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Marcus Smith dazzles as electric England thrash Japan in eight-try rout

Harlequins fly-half takes opportunity to cement his status as Steve Borthwick’s starting No10 before New Zealand series

Evening Standard

Marcus Smith shines as impressive England thrash Japan despite late sending off

Japan 17-52 England: The hosts were overwhelmed in their first match since Jones’ return to Tokyo

The Independent UK

Rejuvenated England run in eight tries to thrash Japan and open tour in style

There was plenty to admire in England’s eight-try flattening of Eddie Jones’s inexperienced Japan side

The Guardian - UK

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It felt like there was someone with me – Brodie Croft on Rob Burrow-style try

It was an emotional night at Headingley.

The Independent UK

Japan 17-52 England: rugby union international – as it happened

England score eight tries in an attacking show marred by a red card to get their summer tour off to a bright start.

The Guardian - UK

Former team-mates lead tributes to ‘inspiration’ Rob Burrow as Leeds host Leigh

As the teams emerged from the tunnel, fans in the East Stand held up blue and yellow placards depicting Burrow’s initials and shirt number.

The Independent UK

Marcus Smith has golden chance to seize England fly-half job but punishing season takes toll

Rugby’s top stars will suffer from unnecessary and damaging burnout with too many games packed into a lengthy schedule

Evening Standard

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Aaron Wainwright knows Wales need strength in depth for 2027 World Cup

Uncapped Ellis Bevan, James Ratti, Eddie James and Jacob Beetham are part of Wales’ squad to face South Africa.

The Independent UK

Sports quiz of the week: Euro 2024, Rory McIlroy and Copa América

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The Guardian - UK

Talking points as England kick off summer tour against Eddie Jones’ Japan

The match takes place at the National Stadium in Tokyo on Saturday.

The Independent UK

Wales skipper Dewi Lake ready for huge challenge against South Africa

The Ospreys hooker captains his country at Twickenham on Saturday.

The Independent UK

Ben Youngs believes ‘very good coach’ Eddie Jones has a lot to offer Japan

Youngs was Jones’ first choice scrum-half for the whole of his seven-year reign as England coach

The Independent UK

Japan vs England: Numbers game doesn't favour Eddie Jones ahead of Steve Borthwick grudge match

Red Rose expected to win big in Tokyo

Evening Standard

5 talking points as Wales kick off summer Test schedule with South Africa clash

Wales have lost their last six Tests and are without several key players.

The Independent UK

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Maroons hitman Su'A gets emotional rescue for MCG raid

Queensland enforcer Jaydn Su'A was drained emotionally ahead of his State of Origin recall in game one of the series, but he is ready to let rip at the MCG.

The Guardian - UK

‘A little bit weird’: England cross paths with Eddie Jones in Japan Test

Steve Borthwick’s side face Jones’s Brave Blossoms in a one-off Test in Tokyo before heading to New Zealand

The Independent UK

‘Best in the world’ Ellie Kildunne ready to squash Olympic guilt for Team GB’s rugby sevens squad

Kildunne was forced to miss the Tokyo Olympics to pursue XVs rugby full-time but is now ready to shine in Paris off the back of an incredible Women’s Six Nations campaign

Evening Standard

Eddie Jones fires England warning as mind games begin before Japan reunion

Former long-serving Twickenham boss believes his inexperienced Brave Blossoms side can pose a real threat in Tokyo Test

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The Independent UK

Invaluable – Jamie George hoping ‘incredible’ Kevin Sinfield stays with England

Sinfield is due to leave his role as England skills and kicking coach this summer

International Business Times

Jones Says Japan Will Have 'Red-hot Go' Against England

Eddie Jones vowed Japan will have "a red-hot go" against his former team England when the two sides meet in Tokyo on Saturday.

Evening Standard

Japan vs England: Kick-off time, TV channel, live stream, team news, lineups, venue, odds today

Steve Borthwick’s side face former boss Eddie Jones in a warm-up for New Zealand series

Evening Standard

All Blacks legend Sam Whitelock relishing Barbarians career finale after long wait

Iconic New Zealand lock will make his final rugby appearance for invitational side against Fiji at Twickenham this weekend

The Independent UK

No-one remembers fourth place – Jasmine Joyce determined to win medal in Paris

Joyce will become the first British rugby player to appear at three Olympic Games.

The Independent UK

Taine Plumtree convinced Wales have ‘nothing to lose’ in Springboks showdown

The Scarlets forward is fit and firing for Saturday’s South Africa challenge.

Evening Standard

Freddie Steward exclusive interview: England setbacks will make me a better player

Leicester full-back reflects candidly on a year of struggle as he endeavours to win back international starting job

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