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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.
Poland Women target SVNS promotion after European podium finish against the odds
Poland Women’s Rugby 7s are quietly constructing a programme of genuine substance. Operating largely beyond the spotlight and without the financial backing enjoyed by many of their competitors, the Polish side have nonetheless emerged as one of Europe’s most consistent performers. The post Poland Women target SVNS promotion after European podium finish against the odds appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Official Review: Japan Rugby League One 2025-26 – Round Four
The fairytale continues for English coach Graham Rowntree after Urayasu D-Rocks climbed to fifth in the standings following a 28-22 win over Yokohama Canon Eagles yesterday as Japan Rugby League One resumed after the New Year’s break. The post Official Review: Japan Rugby League One 2025-26 – Round Four appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Champions Cup review: Sunday’s action shows no-one is the favourite
Sunday’s Champions Cup action was bigger proof than ever that league form means nothing in the mixing pot of Europe. The post Champions Cup review: Sunday’s action shows no-one is the favourite appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Bristol Bears hit new heights to stun Bulls in Champions Cup victory
Bristol Bears boss Pat Lam hailed a “fearless” and fully connected performance after his side produced a statement 61-49 victory against the Bulls in Pretoria to book a place in the Champions Cup knockout stage. The post Bristol Bears hit new heights to stun Bulls in Champions Cup victory appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Brendan Gallagher: A Thursday showdown in Paris is nothing new for the Six Nations
There is very little new in rugby and, although much is being made of the ‘controversial’ decision to kick off the 2026 Six Nations on a Thursday night of all things – France host Ireland on February 5 – we have of course been here before. The post Brendan Gallagher: A Thursday showdown in Paris is nothing new for the Six Nations appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Sale Sharks chief Alex Sanderson insists new coaching team will fire his side up
Alex Sanderson believes Sale Sharks’ realigned coaching set-up will lead to improved results after a disappointing first half of the campaign. The post Sale Sharks chief Alex Sanderson insists new coaching team will fire his side up appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Leicester Tigers getting ready to strike, says Adam Radwan
Adam Radwan insists the claws are sharpened and the intent is clear as Leicester Tigers stalk the second half of the season, ready to strike from just outside the play-off places. The post Leicester Tigers getting ready to strike, says Adam Radwan appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter says Newcastle Red Bulls rebuild will take time
Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter expects it will take Red Bull three years to turn Newcastle into a Premiership force. The post Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter says Newcastle Red Bulls rebuild will take time appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Tommy Freeman: I just want Northampton Saints to keep on winning
Tommy Freeman has yet to taste defeat this season for Northampton Saints and is looking to keep it that way today against holders Bordeaux-Begles in the Champions Cup. The post Tommy Freeman: I just want Northampton Saints to keep on winning appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Harlequins flanker Jack Kenningham – ‘Prepare to face a storm at The Stoop’
Jack Kenningham has told the Stormers to be prepared for a storm at The Stoop this afternoon, with Harlequins set on a mindset reset after shipping 149 points in their last three league matches. The post Harlequins flanker Jack Kenningham – ‘Prepare to face a storm at The Stoop’ appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Saracens vs Toulouse: Sarries putting their faith in youth
Mark McCall has backed his current crop of Saracens kids to emulate the Class of 2008 and take the club back to the summit of club rugby as they prepare to take on Toulouse today. The post Saracens vs Toulouse: Sarries putting their faith in youth appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Castres 20-43 Bath: Johann van Graan’s side find their feet and race to the top
Bath made a reassuring return to top form in the south of France to take charge of their pool and, with just a home game against Edinburgh on Friday remaining, look set to secure a favourable home draw in the Round of 16. The post Castres 20-43 Bath: Johann van Graan’s side find their feet and race to the top appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Harlequins vs Stormers: Jason Gilmore – We still have a lot to play for this season
Jason Gilmore is looking for the resumption of the Champions Cup to provide a reset for Harlequins, accepting they will need to front up if they are to become the first team this season to defeat Stormers. The post Harlequins vs Stormers: Jason Gilmore – We still have a lot to play for this season appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Bordeaux-Begles vs Northampton Saints: Phil Dowson plays down talk of hostile clash
Phil Dowson says that revenge is not on Northampton Saints’ mind in France today after losing last season’s Champions Cup final to Bordeaux-Begles. The post Bordeaux-Begles vs Northampton Saints: Phil Dowson plays down talk of hostile clash appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Newcastle Red Bulls 26-19 Perpignan: Christian Wade has his side running at full power
Newcastle Red Bulls marquee signing Christian Wade has proved anyone who doubted that he’s still at his best wrong as the electrifying winger was a galvanising figure to help his side qualify for the Challenge Cup knock-out stages with victory over Perpignan. The post Newcastle Red Bulls 26-19 Perpignan: Christian Wade has his side running at full power appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Havant RFC 32–21 Esher RFC: Back-to-back wins for Hav with bonus-point triumph
A solid, muscular performance saw Havant recapture early-season form and gain a bonus-point home victory against mid-table Esher. The post Havant RFC 32–21 Esher RFC: Back-to-back wins for Hav with bonus-point triumph appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Bulls 49-61 Bristol Bears: Nine-try visitors vanquish Bulls
Bristol Bears hit the heights at altitude against the Bulls. It sounds crazy to say in a game of 16 tries and 110 points when tackling sometimes appeared to be an optional extra, but it was a moment in defence that proved crucial for the Bears. The post Bulls 49-61 Bristol Bears: Nine-try visitors vanquish Bulls appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Leinster 25-24 La Rochelle: Harry Byrne comes on to win it with last kick of the match
Substitute Harry Byrne kicked a last-gasp penalty for Leinster against La Rochelle to settle a thriller that will take some beating as match of the competition. The post Leinster 25-24 La Rochelle: Harry Byrne comes on to win it with last kick of the match appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Edinburgh 26-24 Gloucester: Ewan Ashman keen to get one over his Scottish mates
Scotland hooker Ewan Ashman insists Edinburgh will head to The Rec on Friday intent on “throwing some punches” against Bath and securing bragging rights over international mates Finn Russell, Cam Redpath and Josh Bayliss before they team up for the Six Nations. The post Edinburgh 26-24 Gloucester: Ewan Ashman keen to get one over his Scottish mates appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Sale Sharks 26-10 Durban Sharks: Northern outfit give their southern rivals a lesson
South African Sharks owner Marco Masotti may have to eat a tuna-lined humble pie after Sale confirmed there’s only one true Sharks side in the Champions Cup. The post Sale Sharks 26-10 Durban Sharks: Northern outfit give their southern rivals a lesson appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Rowe bullish about Exeter future
TONY Rowe insists Exeter Chiefs will be back challenging for major honours within “two to three years” – even as the latest club accounts reveal a bruising £10.3 million loss. Rowe’s bullish prediction comes at a moment of stark financial reality for the former English and European champions. Exeter Rugby Group’s latest financial results show […] The post Rowe bullish about Exeter future appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Prop Millar Mills the latest Newcastle recruit
NEWCASTLE Red Bulls have agreed a deal to sign Northampton prop Elliot Millar Mills on a two-year contract from next season. The 33-year-old, right, who has 11 caps for Scotland, has been with Saints since 2023 after a switch from Edinburgh and helped them win the Premiership title in 2024 and reach the Champions Cup […] The post Prop Millar Mills the latest Newcastle recruit appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Edwards stays put
WALES fly-half Dan Edwards has signed a new deal with Ospreys. The 22-year-old, who started all four of Wales’ autumn internationals, had been linked with Leicester, but he has opted to stay with Mark Jones’ side despite the uncertainty in the Welsh game. Edwards has followed Wales team-mates wing Keelan Giles, flanker Harri Deaves and […] The post Edwards stays put appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Ex-Exeter coach Pellow’s new role at Camborne
By MARK STEVENS CAMBORNE have underlined their long-term ambition with a major off-field appointment, bringing in highly respected coach Ricky Pellow as part-time sporting director. The move is designed to sharpen Camborne’s strategic direction and strengthen every layer of their rugby operation as the Cherry and Whites push for sustained success. Pellow arrives after leaving […] The post Ex-Exeter coach Pellow’s new role at Camborne appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Jeremy Guscott: Mark McCall’s challenge – to create another dynasty
We don’t often hear Mark McCall making comments about a lack of “attitude and application” in the Saracens squad, and especially not just before a big European Cup clash like that against French giants Toulouse at the StoneX on Sunday evening. The post Jeremy Guscott: Mark McCall’s challenge – to create another dynasty appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Battling Warriors get off to a flyer and stay on course for home tie in last 16
By BRYN PALMER Clermont ...........21pts Tries: Moal 32, penalty 51, Simone 62 Conversions: Plummer 32, 62 Glasgow ............33pts Tries: Ferrie 9, Jones 18, Steyn 24, 71; Dempsey 34 Conversions: Horne 19, 25, 35, 72 GLASGOW made another compelling statement of their Champions Cup credentials with an impressive bonus-point win at Stade Marcel-Michelin to stay top […] The post Battling Warriors get off to a flyer and stay on course for home tie in last 16 appeared first on The Rugby Paper.