England

National One set for one of the most exciting finales in recent memory

With a three-horse race for promotion to the Championship, one of the most exciting leagues in English rugby is gearing up for an absorbing finale.
13 April 2023

RFU survey reveals players had experienced some form of racism 'in every area of the elite game'

The Rugby Football Union have said they will increase their efforts to eradicate discrimination from the game after their inclusion and diversity survey found that players had experienced some form of racism "in every area of the elite game."
5 April 2023

'With the regeneration and getting new players in, we are trying to explore a little bit more' - Future proofing the Red Roses

England were at their usual, clinical best against Italy on Sunday but there were clear signs that the Red Roses are also beginning to transition into a new era.
5 April 2023

'It’s a credit to the league and the player pool we have': Strength of Allianz Premier 15s clear for injury-hit England

With a lengthy injury list currently ruling out 19 Red Roses players, Simon Middleton has turned to the talent pool within the Allianz Premier 15s to bolster his squad for this TikTok Women's Six Nations campaign.
31 March 2023

Felix Jones to join England as assistant coach after World Cup

England have announced that Felix Jones will be joining the backroom staff following the Rugby World Cup scheduled in France later this year.
30 March 2023

Farrell wins Battle of the Boot to silence critics

In any World Cup year, there will always be a battle for places.
30 March 2023

Billy Vunipola aims for England return after omission in Six Nations

Saracens star Billy Vunipola says he is aiming to make it to the England squad for the upcoming Rugby World Cup in France despite not featuring in this year's Six Nations tournament.
27 March 2023

Interview: Tom Dunn on his time with England, Bath's season and looking to the future

Bath's hooker is hoping the Blue, Black and White can end the Gallagher Premiership campaign strongly.
26 March 2023

England v Scotland Preview: 'The impact Sarah has had on the game has been forever changing'

Imogen Ainsworth takes a look ahead to the Red Roses' opener against Scotland + TRU hears from Loughborough Lightning Director of Rugby Rhys Edwards as Sarah Hunter bows out of the game.
25 March 2023

Leicester 'delighted' to have Freddie Steward available as Tigers target top four

Leicester head coach Richard Wigglesworth feels we have to accept that "accidents" happen on a rugby field after Freddie Steward had the red card he received against Ireland rescinded.
23 March 2023

Six Nations Ratings: Top grades for Ireland and France, room for improvement for England

Talking Rugby Union's John Wiffen shares his reflections on the Six Nations, including praise for one of France's half-backs and why Jack Willis stood out from the rest.
22 March 2023

England experience humiliating record defeat at Twickenham

The casual rugby fan might have seen yesterday's result and thought what the hell is going on?
21 March 2023

'Will be working really hard to put England in the best position possible' - Steve Borthwick

England head coach Steve Borthwick is confident that the team will be in best possible position when they head to France for this year's World Cup.
20 March 2023

Johnny Sexton heaps praise on coach Andy Farrell after Ireland's Grand Slam win

Ireland skipper Johnny Sexton heaped praises on head coach Andy Farrell following their Six Nations Grand Slam triumph.
19 March 2023

Finn Theobald-Thomas Exclusive: ‘You never know when it could be the end of it’

Ahead of their final match of the U20s Six Nations, England hooker Finn Theobald-Thomas spoke to TRU about his rollercoaster season which has seen him move from Worcester Warriors to Gloucester and his upcoming move to Leicester Tigers.
19 March 2023

Schools Rugby: Oakham are the 'history' boys after sealing Continental Tyres Schools Cup

Director of Rugby Andy Rice said his players are now at the forefront of Oakham School history after claiming their first U18 Cup title in 20 years.
19 March 2023

Match Centre: Six Nations - Ireland 29-16 England

Ireland have claimed their fourth Six Nations Grand Slam as they defeated England 29-16 in the fifth and final round at Aviva Stadium on Saturday.
19 March 2023

England are 'learning fast' but Ireland's cohesion is what Steve Borthwick will want to replicate

With the odds overwhelming stacked against them to scupper Ireland's Grand Slam dreams, Steve Borthwick has made four changes to his England side as he continues to search for cohesiveness.
17 March 2023

Owen Farrell to start at fly-half for England against Ireland

England head coach Steve Borthwick has named Owen Farrell at fly-half for the final round Six Nations clash against Ireland to be played in Dublin on Saturday.
16 March 2023

Freddie Steward wants England to bounce back in Dublin

England full-back Freddie Steward has urged his side to bounce back in the fifth and final round of the Six Nations tournament in Dublin on Saturday.
15 March 2023