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The last five winners of the Six Nations
The 2026 Six Nations is on the horizon, and the prestigious Rugby Union tournament is already surrounded by intrigue and potential storylines. Defending champions France are hoping to retain the title for the first time since 2006–07, and are favourites in the betting on sports markets. Ireland will be eager to bounce back after missing […] The post The last five winners of the Six Nations appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Sports quiz of the week: Australian Open, Winter Olympics and Six Nations
Have you been following the big stories in football, rugby, cycling, tennis, cricket, NFL and winter sports? Continue reading...
Teófimo López and Shakur Stevenson set for high-stakes clash at Madison Square Garden
American stars meet at sold-out Madison Square Garden Stevenson rises to 140lb in bid for title in fourth division López enters in rare underdog role that suits his history When Teófimo López and Shakur Stevenson come together on Saturday night inside the big room at Madison Square Garden, a junior welterweight title and a claim to American fistic supremacy will be on the line before a sold-out crowd of more than 20,000 spectators. Two of the finest US-born fighters of their generation are se
Cages, crushes and stabbings - is European away safety getting worse?
BBC Sport explores the safety issues fans face when following their team across Europe.
‘I was walking with giants’: Joshua pays emotional tribute to close friends Ghami and Latz
Boxer fights back tears in first video since fatal car crash Joshua: ‘I am going to do what is right by them’ An emotional Anthony Joshua has insisted he knows what he has got to do after the death of close friends Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele last month, adding that their company was akin to “walking with giants”. The two-time world heavyweight champion Joshua was involved in a fatal car crash in Nigeria on 29 December which killed Ghami and Ayodele and shocked the boxing fraternity.
Six Nations: Ireland head coach Andy Farrell faces injury crisis and discipline woes
Ireland’s bid for Grand Slam glory this Six Nations will be impeded two-fold this year as Andy Farrell juggles a brace of setbacks: injuries and ill discipline. The post Six Nations: Ireland head coach Andy Farrell faces injury crisis and discipline woes appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
New Rugby Paper Roundup: Life inside one of rugby’s most prestigious families ft Carwyn Tuipulotu
In this week’s episode of the Rugby Paper Roundup, Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by Pau No.8 Carwyn Tuipulotu to discuss Uini Atonio’s sudden retirement, France’s mind-boggling selection calls and what life is like in the Top 14. The post New Rugby Paper Roundup: Life inside one of rugby’s most prestigious families ft Carwyn Tuipulotu appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
How sports betting has become part of the modern rugby fan experience
Tradition, community and ritualization have always been attributes of rugby. The sport has never divided fans since full stadiums up to pubs with international tournaments being aired. The post How sports betting has become part of the modern rugby fan experience appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Teófimo López: ‘Anything that has haunted me from the past, I’ve let all those things go’
Ahead of his blockbuster Madison Square Garden clash with Shakur Stevenson on Saturday night, boxing’s most mercurial star reflects on pressure, purpose and parenthood Teófimo López’s boxing career has unfolded in untidy extremes, and few places have captured those contradictions like Madison Square Garden. It’s the building where he boat-raced Richard Commey inside two rounds to win his first world title aged 22, saw his fast track to superstardom abruptly derailed as a heavy favorite, then ret
Boxing star Gervonta Davis arrested on kidnapping charges after two-week manhunt
Davis arrested after US Marshals surveillance operation Warrant alleges battery, false imprisonment, kidnapping Arrest follows lawsuit and cancelled Jake Paul bout Gervonta Davis, a three-division world champion and one of boxing’s biggest stars, was taken into custody in Miami on Wednesday, nearly two weeks after police issued an arrest warrant accusing the fighter of battery, false imprisonment and attempted kidnapping in connection with an alleged domestic violence incident last fall. Miam
Hugo Keenan out of Six Nations opener as Ireland’s injury list continues to grow
Leinster, Ireland and British & Irish Lions series winner Hugo Keenan has fractured his thumb in training, which excludes him from Ireland’s Six Nations opener against France next week. The post Hugo Keenan out of Six Nations opener as Ireland’s injury list continues to grow appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Tyson Fury set for heavyweight boxing comeback in April on Netflix
Former world champion to face Arslanbek Makhmudov Briton has been training in Thailand Tyson Fury is to make his comeback against Arslanbek Makhmudov on 11 April in a fight that will be screened on Netflix. Fury announced his retirement a year ago after successive defeats to Oleksandr Usyk, but has been training in Thailand for his return to the ring. A venue has yet to be announced for the fight, but it will take place in the UK, making it Fury’s first contest here since he overcame Derek Chi
'Are we animals in the zoo?' - Top tennis players call for more privacy
Jessica Pegula, Iga Swiatek and Novak Djokovic have all supported Coco Gauff's concerns over the use of cameras away from the court at the Australian Open, insisting more privacy is needed for all players competing.
'I'm always the chaser?' - Djokovic unimpressed by reporter's question
24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic says he felt "disrespectful" after being asked how he felt "chasing" Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, after previously "chasing" Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal during the early parts of his career.
Ireland star Bundee Aki dropped from Six Nations opener
Connacht and Ireland Centre Bundee Aki has been dropped from the Ireland Six Nations squad to face France on Thursday next week. The post Ireland star Bundee Aki dropped from Six Nations opener appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Crunch Time: The Effect of Rotation on Depth Players in Close Games
Modern rugby is defined by the strategic impact of bench players during tight matches. Coaches manage player fatigue while preserving the tactical structure of the entire team. Squads with strong depth often rely on substitutes to maintain performance in tight league matches. Tactical substitutions let managers adapt strategies as games evolve. Strong bench players can […] The post Crunch Time: The Effect of Rotation on Depth Players in Close Games appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Uini Atonio retires in a seismic blow to France ahead of Six Nations
France’s Six Nations preparations have been dealt a devastating blow after Uini Atonio was forced to retire with immediate effect following a heart attack. The post Uini Atonio retires in a seismic blow to France ahead of Six Nations appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Two-year-old pots two Guinness World Records with snooker trick shots
Manchester toddler Jude Owens becomes youngest person to perform bank shot and double pot just weeks apart A two-year-old has become the holder of two Guinness World Records by becoming the youngest person to perform a pair of trick shots in snooker. Manchester toddler Jude Owens successfully performed a pool bank shot at two years and 302 days old on 12 October last year. Continue reading...
Vingegaard crashes on training ride in Spain after being tailed by amateur cyclist
Amateur rider claims Dane ‘got angry’ when followed Team ask for riders to be given space after Málaga crash Visma-Lease a Bike have reminded amateur cyclists of the dangers of interacting with professional riders on the road following the revelation that Jonas Vingegaard crashed on Monday after being tailed by a fan during a descent near Málaga, Spain. “Jonas Vingegaard crashed during training on Monday. Fortunately, he is OK and did not sustain any serious injuries,” read a team statement. “
Why England need to prove they have class, not just form ahead of the Six Nations
When Steve Borthwick took the England head coach role from Eddie Jones, the Red Rose were not in a good position. The post Why England need to prove they have class, not just form ahead of the Six Nations appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Launch of Fresh Online Casino Guide for South Africa 2026
SouthAfricanCasinos.co.za, the leading gambling guide for South Africans that has been operating since 2003, has published its refreshed 2026 online casino guide—built to help players navigate gambling in South Africa with clearer bonus explanations, ZAR-friendly banking tips, and a curated shortlist of standout brands. The update is designed around what players are searching for most […] The post Launch of Fresh Online Casino Guide for South Africa 2026 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
World Rugby Nations Cup 2026: What It Is, Who’s In, and What to Expect
International rugby is about to get a new, more structured “middle tier” storyline. The World Rugby Nations Cup launches in 2026 as part of the revamped international calendar, designed to give teams outside the traditional annual majors more certainty, more meaningful fixtures, and a clearer narrative between World Cups. World Rugby has framed it as […] The post World Rugby Nations Cup 2026: What It Is, Who’s In, and What to Expect appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Key Players to Watch in the 2026 Rugby Calendar
Rugby in 2026 won’t give anyone the luxury of a long run-up. The Six Nations begins on February 5 and finishes on March 14, with France opening against Ireland in Paris before the tournament drifts through its familiar late-winter moods—muddy pitches, bright breath, and sudden reinvention. By the time the northern club season has been […] The post Key Players to Watch in the 2026 Rugby Calendar appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Barclay latest British athlete to join Enhanced Games
Swimmer Emily Barclay becomes the third British athlete to join the controversial Enhanced Games, set to take place in May.
Betting.za.com Publishes its 2026 Guide to Online Betting in South Africa
Betting.za.com, South Africa’s leading source for legal online betting information, has released its 2026 update aimed at helping local punters find licensed online betting options, compare reputable bookmakers, and understand what South African online gambling law does (and doesn’t) allow. With South Africa’s betting market continuing to grow, players face more choice than ever — […] The post Betting.za.com Publishes its 2026 Guide to Online Betting in South Africa appeared first on The Rugby P
Six Nations preview: France v Ireland – Why this opener could determine who takes the crown
Rugby clubs, pubs and sitting rooms across six countries will find themselves far busier than usual next Thursday when France hosts Ireland in the opening game of this year’s Men’s Six Nations. The post Six Nations preview: France v Ireland – Why this opener could determine who takes the crown appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Jay Vine recovers from kangaroo crash to win Tour Down Under for second time
Australian cycling star holds on to lead the hard way Kangaroo caused Vine and others to crash during final stage The Australian cycling star Jay Vine has survived a race crash caused by a kangaroo to win the Tour Down Under for the second time. Despite losing two more UAE Team Emirates colleagues on Sunday’s last stage, Vine’s commanding lead was enough of a buffer. He also won the event in 2023. Continue reading...
Jeremy Guscott: A fit Fin Smith gets my vote for the No.10 role with England
England’s 9-10 combination of Alex Mitchell and George Ford were at the heart of a strong Autumn series in which they beat Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, and Argentina, and as we approach the Six Nations, they are still Steve Borthwick’s main men. The post Jeremy Guscott: A fit Fin Smith gets my vote for the No.10 role with England appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Steve Borthwick urges his England superstars to be a team ahead of Six Nations
Steve Borthwick has told his young guns that putting a first Six Nations title for six years ahead of personal fame is the key to rugby immortality. The post Steve Borthwick urges his England superstars to be a team ahead of Six Nations appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Ospreys players angered after being ‘left in the dark’ over WRU Cardiff talks
The Ospreys were informed last week that the region’s owners, Y11 Sport & Media, are in talks over a potential purchase of rivals Cardiff – news that prompted some players to walk out of a meeting and led to the cancellation of a full training session. The post Ospreys players angered after being ‘left in the dark’ over WRU Cardiff talks appeared first on The Rugby Paper.