Today's rugby news as Steve Borthwick's son tells him to pinch Wales star for England and Dan Biggar flying in France These are your rugby headlines on Tuesday, December 20. Wales Online · Dec 20, 2022
Six uncapped players emerge on Warren Gatland's Wales radar at just right time With the Rugby World Cup less than a year away WalesOnline run the rule over six uncapped players who could catch Warren Gatland's eye over the coming weeks and months. Wales Online · Dec 20, 2022
Warner's batting 'irreplaceable': Bailey David Warner is fighting to save his Test career, but the Australian hierarchy believe the out-of-form veteran's opening style is irreplaceable. AAP · Dec 20, 2022
Kilmarnock defender Ash Taylor takes heart from Tynecastle show after first half shocker The 32-year-old was on target in the capital but part of a losing effort following the end of the World Cup break. Daily Record · Dec 20, 2022
20-year-old player's interview captures hearts of rugby fans as he thanks Adam Jones The youngster's polite nature impressed reporter Sonja McLaughlan Wales Online · Dec 19, 2022
RFU chief admits Eddie Jones could take Australia role to exact Rugby World Cup revenge after England sacking Bill Sweeney has admitted he will be “amazed” if former England boss Eddie Jones does not take up a role with Australia. Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2022
Eddie Jones opens door to facing England at World Cup as axed boss considers 'all options' Eddie Jones has been replaced by Steve Borthwick as England boss and has said he will make a decision in the new year on what he plans to do next Daily Mirror · Dec 19, 2022
Eddie Jones could still be at RWC: England England have announced Steve Borthwick to replace the axed Eddie Jones, but admit their former coach could come back to haunt them at the 2023 Rugby World Cup. AAP · Dec 19, 2022
Warren Gatland told 'he'd be mad' not to consider exiled trio on other side of the world as 60-cap rule reviewed It was a case of mixed fortunes for two Welsh players in Japan over the weekend Wales Online · Dec 19, 2022
‘Players are hurting’: Steve Borthwick targets England revival in Six Nations Steve Borthwick has left Leicester and signed a five-year contract with England and admitted: ‘I don’t think anyone thinks the timing is ideal’ The Guardian - UK · Dec 19, 2022
Your legacy will be that we do find a cure for MND – Doddie Weir’s ex-team-mate Tributes were paid during an emotional memorial service at Melrose Parish Church on Monday. The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2022
RFU chief Bill Sweeney believes ‘right decision’ made in replacing Eddie Jones Jones was dismissed earlier this month after a poor 2022 in charge of England and has been replaced by Steve Borthwick. The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2022
Argentina celebrate World Cup triumph – Monday’s sporting social Rio Ferdinand urged Kylian Mbappe to stay positive. The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2022
The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2022 Steve Borthwick not prioritising World Cup over Six Nations after taking over as England head coach The former Leicester Tigers chief has signed a five-year deal to be England;s new head coach.
Daily Mirror · Dec 19, 2022 Steve Borthwick vows to get England fans back on side after sour Eddie Jones ending Former England captain Borthwick has been confirmed as Eddie Jones' successor and wants to lift the spirits around Twickenham at the first chance
Bristol Post · Dec 19, 2022 European euphoria could provide welcome distraction from Bristol Bears' Premiership pains Lee Andrews from podcast Bears Beyond the Gate breaks down Bristol Bears' 35-19 victory over Zebre
The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2022 World will be raising a glass to him – tributes to rugby hero Doddie Weir Hundreds gathered in Melrose to pay their respects to Doddie Weir who died last month from motor neurone disease.
Wales Online · Dec 19, 2022 Tonight's rugby news as Wales face another Six Nations doubt and England unveil new coach The latest rugby headlines and news bulletins from Wales and beyond
Leeds Live · Dec 19, 2022 Leeds Rhinos legend Kevin Sinfield praised after making move to England coaching team Sinfield has secured a role in the England rugby union coaching national setup.
Daily Record · Dec 19, 2022 Doddie Weir's wife says family given 'comfort' by global support at memorial service Hundreds gathered to pay their respects to the rugby union giant at the service in the Borders after his death from motor neurone disease last month aged 52.
Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2022 New England head coach Steve Borthwick hails Kevin Sinfield appointment as ‘the first step’ of a ‘new era’ Steve Borthwick has hailed right-hand man Kevin Sinfield as the shining example of what Bill Sweeney branded England’s “new era”.
The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2022 Steve Borthwick’s record with Leicester that earned England job The former England lock has replaced Eddie Jones in charge of the national team
Daily Mirror · Dec 19, 2022 Emotional tributes paid to Doddie Weir as mourners wear tartan at moving service A memorial service for Doddie Weir was held on Monday after the Scottish rugby legend died last month following a six-year battle with Motor Neurone Disease
The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2022 Doddie Weir’s wife thankful for ‘overwhelming’ support at memorial service for rugby legend Hundreds of people gathered at Melrose Parish Church to honour the late Scotland international, who died in November after a six-year illness with motor neuron disease