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Wem wins a real thriller for Welsh
Oxford H ..................28 London Welsh ....... 31 ■By RHYS COOPE OXFORD Harlequins and London Welsh served up a pulsating, high-scoring contest packed with attacking rugby, momentum swings, and late drama, with the visitors eventually edging a thrilling encounter. London Welsh made a flying start and quickly opened up a 12-0 lead with tries from Adam […] The post Wem wins a real thriller for Welsh appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Liam looking for Raiders to get back on right track
■By CHRIS COLLYER 50 up: Guernsey’s Liam Welch Picture: Martin Gray GUERNSEY’S stalwart flanker Liam Welch relished making his 50th club appearance last weekend and hopes to help fix his side’s mid-season slump. Despite last week’s 42-35 loss to table-toppers Old Albanians, the 30-year-old touched down for a hat-trick of tries on his memorable landmark […] The post Liam looking for Raiders to get back on right track appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
YOUNG GUNS
FINNBAKER NEWCASTLE SECOND ROW At just 21, Newcastle lock Finn Baker is beginning to turn promise into opportunity, with a recent breakthrough Prem debut. Baker has been part of the Red Bulls’ system for the past two years but admits his rise into the senior side has come quickly after a period spent largely learning […] The post YOUNG GUNS appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Results
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Bath find way past Exeter to stay in top spot
SCHOOLS REPORT By JOSEPH TERRY BATH remain top of the Prem Next Gen after round five having snuck by Exeter 35-32 on the road. The Blue, Black and White are now more than a bonus-point win clear of second, with Beechen Cliff hooker Logan Jarvie scoring two tries. Co-captain Max Hooper slotted 10 crucial points […] The post Bath find way past Exeter to stay in top spot appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Regional results
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Big dogs looking for clear run to the play-offs
By JOSEPH TERRY AS the breakneck final block of BUCS Super Rugby fixtures looms, the top spot is priceless looking ahead to the play-offs. The league champions will play the final home quarter-finalist if they defeat the bottom play-off side in eighth – importantly avoiding the second and third seeds. A cleaner run to the […] The post Big dogs looking for clear run to the play-offs appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Wrestle room is helping Simpson beef up
NEWS EXTRA By JOSEPH TERRY NOTTINGHAM University fly-half Harry Simpson aims to express himself as he makes his first steps into the pro game. Simpson, 21, made his debut for Nottingham in the Champ over Christmas looking to right some wrongs from his time in Leicester Tigers’ academy. Simpson said: “I was on the bench […] The post Wrestle room is helping Simpson beef up appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Regional results
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FANTASY RUGBY 2025/26
Welcome to the latest update of this season’s TRP Fantasy Rugby. Today’s update covers the period Sunday January 4, 2026 through to Saturday January 10. So, we are now fast approaching the TRP Fantasy Rugby 2025/26 Substitution Window deadline. The window opened on Thursday January 1, 2026 and closes at midnight on Saturday January 31. […] The post FANTASY RUGBY 2025/26 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
My Life in Rugby: Matt Cornish – We set the standards that others must chase
The Ealing Trailfinders and former London Irish and England Counties hooker, Matt Cornish, reflects on his life in rugby. The post My Life in Rugby: Matt Cornish – We set the standards that others must chase appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Scottish bank on history to help survival
By JOSEPH TERRY MATT Wilkinson insists London Scottish are using their proud history as an exile club to fuel their Champ survival bid. The 26-year-old lock, who is on loan from Harlequins, is relishing the battle to lift Scottish out of the relegation play-offs. The club’s identity is set in the historic roots of the […] The post Scottish bank on history to help survival appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Thorne delighted to hit 300 with his best mates
By BEN JAYCOCK DAN Thorne has brought up 300 appearances for Newbury Blues and credits friendship, loyalty and community for his remarkable one-club journey. Thorne played his 300th game at Old Centralians in Regional 2 Severn before Christmas, marking the occasion with a bonus-point victory. And last week, Newbury secured a 34-21 win over Thornby […] The post Thorne delighted to hit 300 with his best mates appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Ponty hit seven to stay at the top of the table
Welsh Premiership By CARL FIELD LEADERS Pontypridd bounced back from last weekend’s defeat at Narberth with a 40-12 seven tries to two home win over Llangennech. Louis Tovey, Joe Davies, Lloyd Wilkins, Cai James, George Thorrington, Connah Hughes and Lloyd Dennett were all on the scoresheet. Wilkins converted James’ try, while Logan Jones kicked a […] The post Ponty hit seven to stay at the top of the table appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
BRITISH RESULTS AND FIXTURES
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Jones is Toulon’s secret weapon
JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN TOP 14 totem side Toulon delivered a recruitment surprise this past week, arguably the big signing shock of the season so far, when they announced British and Irish Lion and Scotland and Edinburgh centre Huw Jones had agreed a two-year deal, days after rivals Montpellier had confirmed the anticipated arrival of […] The post Jones is Toulon’s secret weapon appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Forthcoming fixtures
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Kleyn signs for Gloucester
GLOUCESTER have signed World Cup-winning South Africa lock Jean Kleyn for next season, after a decade playing for Munster. Kleyn, who has 10 Springbok caps and came off the bench in the 2023 World Cup final win against New Zealand, has also represented Ireland, playing five matches including two at the 2019 World Cup, having […] The post Kleyn signs for Gloucester appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Scotland’s Jones is on his way to Toulon
SCOTLAND centre Huw Jones will join Toulon at the end of the season. The 32-year-old British and Irish Lion, who returned for a second spell with Glasgow from Harlequins in 2022, has signed a two-year contract. Jones will join Scotland team-mate Ben White at Toulon, the scrum-half having signed a new two- year contract with […] The post Scotland’s Jones is on his way to Toulon appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
The 10 Best Dental Clinics in the World
Dental tourism is no longer a trend—it’s a global phenomenon. From Los Angeles to Seoul, Istanbul to São Paulo, patients are crossing borders for smile makeovers, dental implants, veneers, and full-mouth restorations. When we look at why, a few themes keep coming up: modern clinics with digital workflows, experienced teams handling high case volumes, and […] The post The 10 Best Dental Clinics in the World appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Why Ireland are unlikely to win the 2026 Six Nations
For the first time in a couple of years, Ireland aren’t the favourites to win the Six Nations. The leading Irish rugby betting sites expect both France and England to finish ahead of Andy Farrell’s side, just as they did last year. But is this just a case of unfavourable fixtures, a sign of things […] The post Why Ireland are unlikely to win the 2026 Six Nations appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
New Rugby Paper Roundup: Scott Robertson sacked! Right call? + Brilliant Bristol Bears ft Paul Williams
In this week’s episode of the Rugby Paper Roundup, Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by rugby columnist Paul Williams. The post New Rugby Paper Roundup: Scott Robertson sacked! Right call? + Brilliant Bristol Bears ft Paul Williams appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Official Preview: Japan Rugby League One 2025-26 – Round Five
Things might be about to get worse for Toyota Verblitz. Fresh off having let a 29-10 halftime lead slip against BlackRams Tokyo, they now must rouse themselves for one of the most daunting assignments in League One, visiting unbeaten Kubota Spears at their Tokyo home base, Spears Edoriku Field in eastern Tokyo. The post Official Preview: Japan Rugby League One 2025-26 – Round Five appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Rugby players enjoy gaming for relaxation
Rugby players are known for their intense physical prowess and strategic thinking on the field. Away from the pitch, many find solace in gaming, a pursuit that offers relaxation and mental stimulation. This article discusses how rugby stars unwind through games that challenge their strategic minds. In the world of professional rugby, where physical endurance […] The post Rugby players enjoy gaming for relaxation appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Epic Rugby World Cup Moments That Defined a Generation
In the high-stakes world of Fairplay rugby, few events capture the raw passion and unpredictability like the Rugby World Cup. Sport transcends boundaries and creates heroes across generations in tournaments such as these. There’s no doubt that upsets and individual brilliance help in defining a tournament. In terms of essence o f rugby union, these […] The post Epic Rugby World Cup Moments That Defined a Generation appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Academy Pathways That Turn U20 Talent Into First Team Regulars
Every club claims to “believe in youth.” The table tells the truth. A real academy pathway is visible when U20 talent does not just debut in a cup match, but earns league minutes, survives a bad game, and comes back the next week. That is the difference between a showcase system and a production system. […] The post Academy Pathways That Turn U20 Talent Into First Team Regulars appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Scott Robertson removed as All Blacks boss
New Zealand are searching for a new head coach after Scott Robertson was forced to step aside following an internal review midway through the 2027 World Cup cycle. The post Scott Robertson removed as All Blacks boss appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
British and Irish Lions set to play France in first meeting for nearly 40 years
France have been touted to host a warm-up game against the British and Irish Lions ahead of their New Zealand tour, according to the latest reports. The post British and Irish Lions set to play France in first meeting for nearly 40 years appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Why People Care About Results Even When the Process Matters More
People often say they value the journey more than the destination. It sounds right, almost wise. But in practice, attention still drifts toward the ending – the moment when everything finally becomes clear. This isn’t hypocrisy. It’s how the mind looks for closure, especially when the process itself is uncertain or emotionally charged. The Moment […] The post Why People Care About Results Even When the Process Matters More appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
How to Identify the Moment When It’s Time to Change Strategy in Live Games
Live games are constantly evolving, and a strategy that seemed logical at the beginning of a session may eventually stop matching what is actually happening. The main challenge is not coming up with a strategy, but recognizing in time that the current approach is no longer effective. Most mistakes in live formats stem from delayed […] The post How to Identify the Moment When It’s Time to Change Strategy in Live Games appeared first on The Rugby Paper.