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Sunday, Oct 19

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Chris Robshaw and Nadiya Bychkova are the THIRD couple to be eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing after tense dance-off - as emotional former rugby player thanks show for boosting his confidence

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After both couples had danced for a second time, the judges delivered their verdicts, with the former rugby player and his Ukrainian ballroom partner soon confirmed as the third couple to leave.

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Marcus Smith’s Filipino Roots Inspire the Volcanoes’ Triumphant Return to Rugby Glory

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When the final whistle blew in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, it confirmed that rugby union had officially returned to one Pacific nation. The Philippines Men’s 15s rugby team, the Volcanoes, had just…

19

At least one Rugby World Cup regular will miss 2027 as final 4 teams named

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At least one Rugby World Cup regular will miss out on Australia 2027 after World Rugby confirmed the final four nations set to contest the last remaining qualification place.

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10 Biggest Rugby Nations in the World (Ranked 10-1)

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Rugby isn’t just a sport — it’s identity, pride, and controlled chaos. From the thunder of the Springbok scrum to the artistry of French flair, every nation brings its own…

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Aussie NRL great tears shreds off England ahead of Rugby League Ashes and blasts coach Shaun Wane for his attempt to rouse his team to victory ahead of first Test

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An NRL great has lit the touch paper ahead of Australia's first rugby league Ashes Test match at Wembley on Saturday.

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England rugby star's 'inappropriate' Prince Andrew joke on Zara Tindall's big day

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A former rugby star who played alongside Mike Tindall for England has opened up about his connections to the Royal Family, and even said he once cracked a joke about Prince Andrew

Two countries BANNED from qualifying for the 2027 Rugby World Cup

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For the first time ever, every team will be locked in before the draw. The 24th and final spot will be decided at the Final Qualification Tournament in Dubai (8–18 November 2025).…

Rugby star made 'inappropriate' Prince Andrew joke on Zara and Mike Tindall's day

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Prince Andrew was the subject of a joke on a very important Royal day.

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Paraguay book Rugby World Cup repechage spot at Brazil's expense

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Under heavy rain and slippery conditions, Paraguay booked their place in the World Rugby repechage tournament this November, defeating Brazil 31-24 at Jacareí’s Estadio do Cambusano.

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Rugby star's 'inappropriate' Prince Andrew joke on Zara Tindall's big day

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James Haskell opened up about his relationship with the Royal Family - in particular a quip he made about Prince Andrew

10

Sam Warburton floored as freak teen the talk of rugby - 'I've never seen anyone like him'

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Noah Caluori scored five tries on his first start, with Warburton saying: “I haven’t seen a player ever this good in the air, ever."

Fantasy Rugby 2025/26

Welcome to the second update of this new season of TRP Fantasy Rugby. Today’s update covers the period Sunday 5th October 2025 through to Saturday 11th October 2025.

Cornish Pirates prepare for new Champ Rugby season on the open seas, but are ready to hit ground running

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Pirates have set a non-negotiable goal of reaching the top six for the new Champ Rugby season

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Arthur Mourgue's mission to inspire French Rugby League after Hull KR success

Arthur Mourgue is hoping to use his Hull KR glory to inspire a nation!

Businessman takes on mountain challenge with rugby legends

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Worcester Warriors Legends, joined by Nicol & Co’s Matt Nicol, tackle the Alpine Challenge in Chamonix to raise £5,000 for the club's Foundation charity.

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Erasmus prefers February start for Rugby Championship, 'no reason' others can't move

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Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has shared his preference to move the Rugby Championship window to February, at the same time as the Six Nations.

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My Life in Rugby: Will Owen – Today, it’s our baby who runs the show

Former Birmingham Moseley, Rotherham, Doncaster and Coventry centre, now player-coach at Clifton, Will Owen, reflects on his life in rugby.

Richie relishing Redruth’s real rise up the rugby ranks

By BEN JAYCOCK Match winner: Will Riglesford scoring against Lucs REDRUTH director of rugby Richie Kevern is proud to be leading his boyhood club into a new era and believes they can make a serious impact in National Two West this season.…

Saturday, Oct 18

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Paraguay Book Repechage for Last Spot at Rugby World Cup 2027

Paraguay have written history by booking a place in repechage. Los Yacarés eliminated Brazil by winning both test matches to rise in the World Rankings and confirm their place in repechage next month. Paraguay will be one of four teams…