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Jon Newcombe
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Once editor of Rugby Times (2002-11), the UK's first weekly newspaper devoted to Rugby Union, and now owner of Heads Up Sports Media; Not the former Aussie tennis player of the same name, nor the son of well-known former rugby writer Barry Newcombe!
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Marcus Smith to break Harlequins record, Baxter back vs Saracens
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Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter demands 'the same level of commitment
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Milestone man Alex Coles one of 9 Northampton changes for Derby clash
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Archie Griffin ready to go toe-to-toe with the best after surgery
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Former Junior Boks captain included in France's Nations Championship squad
Stade Francais' South African-born centre Jeremy Ward is one of the surprise names in Fabien Galthié's 42-man Nations Championshi…
Jon Newcombe
21 Oct 2026, 8:57
Andy Farrell picks two uncapped players in Ireland squad led by Dan Sheehan
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has named his squad for the Tests against Argentina, Fiji and South Africa in the Nations Champion…
Jon Newcombe
21 Oct 2026, 7:20
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Sexton to coach Ireland XV as 2026/27 schedule revealed
Ulster's Mark Sexton has been appointed as head coach for Ireland XV's three confirmed fixtures in 2026/27.
Jon Newcombe
21 Oct 2026, 6:55
Lions release statement on the cause of Hyron Andrews' death
The Lions have released a statement explaining the reasons behind the sudden and tragic death of lock forward Hyron Andrews on the…
Jon Newcombe
21 Oct 2026, 5:56
Johann van Graan takes comfort in new ruling after Champions Cup loss
Bath were beaten 32-14 by Montpellier, having failed to score a point in an error-strewn second-half performance.
Jon Newcombe
21 Oct 2026, 2:47
Stormers appeal Investec Champions Cup ban decision
The South African franchise are disputing the three-match ban handed to hooker JJ Kotze for his red card against Bristol, and a di…
Jon Newcombe
21 Oct 2026, 1:56
'One of the best' Benhard Janse van Rensburg pledges future to Bristol
The England centre has decided to extend his stay at the Bears beyond the end of this season.
Jon Newcombe
20 Oct 2026, 11:01
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Elliot Dee minus for Wales, A+ for Dragons
At 32, the 56-cap Welsh international is approaching the veteran stage and appears to be making the most of every minute.
Jon Newcombe
20 Oct 2026, 9:12
Scotland lock Alex Samuel makes 'pretty easy decision' about his future
Glasgow Warriors second-rower Alex Samuel has agreed a new deal with his boyhood club and is now targeting more Scotland caps.
Jon Newcombe
20 Oct 2026, 7:00
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Test hopeful Alex Nankivell extends stay with Munster
Munster Rugby have confirmed that centre Alex Nankivell has signed a two-year contract extension to keep him at the province until…
Jon Newcombe
20 Oct 2026, 6:16
Bath shed more light on Dan du Preez's injury
Bath Rugby have confirmed that new signing Dan du Preez will miss the club's next two PREM matches
Jon Newcombe
20 Oct 2026, 4:33
Analysis
Unshackled Freeman in Christian Wade's rear mirror as record approaches
A purple patch of form has left Wade one short of Ashton's 101-try landmark going into Friday night's Northern derby against Sale …
Jon Newcombe
20 Oct 2026, 2:14
Rugby World Cup match official joins Test coaching team in shock switch
Ben Whitehouse has joined Steve Tandy's Wales coaching team on a full-time basis as a specialist coach.
Jon Newcombe
19 Oct 2026, 9:58
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All Blacks have Springboks within their sights in World Rankings
Resounding back-to-back Bledisloe Cup wins have put the All Blacks within touching distance of the Springboks again at the top of …
Jon Newcombe
19 Oct 2026, 6:26
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Lions looking for new Chair with Ieuan Evans' time nearly up
The Welsh legend and World Rugby Hall of Famer was appointed in 2022 and says it has been "an enormous privilege" to serve the org…
Jon Newcombe
19 Oct 2026, 3:40
Former Wallabies coach Laurie Fisher takes on new Test role
The 68-year-old left his role with the Wallabies when Joe Schmidt handed over the head coach baton to Les Kiss in July.
Jon Newcombe
19 Oct 2026, 2:43
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'Munster statement: Why Anthony Foley 10th anniversary match isn't at Thomond Park'
Heineken Cup-winning captain Foley's life and contribution to Munster Rugby will be remembered through a series of tributes on wha…
Jon Newcombe
16 Oct 2026, 7:32
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James Pater set for Champions Cup debut as Saints shake things up
Rising star James Pater is one of four Northampton players in line to make their Investec Champions Cup debuts after being named i…
Jon Newcombe
16 Oct 2026, 4:49
Double scrum-half boost for Bath as Spencer returns vs Montpellier
England international Spencer makes his first appearance of the season, having undergone shoulder surgery in the summer.
Jon Newcombe
16 Oct 2026, 3:59
Archie van der Flier's form prompts questions about Test allegiance
A few years ago, van der Flier was playing uni rugby for Nottingham, whilst appearing for the city's Champ side on loan from Leice…
Jon Newcombe
16 Oct 2026, 3:08
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