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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 · Jun 22, 2024

Japan vs England LIVE rugby: Result and reaction as Marcus Smith inspires big win in Tokyo

Japan 17-52 England: Marcus Smith and Henry Slade pulled the strings as the visitors ran in eight tries

The Independent UK · Jun 22, 2024

Japan vs England LIVE! Rugby result, latest reaction and updates today after Tokyo Test

Steve Borthwick earns bragging rights over former mentor Eddie Jones in one-sided Tokyo Test

Evening Standard · Jun 22, 2024

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

Have you been following the big stories in football, golf, rugby union, tennis, swimming, cycling and horse racing?

The Guardian - UK · Jun 21, 2024

William’s message to Rob Burrow’s family ‘something we will treasure forever’

The former rugby league player died earlier this month at the age of 41 after a four-and-a-half year battle with motor neurone disease.

The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2024

Door ajar for Wallabies star to join Titans early

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt isn't ruling out Rugby Australia allowing NRL-bound playmaker Carter Gordon to join the Gold Coast Titans this year.

AAP · Jun 21, 2024

From a wheelchair to the MCG: Watson's Origin journey

Twelve months ago, Connor Watson was pondering the end of his rugby league career - now he's ready to debut in State of Origin, wherever he is asked to play.

AAP · Jun 21, 2024

Blues, Chiefs prepare to break Super Rugby drought

The Blues are Super Rugby title favourites but the Chiefs could spring a grand-final surprise to go with their last-four win over the league-leading Hurricanes.

AAP · Jun 21, 2024

Wales ‘excited’ by potential of former rugby league star Regan Grace

The former St Helens player could be part of the Wales squad in Australia.

The Independent UK · Jun 20, 2024

‘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

The Independent UK · Jun 20, 2024