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PREMIERSHIP FINAL PREVIEW! | Saints v Exeter + URC, Super Rugby & England XV | Rugby Paper Roundup
Jun 17, 2026
44m 26s
EAST MIDLANDS DERBY SEMI-FINAL! | Northampton Saints v Leicester Tigers | ft Tom Vickers | The Rugby Paper Roundup
Jun 10, 2026
46m 04s
PLAY-OFF CHAOS! | Exeter v Saracens Prem Shootout + URC Semi-Finals | The Rugby Paper Roundup
Jun 4, 2026
39m 04s
WHY ARE FRANCE DOMINATING EUROPE? | Top 14 Boom + Rugby Overtaking Football | Rugby Paper Roundup
May 28, 2026
32m 58s
Women's Six Nations Grand Slam Drama + Lions Excitement | ft Ruck Star Lizzie | The Rugby Paper Roundup
May 20, 2026
28m 12s
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| 6/17/26 | ![]() PREMIERSHIP FINAL PREVIEW! | Saints v Exeter + URC, Super Rugby & England XV | Rugby Paper Roundup | In this week’s episode of The Rugby Paper Roundup… Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by All Things Rugby editor Saner Hasan to preview one of the biggest weekends in the club rugby calendar. The Prem final takes centre stage as Northampton Saints take on Exeter Chiefs at Twickenham. The Saints have been the benchmark side all season, while Exeter’s remarkable rise from crisis to contenders has become one of the stories of the campaign. We break down the contrasting journeys of the two finalists, the brilliance of Fin Smith and Tommy Freeman, Henry Pollock’s meteoric rise, and why Rob Baxter’s rebuilt Chiefs are proving so difficult to beat. We also discuss: • Whether Tommy Freeman is the most dangerous player in the Premiership • Exeter’s transformation from relegation fears to title challengers • The key battles between Fin Smith and Harvey Skinner, and Fraser Dingwall and Henry Slade • Whether recent final experience gives Saints an edge 🏆 URC Final Attention then turns to Croke Park where Leinster face the Bulls in a repeat of last year's final. We discuss: • Why winning the URC almost feels like a minimum requirement for Leinster • Whether the Bulls can finally end their long wait for silverware • The pressure on Leo Cullen’s side after another Champions Cup disappointment • Which team has more to lose on Friday night 🌏 Super Rugby Pacific Final The Hurricanes host the Chiefs in Wellington in a final that has never happened before. We ask: • Are the Hurricanes the best club side in world rugby right now? • Can the Chiefs finally end their run of final heartbreak? • Which side handles the pressure of the occasion better? 🌹 France XV v England XV Before the finals begin, England XV head to Vannes to take on France XV as Steve Borthwick starts preparations for the summer Nations Championship. We discuss: • Why this uncapped fixture matters more than it looks • The return of Benhard Janse van Rensburg and Max Ojomoh • England's opportunity to build momentum for the summer • The notable absence of Ollie Lawrence 🔥 Final Questions • Which win would mean the most? • Which player is under the most pressure? • If you could build a team around one player from the finals weekend, who would it be? • Ranking the fly-halves: Fin Smith, Harvey Skinner, Sam Prendergast, Handré Pollard, Damian McKenzie and Ruben Love 🎧 Subscribe for more weekly rugby insight, analysis and debate from The Rugby Paper Roundup. You can subscribe to The Rugby Paper digitally or physically for more great content via this link: https://www.therugbypaper.co.uk/subsc... OR by scanning the QR code in the top right corner. Follow us across social media for more rugby insight and analysis: X: https://x.com/TheRugbyPaper Facebook: / therugbypaper Instagram: / therugbypaper | 44m 26s | ||||||
| 6/10/26 | ![]() EAST MIDLANDS DERBY SEMI-FINAL! | Northampton Saints v Leicester Tigers | ft Tom Vickers | The Rugby Paper Roundup✨ | Northampton SaintsLeicester Tigers+4 | Tom Vickers | Northampton ChronicleGallagher Premiership+4 | Franklin’s GardensThe Recreation Ground | Northampton SaintsLeicester Tigers+6 | — | 46m 04s | |
| 6/4/26 | ![]() PLAY-OFF CHAOS! | Exeter v Saracens Prem Shootout + URC Semi-Finals | The Rugby Paper Roundup✨ | Premiership play-offsURC semi-finals+5 | Chris Collyer | Exeter ChiefsSaracens+10 | — | RugbyPremiership+8 | — | 39m 04s | |
| 5/28/26 | ![]() WHY ARE FRANCE DOMINATING EUROPE? | Top 14 Boom + Rugby Overtaking Football | Rugby Paper Roundup✨ | French rugby dominanceTop 14 clubs+5 | Robert Graham | Bordeaux BèglesLeinster+2 | — | French rugbyTop 14+7 | — | 32m 58s | |
| 5/20/26 | ![]() Women's Six Nations Grand Slam Drama + Lions Excitement | ft Ruck Star Lizzie | The Rugby Paper Roundup✨ | Women's Six Nationsrugby+4 | Ruck Star Lizzie | Women’s Lions | New ZealandIreland+2 | Women's Six NationsGrand Slam+6 | — | 28m 12s | |
| 5/15/26 | ![]() Inside Rugby Journalism with Ben Jaycock | Starstruck Interviews, Bias & Big Matches✨ | rugby journalisminterviews+3 | Ben Jaycock | The Rugby Paper | — | rugbyjournalism+4 | — | 34m 11s | |
| 5/14/26 | ![]() GRAND SLAM DECIDER! | England v France + Historic Aviva Clash in Six Nations | Rugby Paper Roundup✨ | Women's Six NationsEngland vs France+4 | Caolin Scully | EnglandFrance+2 | BordeauxAviva Stadium | Grand SlamEngland+8 | — | 43m 43s | |
| 5/6/26 | ![]() Is England’s Dominance Hurting the Women’s Six Nations? Rugby Paper Roundup ft Fi Tomas✨ | Women's Six NationsEngland rugby+3 | Fi Tomas | TelegraphBBC | EnglandItaly+4 | England rugbyWomen's Six Nations+7 | — | 37m 23s | |
| 5/1/26 | ![]() Why Bath's beefy pack can cause an upset in Bordeaux on Sunday✨ | Champions Cuprugby+3 | — | BathBordeaux-Begles+2 | — | BathBordeaux-Begles+3 | — | 4m 13s | |
| 4/29/26 | ![]() ENGLAND DOMINATE...THE REST CHASE! Six Nations Chat + North Retirement | ft Georgie Perris-Redding✨ | Women's Six NationsGeorge North retirement+5 | Georgie Perris-Redding | Sale SharksUSA | — | Six NationsGeorge North+6 | — | 30m 46s | |
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| 4/23/26 | ![]() RED ROSES ROLL ON! | England v Wales + Saints v Bath Preview | ft Nick Heath | Rugby Paper Roundup✨ | Women's Six Nationsrugby preview+4 | Nick Heath | EnglandWales+6 | — | rugbyEngland+7 | — | 35m 49s | |
| 4/16/26 | ![]() England Injury Worries + Ellie Kildunne’s Powerful Story | Women’s Six Nations✨ | England rugby injuriesWomen’s Six Nations+4 | Sarah Rendell | Women’s Six Nations | MurrayfieldTwickenham+6 | England rugbyWomen’s Six Nations+8 | — | 29m 11s | |
| 4/9/26 | ![]() THE BIG SIX NATIONS ROUND 1 PREVIEW | + Lawes Returns! | ft Rachael Burford | Rugby Paper Roundup✨ | Women's Six NationsEngland vs Ireland+3 | Rachael Burford | Sale Sharks | EnglandIreland+2 | Rachael BurfordEngland rugby+3 | — | 32m 37s | |
| 4/4/26 | ![]() RED ROSES SELECTION! Six Nations 2026 + PWR Insights | ft Claire Thomas | The Rugby Paper Roundup✨ | Women's rugbySix Nations 2026+4 | Claire Thomas | TNT SportsBBC Radio 5 Live+3 | UKIreland | Red RosesSix Nations+6 | — | 40m 01s | |
| 3/27/26 | ![]() 70,000 FANS FOR RED ROSES OPENER! | Meg Jones Captaincy + Women’s Six Nations Launch | ft Victoria Rush | The Rugby Paper Roundup✨ | women's rugbySix Nations+4 | Victoria Rush | No Woman No TryEngland+2 | — | Red RosesMeg Jones+6 | — | 32m 46s | |
| 3/18/26 | ![]() Test rugby thriving after best ever Six Nations + how does rugby crack USA | The Rugby Paper Roundup✨ | Test rugbySix Nations+3 | Sam Larner | The Rugby Paper | USA | Test rugbySix Nations+5 | — | 36m 53s | |
| 3/12/26 | ![]() WALES RISING, ENGLAND DECLINING? Super Saturday Preview ft. Jonathan Davies! The Rugby Paper Roundup✨ | Six Nations previewWales rugby+5 | Jonathan Davies | The Rugby Paper | WalesEngland+4 | Six NationsWales+8 | — | 39m 51s | |
| 2/26/26 | ![]() CHRISTIAN DAY | Italy v England Six Nations preview | MasterChef to RPA leader | Rugby Paper Roundup | CHRISTIAN DAY | Italy v England Six Nations preview | MasterChef to RPA leader | Rugby Paper Roundup | Six Nations 2026 In this week’s episode of The Rugby Paper Roundup… Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by one of rugby’s most influential player voices — RPA General Secretary Christian Day — for a wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond the pitch. From cooking under pressure on MasterChef to negotiating under pressure in rugby’s corridors of power, we explore the man behind the governance role — but first, we start with the Six Nations. Following England’s bruising defeat to Ireland, we assess the fallout heading into the fallow week. What questions will Steve Borthwick’s squad be asking themselves after back-to-back humblings? Was the 12-match unbeaten run overhyped? And with Italy looming, is there genuine banana-skin potential? Away from Test rugby, Christian opens up on his surprise MasterChef appearance — where his passion for cooking began, how food culture has evolved in professional rugby, and whether elite sport shares traits with high-pressure kitchens. We also cover: • Cooking as a mental escape from pro rugby pressures • Signature dishes & dressing room food culture • Nutrition’s evolution in the modern game • Financial fragility across the club landscape • Player welfare challenges in 2026 • Contract security & career transition support • The global calendar and player workload debate • Relationship dynamics between the RPA, RFU & Premiership Rugby • Women’s player representation and professional growth • How the on-field product is evolving — collisions, breakdown and safety balance From Premiership finals to judges’ tables, it’s a fascinating insight into life after playing — and life at the heart of rugby’s decision-making table. You can subscribe to The Rugby Paper digitally or physically for more great content via this link: https://www.therugbypaper.co.uk/subsc... OR by scanning the QR code in the top right corner. Follow us across social media for more rugby insight and analysis: X: https://x.com/TheRugbyPaper Facebook: / therugbypaper Instagram: / therugbypaper Coaching at a grassroots rugby club while juggling work, family & training? Then this is for you. The Rugby Coach Weekly Partner Club Programme helps clubs recruit, train and retain volunteer coaches — while making your coaching life easier. https://www.rugbycoachweekly.net/ | 38m 43s | ||||||
| 2/19/26 | ![]() ENGLAND v IRELAND | Twickenham Response or Irish Statement? | ft Pat McCarry | The Rugby Paper Roundup | ENGLAND v IRELAND | Twickenham Response or Irish Statement? | ft Pat McCarry | The Rugby Paper Roundup In this week’s episode of The Rugby Paper Roundup… Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by Irish rugby writer Pat McCarry to preview a huge Six Nations showdown at Twickenham. England’s 12-match unbeaten run is over. Grand Slam hopes are gone. Suddenly Steve Borthwick’s side are under pressure again after their Murrayfield setback. But Ireland arrive wounded too — facing questions about decline, selection calls and long-term direction under Andy Farrell. We break down whether Scotland was just a blip for England — or a deeper warning sign — and examine Borthwick’s selection shake-up, including Tom Curry’s return, Henry Pollock’s first Test start and changes in the midfield and back three. On the Irish side, Jack Crowley replaces Sam Prendergast as part of five changes, with Jamison Gibson-Park and Tadhg Furlong back, Josh van der Flier restored, and Caelan Doris shifting to No.8. Is the fly-half debate becoming a distraction? And is the ‘ageing Ireland’ narrative fair — or media overreaction? We also reflect on Maro Itoje’s 100th cap — where does he rank among modern England forwards — and ask the big question: who needs this more? We cover:• Murrayfield hangover — reality check or exposed flaws?• Form vs reputation in England’s selections• Ireland’s leadership core under scrutiny• Tactical battle: territory v multi-phase pressure• Breakdown war — Curry v Ireland’s back row• Title implications heading into Super Saturday Plus, quick previews of:• Wales v Scotland — buoyant visitors against crisis-hit hosts• France v Italy — two years on from that 13-13 drama, can this one stay competitive? Final call: Twickenham response or Irish resurgence? You can subscribe to The Rugby Paper digitally or physically for more great content via this link:https://www.therugbypaper.co.uk/subsc...OR by scanning the QR code in the top right corner. Follow us across social media for more rugby insight and analysis: X: https://x.com/TheRugbyPaperFacebook: / therugbypaperInstagram: / therugbypaper Coaching at a grassroots rugby club while juggling work, family & training? Then this is for you. The Rugby Coach Weekly Partner Club Programme helps clubs recruit, train and retain volunteer coaches — while making your coaching life easier. https://www.rugbycoachweekly.net/ | 46m 17s | ||||||
| 2/11/26 | ![]() "HENRY POLLOCK IS MADE FOR YOUTUBE" | Six Nations 2026 Round 2 Preview | ft Andrew Forde | Rugby Paper Roundup | In this week’s episode of The Rugby Paper Roundup… Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by the king of rugby compilations, Andrew Forde, to break down the biggest stories heading into Round Two of the Six Nations. The pair react to England’s team news ahead of Saturday — with Maro Itoje returning, Luke Cowan-Dickie coming in for Jamie George, and Fin Smith handed the No.10 shirt — before making their Round Two predictions, including whether Italy can cause another shock in Dublin. Andrew also discusses the viral rise of his YouTube channel, how he got started producing rugby compilations, and why highlight culture is playing a growing role in the sport’s digital reach. We also dive into the “Henry Pollock effect” — why the young back row is generating so much buzz — and Andrew builds a dream XV made up entirely of players he’s created highlight reels on. Plus, with the U20 Six Nations underway, we discuss emerging stars like Tom Bowen and Kalvin Gourgues, and whether early highlight exposure accelerates hype around young players. The show rounds off with a look at Super Rugby Pacific’s return, including new law tweaks designed to speed the game up — from quicker taps to breakdown changes — and what they could mean for the global game. You can subscribe to The Rugby Paper digitally or physically for more great content via this link: https://www.therugbypaper.co.uk/subsc... OR by scanning the QR code in the top right corner. Remember to follow us across social media for more content and to keep up-to-date with the latest rugby news! X: https://x.com/TheRugbyPaper Facebook: / therugbypaper Instagram: / therugbypaper Coaching at a grassroots rugby club while juggling work, family & training? Then this is for you. The Rugby Coach Weekly Partner Club Programme helps clubs recruit, train and retain volunteer coaches — while making your coaching life easier: https://www.rugbycoachweekly.net/ | 42m 01s | ||||||
| 2/4/26 | ![]() ROUND 1 PREVIEW | Six Nations 2026 | Rassie Erasmus Insight | ft Ben Coles | The Rugby Paper Roundup | In this week's episode of the Rugby Paper Roundup... Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by Ben Coles from The Observer to discuss the first round of Six Nations matches, team news across all nations, and the pair make their round 1 predictions. Coles also shares what stood out when he was recently face to face with South Africa's prestigious leader, Rassie Erasmus, in Cape Town. You can subscribe to The Rugby Paper digitally or physically for more great content via this link (https://www.therugbypaper.co.uk/subsc...) OR by scanning the QR code in the top right corner. Remember to follow us across social media for more content and to keep up-to-date with the latest rugby news! X: https://x.com/TheRugbyPaper Facebook: / therugbypaper Instagram: / therugbypaper Coaching at a grassroots rugby club while juggling work, family & training? Then this is for you. The Rugby Coach Weekly Partner Club Programme helps clubs recruit, train and retain volunteer coaches – while making your coaching life easier. https://www.rugbycoachweekly.net/ | 47m 18s | ||||||
| 1/29/26 | ![]() LIFE INSIDE ONE OF RUGBY’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS FAMILIES | ft Carwyn Tuipulotu | The Rugby Paper Roundup | In this week's episode of the Rugby Paper Roundup... Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by Pau No.8 Carwyn Tuipulotu to discuss Uini Atonio's sudden retirement, France's mind boggling selection calls and what's life like in the Top 14. Carwyn stresses the need for more personalities in the game through the use of social media and also gives an insight into what's life like inside one of rugby's most prestigious families and the pressures from fans and media that come with that. You can subscribe to The Rugby Paper digitally or physically for more great content via this link (https://www.therugbypaper.co.uk/subsc...) OR by scanning the QR code in the top right corner. Remember to follow us across social media for more content and to keep up-to-date with the latest rugby news! X: https://x.com/TheRugbyPaper Facebook: / therugbypaper Instagram: / therugbypaper Coaching at a grassroots rugby club while juggling work, family & training? Then this is for you. The Rugby Coach Weekly Partner Club Programme helps clubs recruit, train and retain volunteer coaches – while making your coaching life easier. https://www.rugbycoachweekly.net/ | 33m 11s | ||||||
| 1/23/26 | ![]() BOMBSHELL SIX NATIONS SQUAD OMISSIONS + WHY CHAMPIONS CUP ISN'T WORKING | The Rugby Paper Roundup | In this week's episode of the Rugby Paper Roundup... Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by Huw Griffin from HG Rugby to discuss further turmoil off the pitch for the Welsh regions in the URC, while the pair also assess Wales', Scotland's and France's Six Nations squads, and the headline names who have failed to make the cut. Ben and Huw also pay tribute to Jamie George, who will be hanging up his boots at the end of the 2027 World Cup, and discuss why the EPCR competitions are failing to engage supporters. You can subscribe to The Rugby Paper digitally or physically for more great content via this link (https://www.therugbypaper.co.uk/subsc...) OR by scanning the QR code in the top right corner. Remember to follow us across social media for more content and to keep up-to-date with the latest rugby news! X: https://x.com/TheRugbyPaper Facebook: / therugbypaper Instagram: / therugbypaper Coaching at a grassroots rugby club while juggling work, family & training? Then this is for you. The Rugby Coach Weekly Partner Club Programme helps clubs recruit, train and retain volunteer coaches – while making your coaching life easier. https://www.rugbycoachweekly.net/part... | 43m 16s | ||||||
| 1/16/26 | ![]() ROBERTSON SACKED! RIGHT CALL? + BRILLIANT BRISTOL BEARS | ft Paul Williams | The Rugby Paper Roundup | In this week's episode of the Rugby Paper Roundup... Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by rugby columnist Paul Williams to discuss the breaking news that Scott Robertson has been sacked by New Zealand, how Bristol Bears are flying in the Champions Cup and how Cardiff could be a shining light for Wales, offering some much needed positivity amidst a turbulent time for Welsh rugby. You can subscribe to The Rugby Paper digitally or physically for more great content via this link (https://www.therugbypaper.co.uk/subsc...) OR by scanning the QR code in the top right corner. Remember to follow us across social media for more content and to keep up-to-date with the latest rugby news! X: https://x.com/TheRugbyPaper Facebook: / therugbypaper Instagram: / therugbypaper | 38m 23s | ||||||
| 1/9/26 | ![]() THE CHAMPIONS CUP RETURNS! PREM PROMOTION RELEGATION DEBATE! Ft. OBI ENE | The Rugby Paper Roundup | In this week's episode of the Rugby Paper Roundup... Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by Sale Sharks winger Obi Ene to discuss this weekend's Champions Cup fixtures, which include the tyro player's first European start in the battle of the Sharks as Sale meets Durban. The pair also discuss the newly rebranded Champ as Obi talks us through the brilliance of the second tier and the future of the Prem amidst rumours of ring fencing. You can subscribe to The Rugby Paper digitally or physically for more great content via this link (https://www.therugbypaper.co.uk/subsc...) OR by scanning the QR code in the top right corner. Remember to follow us across social media for more content and to keep up-to-date with the latest rugby news! X: https://x.com/TheRugbyPaper Facebook: / therugbypaper Instagram: / therugbypaper | 40m 13s | ||||||
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