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Almost a third more Kiwi eyeballs were glued to women’s sport in the past year, proving the worth of hosting three World Cups in NZ. But how do sports maintain the momentum? Suzanne McFadden reports.

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England announce return of ‘A team’ and reveal date of Portugal clash

England’s second-string side will return to action as head coach Steve Borthwick bids to build greater depth

The Independent UK

English rugby union adjusts to grim reality as RFU thrashes out new deal

Crisis-hit domestic game faces watershed season as remaining Premiership clubs await new professional game partnership

The Guardian - UK

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NSW Blues on brink of drought-breaking Shield win

Oliver Davies and Chris Tremain have put NSW within touching distance of their first Sheffield Shield win in 16 games, closing in on a win against WA.

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Black Ferns, Red Roses, red cards and red faces

Rugby writer Adam Julian sums up the first Women's XV international tournament - and examines how the Black Ferns find themselves once again so far behind England

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Sam Cane handed ban after Rugby World Cup final red card

The New Zealand captain was sent off during his side’s defeat to South Africa at the Stade de France

The Independent UK

Bancroft ready for Australia Test recall, says Langer

Justin Langer believes Western Australia opener Cameron Bancroft is ready to replace David Warner when the Test incumbent retires in January.

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Exeter go top after Iosefa-Scott seals bonus-point victory against Bristol

Rich Lane scored a hat-trick for Bristol but the visitors were undone by their wayward kicking, Exeter eventually winning a gripping encounter 29-20

The Guardian - UK

Warren Gatland asks for patience as Wales build new generation of players

Alun Wyn Jones, Justin Tipuric and Leigh Halfpenny are among the experienced names to announce their international retirement this year.

The Independent UK

'Wee ginger baby' - Glasgow Warriors star Cancelliere on newborn son

'Wee ginger baby' - Sebastian Cancelliere beamed with joy after returning for the Glasgow Warriors after the birth of his newborn son

The National (Scotland)

Welsh rugby bids fond farewell to celebrated trio with 352 caps between them

Alun Wyn Jones, Justin Tipuric and Leigh Halfpenny had a rousing send off in Wales’ 49-26 win over the Barbarians.

The Independent UK

England coach Shaun Wane wanted Tonga whitewash ‘so badly’

The hosts sealed a series clean sweep with a 26-4 victory.

The Independent UK

Maro Itoje sparkles on club return for Saracens in victory over Leicester

Maro Itoje scored for Saracens in their 32-17 victory over Leicester in the Premiership with the returning England players sparkling for the champions

The Guardian - UK

Much-capped Wales trio given rousing send-off in victory over Barbarians

Leigh Halfpenny landed five conversions for Wales in a 49-26 win while Alun Wyn Jones captained a Barbarians side featuring Justin Tipuric.

The Independent UK

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Elliott Whitehead ends international career with try as England whitewash Tonga

The hosts claimed a 26-4 victory and convincing series win.

The Independent UK

Amy Hardcastle and Tara-Jane Stanley lead England to 11-try rout of Wales

The hosts cruised to a 60-0 success at Headingley.

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Broken rib no barrier to NZ hero Charnze in Cup upset

New Zealand coach Michael Maguire says the bravery of fullback Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad to play through injury inspired a record-breaking Pacific Cup final win.

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The Black Ferns postie who set the rugby world on fire

Black Fern Rochelle Martin has broken glass ceilings in both fire fighting and rugby, as a three-time World Cup champion. She's recognised as one of the pioneers of women's rugby in the new book, Our Game Makers.

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The Guardian - UK

Saracens bring back England stars in bid to ignite title defence against Leicester

Owen Farrell and Maro Itoje are in the starting XV for the Premiership champions but the Tigers are resting their England World Cup players

The Independent UK

George North not thinking about international retirement

Centre has won 118 caps and scored 47 tries for Wales.

The Guardian - UK

Sports quiz of the week: South Africa, Ballon d’Or and Tyson Fury

Have you been following the big stories in football, rugby, cricket, pool, cycling, boxing and tennis?

The Independent UK

Warren Gatland urges Wales players to stake claim for Six Nations spot

Cardiff clash will pay tribute to trio of Wales international stars.

The National (Scotland)

Edinburgh's Sebastian on Scotland World Cup disappointment and capital life

Javan Sebastian is 'loving' life at Edinburgh after enduring a frustrating World Cup with Scotland

The National (Scotland)

Glasgow Warriors handed major injury blow as they await Huw Jones diagnosis

Glasgow Warriors captain Kyle Steyn has been ruled out for 10-12 weeks while they await the final diagnosis on Huw Jones' injury

The Independent UK

Leigh Halfpenny has ‘an exciting challenge’ awaiting him after Wales retirement

New Zealand Super Rugby heavyweights Crusaders could be his next port of call.

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