#  @TelegraphRugby Telegraph Rugby Telegraph Rugby posts on X about australia, head coach, ireland, new zealand the most. They currently have [------] followers and [----] posts still getting attention that total [-------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [-------] [#](/creator/twitter::74110316/interactions)  ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/twitter::74110316/posts_active)  ### Followers: [------] [#](/creator/twitter::74110316/followers)  ### CreatorRank: [-------] [#](/creator/twitter::74110316/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [countries](/list/countries) [finance](/list/finance) [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) [automotive brands](/list/automotive-brands) [nfl](/list/nfl) [social networks](/list/social-networks) [ncaa football](/list/ncaa-football) [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) [celebrities](/list/celebrities) [premier league](/list/premier-league) **Social topic influence** [australia](/topic/australia), [head coach](/topic/head-coach), [ireland](/topic/ireland) #1156, [new zealand](/topic/new-zealand), [south africa](/topic/south-africa), [england](/topic/england) #1379, [france](/topic/france), [argentina](/topic/argentina), [ford](/topic/ford), [springboks](/topic/springboks) **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@charliefelix](/creator/undefined) [@danscho1](/creator/undefined) [@gavinmairs](/creator/undefined) [@charlesrtel](/creator/undefined) [@oliverbrowntel](/creator/undefined) [@bencoles](/creator/undefined) [@crichardsontel](/creator/undefined) [@brianmoore666](/creator/undefined) [@willgreenwood](/creator/undefined) [@fitomas](/creator/undefined) [@alandymock](/creator/undefined) [@charliefelixs](/creator/undefined) [@waynebarnesref](/creator/undefined) [@avfclancelot](/creator/undefined) [@jcorrigangolf](/creator/undefined) [@goodbadrugby](/creator/undefined) [@katelouiserowan](/creator/undefined) [@nigelrefowens](/creator/undefined) [@cerichardson](/creator/undefined) [@tomcarytel](/creator/undefined) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "Englands rugby revival Its all about Gen Z 🏉 Steve Borthwick is harnessing young talent like Henry Pollock focusing on the joy of winningnot the fear of losing. Full story: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/england-rugby-team-flourish-after-harnessing-gen-z-talent/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_after-harnessing-gen-z-talent/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/england-rugby-team-flourish-after-harnessing-gen-z-talent/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_after-harnessing-gen-z-talent/" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2022632445141545216) 2026-02-14T11:22Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements "Englands long winning run came to an end with a comprehensive defeat by Scotland 🏴 Maro Itoje - [--] 🏴 Henry Arundell - [--] 🏴 Finn Russell - [--] 🏴 Huw Jones - [--] @danscho1 and @CharlesRTel give their full player ratings #SCOvENG #GuinnessM6N https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/scotland-v-england-player-ratings-six-nations/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_england-player-ratings-six-nations/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/scotland-v-england-player-ratings-six-nations/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_england-player-ratings-six-nations/" [X Link](https://x.com/TelegraphRugby/status/2022749480185901102) 2026-02-14T19:07Z 47.6K followers, 13K engagements "Who should Steve Borthwick start against Ireland ✅ Henry Pollock ✅ Max Ojomoh ❌ Sam Underhill ❌ Freddie Steward Our writers have had their say now it's your turn. Leave your starting XV's here https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/16/our-experts-pick-england-teams-v-ireland-six-nations-2026/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_v-ireland-six-nations-2026/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/16/our-experts-pick-england-teams-v-ireland-six-nations-2026/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_v-ireland-six-nations-2026/" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023379998917226760) 2026-02-16T12:52Z 47.6K followers, 20.6K engagements "🤔 How do you feel about ads during scrums A few weeks into the Six Nations @CharlesRTel has his say. Watch the latest Telegraph Rugby Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watchv=F3RYvnsEOEQ https://www.youtube.com/watchv=F3RYvnsEOEQ" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023427306354618660) 2026-02-16T16:00Z 47.6K followers, 21.4K engagements "'Maybe he stays out on the wing too much and the way the game is now thats a luxury.' @GavinMairsaddresses the Henry Arundell conundrum in the latest episode of the Telegraph Rugby Podcast. @AlanDymock @CharlesRTel Watch here https://www.youtube.com/watchv=F3RYvnsEOEQ https://www.youtube.com/watchv=F3RYvnsEOEQ" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023702835578499552) 2026-02-17T10:15Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements "Henry Slade exclusive: 'I am not going to have a Covid vaccine - I don't agree with it all' @KateLouiseRowan https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2021/05/27/henry-slade-exclusive-not-going-have-covid-vaccine-dont-agree/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1622131702 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2021/05/27/henry-slade-exclusive-not-going-have-covid-vaccine-dont-agree/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1622131702" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1397947798469873666) 2021-05-27T16:08Z 47.6K followers, [---] engagements "Failing to appoint Shaun Edwards is the great 'what-if' moment in England rugby history @danscho1 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/03/16/failing-appoint-shaun-edwards-great-what-if-moment-england-rugby/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1647417500-1 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/03/16/failing-appoint-shaun-edwards-great-what-if-moment-england-rugby/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1647417500-1" [X Link](https://x.com/TelegraphRugby/status/1504005107100311558) 2022-03-16T08:02Z 47.6K followers, [---] engagements "A 20-minute red card papers over the cracks - it is totally wrong and if we go down that route then rugby is going to be in trouble @Nigelrefowens https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/04/13/forget-20-minute-red-cards-focus-correctly-sending-players/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1649864783-1 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/04/13/forget-20-minute-red-cards-focus-correctly-sending-players/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1649864783-1" [X Link](https://x.com/TelegraphRugby/status/1514268774052114434) 2022-04-13T15:46Z 47.6K followers, [---] engagements "My children kiss me on the head. They try to kiss the dementia away. Rugby World Cup winner Steve Thompson talks about the struggles of living with dementia and why the sport needs to change Thread https://www.telegraph.co.uk/health-fitness/mind/steve-thompson-children-kiss-head-hoping-kiss-dementia-away/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/health-fitness/mind/steve-thompson-children-kiss-head-hoping-kiss-dementia-away/" [X Link](https://x.com/TelegraphRugby/status/1574860581764472873) 2022-09-27T20:36Z 47.6K followers, [---] engagements "Breaking: Owen Farrell to be dropped from England starting XV for first time since [----] World Cup. #TelegraphRugby #GuinnessSixNations" [X Link](https://x.com/TelegraphRugby/status/1633548780514492417) 2023-03-08T19:22Z 47.6K followers, 304K engagements "World Rugby has badly let down England and Tom Curry ✍ @oliverbrown_tel #TelegraphRugby I #RWC2023" [X Link](https://x.com/TelegraphRugby/status/1717635694418436181) 2023-10-26T20:13Z 47.6K followers, 518.6K engagements "Tom Currys five concussions mean he should be nowhere near this England team @danscho1 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/23/tom-curry-five-concussions-england-borthwick-rfu-sale/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1732357677 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/23/tom-curry-five-concussions-england-borthwick-rfu-sale/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1732357677" [X Link](https://x.com/TelegraphRugby/status/1860269049323589663) 2024-11-23T10:27Z 47.6K followers, 58.8K engagements "✍ 'What a reality check this defeat is for England' Writes @WillGreenwood 'Steve Borthwick still possesses an awesomely powerful squad but they continue to make some daft decisions' Read the full column below 👇 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/will-greenwood-england-risky-bench-strategy-scotland/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_england-risky-bench-strategy-scotland/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/will-greenwood-england-risky-bench-strategy-scotland/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_england-risky-bench-strategy-scotland/" [X Link](https://x.com/TelegraphRugby/status/2022778001201459544) 2026-02-14T21:00Z 47.6K followers, 14.9K engagements "Scotland lifted the Calcutta Cup after beating England but how were Townsend's side able to build a 17-point buffer when nothing went right for the visitors @CharlesRTel picks apart Englands nightmare [--] minutes at Murrayfield https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/15/england-nightmare-20-minutes-against-scotland-dissected/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_20-minutes-against-scotland-dissected/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/15/england-nightmare-20-minutes-against-scotland-dissected/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_20-minutes-against-scotland-dissected/" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2022959293184541112) 2026-02-15T09:00Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements "REFEREE'S VIEW: Stop blaming refs for ruining the game - tackles like Charlie Ewels' MUST be stamped out @Nigelrefowens https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/03/12/stop-blaming-referees-ruining-game-tackles-like-charlie-ewels/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1647209871 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/03/12/stop-blaming-referees-ruining-game-tackles-like-charlie-ewels/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1647209871" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1503170969107668999) 2022-03-14T00:47Z 47.6K followers, [---] engagements "Exclusive: Warren Gatland re-appointed Wales head coach after Wayne Pivac sacked @CERichardson_" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1599727945446203392) 2022-12-05T11:30Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements "Exclusive: EPRC awards both European finals to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in 2024" [X Link](https://x.com/TelegraphRugby/status/1650557116246024206) 2023-04-24T17:47Z 47.6K followers, 434.1K engagements "Exclusive: Premiership considering proposal to become an Anglo-Welsh league ✍ @GavinMairs #TelegraphRugby" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1834247054098362725) 2024-09-12T15:05Z 47.6K followers, 98.1K engagements "George Ford's kicking has given England an extra dimension to their attack 🌀 Spiral bombs 💣 End-over-end bombs 🎯 Touch-finders Chips 🥾 Grubbers 💥 Territorial kicks @CharlesRTel analyses the fly-half's kicking below #GuinnessM6N https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/10/george-fords-variety-kicking-setting-him-apart/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_fb_photo_variety-kicking-setting-him-apart/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/10/george-fords-variety-kicking-setting-him-apart/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_fb_photo_variety-kicking-setting-him-apart/" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2022679820673376539) 2026-02-14T14:30Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements "Scotlad get their hands back on the Calcutta Cup after a 31-20 win over England Both sides now have one win and one loss to their name Find out more #GuinnessM6N #SCOvENG https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/scotland-v-england-live-score-latest-six-nations-updates/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_score-latest-six-nations-updates/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/scotland-v-england-live-score-latest-six-nations-updates/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_score-latest-six-nations-updates/" [X Link](https://x.com/TelegraphRugby/status/2022741305730720002) 2026-02-14T18:34Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements "✍ 'Discipline and accuracy: these are the foundations on which the Borthwick revolution has been built. At a stroke they have crumbled' Writes @oliverbrown_tel Read the full column below 👇 #GuinnessM6N #SCOvENG https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/england-became-battalion-of-bunglers-overawed-murrayfield/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_fb_photo_battalion-of-bunglers-overawed-murrayfield/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/england-became-battalion-of-bunglers-overawed-murrayfield/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_fb_photo_battalion-of-bunglers-overawed-murrayfield/" [X Link](https://x.com/TelegraphRugby/status/2022772697801838954) 2026-02-14T20:39Z 47.6K followers, 11.7K engagements "🗣 'Condemning the Welsh Rugby Union is of little use when it provides no alternative suggestions.' Read Brian Moore's column below https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/09/wales-display-against-england-shows-why-changes-are-needed/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_shows-why-changes-are-needed/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/09/wales-display-against-england-shows-why-changes-are-needed/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_shows-why-changes-are-needed/" [X Link](https://x.com/TelegraphRugby/status/2023004734886424735) 2026-02-15T12:01Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements "Brian Moore on Englands Scotland defeat: ❌ The bench split didnt work ❓ Replacing Maro Itoje made little sense ⚠ And the Pom Squad finally hit its limits With Ireland up next the stakes couldnt be higher https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/16/england-pom-squad-failed-marcus-smith/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_pom-squad-failed-marcus-smith/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/16/england-pom-squad-failed-marcus-smith/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_pom-squad-failed-marcus-smith/" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023305467515072532) 2026-02-16T07:56Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements "Gregor Townsends certainly in a better place than he was a week ago but I dont think it changes much. @CharlesRTel runs the rule over Scotland's victory against England with @AlanDymock and @GavinMairs. Watch the latest Telegraph Rugby Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watchv=F3RYvnsEOEQ https://www.youtube.com/watchv=F3RYvnsEOEQ" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023415178642035045) 2026-02-16T15:12Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements "🔴 EXCLUSIVE: Henry Pollock is in line to play in the back row as Steve Borthwick shakes up his pack after Six Nation's defeat by Scotland Read more here https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/17/henry-pollock-expected-to-start-for-england-against-ireland/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_start-for-england-against-ireland/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/17/henry-pollock-expected-to-start-for-england-against-ireland/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_start-for-england-against-ireland/" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023729644977913927) 2026-02-17T12:02Z 47.6K followers, 69.2K engagements "🏒 Frances Pierre Crinon has been banned by his own team for elbowing and then fighting an opponent at the Winter Olympics in Italy. Read more about the fight on the ice here https://www.telegraph.co.uk/winter-olympics/2026/02/17/ice-hockey-player-banned-for-fighting-winter-olympics/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_banned-for-fighting-winter-olympics/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/winter-olympics/2026/02/17/ice-hockey-player-banned-for-fighting-winter-olympics/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_banned-for-fighting-winter-olympics/" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/2023744604911046973) 2026-02-17T13:01Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements "The nation that benefited the most and least from Lions tour Key takeaways from triumphant trip of Australia for respective head coaches with World Cup coming into view" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/05/nation-benefited-most-and-least-from-lions-tour/) 2025-08-05T09:50Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Englands young prop powerhouses are unlike anything else in the country Afo Fasogbon and Asher Opoku-Fordjour both started on the opening weekend of the Premiership season and produced assured performances" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/09/24/england-prop-scrum-afo-fasogbon-asher-opoku-fordjour/) 2024-09-25T13:34Z 48.9K followers, 12.5K engagements "Englands Rugby World Cup annihilation of Samoa highlights gulf between haves and have-nots England [--] Samoa 3" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/30/england-v-samoa-live-womens-rugby-world-cup-score-latest/) 2025-08-30T18:39Z 48K followers, 10.2K engagements "New Zealand beat Australia to retain Bledisloe Cup New Zealand [--] Australia 24" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/09/27/new-zealand-v-australia-score-updates-rugby-championship/) 2025-09-27T07:22Z 208.1M followers, [---] engagements "London Welsh's scoreless 'classic' is a reminder games do not need tries to entertain Having once described the All Blacks’ drawn series against the Lions as “like kissing your sister” Lord knows what dubious metaphor Steve Hansen the New Zealand head coach would employ to depict London Welsh’s 0-0 draw against Old Streetonians on Saturday" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2018/10/09/london-welshs-scoreless-classic-reminder-games-do-not-need-tries/) 2018-10-09T19:17Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements "Ilona Maher in talks with English clubs ahead of Womens Rugby World Cup Exclusive: Bristol and Gloucester-Hartpury potential destinations for USA Sevens star who is rugbys most followed player on social media" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/10/25/ilona-maher-bristol-premiership-england-rugby-world-cup/) 2024-10-25T13:17Z 208.1M followers, 61.1K engagements "Pat Howard coached Leicester to title at [--] then walked away from rugby Former Leicester head coach on a memorable double but missing the treble why he really left Welford Road and working for Cricket Australia" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/26/pat-howard-interview-martin-johnson-leicester-cricket/) 2025-08-26T12:40Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "England squad: Luther Burrell axed by Eddie Jones as Danny Cipriani and Chris Ashton are overlooked but Nathan Hughes gets the nod Luther Burrell who started England’s first Test victory against Australia in June has been axed from Eddie Jones’s provisional 45-man elite player training squad as one of a number of high-profile omissions including Chris Ashton and Danny Cipriani" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2016/08/01/england-squad-eddie-jones-selects-nathan-hughes-but-no-place-for/) 2016-08-01T18:48Z 48.9K followers, [--] engagements "Portugals reward for historic first World Cup win is to be frozen out of rugbys top table The progress of Tier Two nations at the World Cup demands that they be given a chance to compete more regularly against the best" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2023/10/09/portugal-world-cup-win-six-nations-lagisquet-georgia-chile/) 2023-10-09T18:08Z 48.9K followers, 11.6K engagements "John Mitchells journey from hard nut player to coaching softie Formerly a fearsome operator Red Roses head coach once known as Mad Mitch has mellowed being brought to tears in press conferences" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/09/24/john-mitchell-journey-from-hard-nut-player-to-softie/) 2025-09-24T15:05Z 208.1M followers, 12K engagements "Joe El-Abd to replace Felix Jones as England defence coach Exclusive: El-Abd will take up post ahead of the autumn Tests if terms can be agreed between RFU and French club Oyonnax" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/09/24/joe-el-abd-replace-felix-jones-england-defence-coach/) 2024-09-24T15:36Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements "How Owen Farrells cameo helped Lions over the line Andy Farrell took a risk by introducing his son off the bench but he played a telling role in a compelling finale to the second Test" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/28/owen-farrell-cameo-help-lions-over-line/) 2025-07-28T12:28Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "England labelled disgraceful over attitude towards opposing national anthems God Defend New Zealand was not performed live by a professional singer drawing the ire of former Ireland lock Donncha OCallaghan" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/08/england-disgraceful-national-anthems-twickenham-ocallaghan/) 2024-11-08T17:11Z 48.8K followers, [--] engagements "Its time to discuss alternatives to Australia as a Lions destination Only a handful of Wallabies would make a 23-man squad combining players from both sides and observers should stop pretending otherwise" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/21/british-and-irish-lions-tour-alternatives-to-australia/) 2025-07-21T08:25Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Here is what the [----] Lions team will look like From already-trusted tourists to emerging young talents these are the players who will fancy their chances of taking on the All Blacks" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/05/here-is-what-the-2029-lions-team-will-look-like/) 2025-08-05T11:20Z 208.1M followers, 14.4K engagements "Fury over RFU chief Bill Sweeneys out of touch 1.1m pay packet Huge package comes despite cost-cutting and redundancies at Twickenham and makes Sweeney the joint highest-paid executive in UK sport" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/25/rfu-chief-executive-bill-sweeney-paid-record-salary/) 2024-11-25T17:37Z 228.6M followers, 48.6K engagements "Saracens fly-half AlexLozowski grows up after Chelsea snub him for being 'too small Alex Lozowski the Saracens fly-half still speaks of his time as a teenager in the Chelsea academy with a sense of wonder" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2016/09/14/saracens-fly-half-alex-lozowski-grows-up-after-chelsea-snub-him/) 2016-09-15T08:23Z 48K followers, [--] engagements "The reason England have dropped Sam Underhill Bath flanker more expendable than one might think for a player who is widely respected around the world" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/10/29/reason-england-dropped-sam-underhill-new-zealand/) 2024-10-29T17:41Z 208.1M followers, 46K engagements "Sport can bring divided country together if its on free-to-air TV Englands Womens Rugby World Cup triumph broke broadcasting records but game must now walk tricky line between exposure and hard cash" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/09/29/england-world-cup-win-free-to-air-importance/) 2025-09-29T07:03Z 208.1M followers, 12.7K engagements "Australia furious about Hugo Keenans winning Lions try Jac Morgans contact on Carlo Tizzano in build-up to decisive score was controversially deemed legal much to the hosts chagrin" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/26/dan-sheehan-superman-try-lions-but-should-it-have-stood/) 2025-07-26T13:26Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Tom Voyce former England rugby player swept away to his death by Storm Darragh flood Tributes paid to fleet-footed wing who will be forever associated with great Wasps dynasty of Warren Gatland and Sir Ian McGeechan" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/12/10/tom-voyce-former-england-wing-believed-to-be-dead-aged-43/) 2024-12-10T17:27Z 48.5K followers, [----] engagements "England hold off France to reach Womens Rugby World Cup final France [--] England 35" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/09/20/england-v-france-live-women-rugby-world-cup-semi-score/) 2025-09-20T17:05Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements "England women's rugby World Cup finalists [----] by friends and family who know them best Messages for England's World Cup finalists including a 'baby rhino' and an All Blacks mega fan" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/11/11/england-rugby-red-roses-tribute-2022-world-cup-final/) 2022-11-11T12:48Z 208.1M followers, [---] engagements "Northern Hemisphere at loggerheads over 20-minute red cards before crucial vote France have expressed firm opposition to the proposal saying it is an unacceptable step backwards by World Rugby" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/11/northern-hemisphere-vote-20-minute-red-card-tmo-bunker/) 2024-11-11T17:35Z 48.8K followers, [----] engagements "Owen Farrell to be left out of England squad for autumn internationals Exclusive: Possible return before [----] World Cup not ruled out as former captain aims to continue good form for Saracens" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/10/17/owen-farrell-england-squad-autumn-internationals-borthwick/) 2025-10-17T06:56Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Owen Farrell: I do not understand the poison around me After being named as Lions captain for first time English centre discusses his late call-up social media and new-found perspective" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/21/owen-farrell-named-lions-captain-first-nations-pasifika-xv/) 2025-07-21T04:17Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Marcus Smith: My childhood in Asia was privileged Brighton was a culture shock Exclusive interview: Guided by his faith Englands No [--] is a grounded young man who remains obsessed with rugby and improving his game" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/12/06/marcus-smith-interview-england-god-religion-prayer/) 2024-12-06T18:50Z 48.5K followers, [----] engagements "Premiership team of the season: Immanuel Feyi-Waboso the breakout star Telegraph Sport picks its best XV but do you agree with our selections Vote on each player and have your say in the comments section" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/05/19/premiership-team-of-season-feyi-waboso-breakout-star/) 2024-05-19T13:02Z 48.6K followers, [----] engagements "Good cop vs bad cop: The relationship between Andy Farrell and Joe Schmidt laid bare Backstory of Lions head coach and Australia counterpart is one of the elements that makes forthcoming Test series so intriguing" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/16/inside-relationship-good-cop-andy-farrell-bad-joe-schmidt/) 2025-07-16T07:04Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "RFU in bizarre AI blunder amid claims criticism of Tom Currys England selection was suppressed Many posts on X criticising Currys selection so soon after suffering a concussion were hidden by AI software used by the RFU" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/23/rfu-ai-blunder-criticism-tom-curry-england-selection/) 2024-11-23T17:27Z 48.6K followers, 25.3K engagements "England force meeting to review Benhard Janse van Rensburgs international eligibility World Rugby rule means appearances for South Africa Under-20s between [----] and [----] prevent Bristol Bears centre from changing nationality" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/08/england-benhard-janse-van-rensburg-eligibility/) 2025-08-08T16:22Z 208.1M followers, 20.8K engagements "Andy Farrell packs Lions team with power to bully Australia in first Test Make no mistake this selection is a power play from Andy Farrell" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/17/lions-xv-vs-australia-first-test-andy-farrell-names-team/) 2025-07-17T06:02Z 208.1M followers, 12.9K engagements "Miles Harrison: I knew Ronan OGara would become a great rugby broadcaster Miles Harrison is proud of his rookie co-commentators for knowing exactly when to drop the mic on this Lions tour" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/01/lions-commentators-miles-harrison-ronan-ogara-inside-story/) 2025-08-01T10:33Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Leicester Tigers v Northampton Saints live: score and latest updates from Gallagher Premiership If ever an image summed up Michael Cheika’s new-look Leicester Tigers it was captain Julian Montoya right eye swollen shut after catching an errant stud calling for a scrum penalty inside the Northampton [--] early in the second half" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/10/12/leicester-tigers-v-northampton-live-score-latest-updates/) 2024-10-12T20:20Z 48.9K followers, [---] engagements "Wales v Australia result: Gatlands side officially worst Wales team in history after record defeat This Wales side have experienced some painful days in recent years with home losses for the first time to Italy Georgia and last week Fiji but what a desperate low this defeat was to Australia bullied upfront and ripped open out wide with supporters heading for the exits long before the end" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/17/wales-v-australia-live-score-latest-updates-autumn/) 2024-11-17T21:09Z 48.6K followers, [----] engagements "Rugby union is dying in Australia but Wallabies dont seem to care Lions tour is a chance to boost the sport Down Under but it is being wasted as Joe Schmidt and his team show a lack of passion" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/25/somebody-remind-dreary-joe-schmidt-what-lions-is-about/) 2025-07-25T09:36Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Katy Daley Mclean: Womens kicking used to be ridiculed now we are seeing brilliant skills Most derided feature of womens game has improved beyond all recognition by virtue of investment conditioning and proper practice" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/27/katy-daley-mclean-womens-kicking-ridiculed-skills/) 2025-08-27T10:29Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Jo Yapp interview: The Englishwoman plotting Red Roses downfall Former England scrum-half broke mould when taking Australia reins in [----] but sheep farm in Shropshire is calling once World Cup is over" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/09/05/jo-yapp-interview-englishwoman-plotting-red-roses-downfall/) 2025-09-05T10:09Z 3.4M followers, [----] engagements "Friday night crowd fracas at Bristol is latest example of rugby's falling standards Has it really come to this a punch-up between fans at a rugby match" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2016/09/26/friday-night-crowd-fracas-at-bristol-is-latest-example-of-rugbys/) 2016-10-05T11:58Z 3.4M followers, [--] engagements "Be-leaf and $1m crowdfunder help magnificent Canada stun New Zealand New Zealand [--] Canada 34" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/09/19/new-zealand-rugby-world-cup-semi-final/) 2025-09-19T22:35Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Gloucester [--] Newcastle 18: Falcons upset the odds to overcome dismal hosts By Dan Lucas at Kingsholm" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2016/09/24/gloucester-13-newcastle-18-falcons-upset-the-odds-to-overcome-di/) 2016-09-24T17:41Z 48K followers, [--] engagements "Englands bid to replace Aled Walters could be derailed by Premiership clubs Exclusive: Appointment of Saracens Phil Morrow appears to lie in hands of Premiership rivals amid conflict of interest fears" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/09/27/england-saracens-phil-morrow-replace-aled-walters-coach/) 2024-09-27T13:44Z 48.5K followers, [--] engagements "Ollie Lawrence can be Englands best centre if they learn to use him properly Lawrence endured a difficult game against Scotland but that only highlighted how England must play to his strengths" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/02/27/ollie-lawrence-england-six-nations-steve-borthwick/) 2024-02-27T14:37Z 48.9K followers, [---] engagements "England end summer tour with dominant win over USA after multiple weather delays England’s rugby tour came to a farcical and chaotic end in Washington overnight when victory over the United States was punctuated by three 30-minute delays due to lightning strikes" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/19/usa-v-england-live-score-latest-updates-rugby-tour-watch/) 2025-07-20T03:32Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Every Prem rugby clubs strongest team picked Telegraph Sport runs the rule over the exciting XVs coaches in the top flight could pick if they had everyone available" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/26/every-prem-rugby-clubs-strongest-team-picked/) 2025-08-26T06:08Z 208.1M followers, 33.3K engagements "Meg Jones ready to cut Ilona Maher down to size in World Cup opener England centre says it is the fight in the dog that will count when she faces off against tournaments biggest star" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/20/england-v-usa-womens-rugby-world-cup-meg-jones/) 2025-08-20T13:07Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Faf de Klerk is a force of nature and South Africas main man in more ways than one Plus why Cheslin Kolbe at scrum-half was always part of the Springboks masterplan" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2023/10/27/south-africa-rugby-world-cup-final-2023-faf-de-klerk/) 2023-10-27T18:12Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements "Ex-Scotland captain Stuart Hogg pleads guilty to five-year campaign of abuse against wife Selkirk Sheriff Court heard how full-back tracked movements of wife Gillian and sent her alarming and distressing messages" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/04/stuart-hogg-guilty-campaign-of-abuse-wife/) 2024-11-04T17:35Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements "England players suffer racist abuse from Argentina fans who escape punishment Victory in San Juan marred by hate speech directed at visitors replacements but authorities fail to identify culprits" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/21/england-players-suffered-racist-abuse-argentina-fans/) 2025-07-21T14:41Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "The best way to make rugby safer isby making game faster and encourage smaller more agile players We saw a perfect snapshot of the frightening and beautiful elements of rugby in the Exeter v Wasps match when Sam Simmonds was knocked out attempting to tackle Nathan Hughes" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2017/09/28/best-way-make-rugby-safer-isby-making-game-faster-encourage/) 2017-09-28T16:24Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements "George North concussion process attacked as a 'farce' with World Rugby accused of double standards The rules concerning the treatment of head injuries to top-level players have been branded a “farce” as the controversy concerning George North’s latest concussion intensifies" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2016/12/22/george-north-concussion-process-attacked-farce-world-rugby-accused/) 2016-12-23T07:53Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements "Exclusive: RFU hit by legal action over transgender women ban Governing body say they will robustly defend their case after trans player Julie Curtiss issues them with pre-action protocol letter" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/09/03/exclusive-rfu-hit-legal-action-transgender-women-ban/) 2022-09-04T16:01Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements "Andre Esterhuizen fires shot at Scotlands South Africa-born players Centre says he would rather have limited number of appearances for the Springboks than [--] caps for a country Im not actually born in" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/06/andre-esterhuizen-south-africa-scotland-international-caps/) 2024-11-06T20:55Z 48.8K followers, [----] engagements "The two Lions players I would pick from each country There could be up to [--] Ireland players on the plane to Australia next year but Andy Farrell will surely not ignore these names" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/10/08/the-two-lions-players-i-would-pick-from-each-country/) 2024-10-08T16:13Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements "Our writers pick their World XVs and only one English player selected Telegraph Sport assesses who vaulted to the top of the game after an action-packed autumn and pick your very own team" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/12/02/rugby-world-15s-south-africa-england-ireland-new-zealand/) 2024-12-02T17:53Z 48.6K followers, [----] engagements "World class Louis Rees-Zammit signs for Bristol Bears Club had the financial headroom to add Wales wing to their squad but he will need to acclimatise after spell in NFL" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/13/louis-rees-zammit-sign-bristol-bears-wales-return-nfl/) 2025-08-13T17:02Z 208.1M followers, 10.7K engagements "Steve Borthwicks talk of pressure a load of nonsense says Nick Easter Former England No8 hits out at coach and dismisses as ridiculous Jamie Georges claim that the team are clever" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/20/nick-easter-steve-borthwick-jamie-george-england-pressure/) 2024-11-20T18:46Z 48.6K followers, [--] engagements "What the Lions got wrong and Australia got right in series finale Andy Farrells side were denied a series whitewash by defiant Wallabies here is where they were found lacking in Sydney" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/03/what-lions-got-wrong-australia-got-right-series-finale/) 2025-08-03T07:43Z 208.1M followers, 15K engagements "How innovative restarts have become key battleground in South Africa v New Zealand Third set-piece deserves same appreciation as scrums and line-outs as illustrated by their defining role in absorbing Test at Ellis Park" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/09/06/restarts-all-blacks-springboks-south-africa-new-zealand-key/) 2024-09-06T14:57Z 48.9K followers, 12.8K engagements "Lions v Australia second Test player ratings: Maro Itoje stands tall James Lowe struggles again Telegraph Sport analyses the performance of each player after Lions complete incredible comeback to clinch series" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/26/lions-v-australia-second-test-player-ratings-itoje-lowe/) 2025-07-26T12:57Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Behind the scenes of Englands World Cup win Telegraph Sport looks at the key factors that helped deliver the trophy at Twickenham from Mitchells masterclass to the Everest mantra" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/09/28/inside-story-england-women-rugby-world-cup-win/) 2025-09-28T06:57Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Nathan Jibulu interview: I want to play for England and Harlequins were not picking me Hooker explains why he is better suited to confrontational Sale than flashy Harlequins and why he loves smashing opponents" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/10/02/nathan-jibulu-interview-sale-harlequins-prem/) 2025-10-02T09:32Z 208.1M followers, 20.8K engagements "My boobs were a hindrance: How breast reduction saved Rosie Galligans rugby career At just [--] Galligan opted to have a surgery that permanently altered her body to help her reach her lofty potential in rugby" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/03/21/rosie-galligan-breast-reduction-england-red-roses/) 2024-03-21T09:41Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements "Head coach of Wales womens rugby team leaves amid player contract chaos Ioan Cunningham is first casualty after Telegraph reported players were pressured while executive director Nigel Walker gets stern warning" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/07/head-coach-wales-womens-rugby-lose-job-contract-chaos/) 2024-11-08T08:25Z 48.8K followers, 39.1K engagements "Steve Borthwick in need of experienced operators on England coaching team Several promising but emerging players would surely benefit from greater experience on the England coaching team" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/11/steve-borthwick-experienced-operator-coaching-team/) 2024-11-11T14:21Z 48.8K followers, [----] engagements "Harlequins v Saracens: Inside the Premierships most bitter rivalry Level of antipathy has eased with the passing of time however the Battle for London is still fiercely contested between the local rivals" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/10/11/harlequins-saracens-inside-premiership-bitter-rivalry/) 2024-10-11T12:55Z 49K followers, [----] engagements "Helena Rowland is rugbys most versatile player Ultimate utility back scores hat-trick of tries during first Test start on wing as England demolish Spain" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/03/helena-rowland-proves-rugbys-most-versatile-player/) 2025-08-03T08:19Z 208.1M followers, 14.6K engagements "Joe Schmidt hits back at Carlo Tizzano dive critics Australia were incensed about decisive incident at end of second Test; Plus Lions challenged to match [----] Invincibles" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/29/lions-challenged-match-1974-invincibles-andy-farrell/) 2025-07-29T14:23Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "The [--] things that are different about this Womens Rugby World Cup From micd-up referees to state-of-the-art gumshields the 10th edition of the tournament will break new ground for the female game" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/22/10-things-different-about-this-womens-rugby-world-cup/) 2025-08-22T11:47Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Rising star Sadia Kabeya lands upgraded England contract but Natasha Hunt misses out RFU hands out [--] full-time Red Roses contracts in lead up to [----] Rugby World Cup" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2023/07/11/sadia-kabeya-upgrade-england-contract-natasha-hunt-misses/) 2023-07-11T13:47Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements "London Irish [--] Harlequins 32: Heartbreak for Exiles as relegation from Aviva Premiership confirmed By Dan Lucas" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2016/05/01/london-irish-25-harlequins-32-heartbreak-for-exiles-as-relegatio/) 2016-05-01T18:34Z 48K followers, [--] engagements "Young rugby players could be banned from tackling above the waist in trials to reduce concussion Young rugby players could be banned from tackling above the waist during trials into whether it helps reduce the number of concussions in the game" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2016/11/15/rugby-players-could-be-banned-from-tackling-above-the-waist-in-t/) 2016-11-16T07:54Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements "Inside rugbys new NFL talent combine Premiership side Bristol aim to inspire released players to stay in the game with initiative based on successful American football draft" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/04/18/bristol-bears-nfl-style-talent-draft-teenage-rejects/) 2025-04-18T09:06Z 228.6M followers, 56.3K engagements "RFU to announce record losses approaching 40m Exclusive: Deficit understood to be largest sustained by an English sports governing body and will increase pressure on CEO Bill Sweeney" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/20/rfu-to-announce-record-losses-up-to-40m/) 2024-11-20T20:20Z 48.6K followers, 183.5K engagements "England A v Australia A result: Confrontational Pollock makes case to be fast-tracked by Borthwick The hangover from a fifth consecutive loss for England’s senior team will take time to subside but an energetic second-string sparked by teenage tearaway Henry Pollock at openside flanker served up a refreshing tonic" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/17/england-a-vs-australia-a-live-score-latest-updates/) 2024-11-17T18:23Z 48.6K followers, 20.2K engagements "Listen: Tom Curry accuses Bongi Mbonambi of racist slur during Rugby World Cup semi-final Incident occurred in the first half of the World Cup semi-final against England with remarks caught on referee Ben OKeeffes microphone" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2023/10/22/tom-curry-south-africa-bongi-mbonambi-racism-accusations/) 2023-10-23T10:57Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements "Wales v Fiji result: Welsh suffer record-equalling 10th straight defeat Wales [--] Fiji 24" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/10/wales-v-fiji-autumn-internationals-live-score-latest-update/) 2024-11-10T17:58Z 48.8K followers, [---] engagements "How Cape Town grew to be the All Blacks backyard An affiliation with New Zealand from Cape Towns large mixed-race population goes back decades into the depths of apartheid" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/09/06/south-africa-v-new-zealand-cape-town-rugby-championship/) 2024-09-06T16:18Z 48.9K followers, [---] engagements "New Zealand rugby CEO: We want an under-85kg World Cup Exclusive: Mark Robinson sits down with Telegraph Sport to discuss the games big issues from 20-minute red cards to World Rugby elections" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/10/29/new-zealand-rugby-ceo-under-85-kg-world-cup/) 2024-10-29T09:52Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Greg Fisilau puts himself in frame for New Zealand tour after outshining Harlequins England duo 20-year-old inspired Exeter to victory over Harlequins and put Steve Borthwick on notice of his qualities" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/05/12/greg-fisilau-exeter-harlequins-england-new-zealand-tour/) 2024-05-12T16:58Z 48.8K followers, [--] engagements "Tongas Charles Piutau lays bare tier one and two differences: No snacks and we wash our own kit Having switched allegiance from New Zealand Piutau has noticed the gulf between rugby nations" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2023/09/19/charles-piutau-tonga-world-cup-tier-one-two-resources/) 2023-09-24T15:25Z 48.9K followers, 23.9K engagements "Jonny May will always be remembered for scoring one of Englands greatest tries The 33-year-old wingers [----] try against the All Blacks was the launchpad for a superb England career" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2023/10/31/jonny-may-retires-england-greatest-try-vs-all-blacks/) 2023-10-31T17:57Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements "Ben White and Tom Willis targeted by Gregor Townsend in Newcastle recruitment drive Exclusive: Scotland head coach begins Red Bull advisory role by identifying potential new signings for Tyneside club" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/10/07/scotland-ben-white-tom-willis-targeted-by-gregor-townsend/) 2025-10-07T12:46Z 49.1K followers, 58.3K engagements "Farrell and Pollock in fights Graham in tears. seven reasons this felt like a proper Lions game A highly competitive midweek match was a blessing for fringe players but also a curse after Darcy Grahams injury and more line-out problems" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/22/lions-vs-first-nations-pasifika-seven-things-proper-match/) 2025-07-22T12:59Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "London Irish takeover agreed paving way for their return to the Championship Exclusive: London Irish may have to find a new home after German businessman Daniel Loitz agrees to buy club in [---] million deal" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/14/london-irish-takeover-agreed-pave-way-championship-return/) 2024-11-14T11:50Z 3.3M followers, 98.2K engagements "Sione Tuipulotu interview: Private school saved me from life of crime Exclusive: Australian-born centre reflects on journey that took him from Melbournes suburbs to starting for the Lions" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/17/sione-tuipolotu-interview-lions-tour-australia/) 2025-07-18T09:00Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "World Rugby concerned fans are fuelling trial by social media for referees Exclusive: World Cup governing body fears limited replay angles are creating a rush to judgment against players and officials" [X 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Versatile back is an introvert who loves the team environment and cannot wait to play again for England" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2021/01/26/exclusive-max-malins-interview-englands-beauden-barrett-forging/) 2021-01-26T08:09Z 48.5K followers, [--] engagements "American teams could replace axed Welsh regions in revamped URC United Rugby Championship in talks over big-money offer to expand competition Stateside" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/19/welsh-regions-could-be-replaced-by-us-rugby-teams/) 2025-08-19T12:07Z 208.1M followers, 74.5K engagements "Lions fallout has left Borthwick with an almighty England midfield headache Residual feeling of tour to Australia is one of falling short and one that leaves England with more questions than answers" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/04/lions-failed-to-reach-their-full-potential-in-australia/) 2025-08-04T06:50Z 208.1M followers, 13.1K engagements "Why England are producing so many opensides No [--] was once a problem position but now the options available to Steve Borthwick and his eventual successor are plentiful" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/12/12/why-england-are-producing-so-many-opensides-flankers-rugby/) 2024-12-12T14:50Z 48.5K followers, 198K engagements "Sale Sharks in talks with George Martin Leicester and England lock a target for Alex Sanderson with discussions already understood to have taken place ahead of possible move" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/10/16/sale-sharks-in-talks-with-george-martin/) 2025-10-16T18:13Z 208.1M followers, 90.9K engagements "My open letter to the Lions: This is your chance to become a legend Coaches can only do so much but players selected for first Test against Australia are the lucky ones who can write their names in history" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/18/warren-gatland-message-lions-make-this-ultimate-moment/) 2025-07-18T08:01Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Brian ODriscoll interview: I took two years to get over Warren Gatland dropping me from Lions Exclusive: Former Ireland centre reveals impact of his omission from final Test in [----] and says Andy Farrell should be head coach again" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/30/brian-odriscoll-dropping-me-warren-gatland-lions-squad/) 2025-07-30T07:22Z 208.1M followers, 14.9K engagements "World Rugby accused of having blood on your hands after suspected suicide of ex-rugby player New Zealander was found dead on Wednesday having previously campaigned for greater awareness in rugby of repeated blows to the head" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/27/world-rugby-accused-of-having-blood-on-your-hands-after-sus/) 2025-08-28T09:50Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Sebastian Negri: Rugby cannot shy away from its physical side Italys blindside flanker is a star of new Netflix series but details of 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overlooks props like Ox Nche for player of year Fact that no prop has ever been nominated for games top individual award is flat-out ridiculous" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/19/world-rugby-disgrace-overlooking-ox-nche-player-of-year0/) 2024-11-20T09:45Z 48.6K followers, [---] engagements "Ireland international Chris Farrell sentenced with former Grenoble players in gang rape case Farrell handed four-year sentence with two suspended and two to be served under house arrest for failing to assist a person in danger" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/12/13/ireland-chris-farrell-sentenced-gang-rape-grenoble-bordeaux/) 2024-12-13T23:00Z 48.5K followers, [---] engagements "Lions v Australia player ratings: Curry and Beirne silence critics Lowe and Freeman struggle British and Irish Lions win battle of the breakdown but performance of the wings is a worry" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/19/lions-v-australia-player-rating-curry-beirne-silence-critic/) 2025-07-19T12:16Z 208.1M followers, 15K engagements "British and Irish Lions team selector Pick your players to take part in the British and Irish Lions' [----] tour of Australia" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/lions-2025-australia-squad-selector/) 2025-02-03T09:32Z 208.1M followers, 11.7K engagements "Trans women in rugby: Ive been cleaned out by 5ft 4in girls how can I be dangerous Alix Fitzgerald was a member of East London RFC but the RFUs ban on players assigned male at birth in female rugby ended her career" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/08/24/trans-women-rugby-cleaned-5ft-4in-girls-how-can-dangerous/) 2022-08-25T20:29Z 48.5K followers, [----] engagements "Rugby player banned for telling female referee to get your baps out Official shocked by verbal tirade from intoxicated individual while her parents who were in the 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[----] engagements "Australia have unearthed next Will Skelton but at [--] he has already left for France Union is financially incapable of keeping best prospects out of the clutches of Aussie Rules rugby league and increasingly Top [--] clubs" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/01/australia-visesio-kite-la-rochelle-next-will-skelton-top-14/) 2025-08-01T14:02Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Taking off Marcus Smith for George Ford was a foolish move by Steve Borthwick Englands head coach replaced fly-half who was six from six off tee with one who had not played in five weeks and another lead was lost" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/02/greenwood-marcus-smith-george-ford-borthwick-all-blacks/) 2024-11-02T20:25Z 3.3M followers, 35.2K engagements "No Welsh player in Lions team for first time in [---] years is a national embarrassment Jac Morgan is unfortunate to miss out but Tom Curry is rightly in side on merit as selection underscores sorry state of Welsh rugby" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/17/lions-deserve-credit-not-picking-token-welsh-player/) 2025-07-17T07:07Z 208.1M followers, 18.2K engagements "What makes South Africa the mentality monsters of rugby Rassie Erasmus Siya Kolisi and Eben Etzebeth reveal no regrets culture unshakeable belief and guts help them win by tightest of margins" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/08/england-learn-south-africa-over-line-close-games/) 2024-11-08T08:35Z 48.7K followers, 11.2K engagements "Toutai Kefu interview: I struggle with reduced sentences for teenagers who stabbed me Two machete-wielding burglars who attacked rugby coach and his family at home in [----] will both soon be free" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/21/toutai-kefu-interview-sentences-reduced-stabbed-lions-tour/) 2025-07-21T13:15Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Marcus Smith at full-back gives England their own Bomb Squad at Rugby World Cup Fly-halfs promise at full-back could allow Steve Borthwick to maximise the strengths of his England squad notably their back-row depth" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2023/09/24/england-marcus-smith-full-back-bomb-squad-rugby-world-cup/) 2023-09-24T12:19Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements "Exclusive: England star Max Malins to leave Saracens and join Bristol Bears A desire for more game time at full-back his preferred position is thought to be among the chief motivations for the move" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/09/29/england-star-max-malins-leave-saracens-join-bristol-bears/) 2022-09-29T09:10Z 48.5K followers, [--] engagements "Premiership considering merger with URC to form British and Irish league Exclusive: English clubs understood to be leaning towards new competition without South African and Italian clubs involved" [X 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the La Rochelle head coach who looks destined for a top role in Test rugby" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/12/09/ronan-ogara-la-rochelle-champions-cup-wales-ireland-england/) 2024-12-09T19:58Z 3.3M followers, 91K engagements "Stop moaning Australia your player dived It would not have been right had the result of a wonderful Test match been decided by Carlo Tizzanos play-acting" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/26/stop-moaning-australia-your-player-dived/) 2025-07-26T13:45Z 3.3M followers, 24.1K engagements "Emily Scarratt England superstar: 'I look at her skill-set and it's probably more rounded than any player in the game -male or female' Scarratt who embarks on Six Nations as World Rugby player of the year has been compared to Jeremy Guscott with her graceful running style" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2020/01/30/emily-scarratt-england-superstar-look-skill-set-probably-rounded/) 2020-02-02T12:08Z 208.1M followers, 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Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/02/08/england-shambles-leadership-exactly-does-eddie-jones-have/) 2022-02-11T21:30Z 48K followers, [--] engagements "Lions team v Australia: Lowe dropped for third Test as Andy Farrell makes two changes Head coachs comments come after he opted to make two changes for the third Test with starts for Blair Kinghorn and James Ryan" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/31/lions-team-james-lowe-dropped-third-test-australia/) 2025-07-31T06:00Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "France rugby hero sparks scandal after he was filmed lifting womans skirt Richard Dourthe has decided to take legal action for slanderous disinformation complaining that he is the target of a media campaign" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/28/france-rugby-hero-richard-dourthe-lifting-womans-skirt/) 2025-08-28T16:12Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Exclusive Emily Scarratt interview: 'I'd love for young girls to want to be a Sarah Hunter or an Emily Scarratt' When she called time on her illustrious sevens career to sign for Loughborough [--] months ago it was not lost on Emily Scarratt that she would be fine-tuning her already polished game in a league sponsored by a potato crisp manufacturer" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2019/11/08/exclusive-emily-scarratt-interview-love-young-girls-want-sarah/) 2019-11-09T13:52Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements "Meet Zack Wimbush the 6ft 6in Exeter centre who plays like a Fijian Wimbush bulked up during lockdown but has skill as well as size and is the latest England hopeful in Exeters shop window" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/08/12/zack-wimbush-exter-centre-height-fijian-ali-hepher/) 2025-10-18T09:42Z 208.1M followers, [---] engagements "Abby Dow interview: World Cup is our Everest and were now in the death zone Red Roses wing talks crochet her sisterly relationship with Holly Aitchison and the explosion in popularity of womens rugby" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/09/19/abby-dow-interview-world-cup-is-our-everest-england/) 2025-09-19T12:05Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Lions referee got crucial call right for the moment and the wider sport Crucial Jac Morgan decision demonstrated what a wonderful feel the three match officials have for the game" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/27/lions-referee-got-crucial-call-right-for-wider-sport/) 2025-07-27T08:24Z 3.4M followers, 111.3K engagements "The seven-point game plan England can use to undo the Springboks Steve Borthwicks team need to defend fiercely and will aim to dominate the air but must also challenge South Africa with a bold attack" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/15/seven-point-gameplan-england-springboks-south-africa/) 2024-11-15T12:15Z 48.6K followers, [----] engagements "Englands depth chart after summer tour triumph Telegraph Sport assesses the options at Steve Borthwicks disposal and considers whose stock has risen and fallen over the summer" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/21/england-depth-chart-summer-tour-squad-steve-borthwick/) 2025-07-21T11:21Z 208.1M followers, 154.2K engagements "Coaching girls rugby can feel like leading a Viking raid (or herding cats) After [--] years out of the game our writer returned to run his daughters side and finds it both terrifying and exhilaratingly rewarding" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/09/21/coaching-girls-rugby-eton-manor-rfc/) 2025-09-21T11:01Z 228.6M followers, 20.9K engagements "Red Roses stars targeted by Mike Tindalls breakaway league Ellie Kildunne wanted by R360 as England team-mates sign pre-contract agreements that could result in six-fold salary increases" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/10/02/r360-target-red-roses-rugby-rebel-league-england-world-cup/) 2025-10-02T09:46Z 3.3M followers, 56.4K engagements "Tom Curry delivers Lions performance for the ages in victory over Australia By the time Tom Curry was taken off in the 58th minute it looked like he did not know which part of his body to rub" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/19/lions-v-australia-live-score-latest-updates-first-test/) 2025-07-19T11:58Z 208.1M followers, 11.6K engagements "How many coaches has Eddie taken Australian womens fury as rugby accused of favouring men Part-time players launch scathing attack on governing body for flying Wallabies business class while female team travels in economy" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2023/08/21/australia-women-rugby-fury-men-eddie-jones-coaches/) 2023-08-21T14:37Z 48.8K followers, [----] engagements "Jannes Labuschagne: Jesus spoke to me in Twickenham showers after Jonny Wilkinson red card Former Springboks lock now a preacher believes infamous [----] sending-off saved him from a fate far worse by divine grace" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/13/jannes-labuschagne-jesus-south-africa-england-wilkinson/) 2024-11-13T13:50Z 48.7K followers, [----] engagements "My guide to the Lions Test referees Track record of three officials in charge for Test series points to key differences in their approach" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/18/guide-lions-test-referees-okeeffe-amashukeli-piardi/) 2025-07-18T10:01Z 208.1M followers, 27K engagements "Michael Cheika: Ive been made to feel unwanted and my reputation has been hurt Leicester coach said he felt he had done nothing wrong despite a two-game ban for disrespecting a Premiership match-day doctor" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/10/07/michael-cheika-leicester-made-to-feel-unwanted-reputation-h/) 2024-10-07T19:53Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements "England rocked as Ollie Chessum to miss Autumn Internationals Exclusive: Forward twisted awkwardly in off-the-ball collision during training in Girona last week" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/10/26/ollie-chessum-knee-injury-england-out-autumn-nations-series/) 2024-10-26T15:45Z 208.1M followers, 53.5K engagements "Joe Marler announces rugby retirement: Time to jump off the roller coaster Loosehead [--] stepped back from international game earlier this month days after causing controversy when he called for haka to be scrapped" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/27/joe-marler-announces-retirement-rugby-harlequins-england/) 2024-11-27T19:30Z 48.6K followers, [----] engagements "Tim Rodber interview: I was angry for my entire rugby career Exclusive: Former England forward discusses retiring at [--] his greatest problem whilst playing and venturing into business world" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/09/18/tim-rodber-interview-rugby-career-england-northampton-saint/) 2025-09-18T14:50Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "I spent a day with the Scarlets who are fighting for their existence Telegraph Sport visited a squad determined to do right by a historic rugby club under threat of extinction" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/09/12/i-spent-day-with-the-scarlets-dwayne-peel-macleod-ospreys/) 2025-09-12T08:09Z 3.4M followers, 14.2K engagements "Owen Farrell on bench as Lions forced into last-minute change for second Test against Australia Head coach Andy Farrell has turned to tried-and-trusted options from Ireland who boast a record nine players in XV to face Australia" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/24/owen-farrell-bench-lions-team-second-test-australia/) 2025-07-24T07:39Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "John Jeffrey bitter and betrayed after Scotland snubs World Rugby bid In light of his home unions decision former flanker has resigned all of his current positions including games vice-chair role" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/09/18/john-jeffrey-bitter-betrayed-scotland-snubs-world-rugby-bid/) 2024-09-18T19:40Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements "Welsh Rugby in fresh sexism scandal after threatening World Cup withdrawal in contract stand-off Exclusive: WRU told womens team they would not play fixtures at WXV2 if they refused to sign new contracts that ignored several requests" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/10/31/welsh-rugby-women-sexism-scandal-threatening-world-cup-spot/) 2024-10-31T16:21Z 208.1M followers, 289.2K engagements "Inside the Farrell father-son relationship and why they bristle at nepotism claims Rugby-obsessed duo have always refuted suggestions of favouritism and are determined to make history for the Lions" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/25/inside-the-farrell-father-son-relationship-lions-australia/) 2025-07-25T14:05Z 208.1M followers, 14.7K engagements "England win Womens Rugby World Cup on biggest possible stage Mission accomplished coronation secure" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/09/27/england-v-canada-live-womens-rugby-world-cup-final-score/) 2025-09-27T16:54Z 208.1M followers, 14.2K engagements "Newcastle Red Bulls sack Steve Diamond Exclusive: Veteran director of rugby leaves Tyneside club with Scotland head coach to advise on strategy and philosophy" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/10/01/newcastle-red-bulls-sack-steve-diamond/) 2025-10-01T10:53Z 208.1M followers, 37.6K engagements "I would not have been able to stop Johnno from playing the third Lions Test in [----] Player welfare and recovery were low priorities [--] years ago so much so that Englands Lions jetted straight off to play Australia" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/07/30/lions-amateur-1997-tour-south-africa-english-wallabies/) 2025-07-30T12:04Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "I would start Marcus Smith at fly-half he is the superstar England need Smith just needs someone to believe in his talent and he will thrive" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2023/08/07/marcus-smith-fly-half-england-world-cup-squad-borthwick/) 2023-08-07T14:09Z 48.9K followers, 40.3K engagements "Joe Schmidts Australia honeymoon over after South Africa humbling Australia [--] South Africa 33" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/08/10/australia-v-south-africa-live-score-rugby-championship/) 2024-08-10T13:57Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements "Louis Rees-Zammit interview: I was wasting my talent in the United States Wales wing reflects on growing fed up with the NFL his lack of opportunities and why R360 can be a positive for rugby" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/08/19/louis-rees-zammit-interview-bristol-return-nfl-wales-talent/) 2025-08-19T18:19Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Current Springboks or 1970s Wales: Which is best rugby team of all time Four Telegraph Sport experts make their cases for best side in history vote in poll below and comment with your favourite" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/10/02/best-rugby-team-of-all-time-springboks-wales-all-blacks/) 2024-10-17T16:06Z 48.9K followers, [---] engagements "New Zealand v South Africa result: Springboks condemn All Blacks to their heaviest ever defeat New Zealand [--] South Africa 43" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/09/13/new-zealand-v-south-africa-live-score-rugby-championship/) 2025-09-13T14:11Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements "Are we close to saying rugby is too dangerous to play What struck me about the George North incident was just how common a sight seeing a rugby player lying motionless on the pitch has become these days" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2016/12/09/close-saying-rugby-dangerous-play/) 2016-12-11T11:35Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements "New Zealand outmuscle South Africa in Eden Park thriller New Zealand [--] South Africa 17" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2025/09/06/new-zealand-south-africa-live-score-latest-updates/) 2025-09-06T09:25Z 3.4M followers, [--] engagements "Were not getting free ride: Wasps and Worcester owner defends possible Championship inclusion How Christopher Holland now a key figure for rugby union is reviving the fortunes of two sleeping giants at no small cost" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/10/11/wasps-worcester-owner-on-possible-championship-inclusion/) 2024-10-11T14:10Z 49K followers, [----] engagements "Premiership clubs join backlash over 'ludicrous' British and Irish Lions schedule for New Zealand tour Aviva Premiership clubs have joined the backlash against the fixture schedule for next year’s British and Irish Lions tour of New Zealand with one top official calling the programme “ludicrous”" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2016/08/28/premiership-clubs-join-backlash-over-ludicrous-british-and-irish/) 2016-08-28T16:25Z 48K followers, [--] engagements "I had my doubts but now I believe Marcus Smith has what it takes to be the best player in the world Plus I'm glad to see 'A' team return. It would be great if second-tier Test sides had chance to come over to face England's second string" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2021/05/14/had-doubts-now-believe-marcus-smith-has-takes-best-player-world/) 2021-05-14T13:36Z 3.4M followers, [--] engagements "South Africa beat New Zealand to put one hand on Rugby Championship trophy South Africa [--] New Zealand 12" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/09/07/south-africa-v-new-zealand-live-score-rugby-championship/) 2024-09-09T08:02Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements "Ireland back ongoing talks over Premiership and URC merger Exclusive: IRFU in favour of proposals but issue relating to inclusion of South African and Italian clubs still to be resolved" [X Link](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/09/13/ireland-back-talks-premiership-urc-merger-south-africa/) 2024-09-13T20:42Z 48.9K followers, 11.2K engagements Limited data mode. 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"Englands rugby revival Its all about Gen Z 🏉 Steve Borthwick is harnessing young talent like Henry Pollock focusing on the joy of winningnot the fear of losing. Full story: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/england-rugby-team-flourish-after-harnessing-gen-z-talent/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_after-harnessing-gen-z-talent/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/england-rugby-team-flourish-after-harnessing-gen-z-talent/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_after-harnessing-gen-z-talent/"
X Link 2026-02-14T11:22Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Englands long winning run came to an end with a comprehensive defeat by Scotland 🏴 Maro Itoje - [--] 🏴 Henry Arundell - [--] 🏴 Finn Russell - [--] 🏴 Huw Jones - [--] @danscho1 and @CharlesRTel give their full player ratings #SCOvENG #GuinnessM6N https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/scotland-v-england-player-ratings-six-nations/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_england-player-ratings-six-nations/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/scotland-v-england-player-ratings-six-nations/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_england-player-ratings-six-nations/"
X Link 2026-02-14T19:07Z 47.6K followers, 13K engagements
"Who should Steve Borthwick start against Ireland ✅ Henry Pollock ✅ Max Ojomoh ❌ Sam Underhill ❌ Freddie Steward Our writers have had their say now it's your turn. Leave your starting XV's here https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/16/our-experts-pick-england-teams-v-ireland-six-nations-2026/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_v-ireland-six-nations-2026/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/16/our-experts-pick-england-teams-v-ireland-six-nations-2026/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_v-ireland-six-nations-2026/"
X Link 2026-02-16T12:52Z 47.6K followers, 20.6K engagements
"🤔 How do you feel about ads during scrums A few weeks into the Six Nations @CharlesRTel has his say. Watch the latest Telegraph Rugby Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watchv=F3RYvnsEOEQ https://www.youtube.com/watchv=F3RYvnsEOEQ"
X Link 2026-02-16T16:00Z 47.6K followers, 21.4K engagements
"'Maybe he stays out on the wing too much and the way the game is now thats a luxury.' @GavinMairsaddresses the Henry Arundell conundrum in the latest episode of the Telegraph Rugby Podcast. @AlanDymock @CharlesRTel Watch here https://www.youtube.com/watchv=F3RYvnsEOEQ https://www.youtube.com/watchv=F3RYvnsEOEQ"
X Link 2026-02-17T10:15Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Henry Slade exclusive: 'I am not going to have a Covid vaccine - I don't agree with it all' @KateLouiseRowan https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2021/05/27/henry-slade-exclusive-not-going-have-covid-vaccine-dont-agree/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1622131702 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2021/05/27/henry-slade-exclusive-not-going-have-covid-vaccine-dont-agree/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1622131702"
X Link 2021-05-27T16:08Z 47.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Failing to appoint Shaun Edwards is the great 'what-if' moment in England rugby history @danscho1 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/03/16/failing-appoint-shaun-edwards-great-what-if-moment-england-rugby/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1647417500-1 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/03/16/failing-appoint-shaun-edwards-great-what-if-moment-england-rugby/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1647417500-1"
X Link 2022-03-16T08:02Z 47.6K followers, [---] engagements
"A 20-minute red card papers over the cracks - it is totally wrong and if we go down that route then rugby is going to be in trouble @Nigelrefowens https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/04/13/forget-20-minute-red-cards-focus-correctly-sending-players/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1649864783-1 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/04/13/forget-20-minute-red-cards-focus-correctly-sending-players/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1649864783-1"
X Link 2022-04-13T15:46Z 47.6K followers, [---] engagements
"My children kiss me on the head. They try to kiss the dementia away. Rugby World Cup winner Steve Thompson talks about the struggles of living with dementia and why the sport needs to change Thread https://www.telegraph.co.uk/health-fitness/mind/steve-thompson-children-kiss-head-hoping-kiss-dementia-away/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/health-fitness/mind/steve-thompson-children-kiss-head-hoping-kiss-dementia-away/"
X Link 2022-09-27T20:36Z 47.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Breaking: Owen Farrell to be dropped from England starting XV for first time since [----] World Cup. #TelegraphRugby #GuinnessSixNations"
X Link 2023-03-08T19:22Z 47.6K followers, 304K engagements
"World Rugby has badly let down England and Tom Curry ✍ @oliverbrown_tel #TelegraphRugby I #RWC2023"
X Link 2023-10-26T20:13Z 47.6K followers, 518.6K engagements
"Tom Currys five concussions mean he should be nowhere near this England team @danscho1 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/23/tom-curry-five-concussions-england-borthwick-rfu-sale/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1732357677 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/11/23/tom-curry-five-concussions-england-borthwick-rfu-sale/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1732357677"
X Link 2024-11-23T10:27Z 47.6K followers, 58.8K engagements
"✍ 'What a reality check this defeat is for England' Writes @WillGreenwood 'Steve Borthwick still possesses an awesomely powerful squad but they continue to make some daft decisions' Read the full column below 👇 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/will-greenwood-england-risky-bench-strategy-scotland/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_england-risky-bench-strategy-scotland/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/will-greenwood-england-risky-bench-strategy-scotland/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_england-risky-bench-strategy-scotland/"
X Link 2026-02-14T21:00Z 47.6K followers, 14.9K engagements
"Scotland lifted the Calcutta Cup after beating England but how were Townsend's side able to build a 17-point buffer when nothing went right for the visitors @CharlesRTel picks apart Englands nightmare [--] minutes at Murrayfield https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/15/england-nightmare-20-minutes-against-scotland-dissected/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_20-minutes-against-scotland-dissected/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/15/england-nightmare-20-minutes-against-scotland-dissected/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_20-minutes-against-scotland-dissected/"
X Link 2026-02-15T09:00Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements
"REFEREE'S VIEW: Stop blaming refs for ruining the game - tackles like Charlie Ewels' MUST be stamped out @Nigelrefowens https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/03/12/stop-blaming-referees-ruining-game-tackles-like-charlie-ewels/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1647209871 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2022/03/12/stop-blaming-referees-ruining-game-tackles-like-charlie-ewels/utm_content=rugby&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Echobox&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1647209871"
X Link 2022-03-14T00:47Z 47.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Exclusive: Warren Gatland re-appointed Wales head coach after Wayne Pivac sacked @CERichardson_"
X Link 2022-12-05T11:30Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Exclusive: EPRC awards both European finals to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in 2024"
X Link 2023-04-24T17:47Z 47.6K followers, 434.1K engagements
"Exclusive: Premiership considering proposal to become an Anglo-Welsh league ✍ @GavinMairs #TelegraphRugby"
X Link 2024-09-12T15:05Z 47.6K followers, 98.1K engagements
"George Ford's kicking has given England an extra dimension to their attack 🌀 Spiral bombs 💣 End-over-end bombs 🎯 Touch-finders Chips 🥾 Grubbers 💥 Territorial kicks @CharlesRTel analyses the fly-half's kicking below #GuinnessM6N https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/10/george-fords-variety-kicking-setting-him-apart/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_fb_photo_variety-kicking-setting-him-apart/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/10/george-fords-variety-kicking-setting-him-apart/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_fb_photo_variety-kicking-setting-him-apart/"
X Link 2026-02-14T14:30Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Scotlad get their hands back on the Calcutta Cup after a 31-20 win over England Both sides now have one win and one loss to their name Find out more #GuinnessM6N #SCOvENG https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/scotland-v-england-live-score-latest-six-nations-updates/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_score-latest-six-nations-updates/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/scotland-v-england-live-score-latest-six-nations-updates/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_score-latest-six-nations-updates/"
X Link 2026-02-14T18:34Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements
"✍ 'Discipline and accuracy: these are the foundations on which the Borthwick revolution has been built. At a stroke they have crumbled' Writes @oliverbrown_tel Read the full column below 👇 #GuinnessM6N #SCOvENG https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/england-became-battalion-of-bunglers-overawed-murrayfield/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_fb_photo_battalion-of-bunglers-overawed-murrayfield/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/14/england-became-battalion-of-bunglers-overawed-murrayfield/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_fb_photo_battalion-of-bunglers-overawed-murrayfield/"
X Link 2026-02-14T20:39Z 47.6K followers, 11.7K engagements
"🗣 'Condemning the Welsh Rugby Union is of little use when it provides no alternative suggestions.' Read Brian Moore's column below https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/09/wales-display-against-england-shows-why-changes-are-needed/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_shows-why-changes-are-needed/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/09/wales-display-against-england-shows-why-changes-are-needed/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_shows-why-changes-are-needed/"
X Link 2026-02-15T12:01Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Brian Moore on Englands Scotland defeat: ❌ The bench split didnt work ❓ Replacing Maro Itoje made little sense ⚠ And the Pom Squad finally hit its limits With Ireland up next the stakes couldnt be higher https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/16/england-pom-squad-failed-marcus-smith/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_pom-squad-failed-marcus-smith/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/16/england-pom-squad-failed-marcus-smith/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_pom-squad-failed-marcus-smith/"
X Link 2026-02-16T07:56Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Gregor Townsends certainly in a better place than he was a week ago but I dont think it changes much. @CharlesRTel runs the rule over Scotland's victory against England with @AlanDymock and @GavinMairs. Watch the latest Telegraph Rugby Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watchv=F3RYvnsEOEQ https://www.youtube.com/watchv=F3RYvnsEOEQ"
X Link 2026-02-16T15:12Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements
"🔴 EXCLUSIVE: Henry Pollock is in line to play in the back row as Steve Borthwick shakes up his pack after Six Nation's defeat by Scotland Read more here https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/17/henry-pollock-expected-to-start-for-england-against-ireland/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_start-for-england-against-ireland/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2026/02/17/henry-pollock-expected-to-start-for-england-against-ireland/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_start-for-england-against-ireland/"
X Link 2026-02-17T12:02Z 47.6K followers, 69.2K engagements
"🏒 Frances Pierre Crinon has been banned by his own team for elbowing and then fighting an opponent at the Winter Olympics in Italy. Read more about the fight on the ice here https://www.telegraph.co.uk/winter-olympics/2026/02/17/ice-hockey-player-banned-for-fighting-winter-olympics/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_banned-for-fighting-winter-olympics/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/winter-olympics/2026/02/17/ice-hockey-player-banned-for-fighting-winter-olympics/WT.mc_id=tmgoff_tw_post_banned-for-fighting-winter-olympics/"
X Link 2026-02-17T13:01Z 47.6K followers, [----] engagements
"The nation that benefited the most and least from Lions tour Key takeaways from triumphant trip of Australia for respective head coaches with World Cup coming into view"
X Link 2025-08-05T09:50Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Englands young prop powerhouses are unlike anything else in the country Afo Fasogbon and Asher Opoku-Fordjour both started on the opening weekend of the Premiership season and produced assured performances"
X Link 2024-09-25T13:34Z 48.9K followers, 12.5K engagements
"Englands Rugby World Cup annihilation of Samoa highlights gulf between haves and have-nots England [--] Samoa 3"
X Link 2025-08-30T18:39Z 48K followers, 10.2K engagements
"New Zealand beat Australia to retain Bledisloe Cup New Zealand [--] Australia 24"
X Link 2025-09-27T07:22Z 208.1M followers, [---] engagements
"London Welsh's scoreless 'classic' is a reminder games do not need tries to entertain Having once described the All Blacks’ drawn series against the Lions as “like kissing your sister” Lord knows what dubious metaphor Steve Hansen the New Zealand head coach would employ to depict London Welsh’s 0-0 draw against Old Streetonians on Saturday"
X Link 2018-10-09T19:17Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements
"Ilona Maher in talks with English clubs ahead of Womens Rugby World Cup Exclusive: Bristol and Gloucester-Hartpury potential destinations for USA Sevens star who is rugbys most followed player on social media"
X Link 2024-10-25T13:17Z 208.1M followers, 61.1K engagements
"Pat Howard coached Leicester to title at [--] then walked away from rugby Former Leicester head coach on a memorable double but missing the treble why he really left Welford Road and working for Cricket Australia"
X Link 2025-08-26T12:40Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"England squad: Luther Burrell axed by Eddie Jones as Danny Cipriani and Chris Ashton are overlooked but Nathan Hughes gets the nod Luther Burrell who started England’s first Test victory against Australia in June has been axed from Eddie Jones’s provisional 45-man elite player training squad as one of a number of high-profile omissions including Chris Ashton and Danny Cipriani"
X Link 2016-08-01T18:48Z 48.9K followers, [--] engagements
"Portugals reward for historic first World Cup win is to be frozen out of rugbys top table The progress of Tier Two nations at the World Cup demands that they be given a chance to compete more regularly against the best"
X Link 2023-10-09T18:08Z 48.9K followers, 11.6K engagements
"John Mitchells journey from hard nut player to coaching softie Formerly a fearsome operator Red Roses head coach once known as Mad Mitch has mellowed being brought to tears in press conferences"
X Link 2025-09-24T15:05Z 208.1M followers, 12K engagements
"Joe El-Abd to replace Felix Jones as England defence coach Exclusive: El-Abd will take up post ahead of the autumn Tests if terms can be agreed between RFU and French club Oyonnax"
X Link 2024-09-24T15:36Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"How Owen Farrells cameo helped Lions over the line Andy Farrell took a risk by introducing his son off the bench but he played a telling role in a compelling finale to the second Test"
X Link 2025-07-28T12:28Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"England labelled disgraceful over attitude towards opposing national anthems God Defend New Zealand was not performed live by a professional singer drawing the ire of former Ireland lock Donncha OCallaghan"
X Link 2024-11-08T17:11Z 48.8K followers, [--] engagements
"Its time to discuss alternatives to Australia as a Lions destination Only a handful of Wallabies would make a 23-man squad combining players from both sides and observers should stop pretending otherwise"
X Link 2025-07-21T08:25Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Here is what the [----] Lions team will look like From already-trusted tourists to emerging young talents these are the players who will fancy their chances of taking on the All Blacks"
X Link 2025-08-05T11:20Z 208.1M followers, 14.4K engagements
"Fury over RFU chief Bill Sweeneys out of touch 1.1m pay packet Huge package comes despite cost-cutting and redundancies at Twickenham and makes Sweeney the joint highest-paid executive in UK sport"
X Link 2024-11-25T17:37Z 228.6M followers, 48.6K engagements
"Saracens fly-half AlexLozowski grows up after Chelsea snub him for being 'too small Alex Lozowski the Saracens fly-half still speaks of his time as a teenager in the Chelsea academy with a sense of wonder"
X Link 2016-09-15T08:23Z 48K followers, [--] engagements
"The reason England have dropped Sam Underhill Bath flanker more expendable than one might think for a player who is widely respected around the world"
X Link 2024-10-29T17:41Z 208.1M followers, 46K engagements
"Sport can bring divided country together if its on free-to-air TV Englands Womens Rugby World Cup triumph broke broadcasting records but game must now walk tricky line between exposure and hard cash"
X Link 2025-09-29T07:03Z 208.1M followers, 12.7K engagements
"Australia furious about Hugo Keenans winning Lions try Jac Morgans contact on Carlo Tizzano in build-up to decisive score was controversially deemed legal much to the hosts chagrin"
X Link 2025-07-26T13:26Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Tom Voyce former England rugby player swept away to his death by Storm Darragh flood Tributes paid to fleet-footed wing who will be forever associated with great Wasps dynasty of Warren Gatland and Sir Ian McGeechan"
X Link 2024-12-10T17:27Z 48.5K followers, [----] engagements
"England hold off France to reach Womens Rugby World Cup final France [--] England 35"
X Link 2025-09-20T17:05Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements
"England women's rugby World Cup finalists [----] by friends and family who know them best Messages for England's World Cup finalists including a 'baby rhino' and an All Blacks mega fan"
X Link 2022-11-11T12:48Z 208.1M followers, [---] engagements
"Northern Hemisphere at loggerheads over 20-minute red cards before crucial vote France have expressed firm opposition to the proposal saying it is an unacceptable step backwards by World Rugby"
X Link 2024-11-11T17:35Z 48.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Owen Farrell to be left out of England squad for autumn internationals Exclusive: Possible return before [----] World Cup not ruled out as former captain aims to continue good form for Saracens"
X Link 2025-10-17T06:56Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Owen Farrell: I do not understand the poison around me After being named as Lions captain for first time English centre discusses his late call-up social media and new-found perspective"
X Link 2025-07-21T04:17Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Marcus Smith: My childhood in Asia was privileged Brighton was a culture shock Exclusive interview: Guided by his faith Englands No [--] is a grounded young man who remains obsessed with rugby and improving his game"
X Link 2024-12-06T18:50Z 48.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Premiership team of the season: Immanuel Feyi-Waboso the breakout star Telegraph Sport picks its best XV but do you agree with our selections Vote on each player and have your say in the comments section"
X Link 2024-05-19T13:02Z 48.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Good cop vs bad cop: The relationship between Andy Farrell and Joe Schmidt laid bare Backstory of Lions head coach and Australia counterpart is one of the elements that makes forthcoming Test series so intriguing"
X Link 2025-07-16T07:04Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"RFU in bizarre AI blunder amid claims criticism of Tom Currys England selection was suppressed Many posts on X criticising Currys selection so soon after suffering a concussion were hidden by AI software used by the RFU"
X Link 2024-11-23T17:27Z 48.6K followers, 25.3K engagements
"England force meeting to review Benhard Janse van Rensburgs international eligibility World Rugby rule means appearances for South Africa Under-20s between [----] and [----] prevent Bristol Bears centre from changing nationality"
X Link 2025-08-08T16:22Z 208.1M followers, 20.8K engagements
"Andy Farrell packs Lions team with power to bully Australia in first Test Make no mistake this selection is a power play from Andy Farrell"
X Link 2025-07-17T06:02Z 208.1M followers, 12.9K engagements
"Miles Harrison: I knew Ronan OGara would become a great rugby broadcaster Miles Harrison is proud of his rookie co-commentators for knowing exactly when to drop the mic on this Lions tour"
X Link 2025-08-01T10:33Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Leicester Tigers v Northampton Saints live: score and latest updates from Gallagher Premiership If ever an image summed up Michael Cheika’s new-look Leicester Tigers it was captain Julian Montoya right eye swollen shut after catching an errant stud calling for a scrum penalty inside the Northampton [--] early in the second half"
X Link 2024-10-12T20:20Z 48.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Wales v Australia result: Gatlands side officially worst Wales team in history after record defeat This Wales side have experienced some painful days in recent years with home losses for the first time to Italy Georgia and last week Fiji but what a desperate low this defeat was to Australia bullied upfront and ripped open out wide with supporters heading for the exits long before the end"
X Link 2024-11-17T21:09Z 48.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Rugby union is dying in Australia but Wallabies dont seem to care Lions tour is a chance to boost the sport Down Under but it is being wasted as Joe Schmidt and his team show a lack of passion"
X Link 2025-07-25T09:36Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Katy Daley Mclean: Womens kicking used to be ridiculed now we are seeing brilliant skills Most derided feature of womens game has improved beyond all recognition by virtue of investment conditioning and proper practice"
X Link 2025-08-27T10:29Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Jo Yapp interview: The Englishwoman plotting Red Roses downfall Former England scrum-half broke mould when taking Australia reins in [----] but sheep farm in Shropshire is calling once World Cup is over"
X Link 2025-09-05T10:09Z 3.4M followers, [----] engagements
"Friday night crowd fracas at Bristol is latest example of rugby's falling standards Has it really come to this a punch-up between fans at a rugby match"
X Link 2016-10-05T11:58Z 3.4M followers, [--] engagements
"Be-leaf and $1m crowdfunder help magnificent Canada stun New Zealand New Zealand [--] Canada 34"
X Link 2025-09-19T22:35Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Gloucester [--] Newcastle 18: Falcons upset the odds to overcome dismal hosts By Dan Lucas at Kingsholm"
X Link 2016-09-24T17:41Z 48K followers, [--] engagements
"Englands bid to replace Aled Walters could be derailed by Premiership clubs Exclusive: Appointment of Saracens Phil Morrow appears to lie in hands of Premiership rivals amid conflict of interest fears"
X Link 2024-09-27T13:44Z 48.5K followers, [--] engagements
"Ollie Lawrence can be Englands best centre if they learn to use him properly Lawrence endured a difficult game against Scotland but that only highlighted how England must play to his strengths"
X Link 2024-02-27T14:37Z 48.9K followers, [---] engagements
"England end summer tour with dominant win over USA after multiple weather delays England’s rugby tour came to a farcical and chaotic end in Washington overnight when victory over the United States was punctuated by three 30-minute delays due to lightning strikes"
X Link 2025-07-20T03:32Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Every Prem rugby clubs strongest team picked Telegraph Sport runs the rule over the exciting XVs coaches in the top flight could pick if they had everyone available"
X Link 2025-08-26T06:08Z 208.1M followers, 33.3K engagements
"Meg Jones ready to cut Ilona Maher down to size in World Cup opener England centre says it is the fight in the dog that will count when she faces off against tournaments biggest star"
X Link 2025-08-20T13:07Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Faf de Klerk is a force of nature and South Africas main man in more ways than one Plus why Cheslin Kolbe at scrum-half was always part of the Springboks masterplan"
X Link 2023-10-27T18:12Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Ex-Scotland captain Stuart Hogg pleads guilty to five-year campaign of abuse against wife Selkirk Sheriff Court heard how full-back tracked movements of wife Gillian and sent her alarming and distressing messages"
X Link 2024-11-04T17:35Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"England players suffer racist abuse from Argentina fans who escape punishment Victory in San Juan marred by hate speech directed at visitors replacements but authorities fail to identify culprits"
X Link 2025-07-21T14:41Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"The best way to make rugby safer isby making game faster and encourage smaller more agile players We saw a perfect snapshot of the frightening and beautiful elements of rugby in the Exeter v Wasps match when Sam Simmonds was knocked out attempting to tackle Nathan Hughes"
X Link 2017-09-28T16:24Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements
"George North concussion process attacked as a 'farce' with World Rugby accused of double standards The rules concerning the treatment of head injuries to top-level players have been branded a “farce” as the controversy concerning George North’s latest concussion intensifies"
X Link 2016-12-23T07:53Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements
"Exclusive: RFU hit by legal action over transgender women ban Governing body say they will robustly defend their case after trans player Julie Curtiss issues them with pre-action protocol letter"
X Link 2022-09-04T16:01Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Andre Esterhuizen fires shot at Scotlands South Africa-born players Centre says he would rather have limited number of appearances for the Springboks than [--] caps for a country Im not actually born in"
X Link 2024-11-06T20:55Z 48.8K followers, [----] engagements
"The two Lions players I would pick from each country There could be up to [--] Ireland players on the plane to Australia next year but Andy Farrell will surely not ignore these names"
X Link 2024-10-08T16:13Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Our writers pick their World XVs and only one English player selected Telegraph Sport assesses who vaulted to the top of the game after an action-packed autumn and pick your very own team"
X Link 2024-12-02T17:53Z 48.6K followers, [----] engagements
"World class Louis Rees-Zammit signs for Bristol Bears Club had the financial headroom to add Wales wing to their squad but he will need to acclimatise after spell in NFL"
X Link 2025-08-13T17:02Z 208.1M followers, 10.7K engagements
"Steve Borthwicks talk of pressure a load of nonsense says Nick Easter Former England No8 hits out at coach and dismisses as ridiculous Jamie Georges claim that the team are clever"
X Link 2024-11-20T18:46Z 48.6K followers, [--] engagements
"What the Lions got wrong and Australia got right in series finale Andy Farrells side were denied a series whitewash by defiant Wallabies here is where they were found lacking in Sydney"
X Link 2025-08-03T07:43Z 208.1M followers, 15K engagements
"How innovative restarts have become key battleground in South Africa v New Zealand Third set-piece deserves same appreciation as scrums and line-outs as illustrated by their defining role in absorbing Test at Ellis Park"
X Link 2024-09-06T14:57Z 48.9K followers, 12.8K engagements
"Lions v Australia second Test player ratings: Maro Itoje stands tall James Lowe struggles again Telegraph Sport analyses the performance of each player after Lions complete incredible comeback to clinch series"
X Link 2025-07-26T12:57Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Behind the scenes of Englands World Cup win Telegraph Sport looks at the key factors that helped deliver the trophy at Twickenham from Mitchells masterclass to the Everest mantra"
X Link 2025-09-28T06:57Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Nathan Jibulu interview: I want to play for England and Harlequins were not picking me Hooker explains why he is better suited to confrontational Sale than flashy Harlequins and why he loves smashing opponents"
X Link 2025-10-02T09:32Z 208.1M followers, 20.8K engagements
"My boobs were a hindrance: How breast reduction saved Rosie Galligans rugby career At just [--] Galligan opted to have a surgery that permanently altered her body to help her reach her lofty potential in rugby"
X Link 2024-03-21T09:41Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Head coach of Wales womens rugby team leaves amid player contract chaos Ioan Cunningham is first casualty after Telegraph reported players were pressured while executive director Nigel Walker gets stern warning"
X Link 2024-11-08T08:25Z 48.8K followers, 39.1K engagements
"Steve Borthwick in need of experienced operators on England coaching team Several promising but emerging players would surely benefit from greater experience on the England coaching team"
X Link 2024-11-11T14:21Z 48.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Harlequins v Saracens: Inside the Premierships most bitter rivalry Level of antipathy has eased with the passing of time however the Battle for London is still fiercely contested between the local rivals"
X Link 2024-10-11T12:55Z 49K followers, [----] engagements
"Helena Rowland is rugbys most versatile player Ultimate utility back scores hat-trick of tries during first Test start on wing as England demolish Spain"
X Link 2025-08-03T08:19Z 208.1M followers, 14.6K engagements
"Joe Schmidt hits back at Carlo Tizzano dive critics Australia were incensed about decisive incident at end of second Test; Plus Lions challenged to match [----] Invincibles"
X Link 2025-07-29T14:23Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"The [--] things that are different about this Womens Rugby World Cup From micd-up referees to state-of-the-art gumshields the 10th edition of the tournament will break new ground for the female game"
X Link 2025-08-22T11:47Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Rising star Sadia Kabeya lands upgraded England contract but Natasha Hunt misses out RFU hands out [--] full-time Red Roses contracts in lead up to [----] Rugby World Cup"
X Link 2023-07-11T13:47Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"London Irish [--] Harlequins 32: Heartbreak for Exiles as relegation from Aviva Premiership confirmed By Dan Lucas"
X Link 2016-05-01T18:34Z 48K followers, [--] engagements
"Young rugby players could be banned from tackling above the waist in trials to reduce concussion Young rugby players could be banned from tackling above the waist during trials into whether it helps reduce the number of concussions in the game"
X Link 2016-11-16T07:54Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements
"Inside rugbys new NFL talent combine Premiership side Bristol aim to inspire released players to stay in the game with initiative based on successful American football draft"
X Link 2025-04-18T09:06Z 228.6M followers, 56.3K engagements
"RFU to announce record losses approaching 40m Exclusive: Deficit understood to be largest sustained by an English sports governing body and will increase pressure on CEO Bill Sweeney"
X Link 2024-11-20T20:20Z 48.6K followers, 183.5K engagements
"England A v Australia A result: Confrontational Pollock makes case to be fast-tracked by Borthwick The hangover from a fifth consecutive loss for England’s senior team will take time to subside but an energetic second-string sparked by teenage tearaway Henry Pollock at openside flanker served up a refreshing tonic"
X Link 2024-11-17T18:23Z 48.6K followers, 20.2K engagements
"Listen: Tom Curry accuses Bongi Mbonambi of racist slur during Rugby World Cup semi-final Incident occurred in the first half of the World Cup semi-final against England with remarks caught on referee Ben OKeeffes microphone"
X Link 2023-10-23T10:57Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Wales v Fiji result: Welsh suffer record-equalling 10th straight defeat Wales [--] Fiji 24"
X Link 2024-11-10T17:58Z 48.8K followers, [---] engagements
"How Cape Town grew to be the All Blacks backyard An affiliation with New Zealand from Cape Towns large mixed-race population goes back decades into the depths of apartheid"
X Link 2024-09-06T16:18Z 48.9K followers, [---] engagements
"New Zealand rugby CEO: We want an under-85kg World Cup Exclusive: Mark Robinson sits down with Telegraph Sport to discuss the games big issues from 20-minute red cards to World Rugby elections"
X Link 2024-10-29T09:52Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Greg Fisilau puts himself in frame for New Zealand tour after outshining Harlequins England duo 20-year-old inspired Exeter to victory over Harlequins and put Steve Borthwick on notice of his qualities"
X Link 2024-05-12T16:58Z 48.8K followers, [--] engagements
"Tongas Charles Piutau lays bare tier one and two differences: No snacks and we wash our own kit Having switched allegiance from New Zealand Piutau has noticed the gulf between rugby nations"
X Link 2023-09-24T15:25Z 48.9K followers, 23.9K engagements
"Jonny May will always be remembered for scoring one of Englands greatest tries The 33-year-old wingers [----] try against the All Blacks was the launchpad for a superb England career"
X Link 2023-10-31T17:57Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Ben White and Tom Willis targeted by Gregor Townsend in Newcastle recruitment drive Exclusive: Scotland head coach begins Red Bull advisory role by identifying potential new signings for Tyneside club"
X Link 2025-10-07T12:46Z 49.1K followers, 58.3K engagements
"Farrell and Pollock in fights Graham in tears. seven reasons this felt like a proper Lions game A highly competitive midweek match was a blessing for fringe players but also a curse after Darcy Grahams injury and more line-out problems"
X Link 2025-07-22T12:59Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"London Irish takeover agreed paving way for their return to the Championship Exclusive: London Irish may have to find a new home after German businessman Daniel Loitz agrees to buy club in [---] million deal"
X Link 2024-11-14T11:50Z 3.3M followers, 98.2K engagements
"Sione Tuipulotu interview: Private school saved me from life of crime Exclusive: Australian-born centre reflects on journey that took him from Melbournes suburbs to starting for the Lions"
X Link 2025-07-18T09:00Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"World Rugby concerned fans are fuelling trial by social media for referees Exclusive: World Cup governing body fears limited replay angles are creating a rush to judgment against players and officials"
X Link 2023-09-13T20:30Z 48.8K followers, 234.6K engagements
"South Africa beat Argentina to secure consecutive Rugby Championship titles Argentina [--] South Africa 29"
X Link 2025-10-05T04:16Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements
"Benhard Janse van Rensburg: It would be amazing to play for England The Bristol Bear has become one of the Premierships most effective centres and would qualify to play for Steve Borthwicks side by 2026"
X Link 2023-11-05T16:56Z 48.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Leicester blow as captain Julian Montoya agrees deal with Top [--] club Tigers had hoped to keep hooker but Argentina international will join French side Pau"
X Link 2024-10-09T16:19Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Meet New Zealand strike weapons Portia Woodman-Wickliffe and Braxton Sorensen-McGee Black Ferns duo Portia Woodman-Wickliffe and Braxton Sorensen-McGee are at opposite end of careers but relishing chance to play together"
X Link 2025-09-17T06:14Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"How Ollie Devoto's misfortune demonstrates the wisdom of Eddie Jones Sometimes misfortune and sagacity can come dressed in the same clothing"
X Link 2016-03-22T07:29Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements
"Exclusive Max Malins interview: Englands Beauden Barrett on forging his own path and learning the Bristol lingo Versatile back is an introvert who loves the team environment and cannot wait to play again for England"
X Link 2021-01-26T08:09Z 48.5K followers, [--] engagements
"American teams could replace axed Welsh regions in revamped URC United Rugby Championship in talks over big-money offer to expand competition Stateside"
X Link 2025-08-19T12:07Z 208.1M followers, 74.5K engagements
"Lions fallout has left Borthwick with an almighty England midfield headache Residual feeling of tour to Australia is one of falling short and one that leaves England with more questions than answers"
X Link 2025-08-04T06:50Z 208.1M followers, 13.1K engagements
"Why England are producing so many opensides No [--] was once a problem position but now the options available to Steve Borthwick and his eventual successor are plentiful"
X Link 2024-12-12T14:50Z 48.5K followers, 198K engagements
"Sale Sharks in talks with George Martin Leicester and England lock a target for Alex Sanderson with discussions already understood to have taken place ahead of possible move"
X Link 2025-10-16T18:13Z 208.1M followers, 90.9K engagements
"My open letter to the Lions: This is your chance to become a legend Coaches can only do so much but players selected for first Test against Australia are the lucky ones who can write their names in history"
X Link 2025-07-18T08:01Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Brian ODriscoll interview: I took two years to get over Warren Gatland dropping me from Lions Exclusive: Former Ireland centre reveals impact of his omission from final Test in [----] and says Andy Farrell should be head coach again"
X Link 2025-07-30T07:22Z 208.1M followers, 14.9K engagements
"World Rugby accused of having blood on your hands after suspected suicide of ex-rugby player New Zealander was found dead on Wednesday having previously campaigned for greater awareness in rugby of repeated blows to the head"
X Link 2025-08-28T09:50Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Sebastian Negri: Rugby cannot shy away from its physical side Italys blindside flanker is a star of new Netflix series but details of his concussion recovery puts spotlight on the dangers of big hits"
X Link 2024-01-30T19:46Z 48.5K followers, 22.7K engagements
"Mighty Leicester Tigers fightback stuns Harlequins in wild finale A compelling comeback roared on by a fiery home crowd;"
X Link 2025-10-04T18:45Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Leicester Tigers v Sharks live: Score and latest updates from Champions Cup Leicester [--] Sharks 17"
X Link 2024-12-14T21:48Z 48.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Best [--] mens rugby players in the UK right now Several players made their mark on the World Cup in autumn but there are plenty of young and established talents in the Premiership too"
X Link 2023-12-29T16:35Z 48.9K followers, [--] engagements
"England are average and have been for [--] years Despite all their resources England have been stuck in mediocrity for some time"
X Link 2024-11-18T11:22Z 48.6K followers, [--] engagements
"Dan McKellar interview: I come up with ideas in the sauna. like Leicesters Tiger Prowl Exclusive: New Aussie head coach has spoken with Steve Borthwick since arriving at Leicester and insists he is loving life in the Midlands"
X Link 2023-12-07T16:44Z 48.9K followers, [--] engagements
"Rassie Erasmus is rugbys Pep Guardiola a mischievous innovator who changed the sport Alongside Jacques Nienaber Erasmus has built a formidable winning machine in a style similar to the Man City manager"
X Link 2023-10-29T17:52Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Mathew Tait: I ran into Samoas Chiropractor Brian Lima he splattered me like roadkill Exclusive: Tait and his [----] peers demonstrated undeniable steel against Samoa which can be a lesson to the England class of 2023"
X Link 2023-10-05T11:20Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"What 6-2 Lions bench tells us about Andy Farrells plan for a 3-0 red-wash Head coach has been ruthless with selection for third Test despite tiredness within squad at end of exhausting season"
X Link 2025-07-31T11:06Z 208.1M followers, 12.1K engagements
"Its a disgrace World Rugby overlooks props like Ox Nche for player of year Fact that no prop has ever been nominated for games top individual award is flat-out ridiculous"
X Link 2024-11-20T09:45Z 48.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Ireland international Chris Farrell sentenced with former Grenoble players in gang rape case Farrell handed four-year sentence with two suspended and two to be served under house arrest for failing to assist a person in danger"
X Link 2024-12-13T23:00Z 48.5K followers, [---] engagements
"Lions v Australia player ratings: Curry and Beirne silence critics Lowe and Freeman struggle British and Irish Lions win battle of the breakdown but performance of the wings is a worry"
X Link 2025-07-19T12:16Z 208.1M followers, 15K engagements
"British and Irish Lions team selector Pick your players to take part in the British and Irish Lions' [----] tour of Australia"
X Link 2025-02-03T09:32Z 208.1M followers, 11.7K engagements
"Trans women in rugby: Ive been cleaned out by 5ft 4in girls how can I be dangerous Alix Fitzgerald was a member of East London RFC but the RFUs ban on players assigned male at birth in female rugby ended her career"
X Link 2022-08-25T20:29Z 48.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Rugby player banned for telling female referee to get your baps out Official shocked by verbal tirade from intoxicated individual while her parents who were in the crowd were heartbroken and angry"
X Link 2025-08-18T09:28Z 208.1M followers, 14.7K engagements
"Jamie George: I was offered England captaincy the day Mum told me about her cancer Englands captain will take to the field against Scotland on Saturday in first match since mum Jane died from cancer on Feb 14"
X Link 2024-02-22T22:54Z 48.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Why Ruckstar Lizzie Squidge and Rugby Nause are the future of ITV highlights Plus our review of the first episode of Gallagher Premiership Unleashed"
X Link 2024-10-17T15:39Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Rugby World Cup matches could leave free-to-air TV in radical shake-up from [----] Exclusive: World Rugby getting ready to sell rights for next two editions and must balance reaching widest audience with generating revenue"
X Link 2023-09-26T18:26Z 48.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Ben Curry hits out at Lions fans after gobsmacking criticism of twins selection Big brother on tour with England rallies to defence of Test-match animal following social media vitriol over Jac Morgans omission"
X Link 2025-07-18T14:45Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"The [--] things I learnt on the Lions tour Daniel Schofield takes a liking to Australian beer discusses bad selections from both coaches and why TMO is hated Down Under"
X Link 2025-08-04T09:01Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Australia have unearthed next Will Skelton but at [--] he has already left for France Union is financially incapable of keeping best prospects out of the clutches of Aussie Rules rugby league and increasingly Top [--] clubs"
X Link 2025-08-01T14:02Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Taking off Marcus Smith for George Ford was a foolish move by Steve Borthwick Englands head coach replaced fly-half who was six from six off tee with one who had not played in five weeks and another lead was lost"
X Link 2024-11-02T20:25Z 3.3M followers, 35.2K engagements
"No Welsh player in Lions team for first time in [---] years is a national embarrassment Jac Morgan is unfortunate to miss out but Tom Curry is rightly in side on merit as selection underscores sorry state of Welsh rugby"
X Link 2025-07-17T07:07Z 208.1M followers, 18.2K engagements
"What makes South Africa the mentality monsters of rugby Rassie Erasmus Siya Kolisi and Eben Etzebeth reveal no regrets culture unshakeable belief and guts help them win by tightest of margins"
X Link 2024-11-08T08:35Z 48.7K followers, 11.2K engagements
"Toutai Kefu interview: I struggle with reduced sentences for teenagers who stabbed me Two machete-wielding burglars who attacked rugby coach and his family at home in [----] will both soon be free"
X Link 2025-07-21T13:15Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Marcus Smith at full-back gives England their own Bomb Squad at Rugby World Cup Fly-halfs promise at full-back could allow Steve Borthwick to maximise the strengths of his England squad notably their back-row depth"
X Link 2023-09-24T12:19Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Exclusive: England star Max Malins to leave Saracens and join Bristol Bears A desire for more game time at full-back his preferred position is thought to be among the chief motivations for the move"
X Link 2022-09-29T09:10Z 48.5K followers, [--] engagements
"Premiership considering merger with URC to form British and Irish league Exclusive: English clubs understood to be leaning towards new competition without South African and Italian clubs involved"
X Link 2024-09-12T20:29Z 48.9K followers, [---] engagements
"We want to inflict pain the Springbok scrum onslaught heading Englands way Three Springbok props reveal the secrets as to why South Africa have been and remain so good at scrummaging"
X Link 2024-11-16T07:32Z 48.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Springboks prop tests positive for banned substance Asenathi Ntlabakanye will not be considered for New Zealand tour to allow him to concentrate on defending the case"
X Link 2025-08-24T18:05Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Ronan OGara: Do I want the Wales job Id prefer Ireland England or France Many would have dodged the question but that is not the style of the La Rochelle head coach who looks destined for a top role in Test rugby"
X Link 2024-12-09T19:58Z 3.3M followers, 91K engagements
"Stop moaning Australia your player dived It would not have been right had the result of a wonderful Test match been decided by Carlo Tizzanos play-acting"
X Link 2025-07-26T13:45Z 3.3M followers, 24.1K engagements
"Emily Scarratt England superstar: 'I look at her skill-set and it's probably more rounded than any player in the game -male or female' Scarratt who embarks on Six Nations as World Rugby player of the year has been compared to Jeremy Guscott with her graceful running style"
X Link 2020-02-02T12:08Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements
"My greatest Lions team from the players I coached No place for Paul OConnell or Gavin Hastings tells you just how difficult this was let us know what you think in the comments"
X Link 2025-08-06T10:50Z 208.1M followers, 11.4K engagements
"England reveal new kit for autumn Tests complete with multi-coloured stripe Mens pro jersey retails at a whopping [---] and a replica version will set you back 80"
X Link 2024-08-23T12:40Z 48.9K followers, [--] engagements
"England are a shambles of leadership what exactly does Eddie Jones have to do to be sacked England have won just [--] of their past [--] Six Nations matches a desperate return for a country with such resources"
X Link 2022-02-11T21:30Z 48K followers, [--] engagements
"Lions team v Australia: Lowe dropped for third Test as Andy Farrell makes two changes Head coachs comments come after he opted to make two changes for the third Test with starts for Blair Kinghorn and James Ryan"
X Link 2025-07-31T06:00Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"France rugby hero sparks scandal after he was filmed lifting womans skirt Richard Dourthe has decided to take legal action for slanderous disinformation complaining that he is the target of a media campaign"
X Link 2025-08-28T16:12Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Exclusive Emily Scarratt interview: 'I'd love for young girls to want to be a Sarah Hunter or an Emily Scarratt' When she called time on her illustrious sevens career to sign for Loughborough [--] months ago it was not lost on Emily Scarratt that she would be fine-tuning her already polished game in a league sponsored by a potato crisp manufacturer"
X Link 2019-11-09T13:52Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements
"Meet Zack Wimbush the 6ft 6in Exeter centre who plays like a Fijian Wimbush bulked up during lockdown but has skill as well as size and is the latest England hopeful in Exeters shop window"
X Link 2025-10-18T09:42Z 208.1M followers, [---] engagements
"Abby Dow interview: World Cup is our Everest and were now in the death zone Red Roses wing talks crochet her sisterly relationship with Holly Aitchison and the explosion in popularity of womens rugby"
X Link 2025-09-19T12:05Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Lions referee got crucial call right for the moment and the wider sport Crucial Jac Morgan decision demonstrated what a wonderful feel the three match officials have for the game"
X Link 2025-07-27T08:24Z 3.4M followers, 111.3K engagements
"The seven-point game plan England can use to undo the Springboks Steve Borthwicks team need to defend fiercely and will aim to dominate the air but must also challenge South Africa with a bold attack"
X Link 2024-11-15T12:15Z 48.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Englands depth chart after summer tour triumph Telegraph Sport assesses the options at Steve Borthwicks disposal and considers whose stock has risen and fallen over the summer"
X Link 2025-07-21T11:21Z 208.1M followers, 154.2K engagements
"Coaching girls rugby can feel like leading a Viking raid (or herding cats) After [--] years out of the game our writer returned to run his daughters side and finds it both terrifying and exhilaratingly rewarding"
X Link 2025-09-21T11:01Z 228.6M followers, 20.9K engagements
"Red Roses stars targeted by Mike Tindalls breakaway league Ellie Kildunne wanted by R360 as England team-mates sign pre-contract agreements that could result in six-fold salary increases"
X Link 2025-10-02T09:46Z 3.3M followers, 56.4K engagements
"Tom Curry delivers Lions performance for the ages in victory over Australia By the time Tom Curry was taken off in the 58th minute it looked like he did not know which part of his body to rub"
X Link 2025-07-19T11:58Z 208.1M followers, 11.6K engagements
"How many coaches has Eddie taken Australian womens fury as rugby accused of favouring men Part-time players launch scathing attack on governing body for flying Wallabies business class while female team travels in economy"
X Link 2023-08-21T14:37Z 48.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Jannes Labuschagne: Jesus spoke to me in Twickenham showers after Jonny Wilkinson red card Former Springboks lock now a preacher believes infamous [----] sending-off saved him from a fate far worse by divine grace"
X Link 2024-11-13T13:50Z 48.7K followers, [----] engagements
"My guide to the Lions Test referees Track record of three officials in charge for Test series points to key differences in their approach"
X Link 2025-07-18T10:01Z 208.1M followers, 27K engagements
"Michael Cheika: Ive been made to feel unwanted and my reputation has been hurt Leicester coach said he felt he had done nothing wrong despite a two-game ban for disrespecting a Premiership match-day doctor"
X Link 2024-10-07T19:53Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"England rocked as Ollie Chessum to miss Autumn Internationals Exclusive: Forward twisted awkwardly in off-the-ball collision during training in Girona last week"
X Link 2024-10-26T15:45Z 208.1M followers, 53.5K engagements
"Joe Marler announces rugby retirement: Time to jump off the roller coaster Loosehead [--] stepped back from international game earlier this month days after causing controversy when he called for haka to be scrapped"
X Link 2024-11-27T19:30Z 48.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Tim Rodber interview: I was angry for my entire rugby career Exclusive: Former England forward discusses retiring at [--] his greatest problem whilst playing and venturing into business world"
X Link 2025-09-18T14:50Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"I spent a day with the Scarlets who are fighting for their existence Telegraph Sport visited a squad determined to do right by a historic rugby club under threat of extinction"
X Link 2025-09-12T08:09Z 3.4M followers, 14.2K engagements
"Owen Farrell on bench as Lions forced into last-minute change for second Test against Australia Head coach Andy Farrell has turned to tried-and-trusted options from Ireland who boast a record nine players in XV to face Australia"
X Link 2025-07-24T07:39Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"John Jeffrey bitter and betrayed after Scotland snubs World Rugby bid In light of his home unions decision former flanker has resigned all of his current positions including games vice-chair role"
X Link 2024-09-18T19:40Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Welsh Rugby in fresh sexism scandal after threatening World Cup withdrawal in contract stand-off Exclusive: WRU told womens team they would not play fixtures at WXV2 if they refused to sign new contracts that ignored several requests"
X Link 2024-10-31T16:21Z 208.1M followers, 289.2K engagements
"Inside the Farrell father-son relationship and why they bristle at nepotism claims Rugby-obsessed duo have always refuted suggestions of favouritism and are determined to make history for the Lions"
X Link 2025-07-25T14:05Z 208.1M followers, 14.7K engagements
"England win Womens Rugby World Cup on biggest possible stage Mission accomplished coronation secure"
X Link 2025-09-27T16:54Z 208.1M followers, 14.2K engagements
"Newcastle Red Bulls sack Steve Diamond Exclusive: Veteran director of rugby leaves Tyneside club with Scotland head coach to advise on strategy and philosophy"
X Link 2025-10-01T10:53Z 208.1M followers, 37.6K engagements
"I would not have been able to stop Johnno from playing the third Lions Test in [----] Player welfare and recovery were low priorities [--] years ago so much so that Englands Lions jetted straight off to play Australia"
X Link 2025-07-30T12:04Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"I would start Marcus Smith at fly-half he is the superstar England need Smith just needs someone to believe in his talent and he will thrive"
X Link 2023-08-07T14:09Z 48.9K followers, 40.3K engagements
"Joe Schmidts Australia honeymoon over after South Africa humbling Australia [--] South Africa 33"
X Link 2024-08-10T13:57Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Louis Rees-Zammit interview: I was wasting my talent in the United States Wales wing reflects on growing fed up with the NFL his lack of opportunities and why R360 can be a positive for rugby"
X Link 2025-08-19T18:19Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Current Springboks or 1970s Wales: Which is best rugby team of all time Four Telegraph Sport experts make their cases for best side in history vote in poll below and comment with your favourite"
X Link 2024-10-17T16:06Z 48.9K followers, [---] engagements
"New Zealand v South Africa result: Springboks condemn All Blacks to their heaviest ever defeat New Zealand [--] South Africa 43"
X Link 2025-09-13T14:11Z 208.1M followers, [----] engagements
"Are we close to saying rugby is too dangerous to play What struck me about the George North incident was just how common a sight seeing a rugby player lying motionless on the pitch has become these days"
X Link 2016-12-11T11:35Z 208.1M followers, [--] engagements
"New Zealand outmuscle South Africa in Eden Park thriller New Zealand [--] South Africa 17"
X Link 2025-09-06T09:25Z 3.4M followers, [--] engagements
"Were not getting free ride: Wasps and Worcester owner defends possible Championship inclusion How Christopher Holland now a key figure for rugby union is reviving the fortunes of two sleeping giants at no small cost"
X Link 2024-10-11T14:10Z 49K followers, [----] engagements
"Premiership clubs join backlash over 'ludicrous' British and Irish Lions schedule for New Zealand tour Aviva Premiership clubs have joined the backlash against the fixture schedule for next year’s British and Irish Lions tour of New Zealand with one top official calling the programme “ludicrous”"
X Link 2016-08-28T16:25Z 48K followers, [--] engagements
"I had my doubts but now I believe Marcus Smith has what it takes to be the best player in the world Plus I'm glad to see 'A' team return. It would be great if second-tier Test sides had chance to come over to face England's second string"
X Link 2021-05-14T13:36Z 3.4M followers, [--] engagements
"South Africa beat New Zealand to put one hand on Rugby Championship trophy South Africa [--] New Zealand 12"
X Link 2024-09-09T08:02Z 48.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Ireland back ongoing talks over Premiership and URC merger Exclusive: IRFU in favour of proposals but issue relating to inclusion of South African and Italian clubs still to be resolved"
X Link 2024-09-13T20:42Z 48.9K followers, 11.2K engagements
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