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Why these UK town criers have a rare dynamic in a traditional profession

Faye Thompson and her husband Martin Johnson serve as Petersfield's town criers, uniquely featuring a lead female crier and a male deputy, a rare dynamic in the traditional profession. Faye was initially scouted by the council after cheering up locals with toy orangutans during the Covid-19 pandemic, leading to her…

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World Cup-winning captain Johnson urges England to think about summer break for players

The former England captain and head coach argues that elite stars need a proper training block to peak at 2027 World Cup – but warns even best-laid plans get ripped up

The Guardian - UK

Itoje’s and Smith’s on-field spat sums up England’s startling identity crisis

Steve Borthwick’s captain is normally cool under pressure, but rare outburst points to a much bigger problem

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England turn to 2003 World Cup heroes to try and save collapsing Six Nations campaign

England hope a dinner with nine members of the World Cup-winning squad can help them turn things around after back-to-back abject defeats

The Independent UK

Steve Borthwick turns to 2003 World Cup heroes for Six Nations inspiration

Steve Borthwick has turned to England’s 2003 World Cup-winning heroes to arrest his side’s drastic decline after Alex Mitchell was ruled out

The Guardian - UK

Who are the Six Nations pundits and commentators for ITV and BBC?

The two broadcasters again share coverage of the annual championship

The Independent UK

Wallaby goes from long-shot 'Leo' to Lions series hero

Justin Harrison became part of Wallabies folklore for his daring move during the third Test against the Lions in 2001, securing a famous series victory.

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Ex-Wallabies slam 'weak' refs over series-deciding call

Ex-Wallabies Morgan Turinui and Michael Hooper are adamant the Lions' match-winning try in Melbourne should have been ruled out for foul play in the build-up.

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Johnson offers stark warning: Lions should expect fierce Wallabies backlash

The revered former captain issues reality check to Farrell’s squad through his 2001 experiences in Australia, with the Test series on the line in Melbourne

The Guardian - UK

Lions look to legend ahead of crunch Wallabies clash

Experiencing some of the greatest highs and lows of his storied career in Australia, former England great Martin Johnson has returned to rally the Lions.

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Martin Johnson inspires Lions ahead of crucial second Test against Australia

The two-time tour captain was brought in as a guest speaker to present the jerseys for Saturday’s potential series-clincher at the MCG.

The Independent UK

Trash-talk and rough sleeping: following the 2001 Lions’ tour of Australia

After a taste of the unique Lions atmosphere during a post-university year travelling I was hooked and the memories will last a lifetime

The Guardian - UK

Transformation at what price? Residents split over £100bn Highlands and Islands plan

A REPORT aimed at driving more than £100 billion of “transformative” investment in the Scottish Highlands by 2040 was endorsed by Deputy First…

The National (Scotland)

Competitive Itoje willing to learn from Mount Rushmore of Lions captains

Maro Itoje has listened to Martin Johnson and Sam Warburton as he prepares his ‘tough men’ for the tour of Australia

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The qualities that make Maro Itoje the ideal British and Irish Lions captain

BRITISH AND IRISH LIONS: After Itoje’s appointment as captain for the tour of Australia by Andy Farrell, Harry Latham-Coyle charts the journey of the player who emerged as the outstanding candidate for one of rugby’s greatest honours

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Maro Itoje to be named British & Irish Lions captain for Australia tour

Maro Itoje will be named captain of the British & Irish Lions squad to tour Australia, becoming the first Englishman to lead the Lions in 24 years

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England vs Scotland live stream: how to watch 2025 Six Nations online, Chessum for Martin and Russell starts

England vs Scotland live streams for round two of the 2025 Six Nations. Here's how to watch England vs Scotland online today for free wherever you are with a VPN.

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Maro Itoje confident there is ‘no divide’ in England squad over enhanced deals

The Saracens captain is one of 17 players who have been given fixed agreements that will earn them £160,000 per year.

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The Guardian - UK

I want to win like Martin Johnson and not just rack up caps, says Maro Itoje

Maro Itoje will past Johnson’s 84 caps in All Blacks Test but he admitted players are under pressure to play too many games

The Independent UK

Neil Back says winning in New Zealand ‘the ultimate’ as England face All Blacks

Flanker Back was part of the England team that prevailed 15-13 in Wellington 21 years ago.

Evening Standard

Lawrence Dallaglio: the Government is failing excluded children

Schools are failing too many, says Lawrence Dallaglio. He tells Robbie Griffiths about his campaign and his ES rugby podcast

The Guardian - UK

Shooting for the stars: young guns are lighting up this year’s Six Nations

From Le Garrec’s mega pass to the mesmerising Menoncello and the mighty Martin, a new wave of impressive young talent is making its mark

The Guardian - UK

Borthwick must decide whether to stick or twist with this England side

Head coach may have nothing to lose in promoting younger players as ageing servants tread water against better teams

Evening Standard

England need spirit of 2003 to repeat feat of rugby world domination

Lawrence Dallaglio and Martin Johnson look, 20 years on, at the World Cup win and steps the current squad must take

The Independent UK

Performing under pressure – remembering England’s dramatic 2003 World Cup win

Rugby World Cup glory for England after extra-time thriller.

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