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Maroons prop Cotter the 'Little Big Man' of Origin

Queensland's Reuben Cotter is one of the smallest props the Maroons have fielded but his giant heart and motor has him ready to take on behemoth Payne Haas.

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England plan same starting XV for New Zealand opener in drive for consistency

England are keen to name an unchanged starting line-up for the first Test against New Zealand with Marcus Smith set to stay at fly-half

The Guardian - UK

Wales boss Warren Gatland set to finalise tour squad after injury-hit build-up

Gatland is due to name a likely 34-strong group on Monday.

The Independent UK

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Charlie Ewels banned for two games after dismissal in England victory over Japan

Saracens’ Nick Isiekwe will replace the Bath second row in Steve Borthwick’s 36-man group.

The Independent UK

Munster gives Dearden faith MCG will be field of dreams

Queensland No.6 Tom Dearden has been leaning on the boundless belief of Cameron Munster ahead of his vital State of Origin assignment at the MCG.

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Warren Gatland hails ‘exceptional’ performance by Wales captain Dewi Lake

Two late South African scores confirmed a 41-13 victory for the Springboks.

The Independent UK

Gloucester-Hartpury seal comeback against Bristol to retain PWR title

Gloucester-Hartpury recovered from a 10-point half-time deficit to defeat Bristol 36-24 and successfully defend the Premiership Women’s Rugby title

The Guardian - UK

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Jesse Kriel inspires South Africa to emphatic victory against Wales

Makazole Mapimpi, Bongi Mbonambi and Edwill van der Merwe also scored tries in South Africa’s 41-13 win against Wales in the Twickenham international

The Guardian - UK

Makazole Mapimpi inspires relentless Springboks past resilient Wales ahead of Ireland series

Wales 13-41 South Africa: Warren Gatland’s side trailed just 14-13 at half-time, but the world champions powered to victory with 27 unanswered points in the second half

The Independent UK

Steve Borthwick warns England must improve discipline to beat All Blacks

Steve Borthwick says England’s discipline will have to improve if they want to beat the All Blacks next month after their victory against Japan

The Guardian - UK

Japan vs England: Marcus Smith’s breakthrough, a golden wing pair at last and five things we learnt

Japan 17-52 England: An eight-try win was marred by Charlie Ewels’s dismissal late on in Tokyo

The Independent UK

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

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The Independent UK

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

It was an emotional night at Headingley.

The Guardian - 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 Independent 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.

Evening Standard

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

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The Independent UK

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 Guardian - UK

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

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The Independent 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

Evening Standard

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

Red Rose expected to win big in Tokyo

The Independent UK

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.

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