Rugby News
Rugbys global expansion and commercial growth
The Rugby Paper - 12 Mar 2026 16:15
Rugby union has grown from a sport popular in only a few countries into a global business. In the past, most competitions earned money mainly from ticket sales at stadiums. Today, they also make large amounts of revenue ...
Six Nations analysis: Can Scotland finally end their Dublin hoodoo? Or will Ireland prevail?
The Rugby Paper - 12 Mar 2026 12:43
The general expectation amongst most Irish rugby fans before the first kick-off of the 2026 Six Nations was to see improvements made following on from a mixed Autumn International season and hopefully a mid-table finish....
New Rugby Paper Roundup: Wales rising, England declining? Super Saturday Preview ft. Jonathan Davies!
The Rugby Paper - 12 Mar 2026 12:08
In this weeks episode of The Rugby Paper Roundup, Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by former Wales and British & Irish Lions centre Jonathan Fox Davies to preview a dramatic Super Saturday finale to the Six Nations...
Compliance & Convenience: Why Trustly has become the gold standard for secure sports-adjacent transactions
The Rugby Paper - 12 Mar 2026 10:20
The UK gambling sector is entering a decisive regulatory moment. As the March 19, 2026, UKGC regulatory deadline approaches, operators, payment providers, and sports audiences are adapting to a system designed to balance...
Wales unchanged for Italy as they look to end losing Six Nations streak
Sky Sports - 12 Mar 2026 09:55
Wales boss Steve Tandy has challenged his players to "go up another level" after naming an unchanged side for their Guinness Six Nations finale against Italy.
France forward Jegou to miss England decider after eye-gouging suspension
Sky Sports - 12 Mar 2026 09:51
France forward Oscar Jegou will miss Saturday's Six Nations clash with England after he was given a four-week suspension for eye-gouging.