Episodes

  • LIFE INSIDE ONE OF RUGBY’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS FAMILIES | ft Carwyn Tuipulotu | The Rugby Paper Roundup
    Jan 29 2026

    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/

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    33 mins
  • BOMBSHELL SIX NATIONS SQUAD OMISSIONS + WHY CHAMPIONS CUP ISN'T WORKING | The Rugby Paper Roundup
    Jan 23 2026

    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...

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    43 mins
  • ROBERTSON SACKED! RIGHT CALL? + BRILLIANT BRISTOL BEARS | ft Paul Williams | The Rugby Paper Roundup
    Jan 16 2026

    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

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    38 mins
  • THE CHAMPIONS CUP RETURNS! PREM PROMOTION RELEGATION DEBATE! Ft. OBI ENE | The Rugby Paper Roundup
    Jan 9 2026

    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

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    40 mins
  • DO OR DIE FOR QUINS! BIG GAME 17 PREVIEW | HAS COACHING EVOLVED? | The Rugby Paper Roundup
    Dec 18 2025

    In this week's episode of the Rugby Paper Roundup... Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by the Rugby Coach Weekly editor Dan Cottrell to reflect on last week's European Champions Cup action, this weekend's Prem fixtures, which includes a blockbuster Big Game 17, and how the sport's coaching is constantly evolving. Check out the Rugby Coach Weekly's YouTube channel here: @RugbyCoachWeekly 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 at the end of the video! 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

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    43 mins
  • RUGBY PAPER ROUNDUP: Prem Clubs looking to capitalise on England momentum in Europe - Rugby Analyst
    Dec 4 2025
    In this week's episode of the Rugby Paper Roundup... Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by the RugbyAnalyst to reflect on the final Autumn Nations Series before next year's Nations Championship commences, and how Premiership Rugby clubs can capitalise on England's recent success on the continent. Check out the RugbyAnalyst's YouTube channel here: ‪@rugbyanalyst‬ 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 at the end of the video! 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: https://www.instagram.com/therugbypap... #Rugby #TheRugbyPaper #RugbyPaper #autumnnationsseries #englandrugby #southafrica #springboks #walesrugby #irelandrugby #scotlandrugby
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    38 mins
  • RUGBY PAPER ROUNDUP: Why the Springboks can't ignore England + Siya Kolisi and all things Japan!
    Nov 27 2025

    In this week's episode of the Rugby Paper Roundup... Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by RugbyAsia24/7 Editor Steve Noble to talk through all things Japan, as well as why South Africa can't ignore Steve Borthwick's red-hot England, and the legendary Siya Kolisi! 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 at the end of the video! 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: https://www.instagram.com/therugbypap... #Rugby #TheRugbyPaper #RugbyPaper #SiyaKolisi #SouthAfrica #England #Japan

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    41 mins
  • IRELAND VS SOUTH AFRICA: Irish have Springboks number + in-form England
    Nov 20 2025
    In this week's episode of the Rugby Paper Roundup... Assistant Editor Ben Jaycock is joined by Sportswriter and Producer Pat McCarry to talk through Ireland's upcoming match against South Africa, and why so many teams are fearful of Steve Borthwick's red-hot England! 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 at the end of the video! 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: https://www.instagram.com/therugbypap... #Rugby #TheRugbyPaper #RugbyPaper #Ireland #SouthAfrica #England
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    46 mins