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The Rugby Paper Podcast

The Rugby Paper Podcast

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Summary

The Rugby Paper Round Up is your weekly podcast bringing you the biggest stories, standout performances and key insight from across the rugby world. With insight from The Rugby Paper’s Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock and a special guest from the sport each week, they cover everything from the Prem and URC to the Champ, National Leagues, BUCS and the women’s game.
Your essential audio guide to the week in rugby.

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Episodes
  • TQL Rugby – Ireland team analysis – Mack Hansen returns at full-back for Fiji clash + Nations Championship Round Five Preview

    TQL Rugby – Ireland team analysis – Mack Hansen returns at full-back for Fiji clash + Nations Championship Round Five Preview
    Nov 13 2026
    #rugby #rugbyunion #nationschampionship This morning I sat down, poured a coffee and enjoyed going over Andy Farrell’s latest team selection and previewing Round Five of the Nations Championship. Andy has made seven changes for the Fiji clash on Saturday and for me it was just the right amount! I focus on the importance of the pack, the returning players from injury and revel in the fact that some of my selection predictions came true! 🎙️ The TQL Rugby Podcast is available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more! 🏉 #rugby #rugbyunion #nationschampionship #ireland #fijirugby #irishrugby #leinsterrugby #connachtrugby #munsterrugby #ulsterrugby #england #englandrugby #france #frenchrugby #italy #scotland #scotlandrugby #wales #walesrugby #allblack #allblacks #springboks #southafrica #australiarugby #australia #japanrugby #japan #argentina #argentinarugby
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    22 mins
  • FRANCE v SOUTH AFRICA BOKS UNBEATABLE? FRANCE BARE BONES? Nations Championship 2026

    FRANCE v SOUTH AFRICA BOKS UNBEATABLE? FRANCE BARE BONES? Nations Championship 2026
    Nov 11 2026

    Are South Africa now the best team in world rugby by some distance—or can France expose weaknesses in the back-to-back world champions?

    Ben Jaycock is joined by South African rugby analyst Steve Noble to preview one of the biggest matches of the Nations Championship: France against the Springboks in Paris.

    They assess South Africa’s form following their 66–7 demolition of Italy, Rassie Erasmus’ evolving attack and the players driving the Springboks’ continued dominance.

    Steve also explains what makes France dangerous, how South Africa can contain Antoine Dupont, whether the French pack can withstand the Springbok power game and where the world champions remain vulnerable.

    Plus, are South Africa even stronger than the side that won the 2023 World Cup—and who will decide this heavyweight contest?

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    27 mins
  • ENGLAND v JAPAN EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW! Nations Championship 2026 Rugby Paper Roundup​

    ENGLAND v JAPAN EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW! Nations Championship 2026 Rugby Paper Roundup​
    Nov 11 2026

    What should England supporters know about Eddie Jones’ Japan ahead of their Nations Championship meeting at Twickenham?

    Ben Jaycock is joined by Japanese rugby expert Steve Noble to examine the Brave Blossoms’ development, tactical identity and form since Jones returned as head coach.

    They discuss Japan’s 28–21 defeat by Wales, the key players England must watch, the influence of Japan Rugby League One and whether the national side has developed the physicality required to compete with the world’s leading teams.

    Steve also assesses where Japan could trouble England, how Eddie Jones’ second spell is viewed domestically and what would constitute a successful afternoon at Twickenham.

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    33 mins
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