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• Sam Winters looking to kick on with Bath after standout U20s World Cup for England

  26-07-2026 05:00 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Sam Winters reflects on England’s World Rugby U20 Championship campaign, the lessons learned from reaching the semi-finals and why he believes the experience has prepared him to kick on at Bath.
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• The Future of Online Betting in SA: Less Generous, More Competitive

  28-07-2026 16:55 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  South Africa’s online sports betting industry is entering a pivotal new phase. After years of rapid, mobile-driven growth, the sector is now facing increased regulatory scrutiny—most notably through the National Treasury’s proposed 20% national tax on gross gambling revenue (GGR). The proposal, which closed for public comment in February 2026, is designed to both raise […]
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• Betting-Led Entertainment Platforms Are Changing Online Gambling in South Africa

  28-07-2026 16:40 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  SouthAfricanCasinos.co.za says South Africa’s online gambling market is moving into a new phase, as betting-led platforms expand beyond traditional sportsbook products and become broader digital entertainment destinations. The trend is being driven by a market where sports betting now plays the leading role in gambling activity. The National Gambling Board’s audited statistics for the 2024/25 […]
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• Cook Islands hooker Teague to join Wakefield

  28-07-2026 10:55 via bbc.co.uk
  
  With hooker Tyson Smoothy set to depart for Perth Bears, Wakefield Trinity are bringing in Mason Teague as a replacement.
  
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• Champions Saints host Newcastle on opening weekend

  28-07-2026 09:35 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Prem champions Northampton host Newcastle on the opening weekend of the 2026-27 season, with Exeter at home to Gloucester.
  
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• Leeds forward Littlewood signs new deal

  27-07-2026 15:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Leeds Rhinos forward Ben Littlewood signs a new three-year deal.
  
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• Who are the favourites to retain the National Provincial Championship crown for 2026?

  27-07-2026 14:49 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Canterbury enter the new NPC season as favourites to defend their title, with Richie Mo’unga’s return and a squad packed with international talent making them the team to beat.
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• Who are the favourites to retain the National Provincial Championship crown for 2026?

  27-07-2026 14:49 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Canterbury enter the new NPC season as favourites to defend their title, with Richie Mo’unga’s return and a squad packed with international talent making them the team to beat.
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• Ex-England lock George Kruis helps set Rugby Sevens world record after 28-hour challenge

  27-07-2026 14:26 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Former England lock George Kruis was among the players who helped set a provisional Guinness World Record for the longest men’s Rugby Sevens match after a 28-hour fundraising challenge at Sandbach RUFC.
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• Ex-England lock George Kruis helps set Rugby Sevens world record after 28-hour challenge

  27-07-2026 14:26 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Former England lock George Kruis was among the players who helped set a provisional Guinness World Record for the longest men’s Rugby Sevens match after a 28-hour fundraising challenge at Sandbach RUFC.
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• Lowe signs for Suntory Sungoliath after Leinster exit

  27-07-2026 14:15 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Tokyo Suntory Sungoliath confirm the signing of former Ireland and Leinster wing James Lowe on a two-year deal.
  
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• Leeds score seven tries to cruise past Bradford

  27-07-2026 13:59 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Watch highlights as Leeds Rhinos score seven tries and return to the top of Super League with a 42-12 victory against Bradford Bulls.
  
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• ITV confirmed as 2027 Rugby World Cup broadcaster

  27-07-2026 11:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  ITV will show next year's Rugby World Cup in Australia, extending the broadcaster's coverage of the tournament to a 10th successive edition.
  
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• Exeter sign prop McArthur from Gloucester

  27-07-2026 11:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Gloucester's loosehead prop joins last season's Prem runner's up as cover for the departing Scott Sio.
  
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• Wakefield hooker Smoothy to join Perth

  27-07-2026 11:07 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Wakefield Trinity boss Daryl Powell said the club would like to keep Smoothy but he's been released on compassionate grounds.
  
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• Leeds winger Sivo suffers suspected broken forearm

  26-07-2026 19:24 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Leeds Rhinos winger Maika Sivo is expected to be ruled out of action for "six to eight weeks" with a broken forearm.
  
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• Leeds beat Bradford but leaders hit by Sivo injury

  26-07-2026 19:06 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Leeds Rhinos go two points clear at the top of the Super League standings following a comfortable victory over Bradford Bulls, but suffer a blow with 29-try winger Maika Sivo suffering a suspected broken arm.
  
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• Catalans secure close win over rivals Toulouse

  26-07-2026 15:22 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Watch highlights as Catalans Dragons end a four-game losing run after a 18-16 win over Toulouse.
  
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• Leigh see off Warrington for fifth straight win

  26-07-2026 14:35 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Watch highlights as Leigh Leopards pick up a 28-12 win over play-off rivals Warrington Wolves to seal their fifth straight victory.
  
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• Huddersfield pick up much-needed win at York

  26-07-2026 13:44 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Watch highlights as Huddersfield Giants win just their third Super League game of the season after a 24-22 win over York Knights.
  
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• Mike Tindall: R360 will transform our game

  26-07-2026 05:45 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Mike Tindall says delaying Rugby R360 until after the 2027 World Cup was the right decision, insisting the breakaway competition can still transform the club game, improve player welfare and attract a global audience when it launches in 2028.
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• Mike Tindall: R360 will transform our game

  26-07-2026 05:45 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Mike Tindall says delaying Rugby R360 until after the 2027 World Cup was the right decision, insisting the breakaway competition can still transform the club game, improve player welfare and attract a global audience when it launches in 2028.
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• Jeremy Guscott: The TMO is part of our world but the referee must have the final say

  26-07-2026 05:02 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Jeremy Guscott believes the TMO is now an essential part of modern rugby, but says World Rugby must introduce clearer protocols to ensure the referee remains the ultimate decision-maker.
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• Jeremy Guscott: The TMO is part of our world but the referee must have the final say

  26-07-2026 05:02 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Jeremy Guscott believes the TMO is now an essential part of modern rugby, but says World Rugby must introduce clearer protocols to ensure the referee remains the ultimate decision-maker.
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• Prem review: Pat Lam – It’s massive for us that so many of the squad are staying with Bristol Bears

  26-07-2026 05:01 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Paul Rees continues his summer series reviewing the Prem season, with the focus this week on Bristol Bears.
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• Robshaw: Resting Itoje was right call

  26-07-2026 05:00 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  ■By BEN JAYCOCK CHRIS Robshaw backs England’s decision to rest captain Maro Itoje this summer, insisting the lock will reap the rewards at next year’s World Cup while hailing the inaugural Nations Championship for bringing fresh meaning to the July Test window. The former England skipper believes protecting Itoje after a demanding season with club, […]
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• Robshaw: Resting Itoje was right call

  26-07-2026 05:00 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  ■By BEN JAYCOCK CHRIS Robshaw backs England’s decision to rest captain Maro Itoje this summer, insisting the lock will reap the rewards at next year’s World Cup while hailing the inaugural Nations Championship for bringing fresh meaning to the July Test window. The former England skipper believes protecting Itoje after a demanding season with club, […]
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• Prem ins and outs – Bath have some big holes to fill

  26-07-2026 05:00 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Ben Jaycock looks at who has come in and who has moved on as preparations continue for the next Prem season.
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• Ben Earl: England star Henry Pollock is unlike anyone I’ve seen before

  26-07-2026 05:00 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Ben Earl knows exactly what Henry Pollock is going through after spending years waiting for his own England opportunity – but believes the back rower’s patience will be rewarded.
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• Ben Earl: England star Henry Pollock is unlike anyone I’ve seen before

  26-07-2026 05:00 via therugbypaper.co.uk
  
  Ben Earl knows exactly what Henry Pollock is going through after spending years waiting for his own England opportunity – but believes the back rower’s patience will be rewarded.
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