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A season-defining weekend? Title battles and survival ambitions littered across Round 21 in National League Rugby

With just six games to go, Round 21 feels hugely significant for those fighting at either end of their respective tables.

The run-in is here and Round 20 is full of fixtures which highlight the importance of March

As February turns into March, the penultimate month in the National League Rugby calendar is upon us and, as ever, there is still plenty left to play for.

'Experiencing different routes' has readied George Pearson for Under-20s bow

Gaining game time in the Premiership Cup - as well as in National One for Leicester Lions - has led to the 19-year old earning a first start for England's Under-20s.

Fiercely contested title race ready for crucial showdown as Leeds Tykes and Sheffield headline Round 19

For the second season running, the National Two North promotion battle looks set to go the distance.

The UK flavour to the Men’s Rugby Europe Championship

For those who follow National League Rugby and BUCS Super Rugby in particular, there have been a host of recognisable names cropping up in this year’s Rugby Europe Championship.

Ralph McEachran and Tye Raymont Interview: The latest Sale props ready to make a name for themselves

England Under-20s have two more exciting Sale props in their arsenal as they prepare to defend their Six Nations crown.

After the thrills and spills of Round 16, can January end in similar fashion in National League Rugby?

Last weekend we witnessed key wins, remarkable fightbacks and dramatic conclusions so can Round 17 follow suit?

'It does feel like an opportunity' - Business as usual in Round 16 as second half of season presents possibilities

After a disruptive return to action last weekend, all 56 clubs across levels three and four are ready to hit the ignition button in Round 16.

National League Rugby's return hit by freezing weather

Freezing weather conditions across England have scuppered the return of National League Rugby.

Round 14 set to deliver some festive drama with neighbours and rivals in no mood to offer early Christmas gifts

The festive selection of derby day fixtures across National League Rugby is always a highlight.

National One clubs call for governance review and reform of RFU

Clubs from National One have come together to put further pressure on the governance, setup and management of rugby in England.

National One title battle braced for key weekend while teams towards the bottom are up for the fight

The halfway point of the season is here - and ambitions for the second half of the campaign can be enhanced or diminished in Round 13.

A tour to England which ended in forging a relationship with Esher

European cup competitions began at the weekend but a transcontinental connection was made in November between National One side Esher and Portuguese club GDS Cascais.

Friday night live-stream fitting way to kick off Christmas period

Rams’ top-of-the-table clash with National One leaders Richmond under the lights of Old Bath Road feels like the ideal way to begin a festive block of fixtures full of intrigue.

Cadan Murley Exclusive: ‘I see myself as part of a new core group of younger leaders at Harlequins’

The 25-year-old sees himself as a key part of Quins’ future + he also discusses his work with National One side Richmond.

Temperature of National League Rugby season set to rise in Round 11

Despite the cold weather we have experienced over the last few days, the National League Rugby campaign is really starting to heat up.

'We don't want to shy away from it being a big game' - Standout fixtures mean downplaying Round 10 isn't an option

Round 10 in National League Rugby offers up some big clashes at the bottom as well as a top-of-the-table contest with plenty more in between.

National League Rugby Preview Show | National 1 | Round 9

National League Rugby Preview Show | Round 9

National League Rugby's Round 9 Preview Show. After a one-week hiatus, National League Rugby returns and Chris Heal is joined by several guests.

National League Rugby set to return with a bang with Round 9 serving up some significant contests

There are some fascinating clashes lined up across the board as we light the fuse on November's block of fixtures.

Henderson’s hat-trick not enough as Sedgley Park fall to Blackheath

Sedgley Park's Rhys Henderson shines with a hat-trick, but Blackheath triumph 36-24 on October 26th.

National League Rugby Preview Show | National 1 | Round 8

A breakdown of the week's National League Rugby Preview Show. In National 1's segment, Chris Heal looks back on an excellent win for Bishop's Stortford and gives a nod towards the weekend.

National League Rugby Preview Show | Round 8

National League Rugby's Round 8 Preview Show. Chris Heal is joined by Tynedale Director of Rugby Peter Southern and Club President Neil Foster to discuss the club's community feel + start to the season.

National League Rugby: The pause button is about to be pressed - but don't expect any deceleration in Round Eight

With one more round to go before the first 'rest weekend' of the season, who can enter November with a spring in their step?

Watch Round 7 Highlights between Sedgley Park and Plymouth Albion

Sedgley Park Tigers secured an impressive 41–26 victory over Plymouth Albion on Saturday.

National League Rugby Preview Show | Round 7

National League Rugby's Round 7 Preview Show. Chris Heal is joined by Bury St Edmunds Director of Rugby Jacob Ford to discuss a summer of change at the club.

'It is going to be one humdinger of a game' - Are you ready for Round Seven in National League Rugby?

Interesting narratives and some already sizeable fixtures await us across National One and National Two.

National League Rugby Preview Show | Round 6

National League Rugby's Round 6 Preview Show. Chris Heal is joined by Canterbury 1st XV Player and Head of Player Pathway Nathan Morris + Director of Rugby Taff Gwilliam to discuss one of the club's new ventures

Searching for success, 'Friday Night Lights' and simmering rivalries stand out in Round Six

There is plenty to get stuck into across the National League Rugby weekend from teams scrapping for their first victories to clubs renewing rivalries.

Bishop's Stortford triumphs over Sedgley Park with a dominant display - Video

The latest round of the National League 1 clash saw Bishop’s Stortford emerged victorious over Sedgley Park with a 27-12 win.

National League Rugby Preview Show | Round 5

National League Rugby's Round 5 Preview Show. Chris Heal reflects on the first month of the season and looks ahead to Round 5 with the help of Rotherham Titans skipper Zak Poole and Lymm coaching duo Adam Fletcher and Andy Davies.

National League Rugby Preview: 'It is a great start but it is only a start': Can early high-flyers carry form into Round Five?

The second month of the National League Rugby season begins - and it may well provide us with a better indication of who could be the real deal.

National League Preview: Clubs bid to end September by either maintaining or recapturing that winning feeling

Three entertaining weekends of rugby have come and gone but there is one more round to go before we charge into October.

Big clashes keep coming in National League Rugby as season races into Round Three

The National League Rugby campaign is starting to hit its stride and Round Three is set to provide us with some exciting encounters.

National League Rugby Preview Show | Round 2

National League Rugby's Preview Show returns and it is 'Derby Weekend'. Chris Heal is joined by Assistant Editor of The Rugby Paper Ben Jaycock, plus he talks to Sheffield Tigers Director of Rugby Jack Howieson and Redruth boss Nigel Hambly.

Try of the Week Nominations | Round 1

National League Rugby's Media Team select their four favourite tries from the opening weekend of the 2024/25 season.