Nick Purewal

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Nick Purewal is Rugby Correspondent at The Standard, covering men’s and women’s Test rugby, club rugby and London football. Nick has covered five men’s Rugby World Cups in a career spanning almost 20 years. A multi award-winning sports journalist, Nick started in news at the Grimsby Telegraph, before stints at the Newcastle Chronicle, Gloucester Citizen and the Press Association.... MORE

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Nick Purewal is Rugby Correspondent at The Standard, covering men’s and women’s Test rugby, club rugby and London football. Nick has covered five men’s Rugby World Cups in a career spanning almost 20 years. A multi award-winning sports journalist, Nick started in news at the Grimsby Telegraph, before stints at the Newcastle Chronicle, Gloucester Citizen and the Press Association.

<p>Top form: England prop Ellis Genge has helped fire hometown club Bristol during winning run</p>
Rugby Union

Resurgent Bristol to play vital role in Premiership play-off finale

Pat Lam’s side will have a major say in the conclusion of tightest-ever race amid six-match winning run

10 May 2024
<p>Saracens beat Quins at Tottenham on Saturday</p>
Rugby Union

Rugby chiefs refuse to alter TMO set-up despite 'regrettable' incident

PGMOT back-up Stuart Terheege’s decision to to review foul play

27 Mar 2024
<p>Care remains in talks over a new deal at his club</p>
Rugby Union

Evergreen Danny Care's Test exit signals hope for new Harlequins deal

37-year-old enjoying Indian summer amid contract talks

26 Mar 2024
<p>Exit looming: Captain Owen Farrell will leave Saracens for Racing 92 in the summer</p>
Rugby Union

Saracens desperate to give inspiring Farrell title-winning send-off

Departing captain was at the heart of an ominous eight-try rout of London rivals Harlequins as the Premiership resumed

25 Mar 2024
<p>Focus: Marlie Packer wants England to improve for Wales clash at Bristol’s Ashton Gate</p>
Rugby Union

Packer urges England Six Nations improvement despite Italy demolition

The reigning champions breezed to another huge win in Parma despite their ill-discipline

25 Mar 2024
<p>Harlequins captain Stephan Lewies clashed with Saracens counterpart Owen Farrell </p>
Rugby Union

RFU to investigate after Saracens vs Harlequins TMO controversy

Stuart Terheege was accused of ignoring Stephan Lewies’ hit on Owen Farrell after it was pointed out on TV commentary by Austin Healey

25 Mar 2024
<p>Eyes on the prize: England flanker Sadia Kabeya is fully focused on the significant challenges ahead</p>
Rugby Union

Kabeya interview: England aren't standing still, we're progressing

The Red Roses begin their quest for a sixth successive Six Nations title against Italy, with a home World Cup looming next year

24 Mar 2024
<p>On top form: Owen Farrell delivered a brilliant performance as Saracens thrashed Harlequins</p>
Rugby Union

McCall hails 'incredible' Farrell after Saracens blow away Harlequins

Sarries boss believes his departing captain will remain on form as he bids to win a seventh Premiership title before exit

23 Mar 2024
<p>At the double: Sean Maitland scored an eye-catching brace as Saracens brushed London rivals Harlequins aside</p>
Rugby Union

Saracens thrash sorry Harlequins with eight tries in ominous warning

Ruthless Sarries jump up to second after a hopelessly one-sided derby at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

23 Mar 2024
<p>Exit looming: Owen Farrell will hope to win a seventh Premiership title with Saracens before leaving</p>
Rugby Union

Stakes high as Saracens and Harlequins face defining derby showdown

The marathon becomes a sprint as Sarries feel the pressure of trying to secure a successful swan song for their glut of departing stars

22 Mar 2024
<p>Summer exit: Billy Vunipola is leaving Saracens for Top 14 club Montpellier</p>
Rugby Union

Billy Vunipola to leave Saracens for Montpellier switch this summer

Vunipola’s 11-year stint at Sarries is set to end, with brother Mako also expected to depart at the end of the season

22 Mar 2024
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Rugby Union

Owen Farrell tipped to make Saracens return... as coach

Sarries director believes Racing 92 switch will not close door on former England captain’s career at StoneX Stadium

21 Mar 2024
<p>Farrell will not be available for England during his time with Racing 92</p>
Rugby Union

Owen Farrell leaves door open to England return ahead of Saracens exit

32-year-old set for 250th appearance as Gallagher Premiership returns

20 Mar 2024
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Rugby Union

Our verdict on the rule changes World Rugby could introduce

Big plans are afoot to improve the action on the pitch

20 Mar 2024
<p>Main man: George Ford</p>
Rugby Union

Ford finally 'the man' for England and will pull strings in next phase

The fly-half has stepped up after Owen Farrell stepped away

19 Mar 2024
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Rugby Union

England evolve into entertainers in exciting blueprint for future

A new aggressive and bold expansive game plan is thrilling to watch, though plenty of issues remain for Steve Borthwick

18 Mar 2024
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Rugby Union

Manu Tuilagi agrees Bayonne switch to end England Test career

Top 14 move beckons for the powerful centre, who will no longer be eligible for international selection

18 Mar 2024
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Rugby Union

Centurion Care gives update on England future after Six Nations finale

Veteran Harlequins scrum-half insists he is “still not out” of the Test arena after reaching caps century

18 Mar 2024
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Rugby Union

Borthwick flies to New Zealand on summer scouting mission

The Red Rose head coach is refusing to take time off after the Six Nations

17 Mar 2024
<p>Proud: Steve Borthwick praised his England players after their agonising late defeat by France in Lyon</p>
Rugby Union

Borthwick: England weren't beaten by France... we just ran out of time

Borthwick and captain Jamie George both believe England are heading firmly in the right direction after thrilling Six Nations finale

17 Mar 2024