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The gym hater who turned into a Wales leader

Alex Callender captained Wales to victory in Australia in 2025 [Huw Evans Picture Agency]

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Wales milestone for Callender as Metcalfe sisters start

Wales make three changes to their starting line-up for Saturday's WXV Global Series Test against Japan in Tokyo.

Wales use fight for Lions spots as extra incentive

Wales boss Sean Lynn admits the 2027 British and Irish Lions tour is part of their "roadmap" for WXV success.

Scarlets wing Page tipped for huge Wales future

Macs Page tipped for a "huge future" with Wales despite being left out of Steve Tandy's Nations Championship squad.

The Rugby Paper Roundup: Red Roses’ unbeaten run ends! Canada’s rise, WXV & PWR season preview

Ben Jaycock and Sarah Rendell examine Canada’s rapid rise, England’s response ahead of Friday’s rematch and the key talking points ahead of the new PWR season. The post The Rugby Paper Roundup: Red Roses’ unbeaten run ends! Canada’s rise, WXV & PWR season preview appeared first on The Rugby Paper .

Ellie Kildunne dropped for Red Roses revenge match with Canada

Ellie Kildunne has been dropped as the Red Roses aim to bounce back from their defeat by Canada that ended their 41-match unbeaten run.

Jones wins 50th Irish cap as Flood and Wall return

Neve Jones wins her 50th Ireland cap as Stacey Flood and Dorothy Wall return for Saturday's WXV Global Series Test against South Africa in Cape Town.

From safari to Springboks - King ready for history

In the middle of safaris, birthday celebrations and games of the Traitors, Ireland captain Erin King knows they are in South Africa to do a job.

Kildunne drops to bench as Red Roses ring changes

Star full-back Ellie Kildunne is dropped to the bench as England shake up selection in response to a first defeat in four years.

Red Roses drop Kildunne to bench for Canada rematch as Mitchell seeks England reset

Ellie Kildunne is on the bench for England’s third and final Test against Canada as the Red Roses look to bounce back from their first loss in four years

England are heavy favourites against France but must avoid ‘tripping up’ in pursuit of World Cup lifeline

After defeat to Tonga in their opening match, England must win both their remaining group games to keep their hopes of reaching the semi-finals alive

Cancer campaigner Goodburn to deliver rugby match ball

Champion swimmer and brain cancer research campaigner Archie Goodburn will deliver the match ball for Scotland's Nations Championship match against Australia next month.

Cardiff's Robinson dropped due to standards issue

Callum Robinson was dropped for last weekend's game after failing to meet internal squad standards, according to head coach Brian Barry-Murphy.

I'm serious about getting England call - Hendy

Northampton back George Hendy says he is determined to force his way into England contention, with the autumn internationals looming.

Could Frawley earn Ireland fly-half starting spot?

After an impressive start to life at Connacht, former Ireland scrum-half Conor Murray feels Ciaran Frawley is a player to watch this autumn.

Benson and McNabney handed first Ireland call-ups

Ulster duo Jamie Benson and James McNabney have been handed their first Ireland call-ups for November's Nations Championship matches.

McDermott blames Rugby League World Cup format as England face exit

Brian McDermott has conceded England’s hopes of reaching the Rugby League World Cup semi-finals may already be over, blaming the tournament’s format and their opening loss to Tonga

Fishlock and Coleman enter Welsh Sports Hall of Fame

Jess Fishlock was described as the "best ever" footballer Wales has produced as she was honoured alongside Euro 2016 hero Chris Coleman.

Van der Merwe returns for Edinburgh against Lions

GB's Fraser wins all-around bronze at Worlds

Great Britain's Joe Fraser wins bronze in the all-around final at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Rotterdam.

Harmanpreet Kaur breaks down on live TV after sensational 91, reveals what has changed

Harmanpreet Kaur achieved a remarkable performance by scoring 91 runs against Zimbabwe in a recent T20I. Her innings marked a significant comeback after struggling for form in previous matches. She expressed gratitude towards those who supported her during challenging times in her career. After stepping down as captain, she found relief and confidence to enjoy her game once more.