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It’s ten in a row for Hurricanes
nBy SAM JACKSON WINGER FEHI FINEANGANOFO SCORED A HAT-TRICK AS HURRICANES RECORDED THEIR 10TH WIN IN A ROW AGAINST HIGHLANDERS, 50-7 IN DUNEDIN TO STAY TOP OF THE TABLE. Ahead 19-7 at half-time, the visitors benefited from Highlanders ill-discipline to score five tries in the second half. Full-back Jacob Ratumaitavuki-Kneepkens put Highlanders ahead with a […] The post It’s ten in a row for Hurricanes appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Results and tables supplied by the RFU
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NBS eclipse Epsom to claim place in history
SCHOOLSREPORT By josephterry NORTHAMPTON School for Boys completed a historic Schools Cup and Trophy double after defeating Epsom College 36-20, becoming the first state school winners in two decades. Not since St Peter’s High School’s win in 2006 had a state school claimed the crown and it was richly deserved after scoring three tries in […] The post NBS eclipse Epsom to claim place in history appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
I loved playing for Zimbabwe
FORMER ZIMBABWE, OLD ALBANIAN, RAMS, CHESTER, WORTHING AND SALE SHARKS ACADEMY CENTRE THE proudest moment of my rugby career wasn’t a try, a win or even a final. It was standing in Harare, pulling on the Zimbabwe shirt, singing the national anthem and looking up to see the president’s helicopter circling above the stadium. You’ve […] The post I loved playing for Zimbabwe appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Newport make it a triple affair
Super Rygbi round-up By CARL FIELD NEWPORT added the Super Rygbi Cymru Challenger Shield to the SRC Trophy and SRC Cup they already hold after defeating Gwent rivals Ebbw Vale 44-17 at Eugene Cross Park. The result saw league leaders Ebbw finally surrender their grip on the Shield they had held since October 5, 2024 […] The post Newport make it a triple affair appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Ponty work hard to stay on top
Premiership round-up ■By CARL FIELD Ebbw had taken an ear-Llandovery, in third, break but a dominant sec-a play-off eliminator. PONTYPRIDD remain top of the Welsh Premiership but needed a second half comeback to win 34-31 at relegation battling Llanelli Wanderers. The Valley Commandos trailed 31-15 at the break at Stradey Park – but 19 unanswered […] The post Ponty work hard to stay on top appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
BRITISH RESULTS AND FIXTURES
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After three rounds, it all looked so easy…
JAMES HARRINGTON FRENCH COLUMN WELL, that was a remarkable end to what turned out to be an utterly astonishing Six Nations, wasn’t it? For the first three rounds, it had looked like a walk in the rugby park for Fabien Galthie’s French. They had conceded just 34 points at that stage, and scored 123 in […] The post After three rounds, it all looked so easy… appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Forthcoming fixtures
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McGuigan to leave coaching role at Sale
BYRON McGuigan, who was part of England’s coaching set-up during the Six Nations, is to leave his role as Sale Sharks defence coach. McGuigan, 36, joined Steve Borthwick’s back room team for last summer’s tour to Argentina and the USA before extending into the autumn internationals and the Six Nations. He combined that role with […] The post McGuigan to leave coaching role at Sale appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
‘We took time to find our rhythm’
BATH head of rugby Johann van Graan was most impressed with the attitude of his side. He said: “We knew that it would take a few minutes to get accustomed to each other again and then we found our rhythm at 10-0 down and we managed to score quite a few tries. “We used our […] The post ‘We took time to find our rhythm’ appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Italy star Tommaso Menoncello seals blockbuster big-money transfer
Tommaso Menoncello is set to complete a blockbuster move to Stade Toulousain, in a transfer that has sent shockwaves through European rugby. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest… The post Italy star Tommaso Menoncello seals blockbuster big-money transfer appeared first on Ruck.
“Done with him” – Blacklisted England star hits out at Steve Borthwick
With the clock ticking down to the 2027 Rugby World Cup, England’s trajectory under Steve Borthwick is sharpening into focus. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community hereand get the latest news… The post “Done with him” – Blacklisted England star hits out at Steve Borthwick appeared first on Ruck.
Six Nations star rushed in for spine stabilisation surgery
Italy and Benetton tighthead prop Simone Ferrari is facing a significant spell on the sidelines after undergoing neck surgery this week. The 31-year-old was operated on Thursday, undergoing cervical spine… The post Six Nations star rushed in for spine stabilisation surgery appeared first on Ruck.
Jonny May to leave rugby for a career in the armed forces
Former England winger Jonny May is preparing for life beyond rugby, even as he continues to play on in France. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent… The post Jonny May to leave rugby for a career in the armed forces appeared first on Ruck.
Gloucester beat fellow Prem strugglers Harlequins
Gloucester secure just their second Prem victory of the season as they fight back to beat fellow strugglers Harlequins 26-19 at The Stoop.
Exeter beat Sale to move into Prem play-off places
Exeter move into the Prem play-off places after a 26-14 win over Sale at Sandy Park.
Northampton hold off late Newcastle fightback in thriller to reclaim top spot
Northampton 28-27 Newcastle Bottom side secure losing and try bonus points On the face of it, not a lot to see here. The league leaders return to the top of the table with a bonus-point win against the team placed bottom. But don’t you believe it. Newcastle may have shipped 60 the last time they played a Prem game here, but they pushed the Saints all the way. Northampton, it must be said, were about as far from full strength as can be. George Furbank was given his latest run-out at full-back,
Sharks put Munster to the sword in URC encounter
Sharks score seven tries as they inflict a humbling 45-0 defeat on Munster in Saturday's United Rugby Championship game in Durban.
Northampton return to top with narrow win over bottom side Newcastle
Northampton Saints go top of the Prem table with a hard fought and often unconvincing 28-27 victory over bottom club Newcastle Red Bulls.
Wolfhounds defeat Thunder to set up Clovers final
Wolfhounds will join fellow Irish side Clovers in the Celtic Challenge final after easing to a 36-10 victory over Brython Thunder.
Morgan returns but Moriarty sent off in Ospreys loss
Wales captain Jac Morgan returns as Ross Moriarty is sent off in Ospreys' United Rugby Championship defeat by Benetton in Treviso.
Menin stars as Chiefs breeze to win over Tigers
DaLeaka Menin scores two tries as Exeter Chiefs ease to a 43-0 victory over struggling Leicester Tigers in the Premiership Women's Rugby.
Edinburgh suffer heavy loss away at Lions
Edinburgh suffer another humbling defeat in Johannesburg at the hands of the Lions who run in eight tries in a completely dominant performance.
Clovers book spot in Celtic Challenge final
Clovers secure their spot in the Celtic Challenge final with a 35-20 win over Gwalia Lightning at Dexcom Stadium.
Wilcock scores stunning try but Harlequins beaten by Trailfinders
Beth Wilcock scores a brilliant solo try to give Harlequins a 17-14 lead against Trailfinders, but the away side snatch victory in the final moments as Abi Burton scores to help seal a 21-17 victory at Twickenham Stoop in the Premiership Women's Rugby.
Connacht secure bonus-point win over Ulster
Connacht produce a powerful second-half display to secure a statement United Rugby Championship victory over Ulster at the Affidea Stadium.
Champions Bath blow away Saracens in nine-try rout to reclaim top spot
Bath 62-15 Saracens Finn Russell kicks 17 points and Arundell scores twice Champions Bath left no doubt about their appetite for another title as they swept Saracens aside 62-15 at the Rec to regain top spot. The Londoners started brightly and did not lack effort but Bath’s killer instinct earned them nine tries in front of another capacity crowd. Scotland’s Finn Russell kicked 17 points from seven conversions and a penalty. Russell and the club captain, Ben Spencer, were straight back into ac
Bath surpass 60 points in thrashing of Saracens
Bath score nine tries in a statement 62-15 win over Saracens as the Prem returns after an eight-week break.
Scarlets sweep aside Zebre with bonus-point win
Scarlets come out on top of the United Rugby Championship basement battle, running in six tries against a lacklustre Zebre.