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Round 23 Preview: Title race showdowns take centre stage as remarkable National League run-in heats up

Rotherham Titans vs Plymouth Albion and Sheffield vs Tynedale may grab the headlines, but other crucial clashes across National One and National Two will also shape the final month of the season for many teams.

Blackheath's Billy Harding: 'I’d love to tell you what the secret sauce is for my try-scoring!'

According to England Rugby's stats, Blackheath hooker Billy Harding is the top try-scorer across the 12 levels of English club rugby this season.

Game-changing weekend kicks off gripping National League Rugby run-in

With the season entering its final two months, every game is crucial as clubs compete for promotion, play-offs, and survival.

National League Rugby Preview: 'Rest' weekend full of importance as final two months of regular season begins

Even with only five games scheduled for this weekend, each fixture carries significance across National One and National Two.

National League Rugby Preview: Season-defining weekend for some as February finale provides crucial clashes

With just five rounds remaining after this weekend, Round 21 could prove pivotal in shaping the season.

Marijn Huis Interview: Champ, National 1 and BUCS Super Rugby have all helped my development

The Netherlands international has played at various levels of the English game and has found a home at London Scottish.

National League Rugby: Anticipation surrounds title races as expectation swirls around survival battles

As the run-in looms, Round 20 brings decisive top-two clashes in National Two North and East.

National League Rugby Preview: February set to sharpen the minds of many as intensity rises

The race to the finish line begins in Round 19, as teams intensify their push for promotion and fight to secure their survival.

100 tries in 100 games - Sheffield's Christian Hooper on putting his best foot forward

Sheffield’s prolific winger reflects on scoring his 100th try on his 100th appearance for the club.

Plymouth Albion sign forward Huw Taylor

Plymouth Albion sign experienced forward Huw Taylor to strengthen pack for National One title run-in this season.

National League Rugby Preview: Crucial contests for survival bids as promotion contenders look to take another step

As January turns to February, focus sharpens at both ends of National One and the National Two leagues.

National League Rugby Preview: Round 17 could inspire aspirations as final third of season comes into view

As we race towards the final third of the campaign, title races intensify and survival battles heat up.

National League Rugby Preview: A key weekend for those towards the bottom and some tasty ties at the top

There are some crucial fixtures at the wrong end of the standings, while there is the usual helping of standout clashes towards the top.

Round 15 Preview: Wild weather won’t wash out return of National League Rugby

Storm Goretti has already impacted the return of National League Rugby, but at the time of publication, here is what we can look forward to in Round 15.

Friday night festivities kick off 'Derby Weekend' in National League Rugby

The final weekend of National League Rugby in 2025 begins with the Sheffield derby on Friday night.

National League Rugby Preview: Christmas crackers across the board but don’t expect any goodwill

Round 13 has gifted us a set of fixtures which include top-of-the-table tussles and crucial clashes towards the bottom.

November sets up a cracker of a December as festive fixtures begin in National League Rugby

It felt like the National League Rugby season burst into life last month, setting up a December packed with storylines waiting to be written.

National League Rugby Preview: Top half battles dominate the narrative as November draws to a close

Key clashes towards the top of National One and all three National Two divisions headline the final round of November.

Ratu Vakalutukali Interview: Armed Forces Day special for Taunton and National League Rugby

Talking Rugby Union heard from Royal Marine and Taunton No.8 Ratu Vakalutukali ahead of the club's Armed Forces Day.

National League Rugby Preview: Noteworthy clashes across the board could shape aspirations

Round 10 in National One and National Two offers several key fixtures that could start to influence the season’s outlook for some clubs.

Late Bonfire Night sparks set to fly as National League Rugby returns with a bang

The November fixtures are here. Who can seize momentum over the next three weeks with key matches coming thick and fast?

Fixture list sets up fascinating conclusion to first block of National League games

As National League Rugby prepares for a brief pause, Round Eight promises plenty of talking points.

Teams seek a spark while landscapes towards the top are set to shift in National League Rugby

Round Seven offers struggling sides a chance to ignite their campaigns, while those near the summit aim to lay down a marker.

Rotherham vs Rosslyn Park headlines exciting weekend of National League Rugby action

Round Six promises plenty, with the blockbuster National One clash at Clifton Lane and Sheffield’s trip to Fylde standing out.

Standout fixtures set to heighten or dampen early-season aspirations in National League Rugby

Clashes like Rosslyn Park vs Plymouth Albion and Macclesfield vs Fylde already feel like big matches.

National League Rugby Round Four: Final September fixtures bring opportunities to many

And just like that, September is almost over, but Round Four offers plenty of clubs the chance to head into October with a spring in their step.

National League Rugby Preview: Title contenders tested, unbeaten runs to protect and first wins up for grabs

From Plymouth Albion’s test at Bishop’s Stortford to Havant v Esher and Camborne’s Midlands trip, here’s your Round Three preview.

Joe Makin Interview: 'I don’t quite know how I’ve got to 400 games but I have!'

The Hull Ionians captain will play his 400th game for the club on Saturday and the ever-present, who has had a special career, is showing no signs of slowing down.

Encouraging attendances expected as derby weekend lights up National Leagues

From the North-East down to Cornwall, derby fever grips National League Rugby this weekend, with some bumper crowds expected across the country.

National League Rugby Returns: Friday Night lights kicks off opening weekend

After a summer of preparation, the 2025/26 National League Rugby season kicks off on Friday night, with Taunton hosting Exeter University.

Josh Beaumont Exclusive: The 'relief' of retirement, reflections and his testimonial year

A 'true driver and role model for rugby in the north', Beaumont admits the decision to retire at the end of the season was effectively taken out of his hands, plus he confirms he will stay with Sale Sharks in a commercial role.

Play-off introduced as fixtures confirmed for 2025/26 National League Rugby season

Due to the expansion of 'Champ Rugby', a play-off and 'Access Final' has been introduced to National One.

England Under-20s ready to ‘create own stories’ as they gear up for world title defence

Only eight players remain from last year’s triumphant squad and while 2024’s success can act as motivation, Mark Mapletoft’s side are also out to create their own memories.

Bill Beaumont Division 1 County Championship Final - Kent target three-peat while Yorkshire look to avenge 2024 heartache

In a rerun of last year’s final, Kent face Yorkshire at Twickenham.

Alfie Longstaff Interview: “I have developed so much - Sometimes you just need to get stuck in”

Nail-biting relegation battles and a league title to be won - All you need ahead of the final day in the National Leagues

Either Leicester Lions or Esher will avoid the drop, Clifton in pole position and strap yourselves in for several twists and turns.

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