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Andy Farrell expected to lead Lions in 2025 after Irish union gives its blessing

Andy Farrell is set to be head coach for the 2025 British & Irish Lions tour of Australia, with the IRFU saying it would be ‘ecstatic’ if he got the role

The Guardian - UK

Ireland coach Andy Farrell extends contract beyond 2027 World Cup

The former dual-code international’s contract had been due to run out in 2025

The Independent UK

Japan’s appointment of Eddie Jones is a gamble not worth taking

Jones heads back to the job where he masterminded the greatest upset in rugby history, but his return feels like inviting an arsonist to light the winter fire

The Independent UK

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Ireland coach Andy Farrell commits long-term future as Lions stint teed up

IRFU tie down head coach for fresh Rugby World Cup bid in 2027

Evening Standard

Andy Farrell to lead Ireland to 2027 World Cup after signing new deal

Andy Farrell will lead Ireland to the 2027 Rugby World Cup after extending his contract, while Rob Howley returns to Wales after his betting ban

The Guardian - UK

Eddie Jones denies talking to Japan about coaching role before World Cup

The former England coach, who failed to get Australia out of their group in France, said he had not interviewed for the Japan job until this month.

The Independent UK

Rob Baxter believes overseas restrictions good for Premiership and England

Henry Arundell, Jack Willis and Joe Marchant have all left the Gallagher Premiership.

The Independent UK

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City slickers, Spanish kisses, failing cricketers – 10 things we learned in 2023

England endured a miserable cricket World Cup but Sarina Wiegman’s Lionesses came so close to glory in Australia and New Zealand.

The Independent UK

‘I’m not Eddie Jones’: New coach John Mitchell promises long-term commitment to ‘amazing’ Red Roses

Speaking for the first time since becoming head coach of England Women, Mitchell discusses what convinced him to take the job and how he’s planning for a home World Cup in 2025

The Independent UK

Henry Arundell ineligible for England after committing to Racing 92 until 2026

The wing and full-back Henry Arundell will be ineligible for England until June 2026 after his contract extension with Racing 92 was confirmed

The Guardian - UK

Opening Champions Cup weekend proves it’s not all doom and gloom for English Premiership

Seven of England’s eight competing clubs secured victory on the opening weekend of continental competition

The Independent UK

Sarah Hunter ‘so excited’ by prospect of Rugby World Cup launching in Sunderland

The England transitional coach is keen to inspire a new generation of players from the North East.

The Independent UK

Women’s Rugby World Cup in 2025 to start in Sunderland and end at Twickenham

World Rugby and Rugby Football Union made the announcement on Monday morning.

The Independent UK

Sunderland’s Stadium of Light to host opening game of 2025 Women’s World Cup

Twickenham will host the final of the tournament, with organisers hopeful of a sell-out crowd

The Independent UK

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Syd Millar: Ireland and Lions hero dies aged 89

Tributes paid to former prop

The Guardian - UK

Handré Pollard inspires Leicester to Champions Cup win against Stormers

Handré Pollard scored 20 points, including a try, in Leicester’s 35-26 bonus-point victory against the Stormers in their opening Champions Cup match

The Guardian - UK

Dugdale seals win for Sale in Champions Cup opener against Stade Français

Tries from Tom O’Flaherty, Jonny Hill and Sam Dugdale helped Sale to a 28-5 victory against Stade Français in the Champions Cup

The National (Scotland)

Glasgow Warriors can't afford to keep playing catch-up, says Stafford McDowall

Glasgow Warriors can't afford to keep playing catch-up, says Stafford McDowall.

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The Guardian - UK

Billy Vunipola sees red as Bulls cruise to win over Saracens in Champions Cup

Owen Farrell made his return to club colours but Saracens succumbed to a 27-16 defeat to the Bulls after Billy Vunipola was sent off

The Guardian - UK

Joe Cokanasiga gets Bath bubbling to stun Ulster with second-half blitz

The England winger scored two tries to help Bath come from behind to beat Ulster 37-14 in the Champions Cup

Evening Standard

Henry Arundell handed Six Nations ultimatum as England star told he must agree Gallagher Premiership return

Bath are the frontrunners to sign Arundell should he return to England next season

The Guardian - UK

Alfie Barbeary: ‘I’ve been honest that I’m not the biggest fan of the gym’

The Bath No 8 talks to Robert Kitson about why he is not an identikit sportsman and his aspirations to make the international grade with England

Woman & Home

Princess Charlotte and Louis's special treatment at Christmas that Prince George never got

Princess Charlotte and Louis's special treatment during the festive season was something their older brother didn't receive himself

Evening Standard

Harlequins star Will Joseph backed to push England Six Nations claim in Champions Cup

Joseph has slotted in seamlessly as Joe Marchant's replacement at Quins - could he do the same at international level?

Evening Standard

Andy Christie exclusive: Scotland flanker reveals secret weapon to Saracens success as Champions Cup begins

Exclusive: Christie is reaping the rewards of work with former Sarries star Calum Clark, now a performance psychologist

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