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Monday, Jun 10

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Rugby Union Weekly podcast: England summer squad pod

www.bbc.co.uk

Steve Borthwick is on the pod to discuss his 36-man squad for the summer.

20

2003 Rugby World Cup-winner scored incredible 80m try – celebrated with oxygen and a beer

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The England and Australian Legends met for a fun run around at the Twickenham Stoop in honour of the ten year anniversary of the 2003 Rugby World Cup final. Join…

Steve Borthwick puts faith in Tom Curry in much-changed England tour squad

www.theguardian.com

Times are changing in English rugby as the 36-man squad to tour Japan and New Zealand clearly illustrates. It has been many years since a full‑strength Red Rose squad boarded a long-haul flight without Owen ­Farrell, ­Courtney Lawes, the…

16

Steve Borthwick selects Tom Curry and six uncapped players for England’s summer tour

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Tom Curry has made the cut for England’s summer tour despite playing just 34 minutes of rugby since the World Cup after being included alongside six uncapped players in Steve Borthwick’s touring party.

15

Gareth Southgate looks to his ‘finishers’ at Euro 2024 – just like Eddie Jones with England

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You can imagine the tittering and raised eyebrows when the first England rugby team-sheet dropped back in 2017 using the phrase ‘finishers’ for their bench. It has taken almost seven years for the term to be accepted and it no longer…

14

England rugby squad: Ollie Sleightholme among six uncapped players to tour Japan and New Zealand

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Steve Borthwick has named his 36-man travelling party for Tests against Japan and New Zealand

England rugby squad: Ollie Sleightholme among six uncapped players to tour Japan and New Zealand

uk.sports.yahoo.com

Steve Borthwick has named his 36-man travelling party for Tests against Japan and New Zealand

03

Rugby News: Brumbies boost as Blues star ruled out, Akira’s Eden Park farewell – ‘it’s going to suck’

www.theroar.com.au

Blues captain Patrick Tuipulotu has been ruled out of the Super Rugby semifinal against the Brumbies and will potentially miss the July Tests against England. The All Blacks lock suffered a knee injury early in the Blues’ win over Fijian…

Sunday, Jun 9

00

England stars with alternative careers away from rugby, featuring a future doctor

www.ruck.co.uk

Life as a professional rugby player is thrilling yet precarious. Join the RUCK’s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Despite the fairly lucrative earnings and…

14

Fly-half George Ford to miss England tour to New Zealand

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George Ford has been ruled out of England's tour to Japan and New Zealand because of an Achilles injury, rugby chiefs announced on Sunday."Naturally we're disappointed that George won't be with us in Japan and New Zealand, but, following…

06

Blues lock Patrick Tuipulotu ruled out of playoffs and England series

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Blues captain Patrick Tuipulotu will miss the rest of the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs after suffering a knee injury against the Fijian Drua.

Saturday, Jun 8

13

England and Scotland get easy 2027 Rugby World Cup draws

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The Rugby World Cup 2027 draw is scheduled to occur in January 2026, providing a unique scenario with a full two years of international competition still to unfold. This early…

12

Sir Clive Woodward responds to claims England ‘cheated’ during 2003 Rugby World Cup

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Former England head coach Sir Clive Woodward has rejected claims that his 2003 side cheated during their Rugby World Cup success. In a document, uncovered by a documentary on talkSPORT , Richards said: “The use of…

11

Andy Farrell Shares His Opinion on England’s Anthem, Maro Itoje Won’t Sing it

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Andy Farrell, the Ireland head coach, has expressed a contrasting perspective on the contentious England rugby anthem “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot.” Maro Itoje, on the other hand, has revealed his…

10

England rugby international died of drugs overdose after depression battle

Malcolm Alker, 45, who was capped twice for England, was found dead at his home in Wigan in January 2022 after he had previously struggled with depression

Friday, Jun 7

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Former England rugby league star died of drug and alcohol overdose after depression battle

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Former Salford Red Devils captain Malcolm Alker passed away earlier this year of a drug and alcohol overdose following a battle with depression, an inquest has been told

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Marlie Packer column: 'Jess Express' can help put Saracens on track for Premiership Women's Rugby final

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England wing has a key role to play as Sarries meet Bristol in last-four showdown at StoneX Stadium

Marlie Packer column: 'Jess Express' can help put Saracens on track for Premiership Women's Rugby final

www.standard.co.uk

England wing has a key role to play as Sarries meet Bristol in last-four showdown at StoneX Stadium

Wednesday, Jun 5

23

Rugby League to pay homage to Rob Burrow

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Saturday’s Betfred Challenge Cup Final between Warrington Wolves and Wigan Warriors will kick off at 307pm, as Rugby League celebrates the life of Rob Burrow CBE – the former Leeds Rhinos, England and Great Britain scrum half who wore the…

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Saracens and England star Ben Earl headlines Rugby World July issue

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Our latest issue features an exclusive interview with the England men's player of the year ahead of the tour to New Zealand