last few minutes and concede two converted tries to put them into further relegation trouble. Losing seven of their own line-outs and a yellow card contributed to their downfall but they still had the winning [&hellip;]<br />
The post Defeat adds to Hull&rsquo;s growing fears appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/defeat-adds-to-hulls-growing-fears/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/defeat-adds-to-hulls-growing-fears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crusaders spears are shaken in Gwilliam’s tragic play]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By JEAN BULL Leicester L ...... 21 Dings C..............63 DINGS CRUSADERS ran out deserved winners, after a ruthless show which saw Tomas Gwilliam grab a hat-trick. The Lions enjoyed a lot of possession in the opening stages, though Dings held firm, and when a Lions kick through was blocked, Alpha Ly raced away for the [&hellip;]<br />
The post Crusaders spears are shaken in Gwilliam&rsquo;s tragic play appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/crusaders-spears-are-shaken-in-gwilliams-tragic-play/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/crusaders-spears-are-shaken-in-gwilliams-tragic-play/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coventry winger to join his brother at Sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Go: David Opoku-Fordjour COVENTRY winger David Opoku-Fordjour has earned a move to Sale Sharks this summer. The 22-year-old, brother of Sale&rsquo;s England prop Asher Opoku-Fordjour, right, has signed a one-year deal with the option of a further year. Opoku-Fordjour, who scored a hat-trick against Caldy last week, came through Coventry&rsquo;s ranks and scored 21 tries [&hellip;]<br />
The post Coventry winger to join his brother at Sale appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/coventry-winger-to-join-his-brother-at-sale/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/coventry-winger-to-join-his-brother-at-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Club open up gap after Tykes victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By BEN CROPPER sLeeds Tykes .......... 19 Blackheath ............43 BLACKHEATH added to their promotion push with a commanding win over Leeds Tykes, maintaining strong pressure on leaders Rotherham Titans. Sitting second heading into the weekend, the home side kept themselves firmly in the title-race Leeds, meanwhile, remain mid-table in ninth and continue to struggle for [&hellip;]<br />
The post Club open up gap after Tykes victory appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/club-open-up-gap-after-tykes-victory/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/club-open-up-gap-after-tykes-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Classy Parsons hat-trick has Ireland back on right track]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By JESS PORTER GALWAY-native Beibhinn Parsons scored a hat-trick in her own backyard as Ireland delivered a statement victory to see off Italy. In the first Women&rsquo;s Six Nations game at Connacht&rsquo;s newly redeveloped Dexcom Stadium, Ireland scored nine tries to get back on track after last week&rsquo;s loss to England. Ireland captain Erin Ireland...............57pts [&hellip;]<br />
The post Classy Parsons hat-trick has Ireland back on right track appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/classy-parsons-hat-trick-has-ireland-back-on-right-track/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/classy-parsons-hat-trick-has-ireland-back-on-right-track/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chinnor pay tribute to former CEO with style]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By C&Oacute;IL&Iacute;N DUFFY Chinnor ..............32pts Tries: Walker 8, Bourton 20, Hughes 26, Pascoe 53 Conversions: Chamberlain 21, 27, 54 Penalties: Chamberlain 42, 78 Worcester ........22pts Tries: J Garside 30, Vanes 56, Kvesic 62, Trewin 79 Conversion: Twelvetrees 57 CHINNOR delivered a composed and clinical home victory in an emotional week for the club in front [&hellip;]<br />
The post Chinnor pay tribute to former CEO with style appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chinnor-pay-tribute-to-former-ceo-with-style/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/chinnor-pay-tribute-to-former-ceo-with-style/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Champ teams deserve better]]></title><description><![CDATA[IT IS time counties like Cornwall and clubs like Camborne, Cornish Pirates, Redruth, Ealing, Bedford and Coventry made their voices heard. Ealing lead the Champ with 23 games played, 23 won, and a points difference of over 600, yet the Prem ring fence means no promotion. The latest Champions Cup results show Sale shipping 43 [&hellip;]<br />
The post Champ teams deserve better appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/champ-teams-deserve-better/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/champ-teams-deserve-better/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bulls turn on the power to halt Dragons momentum]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By ROGER PANTING Dragons ..............7pts Try: Inisi 22 Conversion: Evans 22 Bulls ................. 47pts Tries: Papier 10, Grobbelaar 37, Coetze 43, van Staden 56, 74; Williams 76, Petersen 79 Conversions: Pollard 10, 43, 56; Kriel 74, 76, 79 DRAGONS&rsquo; recent resurgence came to an abrupt halt as they were blown away by power-packed Bulls in [&hellip;]<br />
The post Bulls turn on the power to halt Dragons momentum appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bulls-turn-on-the-power-to-halt-dragons-momentum/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bulls-turn-on-the-power-to-halt-dragons-momentum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bristol Bears 53-12 Gloucester: Fitz Harding directs a demolition derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol Bears breathed life back into their faltering Premiership campaign with a record victory over West Country rivals Gloucester, whose abysmal season continues.<br />
The post Bristol Bears 53-12 Gloucester: Fitz Harding directs a demolition derby appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bristol-bears-53-12-gloucester-fitz-harding-directs-a-demolition-derby/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bristol-bears-53-12-gloucester-fitz-harding-directs-a-demolition-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bath embrace Premiership title defence and Champions Cup semi-final challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defending Prem champions Bath are embracing the challenge of fighting on two fronts at the busy business end of another season.<br />
The post Bath embrace Premiership title defence and Champions Cup semi-final challenge appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-embrace-premiership-title-defence-and-champions-cup-semi-final-challenge/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-embrace-premiership-title-defence-and-champions-cup-semi-final-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bath 48-15 Harlequins: Jason Gilmore’s side find Santi Carreras is too hot to handle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santi Carreras led the way as Bath put eight tries on hapless Harlequins and continued their pursuit of Northampton Saints at the top of the table.<br />
The post Bath 48-15 Harlequins: Jason Gilmore&rsquo;s side find Santi Carreras is too hot to handle appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-48-15-harlequins-jason-gilmores-side-find-santi-carreras-is-too-hot-to-handle/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-48-15-harlequins-jason-gilmores-side-find-santi-carreras-is-too-hot-to-handle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ampthill turn on the power to give Caldy the runaround]]></title><description><![CDATA[By BEN WHITE Ampthill .......... 64 pts Tries: Va&rsquo;enuku 16, 51, 64; Sylvester 30, Jones 37, Mapapalangi 56, 60; Keylock 74, Merrett 77, Wilson 79 Conversions: Davidson 17, 31, 52, 57, 61; Keylock 65, 80 Caldy .................15pts Tries: penalty 6, Robinson 72 Penalty: Wilkinson 13 AMPTHILL scored over 60 points for the third straight match [&hellip;]<br />
The post Ampthill turn on the power to give Caldy the runaround appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ampthill-turn-on-the-power-to-give-caldy-the-runaround/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ampthill-turn-on-the-power-to-give-caldy-the-runaround/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adamson on hand to keep up Bedford’s momentum]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By TIM FORRESTER Richmond ........33pts Tries: Hocking 7, 50; Nugent 56, Goffey 78, Savaiinaea 80 Conversions: Grieve 8, 51, 56, 80 Bedford ............52pts Tries: Thame 5, Worth 14, Adamson 22, 51, 65; Brown 29, Conway 40, Day 43 Conversions: Maisey 6, 14, 30, 38, 52, 66 SECOND placed Bedford dominated this game with an eight-try [&hellip;]<br />
The post Adamson on hand to keep up Bedford&rsquo;s momentum appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/adamson-on-hand-to-keep-up-bedfords-momentum/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/adamson-on-hand-to-keep-up-bedfords-momentum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young at heart as Oundle win thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By PETER CROOT Oundle .....................36 Westcombe Park .33 OUNDLE edged out Westcombe Park in front of their biggest crowd of the season. Ben Whyman opened the scoring, converted by Ben Young. Combe were soon back in it with a pick and drive and Toby Wallace finished it, converted by Mikel Davies. Oundle then powered into [&hellip;]<br />
The post Young at heart as Oundle win thriller appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/young-at-heart-as-oundle-win-thriller/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/young-at-heart-as-oundle-win-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tynedale shine to boost play-off bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[By MIKE BROWN Billingham.............. 19 Tynedale.................62 TYNEDALE delivered a ruthless attacking display to overpower Billingham in a high-scoring encounter, strengthening their push for a coveted play-off place. Despite a competitive opening, Billingham struck first through Scarbrough, but Tynedale quickly seized control. Tries from Walker and Nankivell ignited the visitors, before Richards and Leslie extended the [&hellip;]<br />
The post Tynedale shine to boost play-off bid appeared fi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tynedale-shine-to-boost-play-off-bid/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/tynedale-shine-to-boost-play-off-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Titans twist the tale for thousand’s eye]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By MIKE JAMOS Taunton Titans ....42 Old Redcliffians ...36 JUST OVER 1,000 spectators were treated to an 11-try fiesta between Taunton Titans and Old Redcliffians. The Titans took the lead after just three minutes when Dan Martin&rsquo;s try allowed Tom Putt to convert. Oliver Stratton levelled the scores, after 15 minutes, with try converted by [&hellip;]<br />
The post Titans twist the tale for thousand&rsquo;s eye appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/titans-twist-the-tale-for-thousands-eye/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/titans-twist-the-tale-for-thousands-eye/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stone the crows! Barney runs riot]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By RHYS COOPE Oxford H ..................28 Sevenoaks ............. 61 SEVENOAKS took the honours in this bottom-of-the-table clash. The visitors opened the scoring, with Matthew McRae dotting down. Ben Adams converting. Quins hit back with Ben Jenkins for his first of the day. Ollie Brian added the extras. But Sevenoaks then took control, with Barney Stone [&hellip;]<br />
The post Stone the crows! Barney runs riot appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/stone-the-crows-barney-runs-riot/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/stone-the-crows-barney-runs-riot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six clubs move up]]></title><description><![CDATA[AUTOMATIC promotion from Regional 1 to National Two has been confirmed with six clubs moving up to the fourth tier. Heath, Huddersfield, Jersey, Colchester, Bournville, and Devonport Services will play National League rugby next term, with their divisions (North, East and West) to be decided in the coming weeks. Colchester (East), Bournville, and Devonport (both [&hellip;]<br />
The post Six clubs move up appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/six-clubs-move-up/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/six-clubs-move-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sititi swoops as Chiefs snatch dramatic win over Hurricanes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Rugby Pacific round-up By BEN JAYCOCK WALLACE Sititi marked his return in stunning fashion as Chiefs claimed a dramatic 22-17 extra-time victory over Hurricanes to go top of the table and end their rivals&rsquo; five-game winning streak. Tied 17-17 at full-time, Chiefs fly-half Damian McKenzie&rsquo;s attempted drop-goal was charged down but the ball fell [&hellip;]<br />
The post Sititi swoops as Chiefs snatch dramatic win over Hurricanes appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sititi-swoops-as-chiefs-snatch-dramatic-win-over-hurricanes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/sititi-swoops-as-chiefs-snatch-dramatic-win-over-hurricanes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samson has strength to lead Macc to victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[By TOM BARRY Macc lads: Manu Shute takes on the Otley defence and, right, Kyle Smith makes a break PICTURES: Pete Green Macclesfield... 45pts Otley....................29pts MACCLESFIELD shrugged off the disappointment of an unexpected narrow defeat at Darlington MP last week to return to winning ways against Otley. But the hangover still appeared to be there [&hellip;]<br />
The post Samson has strength to lead Macc to victory appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/samson-has-strength-to-lead-macc-to-victory/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/samson-has-strength-to-lead-macc-to-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robinson heroics prove to be in vain]]></title><description><![CDATA[By RORY MORROW Scunthorpe.............43 WILLIAM Robinson&rsquo;s hat-trick for Scunthorpe proved in vain as Wharfedale&rsquo;s wonderful first half was enough for them to hang on to a frantic victory. The slowest of slow starts proved costly for Scunthorpe. Iddy Morgan got in for Wharfedale within two minutes before, five minutes later, Oliver Cicognini strolled across for [&hellip;]<br />
The post Robinson heroics prove to be in vain appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/robinson-heroics-prove-to-be-in-vain/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/robinson-heroics-prove-to-be-in-vain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Repeated breaks ‘tricky’]]></title><description><![CDATA[GLOUCESTER head coach George Skivington says repeated breaks in the Prem schedule make it hard to build momentum. After two weeks off for European action, clubs have played only two matches since January because of an eight-week break for the Six Nations. There are six rounds of the Prem remaining, but eight weeks to go [&hellip;]<br />
The post Repeated breaks &lsquo;tricky&rsquo; appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/repeated-breaks-tricky/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/repeated-breaks-tricky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raiders are well bossed by bustling Barnes]]></title><description><![CDATA[By MICHAEL WHITFIELD Guernsey..........14 Barnes...............36 BARNES comfortably won an entertaining romp against Guernsey. In a match that was highly contested and physical, there were two yellow cards for each side as both went full throttle. Will Nicholson opened the scoring for Barnes and converted his own try before Guernsey bounced straight back through Martinas Dromontas, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Raiders are well bossed by bustling Barnes appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/raiders-are-well-bossed-by-bustling-barnes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/raiders-are-well-bossed-by-bustling-barnes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quins, Ravens win through to last eight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Super Rygbi round-up By CARL FIELD A LAST-GASP try from centre Jac Howells snatched elimination play-off victory for Carmarthen Quins as they defeated Pontypool 25-21 to set up a Super Rygbi Cymru quarter-final showdown at regular season table toppers Cardiff. Moments earlier, it looked as if Pooler, who fought back from 8-0 and 18-7 down, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Quins, Ravens win through to last eight appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/quins-ravens-win-through-to-last-eight/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/quins-ravens-win-through-to-last-eight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Polledri’s deadliest opener drills hosts]]></title><description><![CDATA[nBy JACK BEARD Cinderford...............26 Lymm........................ 17 CINDERFORD emerged victorious over Lymm, with Jake Polledri&rsquo;s double proving decisive. The Forest Dean outfit came flying out the stalls, with a first minute try from Polledri, which Sonny Greenman converted. It didn&rsquo;t take long for Polledri to claim his second, giving his side a two-try advantage in the [&hellip;]<br />
The post Polledri&rsquo;s deadliest opener drills hosts appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/polledris-deadliest-opener-drills-hosts/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/polledris-deadliest-opener-drills-hosts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Osborn is a centre point to fire up Uni]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By HUW GRIFFIN Hornets ....................24 Exeter Uni ...............36 ALEX OSBORN hit a scintillating first-half hat-trick to fire Exeter University to a hard-fought victory, away at Hornets. It was a dream start for the University side, as hooker Osborn crossed for a quickfire double, inside the first seven minutes. He was shortly backed up by Josh [&hellip;]<br />
The post Osborn is a centre point to fire up Uni appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/osborn-is-a-centre-point-to-fire-up-uni/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/osborn-is-a-centre-point-to-fire-up-uni/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New deal for Dolly]]></title><description><![CDATA[ALEX Dolly has extended his contract at Doncaster Knights for the 2026/27 season. The Australian-born scrum-half is set to enter his sixth campaign with the club, having brought up 100 appearances this season. Dolly, 29, who was sidelined by a long-term injury earlier this year, believes Knights can challenge next season. &ldquo;I&rsquo;m really glad to [&hellip;]<br />
The post New deal for Dolly appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-deal-for-dolly/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/new-deal-for-dolly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neath storm back to stun Met men]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premiership round-up NEATH backed up their Premiership Cup triumph with a stunning 40-34 comeback win at Cardiff Met. Having defeated Merthyr in memorable fashion at Principality Stadium last Sunday, it looked very much a case of after the Lord Mayor&rsquo;s show for Neath yesterday as they trailed 31-5 at Cyncoed. However tries from Kian Jones, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Neath storm back to stun Met men appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/neath-storm-back-to-stun-met-men/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/neath-storm-back-to-stun-met-men/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Life in Rugby: Will Davis – Everything I dreamed of was in front of me]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will Davis, the former Bristol Bears, Ealing Trailfinders and Northampton Saints prop, who is now player-coach at Blackheath, reflects on his life in rugby.<br />
The post My Life in Rugby: Will Davis &ndash; Everything I dreamed of was in front of me appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-life-in-rugby-will-davis-everything-i-dreamed-of-was-in-front-of-me/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/my-life-in-rugby-will-davis-everything-i-dreamed-of-was-in-front-of-me/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monopoly men Brown and Kent raid Reds’ road HINCKLEY:]]></title><description><![CDATA[nBy VICKY MACQUEEN Hinckley..................47 Redruth....................36 HINCKLEY delivered a fine performance to hold out for the victory, with Redruth riding back in a thrilling end. Redruth came out of the blocks firing and caught Hinckley napping, with a first-minute try from Lewis Thomas - a clinical finish from the winger. This appeared to give Hinckley the [&hellip;]<br />
The post Monopoly men Brown and Kent raid Reds&rsquo; road HINCKLEY: appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/monopoly-men-brown-and-kent-raid-reds-road-hinckley/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/monopoly-men-brown-and-kent-raid-reds-road-hinckley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luctonians 41-34 Camborne: It’s not the usual win, but Tom Jones is Lucs’ man]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tom Jones bagged tries in both halves, despite conversion difficulties, to guide Luctonians to a somewhat unusual victory over title-winners Camborne.<br />
The post Luctonians 41-34 Camborne: It&rsquo;s not the usual win, but Tom Jones is Lucs&rsquo; man appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/luctonians-41-34-camborne-its-not-the-usual-win-but-tom-jones-is-lucs-man/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/luctonians-41-34-camborne-its-not-the-usual-win-but-tom-jones-is-lucs-man/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LUCAWOODYATT GLOUCESTER &amp; WALES U20 NO.9]]></title><description><![CDATA[YOUNG GUNS Luca Woodyatt has wasted little time making his mark on the international stage, stepping seamlessly from Wales U18s into the U20 set-up and embracing the demands of elite age-grade rugby. The 18-year-old Gloucester scrum-half was a prominent figure throughout this year&rsquo;s U20 Six Nations, often deployed from the bench to inject tempo late [&hellip;]<br />
The post LUCAWOODYATT GLOUCESTER &amp; WALES U20 NO.9 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lucawoodyatt-gloucester-amp-wales-u20-no9/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/lucawoodyatt-gloucester-amp-wales-u20-no9/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[League winners Bath on the trail of double]]></title><description><![CDATA[BUCS RUGBY By JOSEPH TERRY BATH will face Loughborough in the BUCS Super Rugby Championship final on Wednesday at Rodney Parade, with Bath looking to win a historic first &lsquo;double&rsquo;. Bath claimed the league title with 15 wins, two points ahead of Loughborough after snatching the lead in the penultimate round. The table-toppers last lost [&hellip;]<br />
The post League winners Bath on the trail of double appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/league-winners-bath-on-the-trail-of-double/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/league-winners-bath-on-the-trail-of-double/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson’s early start opens the gates for host party]]></title><description><![CDATA[nBy ADAM CLEARY Barnstaple.......57 Syston...............14 HOSTS BARNSTAPLE condemned basement boys Syston to a fourth consecutive defeat, with a comfortable win sparked by in-form Cameron Johnson. Barn got off to a rapid start and took the lead after just eight minutes, when Johnson scored in immaculate fashion, before his try was converted by Jake Murphy to [&hellip;]<br />
The post Johnson&rsquo;s early start opens the gates for host party appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/johnsons-early-start-opens-the-gates-for-host-party/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/johnsons-early-start-opens-the-gates-for-host-party/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s lucky 13 as OAs put Havant to the sword OLD]]></title><description><![CDATA[By HARVEY ALLEN begging. Hema&rsquo;s effort a catch and drive move we had al Old Albanian........... 81 Havant...................... 19 OLD Albanian scored 13 tries in a 100-point thriller. The hosts couldn&rsquo;t have made a better start as they crossed for three tries in the first ten minutes. They came from Ben Alexander, Kahil Oreagba and [&hellip;]<br />
The post It&rsquo;s lucky 13 as OAs put Havant to the sword OLD appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/its-lucky-13-as-oas-put-havant-to-the-sword-old/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/its-lucky-13-as-oas-put-havant-to-the-sword-old/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hyde won’t be beating himself up ‘cause here come the Scun]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By BEN JAYCOCK SCUNTHORPE back row Ben Hyde insists their league position in National Two North does not tell the full story of their season as they prepare for a make-or-break clash with Wharfedale. Up for challenge: Scunthorpe back row Ben Hyde Bottom of the table for the majority of the campaign, Scunthorpe&rsquo;s season has [&hellip;]<br />
The post Hyde won&rsquo;t be beating himself up &lsquo;cause here come the Scun appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hyde-wont-be-beating-himself-up-cause-here-come-the-scun/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hyde-wont-be-beating-himself-up-cause-here-come-the-scun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gilmore moves to boost his squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWS EXTRA HARLEQUINS have brought in reinforcements on short-term contracts until the end of the season as the club deals with a mounting injury crisis with 16 forwards and 11 backs unavailable for selection. Luke Yendle re-joins on loan from Welsh side Dragons RFC after a stint at Quins earlier in the season for the [&hellip;]<br />
The post Gilmore moves to boost his squad appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gilmore-moves-to-boost-his-squad/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/gilmore-moves-to-boost-his-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Freeman fires happy Hoppers to top home finale]]></title><description><![CDATA[By LOUIS JEFFERSON Preston G.................53 Hull Ionians............ 17 THE final home game of the season couldn&rsquo;t have gone any better for Preston Grasshoppers as they easily beat Hull Ionians. It was two tries in the first three minutes for the hosts, with Tom Ailes and Sam Freeman both going over. Freeman converted both tries to [&hellip;]<br />
The post Freeman fires happy Hoppers to top home finale appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/freeman-fires-happy-hoppers-to-top-home-finale/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/freeman-fires-happy-hoppers-to-top-home-finale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First-half board is flipped at Chester]]></title><description><![CDATA[nBy DESMOND HICKIE Chester.....................47 Loughborough S....34 RELEGATION rivals Chester relied on a first-half frenzy, to overcome the fightback from Loughborough Students, in the second. The first half opened with a flurry of tries, as Rhys Hayes opened the scoring with a score after three minutes. The Students replied with a well-worked score by George Worthington, [&hellip;]<br />
The post First-half board is flipped at Chester appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/first-half-board-is-flipped-at-chester/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/first-half-board-is-flipped-at-chester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exeter pair out on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[EXTRA NEWS EXETER Chiefs youngsters Ben Coen, 21, and Oscar Beckerleg, 20 have joined Champ outfit Cornish Pirates on loan. The duo have appeared in both pre-season friendlies and Prem Rugby Cup matches this season. Director of rugby Rob Baxter said: &ldquo;This is a fantastic opportunity for both boys to get quality game-time. The Championship [&hellip;]<br />
The post Exeter pair out on loan appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-pair-out-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/exeter-pair-out-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Esher are left to kick themselves]]></title><description><![CDATA[By MOSHER Canterbury..............34 Esher.........................33 IN the early summer sunshine, a healthy crowd was treated to a high-scoring encounter, the sides trading 11 tries &ndash; with Canterbury pinching it by a point. The final reckoning would ultimately be decided by Esher&rsquo;s inability off the kicking tee &ndash; Owen Waters couldn&rsquo;t improve any of his side&rsquo;s six [&hellip;]<br />
The post Esher are left to kick themselves appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/esher-are-left-to-kick-themselves/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/esher-are-left-to-kick-themselves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England’s Honey Kerslake inspired by memory of her dad – All Blacks great Jerry Collins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Almost 11 years on from New Zealand flanker Jerry Collins&rsquo; tragic death, his daughter Honey Kerslake is using his memory as fuel.<br />
The post England&rsquo;s Honey Kerslake inspired by memory of her dad &ndash; All Blacks great Jerry Collins appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/englands-honey-kerslake-inspired-by-memory-of-her-dad-all-blacks-great-jerry-collins/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/englands-honey-kerslake-inspired-by-memory-of-her-dad-all-blacks-great-jerry-collins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Destroyer Drennan is too hot for Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[By ANDREW SMITH Sheffield .................52 Darlington MP .......19 SHEFFIELD put last week&rsquo;s disappointment of defeat well behind them with an eight-try mauling of Darlington. Trailing 12-19 at the break, Matty Drennan&rsquo;s hat-trick of tries spearheaded a remarkable turnaround for the champions, as his side piled on 40 points without reply in a relentless second period. [&hellip;]<br />
The post Destroyer Drennan is too hot for Park appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/destroyer-drennan-is-too-hot-for-park/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/destroyer-drennan-is-too-hot-for-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dale undone by late Fylde charge]]></title><description><![CDATA[By DAVID GRAHAM Fylde ........................ 31 Rossendale ............24 ROSSENDALE&lsquo;S big battle to stay in the National Leagues will go to their final match of the season after their narrow defeat at Fylde. However, they will know they had every chance of easing their relegation plight when they were 24-7 ahead midway through the second half. [&hellip;]<br />
The post Dale undone by late Fylde charge appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dale-undone-by-late-fylde-charge/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dale-undone-by-late-fylde-charge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[College which is producing players who can make it right to the top]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWS EXTRA By BEN JAYCOCK CITY of Oxford College&rsquo;s Activate ACE Rugby Academy is determined to change perceptions around player development, with head of boys rugby Tom Redfern and girls programme lead Oliver Wilson insisting their model is widening access and producing elite talent. Despite a growing track record &ndash; including more than 30 players [&hellip;]<br />
The post College which is producing players who can make it right to the top appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/college-which-is-producing-players-who-can-make-it-right-to-the-top/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/college-which-is-producing-players-who-can-make-it-right-to-the-top/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardiff sign Van Zyl on long-term contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWS EXTRA CARDIFF have appointed Corniel van Zyl as permanent head coach with the South African signing a long-term deal. Van Zyl, 47, joined Cardiff as forwards coach in 2024 and stepped up to lead the squad after Matt Sherratt&rsquo;s departure to Steve Tandy&rsquo;s backroom Wales staff, before the 2025-26 season started. Under van Zyl, [&hellip;]<br />
The post Cardiff sign Van Zyl on long-term contract appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-sign-van-zyl-on-long-term-contract/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-sign-van-zyl-on-long-term-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bury are so quick out of blocks!]]></title><description><![CDATA[AN in-form Bury St Edmunds arrived at The Big Field looking to further their promotion aspirations. And they did so in some style with a first-half performance that, despite a second-half Dorking fightback, effectively sealed the game. By KEVIN BEAL All-action: Peter White on the run for Bury and, below, Max Coyle attacks for Dorking [&hellip;]<br />
The post Bury are so quick out of blocks! appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bury-are-so-quick-out-of-blocks/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bury-are-so-quick-out-of-blocks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brown’s boys are heading the right way – Thornton]]></title><description><![CDATA[&#9632;By BEN JAYCOCK Leading the way: Esher No.8 Liam Thornton LIAM Thornton believes Esher&rsquo;s mid-season appointment of England legend Mike Brown has laid the foundations for a stronger future despite a troubling campaign. Since coming down from National One, the Londoners have been embroiled in a surprise relegation battle this season. Results have picked up [&hellip;]<br />
The post Brown&rsquo;s boys are heading the right way &ndash; Thornton appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/browns-boys-are-heading-the-right-way-thornton/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/browns-boys-are-heading-the-right-way-thornton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beer feels glass is still half full for Chester]]></title><description><![CDATA[By BEN JAYCOCK Looking up: Chester wing Louis Beer LOUIS Beer believes Chester have shown enough quality this season to prove they belong higher up the National Two West table, even if results left them fighting for survival. The powerful winger has been one of the club&rsquo;s standout performers in a challenging campaign, but despite [&hellip;]<br />
The post Beer feels glass is still half full for Chester appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/beer-feels-glass-is-still-half-full-for-chester/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/beer-feels-glass-is-still-half-full-for-chester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bailey flying high for super Hawks]]></title><description><![CDATA[By ALISTAIR BEYNON Henley Hawks.......28 London Welsh........ 17 AN injury-time Louis Bailey try gave Henley a vital bonus-point win over London Welsh in an absorbing contest. The stakes were high for both sides, and it was the home side who started quickest when Callum Jones put the finishing touches on a great team score that [&hellip;]<br />
The post Bailey flying high for super Hawks appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bailey-flying-high-for-super-hawks/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bailey-flying-high-for-super-hawks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Azema’s on his way back to Toulon]]></title><description><![CDATA[JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN TOULON&rsquo;S search for a head coach to take some of the day-to-day strain off sporting director Pierre Mignoni was only ever going in one direction. Despite being linked with moves for England&rsquo;s Joe El-Abd &ndash; who played for the Var club between 2009 and 2012 &ndash; and Montpellier&rsquo;s Joan Caudullo, the [&hellip;]<br />
The post Azema&rsquo;s on his way back to Toulon appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/azemas-on-his-way-back-to-toulon/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/azemas-on-his-way-back-to-toulon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[40 years later, and the ladies party on]]></title><description><![CDATA[WE seem awash with anniversaries but one notable landmark we should particularly note is the 40th anniversary today &ndash; April 19 &ndash; of the first official women&rsquo;s international in the UK when Great Britain lost 14-8 to France at Richmond which had already established itself as a stronghold for the women&rsquo;s game. Karen Almond, who [&hellip;]<br />
The post 40 years later, and the ladies party on appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/40-years-later-and-the-ladies-party-on/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/40-years-later-and-the-ladies-party-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welsh clubs in the Prem? Rowe has a point]]></title><description><![CDATA[EXETER chairman Tony Rowe has called for talks aimed at inviting Welsh teams into a 14-club English Premiership. He is the first English club owner to do so since the Tewkesbury Summit almost 30 years ago when the WRU&rsquo;s lack of foresight led them to reject the RFU&rsquo;s generous offer of five places in their [&hellip;]<br />
The post Welsh clubs in the Prem? Rowe has a point appeared first on The Rugby Paper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/welsh-clubs-in-the-prem-rowe-has-a-point/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/welsh-clubs-in-the-prem-rowe-has-a-point/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Dream come true' for Parsons as Ireland turn on style]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ireland winger Beibhinn Parsons says it is a "dream come true" as she marks her Galway homecoming with a hat-trick in an emphatic Six Nations win over Italy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dream-come-true-for-parsons-as-ireland-turn-on-style/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dream-come-true-for-parsons-as-ireland-turn-on-style/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Munster boost top-eight hopes with Benetton win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Munster score seven tries in a 45-15 win in Benetton to boost their hopes of finishing in the top eight of the United Rugby Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/munster-boost-top-eight-hopes-with-benetton-win/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/munster-boost-top-eight-hopes-with-benetton-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ospreys hold on to deny Sharks in Bridgend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ospreys keep slim United Rugby Championship play-off hopes alive with a tense win against Sharks in Bridgend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-hold-on-to-deny-sharks-in-bridgend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 22:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/ospreys-hold-on-to-deny-sharks-in-bridgend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AFC Bournemouth’s owner Bill Foley behind US takeover of Exeter Chiefs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chiefs&rsquo; new owner will be Black Knight Sports and EntertainmentMichael B Jordan has stake in company that owns BournemouthBill Foley, owner of AFC Bournemouth, is poised to take control of Exeter Chiefs in a multimillion-pound deal that will bring Premier League and Hollywood glamour to English club rugby.The Guardian revealed this week that Exeter&rsquo;s chair, Tony Rowe, had agreed to sell the club to a wealthy American investor, and can now disclose the club&rsquo;s new owner will be F]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/afc-bournemouths-owner-bill-foley-behind-us-takeover-of-exeter-chiefs/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 22:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/afc-bournemouths-owner-bill-foley-behind-us-takeover-of-exeter-chiefs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nine-try Ireland thrash Italy in Galway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beibhinn Parsons scores a hat-trick as Ireland beat Italy 57-20 in the Women's Six Nations at the Dexcom Stadium in Galway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nine-try-ireland-thrash-italy-in-galway/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/nine-try-ireland-thrash-italy-in-galway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodd hat-trick for Dragons sinks Warrington]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lewis Dodd scores the first hat-trick of his career as scintillating Catalans Dragons beat Warrington Wolves to stop them going back to the top of Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dodd-hat-trick-for-dragons-sinks-warrington/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/dodd-hat-trick-for-dragons-sinks-warrington/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bath cruise to win against injury-hit Quins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bath score eight tries to ease past an injury-ravaged Harlequins side 43-15 to keep up the pace on Prem leaders Northampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-cruise-to-win-against-injury-hit-quins/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/bath-cruise-to-win-against-injury-hit-quins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardiff stun Scarlets with late URC fightback]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cardiff kept alive their United Rugby Championship (URC) play-off hopes with a dramatic bonus-point Welsh derby comeback win against Scarlets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-stun-scarlets-with-late-urc-fightback/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/cardiff-stun-scarlets-with-late-urc-fightback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France score five second-half tries to cruise to win over Wales]]></title><description><![CDATA[France score five second-half tries as they beat Wales 38-7 in the Women's Six Nations at Cardiff Arms Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-score-five-second-half-tries-to-cruise-to-win-over-wales/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-score-five-second-half-tries-to-cruise-to-win-over-wales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parsons hat-trick as Ireland thrash Italy in Galway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beibhinn Parsons scores a hat-trick as Ireland turn on the style to thrash Italy in Galway and register their first Women's Six Nations win of the year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/parsons-hat-trick-as-ireland-thrash-italy-in-galway/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/parsons-hat-trick-as-ireland-thrash-italy-in-galway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women's Six Nations: Fixtures, results, standings and BBC coverage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fixtures, kick-off times, results, standings and how to watch on the BBC as England bid to retain the 2026 Women's Six Nations title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/womens-six-nations-fixtures-results-standings-and-bbc-coverage/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/womens-six-nations-fixtures-results-standings-and-bbc-coverage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnstone stars as Wakefield beat Bradford to go second]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tom Johnstone scores four tries and Oliver Pratt three as Wakefield Trinity thrash Bradford Bulls to go second in Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/johnstone-stars-as-wakefield-beat-bradford-to-go-second/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/johnstone-stars-as-wakefield-beat-bradford-to-go-second/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Rusty' to 'relentless' - Red Roses deliver statement win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite being without several World Cup winners, England produce a "relentless" display to thrash Scotland in the Women's Six Nations at Murrayfield.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rusty-to-relentless-red-roses-deliver-statement-win/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/rusty-to-relentless-red-roses-deliver-statement-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hamer-Webb grabs five tries as Tigers thrash Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gabriel Hamer-Webb scores five tries as Leicester Tigers crush an ill-disciplined and desperately outclassed Newcastle Red Bulls in The Prem.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hamer-webb-grabs-five-tries-as-tigers-thrash-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/hamer-webb-grabs-five-tries-as-tigers-thrash-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glasgow stay top of URC despite Lions thrashing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Glasgow Warriors suffer a bruising eight-try defeat by Lions in Johannesburg, but remain top of the United Rugby Championship table.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/glasgow-stay-top-of-urc-despite-lions-thrashing/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/glasgow-stay-top-of-urc-despite-lions-thrashing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scotland suffer baptism of fire on emotional Murrayfield occasion]]></title><description><![CDATA[A record-breaking and emotional day at Murrayfield was a landmark moment, but Scotland's humbling defeat by England delivered a day of mixed emotions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotland-suffer-baptism-of-fire-on-emotional-murrayfield-occasion/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/scotland-suffer-baptism-of-fire-on-emotional-murrayfield-occasion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[France cruise past Wales with second-half power show]]></title><description><![CDATA[France slip to second in the Six Nations table on points difference despite cruising to a 38-7 victory in Cardiff.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-cruise-past-wales-with-second-half-power-show/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/rugby/france-cruise-past-wales-with-second-half-power-show/</guid></item></channel></rss>