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Josh Raisey

A RugbyPass journalist based in London. Having worked in football and cricket previously, he has found his home with rugby. 

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'I didn’t speak to Steve at all': Lawes outlines scenario he wouldn’t want England RWC recall

Former England captain Courtney Lawes has revealed that he did not communicate with England head coach Steve Borthwick before sign…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
21 Apr 2026, 4:20

The many ways Courtney Lawes' 'game has really evolved' in France

Sale Sharks-bound former England captain Courtney Lawes believes his two-season stint in France's Pro D2 has helped him evolve as …

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
20 Apr 2026, 5:06
Opinion

Exeter Chiefs player ratings vs Northampton Saints | 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

Exeter Chiefs player ratings:  Exeter Chiefs let a 14-0 lead slip against Northampton Saints at Sandy Park on Saturday in the Gal…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
18 Apr 2026, 11:28
Opinion

Northampton Saints player ratings vs Exeter Chiefs | 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

Northampton Saints player ratings: Northampton Saints maintained their lead at the top of the Gallagher PREM table by overcoming …

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
18 Apr 2026, 11:13

Edinburgh retain 'one of the most important players in our squad'

Edinburgh have continued a busy week of business by tying down Scotland second-row Marshall Sykes for another two seasons at the c…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
16 Apr 2026, 7:58

Kieran Hardy the latest Wales international to make decision on Ospreys future

Wales scrum-half Kieran Hardy has signed a new deal with the Ospreys.

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
16 Apr 2026, 6:01

'Generational talent' Haashim Pead follows in Siya Kolisi's footsteps

Rising South African star Haashim Pead has been signed for Roc Nations Sports, the sports management agency created by Jay-Z.

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
16 Apr 2026, 5:08

Dorian Aldegheri's costly red card results in ban

Toulouse and France tighthead prop Dorian Aldegheri has been banned for three weeks following his 20-minute red card against Borde…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
15 Apr 2026, 9:40

Leinster continue string of deals with two Ireland internationals

Leinster trio Paddy McCarthy, Scott Penny and Jordan Larmour have all signed new deals with the province.

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
15 Apr 2026, 8:39

England's Asher Opoku-Fordjour to be joined by brother in PREM next season

England prop Asher Opoku-Fordjour will be joined by his brother, David, at Sale Sharks next season, with the club signing him from…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
15 Apr 2026, 7:09

Italy's Simone Gesi free to play despite ban for gouging in last URC round

Italy and Zebre winger Simone Gesi is free to play this weekend in the United Rugby Championship despite receiving a two-week ban …

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
15 Apr 2026, 5:33

Leinster bring home Ireland prop in emergency deal amid crisis

Leinster have signed former Ireland loosehead Ed Byrne on a short-term loan from Cardiff until the end of the season, as reported …

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2026, 10:48

Gael Fickou reportedly signs for Top 14 rivals, opening door for Racing 92 deals

France centre Gael Fickou has signed for Toulon on a two-year deal ahead of next season, according to French outlet L'Equipe.

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2026, 10:29

Theo Dan joins growing number of England stars to commit to Saracens

England hooker Theo Dan has signed a new deal at Saracens, becoming the fourth hooker to put pen to paper at the club this season.…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2026, 9:41

England's rivals urged to select 'best in the world' Jack Willis

Former England fly-half Andy Goode has labelled Toulouse flanker Jack Willis "the best player in the world" following his Investec…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2026, 8:44

In-form Tommy O'Brien rewarded at Leinster in one of three new deals

Leinster and Ireland wing Tommy O'Brien has signed a new deal with the club in what is his breakthrough season on the Test stage.

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
14 Apr 2026, 4:57
Opinion

Six England internationals make our Investec Champions Cup team of the week - QFs

The Investec Champions Cup quarter-finals produced a weekend of tight contests and high-quality performances, with several games h…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
13 Apr 2026, 5:59

'It was just internal motivation for the French boys, they don't take it well'

Toulon No.8 Zach Mercer has said his team-mates were handed "internal motivation" by the way they were written off before beating …

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
11 Apr 2026, 12:40
Opinion

Toulon player ratings vs Glasgow Warriors | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

Toulon player ratings:  Toulon pulled off a shock 22-19 victory over Glasgow Warriors in the Investec Champions Cup quarter-final…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
11 Apr 2026, 11:30
Opinion

Glasgow Warriors player ratings vs Toulon | 2025/26 Investec Champions Cup

Glasgow Warriors player ratings: Glasgow Warriors' longstanding unbeaten record at Scotstoun came to an end against Toulon in the…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
11 Apr 2026, 11:03
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