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Eddie Butler: rugby’s lyricist found his words and his feet in a Pontypool jersey
The late writer and broadcaster, whose words decorated the Observer for so long, spent his playing career in fairly unlikely surroundings
Paul Rees
17, Sep, 2022 @7:00 AM
Like a push-start taxi, my career covering rugby has gone from one breakdown to another | Paul Rees
For his final Observer report, our stalwart writer offers his reflections on decades covering a sport rich in drama and spectacle but that now stands at a crossroads
Paul Rees
04, Apr, 2021 @7:00 AM
The Breakdown | England struggled but Eddie Jones's fire still burns and he should stay on
Head coach’s future is under discussion after a poor Six Nations but the desire clearly remains in the combative Australian
Paul Rees
01, Apr, 2021 @9:40 AM
RFU vows nothing will be 'swept under carpet' for Eddie Jones' England review
Bill Sweeney says RFU panel looking into all aspect of ‘miserable’ Six Nations will leave nothing ‘swept under the carpet’ for Eddie Jones’ review
Paul Rees
27, Mar, 2021 @10:00 PM
Bristol snatch thrilling win from Harlequins with late Kyle Sinckler try
Kyle Sinckler powered over the line in the final minute of the game and Callum Sheedy converted to seal Bristol’s 35-33 win against Harlequins at Ashton Gate
Paul Rees at Ashton Gate
27, Mar, 2021 @4:28 PM
Wales erupted to seize the moment in a Six Nations unlike any other | Paul Rees
This manic and beguiling tournament gave little clue about what will happen next year, least of all about Eddie Jones’s future
Paul Rees
27, Mar, 2021 @10:53 AM
Six Nations tournament of the unexpected ends in joy for Scotland | Paul Rees
France could have snatched the Six Nations title in the final match but only once – and then briefly – did they look likely to
Paul Rees
26, Mar, 2021 @11:05 PM
The Breakdown | CVC's Six Nations deal presents risk but raises hope of global calendar
CVC have the power, if they choose to wield it, to lift rugby union’s value and help it overcome its financial struggles
Paul Rees
25, Mar, 2021 @10:00 AM
Six Nations: talking points from the weekend's action | Paul Rees
France denied Wales a grand slam but Pivac has plenty to cheer, while England, Ireland and Scotland have much to ponder
Paul Rees
22, Mar, 2021 @8:00 AM
Wales will need stability to build on this year’s Six Nations successes | Paul Rees
Boom has turned to bust for Wales in the past, so Wayne Pivac will need time, and his veterans to stagger their retirements
Paul Rees
21, Mar, 2021 @5:46 PM
Eddie Jones: 'We need to reset the team. It's a transition period'
Eddie Jones insists he is the right man to revive England’s fortunes after suffering a heavy defeat to Ireland to finish fifth in the Six Nations.
Paul Rees
20, Mar, 2021 @10:47 PM
Sexton masterminds dominant win for Ireland against lacklustre England
Ireland defeated England 32-18 in Dublin to complete a miserable Six Nations for Eddie Jones’s men
Paul Rees
20, Mar, 2021 @7:30 PM
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