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Ben Coles

A rugby journalist since 2011, attending multiple Rugby World Cups, Ben currently writes for The Observer, specialising in long-form interviews and features, having previously spent eight years with The Telegraph. He also hosts ‘The Rugby Bunker’ on YouTube featuring guests from around the world to discuss the latest topics in the sport.

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Thriving at Leicester after years on the move, Billy Searle has found his club

Settled at last at professional club number eight, Searle's form has been rewarded with an England 'A' call-up and the PREM player…

Ben Coles
Ben Coles
17 Feb 2026, 4:00
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'The Truth' about Lucas Friday, the teenage England scrum-half prospect stunning team-mates in training

England Under-20s scrum-half mentored by Danny Care on his ACL recovery, idols growing up and practicing in the garden with father…

Ben Coles
Ben Coles
13 Feb 2026, 3:34
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George Hendy: 'What Furbs has done for my personal development has been massive.'

The Northampton Saints back three player was unlucky to miss out on England selection but is happy to bide his time and wait for h…

Ben Coles
Ben Coles
05 Feb 2026, 11:09
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